Sewing Techniques – Page 15

Tips for working with purchased sewing patterns

April 17, 2010 by Anne Weaver

While it’s tempting to think that using a purchased pattern for a sewing project will mean that all of the guesswork and decisionmaking is taken out of the project, anyone who has used a purchased pattern can tell you that… Read more ...

Tutorial: Use freezer paper to cut small pattern pieces

April 15, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Nikki from Nicole Mallalieu Design and You SEW, Girl! shares a tip for cutting out small pattern pieces. Rather than fussing with cutting out the pattern piece, pinning down all those curves and sharp corners, and then trying to cut… Read more ...

Tutorial: Perfect pleated pockets using popsicle sticks

April 13, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Cheri from I Am Momma Hear Me Roar used popsicle sticks to achieve the perfect pleats on the pockets she added to this refashioned cardigan. The small wood sticks give a sharp edge to iron against. Brilliant!! Go to the … Read more ...

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 ...