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Learn from an expert seamstress everything you ever wanted to know about sewing basics, from tools to tricks and tips in this free video series about sewing.

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Tags: diy, yarn, needles, crafts, sewing, threads, thimbles, alterations

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Summary: Sewing is an ancient craft that still has remarkable relevance in today's modern world. The art of stitching and assembling pieces of fabric together either by hand or with the use of a modern sewing machine is still a valuable skill and can be used for industry and home or arts means. Industrial sewing is usually done with the use of machines, but for seamstresses, alteration givers and most casual sewers, an old fashioned needle and thread is still incredibly useful and more often than not the desired use since it enables far more details. Tailoring and dressmaking require not only a needle and thread, but also other tools and materials that you can find easily at arts and crafts stores.

In this informative video clip series, an expert seamstress will show you everything you need to begin a sewing project either by machine or by hand. Learn how to measure fabric and what types of measuring devices are available, see the types of scissors, rulers, thimbles and pins are available to choose from, and get pointers on fray checkers and seam rippers. Everything you'll need to begin a sewing project is right here!

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Expert: Shawna is a custom dress maker, who specializes in wedding dresses, heirloom, home decorating, alterations and what ever her clients are in need of. She has had many opportunities to work and associate with dress designers. She has worked for many Bridal stores and retail stores. Shawna currently works at a family run business called The Stitching Corner in Provo, Utah. The Stitching Corner carries Wool, Silks, and many fine Quilting Fabrics. Shawna's is an expert sewer and wants to share it with the world to keep this art going.

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