How to Remove Stitches
by: Brenda H. Murphy
Removing one or two stitches in a garment is not a difficult chore, but getting whole seams out so that you can take a blouse apart to use for a pattern, or to alter the length/width of a skirt can be more challenging.
A lot depends on whether the stitches you want to remove were sewn by hand, or machine. Machine sewing tends to lay down a very close line of stitches than can run along the seam and overcast it as well.
The most common tool used to remove stitches is a seam ripper. This is a little device that has a curved, sharpened blade at one end, and set into a handle with a secure grip, so that you have total control over where and how you cut things. In a basic seam, it is possible to slip the tip under the stitches, and literally rip the entire seam out by just moving the device forward.
But as mentioned, if it was done by machine, you may have a second seam to deal with. Some people having removed the overcastting, will then turn the material over, and put enough stress on both sides to pull the fabric gently and expose the stitches that are still there. If you have sufficient room to work with, you can then use the ripper to slice them one at a time.
Once you have cut all the stitches in a seam, a pair of tweezers comes in handy for clean-ups, particularly with fine threads.
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How to Remove Stitches
How to Remove Stitches
by: Brenda H. Murphy
Removing one or two stitches in a garment is not a difficult chore, but getting whole seams out so that you can take a blouse apart to use for a pattern, or to alter the length/width of a skirt can be more challenging.
A lot depends on whether the stitches you want to remove were sewn by hand, or machine. Machine sewing tends to lay down a very close line of stitches than can run along the seam and overcast it as well.
The most common tool used to remove stitches is a seam ripper. This is a little device that has a curved, sharpened blade at one end, and set into a handle with a secure grip, so that you have total control over where and how you cut things. In a basic seam, it is possible to slip the tip under the stitches, and literally rip the entire seam out by just moving the device forward.
But as mentioned, if it was done by machine, you may have a second seam to deal with. Some people...
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Winter Fashion Etiquette
Winter Fashion Etiquette
by: Sher Matsen
Winter can be a busy time ? with Christmas looming, New Year's Eve to celebrate and Valentines Day just around the corner you're going to need to be prepared. So what?s the right winter fashion etiquette for the occasion?
Get together in the near future?
A re-union? Try something in a festive jewel tone and be sure to finish your look with some fabulous shoes and hand bag and don?t forget the jewelry. Add earrings and a necklace to finish your look.
A baptism ? you?re the godmother? Try a soft flowing skirt and a cap sleeve blouse. Or how about a nice light shift topped with a print jacket. You?ll look stylish but you won?t be over done. Pay attention to the shoes on your feet ? classy but comfort is important because you?ll be standing for a while. Add some light jewelry, a pair of baguette studs and a chain and you?ll be ready.
A date for high tea? Although the formality of white...
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Giving Your Home A New Image Can Be Quick And Easy With Furniture Slipcovers
Giving Your Home A New Image Can Be Quick And Easy With Furniture Slipcovers
by: Caroline Smith
By fitting furniture slipcovers over your worn or outdated upholstery you can give your old sofas and chairs a stylish new look in minutes.
Stretch slipcovers for furniture are designed to be really easy to fit and can be held in place with elastic or ties for a snug fitting finish.
If you?re keen to add some vibrancy and style to your home, without too much expense or effort, the answer could be simply adding some ready made slipcovers.
With chair and sofa covers you can give well used furniture a fresh lease of life,
and transform the appearance of your whole room.
Furniture covers come in a huge range of sizes and designs for all types of seats.
For your family room or den there are wing chair, recliner, loveseat and sectional couch slipcovers.
Additionally, loads of attractive kitchen and dining...
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Toile bedding
Toile bedding
by: Patricia Bowlin
Toile is a centuries old fabric that has once again become quite popular for use in gorgeous, lushly detailed bedding. (pronounced twaal)
Delicate drawings, very Old World in nature, often define the fabric.
Some conflicting opinions exist about the origin of toile. Some say it was originally created in Ireland in the 1700s. Other sources believe it originated in Toile de Jouy France.
Because of a new technique of engraved plate printing, the look became wildly popular.
Today, it most often describes a fine line printed fabric design that looks very much like a pen and ink work. The most elegant toile fabrics are still printed using engraved plates or rollers.
The majority of bedding created from toile today is based on country themes.
For example, Waverly's toile comforter of 100% cotton depicts a scene that appears Colonial or Old World in nature, with men, a woman riding...
Toile bedding
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