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Learn to sew difficult fabrics like rayon knit with these tips for slinky knit fabrics - ITY knit, tissue knit, rayon jersey, bamboo knit and more - Melly Sews

How to hem almost everything - different types of hems and when to use them.

Change a simple elastic waistband to a wide band of fabric or yoga waistband with this DIY clothing alteration tutorial.

Use the "burrito method" to sew a lined bodice - with neckline and armholes fully finished! This is also known as the "hotdog method" to sew a bodice

How to choose your size to sew - and what to do when you need to blend sizes or grade between sizes to create a custom fit

Elastic bands on pants and sleeves can be uncomfortable, especially if they are strangling your body. Here's a remedy for a tight elastic band with a DIY sewing tutorial.

How to troubleshooting sewing machine tension if you're getting defective stitches or broken threads - learn what to look for to fix it

Perfect Fit Shorts - Melly Sews

How to hem curves on knits - this trick will help you get smooth hems on stretch fabrics using your regular sewing machine

Check out these three easy methods to turn a fabric tube right side out, with a helpful video tutorial to guide you through the process.

Wondering how to stitch in the ditch? This tutorial with video shows you how. Hey y'all, today I'm sharing one of my favorite sewing techniques - how to stitch in the ditch. This technique is

Change necklines on dress, t-shirt, top and blouse sewing patterns. This neck alteration tutorial will help you create any neckline you want.

Tutorial for how to sew a v neck t-shirt

Stitch up a storm with these household items to use as sewing tools. These are 5 not sewing tools I have in my sewing room.

How to use a sloper based on your measurements to fit a sewing pattern to yourself.

A guide to pants fitting problems - sew pants that fit you If you're like me, nothing can kill your sewjo (sewing mojo) faster than a garment that doesn't fit. And pants are often the

Learn to sew single fold bias tape to finish raw edges on necklines, etc. Video and photo tutorial for bias tape finishing.

Learn the 4 most common hand sewing stitches used in sewing clothes

Learn how to sew buttonholes 3 ways - with a one step stitch on a sewing machine, freehand on a sewing machine, or sewing by hand.

Understanding fabric drape and how it can change the appearance of a garment