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Cutting the Fabric for the Superstar Bra by Waves and Wild Patterns

If you're thinking about sewing this bra, but you're not sure how to cut out the fabric, here is a video to break it down for you!

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How to Sew a Zipper Pouch

Here's my quickie little video to show you how to sew a zipper pouch together. This method will work with just about any size pouch, as long as you have a zipper at…

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Adding a Zipper to the Bottom of Workout Pants

At the end of February, I broke my ankle. This meant that I needed surgery and that I'd be in a cast for at least 6 weeks. Ugh. This also meant that I…

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Calico Fabric Embroidery Hoop Earrings DIY

Ever wondered how to make those cute little embroidery hoop jewelry pieces? Hi - I'm Megan from Hipstitch Academy and I've showed you how to do it in this quick video tutorial. They're…

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How to Stitch a Monogram onto a Gift

Stitching someone's name onto a stocking to personalize it easier than you think. Here's a video to demonstrate just how easy it is. Start simple and do your best !

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Damaged Baseball Jersey Repair

What happens when you open a package too vigorously and accidentally rip a hole right in it? Well - I guess if it's something you really LOVE like your favorite baseball teams jersey, you…

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Sew the Perfect Summer Hat with Free Pattern & Free Video Sewing Lesson

Not all free hat patterns online are equal. But we are in luck because I found one that I think you're going to like! I've been wearing mine non-stop and did a livestream sewing…

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I Sewed My Own Shoes

I did it. I finally broke down and purchased an Espadrille kit and made my own SHOES! Hi - I'm Megan Avery of Hipstitch Academy & I made a video breaking down the…

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Flipping Waist Ties Right Side Out Fast

In this video, I teach a little trick I used in my live sewing class last night while making the Closet Core Patterns Elodie Dress:. When you're making a long tie or waist band…

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Adding Sashiko Pockets to your Dress

Every Week I teach a sewing class LIVE on Youtube for a free sewing pattern that I find online. This is the final step in my first Lunchtime Livestream, the neck binding. Watch here to…

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