Indygo Junction Pattern Giveaway and how to mark a button location before stitching

First I want to say Happy Valentine's Day all of you beloved Craftside readers!

Yesterday I shared with you about the Vintage-Inspired, Modern Style Design Challenge and today I have a super special giveaway to share with you!

Indygo Junction has offered you Craftside readers the chance to win your choice of any Indygo Junction pattern!

Here is just a few. They have patterns for everything from cute dresses to fun accessories and ornaments!

Answer the question:

What sewing technique have you either recently mastered or is next on your list to try?

Leave your answer in today's comments by Midnight ET on Tuesday, February 21, 2012 and you will be in the running.

2 commenters will get to choose 1 each of the Indygo Junction patterns.

ANd for two more chances to win a free Indygo Junction pattern pop on over to this post at Recycled Crafts at Craft Gossip and leave a comment there!

And speaking of sewing techniques here is a great tutorial on how to mark the perfect placement of a button to a buttonhole from the book Singer® The Complete Photo Guide to Sewing - Revised and Updated Edition.

Click on this page from Singer® The Complete Photo Guide to Sewing - Revised and Updated Edition to enlarge and read how to mark the placement for a button so it lines up perfectly with a button hole.

Want more great sewing tips and techniques? Then grab yourself a copy of:

Singer® The Complete Photo Guide to Sewing - Revised and Updated Edition

This is the one reference every sewer needs. Its 352 pages and 1,200 photographs cover every aspect of fashion and décor sewing. Sewers from beginners to the skilled will turn to this book again and again!

 

Comments

[Nancy Eha]

I am learning how to do invisible machine applique with a tiny zigzag stitch instead of the blind hem stitch. The applique lays flatter and is the result is a smoother edge.

[Patsy Pirnat]

I have been quilting for quite a few years now but didn't think I would enjoy applique but now I am ready to give it a try.

[Robyn Madison]

Next on my list to learn - mastering tight curves

[Valentina P]

The next technique I'm going to be trying is pad-stitching in horsehair interfacing.

[Sandy]

I can't really say I've mastered it, but I am no longer afraid of my serger. I can replace needles, thread it, and set the tension correctly, which is a huge accomplishment for me.

[Leslie F.]

I am interested,in trying a new scarf technique. Layering chenille fabric diagonally in 3 layers sewing and cutting the fringe, and then laundering it to make it thicker. I saw this on "Sewing with Nancy" and it really caught my eye.I am also interested in utilizing machine stitching on my Singer for an updated version of crazy quilting.

[Leslie Friedman]

I want to try to make some new scarves by layering chenille fabric diagonally for about 3 layers, sew each end length wise,about 5/8th of an inch across multiple times then cut the fringe on both ends of the scarf. Once you wash it, and dry it it it will fatten up and make a nice thick scarf. I am also interested in utilizing my Singer stitches for for an updated look for crazy quilting, but machine sewn not hand sewn.

[Susan Bishop]

I just bought a new Futura and am in the process of setting it up and starting the tutorial. I want to learn how to machine embroider embellishments for bags and purses. So far, I have used the basic tutorial and embroidered a motif for a large tote bag. Only 2 colors, so not very difficult. Next tute is on downloading a design from my computer to the machine and centering it in the hoop.

[Jennifer Cheek-Payan]

I'm just started cutting fabric for a full sized quilt. This is my 1st quilt and I'm a lil nervous but excited to learn to sew better. Thank you so much for the chance to win!

[Debra Lee]

I plan on making my first piece of clothing this year!