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Mermaid Sequin Fabric & What to do With it
Mermaid sequin fabric is THE coolest fabric around. It turns color by flipping the sequins up or down, it’s easy to sew (no need to trim away sequins along a seam line), and it’s great for garments and home decor. … Continue reading
Posted in Costumes
Tagged mermaid sequins, mermaid tail, sewing, sweatshirt makeover, unicorn headband
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24 DAYS OF GIFT GIVING FROM US TO YOU!
Starting Dec 1, we’re giving away a gift on our Facebook page! Like us on Facebook, and then check each day to see what the prize is. Comment on the post for your chance to win! We have thread packs, … Continue reading
Posted in 12 Days of Giveaways, Free Projects, Free Stuff Friday
Tagged free stuff, giveaway, holiday gift ideas, sewing products
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Gifts For People Who Sew
People who sew love receiving small (or large!) gifts that showcase their love of sewing. Here is a collection of sewing notions and items that any sewist, seamstress, crafter or quilter would love to receive as a gift, and they’re all under $30.00! Sew … Continue reading
Posted in Holidays
Tagged Christmas gifts for people who love to sew, fun wine glasses to gift, Sew News, sewing cookie cutters, sewing machine necklace, sewing themed gifts
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Patterns Printed on Custom Fabric
Create one-of-a-kind embroidered garments using BurdaStyle digital patterns printed directly onto custom Spoonflower fabrics. There’s no need to print the pattern onto sheets of paper, tape them together and cut out your size. The size you need is digitally printed … Continue reading
Posted in Fashion, Project Inspiration
Tagged BurdaStyle, fashion sewing, garment patterns, Spoonflower fabrics, Sprout patterns
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Project Runway Recap, Season 16: Finale, Part 2
Project Runway Recap, Season 16: Finale, Part 2 Here we go! We finally discover who wins Project Runway after a grueling month of having too many designers as finalists. photos courtesy of mylifetime.com. I was convinced that Brandon would take … Continue reading
Posted in Fashion, Sewing Inspiration
Tagged Ayana Ife, Brandon Kee, Heidi Klum, Kentaro Kemeyama, Margarita Alvarez, Project Runway finale, Tim Gunn
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Nancy Zieman Loses Battle with Cancer
It is with tremendous sadness that we bring you the news of Nancy Zieman’s passing. It was a little more than two months ago that we learned of Nancy’s retirement due to health issues. Nancy was a dear friend, a … Continue reading
Project Runway Recap: Episode 13 Finale, Part 1
In this week’s episode, we learn who will move forward to NY Fashion Week. Seem like a repeat of last week?…sort of. The designers went home for 5 weeks to work on 10-piece collections, and Tim Gunn did the obligatory … Continue reading
Posted in Fashion
Tagged Ayana Ife, Brandon Kee, fashion, Heidi Klum, Kentaro Kameyama, Kenya Freeman, Margarita Alvarez, Project Runway, Sew News, sewing, Tim Gunn
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Easy Sewing Project For Thanksgiving: Pilgrim Hat Place Cards
Whether you celebrate Thanksgiving in a traditional or modern way, with the good china or fiesta ware, you’re likely setting a table for the feast. And even if the feast isn’t in your own home, making place cards that look … Continue reading
Posted in Holidays, Tutorials
Tagged how to make pilgrim hats, place card tutorial, Thanksgiving
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Project Runway Recap: Episode 12 Snow Business Like Sew Business
Project Runway, Season 16, Episode 12: There’s Snow Business like Sew Business This week really confused me. I have no idea why the challenge was so simple: The designers were to create a winter look that any fashionista would be … Continue reading
10 Sewing Retreats To Go To Plan For Now!
If you’ve never been to a sewing retreat, now is the time to investigate your options! There are so many different types of events, each of them with their own perks. Whether you’re looking for a more intimate experience … Continue reading
Posted in Events
Tagged fashion tour, Italy vacation, original sewing and quilt expo, quilt show, sewcial, sewing retreat, sewtopia, weekend getaway
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Houston Sewing Meteorologist – See Lisa Vaughn’s Cloud Dress + Q&A!
Weathering Heights by Ellen March When Lisa Vaughn garnered national attention for her handmade cloud-print dress, the Houston meteorologist was shocked and flattered. Although she doesn’t credit sewing for her successful career (she holds two masters’ degrees after all), she … Continue reading
Project Runway Recap: S 16, E 11
Project Runway Recap: Season 16, Episode 11: Warrior Fashion photos courtesy of mylifetime.com. This episode of Project Runway was near and dear to my heart. The designers were brought to a boxing ring and met breast cancer survivors, who told … Continue reading
Posted in Fashion, Project Inspiration
Tagged Ayana Ife, Brandon Kee, Breast Cancer Awareness, fashion sewing, Heidi Klum, Kentaro Kameyana, Kenya Freeman, Margarita Alvarez, Project Runway, Sew News, Tim Gunn, warrior fashion
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Project Runway Recap: Episode 10 Driving Miss Unconventional
Project Runway Recap, Season 16, Episode 10: Driving Miss Unconventional photos courtesy of mylifetime.com. This week the designers had to use “safety” materials to create a look in the Lexus unconventional challenge. A collection of caution tape, bungee cords, … Continue reading
Posted in Fashion
Tagged Ayana Ife, fashion sewing, Heidi Klum, Michael Brambila, Nina Garcia, Project Runway, Sew News, Tim Gunn, Zac Posen
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Pants Pattern Review: Alexandria Peg Trousers
The month of October we’re celebrating Pants Month here at Sew News. We’ll have tips and tricks for making pants of your own, as well as reviews from the editors of Sew News on their favorite pant patterns. Today we’re featuring Ellen’s review … Continue reading
Project Runway Recap, S 16, E 9: A “Little” Avant Garde
Project Runway Recap -Season 16, Episode 9: A “Little” Avant Garde photos courtesy of mylifetime.com. This episode started off as a continuation of last week. Did Claire cheat? Or was she the clear winner of last week’s challenge? I’ll just say: … Continue reading
Posted in Fashion
Tagged Batani-Khalfani, Claire Buitendorp, designer, fashion sewing, Heidi Klum, Margarita Alvarez, Michael Brambila, Project Runway, Sew News, Tim Gunn
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Remembering John Denver With Anna Zapp
Today marks 20 years since the passing of John Denver, who was tragically killed in a plane crash off the coast of California on Oct 12, 1997. We celebrate the life of the humanitarian, political activist, award-winning songwriter and performer … Continue reading
Posted in Costumes, Fashion, Garment Sewing, Meet the Designer
Tagged Anna Zapp, costumes, John Denver, Sew News, sewing, western wear
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Dorm DIY: Fabric Organizers
Storage is super important when you’re moving into a small dorm room. Why not make a few coordinating organizers to hide your unmentionables, store nonperishable food, keep mail and magazines tidy or hold shower essentials? These organizers nest together, and … Continue reading
Posted in Free Projects, Sew It All
Tagged dorm room organization, fabric box how-to, free sewing project, sew, sewing
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