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Basic Sewing Techniques - Waistbands
  39 Records, Last updated on 10/5/09 5:24 AM
(sample) External Link How long should my elastic be?
Sizing guideline for sewing elastic
10/5/09
Creative Sewing
  24 Records, Last updated on 9/19/09 2:51 AM
(sample) External Link Simple Machine Smocking
Use your sewing machine to easily imitate the look of hand smocking. Second page is missing but the content on the first and third pages are quite useful.
9/19/09
Notions - what do I need? Where do I get it?
  6 Records, Last updated on 9/15/09 8:40 PM
(sample) External Link Machine Needle Selection
Organ Needle's helpful list of needle size vs fabric weight.
9/15/09
Couture Techniques
  5 Records, Last updated on 9/5/09 6:43 PM
(sample) External Link Haute couture
Know what it means and where it came from
9/5/09
Closures - Buttons & Buttonholes
  27 Records, Last updated on 9/5/09 6:35 PM
(sample) External Link Free Step by Step Directions to Sew Bound Buttonholes 9/5/09
Fitting - Skirts
  12 Records, Last updated on 9/5/09 6:29 PM
(sample) External Link Complete Step by Step Directions to Change Jeans in to a Jeans Skirt 9/5/09
Sewing for Children
  19 Records, Last updated on 9/5/09 6:11 PM
(sample) External Link Free Pattern and Directions to Sew a Tooth Fairy Pillow
Here's a project that you can make and just may be handed down to your grandchildren
9/5/09
Thread - Troubleshooting
  8 Records, Last updated on 9/5/09 5:49 PM
(sample) External Link Sewing Machine Troubleshooting: Solving Sewing Machine Problems
Skipped Stitches, Knotting or Breaking Thread, Helping Hands, Tension Adjustments, Regular Maintenance
9/5/09
Patterns - Tracing and Preparing
  41 Records, Last updated on 9/5/09 5:42 PM
(sample) External Link Lay-Out, Cutting & Marking
Fabric Lay-outFabric CuttingMarking Pieces
9/5/09
Patterns - Cutting and Marking
  13 Records, Last updated on 9/5/09 5:35 PM
(sample) External Link Lay-Out, Cutting & Marking
Fabric Lay-outFabric CuttingMarking Pieces
9/5/09
Fabric - what is it? Will it work for my purpose?
  26 Records, Last updated on 9/5/09 5:32 PM
(sample) External Link Fabric, Thread & Needle Chart 9/5/09
Sewing Lingerie
  7 Records, Last updated on 9/5/09 5:18 PM
(sample) External Link Sewing Lingerie that Fits: Fitting and Creating Patterns
Excerpt from Sewing Lingerie that Fits - book by Karen Morris
9/5/09
Patterns - choosing size
  15 Records, Last updated on 9/5/09 5:36 AM
(sample) External Link Using a pattern twice and achieving the same fit!
Tips on choosing the right fabric
9/5/09
Patterns - Altering
  18 Records, Last updated on 9/5/09 5:32 AM
(sample) External Link Pattern Alteration (PDF)
PDF file from New Mexico State University on common fitting issues
9/5/09
Sewing with Knits
  13 Records, Last updated on 9/5/09 5:29 AM
(sample) External Link Not your ordinary t-shirt
From the pages of Threads magazine, an article by Marcy Tilton
9/5/09
Basic Sewing Techniques - Hems
  16 Records, Last updated on 9/5/09 5:28 AM
(sample) External Link Stay Stitching
Definition & Examples
9/5/09
Sewing Machine & Serger - Speciality Feet
  11 Records, Last updated on 9/5/09 5:24 AM
(sample) External Link How to use a Rolled Hem/Narrow Hem foot
From SewNews on About.com
9/5/09
Basic Sewing Techniques
  12 Records, Last updated on 9/5/09 5:22 AM
(sample) External Link 20 ways to improve your sewing
Use these sewing principles to streamline your work and greatly enhance its quality - An online article by Barbara Emodi (Threads online)
9/5/09
Fitting - Back
  9 Records, Last updated on 9/5/09 5:19 AM
(sample) External Link Problem Areas: The Back
Altering for Broad & Narrow Back from the pages of Threads Magazine - by Sandra Betzina
9/5/09
Patterns - where can I get them?
  6 Records, Last updated on 9/5/09 5:16 AM
(sample) External Link Western and English Riding Apparel Patterns 9/5/09
Sewing Machines & Sergers - Features
  26 Records, Last updated on 9/5/09 5:10 AM
(sample) External Link Shopping for a Serger
From the pages of Threads Magazine Online. Includes a serger buying checklist.
9/5/09
Beginners corner
  27 Records, Last updated on 9/5/09 5:00 AM
(sample) External Link Sewers Drivers Ed
Download a PDF file of A Threads article on sewing mechanics, on-line courtesy of Illinois School Distric U46
9/5/09
Basic Sewing Techniques - Seams
  11 Records, Last updated on 9/5/09 4:49 AM
(sample) External Link How to Sew a French Seam
Step by step directions to sew a French seam
9/5/09
Advanced Sewing Techniques - Tailoring
  15 Records, Last updated on 9/5/09 4:35 AM
(sample) External Link Armani Jackets: The Inside Story
Threads Magazine gives tips taken from an Armani jacket. Includes information on sleeve heads.
9/5/09
Closures - Zippers
  30 Records, Last updated on 9/5/09 4:26 AM
(sample) External Link Zippers & Buttonholes
Buttonholes & Zipper installations
9/5/09
Fitting - Pants
  24 Records, Last updated on 9/5/09 4:13 AM
(sample) External Link Making Perfect Pants
tips from New Mexico State University
9/5/09
Lining, Interfacing & Stabilizers
  40 Records, Last updated on 9/5/09 4:08 AM
(sample) External Link Before You Choose Interfacing, Know the Basics
Does it really matter what kind of interfacing you use, fusible or sew-in?
9/5/09
Closures - Snaps
  10 Records, Last updated on 9/5/09 4:00 AM
(sample) External Link Fasteners Made Easy (PDF)
PDF file from New Mexico State University. Several Types Of Snaps.
9/5/09
Facings and Bindings
  29 Records, Last updated on 9/5/09 3:56 AM
(sample) External Link Facings Made Easy (PDF)
PDF file from New Mexico State University. Shaped Facings, Extended Facings, and Bias Facings
9/5/09
Sewing Machines & Sergers - How and where to shop
  14 Records, Last updated on 9/5/09 3:53 AM
(sample) External Link Before You Shop for a Sewing Machine Learn about Sewing Machines
What Kind should I buy? Where should I buy it? Questions you should ask the dealer. What options do I want on the machine?
9/5/09
Sewing Machines & Sergers - Maintenance & Troubleshooting
  16 Records, Last updated on 9/5/09 3:45 AM
(sample) External Link Salvaging Sewing Machines and Similar Equipment
How to salvage sewing machines & sergers after a flood
9/5/09
Stitching on Sewing Machines
  3 Records, Last updated on 9/5/09 3:35 AM
(sample) External Link Free Motion Embroidery (PDF)
PDF file from New Mexico State University. You don't need a special machine to make basic designs.
9/5/09
Sewing for the home
  27 Records, Last updated on 9/5/09 3:21 AM
(sample) External Link Introducing Decorator Fabrics
Includes a yardage estimator. Threads online by Laurel Sprigg
9/5/09
Sewing spaces
  10 Records, Last updated on 9/4/09 6:08 AM
(sample) External Link Get Sew Organized
By Cynthia Townley Ewer
9/4/09
Organizing (fabrics patterns notions etc.)
  7 Records, Last updated on 9/4/09 6:03 AM
(sample) External Link Tips:Organizing Patterns 9/4/09
Advanced Sewing Techniques - Bias sewing
  26 Records, Last updated on 9/4/09 5:42 AM
(sample) External Link What is 'Bias'?
History of bias, fear and how to make bias work for you
9/4/09
Fitting - How do I make or copy this?
  9 Records, Last updated on 9/4/09 5:38 AM
(sample) External Link Basic Pattern Drafting
What and Where to Measure -To Start -
9/4/09
Fitting - Other (e.g. leotards accessories)
  8 Records, Last updated on 9/4/09 5:35 AM
(sample) External Link Fit Clothes Correctly To Your Body Type
Right From Sandra Bettina’s Desk
9/4/09
Notions - DressForms
  15 Records, Last updated on 9/4/09 5:10 AM
(sample) External Link My Twin Dressforms and Pantsforms
Kit to make your own surgical plaster dressforms and pantsforms; mentioned in the Threads magazine article
9/4/09
Sewing Costumes
  7 Records, Last updated on 9/4/09 4:29 AM
(sample) External Link Sewing Spiffy Clown Tips 9/4/09
Fabric - where can I get it?
  12 Records, Last updated on 9/4/09 3:15 AM
(sample) External Link Sources: or, where to get outdoors fabrics, patterns and notions... 9/4/09
Sewing with Leather
  9 Records, Last updated on 9/4/09 2:42 AM
(sample) External Link Complete tutorial on sewing with leather
Sewing Supplies, Pattern Pointers, Choosing a skin, Cutting and marking, Details, Finishing touches, Caring for leather
9/4/09
Fitting - Shoulders/Neckline
  15 Records, Last updated on 9/4/09 0:01 AM
(sample) External Link Sleeve Alteration Tips
Adjustments for larger and smaller Arms
9/4/09
Notions - Irons
  9 Records, Last updated on 9/2/09 8:49 PM
(sample) External Link Some Pressing Tips (PDF)
PDF file from New Mexico State University by Susan Wright
9/2/09
Sewing for Men
  6 Records, Last updated on 9/2/09 2:22 PM
(sample) External Link Patterns for Men's and Boys' Underwear
Patterns available for classic boxers, low-rise shorts, bikinis, thongs, children's boxers and baby briefs.
9/2/09
Fitting - Bust
  15 Records, Last updated on 9/2/09 0:01 AM
(sample) External Link Full Bust Enlargements
By Kathleen Cheetham, Alterations Plus & Petite Plus Patterns http://www.petitepluspatterns.com
9/2/09
Sewing with Sergers
  12 Records, Last updated on 9/1/09 11:44 PM
(sample) External Link Sewing Techniques with an Overlock Machine (PDF)
PDF file from New Mexico State University on Special Tips for Overlock Sewing
9/1/09
Fitting - Drafting from scratch
  18 Records, Last updated on 9/1/09 11:33 PM
(sample) External Link Drafting A Basic Bodice Pattern
by Baroness Briana Etain MacKorkhill
9/1/09
Patterns - Features by company
  8 Records, Last updated on 2/12/08 7:46 AM
(sample) Message Board Dutch sewing terms translated
huge list for KnipMode, etc (discussion with link)
2/12/08
Frequently Asked Questions on PR
  49 Records, Last updated on 10/31/07 2:46 PM
(sample)   I am new to the site. How do I find my way around here? 10/31/07
Thread - Serger Thread
  10 Records, Last updated on 9/29/06 4:53 PM
(sample) External Link Thread - brands and types
from SewingWithTom.com
9/29/06
Basic Sewing Techniques - Sleeves
  11 Records, Last updated on 9/15/06 8:06 AM
(sample) Newsletter Article Bell Sleeves
Pattern Recreation-by Dale Chun
9/15/06
Fitting - Upper body
  5 Records, Last updated on 9/14/06 10:13 PM
(sample) External Link Altering Darts on Commercial Patterns
Raising or lowering a bust dart
9/14/06
Sewing Bottlenecks
  5 Records, Last updated on 9/11/06 11:19 PM
(sample) Newsletter Article No time to sew
An article by Deepika
9/11/06
Closures - Unconventional
  2 Records, Last updated on 6/7/06 7:46 PM
(sample) Message Board Closure options
A quick listing of some possible closure alternatives, to get you thinking...
6/7/06
Sewing Formals
  3 Records, Last updated on 3/19/06 8:38 PM
(sample) Message Board Bias Cut Gown
To underline bias charmeuse or not...
3/19/06
Thread - Sewing Machine Thread
  11 Records, Last updated on 3/12/06 8:30 PM
(sample) Message Board Basting: Any tips or favorite notions?
Types of thread best for basting
3/12/06


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