Sew News Greetings, sewing friend. We're pleased you've chosen to explore this site and hope you enjoy your visit! For those of you who are new to us, a word of background: This Web site is presented as a free service by Sew News, a monthly magazine that for 20 years has specialized in sewing ideas, inspirations and techniques. Each month, you'll find a wide array of special features and regular columns with something for everyone--projects, patterns, machine information, new products, special offers and much more. This Month in Sew News Magazine Simple Machine Smocking Hand-look smocking is fast and easy with your sewing machine. July 2003 - Page 40 A Better Edge Substitute a narrow, tailored edge for armhole and neckline facings. July 2003 - Page 46 Back to Basics: Buttonholes Use the right equipment and methods for great buttonholes. July 2003 - Page 52 Sew Healthy Eliminate sewing pain with simple ergonomic adjustments. July 2003 - Page 56 Preventive Medicine Expert advice for receiving great sewing machine service. July 2003 - Page 60 Retail Details Spice up a shirt with an easy patriotic neckband. July 2003 - Page 16 Fit for You Adjust, move and add darts to fit your curves. July 2003 - Page 20 Teen Scene Embellish everything with buttons, faux suede and more. July 2003 - Page 24 Home Dec Share the spirit--sew a patriotic windsock. July 2003 - Page 32 Machine Embroidery Quick tips for embroidering on corners. July 2003 - Page 36  In Style Great designs from independent pattern companies. July 2003 - Page 72  IN EVERY ISSUE: From The Editor Reader Tips From The Heart Sewing Q&A Decorating Q&A Snippets Making Connections Sew What's New The Bookmark Machines And More Write On! Sewing Room Search Source Guide Shopper Classifieds And Sew On