You don’t need a fancy programmable sewing machine to create beautiful machine appliques—Use these techniques for smooth stitching around corners, curves, beginning and ending machine applique stitches. Continue reading
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How to Sew a Slip Stitch and Close a Seam Invisibly
The slip stitch is a great way to sew a seam closed invisibly from the right side (outside) of a project. It’s a great hand sewing stitch to have in your repertoire. I’ve been using the slip stitch a lot lately, so I thought now would be a good time to share the technique: Start … Continue reading
The Best Video Ever on How to Tie Tzitzit
This video by Jewish Pathways explains how to tie tzitzit to a tallit better than any other I’ve seen. It’s the one I always refer to: Here are a couple of my own tips: Each time you start a new set of windings, pinch the hanging tzitzit threads together just below the knot. Make the … Continue reading
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