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How to Make a Dress Without a Pattern

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Leafy Table Runner Pattern

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Reversible Wrap Skirt

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Types of Elastic + How to Sew with Elastic

Elastic is very common, especially in children's and casual wear. If you… More

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Fleece tie blankets are fun and easy, but you can just as easily take your… More

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Guide to Mastering Different Stitches…

Keeping track of all of the different stitch functions on your sewing… More

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How to Stop Fraying on Fabric

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How to Read a Sewing Pattern

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How to Sharpen Sewing Scissors

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9 Common Sewing Machine Problems and Solutions

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Prevent Neckline Gaping with Contouring

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