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Thread Types

Rayon and polyester are the most common embroidery threads. Always choose a good quality thread to ensure the best results with your embroidery . http://www.secretsof.com/content/3740

Content

http://www.shopnbc.com/ShoppingGuides/Content.aspx?id=34 ¾ Sleeve: A sleeve that comes to midway on the forearm.
There is such a tremendous selection of fabrics available; the job of choosing fabric can be overwhelming.

Choosing Fabrics

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Designer Navy Lightweight Cotton Jersey Knit Fabric # NV-48

http://www.trimfabric.com/nv-48.html Welcome to Trim Fabric online fabric store, we carry extensive fashion fabrics of unique wool fabric, cotton fabric, silk fabric, linen fabric, upholstery fabric, decorative trims, lace trimming, jacquard ribbons and notions, both trendy and traditional, whether your needs are exotic or ordinary, every client is sure to find the right material for their newest designs.
http://phrontistery.info/fabric.html This is a rather odd category, listing 269 names of kinds of fabric and cloth.

Definitions and Descriptions of Fabric and Cloth

Looking for the right Singer sewing machine foot to do the job? If you're zig-zag stitching, you need a different foot than when you're sewing in a hidden zipper (zig-zag foot shown to the left), which is different than the foot you need for sewing flat buttons (did you know most Singer sewing machines can sew in a flat button with the right foot to do the job?) http://www.sewsing.com/feet.php

Singer Sewing Machine Feet

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Corset making secrets

When binding your corset, take the time to do it well. Measure and pin where the binding needs to be - it must be even on both sides - and baste a line around to show where the binding needs to go. Trim the edge evenly and sew the binding on.
David Coffin Duct-tape dress form (above) uses ordinary duct-tape as both the body-casting material and the final form.

Clone Yourself A Fitting Assistant

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