Sewing

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Sewing pattern: Side split hem

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Sewing tutorial: Side split hemMelissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows how to create a side split hem.  This hem detail works for either an even hem or a high-low hem.  In fact, it’s a nice way to add a high-low effect… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Binding scalloped edges

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Sewing tutorial: Binding scalloped edgesI loooove the scalloped edges on this placemat!  The scallops lend a sweet vintage charm and the contrast of the binding really shows them off.  Deonn from Quiltscapes has a tutorial showing how to finish scalloped edges with bias binding. … Read more ...

Sewing pattern: How to rip out a seam

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Sewing tutorial: How to rip out a seamIf you sew, sooner or later you’ll sew the wrong pieces together, or a seam looks wonky, and you’ll need to rip it out.  It happens to everyone, even the most seasoned of sewists.  And though it’s frustrating to have… Read more ...