Basic Techniques
Learning the basics of sewing or brushing up on skills? The links below will lead you on the right path.
Applique (with a dryer sheet) - Tutorial  [offsite link]
Put those used dryer sheets to good use! They are great for light linings for applique shapes. Applying Bias Tape by Machine - Tutorial [offsite link]
A video showing how to apply double-fold bias tape by machine. Bias Tape, Double Fold - Applying [offsite link]
Learn how to apply double fold bias binding. Bias Tape, Single Fold - Applying [offsite link]
Learn how to use single fold bias tape for trim, facings or casings. Blanket Binding - Applying [offsite link]
Learn how to apply blanket binding. Cording Crash Course - Tutorial [offsite link]
Step-by-step instructions for making cording. From jcarolinecreative! Finished? It Seams Like It
Learn about the most commonly used seam finishes and how to create them. Hem Facing - Applying [offsite link]
Directions on how to apply hem facing from Wrights.com. Honeycomb Smocking - Tutorial [offsite link]
A different way to pleat and smock. How to Make a Pocket [offsite link]
Customize almost any sewing project by adding a patch pocket with this simple pattern. How-To Make Yards and Yards of Bias Tape  [offsite link]
Easy to understand instructions for making continuous bias tape. Piping - Applying [offsite link]
Learn how to apply pre-made piping. Quilt Binding - Tutorial [offsite link]
Illustrated tutorial on applying quilt binding using white glue. Link opens a .pdf document. Reverse Applique Tutorial [offsite link]
Photographic demonstration of how to do the reverse applique technique. Rick-Rack - Applying [offsite link]
Rick-rack is an easy way to add punch to your projects. Seam Finishes - Mock French and Flat Felled
Part two of the discussion about the most widely used seam finishes. This installment explains the Mock/False French Seam and the Flat-Felled Seam. Sewing Machine Needle Types
There are many types of needles available for your sewing machine. Learn what they are used for. Sewing Machine Needles - How to Choose
When faced with the different types of needles available for your sewing machine, it can be hard to know which one to purchase and use. Here is an explanation of the different types and their uses in sewing. Sewing Terms and Their Meanings
Familiarize yourself with sewing terminology with this handy glossary of sewing terms.
Sewing Vocabulary - Align to Asymmetrical
Learn your sewing terminology from align to asymmetry. Sewing Vocabulary - Backstitch to Binding
Familiarize yourself with sewing terminology with this handy glossary of sewing terms. Sewing Vocabulary - Blanket Stitch to Buttonhole
Familiarize yourself with sewing terminology with this handy glossary of sewing terms. Sewing Vocabulary - Casing to Cutting Line
Familiarize yourself with sewing terminology with this handy glossary of sewing terms. Sewing Vocabulary - Darn to Draping
Familiarize yourself with sewing terminology with this handy glossary of sewing terms. Sewing Vocabulary - Ease to Fusible
Another installment in the sewing glossary. Sewing Vocabulary - Gather to Gusset
This installment in the sewing glossary covers the meanings of the terms between Gather and Gusset. Sewing Vocabulary - Ham to Horsehair Braid
This installment in the sewing glossary covers the meanings of the terms between Ham and Horsehair Braid. Sewing Vocabulary - In-seam Pocket to Knife Pleat
This installment in the sewing glossary covers the meanings of the terms between In-seam pocket and Knife pleat. Links marked with the [offsite link] designation point to websites not associated with BellaOnline.com. BellaOnline.com is not responsible for the material found there.
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