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Make a Napkin Using a Mitre Technique

mitred napkin stitches

Wing Needle Wow: Part 2 Kelley Richardson at ABQ Sewing Studio shows you how to sew an elegant dinner napkin using a mitre technique with a hemstitch. To learn how to use a wing needle, see part one here. In the video Kelley takes you step-by-step through the process of creating a …

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Quilting Block by Block

Kelley holding a finished quilt block.

Longing to make a quilt but afraid you'll mess it up? Starting a quilting project on your own can be a scary proposition. Are you frightened of tackling a full-sized quilt project?Do great pieces of fabric that need cutting leave you in a cold sweat?Does the thought of picking out your own …

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Use a Wing Needle to Sew a Hemstitch

Machine sewing with a wing needle.

Wing Needle Wow: Part 1 Kelley Richardson here at ABQ Sewing Studio shows you how to do a hemstitch using the wing needle. After you know how to use the wing needle, watch part 2 to find out how to sew an elegant dinner napkin. What's in this sewing video a sampling of the kinds of drawn …

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Sewing With Twin Needles

Twin needles on a sewing machine

More sewing tips from Kelley Richardson Join her as she demystifies the twin needle. Create stunning textures, embroideries and even a mock cover stitch! Kelley talks about using twin needles in your sewing and then demonstrates the basics, plus some stitching techniques . Twin (double) …

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Block of the Month Quilt: Harvest Moon

New block-of-the-month program Join us for nine months and make this gorgeous queen-sized quilt in fall colors with lots of warmth. You can pay per month or pay all at once and save. This program includes lots of support. Each member is welcomed into a private Facebook group where you'll …

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How to compare fabrics online

Over the past few months, we've added a wide selection of fabric to the store. Here's where I talked more about the fabric we carry and the best fabric to use for each project. Our fabric selection is also available at ABQ Sewing Studio in Strathroy, Ontario for those who are in the area and …

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