There is a difference between edgestitching and topstitching, and edgestitching can easily be confused with topstitching. Each basic sewing stitch have specific uses. Which is better, edgestitching vs topstitching? Edgestitching is sewn 1/8″ from the edge, while topstitching is 1/4″ from the edge. They are both decorative stitches on the face of the fabric. Topstitching is commonly used in menswear,…
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Make your dress that is too short fit better with one of these two great sewing tutorials. Learn how to make a dress longer with lace or with fabric. If you are like me you don’t long wearing dresses that are too short. I’m taller than average and have a really hard time finding dresses at a length that I…
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Sewing often requires fasteners one of which used to always scare me: the zipper. At some point in your sewing practice you will have to insert a zipper, and it doesn’t have to be that scary. (I have to keep telling myself that!) Learn how to sew a zipper! what is a zipper A zipper is two strips of fabric…
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Dress shopping is hard because there’s so many options in so many stores. You might find the perfect dress except that it doesn’t have sleeves. Depending on the event you are attending, you might need to add sleeves to a dress and this is how to do it! I’m demonstrating this sewing tutorial on two different dresses with two different…
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With these free hair bows patterns you can make the cutest, coordinating Easter Hair bows! I love creating cute accessories and clothes with a touch of whimsy and interest. One of my favorite things to do is add cute animal details to the clothes and outfits I make for my children. I designed some fun hair bows for Easter patterned…
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