Add belt loops to your waistband and no one will guess your garment is homemade. This tutorial shows you how easy it really is.
Belt Loop
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Narrow Hem
The narrow hem is perfect for knits and Professor Pincushion shows you how easy it is to create an even looking narrow hem.
Elastic Seam Casing
This tutorial will show you how to convert an existing seam allowance into an elastic casing.
Dear Professor Pincushion – Fabric Stash
Professor Pincushion's humorous take on the fabric stash
Shirt Peplum
The peplum, as a design detail, has returned. Learn the steps needed in order to create a sophisticated peplum for your own garments.
Princess Seams
In this demonstration, we tackle the princess seam. We offer tips and tricks to make sure that your seams turn out beautiful.
T-Shirt Dress Pattern
Take your t-shirt/tank top bodice pattern and learn how to convert it into a tshirt dress pattern.
Bodice Lining
Learn what it takes to add a lining to a bodice for a professional looking garment.
Hand Beading
While time consuming, hand beading can be an elegant embellishment to add to your projects. Learn what tools are best for hand beading and also different techniques you can use to create different looks.
Hand Sewing Needles 101
Not all hand sewing needles are equal and it's important to pick the right needle for the job. This educational tutorial covers the different types, needle sizes and how to thread them.