Learning to sew and then improving on what you learned can be a challenge. However, if you’re well-equipped it can be a very rewarding and fun journey. We’ve put together a collection of 23 expert sewing tips and techniques to help beginners get started. Whether you’re learning how to sew or want to spruce up your skill set, these sewing methods and instructions will guide you.
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The goal of pressing is to shape the fabric, not flatten it. In this video, custom sewer Ann Steeves demonstrates a few handy tools and techniques to use with your steam iron to create great-looking garments.
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.
These easy instructions from "Tucks Made Simple," Threads #171, explain how to sew tiny pin tucks and then how to create intersecting pin tucks. Follow the steps and you'll create elegant and dainty pin tucks in no time.
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