...Designer tacks: these hand stitches anchor and reinforce parts of a garment and give it a couture touch

Article Abstract:

A tack is a series of small stitches that anchors layers of fabric and create a neat, tailored look or to strengthen stress points for the garment to last longer. Anchoring tacks include chain tack and French tack, while decorative reinforcing tacks include bow tack and bar tack.

Methods, Sewing

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Easy braided belts

Article Abstract:

The steps for making braided belts are presented. These include the use of the eight-strand English sennit braiding technique, choosing the length and width of the belt and using a foamcore board covered with grid or graph paper as a work surface.

Belts (Clothing)

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Discovered buttons

Article Abstract:

Unique-looking buttons can be made from ordinary, everyday items, such as foreign coins, photos, dominos and bottle caps. Glue-on button shanks and a strong adhesive are all that is needed to create interesting buttons from found objects.

Buttons

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