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Core Sewing Skills: Darts 101 with Cynthia Guffey

Learn to measure and establish the position and size of darts (see exactly how you can do this by yourself!), and how to adjust them for the most flattering fit and style. When properly fitted, they enable hemlines to hang straight, eliminate drag lines and gaps at the front button closure – in short, they help you make garments that look and feel terrific while you’re wearing them.

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Beginning Heirloom Techniques by Machine with Martha Pullen On-Demand

Please note that this "Threads Presents" video is from the Classic Sewing archives and is not a high-definition video. 

Master the basics of heirloom sewing by machine with this on-demand class, taught by Martha Pullen. A widely respected heirloom-sewing expert, Martha makes these techniques clear and easy, sharing her tried-and-true methods for getting stunning results as you work with the most delicate of fabrics and trims. Learn about the materials used in heirloom garments, the tools needed for precise and pretty work, and the specialty machine stitches that add an intricate, one-of-a-kind finish to your projects.

Heirloom sewing is well-suited to special-occasion children’s garments, such as christening gowns and fancy dresses to be handed down from generation to generation. But it also has a place in a modern adult’s wardrobe: Blouses, shirts, dresses, and more become unique statements with the addition of these beautiful embellishments.

Heirloom techniques you’ll learn include: 

  • Lace to lace
  • Lace to fabric
  • Lace to entredeux
  • Gathered lace to entredeux
  • Entredeux to flat fabric
  • Entredeux to gathered fabric
  • Topstitch hemstitching: wing needlework pinstitch, entredeux stitch
  • Puffing
  • Twin-needle pintucks


Approximate running time: 2 hours

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