Summerset Banks from Pins and Needles shows how to sew a sleeve placket.  Her tutorial makes it seem doable to add this detail to my next shirt.  Get the how-to. [photo from Pins and Needles] [tags]sewing, tutorial, sleeve,… Read more ...

Linen is a great fabric choice for summer clothes.  Threads magazine shares an online article by Susan Khalje filled with tips for sewing this versatile fabric.  Go to the article. [photo from Threads]… Read more ...

Most instructions for inserted a zipper assume that you want the zipper hidden, but many of today’s fashions feature an exposed zipper.  CraftStylish shows how to add a zipper when you want the zipper to show.  Go to the tutorial… Read more ...

Nicole Mallalieu from You SEW, Girl! shares a video tutorial showing how to insert eyelets into purse straps.  The eyelet kit she uses is available for purchase in her store.  Go to the video tutorial. [photo from You … Read more ...

Christine from Christine Sews shows how she gets sharp, crisp corners on her patch pockets.  She removes extra bulk by mitering the corners.  Go to the tutorial. Mitered corners are a fantastic way to achieve a polished, professional look… Read more ...

Sharp corner points can make or break the final look of your sewing projects, especially in areas like pockets, collars, or tote bag corners. Achieving crisp, clean corners requires precise clipping and turning techniques. This tutorial will walk you through… Read more ...

Magnetic snaps can get scratched during the construction of a purse, as the metal of the snap slides against the faceplat of your machine.  Head over to {Keyka Lou} and see what she does to prevent this from happening. [tags]sewing,… Read more ...