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Sewing Sheer Fabric I would like to know the best way to sew sheer fabrics. I'm contemplating making a sheer jacket to go over a dress.
Haute Couture For years I've heard the term "haute couture." I know it has to do with fashion, but I don't know what it means or where it came from.
Altering The Armseye As hard as I try to properly ease a set-in sleeve, I cannot manage. Is there a way to alter the pattern to remove some ease?
Ribbing What should I look for when purchasing ribbing? I bought some that matched my project perfectly, but when applied and pressed it went flat. Did I do something wrong or was the ribbing poor quality?
Clear Elastic I've just discovered clear elastic. It's wonderfully light, easy to use and very stretchy. However since it's so stretchy, I end up with a too-loose fit when I follow the measuring instructions for regular elastic. How can I solve this problem?
Creasing Men's Trousers Is there a trick to making a perfect crease like in men s ready-to-wear trousers? I've noticed a plastic-like bead in my husband's pants and was wondering what they did. I would like to duplicate this in my slacks.
Belt Loops Is there an easy method for making belt loops?
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