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Make a Light Box in a Jiffy

April Mohr, contributor | July 2nd, 2009

Here's a way to make a light box without spending a penny!

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How to do a Fell Stitch

Kenneth King, contributor | June 22nd, 20091 comment

The fell stitch is used to appliqué one layer of fabric to another.

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How to Sew a Catch Stitch

Kenneth King, contributor | May 26th, 20096 comments

Kenneth King shows you two versions of this handy stitch.

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Perfect Machine Tension Every Time

April Mohr, contributor | April 21st, 20093 comments

Use this easy tip to find the right sewing machine tension for every fabric and every project.

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Fluid Fabric Challege Chiffon Tutorial

Nicole Smith, contributor | April 8th, 20093 comments

Chiffon may create gorgeous garments, but it's also rather tricky to sew. Following are a few tips and tricks to tame this fluid fabric.

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Shibori Design on Silk

jbertha, member | December 6th, 20081 comment

A simple form of Shibori using plastic, paint brush, straws, eye droppers, small cups, several colors of dye-na-flow, thread, string, 1 yard light weight silk fabric and kosher salt. Fold fabric in...

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Go against the Grain

Threads Magazine, editor | November 23rd, 20081 comment

Get creative when aligning pattern pieces along the fabric's yarns.

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Cutting Out

Threads Magazine, editor | November 19th, 2008

Accurate cutting is important for a well-sewn garment, but this step doesn't have to be difficult if you keep in mind a few simple things.

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Samplings of Weft Knit and Warp Knit Fabrics

Threads Magazine, editor | November 19th, 20081 comment

More examples of weft knit and warp knit fabrics:Take a look at a few common types of readily available knits.

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Know Your Knits

Threads Magazine, editor | November 19th, 2008

Learn how to select and use a knit with confidence;this guide to the confusing world of knit fabrics will help you.

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Pattern Layouts

Threads Magazine, editor | November 17th, 2008

Get tips on layout and ideas on keeping your pattern pieces in place.

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A Pin for Every Purpose

Threads Magazine, editor | November 11th, 2008

A pin is not just a pin. Consider its five parts: head, point, length, thickness, and metal content.

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Machine-Needle Know-How

Threads Magazine, editor | November 6th, 20082 comments

There are lots of needles to choose from. Ensure a project's success by selecting the right one.

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Bias 101

Threads Magazine, editor | November 6th, 2008

Master the tricks of sewing bias-cut garments with a simple style and foolproof fabric.

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How to Replace a Broken Zipper

Threads Magazine, editor | November 4th, 20083 comments

Replacing a broken zipper is a common mending task, and it's easier than you think, even if you have to shorten the zipper to make it work.

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Working with Vintage Patterns

Threads Magazine, editor | November 4th, 20081 comment

Learn what it takes to stitch up beautiful garments from the past.

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Video: An Easy, Flat Fly-Front Zipper

Threads Magazine, editor | November 4th, 200815 comments

Ignore the pattern instructions, says Sandra Betzina, and use this simplified version for "ready-to-wear" results.

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Video: Straightening the Grain On Fluid Fabrics

Threads Magazine, editor | November 2nd, 2008

Before cutting, the crossgrain and the lengthwise grain need to be ruler straight. In this video, fashion designer Sarah Veblen demonstrates the technique.

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Video: Pressing Tips

Threads Magazine, editor | November 2nd, 2008

The goal of pressing is to shape the fabric, not flatten it. In this video, custom sewer Ann Steeves demonstrates a few handy tools and techniques to use with your steam iron to create great-looking garments.

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