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Replace a Jeans Waistband

Jeans are a wardrobe staple for many, but unless you make them yourself, it is difficult to find a great-fitting pair. A common issue is that the waistband is either…
Three Ways to Shorten Jeans

Maybe you only know one way to shorten jeans, but take it from custom jean designer Angela Wolf who can give you two more simple ways, here.
Break in Your Jeans

Most designer jeans are sold with artful distressing. Learn how to break in your jeans and recreate a designer look.
Embellishments: How to Create Simple Embroidery

In this article, we’ll go over simple embroidery materials and how to make the outline stitch, satin stitch, and raised knot stitch.
Darning by Machine

Learn a quick method for repairing tears and holes.
Learn Four Basic Hand Stitches

Sewing expert Kenneth D. King shows how to work two of the most commonly used hand stitches, as well as two useful variations.
Use a Stitch Regulator for Free-Motion Stitching on Garments

Garment sewers now have a specialty attachment option for sewing machines that enables balanced, equal-length stitches during free-motion stitching. Use a Stitch Regulator for Free-Motion Stitching on Garments
Give Your Jeans Professional Finishing Touches | Web Extra

Learn how to sew belt loops and add a flattering, curved waistband that won't stretch out of shape.
Use Free-Motion Stitching to Create Exquisite Designs and Textures

Enhance machine embroidery with free-motion sewing.
Sewing Spotlight: Upcoming Events for November

Sewing and fashion-related activities in November 2017.

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