More Tips for Sewing Knits

by erika on June 22, 2010

Knits do tend to be one of those fabrics that can make us a little nervous. A previous posting gave some tips on how to work with knit fabrics, but there's always more to know!

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How to Sew on a Button by Machine

by erika on May 28, 2010

Sewing on buttons. The final step in many garments. The point where you might be thinking, "Hand-sewing?! I just want to be done!" Can sewing on buttons be made faster? Of course... do it by machine! Here are the steps to "Git 'er done".

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How to Sew with Knits

by erika on May 18, 2010

It has come to my attention that many people think knits are one of the most difficult fabrics to work with, and so they steer away from them. Please, don't let this be you! There are so many great reasons to work on knits. While t-shirts and leggings may be cheap, they aren't always, and store-bought quality is often questionable.

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How to Sew with Waterproof Fabric

by erika on May 11, 2010

As gardening season approaches, you may be thinking about sewing for your outdoor living space. Most projects will ask for waterproof fabric, which has its own special requirements.

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