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  How to Turn Mending into Embellishment on Lightweight Fabrics

  Embroidery comes to the rescue, with a mending solution for lightweight, translucent fabrics.

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  How to Sew a Narrow Hem on Lightweight Fabrics

  Learn how to machine-sew a hem to finish the pleated sleeves Pattern Hack "Dramatic Pleats"…

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  Understanding Thread Tension on Your Sewing Machine

  Don't stress over the tension dials on your sewing machine. Find out when and how…

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  Learn How to Draft a Lantern Sleeve | Web Extra

  Transform a basic one-piece sleeve pattern into one with a stylish retro-modern silhouette.

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  How to Machine-Sew a Custom-Sized Buttonhole | Video

  Step-by-step tutorial shows how to sew buttonholes with a standard zigzag stitch, no automated buttonhole…