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  1. double sided straps (0 replies)
  2. Pattern alteration sequence (3 replies)
  3. What does "Overcasting" Mean? (3 replies)
  4. Lost on Mei Tai's (8 replies)
  5. Lengthening and buttonholes (8 replies)
  6. What is a serger? (5 replies)
  7. gathering (4 replies)
  8. Would this work? (3 replies)
  9. washing fabric without raveling? (15 replies)
  10. Sharing (16 replies)
  11. Having problems HELP!!! (16 replies)
  12. Darn it! (3 replies)
  13. I'm a fabric dummy (8 replies)
  14. elastic help! (24 replies)
  15. Confessions of a horrible top-stitcher (6 replies)
  16. Any hints/tutorials on blind hems (21 replies)
  17. How much stretch? (3 replies)
  18. Making Cords For Purse Handles (2 replies)
  19. Knits!! Help!! (5 replies)
  20. Sewing for Summer (11 replies)
  21. Machine for a 13 year old? (30 replies)
  22. thread quality? (2 replies)
  23. how to sew a zipper in a purse (10 replies)
  24. Stole Finishing (2 replies)
  25. Altering pants legs (3 replies)
  26. Elastic Thread Question (7 replies)
  27. I made something (21 replies)
  28. elastic in halter top (2 replies)
  29. mending a tear (1 replies)
  30. Fantastic Sewing Book Sale!!!! (5 replies)
  31. Finally completed the dress.... (9 replies)
  32. Sleeves phobia (6 replies)
  33. No seam skirt pattern (15 replies)
  34. Seam puckering (6 replies)
  35. Singer 513 - should I pay for repairs? (3 replies)
  36. Attention Please (0 replies)
  37. Giftwrap idea (14 replies)
  38. Bunched Thread (6 replies)
  39. How a bobbin works (10 replies)
  40. a question regarding lining (5 replies)
  41. Question regarding hemline "jog" (7 replies)
  42. Tracing Patterns (7 replies)
  43. pre wash (1 replies)
  44. Fabric prewash-Thanks! (6 replies)
  45. cuff construction (5 replies)
  46. facbric hat construction (3 replies)
  47. Fabric (13 replies)
  48. HELP! Backstitch on Brother SE-270D (4 replies)
  49. Making Crib Bedding (9 replies)
  50. to line a skirt (4 replies)
  51. When/how to match a print (9 replies)
  52. And I'm off! (42 replies)
  53. Making doll clothes (3 replies)
  54. double ended darts (2 replies)
  55. Woo Hoo! (24 replies)
  56. how to make a sash/sash holders/loops? (7 replies)
  57. I cannot possibly be this dumb (12 replies)
  58. possible to expand a waistband? (4 replies)
  59. Spring Wrap Skirt (30 replies)
  60. Is this a good book for beginner? (9 replies)
  61. What about capris/shorts for pears? (13 replies)
  62. EASY patterns (3 replies)
  63. Hi everyone! (16 replies)
  64. Newbie - Should I even attempt to sew this?? (18 replies)
  65. Thank You Mary for the Awesome Links (0 replies)
  66. Turning corners when sewing (6 replies)
  67. Singer SM model FM-17C (5 replies)
  68. Project for a 6 year old (16 replies)
  69. Seam clipping scissors (8 replies)
  70. sewing with knits for the first time. help! (4 replies)
  71. ISO a boxer pattern (5 replies)
  72. Marking Patterns (29 replies)
  73. snap !?! (9 replies)
  74. Boy did I blow it (45 replies)
  75. Clueless on Ruffles (9 replies)
  76. Mophead Cover: Not Rocket Science (3 replies)
  77. jacket question (4 replies)
  78. new to using a sewing machine (11 replies)
  79. adding length to pants (9 replies)
  80. Are some patterns causing newbie failure? (24 replies)
  81. Thread on a bobbin (6 replies)
  82. Serging, Sewing, huh?? (4 replies)
  83. A great link for self-starters (9 replies)
  84. Seeking Skirt pattern Alteration advice (6 replies)
  85. double layer fleece and blanket stitch (7 replies)
  86. What do you think of these books? (3 replies)
  87. Basic T-shirt pattern? (17 replies)
  88. Trying this out again~ (3 replies)
  89. New to sewing. (6 replies)
  90. fusible interfacing won't stick (16 replies)
  91. Two Velcro Questions (7 replies)
  92. Help hopefully (6 replies)
  93. Seam binding alternatives? (10 replies)
  94. Using Rotary Cutter (39 replies)
  95. Too much glitter!! (3 replies)
  96. Slanted Grainline on Pattern (14 replies)
  97. question about knits (5 replies)
  98. Sewing teacher (13 replies)
  99. help me please (8 replies)
  100. Trim/Binding for knit fabrics (24 replies)
  101. Question about thread... (14 replies)
  102. Stash Challenge Starts Today (0 replies)
  103. Pajama pants (4 replies)
  104. jacket facing (9 replies)
  105. Needle position way off (3 replies)
  106. Fitted Quilted Jacket? (21 replies)
  107. twin needles (2 replies)
  108. As you all know, I bent my needle sewing thru my finger.... (7 replies)
  109. Needle thru the finger, ouch (22 replies)
  110. Please Recommend a Machine (8 replies)
  111. Numbers printed on fabric selvage (8 replies)
  112. Newbie needs repair manual (1 replies)
  113. Needles Breaking (4 replies)
  114. Transferring Patterns - help (7 replies)
  115. Sharing - Needle information.. (0 replies)
  116. Found New Book (3 replies)
  117. Marking (8 replies)
  118. Prewashing?? (22 replies)
  119. Overlockers (3 replies)
  120. pants how to (10 replies)
  121. Bag Making Help re. Interfacing (5 replies)
  122. darn it! (wool.) (9 replies)
  123. other forums (25 replies)
  124. Finished my first couple of projects (4 replies)
  125. how to Applique (2 replies)
  126. Rehab a Sloppy Stitcher (23 replies)
  127. Ease Stitching ??? (4 replies)
  128. Free Patterns........ (0 replies)
  129. Finished Edge (2 replies)
  130. Newbi in need of sewing dictionary :) (3 replies)
  131. Attaching bodice to front of Simplicity 4312 (6 replies)
  132. Newbie sewing a jumper (6 replies)
  133. Help! Sewing An Oval/Round Bottom on Bag (8 replies)
  134. Interfacing versus Stabilizer (12 replies)
  135. Downsizing a pattern (3 replies)
  136. Beginner sewing a skirt (10 replies)
  137. Brand Spanking New, Need help (10 replies)
  138. Zipper/Seam/Serger Queston (3 replies)
  139. Newbie working on my first dress (8 replies)
  140. Beginner needs advice on heming skirt (3 replies)
  141. Intro & a few questions to get things going... (16 replies)
  142. Best Basic Technique Book? (16 replies)
  143. Yup, New Here (8 replies)
  144. Hey I Have A Quick Question :) (12 replies)
  145. I got my serger!! (14 replies)
  146. New Here 2 (6 replies)
  147. Altered T shirt (5 replies)
  148. Serger questions (13 replies)
  149. Introduction (7 replies)
  150. How can I trace pattern if it needs to be (2 replies)
  151. Adding a lining (10 replies)
  152. Hi! Im new!! (7 replies)
  153. Making a tablecloth need advice (3 replies)
  154. 1st baby blanket using minkee blankee (7 replies)
  155. A serger foot for Sewing Machines? (2 replies)
  156. need help adding a cuff to pants (7 replies)
  157. Directional sewing on crushed panne ???? (4 replies)
  158. Making unlined cape using lined cape pattern (9 replies)
  159. Closing a stuffed toy? (6 replies)
  160. Finishing neck (8 replies)
  161. Help Sewing a Patch onto Leather Jacket (8 replies)
  162. Adding lace onto V neck (1 replies)
  163. I'm starting my first dress! (23 replies)
  164. Looking for a teacher :) (8 replies)
  165. Invisible zippers suddenly hate me! (3 replies)
  166. What is a serger used for? (5 replies)
  167. Making my first dress for my daughter !!!scream!!! (12 replies)
  168. Easing Fabric? (12 replies)
  169. Totally Clueless, but want to learn (8 replies)
  170. Choosing a Rotary Cutting Mat (8 replies)
  171. New Project & Questions (18 replies)
  172. I have a question about the bobbin thread. (2 replies)
  173. Made Several Items & Tuxedo Questions (13 replies)
  174. Hi! New here, and Just Learning to Sew! (11 replies)
  175. How many have you made? (19 replies)
  176. Young Man Wants to Design (1 replies)
  177. some of my work... (17 replies)
  178. ? about placemat purses (2 replies)
  179. Tracing a pattern -- ??? (15 replies)
  180. Sewing Neckline bindings tips videos (1 replies)
  181. Pressing tips video (2 replies)
  182. Rolled edge on sewing machine? Is it possible? (3 replies)
  183. Help with Shirring, Help Please! (6 replies)
  184. Hello all! New sewer here. (6 replies)
  185. Fairly simple question (19 replies)
  186. Shirt Collar - Clipping? (11 replies)
  187. Begginer quilts and sewing machines (9 replies)
  188. Inherited quits that need TLC (7 replies)
  189. Material for dishclothes ???? (2 replies)
  190. Now I remember why I don't sew more often! (19 replies)
  191. Machine Question (15 replies)
  192. Does everyone make this many alterations? (20 replies)
  193. Darts for Larger Chested Women... (11 replies)
  194. 100% newbie.. list of things I'll need? (18 replies)
  195. Beginner - Sewing Curves? (18 replies)
  196. Designer In the Making (3 replies)
  197. Directional Sewing (9 replies)
  198. Fell Flat (or is it Flat Fell??) seams (21 replies)
  199. Quilter just wants to learn to make simple garments (4 replies)
  200. cutting material (9 replies)
  201. How does one start out quilting? (18 replies)
  202. Finishing edges on Flannel (2 replies)
  203. Pants ? (14 replies)
  204. Bernina Blues (32 replies)
  205. Burda??? (21 replies)
  206. Vote "Save" or "Sew" (50 replies)
  207. Do I need walking foot (9 replies)
  208. You Have To Start Somewhere (27 replies)
  209. What fabric is this? (18 replies)
  210. Banging my head! (7 replies)
  211. first project (6 replies)
  212. Help-top Thread Tangles (3 replies)
  213. another beginner ? -- thread wobbling? (26 replies)
  214. another beginner (12 replies)
  215. Link interesting (4 replies)
  216. Flat fell seams and pants (9 replies)
  217. Atten Mystery Buffs - Help Needed solving - The Case of the Imposble Cotton Velour (2 replies)
  218. Terry Cloth (non-embroidery related questions) (14 replies)
  219. Sewing With Elastic Thread-- What do I do??? (4 replies)
  220. Singer Featherweight 221?...(Beginner) (13 replies)
  221. how and where to start/ (7 replies)
  222. HELP ME PLEASE..Sewing interfacing onto garment (5 replies)
  223. Need help choosing a vintage machine? (10 replies)
  224. Serging newbie needs help! (8 replies)
  225. Shrinking Fusible Interfacing (4 replies)
  226. Will this work? (11 replies)
  227. Built in stitches vs. Stitch functions (2 replies)
  228. What is???? (2 replies)
  229. Sewing stuff onto skirt hems (5 replies)
  230. Help! My needle keeps jamming... (10 replies)
  231. I need help!!! (11 replies)
  232. Making a skirt-have a question (9 replies)
  233. Any help for a rusty sewer (16 replies)
  234. button extension!urgent! (1 replies)
  235. How to lay out a pattern (5 replies)
  236. help! new spool of thread (5 replies)
  237. Finishing seams (25 replies)
  238. hems are curling (7 replies)
  239. Which serger for a serger newbie (6 replies)
  240. Interfacing vs. stabilizer (4 replies)
  241. Shawl Pattern Confusion (2 replies)
  242. Ribbon Trim and place line??? Need help fast!!! Thanks (5 replies)
  243. Where do you get your interfacing? (11 replies)
  244. shirt too small.. what do I do? (4 replies)
  245. Narrow Hem (4 replies)
  246. Finishing a seam (3 replies)
  247. Confused, what type of stitch is this? (19 replies)
  248. Great Website for Sewing Instructions (4 replies)
  249. Sewing issues (3 replies)
  250. Sewing for toddlers (17 replies)
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