The neckline flounce is a style that allows you to stretch and wear the neckline off the shoulder through the use of an elastic casing. This one can be a bit tricky so you'll want to watch this demonstration to see how it's done.
Flounce Neckline
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Sewing with Flannel
Don't let the soft, cuddly fabric that is flannel fool you. While easy to work with, it's not perfect and there are some things you should know about. Check out this video before using flannel for your quilt, pajama, or shirt needs.
Double Threaded Back Stitch
If you love doing hand sewing, especially when it comes to decorative stitches, you'll want to try the double threaded back stitch. This intricate looking stitch is floss woven through a basic back stitch to create a braided appearance. This demo shows you how it's done.
Scallop Neckline
Why settle for a boring neckline when you can create an eye-catching one. This video demonstration will take you step-by-step through the process of sewing a scalloped design to the neckline of a bodice.
Pet Costume – Pirate Edition
Make your little furry friend into a swashbuckling pirate who sails the seven seas. Free pattern and tutorial for making a pirate pet costume that includes a cute hat and bandana.
Puff Sleeve with Elastic Hemline
Want a sleeve befitting a princess? This tutorial will take you through the steps of creating a puff sleeve with a stretchy hemline due to having elastic inserting into a casing.
Bishop Sleeve
The bishop sleeve is a puffed style sleeve that is gathered at the bottom and finished with a sleeve band. While it has some similarities to sewing an inset sleeve, you'll want to watch to see the full construction process.
All About Pleats
While a pleat might be a simple fold the fabric, when it comes to sewing and garment construction, there are different types in order to create different looks. This video is a general overview on the purpose of pleats and the most common ones you'll come across in your sewing journey.
Sewing with Silk Fabric
Want to start working with a fabric as luxurious as silk to make some high-quality garments but are afraid of wasting your money? Watch this video to get some handy tips on how to sew with silk so you can get started with confidence.
Ruffler Foot
Want to create ruffles, pleats, and gathers in a fraction of the time compared to doing them by hand? You'll want to grab a ruffler foot for your sewing machine. But they can be a little tricky to use. Watch this video to see a demo on how they work.