The Vintage Elite Sewing Machine History and Review
There are many vintage sewing machines. Not only from the pre World War 2 era but from the era right after the war when America was helping Japan rebuild after its devastating wartime loss. Because of
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How to Add Breast Support to a Swimsuit (Sewing a Bra Tips)
For many women, the lack of bust support in off-the hanger swimsuits is a constant source of frustration. No matter how lovely the suit, a lack of support in the crucial area can let you, and the suit,
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How to Wind a Bobbin With Wooly Nylon Thread (Sewing Tips)
There are only a few methods to wind a bobbin. The method you use depends a lot on the type of thread you want to place on your bobbin. Not every thread should be hand-wound but some need to be wound that
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Buying T-shirt Neck Ribbing (How Do You Make Ribbing?)
Being casual takes a little ribbing. Not the funny ha ha style but the fabric style. Yet when you are making your T-shirts, you may find that the stores do not carry any ribbing. That situation puts you
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Cost to Reupholster Outdoor Cushions (Cushion Recovery Tips)
Finding the labor to do this task is not the most difficult part of the process. Many people are willing to work for even a small amount of money. The difficult part is finding the person who has the skills
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Use of Side Zip in Dresses: How to Put a Zipper in a Dress
We all know the feeling. You buy a dress that looks beautiful on the rail, but as soon as you try it on at home, you realize there’s something not quite right about the fit. If you’ve got a closet
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What Fabric Are Cargo Pants Made Of? (Best Options)
Fashion has lots of opportunities for you to look good. Not everyone looks great in every available fashion. That is why there are so many different kinds. If humans were one size fits all and one style
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5 Apron Fabric Options: The Best Fabric for Making Aprons
People love to cook. Unfortunately, not all people who cook are very neat when they make their prized dish. They need to be covered and covered well. Thin cotton one size fits all aprons are not the solution
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6 Tips For Sewing With Duck Cloth (Needle and Tension)
Some play hard, live hard and put their clothing through the test everyday. That is why you should consider using duck cloth for many of your sewing projects. Not only is the fabric strong, but it can
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Fitted vs Semi-Fitted Shirt: What Is The Difference?
Finding (or even making) a well-fitting shirt can be a challenge. Not only do you need to consider things like material, color, and style (will it be casual or dressy, short-sleeved or long) you also
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