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A New Sleeve Cuff
As originally designed, many of our cuffed sleeve patterns (like Basics for Boys ) are made for fabric that does that not have a wrong...


Victoria with Scallop Collar
Susan is teaching Victoria with Scallops Add-on. The scallops collar and sleeve band are such a great add-on to many of our patterns....


Robert Vintage Pajamas
Classic styles also matter when you put little ones to bed. Now that our Robert pattern is available in a wider range of sizes, you can...


Ruffler Foot
This machine foot is by far the most intimidating machine accessory I’ve ever used! But, once I became comfortable I loved how easy it is...


Halter Jane
This is a quick, fun adaption of the Children’s Corner Jane pattern, making it into a halter dress/tunic or even a great swimsuit...


Multiple Ways to Button Frannie
One of our favorite features of the Frannie and Frannie Baby top/dress is the simplicity of the back closure. With just one button, there...


Bishop Sleeve Finishes: Piping
In this video, Bonnie shows you through how to add piping to your sleeve. You may choose this embellishment to add to the Banded Puff...


Bishop Sleeve Finishes: Elastic
Bonnie shows you this easy way to accomplish a gathered finish to your sleeve with elastic. You may choose this as an alternative to...


Bishop Sleeve Finishes: Angel Sleeve
Watch as our Bonnie, an expert heirloom teacher, shows you how to add a sweet embellishment to your Angel Sleeve. You may choose this as...


Bishop Embellishment Ideas
Bonnie gives three great ideas to add a special touch to your Bishop or Missy. These are great ideas to give an heirloom gown a fresh new...


How to Add Pipe Peter Pan Collar
Watch Susan as she adds piping to a Peter Pan collar. This collar is the epitome of a classic look, and is included in many of our...


How to Cut Bias
See how to make corded piping with easy and perfection each time. Susan teaches in this video. All you need is a rotary cutter, ruler and...


How to Prepare A Smocked Insert
Follow along to see how to prepare a smocked insertion before you sew it into your garment. In this video, Susan is working with our Mary...


Rolled Hem Foot
Susan shows you how to use the rolled hem presser foot. To achieve beautiful and consistent tiny hems, this foot can be your friend! BUT,...


How to Make Corded Piping
Watch as Susan teaches to make corded piping for ease and perfection each time. For a tutorial on how to cut bias, see it here. The...


Whipstitch Piping
Add DMC floss to your piping in order to make a truly unique look. It is best to make your own piping using petite cording. See how to do...


Smocked Christmas Ornament
Smocking isn’t only reserved for heirloom garments. We love putting our beautiful handwork on a gift that will quickly become a treasured...


Who is Kaki?
Deciding what to name our most recent knit pattern was a snap. “Kaki” is the nickname for owner Karen’s daughter, Katharine. Serving as...


Who is Harper? First, Meet Nona
The story behind the name of the newest Children’s Corner pattern, Harper, begins with a chance meeting on Nona Gaston’s first American...


Who is Cathy Jones?
“Ask Cathy.” Whenever there’s a question about a Children’s Corner pattern, a sewing technique, a bookkeeping issue or the history of the...
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