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Cuffs, begone

Article Abstract:

Unusual finishes for sleeves, whether wide or narrow, make attractive alternatives to cuffs. These cuffless alternatives include a facing turned to the right side, decorative stitching that looks like cuffs, a buckle tab and shaped and faced hems.

Author: Ericson, Lois
Publisher: Taunton Press
Publication Name: Threads
Subject: Fashion and beauty
ISSN: 0882-7370
Year: 1996
Design and construction, Sewing, Sleeves, Sleeves (Clothing)

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Crazy patchwork by machine

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Issues concerning machine sewing techniques for Victorian-style quilt stitching are discussed. Particular attention is given to types of stitching and ways of using the sewing machine to combine embroidery and fabric pieces in creating garments.

Author: Kolb, Alice
Publisher: Taunton Press
Publication Name: Threads
Subject: Fashion and beauty
ISSN: 0882-7370
Year: 2001
Machine sewing

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Weave a patchwork vest, no piecing required

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Shaped-fabric strips can be woven to create an attractive, patchwork-like effect with no piecing involved. The technique lies in weaving the strips in the same order that they were cut, thus ensuring a solid surface without gaps or holes.

Author: Ericson, Lois
Publisher: Taunton Press
Publication Name: Threads
Subject: Fashion and beauty
ISSN: 0882-7370
Year: 1996
Weaving

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