Can You Sew Clothing with Quilting Cotton?

I have committed many sewing crimes. Many of them involved using quilting cotton to sew clothes. In all instances, quilting cotton was innocent.  It was my fault. On all accounts. Quilting cotton was the most…

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The Right Type of Knit Fabric for Your Project

Navigating the world of fabrics can be a daunting task. You are new to the sewing game and now need to sort through what seems like an endless list of fabric options? You walk into…

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What to Look for When Working with Knit Fabrics

Selecting the right type of fabric for a sewing project is one of the strongest predictors of success. Many of my sewing failures happened because I did not follow the fabric suggestions for the patterns…

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The Perks of Sewing with Knit Fabrics

I am sure that you’ve heard this somewhere: Sewing with knits is a pain. It requires special equipment. You must be an experienced sewist before you ever attempt to sew a knit garment. Sewing with…

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Halloween Fabric as Everyday Clothing

If you want to add an immediate goth touch to your closet, Halloween prints are an easy way to get some ghoulish vibes. Gone are the days when Halloween fabric was restricted in offerings and…

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