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BOOK GIVEAWAY: A Guide to Fashion Sewing

amm, contributor | August 3rd, 2011126 comments

From collars to hems, most sewing techniques are covered in this comprehensive book.

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Turning Pillowcases Into Dresses

SLMiller, associate editor | July 27th, 201125 comments

Volunteers around the United States and internationally are sewing pillowcases into dresses for Dress A Girl Around the World, a campaign of the charitable organization Hope 4 Women International.

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BOOK GIVEAWAY: "Underwear Fashion in Detail"

amm, contributor | July 26th, 2011366 comments

You could win this fabulous book by leaving simply a comment.

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A Pretty Blue Coat

SusanKhalje, contributor | July 25th, 201137 comments

At first glance, it's a simple little coat. But a closer look shows a number of well-thought-out details.

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Style adaptations are a must when sewing for the disabled

amm, contributor | July 20th, 201117 comments

If you sew for someone who is handicapped, design tips can make a huge difference

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And the Winner of Spacesuit--Fashioning Apollo is...

mgiroux, senior editorial intern | July 7th, 20112 comments

Find out if you are the lucky winner in our giveaway.

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From Botch Job to Beautiful in an Afternoon!

KennethDKing, contributor | July 6th, 201138 comments

Because I loved the fabric so much, I had to figure out how to turn this nightmare into something dreamy.

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Finally! Project Runway is Ready to Roll

smcfarland, contributor | June 30th, 201155 comments

Are you ready to watch? Lifetime announces Season 9 to premiere July 28

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BOOK GIVEAWAY: Spacesuit--Fashioning Apollo

amm, contributor | June 28th, 201150 comments

Did you know the Apollo spacesuits were hand-sewn and contained 21 layers? You could win this fascinating book!

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Installing the Front Band to the Fantasy Fur Jacket

KennethDKing, contributor | June 27th, 201120 comments

Here's the next installment in the continuing series, installing the front band to the fantasy fur jacket.

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Your Favorite Jacket Can Become a Vest

LOUISE CUTTING, contributor | June 23rd, 201110 comments

Create your favorite Jacket pattern into your favorite vest. Or, you just don't have enough fabric to make a jacket, create a great casual vest.

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Sewing for Fashion--and Awards

SLMiller, associate editor | June 15th, 20112 comments

The American Sewing Guild Conference is just a few short months away (Aug. 18-21, 2011) in Los Angeles, but there’s still time to enter the ASG’s annual Fashion Show. Submit your application by July 30!

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Magazine Giveaway: SewStylish Summer 2011

amm, contributor | June 14th, 201177 comments

You could win a copy of this magazine to inspire your summer sewing!

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Leather Lacing for Fantasy Fur Jacket

KennethDKing, contributor | June 13th, 201110 comments

This is the process by which I determined the kind and placement of the lacing that holds the leather yoke to the fantasy fur.

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Pintuck a Ruffle

MaryRay, contributor | May 31st, 201112 comments

A deep ruffle at the bottom of a skirt keeps the fullness away from the hips. Replace gathers with pintucks for a flounce that's less fussy.

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Creating Perfect Bias Fabric Loops

SusanKhalje, contributor | May 23rd, 201124 comments

It's all in the details (well, not all of it), but an otherwise nicely-made garment can be spoiled by less-than-perfect finishing touches. Here's a guide to creating perfect fabric loops.

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