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[...] you can "test drive" the machine. They'll likely be very accommodating.  What sewing machine should I buy? This is a question I get fairly frequently, and one that I really don't feel [...]

[...] if you can "test drive" the machine. They'll likely be very accommodating. What sewing machine should I buy? This is a question I get fairly frequently, and one that I really don't feel [...]

[...] * A serger is helpful but not absolutely necessary for this project. If you're working on a sewing machine, try finishing the edge with a zig-zag or straight stitch.  If your sewing machine gives [...]

[...] * A serger is helpful but not absolutely necessary for this project. If you're working on a sewing machine, try finishing the edge with a zig-zag or straight stitch. If your sewing machine gives you [...]

[...] this case.  Using a too big zipper means that the zipper tab won't get in the way of your presser foot, making it much easier to sew with. In the following tutorial I've used a too big (14") [...]

[...] in this case. Using a too big zipper means that the zipper tab won't get in the way of your presser foot, making it much easier to sew with. In the following tutorial I've used a too big (14") [...]

[...] machine. You simply serge a 3 inch chain past the end of the fabric, lift the needle and presser foot, and reposition your fabric to serger another straight line. The ends of the chain get secured [...]

[...] a sewing machine, either by hand sewing or by using a product like steam-a-seam to bind the fabric together. Materials: Placemat(s) Pillows to reuse or store bought fiber filling Seam Ripper (scissors [...]

[...] on active wear, but it also adds a great decorative element. With the wrong sides of the fabric together, you get the serging stitch in the right side of the fabric. But if you serge with right [...]

[...] basically for finishing the raw edges of your fabric. You can also use it sew two pieces of fabric together. It's entirely possible to complete a project with just a serger, like I did here, but for [...]

[...] basically for finishing the raw edges of your fabric. You can also use it sew two pieces of fabric together. It's entirely possible to complete a project with just a serger, like I did here, but for [...]

[...] that number in half and add 2. This is going to be too big, that's okay we want a little extra material to work with during construction. i.e. if your hips are 36": 36 / 2 + 2 = 20 inches.& [...]

[...] top, pulling the ruffle taut as you go.  Serge or sew in place.  Cut off any extra material at the hem and collar.  Finis the edges of the ruffle with your serger.  And [...]

[...] that number in half and add 2. This is going to be too big, that's okay we want a little extra material to work with during construction. i.e. if your hips are 36": 36 / 2 + 2 = 20 inches. [...]

[...] material of the top, pulling the ruffle taut as you go. Serge or sew in place. Cut off any extra material at the hem and collar. Finis the edges of the ruffle with your serger. And you're done! Polka [...]

[...] stitch everywhere shown in the picture below. Finish the edges with a serger or a zig-zag stitch. Turn the garment right side out and shape the pockets with an iron.  I love how [...]

[...] . Pin in place. The loop should be just a tad smaller than the tank. Sew with a stretch or zig-zag stitch, pulling the elastic lightly as you go.  You want the (two) panels of your skirt to be [...]

[...] stitch everywhere shown in the picture below. Finish the edges with a serger or a zig-zag stitch. Turn the garment right side out and shape the pockets with an iron. I love how it adds [...]

[...] . Pin in place. The loop should be just a tad smaller than the tank. Sew with a stretch or zig-zag stitch, pulling the elastic lightly as you go. You want the (two) panels of your skirt to be 12" [...]

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[...] that because I figure maybe my readers will enjoy it as well. Getting Traffic to Your Blog Okay so now that you've spent all this time getting your blog to look and feel the way you want, [...]

[...] that because I figure maybe my readers will enjoy it as well. Getting Traffic to Your Blog Okay so now that you've spent all this time getting your blog to look and feel the way you want, [...]

[...] a 1/4 " inseam. Now you should have something like this: Top stitching helps to keep the lining fabric from getting caught up in the zipper.  It's very important that you unzip the zipper a [...]

[...] a 1/4 " inseam. Now you should have something like this: Top stitching helps to keep the lining fabric from getting caught up in the zipper. It's very important that you unzip the zipper a little [...]