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Turn a Regular Pillow into Two Throw Pillows
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Turn a Regular Pillow into Two Throw Pillows

May 22, 2018August 13, 2018 Beth

A few months ago I switched back to a feather pillow, as they are the only pillows I've ever used that don't go flat. Instead of throwing the old one away, I kept it. Why? Because you can turn a regular pillow into two throw pillows. (I did not come up with this idea, I… Continue reading Turn a Regular Pillow into Two Throw Pillows

How to Fix Timing on Vintage Sewing Machines
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How to Fix Timing on Vintage Sewing Machines

February 20, 2018August 13, 2018 Beth

So. Funny story. Last week I thought my vintage Kenmore Model 48 sewing machine was out of time. I've learned a few things since then. If you think you need to fix the timing on a vintage sewing machine, then read on. A lot of vintage machines...cannot go out of time. Look underneath the machine.… Continue reading How to Fix Timing on Vintage Sewing Machines

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Dress to Skirt Refashion

September 1, 2016August 14, 2018 Beth2 Comments

This dress was purchased...last year? Year before? I wore it a grand total of once, because the damn thing is a tent. (OH MY GOD it was two whole years ago. I took pictures.) My general wardrobe rule is that if I don't wear something in 1 year's time, then it has to go. Instead… Continue reading Dress to Skirt Refashion

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{How To} Sew a Studded Leather Bag with Fringe

August 5, 2016August 12, 2021 Beth2 Comments

First, let me just say that taking sewing advice, especially about how to sew a leather bag with fringe, from me is not the greatest idea. I am not so good with the needle and thread. But ever since buying a 5-lb. bag of leather remnants, all I've wanted to do is sew a leather… Continue reading {How To} Sew a Studded Leather Bag with Fringe

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Sewing: Baggy Jeans to Skinny Jeans

July 29, 2016August 12, 2021 Beth2 Comments

I bought these jeans a year ago and have never worn them out in public because they perplex me. Why so tight in the thigh, why so baggy below the knee? These are the questions I ask, because these jeans make no sense. Finally, I decided to fix the manufacturer's mistake, and transform baggy jeans… Continue reading Sewing: Baggy Jeans to Skinny Jeans

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