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Puzzled by Zippers? A Guide to Choosing a Zipper

Are you totally confused when you stand in front of the zipper display?Don’t be! the first thing you need to know is that …

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Sewing with a Twist - Yarn, That Is!

Sewing with a twist—yarn, that is! No, there isn’t a machine sewing needle with a giant eye that lets us sew with yarn (yet), but there are several ways you can incorporate yarn into your work.

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Do the Twist with your Sewing Machine!

You know your machine can sew all kinds of stitches, but did you know it can also do the twist?

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Be Inspired by Multi-Colored Threads

Whether you’re using a cotton or polyester all purpose thread, a machine or hand quilting thread, or a polyester embroidery thread, you’re sure to be inspired by the variegated color offerings. Surprises are in store!

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Show Off a Zipper with Stylish Stitching

Not all zippers are hidden—some show off their stuff with stylish stitching.

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Sewing Tip- Chain Piecing

Whether you’re making multiples of the same thing for charity (like pillowcases, bags, etc.) or creating hundreds of blocks for a quilt, chain piecing is both fast and efficient. This assembly-line sewing technique is used in factories, but it can be equally at home in your sewing room.

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Topstitching- Not so Scary!

Topstitching is simply stitching on the outside of a project, usually just in from the edge. It is not only decorative, but it helps create a flat, crisp edge. It can also be done on one or both sides of a seamline to help hold the seam allowances in place,...

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Sew On a Button Quick - by Machine!

Sewing machines can do lots of things, but perhaps you haven’t exhausted all the possibilities yet. Attaching buttons by machine is not only fast, but secure as well. Any flat button with holes will work for this process.

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Sewing Metallic Threads

Nothing adds a little shine to a project like metallic thread, whether you use it as an accent or as the primary embellishment. It’s great for decorative stitching, topstitching, serging, and even quilting, both on a regular machine and a longarm machine.

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The Long & Short of Hemming Jeans

Who loves to hem blue jeans? Don’t everyone raise their hand at once! With kids, the question is “to hem or not to hem?” As sure as you do, the growth spurt will hit.

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Sewing on Fleece

Fleece can be used in so many ways. It is a favorite for no-sew projects because it doesn’t ravel, but it is also simple to use for sewing projects.

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Sewing with Outdoor Thread

This time of year we often get questions about what type of thread to use for sewing or repairing outdoor items like deck chairs and cushions for benches and chairs. The constant exposure to the sun, chlorine and the elements are very demanding on fabrics and threads.