Small tears and frayed ends are easy repairs, thanks to Nicole Vasbinder’s guide to machine sewing and hand stitching. “Super Stitches Sewing” (Potter Craft/Crown Publishing Group, $19.99) includes 50 ...

All sewing machines differ, but most have basic features that are similar from model to model. Understanding the parts of a sewing machine is something that's helpful no matter your skill level. We've ...

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Understand everything, including the bobbin, presser foot, and thread guides. All sewing machines differ, but most have basic ...