Sewing Techniques – Page 15

Tips for mending denim

April 11, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Nancy Minsky, author of Denim Revolution, shares a collection of hints for mending denim. Whether it’s a pair of jeans or a favorite skirt, these tips will help you work with the unique features of this fabric to extend the… Read more ...

Tutorial: Create a built-in slip for an A-line skirt

April 9, 2010 by Anne Weaver

How many times has it happened that you’ve found the perfect fabric for a little springtime skirt, only to realize that the cute little print is also somewhat see-through? Bookworm Bethie (bWb) has the answer. She shares a tutorial for… Read more ...

Tutorial: Stitch buttons down with your sewing machine

March 31, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Hate sewing buttons on by hand? Sew4Home shows how to stitch them down using your sewing machine. Get the how-to. [photo from Sew4Home] [tags]sewing, tutorial, button, stitch, machine[/tags]… Read more ...

Tutorial: Add gathered detail to a neckline

March 31, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Debbie from Squiggly Twigs Designs shows how to add gathered detail to the neckline of a top or dress. This easy technique adds interest to an otherwise plain neckline. Go to the tutorial. [photo from Squiggly Twigs Designs]… Read more ...

Tutorial: Fabric slides for adjustable purse straps

March 27, 2010 by Anne Weaver

If you’re making a purse and want to make the straps adjustable, you don’t have to use expensive hardware slides. Angela from Sew Loquacious shows how to make fabric slides for adjustable purse straps. Go to the tutorial. [photo… Read more ...

Free template: Pressing guides for a perfect turned edge

March 23, 2010 by Anne Weaver

I’ve gotten pretty good at eyeballing a 1/4-inch or 1/2-inch folded edge, but when I want to be more precise I find myself pulling out a seam gauge and constantly checking the depth of the fold. Until now. Because The … Read more ...

Sewing Pattern: Add pockets to a pair of shorts

March 23, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Would your favorite pair of shorts (or pants) be made that much more favorite if they only had pockets? Katie from Notes from a very red kitchen shows how you can add them in. Genius! Go to the tutorial.… Read more ...

Tutorial: Make covered buttons without a covered button kit

March 21, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Mademoiselle Chaos from ParaNoire shares a tutorial on her blog showing how to make covered buttons without using those expensive covered button kit

s. A circle of fabric and a bit of handstitching is all you need, and it can… Read more ...

Video tutorial: How to create a ruffle

March 18, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Chica and Jo continue their Sewing 101 video tutorial series with a video showing how to make a basic ruffle. If you’ve never made a ruffle before, you’ll be happy to know that this is actually a fairly easy technique. … Read more ...

Tutorial: “Messy ribbon” reverse applique

March 17, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Sabra from Sew a Straight Line shows how to achieve a “messy ribbon” reverse applique. She uses it to make framed St. Patrick’s Day and Easter decor for her house. This technique will work with any large image with simple… Read more ...

Tutorial: Adding bias binding without skipped spots on the back

March 16, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Debbie from Squiggly Twigs Designs shows how to add binding to the edge of a garment. Rather than starting from the front, she starts at the back. Her method ensures that you don’t have places where the stitching doesn’t catch… Read more ...

Tutorial: Applique with used dryer sheets

March 15, 2010 by Anne Weaver

My husband and I have a running battle over dryer sheets. He likes them, I do not. However, after seeing this tutorial by Vanessa from V & Co. and Uptown Jane, I may have just had a change of… Read more ...

Tips for bubble-free interfacing

March 15, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Ann from Gorgeous Fabrics (an aptly named store) shares some tips on her blog for achieving bubble-free interfacing. If you are plagued by buckled or bubbled interfacing, read her tips to find out how to get a smooth fuse. Go … Read more ...

Free Sewing Pattern Tutorial: Raise a neckline with a simple gather

March 14, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Cara from Bigger Bolder Happier and DI Denizen shows how she raised the neckline of a top using a simple gathering stitch. The result is a pretty neckline with less “exposure”. Go to the tutorial. [photo from DI Denizen] … Read more ...

Tutorial: Add ruffled trim with no raw edges

March 14, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Head over to …the world more beautiful to find out how to add ruffled trim to the edge of a garment with no raw edges. The raw edges are encased within the bottom seam for a clean finish. Get the … Read more ...