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  • How to Make a Scalloped Edge With Lining

    July 5, 2023 /

    Hi everyone! A few years ago, (Actually more like 2015-ish) I was working on a costume that required a scalloped style edge, but it needed to be lined. I was stumped by this until I watched an old episode of Fans and Porter’s Love of Quilting. (In addition to seeing this on Fans and Porter’s Love of Quilting, I also saw something similar on Quilt in a Day, but it’s not exactly the same as what I saw on Fans and Porter’s show. Still, I wanted to mention it in case anyone wants to look for the tutorial there too.) In the episode, the guest explained how to make a…

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  • How to Satin Stitch Pinstripes

    October 19, 2013 /

    To make a long story short, I couldn’t find fabric with pinstripes in the colors I wanted. After experimenting, I figured out this way of making pinstripes using satin stitching. It’s easy to do, but it is very time consuming. (By the way, I also posted this tutorial on my Tumblr.) Here’s what you’ll need… Fabric* and sewing pattern Chalk or fabric marker Ruler Optional: Yard stick Sewing machine Thread in the desired pinstripe color** Knowledge of how to stain stitch*** * The fabric is whatever type of fabric you choose as long as it can be satin stitched and not fall apart. **The thread can be normal all purpose…

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