You can’t undo a bad hooping, says machine embroidery instructor Lindee Goodall, which is why Lindee is here to demonstrate how to do it correctly. First, Lindee leads a discussion on the different types of hoops available and how to determine which would be right for your project. Then she shares her method for hooping to cut down on puckers, stretched fabric and other problems that can lead to poor results. Lindee also shares her top tips for hooping slick fabrics and her favorite hooping accessories. Lindee also shows you how to embroider on fabric when you can’t secure it within a hoop.
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Color 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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Quilting with Panels – Tips and Techniques
Quilting with panels is a great way to add large designs to a quilt or even use as a quilt by themselves by just adding a simple border. ZJ Humbach shows you some of the many different kinds of panel available and gives you tips for working with them.
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Pressing Quilt Blocks With Set-In Seams
Pressing your quilt blocks correctly is the key to a flawless finish. Learn pro quilter Kelly Ashton’s tricks for setting and pressing seams to prevent bulky seam allowances that will be difficult to stitch over. You’ll also learn the circular approach to pressing, as well as Kelly’s favorite approach: covered convergence.
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Set-In Seams & Fabrics for Quilts
With the guidance of pro quilter Kelly Ashton, learn how Y-seams (also known as set-in seams) are used to bring blocks together, and find out how to work with bias edges to minimize distortion. Kelly also shares the keys to success when working with directional fabric.
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