Skip the casing and sew on wide elastic for an exposed elastic waistband. This technique will come in handy for sewing boxers and skirts.
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Embroidered Eyelet
Learn how to create the hand embroidered eyelet. These can be used as an embellishment detail or used in place of a metal eyelet. These eyelets are both beautiful and can also be functional.
Corded Buttonhole
If you need to do a buttonhole on a stretchy fabric, you should do a corded buttonhole for added stability and strength. This tutorial shows you how to tackle one on your sewing machine.
Shorten a Separating Zipper
You can shorten a separating zipper to customize its length for any project.
Bias Tape Zipper
The bias tape zipper will give your garments a high end, couture detail that will be sure to impress anyone.
Frog Closure
Looking to attach a frog closure to your costumes, cosplay, or fancy garments? This tutorial will show you how to professionally attach this elegant closure by hand and by sewing machine.
Separating Zipper
Want to add a zipper to the front of your outerwear garment? You'll want to use a separating zipper. Watch this demo to see how it's done.
Exposed Zipper
Add an edgy detail to your projects by learning how to put in an exposed zipper.