Author: Naomi

I'm a wife, mom, small business owner, writer and life coach. Using my gifts to encourage others as they grow in the gifts and talents they have been given.

The Best Jacket Zipper Replacements for sewing

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YKK manufactures the best replacement zippers that I have ever used. Early on in my professional sewing career, I bought Coats and Clark replacement zippers from JoAnn Fabrics. Frequently clients would return with the item the following season saying the zipper had broken again. This was back in 2008-2010 period, so I can't vouch for how Coats and Clark zippers are at this time. But I've come...Read More
How to make custom valence

How to make custom valence

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These custom valence are made with typical home decor fabric, lined and stabilized with an iron-on-interfacing. I used Craft Pelon 809 . The back is lined with a basic muslin. As you can see from the image above there is also a small pocket near the bottom of the valence for a wire to be inserted. The wire is specifically for the valence to hold its shape....Read More
How to Patch Jeans by Machine

How to Patch Jeans by Machine

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Learn how to patch jeans with the sewing machine Do you have someone in your life who always has holes in their knees?! You are not alone! My husband forever has huge holes in his jeans! There are a few options for patching, but always it involves some old denim. Typically I have denim left over from pants my boys have torn up and outgrown. View this...Read More