Fabric is the first and most important choice you’ll make says machine embroidery instructor Lindee Goodall. In this video, Lindee talks you through a trunk show of examples of how fabric choice can help determine stabilizer selection and more. She also advises how to avoid a too-complicated design and points out the pitfalls that doom projects before they begin.
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15:05How to Create Crochet Ribbing
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20:08Color Patterns With Crochet
Spice up your crochet with fantastic patterns and vibrant yarns. Designer Marly Bird teaches you to work chevrons (sometimes called ripples) as well as the whimsical Catherine’s wheel pattern. Marly begins by explaining the construction of a chevron (or ripple) stitch. She examines the chart for the stitch pattern and then begins crocheting a sample…
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21:07Needles & Thread for Quilting
Needle and thread are key components of machine quilting. But knowing which types to use together can sometimes be a challenge. Pro quilter Kelly Ashton discusses thread weight and plies as well as fiber and needle types. Choose the perfect needle for your thread every time with Kelly’s expert tips.
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15:15Multicolored Spirals in Crochet
Crochet designer Marly Bird demonstrates how to create beautiful spiral motif that’s sure to catch the eye. Learn how to start at the center, easily keep track of your four colors, grow the spiral and finish it perfectly. To begin, Marly makes an adjustable ring (also known as a magic ring or magic loop) with…
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