Nicole LaFoille presents new and helpful stitching techniques for working with tricky fabrics. These techniques open up many unique possibilities for you. See what needles work best when stitching specialty fabrics as well as the most efficient way to cut your fabric. Learn how to do different styles of stitching—for example, zig-zag stitching. Find out what tips will help you create your most successful pieces.
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How to Make a Reversible Tote Bag
Because finding an attractive reusable bag can be difficult, Nicole LaFoille teaches you how to make your own reversible and reusable 12 x 12 tote bag. She uses quilting cotton because it is strong enough for both exteriors and needs to be interfaced. So pick out two patterns you like and add cool zippered pockets…
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Adding Texture with Pintucks
Stephanie Ohnmacht helps you jazz up and create a customized look for your garments or home decorating accessories with pintucks. Start by laying them out and deciding where you are going to use them. You have to do a little bit of math to make the template, but after that it is smooth sailing.
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Lace Applique Techniques
Beth Bradley teaches you how to add elegant embellishments to garments or accessories with different lace applications. You’ll learn the hand-sewing technique for finer and less washed clothing, the fusing technique that is even less durable than stitching, and machine-stitching. Beth also teaches you how to attach lace trim to your garments.
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How to Make Bias Tape for Baby Bibs
Aurora Sisneros explains why baby bibs make great gifts for baby showers. You’ll learn how to make a reversible bib with laminated fabric and bias tape to border the bib. Aurora also teaches you how to make bias tape out of any fabric and discusses why you need to use the bias (or diagonal). Related…
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