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Racks for storing spools of thread

November 10, 2009 – 4:00 pm

Where can I find the wall mounted thread storage racks seen in the My Sewing and Craft Room photos?
This question comes up quite often so we thought we’d share some storage options. The Mega Rack II provides for substantial storage. This wooden rack holds up to 120 spools and can be free standing or wall [...]

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National Sewing Month Reuse, Remake, Restyle Contest Winners

November 8, 2009 – 11:52 pm

The entries we received for the Reuse, Remake, Restyle contest for National Sewing Month were just amazing. Reviewing the photos and reading the stories felt like watching our very own version of Project Runway. The talent, the creativity, the IDEAS! We’ve created an online gallery of all the submissions, along with the descriptions submitted with [...]

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Zipper Shortening, Tapered Pants Legs and Skirt Hems

October 26, 2009 – 9:03 pm

How do I shorten a zipper?
Most zippers can be shortened in one of two ways. If it’s an open-top zipper (like a separating jacket zipper), simply extend the excess length into the upper seamline, then trim after the zipper is inserted. Leave about 1/2″ of zipper tape beyond the upper seamline. To reinforce and be [...]

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Terry Cloth Loops, Frogs and Skipped Stitches

October 20, 2009 – 10:54 pm

Questions du jour and some answers:
How do I repair terry cloth loops? Can I just cut them?
It’s best not to simply cut the snagged loops as they may unravel more and leave holes in your garment. Visit the notions counter at you favorite fabric store and look of a knit repair tool. The tool has [...]

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Fall Quilt Market 2009

October 13, 2009 – 3:09 pm

Each fall quilt shop owners descend upon Houston, Texas for the extravaganza of the season–Quilt Market. They come to buy things that they later sell to us in their stores. As a writer, I’m allowed in to look for new products and network with the various companies in attendance, so I can share their news with you [...]

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