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The craft of connecting two things using a needle and thread. This tag can cover all methods from hand-sewing to machine sewing. Questions specifically about specialty "sewing" crafts like embroidery or cross stitch should use those tags instead.
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Sewing pattern confusion
In short, you get the lining out of the way as much as possible. Fold it up as far as it will go without causing the outer layer to wrinkle too much.
The instruction is to sew both skirt layers (oute …
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How do I keep ribbon ends from fraying?
In most cases satin ribbons are made from polyester or similar "plastic" fibers.
This means you can use heat to melt the fibers together: quickly run the flame of a lighter along the fraying edge. My …
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Are all ruffles gathered, or are there different types of non-gathered ruffles?
That might depend a bit on your definition, but generally I’d say no:
For sewing there are a few common ways to make ruffles:
The probably first method would be to make a basting stich, pull on the thread …
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How can I hand-sew an "invisible" hem?
For a single fold, the hem stich (German term "Hexenstich", will research the English term) that stitches against the general sewing direction works best, especially for a fast fix. …
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Fraying hems on trousers
An ounce of prevention…
Use the same principle as on dress pants made of finer wool: A thin band made of a sturdier material (e.g. polyester) sewn to the inside of the hem, protruding ever so slightly …
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How do you accurately mark fabric without a pattern?
There is always the option of making a pattern - i.e. an appropriately sized piece of paper. Then you can use it as you are accustomed to.
For rectangular patterns, remember that when you fold an edge …
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