teaches at U of Manitoba, is an author, designer, and pattern maker who produces the Lingerie Secrets line and frequent contributor to Threads magazine.
The camisole is not only fashionable, but practical. Correct sizing, dart shaping and cup size variation ensure better fit. See new patterns, innovative sewing techniques and professional finishing methods.
A bias cut design is comfortable and amazing! Learn methods for accurate cutting, sewing and finishing, no-bulk necklines, neat hems and smooth seams for lingerie and day wear designs.
Ever wonder what a favourite fabric wrapped around your body could become? Draping is an art and is the creation of clothing on a body or dress form without a pattern. Come see how you can do it too.
One third of our life is spent in bed, so let’s do it in style! From cool cotton PJ combos and snuggly night shirts to elegant wraps and 3 different boxer designs, find out how to handle elastic and simply the best sewing techniques.
author, video series star and TV host of Linda MacPhee's Workshop airing on CLT, CTS, PBS, ACCESS, Knowledge Network and SCN.
It's all that much more fun now with felting added to her foiling, bleaching metals and more! Find out how to add instant pizazz to any garment, quilt or wall hanging.
Find out how bias strips, yarn, chenille and more make wonderful jackets. Add free-motion and crystals or metals for an instant winner.
Linda creates garments from old jeans, men's suits and ties, used sweaters and more. Find out what's new in the recycle, restructure and rethink department.
One and two piece patterns work so well for spring. Easy to fit, simple to sew and elegant to wear. Whether it's a wrap, cocoon, shrug, shawl, jacket or more… come and get inspired!
Slinky is sew slimming and simple to sew. Great for all figure types, it doesn't cling and is totally becoming. Once you try it you'll be hooked!
author, pattern maker, certified Islander Sewing Systems™ instructor and co-author of the Easy Zippers DVD shares ready-to-wear industry secrets without using a single pin or basting!
Discover the inside secrets so you can sew top quality designer and Tommy Bahama-style shirts for men and women in less than 3 hours. Learn designer details for how and when to match designs and set pockets seamlessly. Plus, setting perfect collars and sleeves.
Finally fast, easy, foolproof methods to install all types of zippers! Secrets to insert centered, lapped and invisible zippers. Discover the best zipper foot to use, garment prep and avoid puckers with invisible zippers.
Save time with easy garment and ready-to-wear speed techniques. Learn Industrial Shortcuts for cutting, pattern preparation, pressing, handling fabrics and secrets to join curves that eliminate the home sewn look.
pattern designer, serger and fitting expert, president of Live Guides Inc. and vice president of Unique Patterns.
Gain serger proficiency... explore it from the inside out. Learn about burrs, using width to improve stitches, creating a perfect balanced tension control strip for each new fabric and thread and a sequential tension formula that works on any model and thread type. Plus, a 5 minute serger pocket.
It's easy to change a good fitting pattern to reflect current fashion trends. See a tailored look waist with 2” breathing room. Update pocket styles and make current leg changes. Install or eliminate zippers. Plus, separate waist finishes when using fabrics that stretch from your waist to hip.
A well shaped jacket can make droopy shoulders, oversized arms, bust and hips look smaller. Fitting techniques, underlining, sleeve installation, shoulder shaping, interfacing, lining, hemming and how to hide zippered pockets in seams and darts.
Learn foolproof techniques to banish the homemade look. Make collars with fusibles for non-lumpy corners and joints. Apply elastic to her “eat cookies” waistlines. Get perfect bound buttonholes and welt pockets in one try and make wrap around cuffs like RTW.
Expose your creativity and play with your own embroidery designs. shows how to customize them easy as 1-2-3.
Want the look of heirloom but just don't have the time? Isobel Dunnet shares secrets on how to achieve that hand-crafted intricate look with time saving techniques.Did you know your serger can embellish too? Join Edith for the inside scoop on adding easy elegance to your projects. |
Experience the My Label innovative pattern making software with, Bernina's national sewing promoter. View fashion garments on a 3D model of you, so you can easily make the necessary adjustments.
In this trunk show, tells how to work this beautiful drapey fabric to create flattering, comfortable summer fashions. Tips on fabric care, pattern layout, cutting, selection, plus other sewing techniques.
and share sewing tips galore. If you sew to satisfy a creative urge, to save money or to make well designed original clothing… there's something to learn for everyone.
Come see the steps to create large embroidery designs that require multiple hoops. Janome educator, demonstrates the process with samples and inspiration.
Linda will show you what embroidery software can do for you! Take images (your own, from other sources, internet, books or magazines) and transform them into stitches.
See the latest notions and tools available in today's market as demonstrates how to best use them for your sewing projects.
Joanne shares successful pressing tricks and tips for fashion sewing and quilt projects. Learn how to use the many tools available to achieve the best results.
shows how to make your patterns with only two measurements. From jackets, pants, menswear and childrens clothing to beachwear and wedding dresses.
We'll share know how on proper uses for each type of machine embroidery stabilizer. See the differences in embroidery threads and needles. Plus, necessary notions like the embroidery removal tool, pre-wound bobbins, scissors and thread stands.
Be the first to see the latest fashion fabric trends for fall 2008 as you touch and feel the most luxurious fabrics with.
Your closet is full of buried "treasures". Bring them back to life with appliqué, lace, buttons, jewellery -- even fun fur and feathers. It's easy!
Accomplished fibre artist, shows how to achieve spectacular creative possibilities with thread and stitch selection. Enjoy appliqué samples, all constructed with WonderFil's amazing "InvisaFil" and decorative threads.
Threads, fabric and a simple sewing machine are all you need to create one-of-a-kind fabrics. Lucy shares simple, inspirational techniques to turn plain fabric into fabulous!
Heavy thread used in the bobbin can add a textural quality to everyday fabrics. Join Lucy for bobbin basics using WonderFil's "Razzle, Dazzle and Sizzle". See how to incorporate embellished fabrics into wearables, bags, postcards and more.
Discover the new and innovative features of Brother's continuous embroidery border frame! shows how to easily create continuous embroideries on all your home dec, quilting, and garment embellishment projects!
Brother's digitizing software PE-Design provides easy-to-use tools to create unique and beautiful embroidery designs! Johanne demonstrates Auto Punch, Photostitch, and how to modify your design to create a more interesting and textured embroidery.
Join to learn how easy it is to start your own embroidery business using Brother's outstanding PR620C embroidery machine! Topics include: developing your business plan, tips for finding new business, embroidering with the PR620C, success stories, and more! |
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