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How to Sew a Double Turn Hem
The double turn hem is a very common hem type and can be used to finish a multitude of garments. It's a very clean looking finish that can easily...
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3 Edge Finishing Techniques
How you finish the seams on a garment can make or break the quality. Leaving raw edges on your garments can lead to unstable seams and fraying thr...
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Hemming Knits With a Coverstitch Machine
If you're lucky enough to own or have access to a coverstitch machine, this post is for you. I sew with knits a lot, so a coverstitch machine was ...
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Hemming Knit Fabric
It's one thing to sew a garment, but when it comes to the final touches, it can make or break your project. Finishing details, like hems, are so i...
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Sewing With Knits
When I first started sewing with knits, I had no idea what I was doing. It was my senior year in high school and I was sure I wanted to go to col...
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Understanding Knit Fabric
It's no secret that knits are my favorite fabrics to sew with. When I started sewing with knits, it was a whole other story. I had NO idea what I...
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All About the Hook & Eye
If you didn't know already, I have another job besides running Tailored Trends. I also work as a technical designer for a cheerleading company her...
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All About Invisible Zippers
Invisible zippers are so important when it comes to sewing your own clothes and even home decor. I used to avoid any project that involved an invi...
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How to Sew a Ladder Stitch
I don't know what I'd do without my sewing machine. It helps me zip through projects that would otherwise take days if I had to hand sew them all....
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