National Sewing Machine Month: Garment Making Basics
Happy National Sewing Machine Month! Here at WeAllSew we’re celebrating through the month of September with sewing machine inspiration, tips, tutorials, and 4 weeks of fun giveaways. This week we’re spotlighting garment making basics, from simple presser feet tips to techniques most-often used when sewing garments. Keep reading to the bottom of the post to find out how to enter this week’s fantastic giveaway for your chance to win our fantastic prize package!
When it comes to basic sewing techniques used most-often for garment sewing, BERNINA has several presser feet that have been specially engineered to help you get the best results. Learn all about the Best Presser Feet for Garment Sewing here.
Gathering is a beginning sewing technique that’s fairly easy to do. You can make ruffles, gathered waistlines and puffed sleeves. There are many ways to gather fabric, learn some of the most common Gathering Tips with this downloadable ebook.
Making buttonholes on a BERNINA sewing machine is truly a breeze! If you haven’t yet tried sewing a buttonhole, learn all about How to Create Buttonholes the easy BERNINA way here.
Edgestitching is one of the elements of sewing that gives your projects a professional look. It upgrades your project from “homemade” to “handmade”. Learn all about the Edgestitching Technique here.
Hemming is often the last stage of a project. It’s a step I look forward to as there is nothing more satisfying than taking a seam that yields that beautifully finished edge. As always, it helps ensure perfect results to have the right tools and notions in place. In this post you will learn about the 3 most basic hem styles (techniques).
Traditional smocking is a beautiful but tedious art—it requires precise pleating and hand embroidery but results in incredible heirloom pieces. If you’ve ever admired this art but lack the time to complete it by hand, I welcome you to try it on your sewing machine!
The word “binding” means to secure or hold together. Binding the raw edges of a sewing project with bias strips of fabric is a good way to cover the edge and add a durable finish. Let’s take a look at the most popular ways to finish sewing projects with binding 3 ways!
There’s no need to be afraid of sewing a project with a zipper when you are using the right tools and techniques! In this Zipper Tips post you’ll find zipper insertion techniques, zipper tips, and some very basic free projects to try sewing with a zipper.
In garment construction when you sew two pieces of fabric together the seam allowance is left on the inside of your garment (along with the raw edges of the fabric). Adding a finish to these seams will keep the fabric from fraying, give the seam a clean finished look, and add strength to the seam. Take a closer look at some of the most popular ways to complete your garment with seam finishes 3 ways.
Looking for a simple sewing project to sink your teeth into? Bow ties have always been a favorite in menswear and with just one pattern piece and a few basic supplies, you can sew up some bow ties for the entire wedding party in no time! Find the free pattern and tutorial to Sew a Bow Tie here.
Here’s a super-simple sewing technique to give new life to an old or too-big knit top. Don’t be intimidated by sewing on knit fabrics—with the right tools, it’s easy as can be. Find a new fit with the T-Shirt Upcycle tutorial here.
The button up shirt is a classic! A tailored shirt, especially a solid white one is an essential wardrobe staple. It practically goes with everything. It’s one of those pieces in your closet that you’ll never regret owing. And it’s so rewarding to sew your own! Find tips and tricks to lead you through the process of sewing the quintessential button-down shirt in this sew-along.
National Sewing Month Week 3 Giveaway!
The giveaway is now closed to comments. Congratulations to our Week 3 WeAllSew winner, fan @janicemm!
One lucky WeAllSew reader will win this fun package featuring sewing tools and accessories! You could win one Binding Babies jar of buttons, one Tula Pink Hardware 6″ straight scissors, one red Zirkel magnetic pincushion, and one handy sewing gauge!
All you have to do is post a comment below and answer the question, “When it comes to sewing garments, what specific sewing skills or techniques do you want to learn more about?” The the giveaway is open for comments through Sunday, September 22.
The giveaway is open to residents of the 50 United States and the District of Columbia. One comment per fan. Comment must be submitted to the WeAllSew.com blog by Sunday, September 22, 2019 at 11:59 PM Central Time. Winner will be chosen randomly. Winner will be notified by email and will have 48 hours to contact to claim the prize.
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257 comments on “National Sewing Machine Month: Garment Making Basics”
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Finishing techniques to make clothing look more ready to wear & not so home made.
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Better more consistent buttonholed on thicker than broadcloth fabrics
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The tips posted are a great reminder of how wonderful Bernina machines help to create garments and projects for our lives.
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Alterations for TALL people….
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Hemming jeans so they look neat and professional
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I would love to learn how to make a professional looking lapel.
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I would love to learn quick and easy techniques for children’s clothing that don’t take a lot of time but look professional. They grow out of their clothes so quickly, it doesn’t make sense to spend loads of time on them.
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The technique for adding an invisible zipper to your garment was very helpful.
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I would like to learn more about coverstitching
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I always want to know more techniques for embellishing garments to make them look like ready-to-wear.
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I would like Bernina’s take on common alterations for clothing patterns & purchased clothing.
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I too would love some guidance on alterations! I have pants with waistlines as well as leg widths to alter for a smaller fit. thanks
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I’m interested in learning more about sewing with knits and basic alterations on retail pants/knit wear.
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I would also like to learn how to do alterations on ready-made knitwear, both shirts and pants. Thanks!
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I also would like to learn more about sewing with knits.
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I would like to learn more about sewing a collar and stand on a shirt. I especially have a hard time keeping the stand smooth so that putting in the buttonhole closure will be carefree.
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Sewing skills/techniques I would like to master: Finishing and Detailing
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I’d like a refresher on sewing with knits.
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I would like to see detailed instruction for French seams. It looks like a lovely way to finish the inside of a blouse. It is easy to get ‘turned around’ when just reading about it.
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How to finish off the garment so that it never looks homemade. Also, when sewing knits how to keep from “ruffling” when you hem.
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I would like to utilize finishing techniques as well.
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I would love to know more about how to adapt a pattern to fit better
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I would also like to adapt a pattern for a better fit, especially in the bustling and torso.
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Tipsi would like is learning how to fit clothing for my body type!
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I would like to become more comfortable with using different types of zippers (industrial to fashion) in garments and totes.
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I’d like to learn more about sewing a knit t-shirt. I can’t find a pattern like the traditional ones I can buy, boxy, crew neck and set in sleeves.
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I love sewing. Yet, I do not like doing buttonholes for some reason. I read about making buttonholes & correct placement before I plan to put in buttonholes. I like zippers because they are easier for me to grasp & they come out so perfect, but putting in buttonholes & aligning them seem like a daunting task – so learning more tips & tricks about buttonholes with my Bernina is a winner.
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I am interested in learning more about sewing fabric used for yoga pants and also fabrics like silk, etc.
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I would like to learn how to do smocking for garments. Plus I would love to learn more decorative techniques to put unto my clothes.
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A great gift to win, can use all.
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I would like to learn more about making garments look professionally made, like the top stitching suggestion posted
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I would like to learn more about placing and sewing buttonholes, so my garments look polished.
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1 have sewn for about 60 years. In my younger years I made clothing for my self, my children and later sewed for my grand children. In the last 20 years I’ve made many quilts for myself and family. Recently I made a robe for myself and realized that I need to brush up on many of the new techniques. I have had my BERNINA over 30 years, I call it my baby and love the dependable service.
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I would like to learn more about sewing with knits. I’m just intimidated with the thought of sewing with knits. I worry about puckers & stretching out the seams. I also would like to learn how to sew elastic on the fabric for an elastic waistband without stretching the elastic keeping it from drawing back down.
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I would like to learn more about sewing coats such as fabrics, linings, closures, finishing, pockets for coats.
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I’d like to know if I can do the rolled hem which would come in handy for the skirts I make for my granddaughters. Thank you.
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I would like to learn more about fitting garments.
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I’d love to see examples of the stitch designer and multi-directional stitching. Maybe on a jacket facing-lining? Or home dec projects?
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Altering a garment to fit perfectly!
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Zippers! You said it, zippers make me grind my teeth! but I have learned to do them but still….. what I just can’t seem to do is work with knits.. ugh. just can’t do it. I would like to get a few lessons or something.
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I would like to learn about sewing knits and altering clothes to fit.
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I’m really interested in embellishing garments.
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I would like to learn more tips for sewing special occasion fabrics.
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So much to learn. Great giveaway. Thank you!
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I would like to learn more about sewing knits and how to coverstitch.
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The sewing skill I would most like to learn is being comfortable with my serger. I have the new model serger and it is SO much easier to use than the Bernette I had bought 20 years ago. (I actually gave that one to one of my students.) However, even after taking a year long once a month serger class I am still not comfortable with it. I loved sewing on it, but I don’t keep it out all the time.
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Sewing with slippery silks.
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I would love to learn more about sewing traditional clothes for my granddaughter. All techniques. My daughter-in-law and son have a new baby girl and they love the look of handmade clothes with beautiful fabrics, ribbons, smocking, etc. It’s nice to see young people appreciate sewing. They inspire me so much and it is exciting for me as much as for them too. There’s no better way to say I love you than creating beautiful clothes for a grand baby.
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french seams
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I used to sew clothing all the time when I was younger. It was a great joy to make the beautiful clothing in the pattern magazines, but then age and gravity hit. I would love to make clothing that fit and flatter my “new” body. I have trouble fitting the bust area and around my belly. I have had some success sewing princess seamed garments, but would like to better understand how to choose and sew patterns that will reflect the kind of style I want to wear. I would also like to know how to put in a good hem with my machine. I used to be able to do this, but have not had so much luck lately. I tried to hem a couture skirt on the machine, but the result was less that desirable!!
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How to alter clothes to fit…..like shortening tee shirts or tops that are too long.
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I would like to learn how to make professional looking garments that fit well.
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I’m most interested in working with the different stitches on my Bernina. Learning to play with my stitches to get the best performance along with the most perfectional appearance, being able to ware my creation with pride, job well done.
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I would like tips for sewing knits and best stitches to finish seams without using a serger.
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I would like to learn how to make collars lay flat & crisp without the edges rolling.
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I would like to learn more about pocket finishes.
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I would love to learn more about hemming techniques! But, this post is full of so many great ideas, thank you!
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I would like to learn more about sewing on bindings.
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The tips are wonderful!!! The possibility of winning these beautiful gifts are amazing also! What a win-win combination. Thank you for all of these. So much to learn! I agree one of my biggest problems is the collar/stand of button down shirts. Any way to make it easier?
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How to stitch great looking v necks on knit tshirts and the like.
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I would love to make structured jackets
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I would love to sew my own garments, but have a terrible time finding a source for fashionable fabric! I would love to put the effort into a beautiful garment if I had some beautiful fabric choices.
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Would like to learn more about fitting.
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I would like to learn the basics first I just got a sewing machine trying to learn how to sew.
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Me too!
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I would like to learn how to install an invisible zipper. I see some tutorials but haven’t tried them yet.
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Don’t know why, but buttonholes and zippers are the two main problems I have. To the point that now I mostly quilt. So any DETAILED tutorials on these two topics would be most appreciated, especially since I’m buying another Bernina this month. Can’t wait.
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I’m busty and have to buy large shirts but the way they hang hides my small waist. I’d like to learn how to alter ready made clothes to flatter my body.
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I would like to know more about embroidery on jeans. I see this now in all the fall catalogs and I am not sure how to take out the seams on the legs and then reattach.
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There is so much for me to learn! To name a few things, I would like to learn to sew on knit fabrics successfully (larger pieces that is – I can make it through a very small project), how to do basic alterations to patterns as well as clothes bought from a store, and how to get the “handmade” rather than “homemade” look every time! I would also like to master all different kinds of buttons, snaps and other closures.
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I would like to learn more about couching. I’ve tried, and tried to couch, but I seem to always have stitches that don’t stitch on the cord that I’m trying to couch down. I’ve tried both the free motion foot and the ruler foot attachments. Neither seems to work for me.
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I would love to learn how to use the Ruffler Foot 86 to make ruffles on an apron. I would also like to learn how to use the Spanish Hemstitch Attachment to attach lace to an apron or other clothing.
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I’d like to learn how to use the coverstitch technique on the B880. It would be so efficient when completing a knitted garment.
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I’d love to learn more about tailoring and menswear.
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Sewing stretchy and slippery fabrics have always been problematic for me so any tips for this would be great.
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I would like to learn more about adjusting patterns so pants fit nicely.
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I would like to learn how to alter larger sized clothing to fit.
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Better techniques with knits without using an overlocker…using my machine
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I would like to learn how to sew garments out of the fabric I have woven on my floor loom.
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I always have issues putting in zipper flies, they get me every time!
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I would like to learn to improve my zipper insertion techniques
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I would like to learn to sew with knits, particularly necklines and seam finishing.
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Finishing and details to make my sewing look more professional.
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I would like to learn more on gathering and the gathering foot
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I would like to master rolled hems on delicate fabrics, especially the corners.
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This is awesome for the tips!! I would love to learn how to put in a sleeve so that it looks professional…
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I would like to learn about utilizing more than just the basic features of my new 770 QE. I know it is capable of so much more and I’d like to explore the possibilities. Videos are the most helpful, though a bit more explanation and length would be useful – they are a bit quick!
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The online Bernina tutorials are very helpful for both quilting and garment sewing. I refer to them all the time.
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Would love to learn about alterations.
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I would like to learn more about elastic waist applications. What length to cut elastic to allow for sewing together, true waist measurement or less or more? Also sewing elastic to fabric instead of inserting through a channel. More elastic application like in ready made clothes, running shorts, pajama pants etc. thank you.
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Zippers, zippers, zippers! Help!
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Elastic !! I want to learn how to put elastic in sweatpants 🙂 Maybe even with my new serger ???
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I have never done any garment sewing so I’m interested in everything
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I’d love to learn more about making a muslin for personal fit
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I would love to know more about cover stitching with out an overlock machine
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I really wish I were better at getting garments to fit me correctly. I am large through the bust and small through the hips, and while this sounds like it would be desirable, it is not so great when trying to alter garments or patterns to fit!
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I want to conquer perfect button holes ALL OF THE TIME!
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Learn more to better at what I sew with the hints and techniques that are shared.
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I’d like to learn to sew with knit fabrics .
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I would like to learn how to make alterations so that my clothes fit my body type.
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How to make reversible garments (vests, jackets, skirts, etc.) that look professional and not home made.
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I would love to learn about flat-felled seams. I just bought the presser foot.
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Love the way you refashioned a tshirt by ruching the sides. Can we have more ideas like that? and I’ve nver mastered invisible zippers. I’m sure they are easy…I just don’t get it.
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I would like to learn how to make garments fit properly.
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Tailoring clothes, finishing garments to look professional
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I would like to master machine edge stitching on my sewing machine. There seems to be some knowledge I’m missing on right tensions, needle and thread choices.
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I would love to master smocking!
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I don’t really like sewing garments.
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I would like to learn more about sewing knit and gauze.
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I used to make my own clothes all the time, but now it seems, after all my hard work, the garment doesn’t fit properly…….so I quit sewing my own clothes. I need to know how to make clothes that actually FIT my body.
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I’d like to learn how to make simple shorts and tees, specifically with real pictures on the pattern (so I can show my teenager before I sew, so we both can be sure she would actually be willing to wear them).
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More information on rolled hems and set-in pockets.
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I would like to be able to make my own button-down shirts. My arms & torso are long and anything I buy is too short, and I love wearing button-downs!
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When it comes to garment sewing, I would like to learn better techniques of making collars and switching them out.
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I am returning to sewing after about 30 yrs. So you ask what do I need more information on doing, I need a full refresher course!! I am excited though! Learning new skills will keep me busy!
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I’d like to make better bound buttonholes.
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Blind hemming. I can’t seem to get it right. Love my Bernina and all my special feet!
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Button holes. I am always intimidated.
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I have trouble adjusting patterns to properly fit me. Can you show me how to measure myself to make a pattern to fit and not pinch or bunch up?
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I would love to learn more about making alterations. It would be so great to learn to hem jeans or slacks or to shorten a sleeve that’s too long.
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Resizing shirts with spandex so they still look store bought
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I’d love to learn more about using decorative stitches. And buttonholes – I struggle with them every time!
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I am so enjoying being a member of the We All Sew group. I’ve had my 790 for a year and am just now getting used to it. These posts are very helpful! Thank you.
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I love the series of articles on how to use the different presser feet. Would like to see a series done on the different stitches my Bernina is capable of and how / when to use them. My 790 has so many possible options that I get lost and go back to old faithful (what I’ve always done).
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I would love to learn how to sew fabric other than cotton. I would love to learn to hem fabric that looks semi professional.
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I would like to see some hints on altering men’s pants. Good looking hems as well as waistband alterations.
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Zippers! UGGGGG. I can sew them, it is just a slow, repetitious nightmare for me. Don’t know why? They were my mother’s weak point and it has been passed down to me.
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I would like to know if you can sew over pins.
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I would like to learn how to make a pattern fit my body. I never quite get that professional fit look.
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More information on Bindings- just not there yet…
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I need help with making slacks that fit!!!
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I would like tips on how to make my clothes not look home made.
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I need to learn more about tailoring a jacket.
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I would love to learn more about sewing clothes using embellished fabrics. My daughter recently asked for a pair of jeans made from faux pearl embellished denim, and creating the straight seems were impossible.
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Adjusting patterns to fit my body.
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I need to learn how I can use my cover stitcher for more things.
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I would like to learn more about sewing leather
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I would like to be able to alter waistbands.
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I am having problems using a double needle to hem a blouse. I am able to do it with a single needle but then need to ho around twice. Tried finding information online on using the double needke on an 880Plus and could not find ANY information. This would be a great topic for learning how to thread for the double needle all the way to finished product.
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Sewing my clothing is wonderful but I want my clothing to look unique and form fitting just for me!
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Bias tap facing as opposed to traditional facing around necklines and armholes.
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Don’t do much garment sewing, but I would like to be able to turn flared slacks into straight legs. Flares seem so dated to me.
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There’s never enough techniques and uses for knit fabrics. They seem to always bog me down. Love, love the up-cycled t-shirt idea! I recently lost 30 lbs and my t-shirts are big, this is a great way to get more use for them before I shop for new.
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I would like to learn more about the hemmer attachment for my Bernina
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Edge stitching on bags, straps and multiple layers.
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I would like to learn how to hem using my machine, as I have always hemmed by hand.
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I owe my husband a long sleeved shirt. I’ve purchased the fabric and the pattern, but I’m dragging my heels at starting to make this shirt. The shirt has a placket front and I would love to learn how to make this type of closing.
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I would like to know more about French seams and bias edge finishes.
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I’d like to learn how to do elastic shearing.
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I would love to see more on alterations. I have sewn since a young girl, but as one comment shared, gravity has hit, and it’s soooo hard to get the fit right.
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I’d love to make patterns from the clothes I own and love, so I could sew them myself
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I would like to learn how to alter a pattern for a better fit.
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I love the example of how to “spruce up” a T-shirt! I’ve seen people wearing altered sleeves on T-shirts. Can you share more examples of redefining T-shirts?
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I’ve been sewing for more than 50 years and there is always something new to learn. I don’t know how to make hand sewn buttonholes like those on a man’s suit and it’s on my list. I want to learn more about sewing leather handbags, something I’ve never done though I have made leather jackets.
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Fly front zippers in jeans and slacks are something that I would like to understand how to do. A step by step process would be great, patterns are not always so clear. Thanks a million!
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I am interested in making patterns fit better.
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Fitting garments for myself, specifically a high abdomen. Recent body shape change that challenges my fitting skills.
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I would like to know more about hemming jeans.
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Sewing with knits on a serger and coverstitch machine. I am transitioning from quilting and home dec sewing back to garments and need a refresher!
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I would like to learn heirloom sewing to make a Baptism gown.
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Fit for the older body
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Setting and easing in sleeves with minimum fuss. Also altering the pattern for heavier arms…where to enlarge it for the best fit.
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I want my zipper installation to go more smoothly and to look neater.
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I agree with lindad817 to see more about alterations of patterns and existing clothing.
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Have enjoyed the online tutorials. Woul like more on silky materials.
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My son-in-law, a 6’8″ Texan (they really do grown them bigger in Texas) always wears bow ties because regular ties are too short. I’d like to master sewing bow tie sewing so I could make him ‘designer’ dies.
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I would love to learn more about make alterations to clothes I have purchased and also how to make my own patterns for clothes that fit me perfectly.
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I really want to learn to do a better job on hemming on all different kinds of fabric.
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I’d like to get better at sewing with knits, especially which knits are appropriate for specific garments.
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I am interested in hemming. Blind hemming. Jean hemming.
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I would love to see more on alterations for tops. After having a double mastectomy, finding it hard to find nice blouses that don’t have darts or seams for bustline.
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I never really learned the proper way to read and alter a pattern. Really need some very basic techniques and tips.
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I would like to get better with zipper insertion and alterations.
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Getting the button placket to look professional.
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Finishing seams on a sewing machine!
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I’ve been trying to figure out how to hemstitch with my machine. Spanish Hemstitch. Unique finishing touches.
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I love to sew anything and everything!!!! At present I am excited to try art quilts with lots of texture.
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I would like to learn more about choosing the correct size to make a crazy quilted jacket. Then I could use more of the fancy stitches on my 880
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I would like to learn how to repair a buttonhole that a grommet has fallen out of.
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Creating your own patterns
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I just finished making 2 blouses for myself. I obviously need to learn how to finish seams in fine fabrics.
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How to sew stretchy fabric like leggings.
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I’d like to know more about apparel construction, alterations and repair because clothes seem to fall apart after 2 washes and always need some tweaking to fit just so.
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I haven’t done garment sewing for years but before that I made only garments. I would like information about fitting a “mature” body and any tips of fitting when one does not have a sewing buddy to help with fitting the back.
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I would like to learn more about linings, how to do them and facings.
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Would like to learn any new or old tricks on how to sew in fitted sleeves without having puckers.
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Fitting techniques! The sewing part is easy with a Bernina 🙂
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I would love to see how you can attach ruffles or pleats to elastic so that they can still stretch though.
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I would like to get tips on “no fail” zipper application and using and combining decorative stitches on garments.
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I have an edge stitch foot but always forget to use it until I’m reminded by seeing a video tutorial like this one. I like seeing tips and tricks.
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I do a lot of alterations, bustline and waistline enlargements. Is there any updates on inserting gussets or other ideas?
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Alterations! Alterations! Alterations!
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I would like to learn more about working with knit fabrics and placing zippers so that there is a professional finish
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I want to learn more about replacing and repairing zippers
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I’d like to learn smocking. I’ve done it by hand in the past but its too time consuming.
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Pattern alterations so the finished garments fit well!
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I love sewing!
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I would like to learn how to make my clothes look more professional, tailored.
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It would be nice to learn more about alterations for tops.
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I would like to see more articles on seaming knits
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I would love to learn more about making a good Hem
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I am trying to learn how to make patterns from clothes I have that fit well. I am currently making a dress that I tried to copy and I hope it fits as well as the original. I am a quilter and do not make many clothes, but I am always trying to learn new things. 🙂
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I would like to learn how to adjust patterns so they fit better.
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More information on binding
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Tips to sew with knits.
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I would like to learn more about making garments look professional with decorative stitches. Thank you.
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Pattern alterations for Sleeve fitting for extra large upper arms, please!
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I’d like to do top stitching better.
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I would like a more professional looking finish.
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My mother taught me how to sew. I have sew since I was very young but with a new Bernina machine and the amount of information on the internet, I am still learning new tips and techniques. I have avoided working with knit fabric because I like the cotton knit and always have problems with sewing knit projects. I need to find more information online in Bernina on how to sew with knits and make it look professional. Thanks a bunch for this site and all the information that is listed.
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I’m interested in putting in an invisible zipper.
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It’s not that I don’t have the basic techniques down….but materials have changed drastically since my high school Home Ec. classes. I need to update what presser feet can be used with the thicker (fleece, etc.) materials. Is there any adjustments that I need to make for buttonholes or zippers in sewing fleece? Double sided satin and we are now working with a lot of vinyls.
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Sewing on cork is scary. What should I know, what foot, what needle, what thread? Can you embroidery on it how? 790, 770QEE, 475qe Sandra Overturf
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I’d love to learn more about sewing knits (all types), on my standard machine thru the creative consultant, serging and coverstitch. BTW, when is the new air threading serging coming?
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Hems with the hemming foot. How to get them to look prefect.
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I would love to learn better topstitching and how to work and sew with knits in every way.
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I would like to be better at making buttonholes and putting in zippers. Thanks for the giveaway!
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I would like to learn more on finishing details
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Lately I can’t seem to get enough of heirloom sewing to include smocking. I would love to see more about finishes on sleeves for heirloom sewing, like how to add a flutter sleeve or how to fit the sleeve when it has entredeaux and lace at the bottom.
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I would love to perfect my topstitching and buttonholes. I really appreciate this site and I LOVE my Bernina!
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Finding flattering patterns that will actually fit. I used to sew all my own clothes and then work got in the way. Now patterns seemed to have morphed into something that would have looked good on my 30 something body, but not the late middle aged one.
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Hi would like to feel confident seeing button holes and learn how to see with knits.
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I would love to know how to make garments that look like read to wear.
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I want to learn more about professional hemming and coverstitch machines. I would also love to learn about how to read a pattern . I just design my own stuff now.
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The setting in of collars, and finishing them gives me the most trouble. I would love an easy to finish this task.
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A skill I would like help with is creating buttonholes using the compensation plate. I had such a hard time with a recent shirtwaist dress.
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I could always learn more about perfecting fit and fixing necklines that don’t lay flat.
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I really need help in learning how to work with difficult fabrics. I fear sewing on stretch fabrics, leather, and minky to name a few….love my Bernina and wish I had not waited so long to become a Bernina owner.
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I’d like to learn more skills for sewing on fine fabrics – silk, satin, etc.
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I love learning new ways to recycle and repurpose garments.
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embellishments on clothing
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Definitely zippers and hems!
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The tutorials are inspiring. Can’t wait to try some of
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Matching plaids at the armscye.
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I appreciate the basic sewing tips….many I had forgotten.
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I especially would like to learn more options for professionally finishing garments-options instead of facings-lining, binding, etc.
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I would like some information on how total weight of a garment should be adjusted to keep the garment from looking droopy. How can I judge how much weight can still look good for the chosen fabric.
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I would love to learn how to space buttonholes properly.
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i would like to learn to make double besom welt pockets
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Sewing knits and keeping the seam straight.
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Hemming knit tops and altering pants to fit properly.
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I have not sewn garments for many many years. I would love to start again! And, would like to learn more about all of the comments made. And, yes, where to buy nice fabrics! And, mostly how to make them not look homemade…..
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I would love to learn more serger techniques
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stretch cuffs
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I would most like tips on fitting garments and finishing so that they look ready made. OR expensively tailored! I have a new Bernina and love all the info about presser feet. I am actively adding to my collection. I also love heirloom sewing!
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I love my bernina machines!!! would like info on inset zippers for pockets…I have been sewing for many years, but inset zippers… also how to adjust for tall patterns.
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Would like to learn more about using the ruffler foot.
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I would like to learn more about tailoring.
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Facings and collars, sleeves
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I would like to know how to use the double needle and the winged needle for hems, seams and designs, on knits and woven fabrics. Thank you.
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I need help with fitting.
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Very excited to get back in to garment sewing with my new Bernina and our new ASG Neighborhood Group. Have not tried the button holes yet. Thanks for the great tutorials
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i’m most interested in smocking and the many different ways of hemming garments…especially soft floaty fabric
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Professional looking hems.