Photos used with permission from KS Productions
This show includes something for everyone. There are four segments with a garment project, a craft item, a short quilt block tutorial, and then a tiny quilted project. You'll be treated to helpful tips so you can quilt and sew along!
First off, Angela hems her Linda tunic and shares tips for sewing shirttail hems. These can be a little tricky, especially on light weight fabrics.
Be sure to watch her fingertips as she eases in the curved edge. You’ll see that the recipe for success in this area includes the following:
- Easing in the curve with step one of the stitching.
- Pressing the hem with steam to smooth the stitching.
- Pressing and putting pressure on the fabric with the wood clapper.
- Stitching the hem from the topside, and finishing with a final press to tame the finished hem.
I believe a quality iron is key in this process. I'm sure Angela would agree!
I actually have the same Reliable iron you see used in the TV studio. In fact, it was brought in by my recommendation. I have no affiliation with the company, but you can CLICK HERE to read a post I wrote about pressing and pressing tools which includes this iron. Reliable Corp. has since updated their line of irons with new models but the principle design difference they offer is described by the company in the statement below:
"Velocity irons use a patented 2-heating element and micro-pump technology that pre-heats the water and turns it into steam before it reaches the soleplate."
This design difference means you can steam at lower than average temperatures. a real bonus when working with a wide variety of fabrics and fibers.
Indeed! Proper pressing is an important part of the whole sewing process. Perfecting your pressing techniques will result in a professional finish for all your projects.
"Velocity irons use a patented 2-heating element and micro-pump technology that pre-heats the water and turns it into steam before it reaches the soleplate."
This design difference means you can steam at lower than average temperatures. a real bonus when working with a wide variety of fabrics and fibers.
Indeed! Proper pressing is an important part of the whole sewing process. Perfecting your pressing techniques will result in a professional finish for all your projects.
In the second segment you'll see my coaster creations. If you are always on the hunt for great gift ideas, I think you will enjoy these two distinctly different styles.
Watch the 14 second video you see here, and you'll get a quick look at the variety of coasters I made to demonstrate on show 1711.
Coasters make great impromptu gifts, are easily mailed in an envelope, and are surely a one size fits all answer to gift giving.
Coasters make great impromptu gifts, are easily mailed in an envelope, and are surely a one size fits all answer to gift giving.
Coaster creation #1 is stitched on the sewing side of the machine.
From pastel batik prints to a mix of holiday colors, these crazy quilt style coasters make use of small scraps, and they're quick and easy to complete.
Switching to the embroidery side of the machine you’ll see how I made monogrammed coasters using fonts built into several Brother model machines. I combined the fonts with my favorite octagon frame shape that's built into all Brother embroidery models. Check your personal design collection or favorite software program to search for large letters that are similar to these.
You'll find instructions and a Free crazy quilt pattern to download when you CLICK HERE and scroll down to show 1711-2.
As I write this today, my mug rests on my own vinyl monogrammed coaster. So yes, I have gifted myself with one of these too!
You'll find instructions and a Free crazy quilt pattern to download when you CLICK HERE and scroll down to show 1711-2.
As I write this today, my mug rests on my own vinyl monogrammed coaster. So yes, I have gifted myself with one of these too!
Ebony Love closes out the show with the last two segments. You'll see Ebony whip up some flying geese blocks. Her technique makes this pieced patchwork style easy and foolproof. If you are a wanna be quilter I think this is one of the best blocks you can learn to make. Flying Geese add a really nice touch as a narrow border or edging on a quilt and look fabulous made into full size block too!
Watch as she shows how the Edge Joining Foot makes stitching perfect lines a piece of cake.
Last but not least you'll learn how to make two tiny, and practical sewing projects using Ebony's tutorial as a guide. Instructions for making the chevron are HERE. addtional project instructions are HERE.
I hope you enjoyed this week's preview. of Visit www.itsseweasytv.com to watch show 1711. It currently airs until noon EST December 6th, 2019.
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