35 projects to turn your favorite fabric scraps into well-loved treasuresSewing with scraps is an economical way to make the most of your designer fabrics-as well as a fun way to use up a stash of your favorite leftovers for smaller projects. Michael Miller fabric designer Sandi Henderson ...
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For National Sewing Month 2015, I’m going to be talking all about fabric scraps and the many ways you can use them in your sewing. Sewing with scraps is like a way to connect with our sewing ancestors, who would reuse old garments to turn them into new things in an effort to waste...
35 projects to turn your favorite fabric scraps into well-loved treasures Sewing with scraps is an economical way to make the most of your designer fabrics-as well as a fun way to use up a stash of your favorite leftovers for smaller projects. Michael Miller fabric designer Sandi Henderson ...
Patchwork quilting involves sewing fabric pieces into intricate designs. It’s a rewarding project that allows you to repurpose fabric scraps. 2. Upholstery Projects Reupholster furniture with vibrant fabrics to give it a fresh look. This project requires precision and advanced sewing techniques. ...
Whichever stitch you choose, test it out on some scraps of your fabric and adjust the tension as necessary until your stitching lays flat. It gets fancier from here, with stretch blind hem stitches and what not, but we’ll stick to these basics for now. Ok, on to the sewing of knits...
I started with 4cm strips but this needs to be tested on scraps of fabric first as not all fabrics will shrink to the same degree. I used a 25mm bias maker to make the strips 25mm bias maker used to press strips and shape as needed So that the seams remain open during the life of...
These are just a few fabrics I’ve been saving to make garments. Some are well over a decade old. This does not include any of my quilting fabric or scraps. When you embroider, you need the right color. Again, fairly organized but just way too much. I have 3 containers like the one...
Quick and easy fabric note cards from fabric scraps for all occasions. Lazies, Never get caught without the perfect card again! Follow my 3... Continue Reading... Know Before You Sew: How to Pick Fabrics Before Taking the First Stitch Tips for perfect fabric placement for your next bag pr...
Yes, you can upcycle old garments or use leftover fabric scraps to create your wrap skirt. Also, consider using natural or organic fabrics to reduce your environmental impact. How long does it take to sew a wrap skirt? The time it takes to sew a wrap skirt can vary depending on your ...