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How To Finish Bias Binding Ends: Two Ways

In this sewing tutorial, I will show you two ways to finish bias binding ends neatly for when you are sewing something round, like a neckline, armhole, or hem. Two methods to finish bias binding ends: in the round and flat I'm putting both of these methods together in one post, because you …

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How to Sew an Understitch on a Neckline or Armhole

This sewing tutorial will teach you how to sew an understitch on a neckline or armhole, or even an inseam pocket. When is understitching used, and why? Understitching is used to sew the seam allowance of a garment to the lining or facing (which can also be a bias facing, aka bias binding). …

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How to make a boho shirred baby dress

I recently made this pretty little shirred baby dress for my daughter, using one of her diaper shirts to get the pattern started. It was actually a last minute, late night Easter dress, and also a learning process, but it turned out so cute! I didn't have a lot of time so I didn't take a lot of …

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How to shirr fabric with a sewing machine

If you want to learn how to shirr fabric easily, then this guide is for you! Shirring is a popular design element in dresses and tops these days. It's super cute and adds stretch and texture to otherwise plain, woven fabric. This guide also includes instructions for how to shirr fabric if you …

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How to make a DIY Girls Shirred Sun Dress

Step by step sewing tutorial showing how you can sew a boho girls shirred sun dress, using just a few basic measurements. This could also be used to make a shirred sun dress for an adult! Supplies and materials Step 1 - Take your daughter's measurements First you need to take some basic …

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