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- Sewing Class: Sew Unique - by Submitted on Sep 07, 2007 from Kristi BorchardtOne of the greatest things about sewing is the opportunity to express yourself, be creative, and show your unique style. I read a great quote (unfortunately I didn't write down the author in my journal) part of which stated, "the problem with many human systems and organizations is that they... ...
Views: 937 - Sewing Lessons: More Tips for Teaching Children to Sew - by Submitted on Jul 26, 2007 from Kristi BorchardtThe tips presented here are for those who are working with one or more children, and/or teaching someone else's child. I have learned these things through experience, and they have helped tremendously. 1. Kids are very good at knowing whether you are telling the truth or not. Don't praise ...
Views: 1162 - Sewing Class – Learning to Sew Through Quilting - by Submitted on Jul 12, 2007 from Kristi BorchardtQuilting is a fabulous way to learn some of the basic skills in sewing. Although there are some very intricate and complicated quilts, there are also a huge amount of very simple patterns. Not only are they full of straight lines, the finished products are magnificent, and plentiful. What ...
Views: 1006 - Sewing Class: The Difference Between Pressing and Ironing - by Submitted on Jul 03, 2007 from Kristi BorchardtNext to your sewing machine, your iron is your most important piece of equipment for sewing. For the best results with your sewing projects you should start every project by pressing the pieces of fabric to be cut, and then pressing in between every line sewn. This allows you to have good ...
Views: 3128 - Children Sewing: The Hidden Benefits of Repeating Projects - by Submitted on Jun 30, 2007 from Kristi BorchardtAs I mentioned in one of the earlier articles, you should encourage your kids to repeat projects. Just by changing fabrics you are giving: variety, an opportunity to master skills, and the chance to practice visualizing the construction of the project. Repeating projects is also a great way ...
Views: 1769 - Teaching Your Child To Sew - by Submitted on Jun 28, 2007 from Kristi BorchardtI upgraded my Serger to one that can handle more work. I got one with a computer screen. This required us to take some classes on how to use the machine. When I signed up for the classes (from the same place I bought the machine) I told them that I wanted my oldest daughter to take the class ...
Views: 1778 - Sewing Class: Important Step in Learning to Sew - by Submitted on Jun 22, 2007 from Kristi BorchardtSEWING MACHINE MAINTENANCE If your sewing machine isn't taken care of, your frustrations will lead to quitting. There is nothing worse than sitting down to sew and your machine won't work properly! Here are two things you need to do to keep your machine in shape and ready. 1. All threads ...
Views: 959 - Sew: Key to a Good Sewing Experience - by Submitted on Jun 20, 2007 from Kristi BorchardtThe key to a good sewing experience is Organization! When you sit down to sew you don't want to have to spend time searching for the stuff you need to complete a project. It can also be frustrating to have some spare time and be out of what you need. There are some great ways to organize ...
Views: 1174 - Learn to Sew: The Effects of Cheap Thread - by Submitted on Jun 13, 2007 from Kristi BorchardtI am all about saving money when I can. There are so many ways to save money when sewing: from making your own patterns, to shopping sales for your fabric, notions, and patterns. When we first started sewing I would hear people talk about the differences in threads, only to go to the store ...
Views: 875 - Teaching Children to Sew: Portfolios - by Submitted on Jun 11, 2007 from Kristi BorchardtAs your child starts learning to sew, take the time to make these two Sewing Notebooks. Your child will be inspired and encouraged by them, and you will find one of them priceless! Your Assignment: 1. Let your child choose 2 special 3 ring binders. Buy the kind with a clear pocket on the ...
Views: 1684 - Teaching Children to Sew: Which Sewing Machine To Use - by Submitted on Jun 07, 2007 from Kristi BorchardtEven if your child is 3 years old, the only question you must ask yourself to determine if a person is ready to learn to sew is: Will they obey the MOST important rule in sewing? What is this rule? - Keep your fingers out from under the needle!!!!! When our daughter was 3, I knew that she ...
Views: 1393 - Teaching Children to Sew: Your Sewing Space - by Submitted on May 19, 2007 from Kristi BorchardtWHERE? Although we would all love to have our own sewing /craft room, most of us have to find a small corner in the house where we can sew. Through experience I have learned, that if you want to learn something, or more importantly you want your kids to learn something, the source needs to be ...
Views: 843 - Learn to Sew: Benefits from Sewing - by Submitted on May 15, 2007 from Kristi BorchardtAs I continue to sew with my girls I am made aware of the benefits that can only come from working with your hands; from learning to take flat pieces of material and work with them until they come together to make a 3-dimensional object that not only has purpose but is full of love and ...
Views: 2101 - Learn to Sew: Choosing and Preparing Fabrics - by Submitted on May 01, 2007 from Kristi BorchardtYou will read or have many people tell you to stick with cotton or cotton polyester blends for your beginning projects. I do agree that these are some of the easiest fabrics to work with. However, my girls thankfully removed my fear of working with other materials. When I first started ...
Views: 1269 - Teaching Children How to Sew - by Submitted on Apr 05, 2007 from Kristi BorchardtIn the "9 Secrets to Successfully Teach Your Child to Sew", I discussed knowing your child's personality. The 4 questions were: 1. Is your child a perfectionist? 2. Do they get frustrated easily? 3. Do they like following specific directions, or do they like to invent things on their own? 4. ...
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