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Sewing

Fabric and thread come together for fun, funky and practical items we all need. The sewing folks here have supplied great sewing tips, lists of free resources, designers offering their hand-sewn items, and everything else you could possibly want or need. Whether a beginner or a master, there's bound to be something here for you.

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Great Sewing Websites

Make Your Own Dress Form
	Simple easy-to-understand instructions on how to make your own dress form out of duct tape and stuffing. Ideas and techniques were taken from several other crafters and combined into this step by step how to. http://bunchkinknits.blogspot.com/ (Clicks: 128; Link added: Jul 24, 2006) Link Details \| Report Broken Link
Sewing Crafty Tip If you don't want to shriek like a banshee when you take the dress form off, wrap a piece of saran wrap around your neck.

Finding a sewing machine
	Inspired by the endless possibilities of rows of fabric, jars of buttons, tubes of oil paint, and piles of zippers, the Sew Bettie collection of handmade patterns and tutorials will embolden the crafty soul in you! Check us out to find patterns and tutorials for crafters of all skill levels. http://www.sewbettie.com (Clicks: 8; Link added: Jul 27, 2007) Link Details \| Report Broken Link
Sewing Crafty Tip If you're looking to start sewing, you don't have to spend a fortune on a machine. Look for sales at garage sales, auctions, Ebay, and Craigslist. Don't worry if the machine isn't functioning when you buy it - just don't pay more than $20. You should be able to have the machine repaired for around $100-150. A heavy metal machine that is old should last for several more decades!

The Green Cottage Shop
	Selling all manner of "green" goods for your home. Recycled, sustainable and reusable goods! http://thegreencottage.etsy.com (Clicks: 8; Link added: Dec 18, 2007) Link Details \| Report Broken Link
Sewing Crafty Tip Recycle. Just because something is broken, old or not exactly what your looking for doesn't mean that it isn't useful. Heck, it could even be more interesting when made from recycled materials.

Sewchristine
	A site that covers most sewing subjects including bag, purse, clutch and tote making. Also knitting, quilting and embroidery. http://sewchristine.blogspot.com (Clicks: 8; Link added: Feb 26, 2008) Link Details \| Report Broken Link
Sewing Crafty Tip For patterns that get multiple use, iron the patten pieces and then back with iron-on interfacing (eg. Vilene) for a longer life.

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