Sewing Techniques – Page 31

Sewing Tutorial: Perfect zippers every time with glue basting

January 21, 2009 by Anne Weaver

The appearance of the word “zipper” in the notions list on a printed pattern is enough to send many a sewer into fits of anxiety. Too often, zippers end up uneven or puckered, but Sew Mama Sew! has a solution. … Read more ...

Sew a buttonhole without an automatic feature

January 16, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Most sewing machines come equipped with an automatic buttonhole feature. But if you want to try a buttonhole on your own, without the automatic feature, Bari J shows you how. Get the tutorial.… Read more ...

Tutorial: Adding a magnetic snap

January 12, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Magnetic snaps add the “sexy cool” to any purse or wallet project. They’re easy to add, and Craft Apple shows you how in her tutorial on installing a magnetic snap.… Read more ...

Tutorial: Taking in the waist on a pair of jeans

January 11, 2009 by Anne Weaver

***Editor’s note*** The link posted in this article is no longer active. You can find a similar tutorial at eHow: How to Take in the Waist on a Pair of Blue Jeans I was a happy girl today when I… Read more ...

Simple test to determine fiber content

January 11, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Thrift stores (also called op shops) and garage sales are some of my favorite sources for vintage fabrics. The only problem is, there’s no bolt-label to tell you the fiber content of the fabric you bring home. Area Thrifty One… Read more ...

Thread tension demystified

January 10, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Thread tension. These two little words conjure up a host of questions. How do you know when your thread tension is correct? How do you know when it is not? More importantly, how do you fix it? The Sewing Republic… Read more ...

Tutorial: Welt pockets for a tailored look

January 10, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Welt pockets are one of those features that distinguish a crisp, tailored garment from a muddled-through homemade looking garment. Luckily, Gorgeous Things’ Blog offers help with a step-by-step tutorial for achieving the tailored look for your welt pockets.… Read more ...

Tutorial: DIY bias tape – no gadgets necessary!

January 8, 2009 by Anne Weaver

The day I discovered the metal bias tape tools, I was a happy girl. Now I could have bias tape in any color or print I desired. But with each bias tape tool making only one size of bias tape… Read more ...

Pretty purse handles: a tutorial for piped cording

January 1, 2009 by Anne Weaver

If you’ve ever wondered how they get cord into those tiny tubes, this is the tutorial for you. Marmadaisy shows how to make a piped handle for a purse, though the applications are not necessarily limited to purse handles. Go … Read more ...

Tutorial: How to sew a flat-fell seam

December 30, 2008 by Anne Weaver

A flat-fell seam adds such a finished, professional look to a garment. Heck, just saying the words “flat-fell seam” make me feel finished and professional. CraftStylish shows us how to sew this very nice finishing seam. See the tute here… Read more ...

Snow Folks Beanbags

December 7, 2008 by Linda Lanese

Snow Folks Beanbags! Who knew snow could have so much personality? These easy-sew beanbags will be happy to spread good cheer as stocking stuffers, ornaments, or package decorations.… Read more ...

A Gift of an Elegant and luxurious Shawl

December 5, 2008 by Linda Lanese

Here we have a perfect gift for that style savvy friend or yourself : an elegant and luxurious shawl that is very simple to make. After sewing together coordinating rectangles of chiffon and organza, give the resulting wrap a sprinkling… Read more ...

Mr. and Mrs. Snowman Mittens & The Placemat Market Tote Bag

December 4, 2008 by Linda Lanese

Hi all, I am Linda the felting editor, I am doing the sewing column for a while until the editor applications can be sorted out and approved. We did not want to miss the Holiday season and all the lovely… Read more ...

Buttonhole Basics

September 9, 2008 by candi canncel

I’m making a few little button-down tops (Yum-with puffy sleeves of course!) for myself and need to put in buttonholes. I haven’t done them in awhile so googled “buttonhole placement” to get a refresher course. Thought I’d share my findings,… Read more ...

Happy Feet!

July 18, 2008 by candi canncel

I can not tell you how many times new sewing students come to me with their machines and have NO idea what sewing foot goes to what project. Simplicity Homecare has made sorting out your feet, easy. Their super guide… Read more ...