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Tutorials & Techniques
A Guide to Coverstitch Machines
What they do, how to use one, and troubleshooting tips.
March 30, 2021 0
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How to Sew With Silk
Learn our favorite tips and tricks for working with silk.
December 10, 2020 0
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How to Lengthen and Shorten a Sewing Pattern
Learn an essential fitting technique.
December 10, 2020 0
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All About Elastic
Learn how to pick the right kind of elastic for your sewing project.
December 10, 2020 0
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Understanding Ease
Learn everything you need to know about ease in a sewing pattern.
December 10, 2020 0
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How to Slash and Spread a Pattern
Get the most out of your patterns with this fun hack.
November 20, 2020 0
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How to Sew an Inserted Pocket
Sewing an inserted pocket is easy when you follow these steps.
November 20, 2020 0
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How to Sew a Lining Using the Burrito Method
The burrito method is easy when you follow these steps.
November 20, 2020 0
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Your Guide to Pleats
Learn everything you need to know about pleats.
November 20, 2020 0
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How Measurements Make Your Sewing Better
Learn how to accurately take your measurements to achieve a perfect fit.
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How to Reinforce Shoulder Seams
Prevent stretched out shoulder seams on your knit garments using two simple methods.
November 9, 2020 0
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How to Sew a Baby Hem
Learn how to create a rolled hem for your delicate projects.
November 9, 2020 0
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How to Shorten a Metal Zipper
Have a zipper that's too long for your project? You can shorten it in a few easy steps.
November 9, 2020 0
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How to Sew Standard Darts
Learn how to create darts that will transform your garment.
October 13, 2020 0
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How to Sew a Set-in Sleeve
Learn how to sew a set-in sleeve in a few easy steps.
October 13, 2020 0
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How to Determine Stretch Percentage in Fabric
Learn how to calculate your fabric's stretch percentage.
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Pattern Hackers: How to Add Volume and Gathers to a Sleeve
Break the rules with three pattern hacks for the Samson top, by Chelsea Miller.
July 31, 2020 0
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Pattern Hackers: How to Add a Waist Tie to Your Shirt
Break the rules with three pattern hacks for the Willis top, by Chelsea Miller.
May 31, 2020 0
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How to Sew the Best Breast Pads
Create functional, comfortable, and low-profile breast pads you’ll actually want to wear, by Haley Glenn.
May 31, 2020 0
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Pattern Hackers: How to Create an Asymmetrical Wrap
Break the rules with three pattern hacks for the Lyle dress, by Chelsea Miller.
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Pattern Hackers: How to Draft a Slanted Patch Pocket
Break the rules with three pattern hacks for the Joss pants, by Chelsea Miller.
March 31, 2020 0
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To Wax or Not to Wax...Canvas
The ultimate guide to waxed canvas, by Robin Ives.
February 29, 2020 0
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Pattern Hackers: Turn a Dress into a Shirt
Break the rules with three pattern hacks for the Jo dress, by Chelsea Miller.
January 31, 2020 0
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Pattern Hackers: How to Taper Legs on Pants
Break the rules with three pattern hacks for the Mel joggers, by Chelsea Miller.
December 31, 2019 0
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How to Turn Your Fabric Scraps into Scrunchies
Learn how to turn your fabric scraps into fashionable scrunchies, by Chelsea Miller.
December 31, 2019 0
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Pattern Hackers: Add Side Ties to a Cardigan
Break the rules with three pattern hacks for the Flor cardigan, by Chelsea Miller.
November 30, 2019 0
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Pattern Hackers: How to Draft a Funnel Neck
Break the rules with three pattern hacks for the Oliver top, by Chelsea Miller.
October 31, 2019 0
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How to: Macaron Pattern Weights and Magnetic Pincushion
Make some delectably non-edible sewing tool treats! By Saki Jane.
October 31, 2019 0
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Sew an All-in-one Facing
This tutorial teaches you how to finish necklines and armholes with an all-in-one facing.
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