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Sewing Tips for Beginners

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    1. How to Set Sewing Machine Thread Tension
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    Do you know how to determine the proper thread tension for your sewing machine for the type of fabric you are sewing? You are about to find out.

    How to Set Sewing Machine Thread Tension
    with Professor Pincushion

    Do you know how to determine the proper thread tension for your sewing machine for the type of fabric you are sewing? You are about to find out.

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    2. How to Repair a Hole in Your Jeans
    A lesson with Professor Pincushion
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    The perfect pair of jeans can be elusive, and when you find a pair, you shouldn’t let them go. Learn to repair holes that develop in your well-worn denims.

    How to Repair a Hole in Your Jeans
    with Professor Pincushion

    The perfect pair of jeans can be elusive, and when you find a pair, you shouldn’t let them go. Learn to repair holes that develop in your well-worn denims.

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    3. How to Take Measurements for Sewing
    A lesson with Professor Pincushion
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    Making great-fitting garments begins with accurate measurements. Learn how to measure a bust, waist, hipline, and more for women, men, children and infants.

    How to Take Measurements for Sewing
    with Professor Pincushion

    Making great-fitting garments begins with accurate measurements. Learn how to measure a bust, waist, hipline, and more for women, men, children and infants.

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    4. How to Make Sewing Patterns from Shirts
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    Learn to make a sewing pattern from your favorite t-shirt, tank top or collared shirt! It’s a fun, easy and cheap way to bring new life to a tired wardrobe.

    How to Make Sewing Patterns from Shirts
    with Professor Pincushion

    Learn to make a sewing pattern from your favorite t-shirt, tank top or collared shirt! It’s a fun, easy and cheap way to bring new life to a tired wardrobe.

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