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10 Tips for Sewing Chiffon

Chiffon is a lightweight, sheer fabric that can be difficult to work with. But sewing with chiffon doesn’t have to be a headache. Learn a few tips and tricks to... View Content

3 Mistake-Proof Ways to Sew Any Sheer Fabric

When it comes to sewing with sheer or very lightweight fabrics, it's best to pack your patience. These often unruly fabrics seem to have a mind of their own and... View Content

How to Use Interlining, Lining, Facing and Interfacing

Details like interlining, lining, facing and interfacing can be overlooked in the construction process, but they make a huge difference in your garment. Read on to learn what to use... View Content

7 Essential Waistband Shirring Tips for Beginners

Shirring is a magical sewing technique that takes a regular piece of fabric and shrinks it up, giving it elasticity. But shirring for the first time is no walk in... View Content

How to Pick the Right Elastic for Your Sewing Project

Stretch your skills by learning how to choose and use the right types of elastic for your sewing projects. View Content

DIY This Gold Foil Pillow for a Totally Luxe Look

Save the money you would've spent on a designer pillow with this glam DIY dupe! It's the perfect accent to brighten up your neutral couch or add a splash of... View Content

12 Materials to Play With Using Your Die Cutting Machine

Sure you've used your die-cutting machine to create interesting shapes out of paper — but have you considered using it on other materials? From wood veneer to felt and many... View Content

Sew Your Own Socks! 5 Tips for a Fast, Fun and Frugal DIY

Looking for a quick project that you'll actually use? Sew your own pair of socks! These tips, tricks and patterns will get you started. View Content

Stretch Your Limits With These Helpful Tips for Sewing Spandex

Spandex is the perfect fabric for swimwear and activewear. Learn a few tips for working with this tricky knit fabric. View Content

How to Sew Your Own Yoga Pants So You Never Have to Buy Another Pair

Never buy yoga pants at the mall again! Get expert tips & tricks, so you can make a closet full of professional-looking leggings in any color or print. View Content

5 Fun Bindings That Add Way More Personality to Your Quilt

Every quilt needs a binding — that's just a fact. The real fun comes in when you realize how much this detail can add as an actual design element. Whether... View Content

5 Smart Tips for Sewing With Selvages

Selvages run the entire length of a fabric bolt, and many people consider them to be garbage, cutting them off and throwing away without a second thought. But this finished... View Content

What You Need to Know About Precut Quilting Fabrics

Learn all about the different types of pre-cuts available for quilting, including Charm Squares, Layer Cakes, Jelly Rolls and more! View Content

How to Evenly Gather Any Fabric Like a Total Pro

Gathering fabric is one of those techniques that seems complicated, but doesn't have to be. It's really just about scrunching one piece of fabric to fit a smaller piece, which... View Content

Whitework Embroidery Is the Elegant Technique You Need to Try Next

Although whitework looks advanced, just a few simple stitches can yield stunning results! Explore stitches, fabric, threads and patterns that you can use to create your own whitework masterpiece. View Content

4 Fun DIY Techniques for Hand Dyeing Colorful and Printed Fabrics

Is your stash of fabric looking a little ... plain? If you have more yards of white fabric than you know what to do with, give 'em some life with... View Content

Should You Pre-Wash Quilting Fabric?

A big debate in the world of quilting is whether or not fabric should be washed before it's ever used in a quilt. Here's a look at the pros and... View Content

6 Tips You Need for Embroidering on Denim

Traditional denim is the workhorse of fabrics. It washes and wears extremely well and lasts for decades, but that does not mean it cannot be as pretty as it is... View Content

Making a Full Bust Adjustment on Princess Seams Is Easier Than It Seems

A full bust adjustment sounds like a tedious technique, but believe me, it's very easy to do and can save you a lot of fitting problems! With this step-by-step photo... View Content

This May Just Be the Best Way to Sew Exposed Zippers

An exposed zipper instantly makes any top, skirt or dress look totally modern. But in order for them to look stellar, all stitching (which, unlike when sewing an invisible zipper,... View Content

Use Your Scraps to Craft the Most Unique Christmas Tree

It can be hard to justify revamping your holiday tree decor when you already have a pretty solid collection of ornaments. But not if you're using stuff you already have!... View Content

How Ease Helps You Nail the Fit of Every Garment

Ease. It's a term every garment sewer must know and understand — for finding the right pattern size and for making pattern adjustments. Learn everything you need to know about... View Content

4 Helpful Tips for Machine Embroidering on Felt

When it comes to machine embroidery, felt is a total rockstar. It can be made from a variety of materials, ranging from recycled water bottles to 100 percent wool. Regardless... View Content

Turn a Flat Sheet Into a Fitted Sheet Without Losing a Wink of Sleep

Sew sheets that fit your bed perfectly, starting with one of those extra flat sheets sitting in your linen closet. View Content