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This is a question we have seen a few times in sew a long groups. How do you finish a serger tail? There are many ways to do this. I'll show you several ways, including my personal favorite and you can choose which way works best for you. Cut right against the seam: This way does have the benefit of little to no additional work immediately. You literally cut the tail against the seam and be done with it. I personally will only do this if I have fabric glue to seal the ends down. Otherwise you run the risk...

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I am sure you've seen pictures of adorable pillow beds with kids laying on them reading or just lounging about on Pinterest and other social media sites. I came across one and decided I needed to try and make one (well really two) for my kids. I received 2 yards of an oversized version of the white accio from round 31 and decided that I would make a pillow bed. I had to order pillows because I never seem to have enough pillows around here. Thankfully Amazon is a quick click away and ships to my house so I never...

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I know many have wondered what they can make with different fabric bases. As mentioned in our Fabric Bases Offered our minky has two-way stretch so it can be used in many different projects. These projects can include: Blankets Pillows or pillowcases Fitted sheets Joggers Jackets Vests Cardigans Coveralls Rompers Robes Backpacks Carseat poncho Baby nest Dog bed Hats or beanies Cloth menstrual pads Cloth Diapers Booties Slippers Bags Holiday stockings Tree Skirt Ornaments Socks Stuffed animals or plush toys Lovey  Other accessories Each of these projects can use anywhere from scrap pieces to 2-4 yards of fabric depending on what you...

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Fabric base, Fabric type, Sewing -

We have variety of fabrics to offer in this group. Our custom designs will be printed on: 95%Cotton 5%Spandex Cotton Jersey Knit, 250 GSM. o Many may know this as Cotton Lycra. Lycra is a brand name for Spandex, so because of that, we choose to use Spandex in the name of our fabric base. This base has excellent stretch and recovery. It does not have a great drape as it has more body than thinner cotton spandex jersey and will stick out a little while holding its shape. It works well for many garment types. 95%Cotton 5%Spandex French Terry...

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Sew, Sewing machine -

A common question we have seen is asking what sewing machine someone would need to sew any of the prints and bases we offer. The simple answer is any sewing machine will work. It is most important to pay attention to the stitch, tension, sewing machine foot, and needle you are using when sewing with different bases. A regular sewing machine can sew any base we offer. It is recommended to use a universal needle for woven fabrics and ballpoint or stretch needle for knit fabrics. Some also prefer to use a stretch thread in the bobbin when sewing with...

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