Techniques – Page 10

Sewing pattern: 3 ways to gather fabric and how to compare gather ratios

July 9, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: 3 ways to gather fabric and how to compare gather ratios

Gathering fabric can be a difficult technique to learn, but it is an important skill to know. Heather from Heather Handmade shares three different ways to gather fabric and the pros and cons of each. Then she compare gathering ratios,… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Making adjustable straps

July 8, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Making adjustable straps

Adjustable straps are kind of like magic. The way the strap loops back on itself allows you to easily adjust the length. They’re hard not to make, as long as you know exactly which pieces get sewn and looped where. … Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Scallop hem skirt

June 30, 2018 by Anne Weaver

This red scalloped skirt is perfect for 4th of July, and the rest of the days of the year, too! Kimberly from Sweet Red Poppy shows how you can sew one. The scallop hem is such a pretty detail! I’m… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Fabric closet safe

June 28, 2018 by Anne Weaver

This fabric closet safe lets you hide your valuables among your clothes so no one will be the wiser. Sew Very Crafty has a tutorial for you showing how to make one. With two zippers there are two places to… Read more ...

Tutorial: No-sew curtains using hem tape

June 28, 2018 by Anne Weaver

You don’t need to know how to sew to make curtains for your home! Alicia from Sew What Alicia shares a tutorial at Therm O Web showing how to make them using hem tape instead of sewing. It’s so easy,… Read more ...

Sewing tips: Match those plaids

June 27, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Perfectly matched plaids are the holy grail of sewing. Oh, the satisfaction when it happens in your own work and the respect (and sometimes envy) when you see it in others’ projects. It takes extra care when cutting fabric and… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Sew a zipper the easy way with Wonder Tape

June 25, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: Sew a zipper the easy way with Wonder Tape

Zippers can totally be intimidating, but with this awesome zipper sewing hack you can learn how to sew a zipper with Wonder Tape for a perfect zipper every time. This simple zipper sewing tutorial will make this your go-to zipper… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Perfect patch pockets

June 18, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Patch pockets are both easy and difficult to sew, depending on the placement and purpose of your pocket. On the inside of a tote bag, they’re super easy to add because you don’t have to worry so much about the… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Tips to Sew a Beautiful Button Placket

June 15, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Buttons and buttonholes give apparel sewists fits! But anyone can sew a beautiful button placket with the right tools and a few little tips. Mac from Sew Altered Style shares her best tips for sewing buttonholes that look great, plus… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: 20 minute cut off jeans with 3 hem options

June 9, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Sewing tutorial: 20 minute cut off jeans with 3 hem options

With summer here, cut off those jeans and make yourself a cute pair of cutoffs! They’re easy to make because mostly all you’re doing is cutting some fabric. Plus, they’ll save you a lot of money over buying new shorts… Read more ...

Tutorial: Felt chrysanthemum flowers, with video

May 27, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Shelly from Coral & Co. shows how she created these beautiful felt chrysanthemums. The bright colors are perfect for summer! This tutorial will show you how to make perfect felt flowers that turn out beautifully and can be made in… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Installing KAM snaps

May 21, 2018 by Anne Weaver

Learn how to install KAM snaps

on any of your sewing projects. Installing a KAM snap is a breeze. So easy you’ll never want to go back to buttons! The plastic snaps come in a wide range of colors sure… Read more ...