Techniques – Sewing

Sewing tutorial: Binding scalloped edges

January 17, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

I 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 tutorial: 3 ways to turn a narrow fabric tube right side out

January 10, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Turning a narrow fabric tube right side out is not easy. Especially if it’s a long fabric tube! You can’t get your fingers inside the tube to get a hold of the fabric! There are ways to do it, though,… Read more ...

Sewing tutorial: Sewing double fold bias tape

January 3, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Bias tape is an easy and attractive way to finish curved edges. You can buy bias tape as single or double fold. I prefer the double fold for finishing edges because the edge that folds around the raw edge of… Read more ...

Sewing tutorial: Grading and trimming seams

January 2, 2019 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Seam allowances can add bulk or cause bunching, especially if you’re sewing a tight curve or using heavy fabrics. Heather from Heather Handmade shows how to grade and trim seams to reduce bulk and get corners and curves to lay… Read more ...

Sewing tutorial: Henley button placket

December 27, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

The great thing about sewing t-shirts is that it’s so easy to adapt them to make different styles of shirts. Hey June Handmade has a great tutorial showing how you can add a button placket when sewing a shirt, turning… Read more ...

Sewing tutorial: How to rip out a seam

December 26, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

If 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 ...

Sewing tutorial: Secrets to pretty topstitching

December 20, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Topstitching is just like the name implies – a line of stitching that you can see on the top of your fabric. It’s used to stabilize seams and also as a decorative element. Because it will show on your finished… Read more ...

5 handy sewing notions and how to use them

December 6, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

There are SO MANY sewing gadgets out there. But how many are actually useful, and how many are going to disappoint? Melissa from Blank Slate Patterns and Melly Sews shows 5 sewing notions that will simplify difficult tasks or make… Read more ...

Sewing tutorial: 9 seam finishes you should know

November 6, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

A seam isn’t necessarily finished when you get to the end of your fabric. If the seam will get much wear or is not completely hidden between layers of fabric, you really should go back and “finish” your seam. Finishing… Read more ...

Sewing tutorial: Felt fringe zipper pouch

September 29, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Sewing a zipper sounds a lot harder than it actually is. Alicia from Sew What Alicia has a great tutorial showing how to do it. The tutorial includes how to make a cute felt fringe zip pouch that’s easy to… Read more ...

Sewing tutorial: Full bust adjustment for a sewing pattern

September 19, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

What do you do when a sewing pattern fits perfectly through the shoulders and arms, but too tight through the bust? A full bust adjustment! It’s a relatively simple adjustment to make. Mayra from So Sew Easy has a tutorial… Read more ...

Sewing tutorial: Lips welt pocket

September 14, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Heather from Heather Handmade shows how you can create a welt pocket shaped like a set of lips. It would make a cute accent for any girly-girl kind of project, but it’s especially cute when sewn on to the Kiss… Read more ...

Lightweight fabric sewing tips

August 30, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Lightweight, drapey fabrics can make some beautiful clothing – but man, they can be bear to sew! Slipping, shifting, snagging, fraying…. Heather from Heather Handmade shares her best tips for sewing on lightweight fabrics. Her tips will help make sewing… Read more ...

10 household items that make great sewing tools

August 24, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

The best sewing notions aren’t necessarily found on the notions wall in your craft store. They’re not necessarily even found in a craft store! Kate from See Kate Sew shares her 10 favorite sewing supplies that are actually household or… Read more ...

Sewing tutorial: Hemming stretch fabrics

August 21, 2018 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Sewing knit fabric is easy, though hemming can be tricky. The stretch of the fabric can make it difficult to get a smooth hem. Emily from Life Sew Savory has a post all about hemming knits – stitches, tips, techniques! … Read more ...

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