Power Sewing » Home Dèc

Sewing Tip 2

Karla — Thu, 17 Jun 2010 21:00:48 +0000

If you do a lot of apparel sewing, you are used to using a 5/8″ seam allowance.

Home dec sewing is different. Different seam allowances are used for different projects.

Always check the project directions, and don’t make assumptions!

For home dec projects ideas:

-Refer…

Barbecue Grill Cover

Karla — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 21:27:58 +0000

Dress up your patio with a custom-made grill cover!

As many of you know, barbecue grills are an expensive item and certainly worth protecting from the elements. However, commercially available grill covers are not always that attractive, who wants a big…

Sewing Tip 1

Karla — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 23:20:22 +0000

“Use graph paper when you need to make paper patterns for small squares and rectangles. The lines on the graph paper can act as both a ruler and a cutting line, enabling you to cut your patterns to the precise…

TV Remote Pillow

Karla — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 06:35:56 +0000

Are the TV remotes frequently being misplaced at home? Then, this handy pillow might be the answer!

Keep this pillow on the couch and the controls off the coffee table where space is usually at a premium.

The technique for designing and sewing the…