Although one of the smallest and least expensive sewing tools, sewing pins can be very important for our sewing projects. ZJ Humbach shows the three types of sewing pins she uses the most, and explains what each can be used for. Watch these helpful tips for choosing sewing pins, and get the best tools for your next sewing project.
Beth Bradley teaches you about the various types of woven and nonwoven interfacing that can be fusible or non-fusible, and shows how to make the point of interfacing invisible. She also demonstrates how to cut the grain of the interfacing to match the fabric.
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Ellen March teaches you how to make a beautiful flower-shaped bath mat using heavy fabrics. You will need three fabrics – gripper (preferably by the yard), terry cloth for the outer fabric and an interlining microfiber soaker fabric. Ellen also discusses ways to save time and money by using items you have around your house.
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Stephanie Ohnmacht demonstrates helpful tips on how to properly install your center zipper. See how beneficial tape can be when installing a center zipper. Learn a few of her tricks to assist you in creating a strong center zipper. Related Article: 6 Tricks for Sewing Zippers
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Stephanie Ohnmacht shows you how to sew corners when sewing your fabrics. From these step by step instructions, learn how to trim, turn, eliminate the bulk in the fabric, and create a strong corner that is structured! Use these simple tricks to ensure quality pieces. Once you’ve mastered this technique, learn how to sew box…
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I love the butterfly pins. They’re great when I’m sewing with several other sewers on projects. Finding my pins at the end is easy and everyone comments how cute they are!
ZJ, I wish you could share with us the name of that website you alluded to! I’m sure a number of us would love to know.
Hi Olivia. I hope you found the video to be both informative and helpful. I use Brewer as one of my supplies for my professional quilting business and have an account with them. To be honest, I am not sure what their policy is for selling to individuals. It may be worth looking into.
Thanks
ZJ-NSC
Ticket 21625 Do you recommend ballpoint pins for knits?
Dear Vera-lee,
Thank you for your patience. In response to your question-
Yes, I absolutely recommend ballpoint pins for knits.
Cheers,
Ashley
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Is there anything that can be done to sharpen pins that have become dull?
Hello Miriam!
-Try a Soap Bar.
-Use emery strawberry.
-Use steel-wool pincushion.
-Use an emery board.
-Use any ordinary oil.
Thanks!