Create Perfectly Mitered Corners
1 commentIf you love precise, crisp edges – this technique is for you.
view details
The many blogs of David Page Coffin
4 commentsGarment construction gets easier with David Page Coffin's sewing tutorials, PDFs, previews, and noteworthy sources.
view details
An Easy Way to Turn Bias Cording Right Side Out
12 commentsBias covered cording has many sewing uses once you know the secrets to making it.
view details
Got Spots?
4 commentsJust call me the fabric whisperer. I’ve been handling fabric for a few more decades than I like to admit and if yours has spots, let's talk.
view details
Perfect Machine Tension Every Time
3 commentsUse this easy tip to find the right sewing machine tension for every fabric and every project.
view details
Fluid Fabric Challege Chiffon Tutorial
3 commentsChiffon may create gorgeous garments, but it's also rather tricky to sew. Following are a few tips and tricks to tame this fluid fabric.
view details
Packing Tips Help You Travel in Style
Keep garments neat and organized with Marcy Tilton's system for stuffing a suitcase.
view details
Hell in a Handbasket Hoody
13 commentsHell in a Handbasket Hoody has a completely finished basketweave center back and cuffs. This looks incredible! Wherever I wear my jacket, peoples heads turn my way without fail! This particular...
view details
Hooping Tips for Successful Embroidery
Discover fresh ideas for ease and accuracy when inserting your fabric in a machine embroidery hoop.
view details
Skipped Stitches on Ultrasuede
You can use this tissue paper trick to stop your machine from skipping stitches.
view details
Interfacing Doesn't Always Have to Match
A wool crepe can be a great substitute for itchy and bulky tweed fabrics.
view details
Elastic Connection
You can use these tips to eliminate bulk when sewing elastic waistbands.
view details
Keep Track of Your Fabric Stash
3 commentsYou can use this method to keep track fo your fabrics; it will help you know if you have enough fabric for certain projects that you may have in mind.
view details
Keep Stripes Symmetrical
Adding a seam and seam allowances allows you to keep collar-stripes symmetrical with those on the rest of your garment.
view details
Video: Cut Synthetics with a Hot Tool
The low melting point of synthetic shell fabrics makes cutting overlays with a hot tool a simple job.
view details
Use a Whetstone to Smooth Machine Needles
Using a whetstone can help extend the life of your needles
view details







