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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Experienced sewists know just how important it is to keep your sewing machine clean and in tip-top shape, but new sewists and quilters may not realize the necessity of servicing your sewing machine until an expensive issue arises. If you’ve ever found your machine struggling due to a buildup of dust and other residue, you’re ...
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A FBA (full bust adjustment) allows you to adjust your sewing pattern so it fits over your bust. This adjustment is for the fuller busted woman. This is usually a C cup and above.
A FBA (full bust adjustment) is done on the front pattern piece only to create additional width and length over the bust ...
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Sewists are familiar with how important the composition of fabrics is to the sewing process and overall garment construction, as different fabric weights and stretch (or lack thereof) can drastically affect a finished garment. If you’ve been dreaming of sewing your own pair of perfectly fitted jeans but feel lost when you enter the denim ...
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