Burlap can be a little challenging to sew because it frays so easily, however here’s a simple way to cut it straight and stop it from fraying. How to Cut Burlap Straight Burlap has a large weave and this makes it easy to cut it perfectly straight. Measure where you want to make the cut, […]
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Using decorative machine stitches is one of my favorite ways of embellishing and decorating fabric and I use them in all sorts of different ways. But one of my favorite ways to use decorative stitches is to sew them in circles to create circular designs and quilt blocks. Sewing in circles may look a little
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When making bags and purses, using the proper interfacing for your project is an important part of the construction process and can make or break the design of your bag or purse. Interfacing adds support and structure to the style of the bag, and also strengthens and stabilizes the fabric and prevents it from distorting
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Having a strap or handle on your bag or purse gives you something to grab onto and offers a bit of added security so you have less chance of losing your purse while you’re out and about. Adding a detachable strap to a zipper pouch or a clutch purse is easy to do using using
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Magnetic snaps are easy to install and they offer a simple way to attach a secure closure to all your bags and purses. Attaching them is quite easy, and well … a snap really. There are two parts to a magnetic snap – a female side which has a recess in the center, and a
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Zippered pouches are so very useful – they can be used to hold all sorts of items and they can easily be made in any size. In this tutorial I’m going to show you how to make a very easy zippered makeup bag with a laminated fabric lining which makes it easy to clean in
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