Finishing Techniques for Savvy Sewers

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Fabulous finishes don’t have to take up all your time! Learn efficient ways to sew stunning topstitching, piping, binding, lining and more.

Topstitching With Ease & Style

Gain the confidence to add finishing details quickly with professional results. Sue walks you through topstitching, both straight and decorative, to add function and beauty to your garments. Confidently tackle twin needle stitching with expert tips on stabilizing and choosing the right thread.

Quick Professional Hems

Achieving perfect hems and stylish hem alternatives is effortless with Sue’s tips and tricks. See how your hems impact designs as Sue shows you how to expertly add in blind hems or smooth, flat topstitched hems. And for even quicker hems, try some more creative edges with no sewing required.

Finishing Details: Piping

Give your projects a tailored look as you learn Sue’s favorite finishing detail; piping. Discover the ease of creating your own piping and how to insert it masterfully. Add detail and structure to lined garments with set-in piping and learn the French bias piping method for unlined garments.

Bindings & More

Learn the ins and outs of bindings as Sue shares her own sewn samples to inspire you. Learn to finish edges beautifully whether you make your own binding or use purchased trims. Sue even shows you a time-saving finishing option using your serger.

Time-Saving Linings

Get great results when lining or underlining with expert advice. Sue demonstrates lining edge to edge as well as underlining individual garment pieces with lining fabric or tricot knit interfacing. Sue’s method for installing a jacket lining by machine makes turning it to the right side a breeze!

Fast, Beautiful Buttonholes

Take on the elusive buttonhole by letting your machine do all the work. Sue helps you make buttonholes no matter what machine or presser feet you own. See the impact of adding stabilizers and cording to keep your buttonholes secure as well as tips for cutting them open without cutting your stitches.

Fasteners the Fast Way

Adding fasteners to garments is easy with Sue’s timesaving tips and techniques. Learn to attach buttons and snaps by machine with and without special presser feet. Explore other options for fasteners like removable buttons, decorative snaps and hook-and-loop tape to complement any garment.