Stitch Library
Introducing Trims -The Basics
This is a huge topic and our Trims video only scratches the surface of what is a trim and everyday trims we see in the modern world. While the video focussed on examples of trims, this blog looks at some of the ideas fro...
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Add a little sparkle with Sequins
Who doesn’t like a little bit of sparkle? And one of the easiest ways to add sparkle is with sequins.
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Lots of Ways to Applique Part 1
Sewing things onto our garments must be almost as old as sewing the garments themselves. And there are so many things that we can use for applique beyond fabric shapes. Beaded motifs, felt shapes, embroidered motifs, lac...
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Learning about Fringes
We often tend to think of fringes as pretty uncommon, however they are everywhere especially in decor items and costumes. They are an easy way to increase aesthetic value to plain items and add fun and movement to cloth...
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All About Braids
Starting this topic, I discovered that I really knew nothing about Braids.
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Beading on the Edge
Stitching beads to garments is a great way to add movement and drama.
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Beading on the Flat part 2
Adding beads to things, especially garments, is one of the many joys of sewing.
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Beading on the Flat part 1
Adding beads to things, especially garments, is one of the many joys of sewing.
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Needle Threading Tips
Getting the thread into the needle is the beginning of the actual stitching process. and while it might seem to be simple task, it isn't always an easy thing to do. Here are some different ways we have explored, to mak...
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Video 25 - Beginnings and Endings
While the exciting bit of stitching might be the sewing in the middle, the beginning and endings of your stitching are pretty important. Here, we look at a variety of ways to start and end your stitching, giving you opti...
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