Embellishments
Embellishing is a fun and unique way to add personality to your sewing projects. Learn fun and creative ideas for sewing embellishments and discover new ways to add some pizazz to your projects in these videos.
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19:27Adding a Scoop Pocket
Pockets are the perfect addition to any garment, especially something like a pair of pants. Nicki LaFoille shows you step by step how to make and add a scoop pocket to a pair of pants. Scoop Pocket – Pattern Pieces and Assembly Nicki begins by explaining what a scoop pocket is and where it is…
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7:11Tips for Sewing Darts into Lightweight Fabric
Darts can be added to many garments as a way to add shaping. For example, many shirt and dress bodice patterns use a dart on either side of the front to shape the garment into the waistline. Sewing darts doesn’t have to be tricky – Ashley Hough shares several tips on how to achieve professional…
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14:23Applying Bias Tape to Edges and Mitering Corners
Bias tape is a great way to finish the edges of a project, whether you are making something as large as a quilt or as small as a placemat. Learn different techniques for applying bias tape, including different methods for single and double fold tape- Ashley Hough shows you how. Tips to Applying Bias Tape…
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12:30How to Sew Piping
Adding piping into a garment or home decor project can give a more decorative, professional finish. Ashley Hough shows you how to sew piping along straight edges, curved edges, corners as well as shows how to join the ends of piping. Piping Before she shows how to sew piping, Ashley explains some of the different…
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4:16Creating Labels from Dutch Label Shop
Whether you are making items to sell online or at a local shop or show, or you are hand making gifts for family and friends- adding a label is a great personal touch. Multiple Label Types Labels are a great way to personalize your projects and promote you and/or your business at the same time.…
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26:08How to Sew Ric Rac Flower Embellishments
Ric Rac doesn’t have to be used only as a trim or sewn on in a straight line, rather it can be folded, twisted and wound into beautiful little flowers. Learn how to make a ric rac flower several different ways to use as an embellishment on your next project- Ashley Hough shows you how.…
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21:29Upcycle T-Shirt Project: Sew a Beaded Neckline
There are many ways to dress up a simple t-shirt. Ashley Hough shares a fun way to upcycle a t-shirt by adding a simple beaded neckline. Upcycle T-Shirt Supplies For this method of upcycling a t-shirt you will need a t-shirt, preferably one with a banded neckline, beads and a hand sewing needle. Ashley explains…
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17:38T-Shirt Upcycle: Adding Lace to a Shirt
Lace isn’t only used on fancy dresses or home decor projects—it can be added to a basic t-shirt with side seams as an easy way to dress it up! Learn how to create a lacy tee in this video with Ashley Hough. Supplies and Preparation To do this fun upcycle of adding lace to a…
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5:09Tips for Making Covered Buttons
Making covered buttons is a fun, easy way to give your next project that thoughtful, professional touch. In this video, ZJ Humbach demonstrates how to make perfect covered buttons every time. Preparation When making covered buttons, you will need to get a covered button kit, which can be found at nearly any fabric or craft…
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