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Written by Maura Kang

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How to Patch Jeans on the Inner Thigh

Jul 21, 2020

Written by Maura Kang

Anyone who has thighs knows what a pain this problem is, so instead of throwing away an otherwise perfectly good pair of jeans, we’ll show you how to repair them on your sewing machine. Continue reading

Written by Maura Kang

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decobob, hemming chiffon, invisafil, prewound bobbins, serger, sewing machine

Hemming Lightweight Fabrics on the Serger & Sewing Machine

Jun 23, 2020

Written by Maura Kang

Hemming Lightweight Fabrics on the Serger & Sewing Machine

In this video, we’ll show you the easiest way to make a rolled hem on chiffon fabric, or any other similar lightweight material. We’ll first demonstrate it on the serger, then with a domestic machine for those who don’t own a serger. Using the recommended materials and this technique, the result will be a beautiful rolled hem that looks just as professional as if it came from the store! Continue reading

Written by Calista Ngai

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6 Reasons to Always Use a DecoBob Pre-Wound Bobbin

May 08, 2020

Written by Calista Ngai

6 Reasons to Always Use a DecoBob Pre-Wound Bobbin

Ever wondered why you should bother using a pre-wound bobbin when you could always wind your own? These handy sewing accessories are absolutely not just for the lazy; they can make a HUGE difference in your stitch quality! We’ll demonstrate first-hand why you should always keep these 80wt DecoBob pre-wound bobbins in your sewing room. Continue reading

Written by Calista Ngai

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accent, decobob, invisafil, prewound bobbins, quilting, quilting threads, spagetti

Comparing 100wt vs 40wt vs 12wt for Quilting

Apr 28, 2020

Written by Calista Ngai

Comparing 100wt vs 40wt vs 12wt for Quilting

Did you know you can really change the look of your quilting simply by your choice of thread? We’ll compare the weight of three different thicknesses of thread when used for quilting so you can see how dramatic the difference is! This is a great way to achieve a new look in your quilted projects. Continue reading

Written by Calista Ngai

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Sewing Reverse Applique

Apr 08, 2020

Written by Calista Ngai

Today we are going to show you how to do reverse applique! We decided to turn ours into a decorative pillow, though you can use it to create anything your heart desires. Continue reading

Written by Maura Kang

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decobob, diy, diy project, do it yourself, ellana, pattern, precut kit, precut kits, prewound bobbins, tutorial, wendy williams, wool fabric

Appliqued Spring Cutlery Pockets

Apr 02, 2020

Written by Maura Kang

Today we are going to show one idea of what to make: little egg shaped pockets that you can tuck cutlery in for a nice place setting at the dinner table. Continue reading

Written by Maura Kang

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Machine Stitched Buttonholes 101

Feb 19, 2020

Written by Maura Kang

We’ll show you from start to finish how to mark, stitch, and cut a buttonhole in your garment. Continue reading

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How to Patch Jeans on the Inner Thigh

Hemming Lightweight Fabrics on the Serger & Sewing Machine

6 Reasons to Always Use a DecoBob Pre-Wound Bobbin

Comparing 100wt vs 40wt vs 12wt for Quilting

Sewing Reverse Applique

Appliqued Spring Cutlery Pockets

Machine Stitched Buttonholes 101