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 +Introduction to Sewing. \\
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 +* This sewing article is still a rough draft. It contains my basic notes about learning the culture of sewing, and some of the typical methods and tools. \\
 +* Cautions: Don't hurt yourself. This is not professional advice. You're responsible for your actions and medical bills. \\
 +* Like cooking, sewing takes many forms and there are many ways to go about it.\\
 +* Related articles at RoyceBarber.com:​ Costume & Movie Prop Fabrication. Types of Rope. Construction Boards. Time Saving Tools. Multipurpose Tools.\\
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 +Basic Equipment: Sewing machine with spare thread, manuals, serger machine, sewing pins, needle, seam ripper, pattern, Internet tutorial or video, scissors, cutting board, nimble measuring tape, calculator. \\
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 +Lingo, Terminology,​ Phrases\\
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 +* Seamstress\\
 +* Pattern\\
 +* Thread\\
 +* Bobbin\\
 +* Type of Stitch\\
 +* Double Stitched\\
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 +Common Materials Used\\
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 +* Fabrics.\\
 +* Thin plastics or vinyl. \\
 +* Velcrow.\\
 +* Buttons.\\
 +* zipper of metal or plastic.\\
 +* Magnets instead of buttons.\\
 +* Thimble protects the fingers.\\
 +* Elastic.\\
 +* Leather straps.\\
 +* Cotton cushioning.\\
 +* Soft clothing lining.\\
 +* Scraps of material for patching or experimenting.\\
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 +What You Can Sew: Anything! Car Cover, Car Dashboard Cover, Shirt, Skirt, Pant, Sock, Jacket, Underclothes,​ Backpack, Cutain, Sheet, Quilt, Sofa Cover, Hat, Scarf, Glove, Costumes, Dolls, Repair Patch, Belt, etc. Any thin material unless your manual states otherwise.\\
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 +Common Mistakes\\
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 +* Not using a store coupon.\\
 +* Pricking your finger.\\
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 +Advanced or Industrial Projects\\
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 +* Sewing graphics. \\
 +* Sewing through thick leather.\\
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 +Related Hobbies\\
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 +* Knitting\\
 +* Crocheting\\
 +* DIY Arts & Crafts\\
 +* DIY Fabrication\\
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 +Internet Resources\\
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 +* Wikipedia for Sewing: http://​en.wikipedia.org/​wiki/​Sewing\\
 +* Wikipedia Category: https://​en.wikipedia.org/​wiki/​Category:​Sewing\\
 +* Wikipedia: https://​en.wikipedia.org/​wiki/​Sewing_machine\\
 +* Wikipedia: https://​en.wikipedia.org/​wiki/​Glossary_of_sewing_terms\\
 +* Wikipedia: https://​en.wikipedia.org/​wiki/​Machine_embroidery\\
 +* Wikipedia: https://​en.wikipedia.org/​wiki/​List_of_sewing_stitches\\
 +* Dmoz Links: https://​www.dmoz.org/​search?​q=sewing\\
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 +Foot Notes, Cited Sources, Misc\\
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