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28th September 2009
Too often, e-tailers think only in terms of carrying individual products. But according to Lisa Suttora, of http://WhatDoISell.com, “If you’re in the mindset of selling one product to one person, you’re thinking about making a one-time sale, not abo... Read >
Author: wbdoyle
28th September 2009
Too often, e-tailers think only in terms of carrying individual products. But according to Lisa Suttora, of http://WhatDoISell.com, “If you’re in the mindset of selling one product to one person, you’re thinking about making a one-time sale, not abo... Read >
Author: wbdoyle
25th September 2009
Why even bother? For a lot of children, the ones who look good in anything and who have heaps of confidence, I really wouldn’t bother. If your son or daughter throws on their swimsuit and hits the water without a backward glance, it doesn’t matter wha... Read >
Author: Cristina Sanders
24th September 2009
While working from home is the quintessential American dream, financing the entrepreneurial spirit has the potential to quickly turn into the prototypical nightmare. After all, there is equipment to be purchased, licenses or permits to be applied for, and... Read >
Author: wbdoyle
23rd September 2009
Upcycling is trendy, green and economical, but all too often, upcycled projects look - well, upcycled. We've all seen those oh-so-crafty projects that use old CDs to make artwork on the walls, or repurpose old sweaters into sofa cushions. While some of th... Read >
Author: Deb Powers
18th September 2009
Dining room cushions are very easy to make & part of drawing & dining room furnishings. You just need a perfect fabric, sewing needle, machine, thread and scissor or fabric cutter. On the simple colored cushion you can use bright colored, embroidered, kni... Read >
Author: Textile Furnishings
17th September 2009
What contains computer chips, an LCD touch-screen control panel, USB ports and the capability of connecting to the Internet?
The answer: today's high-tech sewing machine. The same advances in digital engineering found inside the latest personal comput... Read >
Author: wbdoyle
17th September 2009
The sewing machine has been around for more than two hundred years now and is still as popular today. Most households have a sewing machine, whether it’s for ornamental use or for taking care of those sewing chores.
The sewing machine was invented to... Read >
Author: wbdoyle
07th September 2009
Swimsuit shopping can be frustrating! It can be quite difficult to find the right bathing suit;the white suit makes you look washed out and the pink bikini shows too much cleavage. Finding the perfect beach wedding dress isn't always a quick process eithe... Read >
07th September 2009
Kids love opening "real" presents—don't resort to offering a gift card for your next birthday gift. You can offer a fun present that your child (or a friend) will enjoy playing with, and get some other real benefits as well. Choose outdoor toys to encou... Read >
Author: Denise.Sanger
07th September 2009
Overview
People of all ages enjoy watching wrestling for all the excitement, the action and drama that it brings. Bodies flying across the ring, the dialogue, the moves all make up and add to the fun of watching wrestling on television. For those who a... Read >
Author: Robert Bell
07th September 2009
The key to creating a “creative” closet is to use your imagination and personalize the space as much as possible. People have hobbies, collections or odd tastes that could be accommodated by a creatively designed closet. Do you like to sew? Do you ... Read >
Author: Charlie Hafter
06th September 2009
Overview
People of all ages enjoy watching wrestling for all the excitement, the action and drama that it brings. Bodies flying across the ring, the dialogue, the moves all make up and add to the fun of watching wrestling on television. For those who a... Read >
Author: Kenny Leones
03rd September 2009
Dress up Rush is a game that is ideal for the ultimate shopping and fashion fanatic. You can now own your own boutique and not only indulge your fashion fetishes but also help other people shop. There will be no need to invest buckets of money to experien... Read >
Author: jessy
28th August 2009
Welcome the new season in style! Prepare to be inspired by our top ten trends for spring.
1. Best of British rocks in the recession
In today's unnerving market, being British is a Trump card; Reuters reported last week that buyers are favouring typica... Read >
Author: A.Deakin
25th August 2009
Modern computerized sewing machines have greatly improved the efficiency of clothes stitching in recent years. Relative to traditional sewing machines, computerized models have greatly reduced the cost and time required to produce and alter high-quality g... Read >
Author: Sally
21st August 2009
Sewing machines can be used as an easier way of producing stitches and various motifs on clothes. All stitch patterns on the clothes that you have use commercial sewing machines for producing the designs.
Commercial Embroidery, machines are easy to m... Read >
Author: joe weiss
12th August 2009
Machine embroidery is described as having two different techniques, of which embroidery digitizing is one of them. The other technique is more of manual means, mainly with the use of a sewing machine. The computerized or digitized technique is what is pop... Read >
Author: keywriterM
11th August 2009
Doll dresses are fun to make. First, however you must learn the rules for beginners to make quality designs. To start you will need to consider fabric. Some people like multi-colored clothing, however the clothes must harmonize to deliver quality dresses.... Read >
Author: Robin Huber
02nd August 2009
Now that you have created patterns to make your porcelain doll dress, you may want to add an apron to enhance her fashion. Aprons are relatively simple to make. You will need material, including 6 inches of light colored plain-woven fabrics (Batiste) to m... Read >
Author: Robin Huber
31st July 2009
For a long time I have been an avid seamstress, and can often be found spending my time designing and creating my own skirts. With fashion queens like Gok Wan encouraging us to make the most of what we have with our clothes and using accessories and add-... Read >
Author: Gen Wright
25th July 2009
A jewellery workshop requires only a small area - a spare room is ideal, but it is essential that it is well lit, and has good ventilation. Professional jewellery usually invest in study purpose built workbench, however a normal working desk or work top c... Read >
Author: Derek Benjamin
20th July 2009
A jewellery workshop requires only a small area - a spare room is ideal, but it is essential that it is well lit, and has good ventilation. Professional jewellery usually invest in study purpose built workbench, however a normal working desk or work top c... Read >
Author: Derek Benjamin
18th July 2009
Pricing your hand-made items correctly is not an easy exercise. You need to do your homework well. The first step is a thorough research. Look at the prices of similar products in local stores, craft markets and on the online marketplace where you intend ... Read >
17th July 2009
Buying Your First Sewing Machine By Arin Rollins at http://www.easysewingtips.com The first item you need to start sewing is a sewing machine! Here are a few tips on finding the perfect starter machine for you:
Begin simple - You do not need all the b... Read >
Author: arollins
11th July 2009
Are you handy with a needle and thread? Do you enjoy sewing clothes for yourself or your children? Are friends and relatives always asking you to make sewing repairs? If so, then you have the perfect beginnings for a work at home sewing business.
Sewin... Read >
Author: Pete Castaneda
28th June 2009
Cacharel is the Paris based fashion house. A French designer Jean Bousquet established the company back in 1964. Mr. Bousquet was the son of a sewing machine trader. His passion and expertise earned him the reputation of being one of the best fashion desi... Read >
Author: peter rock
22nd June 2009
Rag quilts are easy to make with these rag quilt directions.In order to make a rag quilt, you simply need to follow some straightforward rag quilt instructions. The following rag quilt directionsare merely a cursory description, so if you are interested i... Read >
Author: Nicholas Spence
17th June 2009
In our girlhood, a lot of girls have dreamed of designing a wedding dress for their wedding dress. While the wedding ceremony is approaching, considering having the wholesale wedding dresses made will not just be a fantasy but might be a practical way to ... Read >
Author: Yvonne
11th June 2009
How to Make That Unique Handmade Baby Quilt for a Shower Gift
Such an exciting time! A new baby is on the way. Yet how do you find just the right unique gift? One that will not be opened and tossed in the pile at the shower and be forgotten, or one ... Read >
Author: Gregory Camp
11th June 2009
For some purposes and tastes, an eggshell gloss is preferred to the high gloss of shellac or varnish. After thorough drying, usually for 48 hours, an attractive dull finish is produced with a pumice and water rub. Place some finely powdered pumice stone i... Read >
Author: Allison Ryan
03rd June 2009
Quilting has long been an art with the earliest American women creating beautiful quilts to adorn their homes. However, there is much more to it now than there was then. Today’s quilters can take partake in the massive technological advances sine then t... Read >
Author: suegold
13th May 2009
Cornhole is a fun game that can be played with family and friends virtually anywhere you can think of. One of the primary pieces to the game is the cornhole bags. While you can certainly go out and purchase them, you can also make sets of your own. This... Read >
Author: Dave Roth
13th May 2009
Some of the most favorite holidays revolve around the concept of a customer. Halloween is of course the most popular, but costumes can be used for many different occasions, such as birthday parties or masquerade balls. Some of these costumes can be very e... Read >
Author: Joe Deacon
01st May 2009
At present, patchwork fabrics are sold in different colors and patterns since many people are into patchwork and quilting, which can now be considered as art. Patchwork can even be seen in museums as well as private collections. But do you know that pat... Read >
Author: joalesto
27th April 2009
I still remember the excitement of my first sewing course. I made a skirt for my young daughter and was thrilled everytime she wore it. Since then I have enjoyed collecting sewing hints to save time and money.
Here are few of tips that I would like to ... Read >
Author: suegold
27th April 2009
In order to making bags or to make handbag, you need to get together some materials. You can use thick duck cloth for the outside and standard quilting fabric for the inside. You will also need an iron on interfacing, some thread, something to make the ha... Read >
Author: eurohandbag01@gmail.com
23rd April 2009
Many handbag manufacturers make all of their products by hand without the use of industrial machinery except for the use of a sewing machine. The first step in handbag manufacturing is to trust the designer who is creating the new model. This designer tak... Read >
Author: eurohandbag01@gmail.com
17th April 2009
Normally all of creativity is dedicated to running my jewelry business, Trinity London. However, in recent months, I've decided to try my hand at sewing, specifically making teddy bears. Since I only attempted any type of sewing within the past few mont... Read >
Author: suegold
17th April 2009
The art of embroidery is a centuries-old hobby that has gained recent popularity. No longer is embroidery only a past-time for your grandmother! There are new, modern and exciting things to be done and you can think of an imaginative way of embroidery. If... Read >
Author: Mel C
15th April 2009
Congratulations on deciding to buy a new sewing machine, it is a decision that should give you many hours of sewing pleasure and should be a decision you are comfortable and happy that you have made. Unfortunately quite often the shopping experience is no... Read >
Author: suegold
09th April 2009
Porcelain dolls, China dolls, etc, are made up of pottery and/or ceramic. The dolls are small, medium, and sometimes long. The twirps, Mellette, or youthful dolls may benefit from hailspot dresses, apron, shoes, socks, and so on. You can purchase socks an... Read >
Author: Jake Saab
09th April 2009
Presbyopia is a condition that affects everyone with age as they get older and starts in some people as early as 40 years of age. This condition will cause you to have a difficult time reading and seeing close objects. Your vision will be blurry when tr... Read >
Author: Daniel Berry
07th April 2009
Unless you have a timeless antique on your hand, chances are you don’t want your sewing machine to be the focus of your room. The drab plastic covers that usually come with the sewing machine don’t quite help the matter either. The obvious answer is... Read >
Author: Fave Crafts
31st March 2009
Now that you have created patterns to make your porcelain doll dress, you may want to add an apron to enhance her fashion. Aprons are relatively simple to make. You will need material, including 6 inches of light colored plain-woven fabrics (Batiste) to m... Read >
Author: Jake Saab
31st March 2009
Doll dresses are fun to make. First, however you must learn the rules for beginners to make quality designs. To start you will need to consider fabric. Some people like multi-colored clothing, however the clothes must harmonize to deliver quality dresses.... Read >
Author: Jake Saab
16th March 2009
Quilting can be used in many applications, not just making a large quilt. In fact if you've never done any quilting, starting on a smaller item will help you learn without becoming overwhelmed by the sheer size of the project. Whatever you decide to make,... Read >
Author: Mel C
16th March 2009
Every worthwhile craft contains a learning curve and sewing is no exception. But with sewing you not only need to learn the art of sewing, you also need to learn how to use the sewing machine and overlocker. This is not terribly hard to do with a good tea... Read >
Author: Mel C
13th March 2009
You may have a gold mine of idle living space right in your own home. All you have to do is look up. Depending on your home's design and age, your attic may provide the perfect space you've been wanting for that extra bathroom or kids' playroom.
The ... Read >
Author: Mike Askins
10th March 2009
India's vast population is shaping the use of the latest in Bluetooth technology - and in turn is being shaped by it. In Japan, the new generation laptop, is also a blue tooth (wireless protocol) laptop, that will be as small as a fountain pen. It will fi... Read >
Author: lynthomas
23rd February 2009
After crossing the decades even embroidery does not loose its existence. Day by day it is increasing its recognition around the world. Previously it was only known as house hold work or time pass creativity for women or we can say because of its cost, it... Read >
Author: Andrew Harris
20th February 2009
We all know that how difficult it is to buy a sewing machine on our own. It could be very confusing if you do know the basic criteria of the sewing machine. Among them stitchmaster sewing machines are one of the most trusted brands in the present time. It... Read >
Author: Alien
20th February 2009
There has been a lot of murmuring in the sewing market. New products are being launched everyday. Hence it becomes quite difficult for everyone to buy a new sewing machine. Many sewing machines have changed their features completely. These features could ... Read >
Author: Alien
20th February 2009
There is a very peculiar case of the sewing machines. These are one of the most basic necessities for any kind of industry. Their earlier most use was for the garment factory. It was used at that time in order to boost up the production of the garments. T... Read >
Author: Alien
20th February 2009
It is not that the sewing machines are only used in the garment industries. It is also used in the household activities. A person who really likes to sew, love a sewing machine. It is one of the best machines ever made. It gave the fashion a new look alto... Read >
Author: Alien
10th February 2009
The Ramones. It seems that they were inspired by Paul McCartney, who used Ramone as a surname; then all the members of the band adopted this surname despite not being related.
The logo was designed by Arturo Vega, sometime in the 70s; the concept was b... Read >
Author: tugsearch
14th January 2009
Making barstool cushions is a very easy craft project. A sewing machine makes it even easier and your cushions stronger, although you could sew each cushion by hand. Bar stools with backs are even easier to make cushions for, but cushions for barstools wi... Read >
Author: JOwens
13th January 2009
Now that you have created patterns to make your porcelain doll dress, you may want to add an apron to enhance her fashion. Aprons are relatively simple to make. You will need material, including 6 inches of light colored plain-woven fabrics (Batiste) to m... Read >
Author: suegold
12th January 2009
What is franchising? The first thing you may want to know. Franchising is a way of utilizing and practicing somebody else’s way of business. Somebody else’s way of business which is already on the top peak? Here the franchisor gives the power to the ... Read >
Author: w.stickels1@gmail.com
09th January 2009
Many machines were developed during the industrial revolution. Prominent among those were the sewing machine. Sewing machines changed the way people made clothes. Initially, they were only good for sewing heavier fabrics, such as leather, but gradually, s... Read >
Author: MIKE SELVON
09th January 2009
Hair Loss Treatment has come a long way in the last 1000 years or so hasn't it?
Imagine sticking your head under the "family sewing machine" just to make your Hair look good. Tiny little holes poked into your head and then a "specialist" pokes hair into ... Read >
Author: Brons2908
09th January 2009
Hair Loss Treatment has come a long way in the last 1000 years or so hasn't it?
Imagine sticking your head under the "family sewing machine" just to make your Hair look good. Tiny little holes poked into your head and then a "specialist" pokes hair into ... Read >
Author: Brons2908
06th January 2009
Husqvarna sewing machines take sewing to new heights. Beyond making accurate stitches and lighting up a small workspace, these machines combine the advice of avid sewers around the world with modern technological advances for the ultimate experience in se... Read >
Author: Robin OBrien
05th January 2009
AC/DC are on their eighteen month ‘Black Ice Tour’. This is their first world tour in seven years. The band is promoting its latest album ‘Black Ice’. AC DC concert tickets for their ongoing show are on sale.
History
AC/DC is an Australian ... Read >
Author: reed tieri
11th December 2008
Create unique web pages to promote each separate product you are marketing. Gather what counts most to the people. There are four major areas that you must collect information about before creating a marketing plan: business resume, target market, product... Read >
Author: Roos Andy
11th December 2008
Create unique web pages to promote each separate product you are marketing. Gather what counts most to the people. There are four major areas that you must collect information about before creating a marketing plan: business resume, target market, product... Read >
Author: Ravindeer0172
11th December 2008
Create unique web pages to promote each separate product you are marketing. Gather what counts most to the people. There are four major areas that you must collect information about before creating a marketing plan: business resume, target market, product... Read >
Author: Ravindeer0172
08th December 2008
Create unique web pages to promote each separate product you are marketing. Gather what counts most to the people. There are four major areas that you must collect information about before creating a marketing plan: business resume, target market, product... Read >
Author: Roos Andy
08th December 2008
Doll dresses are fun to make. First, however you must learn the rules for beginners to make quality designs. To start you will need to consider fabric. Some people like multi-colored clothing, however the clothes must harmonize to deliver quality dresses.... Read >
Author: suegold
05th December 2008
What is franchising? The first thing you may want to know. Franchising is a way of utilizing and practicing somebody else’s way of business. Somebody else’s way of business which is already on the top peak? Here the franchisor gives the power to the i... Read >
Author: w.stickels1@gmail.com
05th December 2008
Create unique web pages to promote each separate product you are marketing. Gather what counts most to the people. There are four major areas that you must collect information about before creating a marketing plan: business resume, target market, product... Read >
Author: Ravindeer0172
01st December 2008
The concept of laptops developed when more and more people were clamoring for a portable computer they can work with while traveling and carry it to different locations. The laptops that were initially introduced were somewhat crude and lacked the sophist... Read >
Author: Oz
01st December 2008
The concept of laptops developed when more and more people were clamoring for a portable computer they can work with while traveling and carry it to different locations. The laptops that were initially introduced were somewhat crude and lacked the sophist... Read >
Author: Oz
17th November 2008
The Sizzling summer is over and it's time to celebrate the magic of monsoon which evokes different feelings in different peoples. Despite the monsoon, or because of it, HolidayMasti Unlimited Discount plan their holidays in the winter season. It makes sen... Read >
Author: Santosh Kumar
27th October 2008
(From the Making Roman Shades series)
One of my favorite styles of roman shades is the london shade. The london shade has softness that offers a traditional feel, but can be incorporated into any room and style.
London shades are often seen as london ... Read >
Author: Jenny T.
23rd October 2008
(From the Making Roman Shades series)
When decorating your room that requires light control and privacy... like your bedroom... roman shades immediately come to mind. Roman shades are the perfect window treatment for just about any room. Roman Shades c... Read >
Author: Jenny T.
20th October 2008
The Ramones. It seems that they were inspired by Paul McCartney, who used Ramone as a surname; then all the members of the band adopted this surname despite not being related.
The logo was designed by Arturo Vega, sometime in the 70s; the concept was b... Read >
Author: tugsearch
15th October 2008
Diwali 2008 festival offer – homeshop18 offering best diwali offer on latest home appliances like air conditioner, air purifier, fans, geysers, heaters, irons, lights, microwave ovens, refrigerator, sewing machine, vacuum cleaners, washing machine and m... Read >
Author: Brendon Long
02nd October 2008
While working at home is the quintessential American dream, financing of entrepreneurship has the potential to quickly turn the prototype into a nightmare. After all, there is equipment to buy, licenses or permits to be sought, and probably also a good am... Read >
Author: CACL
24th September 2008
Your home’s laundry – the epitome of hygiene. One area of the household that also almost every family cannot do without. While in some houses, the laundry may be a small portion of a room, in bigger mansions or large apartments, the laundry may consti... Read >
Author: Shania Scott
12th September 2008
Infants can join in on the fun on Halloween too. There is nothing cuter than an infant, unless of course it is an infant in costume. Infant Halloween costumes often are based on animals, occasionally are based on story book characters, and rarely are scar... Read >
Author: Kristie Brown
10th September 2008
Easy baby quilt patterns make the best gift for baby and mommy! Moms can never have too many baby quilts and one made especially for her baby will certainly become a treasured heirloom.
It isn't necessary to spend hours toiling away on a baby quilt, ea... Read >
Author: Penny Halgren
09th September 2008
A lot of people have fun playing the Cornhole game, but they as well enjoy conflicting to each other on some of the specific things. One of these arguments is that where the game has originated from, and the other argument is whether it is good to make us... Read >
Author: Alien
09th September 2008
Have you ever played the bean bag game? You can play the game yourself, but it is generally more enjoyable with family members and friends. On the other hand, if you wish to learn to play it perfectly, prior to you begin enjoying the game with others you ... Read >
Author: Alien
03rd September 2008
A vital part of the U. S. economy, creating 80% of its jobs and accounting for nearly 40% of its private sales are the small medium business. They consists of farmers, start up companies in high technology or micro-business entrepreneurs.
There are a... Read >
Author: klyendrsn
03rd September 2008
A vital part of the U. S. economy, creating 80% of its jobs and accounting for nearly 40% of its private sales are the small medium business. They consists of farmers, start up companies in high technology or micro-business entrepreneurs.
There are a... Read >
Author: klyendrsn
27th August 2008
Albert Einstein used a technique for deep thinking, which he referred to as "thought experiments." He didn't invent the technique, but perhaps made it more popular. It was essentially the practice of relaxing and setting a visualization in motion while wa... Read >
Author: Steve Gillman
24th August 2008
Have you ever encountered this problem? You are working on stitching together two pieces of fabric with your sewing machine when suddenly the thread on your machine snaps. Rendering you unable to finish the final touches on your project. This problem ofte... Read >
Author: Kristina Brown
24th August 2008
Imagine this, sewing a simple straight seam with your new sewing machine and the needle breaks. The first impulse that comes to mind is that the machine is broken and needs to be returned, however a majority of the time needle breakage is a user problem r... Read >
Author: Kristina Brown
22nd August 2008
The three largest franchise companies in the world Yum! Brands, McDonald's, and Subway between them operate nearly 100,000 locations. Franchising is big business and there are many companies that have gotten in on the act. So how did the modern franchise ... Read >
Author: Cash Miller
21st August 2008
Quilting is a hobby and an art form that has been around for years. There are many reasons to become interested in quilting. Maybe you are just looking for something to do in your free time, or maybe you are looking for a way to connect with a beloved gra... Read >
Author: MIKE SELVON
14th August 2008
Babies look cute in whatever you dress them. And if it is smoked then even cuter. Smocking is a type of embroidery where elastic is fitted in and the material is gathered up. Smocking works instead of buttons and other fasteners.
For babies it is ideal... Read >
Author: Jennie
10th July 2008
The Husqvarna Mega Quilter offers a 9x6 sewing area and 1600 stitches per minute.
Many quilters enjoy piecing and finishing their quilts by hand. Some machine quilters are content with the results their regular sewing machine provides. Quilters who wan... Read >
Author: Penny Halgren
06th July 2008
The eye-pleasing craft known as embroidery has become more popular than ever. Machine embroidery has two sets of functions. It can be used as a sewing machine, designing designs manually and also using a specially designed embroidery machine to create des... Read >
Author: Jennie
21st June 2008
When I was growing up things were much different than they are now. We lived in a very small down and we were allowed to play for most of the day away from home. You did not hear about child abductions or non custodial parents snatching their children. In... Read >
Author: Slavco Stefanoski
20th May 2008
Mannequins have been around for thousands of years but their use in store display is more recent. Kings and Queens who were concerned about their appearance, like the ancient pharaohs, would have a dress form made to their body dimensions. The court dress... Read >
Author: Stephen Jhonson
13th April 2008
You can create your own t shirt in a matter of minutes simply by taking an old shirt and adding something to it. Many teenagers shop at the local thrift stores for used t shirts and create their own logos and designs on them to make them stand out in a cr... Read >
Author: lazysubmit
13th April 2008
Sometimes it seems like we don't notice all our home's flaws until it comes time to sell. Because we live in our home every day, we become accustomed to dealing with minor annoyances, and tend to overlook the gradual accumulation of natural wear and tear.... Read >
Author: Branden Schroeder
02nd April 2008
Sewing machines means stitching material like cloth and leather, these machines have a needle and shuttle to hold thread and powered by electricity, waterpower or treadle etc. it’s highly distributed home appliance and has become an important part in in... Read >
Author: Imran Malik
26th March 2008
As any mother with a young child will tell you, babies grow very quickly. So for new mothers, making the most out of baby clothes is of the utmost importance. So what do you do when those onesies just don't quite snap anymore? How do you get an extra mont... Read >
Author: Frank12
25th March 2008
As any mother with a young child will tell you, babies grow very quickly. So for new mothers, making the most out of baby clothes is of the utmost importance. So what do you do when those onesies just don't quite snap anymore? How do you get an extra mont... Read >
Author: Frank12
20th February 2008
Mannequins have been around for thousands of years but their use in store display is more recent. Kings and Queens who were concerned about their appearance, like the ancient pharaohs, would have a dress form made to their body dimensions. The court dress... Read >
Author: Stephen Jhonson
14th February 2008
How do you sew a rolled hem?
Raw edges of fabric are prone to fraying and they look unfinished.
The other day, we were setting up a big party for family and friends to celebrate the soon to be birth of our seventh grandchild and our second gran... Read >
Author: David Trumble
13th February 2008
Alteration by hand on a cloth can be a very tough job and may take up a lot of valuable time. But if looked at this aspect the other what round alteration done by hand has it own positive points. Some tailoring jobs which cannot be done with the sewing ma... Read >
Author: JessicaThomson
11th February 2008
Alteration is often necessary to achieve good fit in a garment. Making adjustments or alterations before the garment is cut from fabric will eliminate many problems. Collection of alteration guidelines to solve women's most common fitting problems. A comf... Read >
Author: JessicaThomson
08th February 2008
To measure the loudness of sound, a unit of measurement called a decibel (dB) is used. A decibel is one tenth of a bel (B), or the unit of measurement devised by engineers of the Bell Telephone Laboratory to quantify the level of sound reduction when a t... Read >
Author: Dr. Theodore Herazy
04th February 2008
Corsetry has long been a fascinating topic. Many today see the corset as the ultimate item of sexy womens underwear. Others see the corset as a symbol of the binding and restriction that women once faced. This dichotomy of power and lack of power gives th... Read >
Author: Mary Jane
30th January 2008
Earlier in beginning you need to assemble a selection of t-shirts. We may want to use old t-shirts in your house, or you can try scouring flea markets and thrift stores for a variety of styles. Do remember that licensed shirts or those with logos sell bet... Read >
Author: Robert Palmer
08th August 2007
You can design patterns for hobbies crafts, and make a lot of money.
Now for the bad news
* You have to learn all the basics and work advanced patterns too before you can start.
* Designing is an art. Does every artist make money? No.
* Copyright ... Read >
Author: James Kronefield
08th August 2007
Let me tell you a story of how I learned about the most important part on my sewing machine. I had just finished teaching a beginning sewing class to a group of eight year olds. The words were still ringing in my own ears.
“Never, never put your ... Read >
Author: David Trumble
06th August 2007
What is a “yoke”? “A scant quarter”? or a “serged edge”?
Maybe you can remember sitting in a group of people and wondering what language they were talking. It sure did not seam like English, but it did not sound much like any other lan... Read >
Author: David Trumble
31st July 2007
The HP Compaq NX6125- 64 Bit turion notebook
Many years ago, when you buy a computer, certainly it will be a heavy computer as big a sewing machine. But advancement in technology has made it possible to be use a small machine that is much lighter, fa... Read >
Author: fatalus
26th July 2007
What is a “yoke”? “A scant quarter”? or a “serged edge”?
Maybe you can remember sitting in a group of people and wondering what language they were talking. It sure did not seam like English, but it did not sound much like any other lan... Read >
Author: Dr. David Trumble
26th July 2007
There are so many things that we can do to fill our time. Through the years my hobbies have changed based on what stage in life I am in. When I was in high school I loved to sew. I made many of the clothes that I wore and I also sewed some clothing for my... Read >
Author: Richard Henderson
05th July 2007
Next to your sewing machine, your iron is your most important piece of equipment for sewing.
For the best results with your sewing projects you should start every project by pressing the pieces of fabric to be cut, and then pressing in between every li... Read >
Author: Kristi Borchardt
07th June 2007
Even if your child is 3 years old, the only question you must ask yourself to determine if a person is ready to learn to sew is: Will they obey the MOST important rule in sewing?
What is this rule? - Keep your fingers out from under the needle!!!!! When... Read >
Author: Kristi Borchardt
07th June 2007
The variety of embroidery sewing machines is amazing. There is no stitch or pattern
that sophisticated modern machines can't perform. But how do you find a sewing
machine that is best for you? Let's look at what is currently available on the
market ... Read >
Author: Tatyana Turner
22nd May 2007
In the early years of America’s history the settlers lived in log cabins. These cabins were for the most part functional. You could still find lots of cracks and crevices where the cold air would seep into the home. To correct this situation the women a... Read >
Author: Peter Gitundu
11th May 2007
There are so many over the counter gifts that a mom could buy for his baby boy's birthday, but what is that one thing that you could give your baby boy that would make you smile every time you see him? Right...A personalized baby gift that a mom could mak... Read >
Author: Tim Lee
06th May 2007
Are you handy with a needle and thread? Do you enjoy sewing clothes for yourself or your children? Are friends and relatives always asking you to make sewing repairs? If so, then you have the perfect beginnings for a work at home sewing business.
Sewi... Read >
Author: John Elliott
27th March 2007
The dictionary defines necessities as anything indispensable. A range which takes it and justifiably so, far beyond elementary needs like food, clothing, and shelter.
As civilization progressed and the ape descended from the tree to walk upright, and the... Read >
Author: Gabriel Rise
10th February 2007
Planning a wedding is one of the most special times of life, but it can also be the most difficult because of the many details you need to take care of and the expense of all the arrangements. Brides and grooms need to think about floral arrangements, cat... Read >
Author: Renae Judkins
23rd January 2007
The process of embroidery has come a long way thanks to the invention of embroidery machines and software. There are several types of machinery, differing types of thread, and differing types of stitches used in the embroidery process. Here is a look at h... Read >
Author: Angela Oliver
03rd January 2007
Imagine using your crafting skills to make money.This is very appealing to most, and especially toanyone who may not be able to take a job outsidetheir home.Although legitimate ways to market your crafting skillsexist: consider the following warnings.Craf... Read >
smallbizbits
29th December 2006
There was a time in the world when mom or grandma would make their children's school clothes, repair garments by hand, and make stuffed animals and gifts for the neighbors. Children arrived on the first day of school wearing a new handmade dress or unifo... Read >
Author: Adrienne Hughes
21st December 2006
Despite the common assumption that anyone can make their own duvet cover sets, even when it comes to double duvet covers (which many find challenging when it comes to placing them on their duvet), the process is not as simple as that. Just contemplate the... Read >
Author: David Yrui
16th November 2006
If you are looking for a handicraft gift idea to make for someone special, perhaps that person would like an apron. When we think of aprons, we often think of mothers and grandmothers in the kitchen, but men can often benefit from having an apron as well.... Read >
Author: Tri Bros Broda
16th November 2006
If you need a gift for a special person, or just need some time to unwind, make a creative handicraft. Crafting is therapeutic when you are feeling stressed, and it also can yield a useful or decorative item. Everyone has some measure of creativity, and w... Read >
Author: Tri Bros Broda
16th November 2006
You are in your new home, or you just moved ,it's time to be prepared for all cases.So smartly you decide to insure your home and belongings. You may feel overwhelmed by the prospect of listing everything that needs coverage. Your home insurance provid... Read >
Author: Mary Chiolou
15th November 2006
Copyright 2006 Monique Hawkins
Many love music boxes. For the music box and antique collectors who are creative and like trying new things, making their own music box creation would be a great way to test their creative ability. In addition, if one kno... Read >
Author: monique hawkins
09th October 2006
If you enjoy helping your friends and family put together outfits to wear to all sorts of occasions, you could find a lot of joy in a fashion design career. You would have ultimate freedom in the clothing you created and it would only be limited by your ... Read >
Author: kok swee onn
04th October 2006
The Internet is full of ads for work at home opportunities promising you thousands of dollars a month for staying at home while doing little or no work. If you are struggling financially, as so many people are, these ads sound like the answer to your drea... Read >
Author: Chris Chenoweth
31st August 2006
Most of us have enjoyed having our own Christmas stocking, an empty sock or shaped bag that we hang up on Christmas Eve so that Santa Claus can fill it with small toys, candy, fruit, coins, and other small gifts. These are called stocking fillers or stuf... Read >
Author: Jen Carter
21st August 2006
Adding contemporary fabric curtains to your windows can be a lot of fun. You will find that when you make these yourself, you are going to get a great pair of sheer fabric curtains, and you will also get the satisfaction of making something decorative for... Read >
Author: Mariette Wingeier
17th August 2006
Bosch power tools are ruggedly constructed to endure rough treatment and still provide precision service. They are innovators in the field of power tools having introduced several over the years. They build ergonomically friendly tools with lower vibra... Read >
Author: Logan Shidel
25th July 2006
You can get some great deals on sewing machines when you purchase them online. Companies that sell them don't have to worry about the overhead of a brick and mortar store and you get the convenience of having the sewing machine shipped to your front door.... Read >
Author: Melissa Rayn
04th June 2006
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Empty nest syndrome can be quite depressing for parents who have kids going off to school for the first time. But melancholy moms and dads can now rejoice. When your child leaves for college, you can renovate hi... Read >
Author: Kaja Gam
07th May 2006
Normally all of creativity is dedicated to running my jewelry business, Trinity London. However, in recent months, I've decided to try my hand at sewing, specifically making teddy bears. Since I only attempted any type of sewing within the past few mon... Read >
Author: Michelle Yau
07th May 2006
In the first of many articles I want to share with readers some of the fundamentals of sewing and hopefully impart some tips, tricks and techniques I have learned. To begin with here are some useful definitions for various types of stitch.
Uneven Tacki... Read >
Author: Paul Frith
01st April 2006
How many feet do you have? Or I should say, how many feet does your sewing machine have?
Once upon a time there was a sewing machine with one foot, one foot for sewing a straight stitch.
Now there are sewing machines with many feet and they all do ... Read >
Author: Carmel Baird
15th March 2006
In 1847 in a small town in Giengen, Germany a baby girl was born. She was named Margaret Steiff. Her childhood vigor was cut short when she contracted polio at the age of 2. Although confined to a wheelchair for the rest of her life, she became a model fo... Read >
Author: Sharon Lauer
12th March 2006
In continuation of the "Why Study Math" series of articles, here we look at another conic section: the ellipse. The four conic sections, in order from most popularly known to least, are the circle, the ellipse, the parabola, and the hyperbola. Remember ... Read >
Author: Joe Pagano
22nd February 2006
Everyone likes to save money. With your sewing, it is easier to do than you might think. Andthink about this, the more you save, the more you will have put aside when you want that special fabric or that new sewing machine.
Here are a few ideas to h... Read >
Author: Carmel Baird
17th December 2005
Planning to remodel, repair or build a new home? Looking for some terrific features to include that can save you tons of time in shortcuts, efficiencies and saved steps? We can help! We started collecting over 1,000 uncommon, affordable convenience built-... Read >
Author: Carol Abrahamson
15th August 2005
How to Make a Wheat Heating Pad
Christine Miserandino, ButYouDontLookSick.com C2005. All Rights
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Ingredients for this project:
Any thick material (this project calls for 18",but you can make the
heating pad any size you want
sewi... Read >
Author: Christine Miserandino
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