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How to Use Pins the Right Way

How to Use Pins the Right Way

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Sometimes it's the simple things that need to be given a little thought.

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New Life for Used Sewing Machines

New Life for Used Sewing Machines

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Old sewing machines and sergers don’t have to end up in a landfill. If they still work, consider donating them to people in need.

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Great Gift Ideas for Sewers

Great Gift Ideas for Sewers

The holidays are upon us! If you are looking for a gift for the sewer in your life (even if it’s yourself), one of these items might fit the bill!

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Gifts for Sewers - A Gift Guide to the Holidays

Gifts for Sewers - A Gift Guide to the Holidays

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Find out what our editors are craving this holiday season.

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Sneak Peek at Its Sew Easy Season 2

Sneak Peek at "It's Sew Easy" Season 2

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The PBS sewing series resumes in December - here's what's coming up!

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When downsizing, consider a new home for your stash

When downsizing, consider a new home for your stash

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Here are some ideas for your excess stash when downsizing is in your future.

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Teach Yourself to Sew 2: How to Apply Elastic

Teach Yourself to Sew 2: How to Apply Elastic

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Learn several ways to apply elastic in this excerpt from our beginner sewing video series.

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MAGAZINE GIVEAWAY: Quick Stuff to Sew

MAGAZINE GIVEAWAY: "Quick Stuff to Sew"

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You could win one of two copies of "Quick Stuff to Sew" in time for your holiday sewing!

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Coupons On The Go

Coupons On The Go

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Jo-Ann’s store app—which now works for Android phones, as well as iPhone—lets you save and organize coupons.

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Corsets from the Hardware Store!

Corsets from the Hardware Store!

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Some of my students told me of using zip ties as a substitute for whalebone in corsets, and--it works!

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Specialty feet can do amazing things!

Specialty feet can do amazing things!

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We asked our authors which specialty sewing machine foot they value the most

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Quick Cuts for Applique and Quilting

Quick Cuts for Applique and Quilting

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The AccuQuilt GO! Fabric Cutter looks like a handy way to cut multiples of fabric shapes fast.

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Elna Sewing Machine Recalled

Elna Sewing Machine Recalled

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Janome and the U.S. Consumer Products Safety Commission have issued a recall for the Elna eXcellence 740 sewing machine due to a fire hazard.

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What Makes a Sewing Space Great?

What Makes a Sewing Space Great?

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What would you like to learn about the sewing workspaces of authors, experts, and your fellow readers?

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Creating Perfect Bias Fabric Loops

Creating Perfect Bias Fabric Loops

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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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A New Improved Seam Roll

A New Improved Seam Roll

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I love pressing over a seam roll. Here's how to make a new and improved version!

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This IS Your Grandmothers Sewing Machine

This IS Your Grandmother's Sewing Machine

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In the exhibit "Tools of the Trade," the University of Alberta has assembled a fascinating collection of notions and more.

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Book Giveaway: Threads Sewing Guide

Book Giveaway: "Threads Sewing Guide"

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You could win this must-have sewing encyclopedia by simply leaving a comment.

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Online Shopping and Resource Guide

Online Shopping and Resource Guide

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Check out this newly updated list of great online fabric and craft supply resources.

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Enter the Bernina Simply Stylish Sweepstakes

Enter the Bernina Simply Stylish Sweepstakes

Visit CraftStylish to enter for your chance to win a Bernina 3 Series sewing machine.

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