Sewing Techniques – Page 29

Tutorial: Rusty fabric?

March 29, 2009 by Anne Weaver

In most cases, rust is not a good thing. Like on your car – you don’t want rust there. But on fabric, rust can become a design element. Threads magazine shows how to intentionally rust your fabric to get a… Read more ...

Tutorial: Pants leg hem cheat

March 29, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Why do the words “hem” and “cheat” in the same sentence make me so happy? Probably because hemming is my least favorite sewing task. Fitzfabulous shares a tutorial for hemming pants without the fuss. Get the how-to. [via Wardrobe … Read more ...

Tutorial: Folded rose appliques from knit fabrics

March 29, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Penny from Sew Take a Hike made these rose appliques made from knit fabric. The tendency of knit fabric to roll at the edges helps create the texture of the rose petals. Genius! She put them on quilt blocks, but… Read more ...

Quick lining technique for garments

March 25, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Threads magazine describes a “quick lining” technique for lining a garment and attaching the lining to the facings. Read about this technique at threadsmagazine.com. [tags]sewing, technique, lining, quick, facing[/tags]… Read more ...

Alter a pants pattern at the seams

March 25, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Judith Rasband posts an article for Threads magazine, wherein she describes what she calls the “seam method” for altering pants. The basic premise is that the closer to the seam line you alter the pattern, the less distortion in the… Read more ...

Tutorial: Reverse applique camouflages a ripped shirt

March 24, 2009 by Anne Weaver

The folks over at Craftzine show how to camouflage a rip in your favorite shirt. Instead of covering the hole, use reverse applique to turn it into a design feature. Get the how-to. [tags]sewing, tutorial, reverse applique, mending[/tags]… Read more ...

All about the shawl collar and how to sew it

March 24, 2009 by Anne Weaver

A shawl collar has the benefit of a nice shape and also easy construction. There are many ways to customize a shawl collar, but first you need to know something about the basic construction. Threads.com explains how a shawl collar… Read more ...

Tutorial: Dye silk in your microwave

March 23, 2009 by Anne Weaver

The last time I dyed fabric, the inside of my waching machine achieved a permanent kelly green glow. Needless to say, I was happy when I saw that Cut Out + Keep user Katherine Munro shows how to dye silk… Read more ...

Tutorial: Add a contrast hem

March 18, 2009 by Anne Weaver

A contrast band is a great way to finish off the hem a skirt. The little pop of color adds interest and kicks the design up a few notches. Just Deanna shows how to achieve this hem. Get the tutorial… Read more ...

Tutorial: Mend a torn bedsheet

March 17, 2009 by Anne Weaver

The next time a bedsheet or pillow gets torn, don’t throw it away. Mend it instead! (And spend the money you saved on more fabric for your stash!) Craftzine shows how. Get the tutorial. [tags]sewing, tutorial, mending, sheets[/tags]… Read more ...

Tutorial: Transfer images to fabric

March 15, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Cathie Fillian from Creative Juices shows how to transfer images to fabric using Bubble Jet Set. Get the instructions. [tags]sewing, tutorial, image, transfer[/tags]… Read more ...

Pin your oilcloth without making holes

March 15, 2009 by Anne Weaver

If you’ve ever sewn on oilcloth or vinyl, then you’ve most likely wrestled with the problem of holding the fabrics in place while you sew. You can’t use a traditional pinning method, as that would put holes in your fabric. … Read more ...

Tutorial: Spring clean your sewing machine

March 11, 2009 by Anne Weaver

As spring arrives, our thoughts turn to cleaning. We spruce up our houses, thin out our closets, sweep the dust off of the porch. But what about your sewing machine? This trusty partner of yours needs a spring cleaning, too. … Read more ...

Tutorial: Handsewn buttonhole

March 3, 2009 by Anne Weaver

If the prospect of using the buttonhole feature of your machine gives you a nervious tic and makes your palms a little sweaty, then this tutorial is for you. CraftStylish shows how to make a handsewn buttonhole. Get the tutorial… Read more ...

Tutorial: Use a coverstitch to help sew a narrow hem

March 2, 2009 by Anne Weaver

When hem a curve, I use a narrow hem. Even with the narrow hem, a tight curve can make it difficult to keep the edge smooth as you turn under the fabric. Pranamama posts an instructable that shows how she… Read more ...