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Sewing with Silk: Conclusion

Instructor Katrina Walker summarizes the lessons she taught to get you ready to sew silk fearlessly and successfully.
Sewing with Silk: Hemming Chiffon

Don't let hemming chiffon frighten you: Learn two methods that are easy and produce clean, narrow hems with just the right amount of weight.
Sewing with Silk: Bound and Faced Hems

These two hem finishes give garments a high-quality look, prevent damage, and add weight so the garment hangs gracefully.
Draping, with Karolyn Kiisel | Episode 53

Draping authority Karolyn Kiisel talks about her latest opera costuming work, the essential dress form, and even her preferred draping fabric.
5 Sewing Questions with Karolyn Kiisel

Draping expert Karolyn Kiisel recalls her favorite design project, considers her next untried sewing technique, and imparts advice to those just starting to sew.
Sewing with Silk: Seam Finishes

Discover three easy ways to clean-finish the seam allowances on your silk projects. These finishes protect the seams and prevent fraying.
Sewing with Silk: Flat-felled Seams

When you're sewing sheer silks, such as organza, a flat-felled seam is a good choice. Learn two methods to create this clean seam finish.
Sewing with Silk: French Seams

Follow this tutorial to learn a classic French seam, ideal for silk. It supports the fabric and encloses raw seam edges that could fray.
2022 Luxury Loungewear Challenge and Sweepstakes

Four sewing experts took on the 2022 Digital Ambassadors' Luxury Loungewear Challenge. See their creations and then select your favorite. Your vote enters you into a sweepstakes drawing to win…
Sewing with Silk: Pressing Silk

The right tools, iron setting, and moisture application makes pressing silk straightforward, and ensures excellent results.

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