Sewing Techniques – Page 30

How to Sew Pretty patches on your jeans

February 18, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Koala Brains shows how to turn a simple patch job on a pair of jeans into a fashion statement! Instead of trying to camouflage the patch, cut the hole into a pretty shape and place decorative fabric behind. Get the … Read more ...

Tutorial: Sew a perfect curved patch pocket

February 17, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Debbie’s Sewing Projects has a technique to take the frustration out of turning under the edges of a curved patch pocket. She uses fusible interfacing. Now isn’t that smart?? Get the tutorial.… Read more ...

Tips for sewing faux fur

February 16, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Sewing faux fur can be a real challenge. I’ve only attempted it once, and let’s just say it was less than spectacular. BurdaStyle has some tips to help make it a little easier. Get the tips!… Read more ...

Tutorial: Sew and turn straps

February 15, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Whether it’s for a purse or for a shirt, chances are that sooner or later you’ll be sewing straps for a project. Melissa at Melissa Sews has a great tutorial showing how to sew and turn straps. This is great… Read more ...

Tutorial: Use snow to dye your fabrics

February 12, 2009 by Anne Weaver

If you’re lucky enough to live in a part of the world that gets snow in the winter, try using the “white stuff” that falls on the ground to dye your fabrics. Gayle from Gayle’s Gallery has a tutorial to … Read more ...

Technique: Adding an adjustable waist to kids’ pants

February 12, 2009 by Anne Weaver

As the parent of a slender child, I’m head over heels in love with the adjustable elastic waistband found in many kids’ clothes. Now, Just Deanna shows how to make one yourself in her tutorial, DIY Adjustable Waist.… Read more ...

Sewing Technique: How to Hem tapered pants

February 12, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Hemming tapered pants may seem daunting, but with a little patience and the right technique, it’s a challenge you can definitely overcome. The method shared by My Secret Pocket offers a clear and simple approach to keeping your hem smooth… Read more ...

Tutorial: Putting a tongue lock on a purse

February 11, 2009 by Anne Weaver

The next time you sew a purse, try using a tongue lock for a closure. They’re fairly simple to put in. U-Handblog has a tutorial that shows you had to install one.… Read more ...

How to sew a one piece collar plus stand

February 10, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Off the Cuff shows how to use interfacing to shape a collar when the collar and stand are combined on one piece. Get the tutorial.… Read more ...

Cutting delicate fabrics

February 5, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Delicate fabrics make such exquisite garments, but they can be more than difficult to cut accurately. See these tips for cutting delicate fabrics from Sew Tessuti.… Read more ...

“Print” fabric with scrapbook rub-ons

February 4, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Here’s a neat way to add some extra “punch” to your fabrics. Use rub-ons that are designed for scrapbooking and papercrafting. Get the scoop from the Hambly Screen Prints blog. Note that they do say that the technique doesn’t… Read more ...

Tracing patterns, part III

February 4, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Summerset at Pins and Needles blog has posted the final installment in her series on tracing patterns from magazines. Part III is the wrap-up for the series. Thank you Summerset for posting this series!… Read more ...

Tracing patterns, part II

February 3, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Summerset of Pins and Needles has posted the next installment in her blog series on tracing patterns from magazines. Go read Part II: Actually Getting to Trace.… Read more ...

Chin straps sans knots

February 2, 2009 by Anne Weaver

If you want to add a chin strap to a hat but don’t want the awkward knot in the cord, check out this tip from Noiledotnet. She uses a bead instead of the knot. Read more about it.… Read more ...

Tutorial: How to sew Hong Kong seams

February 2, 2009 by Anne Weaver

If you’re making an unlined garment, consider using Hong Kong seams to hide the raw edges. Bunny at La Sewista! has a tutorial to demystify this seam finish.… Read more ...