Sewing

Framing Basics

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Custom framing tips from Design on a Dime carpenter Charles Burbridge.

Importing Embroidery Design

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See how to import design and select color with sewing machine software.

4 Tips for Sewing Sheer Fabrics

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Learn the tricks for setting stitch length, creating a straight line and more on sewing sheer fabrics.

5 Basic Sewing Skills

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Cassidy's mom shares five must-have sewing skills.

How to Sew a Beaded Bag

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Instead of knitting this bag, sew yarn and fabric scraps onto stabilizer and embellish with beads.

How to Make a Vintage Handbag

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Use a boa and marabou trim to decorate this classically-styled purse.

How to Sew a Quick Purse From Fabric Scraps

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Transform scrap material into a quick and easy pattern-less fabric purse.

How to Applique a Wool Felt Hat

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Create a colorful, chic wool felt hat embellished with dog, bird, flower and star appliques.

How to Make a Leather Passport Holder

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Never lose your passport again: Make this easy leather and fabric holder so your passport is stylish and easy to find.

Canvas Tote

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Robert Stadnycki incorporates his painting skills into another one of his crafty endeavors — totes and purses.

Sew a Playful Flower Brooch

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Add some sunshine and style to a child’s outfit with this soft flower brooch.

How to Create a Collaged Purse

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Assemble Asian-style fabrics to create a unique, stylish purse.

Circle-Spiral Appliqué

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Circle-spiral appliqué involves cutting out a random circle, spiral-cutting into the center of the circle, and then sewing the resulting spiral down to a base fabric with a straight stitch. Courtesy of Etsy.com

Simply Stylish Tote Bag

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Tote bags are a practical and stylish gift for any woman — from teacher to new Mom to Grandmother — simply change the fabric pattern or size to suit the tote's recipient.

Secrets to Selling Your Art at Craft Shows

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Want to sell your work on the craft show circuit? Here’s the inside scoop on making the most of your experience.

DIY Style: How to Make Grommet Curtains

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Add a professional look to your home with this easy drapes DIY.

Turn a Shirt Into an Apron

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Upcycle a button-down shirt into this apron with minimal sewing required.

Creative Genius: Julie Jackson of Subversive Cross-Stitch

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Meet the dark and crafty mind behind the website Subversive Cross-Stitch. Plus, get free downloadable cross-stitch designs!