Welcome to Part 3 of my series showing you how to insert various types of zips into your sewing projects. This week we'll be tackling concealed zips. What is a concealed zip? With this method one fold of the fabric covers the zip entirely. useful for cushions where you do not wish the zip to be visible to allow pattern matching for a seamless look to protect … [Read more...] about How to Insert Zips, Part 3 – Concealed Zips
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How to Insert Zips, Part 2 – Semi-concealed Zips
In the second part of my series about inserting zips into your projects, we'll be looking at how to create semi-concealed zips. What are semi-concealed zips? A semi-concealed zip refers to the way the zip is inserted into the project. With this method the teeth of the zip will not be visible from the right side of the fabric although the stitching will. You may decide … [Read more...] about How to Insert Zips, Part 2 – Semi-concealed Zips
How to Insert Zips, Part 1 – Invisible Zips
This week on the blog I'm looking at how to insert invisible zips. Zips are a fantastic invention, thank you Mr Whitcomb L. Judson (1893), but the nemesis of many a sewer! They have the reputation for being difficult to use. However, if you take your time and follow a few basic guidelines they are really quite straightforward. Types of Zip Zips themselves come in a … [Read more...] about How to Insert Zips, Part 1 – Invisible Zips
Embroidery templates: Thinking outside the box
I'm sure that like me, you try to get the most out of your creative purchases. We all like added value especially when we work hard for our money. So, when I designed my embroidery templates I was keen to explore other ways to use them. Of course you can use these creative suggestions for any templates that you may already have. More than just embroidery templates Alfie, … [Read more...] about Embroidery templates: Thinking outside the box
Achieve: My word for the year
As 2017 draws to a close, I would like to take a little look back over the last 12 months. It's easy to overlook our achievements as we rush through our busy lives. We strive constantly to reach the next goal without really appreciating the things that we have done. Achieve At the beginning of 2017, I chose a word for the year; something to read and keep me focused on my … [Read more...] about Achieve: My word for the year