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Tips and Pointers for a Perfect Hand Sewing Thread Knot
How to knot a hand sewing thread is not a mystery. These instructions will have you forming a perfect thread knot for your hand sewing tasks.
How to sew a bolero jacket EASY? FREE PATTERN DOWNLOAD. - Debbie Colgrove, Licensed to About.com
Free Patterns to Sew Boleros and Shrugs
Free shrug patterns are a great way to create a shrug or bolero for any and every occasion. Follow the best free patterns for shrugs on the Internet.
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Turn a Hand Towel into a Baby Bib with These Easy Sewing Instructions
Sew a baby bib from a hand towel or finger towel for a perfect baby bib. These free directions will sew up perfect baby bibs and baby gifts!
Thread Guides on a New Sewing Machine - Debbie Colgrove, Licensed toAbout.com
Sewing Machine Threading Tip for Sucess!
How to thread a sewing machine is a common question. The steps are simple. A common problem that you may not realize effects the outcome can be found here.
Fabric Selvedges with Red Arrows to Indicate the Location of the Selvedges - Debbie Colgrove, Licensed to About.com
Do You Know About the Fabric Selvedge?
Fabric selvedge is not a salvage like a junk yard. The definition of selvedge as a sewing term is explained here.
Fabric Nap - Valour Fabric in Two Directions - Debbie Colgrove, Licensed to About.com
What Difference Does it Make When a Fabric Has Nap?
What is fabric nap? Fabric nap can make a huge difference in how much fabric you should buy for a project. Learn about fabric nap to prevent mistakes.
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Thinking About an Embroidery Sewing Machine? Read This First
Embroidery sewing machines add beautiful additions and embroidery accents to any sewing or fabric. Learn the basics of embroidery sewing machines.
How to Sew a French Seam - Debbie Colgrove, Licensed to About.com
3 Simple Steps to Sewing a French Seam
A French seam is a seam which encloses the seam allowance so that now raw seam edge is visible. Find step by step directions and when to use a French seam.
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Know When to Use a Zigzag Seam Finish!
A zigzag seam finish is the most commonly available seam finish for home sewing. Learn how to sew a zigzag seam finish with this tutorial.
Learn about applique that used a turned under edge technique. - Debbie Colgrove, Licensed to About.com
Applique Library of Techniques and Free Patterns
Learn how to sew appliques, applique techniques and find free applique patterns in this list. Appliques can change plain to fancy or make a statement.
Free Directions to Sew a Stuffed Animal Hammock - Debbie Colgrove, Licensed to About.com
Sew a Stuffed Animal Storage Solution!
Use this free pattern to sew a stuffed animal hammock. You'll corral the childhood friends and find the bedroom floor! A simple to sew, usable project.
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Sew a Simple Tote Bag with This Free Pattern
Sewing a tote bag is a simple project. No one ever has enough totebags. Make a tote bag as a gift, for grocery shopping or to keep in your luggage. The free step by step directions offer various sizes for your finished bag and make this a simple to sew project that anyone can sew!
Finished Flat Felled Seam - Debbie Colgrove, Licensed to About.com
Sew Fantastic Flat Felled Seams at Home
A flat felled seam is most commonly seen on jeans. It provides a very strong seam that will not fray. Find directions for how to sew a flat felled seam here.
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Always Have a Hand Towel Where You Need One! Free Pattern!
Find how to sew a hanging hand towel so you can always find a hand towel! This free pattern to sew a hanging hand towel will guide you through the process.
Stethoscope Being Put in to a Finished Cover - Debbie Colgrove, Licensed to About.com
Sew a Colorful, Fun Stethoscope Cover
Sew a stethoscope cover to add color and distraction for children. Instructions and a free pattern to sew a stethoscope cover can be found here.
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