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New Sewing Machines by Singer

Read what Singer is saying about its newly released models.

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New Sewing Machines by Janome

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Read what Janome is saying about its newly released models.

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New Sewing Machines by Husqvarna Viking

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Read what Husqvarna Viking is saying about its newly released models.

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New Sewing Machines by Brother

Read what Brother is saying about its newly released models.

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New Sewing Machines by Baby Lock

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Read what Baby Lock is saying about its newly released models.

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New Machines by Bernina

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Read what Bernina is saying about its newly released 830 Series (coming soon).

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A Pin for Every Purpose

A pin is not just a pin. Consider its five parts: head, point, length, thickness, and metal content.

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Fabric Printing with a Brayer

This easy-to-find graphic-arts tool makes textural design on fabric as simple as using a paint roller.

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Preventive Sewing-Machine Maintenance

Most sewing machine problems can be traced to poor general maintenance or neglect. Learn how to keep your machine in tiptop shape with only a few simple supplies and a few minutes of attention daily, weekly, or monthly— depending on how much you sew.

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Sewing-Machine Needles: An Overview

Learn to recognize the many types of standard, decorative, and special-purpose machine needles. Discover what each is best for, and how to troubleshoot problems.

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Machine-Needle Know-How

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There are lots of needles to choose from. Ensure a project's success by selecting the right one.

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Yo-yos by the Hoopful

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Learn how to turn your embroidery machine into a yo-yo assembly line.

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How to Shop for Elastic

Sewing educator and author Connie Long explains how to get the right type and the right amount of elastic for a flexible waistline.

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Drape a Skirt Sloper

Learn how to turn seams and darts into useful fitting and design tools.

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Making Sense of Stabilizers

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Fabric stabilizers are rewriting the book on decorative sewing techniques, and new ones appear daily. Here's how to sort through the maze.

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Understanding Thread Tension

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Learn how to use the tension devices on your sewing machine and how to thread for proper tension.

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Choosing Machine-Embroidery Threads

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All the options can be confusing. Here are guidelines for selecting the right threads for your embroidery projects.

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The Merits of a Basic Fitting Pattern

Learn how to use a sloper to simplify altering commercial patterns.

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Machine Embroidery: A Marriage of Fabric and Design

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Learn how to pair the right design and fabric for great results: Guidelines for embroidering fabrics, from sheers to corduroy.

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Five Must-Have Sewing Tools

These simple, inexpensive items make sewing easier and more enjoyable.

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