Wide assortments of sewing machines with features that range from basic to the state-of-the-art are available that can perform make difficult tasks at the push of a button. As there are a number of machines, finding the best sewing machine can be a wearisome task. To purchase a quality sewing...

I've made a rather large stockingknit stitch shawl that I appliqued w/ knitted leaves on one side - would like to line the inside to hide the attaching stitches. Not much of a seamstress, although I do own a machine. Cascade 220 wool used, so kinda bulky. How to do? Thanks!

Does anyone know of an online site that has instructions for sewing kitted pieces together? (seams) thanks Mavia

Hi everyone! I'm just completing that rush job of a piano-key scarf. I've decided to back it in black satin. I'm thinking that I can't do it like regular fabric by stitching it inside out and turning because then, I'd have lumpy edges. I am thinking of making my own seam binding out of the same...

I hate sewing. I hate sewing. I hate sewing. I mentioned earlier that I had to make an apron today. Pretty simple, you would think. I went to school to use the clothing lab, so that I could make a mess, clean it up, and not be interrupted. Well! This apron is a kind of pop-over-the-head, and quite...

A freind asked me ro make some underwear for some of the dolls in her collection, i sewed the items from an old pantyhose, but than crocheted some nice lace finishing ,,,, I took Praline embroidery thread and with a Crochet hook number 3 i stuck the hook in the cloth , made 4 chains and stuck it...

Windy, The check arrived today, thank you Very much!!!! Hugs, Noreen -- STRIP * tease * to email me.

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...

Thanks Stella for the wonderful squares. I am not at all concerned with the colors. I am glad you are able to knit and crochet, and have something to help you pass the time. Thanks for sending them...they arrived just fine. Prayers continue for you and your hubbie. Hugs, Susan

I received my package from Kristine today. In it were 4 very different, but lovely, squares, 2 knit and 2 crocheted. Kristine also include 2 handmade German dolls and 2 postcards of a Castle in Germany. Thank you so much! Janise

Hi Everyone, Here is your partner for Sept. Latecomers are still welcome to sign up. Michelle & Dawn Cher & Maria Janise & Katherine Hutter

Hello Kathy, Kathy you have been chosen to be my 6x6 square partner fr September ,Send me color preference ,and whether you prefer knit or crochet.And send Addressin an e-mail. Stella

More than I thought :) Two hairy mohair scarves (frogged the third when I found a dropped stitch way back near the beginning) Six caps for the Taos booth Garter shawl, which turned out to be too small for me, so I sent it to Taos

Hi all, Still here, just busy as all getout. I did manage to make 3 skinny scarves in September. One from Lion Brand Fun Fur, one in Bernat's Boa, and a really wonderfully soft one in Zitron's Filou. Actually made these in the round on 16 sts rather than make flat and sew up, so the fuzzy...

We have possible snow forecast for tonight with 80 kph gusty winds. Ick Ick. (Manitoba) Anyhow, I'm pleased to report I STARTED and FINISHED the following items for September: Camouflage coloured hoodie for 10 y/o grandson Cream/charcoal coloured V-neck sweater for 12 y/o grandson Chunky...

I was productive this month. I finished 4 6x6 squares and the back of DS's tent, er, sweater. That's it! WIP's...tie, from Knitty.com for DH And I have to cast on the front of previously mentioned sweater! Janise

Well it's hard to believe that another month is completed and it's time to report again all finished items. This month I really haven't got a lot to report but have lots of WIP. Finished items 1 pair knit slippers for Markham Fair competition 1 11x5 inch cross-stitch finished and framed for...

Ells i received you two fabulous squares today - thank you very much. I love the colours - and you dyed them yourself - how clever of you , I cannot imagine doing that. The embroidery is really lovely and the silk you dyed in fantastic - thank you too for the "extra lengths". I ,of course,...

Hi Nora, I have received two lovely moss stitch squares from Pirjo, in different shades of blue. Thanks Pirjo! Sue -- Sue in East Anglia, UK

I received my beautiful purple and lavender squares today from Liz. They are GREAT! Thanks again, Liz! Hugs, Susan Susan Grandma to Lolly and Max