Videos in the Series

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  How to Label Your Serger

  If you own an older serger or a base model that is missing dial labels, use a sharpie to help identify what each dial controls. This quick tip will save…
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  Quick Tip for Trimming Short Threads

  An obvious solution for eliminating unsightly short threads from showing on the right side of your sewing projects is to clip them. Do away with thread clipping fear by using…
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  DIY Wide Seam Allowance Guide

  Find out how to make seam guide using a roll of tape or sticky notepad. This clever tip is especially helpful when sewing items with wide seam allowances.
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  How to Thread Woolly Nylon

  Woolly nylon serger threads are a great choice for sewing seams in stretch knit garments and for creating rolled hems. Watch this "Threads Sewing Tips" video to learn how to…
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  How to Clip Curves Accurately

  In this "Threads Sewing Tips" video tutorial, we show you a method for clipping seam allowance curves accurately.
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  DIY Thread Catcher

  Watch to learn a neat trick for "catching" all of those snipped threads while sewing. This will help keep your sewing surface clean of unwanted threads.
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  A No-Bulk Elastic Join

  Learn a bulk-free method for joining two elastic ends.
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  Easy Seam Turning

  Leaving an opening in a seam for turning the item right-side out, as you would for a pillow, isn't difficult. Here is an easier method that also improves your results.
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  How to Fix a Broken Acrylic Ruler

  Clear acrylic rules are a handy tool in the sewing room. Learn how an easy-to-find beauty supply can help save a broken ruler.
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  Color-Code Machine Needles | Video

  Learn how to color-code machine needles by watching this video tip from Threads magazine. This time-saving step will help you keep track of and easily identify needle types. For more…
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  How to Blend Pattern Sizes | Video

  Do your measurements indicate you are different pattern sizes for different areas of the body? Using a multisized pattern, you can blend sizes. But if your measurements put you in…
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  Baste with Monofilament Thread | Video

  This invisible thread makes basting stitches that are easy to remove once you’ve completed a permanent seam
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  Sew a Stretchy Swimsuit Strap | Video

  Try this easy technique for making nicely finished elasticized straps.
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  Thread Your Serger Easily | Video

  A handy dental tool simplifies a complicated task.
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  No-Twist Thread Loops | Video

  For neater loops that look nice and don't get tangled, try this method.
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  Magnets Make Pressing Easier | Video

  Keep fabric where you want it for pressing accuracy.
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  Wrangle Your Fabric Stash | Video

  Keep your precious textiles neat and ready for use.
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  Embroidery 101: The Blanket Stitch vs. the Buttonhole Stitch

  Learn to tell the difference between two useful and easy-to-sew stitches.
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  Chalk Line for Marking a Hem

  This easy technique enables you to accurately mark a hemline, solo.
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  How to Understitch a Facing

  Keep facings hidden with this professional technique.
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  How to Baste Darts

  Hand-stitching is a quick way to ensure dart legs align perfectly before machine sewing.
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  How to Avoid Buying Too Much Fabric

  Make a reusable template to check yardage requirements before purchasing fabric.
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  Don’t Match Your Thread

  You don't need a huge thread stash to sew garments of any color.
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  Organize Your Button Stash

  This clever storage method saves you time and keeps your button collection neat.
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  Make a Pattern from a Favorite Garment

  You can duplicate a beloved garment that has seen better days.