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| Sewing Tip | 4/23/12 6:59 PM | Spring Cleaning the Sewing Room All Year Round
SPRING CLEANING THE SEWING ROOM
ALL YEAR ROUND
I put a letter away this morning that led me to think about spring cleaning and the sewing room. Because of the distance between Nigeria and Washington State, the letter arrived late. That was months ago. I've kept the letter in a corner of the lower...more... |
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| Sewing Tip | 11/9/11 6:42 AM | Selecting Correct Pattern Size
SELECTING CORRECT PATTERN SIZE
MEASUREMENT FOR FRONT ARMHOLE WIDTH
Since a garment hangs from the shoulders, it must fit correctly at the shoulder, neckline and armhole areas. These areas rarely change if weight is gained or lost. The bust and waistline are easily altered, but the upper body is...more... |
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| Sewing Tip | 11/9/11 6:23 AM | Waistline and Length Changes
Waistline and Length Changes
This tip is taken from the late Mary Ellen Flurry's "Tailoring Ladies' Jackets". It is still available from Amazon.com.
"If you purchase enough fabric for a pair of slacks and an extra skirt, you'll find that your jacket will have a longer life. I purchase fabric for...more... |
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| Sewing Tip | 11/8/11 6:22 PM | Customized Pattern Weights
Customized Pattern Weights
It is very easy and economical to make pattern weights using metal washers. Making them yourself will allow you to customize the heaviness, make them as large as you want and select a covering of your choice.
1. Assemble several 1 1/2 inch or 2 inch diameter metal wash...more... |
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As an American living in Nigeria for the past 40 years, out of necessity I have had to perfect my sewing skills.
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