Hello everyone I carry a reticule with me all the time and have a altoids box that I carry my money in. I would like to cover it with fabric to give it a more historic feel but have no idea of how to go about covering it. Does anyone have any ideas on how to go about this ? I would really...

I finally photographed the entire collectection of exhibits that I entered to the Michigan State Fair this year and have created a website highlighting the over 60 items winning over 54 ribbons, 24 blue ribbons and 5 Best of Show! The exhibit is available for public displays. ...

I have searched my local fabric stores as well as the web with no luck. Does anyone have a source for Red Waistband (2-4 inch wide) elastic like is on boxer shorts. Thanks in advance, Crys

I had an idea that sounded great, but it isn't working out too well - maybe someone here knows the answer. I got some dissolving paper, and ran it through a copy machine to print the pattern on it I wanted to embroider. Then I put a light coat of basting spray on it, and tacked the paper to...

Dear friends, hello! Just wanted to let you know we have posted several free projects and a new free embroidery design. Since it's almost the end of November, the freebie is Christmas related - Santa holding Christmas list: http://www.abc-cross-stitch-patterns.com/Free_Patterns/ The new projects...

Dear friends, hello! Just wanted to let you know we have posted several free projects and a new free embroidery design. Since it's almost the end of November, the freebie is Christmas related - Santa holding Christmas list: http://www.abc-cross-stitch-patterns.com/Free_Patterns/ The new projects...

Does anyone know of a shop that repairs commercial machines (Consew 104)? I have one that needs some serious help. Preferably, a shop in the U.S. Midwest. -- Regards - Don Wagner (All you need is Love)

I have been sewing for years on an old and tired machine with few features and am now in the market for a new one with some handy features. I love the idea of an embroidery machine but also want to do conventional sewing. I have been shopping around and am leaning towards the Husqvarna...

And you can get plans to make them for free at http:lennytaylor.freeyellow.com You can use a variety of "work sock" to make them, but for those who desire the original, I've included a link to a person who sells the socks (I don't have anything to do with them). Enjoy!

And you can get the plans to make them for free at http://lennytaylor.freeyellow.com There's even a link to a dealer who sells the Rockford Red Heel work socks for those who can't find them locally. Take care and enjoy. Lenny

I just finished serging a rib knit pullover. It's a poly/cotton blend and I used a 4 thread overlock. When I pressed the neck seam of the mock turtleneck, the rib has stretched way out of shape including both the body and the collar. Any suggestions? Should I be using a stretch safety stitch...

Hi all This is my first post to this group so bear with my silly questions... I have recently inherited a sewing machine off my grandmother (who passed away last year)....it will be in my possession this weekend. I have absolutely no sewing equipment in my house at the moment and know I will have...

Does anyone know where I can find some Ohio State Fabric??? I've seen some on ebay but can find any other, even in Columbus, Ohio.

Hi, I'm planning to buy a euro pro 7100. Is this a good sewing machine? Also where are euro pro's made? And has anyone found the Euro pro website? Thanks

Well....I now have my sewing machine.....thankyou to all those who offered helpful advice. The machine is an Elna 500 series...it has "Club Computer" written on the side. It is very easy to use and has some interesting looking stitches. I went and bought some bobbins and took the existing one...

Trying to make a headband which consists of a piece of fabric folded several times and cut into at regular intervals to create little 'fingers' which open. Any help? Make time to smell the roses

Hello. This is DietBag.com Do you happen to hear about "Diet Handbag"? Diet Handbag is made by textiles used for sports wear and diet wear. Diet Handags are composed of tote bag, mini bag, shoulder bag and fashion bag. We'll welcome handbag wholesalers. If you want to place an OEM order with...

I am making a ballroom skirt for a costume party my husband and I are attending. I have the skirt put together, with just some finishing and hemming remaining. The top layer is chiffon, and the underlayer is a lining. Each layer is a double skirt. The chiffon also has godets. I am planning to...

I am making a ballroom skirt for a costume party my husband and I are attending. I have the skirt put together, with just some finishing and hemming remaining. The top layer is chiffon, and the underlayer is a lining. Each layer is a double skirt. The chiffon also has godets. I am planning to...

Does anybody know of a source of easy sewing patterns for children? I'm looking for simple projects for a quick to learn six year old. Ideally things like aprons, dolls clothes etc