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How to Make a Lovely Pleated-Ribbon Trim
27 commentsKenneth D. King demonstrates how to make this creative embellishment.
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How to Make Painted Lace
1 commentApply dye with a brush to create multicolored effects on lace.
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How to Make a Watch Wrap
It's time to turn your watch into arm candy with a flowy fabric strap.
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How to Reweave Woven Fabrics
Learn how to use the technique of reweaving to repair a hole in your garment.
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How to Sew a Satin Headband
1 commentGet couture-chic with these runway-inspired headbands.
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How to Sew a Designer Shift
2 commentsA simple shape and side buttons equal easy fit and style
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How to Sew a Quilted Cuff
Lacy, but still a little edgy, this crazy-quilted bracelet has it all.
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How to Make a Precision Placket
13 commentsDownload our pattern for a perfect placket and learn how to make this classic sleeve finish that most patterns don't include.
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Making Pretty Buttonholes
36 commentsFine details make a good garment. Buttonholes are one of the finer details that draw attention to the finished creation.
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Sew an Oversized Bag
Two pattern pieces and a quick texturizing trick make this bag unique.
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How to Make an Embroidered Clutch
Transform a wool sweater that's seen better days into your new favorite clutch.
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How to Design with Sheer Fabrics
9 commentsDiscover the wonders of sheer-fabric manipulation by layering, tucking, pleating, gathering, or ruching.
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Full & Fabulous - How To Fit A Full Figure
Learn how to correct a pattern to fit a large midsection with Kathleen Cheetam's technique.
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How to Sew Elegant Silk Table Runners
Dine in style on silk table runners that double as place mats
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Master the Hand Stitch
When sewn properly, they are as strong as machine-sewn stitches, and you can do them almost as quickly.
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Fashion Scarf How-to
24 commentsLong scarves have been on the fashion scene for several seasons and seem to only grow more popular. Save some money and make one yourself! And, learn to tie a chic "Tuscany" knot.
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Eliminate Separate Facings for Elegant Edges
9 commentsApply a lining to a curved neckline and an armhole edge for an elegant couture technique.
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How to Restyle a Straight Skirt
Take a straight skirt from plain to fabulous with a little inspiration.
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