Linda Reynolds
Linda Reynolds learned to sew as a young girl and has been sewing ever since. Trained as a professional seamstress, she loves sharing her passion for the craft as a sewing instructor teaching garment sewing to teens and adults. Her blog, Simply Sewing Studio (simplysewingstudio.com) offers helpful tips and easy solutions to everyday sewing dilemmas.
Get gorgeous gathers! We'll show you four methods and show you how to figure out how much fullness you really need.
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Want to make a reversible garment or project? Double cloth — two pieces of cloth bound together to act as one fabric — is the perfect choice to achieve that look! Get our best tips for sewing with a versatile double cloth fabric.
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Thought you could never make your own slippers? With this tutorial, you can confidently select the best materials and stitch ballerina-style slippers to keep your toes warm.
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From getting organized and learning new skills to sewing for charity, here's a fun checklist of 10 sewing goals to tackle this year.
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The clock is running out and you need a stocking stuffer or two. Here are some ideas that are both easy AND quick to make. The best part is, most of them don't require anything more than a few scraps of fabric.
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Flannel is an easy-to-sew fabric that can be used to make all kinds of things, from crafts to clothing. Learn all about sewing with this comfy, cozy cloth here.
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Princess seams are flattering on most figures, but for them to look right they must be fitted properly to the natural curves of the body. Learn how to raise or lower the curve of the seam so they hit the bust apex properly.
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Every sewer makes mistakes. Knowing how to rectify them comes with experience, but if you follow these tips, you can prevent those really bad ones from happening in the first place.
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Take your table from boring to an autumn beauty! Pick a festive fabric design and hem the edges for quick and stunning fall napkins.
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Make your own tablecloth in less time than it would take to buy one at the store. This simple, beginner-friendly tutorial will teach you everything you need to know for getting the measurements right and finishing with clean, professional looking edges.
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