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Sew Fabric Halloween Pumpkins with Jennifer Bosworth of Shabby Fabrics + 7 More Fall Sewing Projects

Follow along with Jen in this free sewing tutorial to learn how to stitch these fun and decorative stuffed Halloween pumpkins that will give your home a warm whimsical style! FREE Cutting Guide: http://bit.ly/ShabbyFabricsFreeDownloads Monogram Shabby Shapes: http://bit.ly/1X2MIzi Kraft-Tex Halloween More Fabric Pumpkin Projects: Create Pumpkin Mug Rugs for Halloween – Raw Edge Fusible Applique with Leah Day Create a Quilted Hexagon Pumpkin or Ornament Table Runner Applique a

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Floor Length Cardigan Sweater Sew Along! – with MimiG + 12 More Cardigan DIY’s

An EASY modification to a commercial sewing pattern to create a floor-length cardigan sweater with knit fabric by MimiG. For fabric links, suggestions, discount code and pattern info go to http://lowpricefabric.blogspot.com. Ad More cardigan sewing tutorials and projects at SWN: How to Sew a Cocoon Shawl Cardigan Thrifty Autumn Sewing: Upcycled Peplum Cardigan Sweater Video: How to Make a Cozy Cardigan – No Pattern Req’d Sewing Channel: Garment Sewing – Cardigans Video: Creat

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Sew a Fun Racetrack Dress or Halloween Costume with PinkChocolateBreak

Using her Brother DS140 sewing machine, Jocelina of PinkChocolateBreak shows us how she stitched this hot racetrack dress for Halloween! “Halloween is right around the corner so I want to create something special for this occasion. Last year I gave it a try but since it was last minute, I didn’t really nail it when it came to creativity. So it is time to change that for Halloween this year! Although I was going for a different look initially, I found the black and white fabri

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How to Sew the Mimi G Cape and or Coat for Fall – Simplicity Pattern 1016 – Free Video T

Follow and sew along with Mimi G as she shows you how to sew this stylish and fashionable cape from Simplicity pattern 1016. In this easy-to-follow sewing tutorial, you will be making shoulder tabs, carriers, inserting lining, making pleats, and more. Get Simplicity pattern 1016 here. Pattern and Garment Description: Cape/Coat by Mimi G sized for miss & plus sizes is collarless, has patch pockets with buttoned flap, optional belt & removable cape with collar & epaulettes. Cap

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How to Achieve Perfect Bobbin Tension Every Time

If you’re a long-arm quilter or own a sewing machine with a rotary bobbin, this video is for you. ZJ Humbach demonstrates how to use the TOWA Bobbin Case Tension Gauge to achieve perfect bobbin tension every time. – National Quilters Circle Advertisement More about bobbins and thread tension at SWN: Video: Exploring the Bobbin Case Video: Bobbin Tension Adjustment for Sewing and Quilting Video: How To Wind a Sewing Machine Bobbin Right Every Time Video: How to Wind and Load

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Tall Boys – How to Sew Boys Pants from a Man’s Shirt

Two fabulous sewing tutorials upcycling men’s button-down shirts turning them into boys pants from Megan of Create with Wild Abandon – Meggipeg. The first tutorial by Megan uses a thrifted man’s red shirt, purchased with this upcycle project in mind. The construction process is based on Megan’s previous boy’s pants refashion tutorial and her second tutorial found here is based on this ‘Saltwater Kids’ tutorial for boy’s shorts. Go to Boy’s Pants Refashion Tutorials One and T

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How to Add Bat-wing Sleeves – with Angela Wolf on It’s Sew Easy

Angela Wolf shows us how to alter a sewing pattern to add bat-wing sleeves on It’s Sew Easy! More sleeve sewing techniques and tutorials at SWN: Video: How to Make a Bat-wing Shirt Video: Setting a Sleeve Video: Straight Sleeve Sloper Topic: Shirt Sleeves to Yoga Capris Photo: this is the butterfly sleeve Video: Pattern Cutting Tutorial: How To Adjust Sleeve Length Video: T-shirt Reconstruction- Puff Sleeves Topic: Refashion a Short-sleeved Dress into Long-sleeved blouse Vide

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Dancing Dots Quilt: Easy Quilting Tutorial with Rob Appell of Man Sewing

Published on Aug 16, 2015 Dancing Dots Quilt: Easy Quilting Tutorial with Rob Appell of Man Sewing. Rob shows us how to create this Dancing Dots Quilt using jelly rolls (2.5 inch strips of pre-cut fabric) and charm packs (5 inch squares of pre-cut fabric). To get the materials needed to make this project, follow these links: http://bit.ly/dancingdotsquilt http://land.mansewing.com/dancing-dots Or, check out the entire Missouri Star Quilt Company website here! http://missouri

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How to Make Your Own Espadrille Shoes or Slippers – Free Sewing Tutorials

Choose a pretty fat quarter or some flannel to make a pair of one-of-a-kind espadrilles or slippers! The basic espadrille shoe is a great casual shoe for all ages. I think they would make very comfortable slippers too. Use the basic techniques demonstrated in the videos below to create espadrille-style slippers while replacing the materials you use with whatever you want to use for a sole and some cozy flannel, minky, fleece, or any warm and soft fabric YOU want to use. Creat

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Watch this EASY Signature Quilt Tutorial for Beginners (No Binding!)

Learn how to easy it is to sew this “Signature Quilt” for a wedding, birthday, new baby, teacher, grandparent, or as a retirement keepsake. Use heirloom / vintage fabrics or coordinate from your stash. Friends simply sign the quilt with a permanent laundry marker with their message or congratulations. This is a nice quilt project for beginner quilters because it is fast and easy to complete, there is no binding! Products mentioned in this video – Shape Cut Pro Follow alandacr

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How To Sew Culottes – Easy Sewing For Beginners

The previous tutorial showing us how to sew palazzo pants inspired Jocy of pinkchocolatebreak to sew these modern wide legged pants and culottes! Culottes are easy to sew as well as cool and comfortable to wear. Sewing Supplies: 1 yard/meter of stretch fabric thread matching your fabric fabric scissors a sewing machine pins Follow Jocy on Pinterest http://www.pinterest.com/pinkchocolate Instagram http://www.instagram.com/pinkchocolat… Facebook http://www.facebook.com/pinkch

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How to Attach a Facing to a Neckline – Free Sewing Tutorial with SewOverIt

How to attach a facing to a neckline – with SewOverIt Stephani Miller’s FREE Draping Lesson SWN links to help you with this sewing project: Neckline Binding for Knits – Free Sewing Tutorial Video: Pattern Cutting Tutorial: How To Lower Necklines Video: Adjusting a Gaping Neckline – Free Tutorial from Fashion Sewing Blog TV Video: Pattern Cutting Tutorial: How to Check/Alter Shirt Collar Stand/Neckline To Avoid Puckering Video: Collar Sewing Tutorial Video: How to Interface a

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Easy Sewing: Underwear – Annika Victoria’s Free Tutorial

Today Annika Victoria shows us how easy it really is to sew your own underwear! YOU can sew these ladies briefs out of any lightweight stretchy cotton jersey fabrics. Annika suggests recycling old t-shirts! Subscribe to Annika Victoria’s Youtube Channel. More underwear sewing: Fancy Pants aka Stretch Lace Panties Video: Whitney Sews – Making Underwear From A T-Shirt Photo: Lingerie Elastic Sewing Tutorial Tutorial~Recycled Tshirt Panties Panty Tutorial: How to Sew Underwear S

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An Easy Reverse Applique Quilting Tutorial from Man Sewing

Rob demonstrates his reverse applique quilting technique using solid fabric and a contrasting batik. To get the materials needed to make this project, follow this link. Video: Reverse Applique Pleated Heart Pillow by V and Co. Photo: Ruched Rug and Reverse Appliqued Pillows Patterns: PDF applique patterns to print at home Mystic Hares PDF Applique Pattern $5.50 USD Follow Sew-Whats-New.com’s board Applique – Apple K on Pinterest. #quilting #method #quiltingvideo #applique #tu

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Sew an Easy Basic Tote Bag – Free Tutorial from Melanie Ham

Melanie Ham created this simple tote with a 20 x 32 piece of sturdy fabric, three yards of one-inch wide cotton webbing, pins, & coordinating thread! Choose some sturdy fabric and follow along to learn how to sew your own basic tote bag! Sewing Beyond the Basics – Annie’s Online Classes: “Learn how to sew using intermediate-level techniques with this online video class from Annie’s Online Classes. Sewing Beyond the Basics: Kitchen Accessories is designed like a hands-on wo

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How to Repair and Copy Damaged Sewing Patterns

Whitney shows us how she copies her vintage sewing patterns that are beyond repair. #WhitneySews #sewing #pattern #sewingpatterns #patterns #vintage #garmentpatterns #patterndrafting #repair #copy #patterning #videotutorial #patternconstruction #free #patternmaking

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How to Sew a Pair of Shorts from a Pillow Case with Melina Hollway

In this free sewing tutorial, fashion designer Melina Hollway from Damsel in this Dress shows you how to make a pair of vintage sleep-shorts out of a vintage pillowcase without a pattern. Want to become a fashion designer? read more…. With the release of the new eBook “Secrets of a Self-Taught Fashion Designer” you can now start your own fashion label with the easy to follow key instructions by Melina, with simple easy to follow picture tutorials on how to make simple garment

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Sewing for the Patio! How to Make a New Umbrella

Patio umbrellas are sold at most department and hardware stores and unfortunately, most are sewn with a cheap fabric that fades from sun and may even rot when left to the harsher elements. If you want your patio umbrella fabric to last you should use Sunbrella acrylic canvas fabric. Sewing up the umbrella panels is an easy project following this free video tutorial from Sailrite. Figuring the fabric required is also made easy using Sailrite’s Fabric Calculator: Click this lin

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Simple Diamond Quilt Block – Free Tutorial from Amanda Rolfe

A simple method to make a very pretty Diamond Square Quilt Block! This block is made up of x 16 5″ HSTs and measures approx. 18.5″ squared. Watch Amanda Rolfe as she demonstrates just how easy this block is to create! Diamond Quilts by SWN Members STRIP YOUR STASH Dynamic Quilts Made from Strips • 12 Projects in Multiple Sizes from GE Designs Gudrun Erla #quilting #quiltmaking #quiltingvideo #machinequilt #quilt #quiltingtechnique #AmandaRolfe #tutorial #quiltblocks #block

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Sew a Big Beautiful Beach Bag with SewVeryEasy

Get this free pdf sewing pattern and follow along with this free video tutorial from SewVeryEasy to sew this big beautiful beach bag! Helpful sewing tips in this video make creating this bag beginner-friendly. This large beach bag has knotted rope handles that slide through grommets. Fusible fleece gives this beach bag a sturdier body, the Pellon brand is used here. Free Beach Bag Pattern: http://www.blankquilting.com/projects ⛵ More sewing for the beach: Sew an Easy Ki

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