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The Double Cloth Patch Pocket

KennethDKing, contributor | November 29th, 201010 comments

This is a companion article to the double-sided cloth article in the magazine (Issue 152 Dec 2010/Jan 2011). I received some questions about how I handled the pocket, so I thought I'd post a how-to!

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Sewing findings on securely

SusanKhalje, contributor | November 15th, 201037 comments

It's disappointing to look inside an otherwise nicely-sewn garment and see snaps or hooks and eyes that are poorly sewn on. Happily, couture comes to the rescue with a technique that elegantly combines form and function.

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Take a Free Trial of PatternPal, an App for Sewing Supplies

smcfarland, contributor | November 11th, 201012 comments

Comment on this post to get one of six free-trial codes for PatternPal, a sewing app for your iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad

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Tell-tale signs of an accomplished sewer

stitchhappy, senior technical editor | October 27th, 201010 comments

Tips for how to take your finishes from beginner to professional

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Staying a Neckline and Armhole

KennethDKing, contributor | October 25th, 201031 comments

Staying a neckline or armhole will ensure that you have a polished, professional, gap-free look when making garments with a scoop neck or a sleeveless armhole.

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Video: How to Sew a Three-Thread Rolled Serged Edge

smcfarland, contributor | October 4th, 20105 comments

Watch Kayla Kennington's online video tutorials to master a neat hemming or seaming technique.

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Double Bias Length Extension

LOUISE CUTTING, contributor | September 27th, 201014 comments

Extend your sleeves with bias fabric insets. This technique could also be used to extend the hem of a pair of pants or add interest to a straight skirt.

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Sewing Books Crop Up for the Kindle

smcfarland, contributor | September 16th, 20101 comment

Yes, there are sewing guides to read on the Kindle, and they're getting better

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Staying a Curve with Crossgrain Muslin

KennethDKing, contributor | September 13th, 201020 comments

Use a strip of crossgrain muslin, to stay a curved armhole before you construct the jacket.

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The Fortuny Shirt

KennethDKing, contributor | August 30th, 201035 comments

I came into a large piece of Fortuny printed cotton recently. I chose to make a shirt, which presented a challenge when finishing the armhole.

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Fabric U Puts a World of Fabric at Your Fingertips

smcfarland, contributor | August 12th, 20102 comments

App for iPhones and iPads offers is an on-the-go guide to fabric

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Decorative pockets or bound buttonholes

LOUISE CUTTING, contributor | July 12th, 20107 comments

I first saw this opening as pocket on a suit jacket in a designer boutique. I have since seen this shaped opening as a series of different brightly colored bound buttonholes down the front of a black sheath dress.

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