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Hold It Precision Stiletto
What is it? So much of what we do in sewing involves detail work. Quilting, fashion, home decor or accessories all are made better when we pay attention to even the most obscure details in the construction process. But this requires more than just paying attention. It means all of those little points, folds, creases or seams have to be perfect. Unfortunately when we’re sewing or pressing these details into place our fingers often go into harm’s way. Proximity to sharp needles and hot irons can be a real creative…
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I Sew For Fun
What is it? Chances are if you’re into sewing it’s because you were introduced to it by someone. Maybe a friend or your mom or dad or even a grandmother or grandfather or other relative. The point remains, however, that most often someone close to you inspired you, encouraged you and taught you. And because of them you grew to understand and appreciate the rewards of the creative art of sewing. Whether fashion, quilting, heirloom or home decor, it matters not. To be able to sit down with needle and…
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New to Clover! Winter 2019
A multi-purpose tool for knitting and crochet. Measure your crochet hook or knitting needle size in US, metric and Japanese standard sizes.
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Tool School Extra Credit: Snag Repair Needles
Did you miss Tool School: Snag Repair Needles? Or maybe you just want more! Click below to watch some additional tips of our Snag Repair Needles by the Shibaguyz.
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Snag Repair Extra Credit
Extra credit with the Shibaguyz Shannon and Jason Mullett-Bowlsby are the dynamic DIY duo known as the Shibaguyz, and the creative geniuses behind Shibaguyz Designz Studio.Their award winning crochet & knit designs have been featured in and on the covers of both US and international publications. Their craft, portrait, and fashion photography has appeared in six books and numerous magazines around the globe. Together, the Shibaguyz team currently has over 300 published patterns and 10 books credited to their names. Shannon and Jason live in Seattle, Washington with their…
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Clover at Creativation 2019
We will be at Creativation 2019! Creativation will take place from January 17-21, 2019 in Phoenix, Arizona. You can find us at booth #414 for a demonstration or join us for a class.
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Tool School: Snag Repair Needles
By Steve Butler What is it? It’s always your new sweater, coat, blouse or pants. The dreaded snag. An unruly thread pulled free and right there for everyone to see. You can pat it down but you know it’ll come back. Cut it off and you leave a hole in its place.
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Snag Repair Needles
What is it? It’s always your new sweater, coat, blouse or pants. The dreaded snag. An unruly thread pulled free and right there for everyone to see. You can pat it down but you know it’ll come back. Cut it off and you leave a hole in its place. That’s no answer either. How can we make it better? Come to think of it, are there other occasions when we face the same dilemma? A loose thread that doesn’t belong? Yup, sewing in general. Sewing is full of circumstances where…
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Pressing Techniques: Notions & Accessories
By Eloise Wagers A list of handy notions and accessories to help get into tight areas, prevent shine and indents, and overall better finishing.
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Pressing Techniques: Tips & Tricks
By Eloise Wagers Ironing vs Pressing Ironing is defined as sliding the iron back and forth over the fabric to remove wrinkles.