Tucks are a decorative element in garment sewing in which the fabric is pinched together and then stitched. This creates a small fold seen on the right side of the garment to give it a unique look and texture.
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Shell Hem – Sewing Machine Stitch
The shell hem creates a delicate shell or scalloped edge to your knit garments. Using your sewing machine and a specific stitch you can easily add this to necklines, sleeves and hemlines for a special touch to your clothes.
Embroidering on Clothes
Hand embroidery can add a fun, unique detail to your clothes and it's actually very easy to do. Grab a design and watch this video to see an overview on how to get started embroidering on your clothes. Beginner friendly!
Sewing Machine Couching
Want to do decorative sewing with corded trim? This is called couching and it's easy to do on your sewing machine even if you don't have a special presser foot. This demo shows you how.
Rosette Chain Stitch
This loopy hand stitch is a unique embellishment to add to your designs and is called the Rosette Chain Stitch. This video shows you how to do it with some embroidery floss and a hand needle.
Fishbone Stitch
The fishbone embroidery stitch is a perfect option when you want to add decorative leaves or feather designs to your projects for embellishment. This tutorial will show you how replicate this stitch so you'll end up with a beautiful example every time.
Machine Decorative Stitching
Get the most out of your sewing machine by experimenting with your machine's decorative stitches. Learn some tips to make sure your stitches look great and how to use them in unique ways.
Detachable Collar
Make an easy detachable collar for adding to other shirts for an extra pop of fashion without adding extra bulk. You can make one with an existing pattern or using an existing shirt for a pattern. This is a great way to use fabric in your fabric stash.
Ribbon Embroidery – Ribbon Roses
Ribbon embroidery can be used as a beautiful embellishment to any of your projects. Learn how to create different types of roses.