Pull the zipper pull-up and unzip the zipper. If you placed ball pins or tape on the back portion, now is the time to remove that. After unzipping, place the unsewn portion to the presser foot and give it a good run until both sides are secure. Step 10: Clean Up All Lose Threads ...
Tip: periodically pull the zipper up to the repair, and gently test if the thread bundle is large enough to stop it coming off. If it's still too small, keep adding more thread. Once the thread bundle is large enough to prevent the zipper puller from coming off, make a final securing...
adding to the natural light in the house. But also, once she's no longer a toddler, this kid's room might use more privacy. I wanted to cover the main glass door. I did not like the thought of a stick-on window film and was looking for a more permanent solution - a...
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For guys who do absolutely no needle and thread work themselves, tailors are a source of repairs as well as alteration. If you need minor fixes done — a button sewn on, a zipper replaced, or a splitting seam stitched back up before it gets out of hand — expect to pay around $5-10...
Now you’re ready to cut the fabric for the back of the DIY duvet cover. Before you start, cut off the selvage edge of the fabric or the hem on the flat sheet. If you’re using a flat sheet, you’ll just have one piece that you need to cut using the length and width you calc...
from silk to velvet, and a needle and thread. If you're a beginner, we recommend starting with cotton, which is an easier material to work with. Another tip: Sewing machines make the process quicker and give your accessories a more refined look. And if you're looking to brush up on ...
Contrary to popular belief, sewing spandex on a home machine is actually quite easy and effective with the right tools and techniques, and learning to sew spandex is a great skill to have, no matter what you're going to use it for. This instructable is part of my How to Become a ...
you may need to trim excess fabric to make it fit snugly. When you're pleased with the fit, pull fabric taut and staple in place on the apron of the chair seat. Use as many staples as necessary to secure the fabric and keep it smooth. Be sure you place staples on the back of the...
If you work off a spool of thread when basting (using long stitches to temporarily hold fabric layers or seams in place until the final sewing is completed…at which time the basting stitches will be removed), you won’t have to stop to rethread your needle. This may be one of those ...