Sewing Textiles

What is Understitching

Understitching is a method of keeping bottom fabric from showing at the fold. You open out the garment after the seam i...

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posted by basyefelton

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New Fabric Co-op

HI. I have started a new fabric and notions co-op. Please check it out at http://groups.google.com/group/Fabric-Co-op

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posted by aliciadesigns

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PHOTO OF THE WEEK, Tailored Vest

My latest project to complete is a vest woven from linen and dark wool. Although a seemingly simple garment, I tore my...

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posted by jack

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Two-tone pleated skirt -- advice?

I have ended up with some remnants of wool, a smaller one in a dark brown, and a larger one in a lighter brown. I thoug...

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posted by a_m_m51

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my first bit of sewing !

I sewed 2 patches together last night in backstitch I found it very relaxing and time flew, then I made a loveheart, I...

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posted by damian

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Need advice on purchase of new machine

HI, All, I just tried to wind a bobbin on my 30-year-old Sears sewing machine and the winder will not turn. I took the...

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posted by myrnapap

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Part-time sheet-making work, Sydney Australia

Hello, I have available some part-time work making a small number of sheets and blankets. If you are interested, and lo...

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posted by news

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how to roll hem or other finish for sheer fabric

I have not rolled a hem in over 10 years. I think I have the foot to it for both my machines (singer and elna), but I h...

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posted by lisarupe

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? about pattern drafting/design

Hi there, I hope someone can help us. My daughter would like to try making a dress of her own design. But we aren't too...

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posted by ima_cuilterNOSPAM

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sharpening pinking shears

you can contact: Ariel,c/oSandy, Dept.SN,624 N.Third Ave., Wausau,WI 54401, (715)842-1696 They will sharpening them for...

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posted by stellafenley

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pinking shears sharpening? (US)

I have tried to get my Wiss pinking shears sharpened locally. No good. No one does it anymore around here anymore (Sacr...

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posted by lizyoung

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Any crochet patterns to share ?

If you are a crochet-lover like we are, visit www.crochetmania.com and share your patterns, tips or ideas with other cro...

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posted by dianysma

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Make Our Quilts!

Hello everyone, My name is Brina Jannenga and I am the CEO of an ecommerce store called The Younique Boutique. Please s...

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posted by brina

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How to thread Huskylock

Help I have just inherited a Huskylock 234D and I can not figure out how to thread it. I think my problem is in the lowe...

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posted by arlonneman1

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Need to hand sew a zipper onto heavy canvas

Hi, My car has a canvas top and the the zipper for the rear window completely ripped out. I would like to sew it back o...

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posted by pcalvert

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