How do I work with elastic thread? Elastic thread can be used in your sewing machine’s bobbin with regular or novelty thread on top. When stitching, the thread stretches and shirrs up the fabric. Use it to simulate smocking, gather in cuffs or sleeve hems, pucker up bodices, or any other place where you need [...]

I have some knit sweaters that I’d like to recycle to other projects. How’s the best way to do this without having them unravel when I cut out the motifs? There are several ways to do this successfully and save those cute snowmen, Santas or whatever design you love. If the sweater is wool, one [...]