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How much fabric do you need for a no sew blanket? What is this? For a child-sized blanket, you’ll need to purchase two different pieces of fleece fabric measuring 1.5 yards. For an adult-sized blanket purchase two lengths of fabric measuring 3 yards. What fabric can you use for a no sew blanket? I’ve always …
Should you sew left to right or right to left? Unless otherwise specified, sew from right to left if you’re right-handed and from left to right if you’re left-handed. Do you sew on the top or bottom? Start sewing at the very top edge of the fabric, sew 3 or 4 stitches then reverse back …
Can I use class 66 bobbins? Class 66 Bobbins A Plastic 66 Class bobbin. … Just like Class 15 bobbins, they can be purchased in plastic or metal. Most modern machines of this class will have a plastic one. Again, they can be interchanged, but it is not recommended. Are Class 15 and Class 66 …
What year did sewing bee start? Series 1 (2013) The first series of The Great British Sewing Bee started on 2 April and aired for four episodes, concluding on 23 April 2013. The series was hosted by Claudia Winkleman and the judges were WI tutor May Martin and Patrick Grant of Savile Row. Is the …
No, you do not need to flat iron your hair for a sew-in. How do I prepare my hair for a sew in? Fresh Start. Make sure that your hair is washed with shampoo and conditioner before you install the sew-in extensions. You can’t install them on dirty hair and this is probably an obvious …
Tailored fit is a sleek and timeless style of suit. It is not as roomy as a Regular Fit suit and less fitted than a Slim or Skinny Fit suit. This fit features a shaped waist and clean lines which allow for a stylish and dapper silhouette. What is difference between tailored fit and regular? …
The Kutch Embroidery is a handicraft and textile signature art tradition of the tribal community of Kutch District in Gujarat, India. This embroidery with its rich designs has made a notable contribution to the Indian embroidery traditions. What is most striking feature of popular Gujarati embroidery? It is characterised by its use of bright colours, …
While regular cleaning is usually enough to maintain your sewing machine, Janome recommends oiling the machine at least once a year. Use a good quality lubricant specifically designed for use in sewing machines to avoid over lubricating or leaving stains on your sewing projects. How often should I service my Janome sewing machine? Like cars, …
How do you finish the back of a cross stitch bookmark? Finish your bookmark by covering the raw fabric edge. Cut a piece of ribbon to the same length as the bookmark, excluding the fringe. Dot the bookmark seam with glue and press the ribbon on top of the glue. How do you make a …
What is a Cabled Yarn? The cabled yarn construction combines at least four singles that have been plied with several layers of twist. The most common cabled yarn, a 2-by-2-ply, is created when two 2-ply yarns are twisted together opposite the plying direction. What is a cable yarn? Cabled yarn consists of a straight core …