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A Bag of Surprises

Nothing prepared me for the joy experienced by sewing for my nieces, Lucianne and Audrey, and my nephews, Ian and Domenic.
The Art of Kumihimo: Unique Braided Trims

Kumihimo, the art of Japanese braiding, is simple to learn and even easier to get hooked on. There are innumerable variations, and a change of braiding material further multiplies the…
A Reason for Ruffles

A few years ago, I retired from a long and busy teaching career. My husband and I relocated to Texas. I hadn’t had time to sew in ages and, in…
Sewing Stories: The Threads that Bind

When I was growing up, there were always hand-stitched reminders of my mother in the house. The most prominently displayed were three large, framed hand-embroidered samplers. One of my most…
Sewing Stories: Frugal Finery

I was giddy with excitement when I opened the invitation to attend a winter dinner and ball at the Australian embassy in Washington, D.C. It was going to be a…
Make a Vertical Buttonhole

This vertical buttonhole technique creates a beautiful finish.
Hide Snaps on Loosely Woven Fabrics

Louise offers a neat trick for concealing snaps on handwoven fabrics.
Impeccable Snap Alignment

Learn two ways for achieving precisely aligned snaps.
Finish a Centered Zipper with a Facing

This method produces an elegant finish for zippers.
Perfect Vertical Buttonhole Placement

When adding a vertical buttonhole, considerations include the fabric’s print and the distance from hem or neckline. Find out how to achieve the perfect placement for vertical buttonholes.

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