With a little over a month until Christmas, you still have some time to make some of these quick and easy Christmas potholders. Use them yourself or give as hostess gifts or stocking stuffers. Each of the potholders in this project takes flannel fabric and quilt batting, plus […]
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How To Make A Reversable Collar Tutorial
If you’re the kind of person that likes to change that basic dress or blouse (or sweater) into a variety of styles just by adding a faux collar or bow collar, this tutorial is for you! This collar tutorial will be a “custom” collar that uses your basic blouse or dress pattern as the basis […]
Working With Garment Sleeves
Today’s garments are designed with a wide variety of sleeves, which differ greatly in look and in the method of construction. A garment, for example, may have armholes that are merely finished, producing a sleeveless look, or it may have sleeves, either set-in or raglan, that are separately made and attached to the garment, […]
Working With Waistbands And Facings
There are several ways to finish the waistline of skirts and slacks. The straight waistband is the most familiar and the most popular, but a stretch waistband or a simple facing may be used. The pattern will specify a waistline treatment, but a different finish can often be substituted if desired. Straight waistbands […]
Need New Toys For Your Customer Waiting Area?
Actually, this post could be “Need new toys for your grandchildren when they come to visit?” or “Need a new product to sell at the next craft fair?”, but sometimes it seems like the toy corner of a customer waiting area gets pretty skimpy! Not many toys, and the ones you have available are over […]
How To Join A Bodice To A Gathered Skirt
Today we’re going to go over what I think is the easiest and quickest method of joining a bodice to a gathered skirt. To prepare the skirt for gathering, first machine baste on the right side along the seamline (A). Baste between the “sections” so that the basting lines start and stop about 5/8” […]