1. Trace the bodice-front sloper. Cut out the tracing and the dart. 2. Draw the line for the French dart (Fig. 51a). This is a guideline for positioning the new darts. 3. Locate the position of the new darts 1/2 inch away on each side of the guideline. End the lines 1/2 inch from the [...]

You will have to admit that dividing the dart control so it comes from many different ‘directions, each vying for attention, can be very distracting (Fig. 49a). However, an equal number of darts on the same seam line are another matter. Repetition in a row is a time honored method of achieving harmony and interest [...]

The Basics Home decorator sewing requires the same basic equipment as dressmaker sewing, with the addition of tools for measuring windows and furniture. Using the proper equipment makes the work easier and the results more satisfying. 1) Needle threader eases threading of hand and machine needles. 2) Pins with plastic or glass heads are easier [...]

SIZE: 41/2″ high MATERIALS Knit Cro Sheen crochet cotton – 72 yds (or bedspread weight crochet cotton, Size 7 steel crochet hook Styrofoam ball 1-1/2″ diameter Styrofoam ball 3″ diameter Styrofoam cone 9″ high GAUGE: RNDS 1-3 = 21/2″ INSTRUCTIONS Ch 8, sl st to form a ring. RND 1: Ch3 (first dc). Work 23 [...]

Display this cheery gingerbread house as a reminder of the home-baked goodness of the season. With its removable roof, it doubles as a unique container for individually wrapped goodies. GINGERBREAD GOODIE HOUSE Size: 8″ w x 11″ h x 8″ d Supplies: Worsted weight yarn (refer to color key), seven 105/8″ x 135/8″ sheets of [...]

Here’s the perfect gift for Grandparents Day (September 9) – a heart-tugging wall hanging that names all the grandchildren. For extra sentimental appeal, let the children stitch their own personalized hearts. Large Heart Size: 13V2″w x lOV2″h Small Heart Size: 3Ys”w x 3″h Supplies: Worsted weight yarn (refer to color key), two lOV2″ X 13V2″ [...]

Here’s a new idea for plastic canvas – fashion accessories for your hair! This stylish set offers four pretty pieces’ to top off your wardrobe, what a clever idea! Headband Size: 1-1/4″w Large Barrette Size: 4-1/2″ w x 2-3/8″ h Small Barrette Size: 3-1/4 “w x 1-3/8 ” h Comb Size: 3-7/8″ w x 1-1/2″ [...]

Carrying a lunch to school can be lots of fun with this colorful lunch sack! Stitched with bright designs, our unique tote features convenient handles that are just right for little ones to hold Size: 5 -1/2 “w x 10 -1/4 “h x 3 -1/8″ d Supplies: Worsted weight yarn (refer to color key), two [...]

What is a balloon Dress? (In a nut shell) The balloon dress or balloon skirt is two garment in one, first you have a straight skirt and next you have a gather skirt, your straight skirt will be about one or two inches shorter than your gather skirt, you gather the bottom and top of [...]

1. Measure directly up from the dart point the amount you wish to lengthen the dart. Mark the new dart point. 2. Draw new dart legs starting at the ends of the original darts and ending at the raised dart point The broken lines in diagram shown represent the original darts; the solid lines, the [...]