Are you overwhelmed by your growing scrap collection and don't know what to do with it? Did you know you can make a whole new piece of fabric using your scraps? So you’ve got your fabric scraps; now what? Think of them as puzzle pieces just waiting to be put together. Imagine the satisfaction of ...
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Reverse applique is a simple sewing technique that has you sew two layers of fabric together and then carefully cut out the top layer so that the bottom layer shows through. Reverse applique can be done with either woven or knit fabric; for the purpose of this tutorial, the focus will be on knit fabric ...
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If you’re just starting out with sewing, you may find yourself easily overwhelmed with the selection of sewing tools, notions and materials at your disposal. That’s why our editors at We Like Sewing are here to break down your sewing essentials, one article at a time. Today, we’re talking all about interfacing, a sewing material ...
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There is one thing upon which all seasoned quilters will agree - your first trip to the quilt fabric store is a bit scary! I remember mine very well indeed (it was a while ago…). I was new to the art of quilt making and I had ten Australian dollars. I wondered what I could ...
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Coffee and tea both make eco-friendly fabric dyes that smell wonderful and are also affordable. The beautiful beige, light brown and orange shades that can be achieved are perfect for reviving a plain white garment! They are also useful for distressing and aging fabric for a costume. This article will demonstrate these natural dyes on ...
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