Zipper Shortening, Tapered Pants Legs and Skirt Hems
How do I shorten a zipper? Most zippers can be shortened in one of two ways. If it’s an open-top zipper (like a separating jacket zipper), simply extend the excess… Read more »
Monthly Archives: October 2009
Terry Cloth Loops, Frogs and Skipped Stitches
Questions du jour and some answers: How do I repair terry cloth loops? Can I just cut them? It’s best not to simply cut the snagged loops as they may… Read more »
Fall Quilt Market 2009
Each fall quilt shop owners descend upon Houston, Texas for the extravaganza of the season–Quilt Market. They come to buy things that they later sell to us in their stores. As a… Read more »
Top DIY Halloween Costumes for 2009
Halloween is the one time of year when it’s socially acceptable – and expected – to wear something totally over-the-top, absolutely ridiculous, or perfectly funny. Sewers and crafters of all… Read more »
Off to Fall Quilt Market
I’m about ready to get on a plane to Houston, Texas to attend one of the industry’s largest events–Quilt Market. You’ve probably heard about it, or its counterpart Quilt Festival…. Read more »