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Learn to Sew· sewing

Sewing Knits Without a Serger

If you have ever been intimidated with sewing knit fabric, today's post is for you! I think people fear knits because the fabric can sometimes stretch and roll as you are sewing and it can seem very daunting. But once you know a few tips and tricks, Sewing Knits Without a Serger can become second nature.  So, let's just jump right into it.... Tip #1--Use the right kind of needle. When working with fabrics like knit, the first thing to remember is that the fabric is actually knit (think ... View the Post

Giveaway· Patterns· sewing· Skirts

Knit Pencil Skirt Pattern Skirt-A-Thon

Today we are excited to have our first ever Skirt-A-Thon with our knit pencil skirt pattern.  (That comes in both PDF and Paper versions.) This summer we quietly released our knit pencil skirt pattern...a pattern that we LOVE and use often for ourselves...and today some fabulous ladies from around the blogosphere have kindly sewn up our pattern into skirts for themselves and are sharing them with you today! ... View the Post

By Popular Demand Fabric· Four Corners Fabrics· Giveaway· Patterns· Riley Blake· sewing

Simple Girls Leggings Pattern Release (and giveaway)

Today we are so excited to officially release our girls leggings pattern! We have had this pattern finished for SO LONG and are finally officially releasing it. We love this pattern.  It is a super simple sew.  If you are new to working with knits (or just need a great leggings pattern for your little one) then this is a great pattern for you. The pattern fits sizes 2T- 14 and is written for use with either a serger or sewing machine. ... View the Post

Announcements· Fabric· Just Add Sugar· sewing

Just Add Sugar Fabrics…NOW in shops!

Our "Just Add Sugar" fabric (that we designed for Riley Blake Designs) is in stores now! Sooo...grab some from your favorite quilting shop...and if they don't have any start a riot. Just kidding...kind of...but really, look to your favorite dealer first and then if they don't carry it you can always buy some from our shop. HERE We just stocked up!!!   ... View the Post