[…] a single-color binding (To make the binding “disappear” into the shrug, as in our second sample, use the same fabric for the main body and the binding.) Thread that matches your fabric (50-80 wt. for the lighter-weight fabric) Temporary marking tool Basic sewing supplies NOTE:This tutorial uses several different seam allowances, so pay attention […]
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[…] Sewing Machine Cover Materials Fabric! (see details below) Cutting mat Rotary cutter Ruler Iron and ironing board Straight pins Wonder Clips Temporary marking tool Simple sewing machine Thread 1 pkg. extra-wide, double-fold bias tape (3 yd. long, 1/2″ wide) 1 roll Con-Tact brand grip premium liner (20″ x 4′) Basting spray or pins Tailor’s clapper […]
[…] a little bit and used some Kona solids I had on hand.) Kona Terracotta and Kona Brown.) 90/14 Needle. I use a basic Universal 90/14. 40 wt. thread. I used Aurifil Muslin 40 wt., but if you only have 50 wt. that will be fine too, just make sure you are using a brand […]
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[…] Tree Ornament Tutorial Fabric – you don’t need much, so scraps will do! Poly-Fil stuffing Ribbon Hera marker or temporary marking tool Tailor’s Clapper Simple Sewing Machine Thread Cutting mat Rotary cutter Ruler Straight pins Iron & ironing board or pressing mat Needle for hand sewing Scissors Step 1: Cut the Ornament Fabric This Christmas […]
[…] extra sturdy for many many years to come. Some of you may even prefer the aesthetic of machine stitches because you can use different embroidery stitches or thread colors to jazz up this part of your quilt. So friends, read on to learn how to machine bind a quilt, including a hack that will […]
[…] to set a reminder to get this fabulous pattern on January 11. hand quilting my Planetarium quilt hand quilting my Planetarium quilt I used Aurifil 8 weight Thread to hand quilt my Planetarium quilt | suzyquilts.com I used Aurifil 8 weight Thread to hand quilt my Planetarium quilt | suzyquilts.com Star and Moon Quilt […]
[…] fabric, it’s a piece of scrap fabric you send through your sewing machine before piecing part of your quilt. This is helpful if you have ever experienced thread bunching at the beginning of your stitches or your feed dogs “eating” the corners of your fabric. It makes your seams more secure because sometimes it […]
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