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March 5, 2021

DIY Table Runner

Run, Run… Table Runners A table runner can be used to add color and interest to any part of your home décor, showcase a display of collectibles, or it can be used simply to protect the dining table surface. You get multiple functions in one! A runner can even be used over a tablecloth to […]

Tagged With: home decor, sewing, table runner

February 12, 2021

To Boldly Go Where No Quilt Has Gone Before

Star Trek Quilt

This is the story of my little lap quilt that ended up across the country, helping people. I’m sure all sewists can relate to seeing a certain fabric that catches their eye and the excitement of seeing that it’s on clearance! JoAnn’s had Star Trek fabric for $3.00 a yard and I had to buy […]

Tagged With: Captain Kirk, charitable sewing, quilt, sewing, Star Trek, William Shatner

January 29, 2021

Slick Tricks: Working with Laminated Fabrics

If you’re looking to make that perfect raincoat, try one of the great laminated fabrics on the market today. Colorful cottons with a clear coating are ideal for rainy weather attire, and a host of other projects from cosmetic bags to totes and aprons. And you have options—laminated cottons come with either a matte finish […]

Tagged With: laminated fabric, learn to sew, raincoat, sewing, sewing tip

January 15, 2021

Sewing Basics: General Sewing Terms, Part 2

Clipping curves

The projects we want to sew can range from quilts to embroidery, handbags to pillows, and everything in between. This article focuses on sewing terms that are most often associated with garment sewing, but may be used or called for in other projects as well. Note: This is Part 2 of our General Sewing Terms […]

Tagged With: clipping curves, clipping seams, dart, garment ease, garment facing, interfacing, sewing, stay stitching

November 6, 2020

Shower Power: Sew a Fabric Shower Curtain

Nothing’s more fun than sprucing up your home and as sewers, a little refresh is easy to do. So, why not start in the bathroom with a fun fabric shower curtain! Choose a bold print, fabulous stripe or even a luscious solid cotton or polyester fabric. Decorator weights work well and often come with coordinates […]

Tagged With: home decor, sewing, shower curtain

October 23, 2020

Denim Dynamics

One of America’s most beloved fabrics, denim can be a delight to sew if you know the tricks. Tools Always use sharp scissors or a new rotary cutter blade to cut clean edges on this dense fabric. On heavier denims, use spring clips to hold edges together for sewing, as opposed to pins which may […]

Tagged With: denim, sewing

October 9, 2020

What I’m Sewing: Itch-to-Stitch Bonn Shirt

Q. Item Created  A. Blouse Q. Independent Pattern Designer A. Itch-to-Stitch Q. Name and Number of Pattern A. Bonn Shirt/Dress Q. Fabric Used: A. Picasso Rayon Poplin in teal Q. Special Embellishments/Notions Used A. Superior MasterPiece cotton thread Q. Skill level required? A. Advanced beginner or Intermediate Q. Are the instructions easy to follow? A. […]

Tagged With: altering sewing patterns, pattern, sewing

September 18, 2020

Sewing Basics: Measuring Tools

Measure Twice, Cut Once We’ve all done it.  You cut that precious fabric, and you cut it wrong. Once you’ve made that cut, you can’t undo it. And now you don’t have enough to recover from your mistake. ARGH! Whether taking body measurements, marking seam allowances, or cutting quilt squares, when we sew, we need […]

Tagged With: rulers, sewing, sewing basics, sewing tools

September 16, 2020

Fireside Chat: Kimberly Jolly, Fat Quarter Shop

We recently had the pleasure of talking with Kimberly Jolly, owner of the Fat Quarter Shop and It’s Sew Emma. Between those two companies, she covers all sorts of quilting and cross stitching fabrics, supplies, and patterns. It was great fun to hear how this accountant turned creative and made her journey to where she […]

Tagged With: fat quarter, quilts, sewing, video

August 28, 2020

Choosing a Fusible

Fusible - web tape on binding

When fusible products first arrived into the home sewing marketplace, they were stiff and frequently made the fabric bubble or wrinkle due to adhesion issues. Today, these new and improved heat-activated adhesive products are a boon to our sewing tasks. Let’s take a look at some of what you’ll find to expedite your sewing adventures. […]

Tagged With: fusible, fusible interfacing, fusible stabilizers, fusible webs, sewing

August 21, 2020

Sewing Basics: Hand Sewing Needles

Hand Sewing: Needle Knowledge Although some sewists will do just about anything to avoid sewing something by hand, most will inevitably face times when hand sewing will be necessary to complete a project. Knowing which needle to choose for the project makes the task of hand sewing much easier. In this article, we look at […]

Tagged With: hand needles, sewing, stitches

August 7, 2020

Buttons: Attachment Antics

Button, Button Whether you use them functionally to close a garment, tote or other project, or you line them up as a border or trim or even string them together for a bracelet, buttons are definitely a fun sewing notion. You can find buttons made from plastic, metal, bone, rhinestones, wood and a host of […]

Tagged With: buttons, sewing, shank buttons

July 31, 2020

Working with Snaps

Stitching a snap

Snap to it! Snaps, the handy two-part fasteners that we often don’t think much about, offer a multitude of options for garment closures. Look for them in metal finishes (silver, gold, black or some colors) and in a multitude of plastic hues. There are also clear snaps available for greater invisibility and they’re ideal for […]

Tagged With: closures, Fashion, sewing, snaps

July 10, 2020

Using Striped Fabric to Bind an Edge

It’s Stripe Hype! Whether you’re binding a jacket front, collar or a quilt, using a striped fabric for the binding is a great way to accent the edge. Stripes come in varying forms—from simple two-color versions to multi-color patterning, wide to narrow—but one thing’s for sure: they’re fun! Stripes can be used three different ways […]

Tagged With: binding, garment sewing, quilt, sewing

July 1, 2020

Fireside Chat: Emily Hallman

Emily Hallman is a shoe lover, bookworm, dog mama, fashion enthusiast, and sewist. She also publishes a capsule wardrobe blog and has over 40K followers on Instagram. Sheryl Belson spent some time chatting with Emily about color, style and the joy of sewing your own wardrobe, one colorful, coordinated collection at a time. ~Sheryl Belson, […]

Tagged With: capsule wardrobe, sewing

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