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Who taught you to sew? 67 Replies
Yourself? Mom? Instructor? Who was it?
Tagged: teach, learn, taught, instructor
Started by Susan. Last reply by Patricia McClain Osborne Aug 12.
Need Help with the Lining of a Blouse 2 Replies
Hi, I bought some Vera Wang silk from Fabric.com, that I am now making into a sleeveless blouse with front pleats and tucks, Butterick B5354. The material is much more sheer than I remember and I w…
Started by Karen Orsua. Last reply by Karen Orsua Jul 31.
Alternative to Serging- Any Ideas!? 7 Replies
I'm starting up a small line of clothing to sell along with my jewelry. I know I'll be working with jersey fabric, mainly a rayon and spandex blend. I'm trying to figure out ways to finish my seams.…
Tagged: finishing, alternative, seams, hems, sewing
Started by Beatrice Bachleda. Last reply by Vee Jul 15.
Tips for Sewing Linen? 2 Replies
This is my first time sewing with linen. It seems to FRAGILE?! Anyone have any advice... tips...
Tagged: sewing, fragile, tips, linen
Started by Susan. Last reply by HeyJudee May 31.
"Hard to handle slippery fabric" 9 Replies
Question Sent in by: nancy rinas "Having not used anything other than pins and basting I would like to know if theres any spray or temporary stuff to use when sewing with slippery fabric. Thanks a s…
Tagged: fabric, notion, baste, slippery, tape
Started by Susan. Last reply by nancy rinas Apr 29.
Suggestions for pattern layout? 4 Replies
I am ready to cut out Simplicity 2901 but the layout shows nap only. This is a simple sleeveless a-line dress with recommended fabric of cotton etc. Has any one used this pattern? The question tha…
Started by Karen Orsua. Last reply by Cheryl Keith Apr 28.
Pattern size? 2 Replies
I dont know if I am in the right place to post this question...I wonder if anyone else has tried theSimplicity pattern number-9518......I am not exactly skinny but find the pattern to be large fittin…
Tagged: fitting, 9518, Simplicity, pattern
Started by nancy rinas. Last reply by Cheryl Keith Apr 28.
Covered Buttons 4 Replies
I am hoping someone can help me. Does anybody know an easy way to make Covered Buttons? My current project is a duvet for my guest room. The top is made from 12in. by12in. squares, two different fabr…
Tagged: buttons, sewing, button, covered
Started by Terri Allred. Last reply by Shirley Clark Apr 9.
darts 5 Replies
Still trying to finish the sweatshirts and I'm back with another question. All I have left to do is to hem the bottoms and I'm finished except my husband decided that the sweatshirt is too loose aro…
Started by Lisa Bordenave. Last reply by Lisa Bordenave Mar 28.
Continuous Bias Binding? 2 Replies
Sent in by: Dottie Semich "I saw somewhere that you can make continuous bias binding with no seams....It as all in the way fabric was folded and marked to cut....Can you help me out...???"
Started by Susan. Last reply by Wren Mar 27.
Ribbing? 3 Replies
I'm wanting to make an outfit that's pretty much out of T-shirt material. (Not converting a Tshirt, but it's the same type of material I'm getting by the yard.) The shirt I want to make is long-sle…
Started by Shelly. Last reply by Shelly Mar 22.
how to download embroidery patterns? 1 Reply
Sent in by vickki "I would like to learn how to download embroidery patterns from a web site,could you tell me where I could find this information Thanks in advance Vickki"
Tagged: patterns, embroidery, download
Started by Susan. Last reply by sondra peterson Mar 22.
zipper length 3 Replies
Hi SWN friends! I have a question. So, I've been trying to make two sweatshirts for my husband. Have pattern #F872 from the green pepper, which calls for a 26" separating zipper. Got the patter…
Tagged: zippers
Started by Lisa Bordenave. Last reply by Lisa Bordenave Feb 12.
Sewing/Pattern Software - Mac OS X love please! 2 Replies
Hello everyone! I had a question for you. Over the last few weeks, I've had a program called "Wild Ginger/Wild Things" recommended to me by several different seamstresses. I went to the site to ch…
Started by Shelly. Last reply by Shelly Feb 2.
5 things you can't sew without 41 Replies
Just wondering if our lists would differ greatly... Post 5 things you CAN'T sew without! Here's mine: Cutting mat Rotary Cutter SewGrip Gloves Flat Flower Pins Ironing Board Caddy (here is the…
Tagged: cutter, rotary, mat, flathead, pins
Started by Susan. Last reply by Joyce Carter Feb 1.
CURTAIN RINGS 4 Replies
I am looking for some cute ideas on making curtain rings that I will use to attach my lightweight draperies to a 1" PVC pipe bed frame...I need them to slide easily. Looked at the store-bought ones…
Tagged: rings?, curtain, crafted, home
Started by Venus Spalding. Last reply by Venus Spalding Jan 21.
Pattern for orphan in 'Annie'? 5 Replies
My eight year old daughter is going to be an orphan in her school presentation of "Annie". Rather than a dress, she wants to wear overalls. Does anyone know of a pattern for some really easy baggy ov…
Started by Lauri Smith. Last reply by HeyJudee Jan 18.
Make A "Snugglet" - Free Pattern Download 8 Replies
The "Snuggie", it could be yours for $19.95 (plus $7.95 shipping and handling), or you could make your own, customize it and spend considerably less. The demand for a blanket with arms will undoubte…
Tagged: polar, fleece, polar_fleece, pattern, free_pattern
Started by Susan. Last reply by Daphne Watson Dec. 10, 2009.
Scented Hanger Covers With Storage Pouch - Free Pattern Download 2 Replies
Freshen your closet with scents of lavender and roses by hanging your clothing on these simple-to-sew hanger covers. The handy pocket under the flap holds a sachet pouch or use it to hide your “mad”…
Tagged: pouch, pocket, sachet, gift, hanger
Started by Susan. Last reply by Jodie Hickman Oct. 31, 2009.
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Comment by Debra DeMills-Smith 2 hours ago - Can anyone tell me exactly where you start sewing the unlapped side of the zipper in a lapped applicaiton? Is it just above the zipper stop, beside it or below it? I seem to have a little jog at the botton of the zipper no matter what I do.
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Comment by Mary on July 22, 2010 at 12:29am - Does anyone know of a wholesaler for the gaint or mega rick rack?
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Comment by Stormee Bryant on July 21, 2010 at 10:08pm -
I just want to share this little tidbit. I was gifted 6 little desert bowls, I think it is carnival glass. They are really beautiful. What to do with them? Well I use them for pins. I have one at each machine, ironing board and cutting table. They really come in handy because I always have pins right there. I just can't sew with a pin cushion on my wrist. Small plastic bowls work well also.
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Comment by Claudette Grant on July 21, 2010 at 2:49pm
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Hi Elaine:
The way to do this is being very careful. Stitch from one side down to the 'v' then do one stitch at the very point and then the other side. It should be a cinch. Good luck.
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Comment by elaine roth on July 21, 2010 at 10:47am - Does anyone advice on sewing a V-Neck? No matter what I have done, the "V" is pointing to one side or another...pretty sad looking
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Comment by Laurie C. Fowler on May 30, 2010 at 7:50pm -
To Kay who wrote in April about an adult slipper pattern.
I have been looking for a slipper pattern for a long time and have tried to make my own pattern (with little success). I finally found a pattern that I like. It is KWIK SEW #3627 I haven't made them yet as the temperature here in the desert is about 90degrees right now, but they look like something I will love during the winter. I hope this helps. Laurie
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Comment by Kirsten on May 30, 2010 at 11:13am - Where should i newbie start? I have already made to very simple cushion cover, which are not to bad. Is it better to get the cotton and fabric as you need it? If not what should I have to start?
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Comment by Sherri on April 20, 2010 at 3:18am - Does anyone know where I can find a pattern for the "convertible dress"?
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Comment by Janet Pierce on April 19, 2010 at 1:12pm - Kay, go to Burdastyle.com and go to patterns. Alot of them are free, and they have the perfect adult size slipper. I have made several pairs for gifts.
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Comment by Susan on April 19, 2010 at 11:49am - Kay, try this project for slippers. or try the Wash Cloth Slippers Pattern...
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