By: kayte terry It’s fun to experiment with old crafting techniques and then use them in modern ways. In this project, I’ve taken a page from paper piecing for quilting. This technique creates geometric shapes to serve as appliqué. Paper piecing is a method for making perfect geometric shapes in quilting. The results are stunning, [...]
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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 [...]
Box pillows can be used for cushions as well as for casual pillows. They are firm because of the boxing strip that is sewn between the pillow front and back. K- Cutting Directions Cut pillow front and back 1″ (2.5 cm) larger than finished pillow. Cut the boxing strip with length equal to distance around [...]