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Hem Knits with a Lettuce Edge

There’s nothing prettier than a delicate undulating lettuce edge, whether on lingerie or rib knit. The waves can be create …

Sew a Rolled Hem On Your Serger

There’s no better tool to create a professional looking narrow rolled hem than your serger. Whether you sew it on a fine s …

Sewing on Sequin Trim

Sequin trims come in a variety of configurations—from a single line to wider bands. Most wider bands are best attached by …

Sewing Life Skills - Mending 101

"Dear College-Bound, Non-Sewing Friend, When you registered for your classes, did you choose Mending 101 as an elective? P …"

How To Sew A Rolled Hem On Your Serger

Machine Sew A Blind Hem

Free-Motion Stitching - Let It Go!

Free-motion stitching takes a bit of getting used to, but it’s very freeing not to depend on the machine’s feed dogs and presser foot to keep the fabric moving. With free-motion work, you’re in charge of the direction (any) and the speed at which the fabric moves (any).

8 Tips for Sewing with Sheer Fabrics

Whether you’re sewing up something special for prom, a wedding or other special occasion, or just planning ahead for your summer wardrobe, chances are good that there’s a least one sheer fabric involved in the adventure.

Hand Sewing Tips

Much as some people like to sew everything on the sewing machine, there are times when sewing by hand may be a better option. A project with hand sewing is also portable—you can take it with you when you travel or to local events with “waiting time” like at a...

10 Ways to Add Room to Grow in Kid's Clothes

It’s fun to make kid’s clothes, but just a little discouraging to have them outgrow things before their time. So plan ahead and build room to grow in the garment to deal with those unexpected spurts so your handcrafted clothes will still be usable

Tissue Caddy

Storing extra rolls of toilet tissue can be a problem, particularly in a small guest bath with limited storage. And what i …

2 Ways to Sew Napkins

Dinner is a great time to showcase some fun fabric napkins—they’re so easy, even a beginner can make them. Whether you mak …