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Monthly Archives: July 2009

Sewing Wood

July 29, 2009 – 12:08 pm

Surprisingly, a reader sent in a question about sewing on wood–I thought I was the only person who liked to sew on weird things, but it’s comforting to know that’s not the case. When I worked for a sewing machine company, I used to stitch through wood yardsticks to attract attention at the state fair.
Many of [...]

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Sewing with Family and Friends

July 23, 2009 – 6:15 pm

My in-laws are visiting this week and we’ve been out and about doing touristy things, but today and tomorrow I’m sewing with my mother-in-law. We used to live close to each other and sewed together frequently, but in recent years we’ve been geographically separated and that’s not been possible.
It’s fun to be inspired by one [...]

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Bags, Totes and Carryalls

July 17, 2009 – 12:29 pm

I don’t know about you, but I LOVE making bags…they don’t require any alterations or fitting, and I’m always pleased with how professional the results are. Recently, I received three new books about bagmaking and wanted to share them with you.
Sew What! Bags, by Lexie Barnes, offers 18 pattern-free totes. Geared with beginners in mind, [...]

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Swimwear Sewing, Wide Home Dec Fabrics

July 11, 2009 – 12:03 pm

How do I sew swimwear fabric?
Swim fabrics are made with Lycra–a VERY stretchable knit that allows for form fitting styles, and that holds its shape when wet, so you don’t end up with a sagging swimsuit in the water. The best way to sew this fabulous fabric is with a serger, if you have one. [...]

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Summer Reading – Quilting, Fabric Art and Sewing Green

July 5, 2009 – 11:34 am

I’m always excited when I get new books to review, and generally I stop what I’m doing at the time to take a peek inside, then go back later for more serious reading. Of course, one of the first things I notice are the colorful pictures designed to entice us to make the projects. Three [...]

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