{"id":26948,"date":"2016-08-11T18:00:34","date_gmt":"2016-08-11T18:00:34","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.livingino.com\/?p=26948"},"modified":"2020-07-09T12:49:09","modified_gmt":"2020-07-09T10:49:09","slug":"28-clever-sewing-tricks-that-would-even-impress-your-grandma","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.livingino.com\/28-clever-sewing-tricks-that-would-even-impress-your-grandma\/","title":{"rendered":"28 Clever Sewing Tricks That Would Even Impress Your Grandma"},"content":{"rendered":"

Whether you are a novice sewer, or even just considering taking up sewing, or you\u2019ve been sewing all your life, there is something that has constantly vexed you when you sew. Either it\u2019s an awkward way to gather material or fraying problems, or it is something you just never could get the hang of, like sewing buttons.<\/p>\n

Some things are just naturally tricky, but we all have our personal weaknesses too. Gathered here, however, are tips and tricks for all those common sewing problems. Whether you are an expert sewer or a beginner, you will be sure to benefit from some of these.<\/p>\n

Buttons<\/h2>\n

This<\/a> trick will have you sewing buttons with ease.<\/p>\n

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Straight Pins<\/h2>\n

Un-stubborn your straight pins with this hack<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Shank Buttons<\/h2>\n

This<\/a> handy trick will keep those buttons secure.<\/p>\n

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No Knots<\/h2>\n

Use this trick<\/a> to sew without knotting your thread.<\/p>\n

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Easy Spool Refill<\/h2>\n

This hack<\/a> will save you tons of time and headache.<\/p>\n

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Embroidery Prep<\/h2>\n

Don’t pass over this tip<\/a> if you ever plan to embroider.<\/p>\n

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Ladder<\/h2>\n

Learn<\/a> to ladder. It’s essential.<\/p>\n

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Allowance<\/h2>\n

This <\/a>will show you how to make a guide for a wide seam.<\/p>\n

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Threads<\/h2>\n

Fix threads this way<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Bobbin Storage<\/h2>\n

This<\/a> handy trick is brilliant.<\/p>\n

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Seam Finish<\/h2>\n

Use this trick <\/a>to finish those seams.<\/p>\n

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Easing Piping and Binding<\/h2>\n

Mini-clothes pins<\/a> work better than straight pins.<\/p>\n

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Circle<\/h2>\n

Learn how to sew a circle with this tutorial<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Perfect Jeans Hems<\/h2>\n

Check here<\/a> to learn how to copy those jeans hems exactly and how to wash jeans<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Crisp Point<\/h2>\n

This trick<\/a> will have those collars crisp every time.<\/p>\n

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Button Holes<\/h2>\n

Make sure it doesn’t rip more than you want it to with this tip<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Invisible Zippers<\/h2>\n

You can make your zippers invisible too. Here’s how<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Double Needle\u00a0Hack<\/h2>\n

This hack<\/a> will let you use a double needle even if you don’t have a second spool.<\/p>\n

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Printed Patterns<\/h2>\n

Use these tips<\/a> to make printed patterns more successful.<\/p>\n

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Shorten\/Lengthen Pattern<\/h2>\n

Adjusts patterns with this how-to<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Pre-Wash<\/h2>\n

Pre-washing <\/a>helps reduce fraying.<\/p>\n

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Scissors<\/h2>\n

Dull scissors are the bane of sewers everywhere. Keep yours sharp<\/a>!<\/p>\n

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Hoodie String<\/h2>\n

Use this sewing trick <\/a>to fix that constantly lost hoodie string.<\/p>\n

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Mitered Corner<\/h2>\n

Learn how to make a mitered corner here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Curved Edges<\/h2>\n

You’ll definitely want to check out this tip.<\/a><\/p>\n

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Perfect Lines<\/h2>\n

Make perfectly straight quilt lines with this tip<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Gathering Fabric<\/h2>\n

This <\/a>easy method will help you save time.<\/p>\n

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Bias Tape Template<\/h2>\n

Learn how to make one yourself here<\/a>.<\/p>\n

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Know others who sew? Pass along this page to share these tips!<\/p>\n

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