How to Sew Borders with Mitered Corners
Quilting is a difficult skill to master. Putting together a quilt in itself is an amazing accomplishment. However, to see a quilt with a boarder just gives your project that little something extr...
How to Sew Hexagon Quilt Blocks Together
The earliest hexagon pattern that quilt researchers have discovered was made in England in 1770. Hexagon became one of the most popular patterns in England by 1830, and by 1835 Godey's women's ma...
Machine Satin Stitch Around Applique
Satin Stitch is made using a closely worked zig zag stitch with zig zag pressure foot. Here are a few tips on making a nearly perfect satin stitch: Use interfacing for your appliqué – this wil...
How to Stitch Around Applique Using a Sewing Machine - Getting Started With Applique
Once you have all of your appliquéd pieces pinned, fused or glued in place, get a thread to match or contrast your design and let's get started. If you want your stitching to be a feature, use a ...
How to Sew the Patchwork Handbag
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