There's nothing more thrilling than finishing a garment that you've made all yourself, beginning to end. The only hitch? The hem! Though it may seem like a simple project at first, with so many stitching, folding, and sewing machine techniques, you may feel at a loss for what kind of hem to use. What's the difference between a baby hem and a rolled hem? What kinds of hems are invisible and which can you see? Are some hems more flexible than others? What the heck is a hem to begin with? Put your mind at ease with this simple guide to different types of hems. Learn all of the pros and cons to various hand-stitched and machine-stitched hem types, and you'll be finishing the ends of your clothes like a pro. Even better, this manual has definitions for every term you need to understand hemming instructions. Tackle all of the sewing lingo from a "blind hemmer" to "hem allowance" with these easy-to-read terms. When you have a jaw-dropping dress that's nearly ready to stun on date night or a tailored blouse that's a single snip from being interview-perfect, don't leave your final stitches to chance. Everything you need to select the ultimate hem type can be found in this free, online guide! Sign Up For More Free Patterns >>> PLUS! We have 10 hem tutorials to help you master all the different types of hems. Scroll down to find all the wonderful hemming projects to try.
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The Hong Kong seam finish is an exquisite seam finish. Being a person originally from Hong Kong, I am not aware how this name came to be. In fact, if you mention Hong Kong seam finish in Hong Kong, I bet everyone will stare at you like you are speaking gibberish. I imagine you’d probably receive a similar […]
Easy tutorial on how to create a weathered wood gray finish. Make new wood look old and gray with this DIY grey wash wood finish!
Learn how to finish a seam and when to use it with one of these 9 seam finishes. There are different seam finishes for knit and woven fabric.
Learn how to finish a weaving wall hanging and tapestry. Learn weaving finishing techniques to secure the warp ends of your weaving.
Free patterns math worksheet for preschool and kindergarten. Students finish the patterns in each row. I would then have the students color the pattern as
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This is a self-assessment rubric that can be used with elementary students to assess their level of cooperation in group activities. This is great to use with any cooperative learning activity or work station.
Grab your FREE hair salon scissor skills printable to use with your preschool and kindergarten students! Use at home and at school!
This FREE handout is a great activity for warm-ups or even early finishers. This handout was inspired by the book Beautiful Oops! by Barney Saltzberg. Here is the BLANK version. This is a good opti…
Are you looking for early finisher activities to keep your students engaged and productive when they complete their work early? Look no further! Here are 20 early finisher activities that your students will love. From creative projects to physical activities, there’s something here for everyone! These early finisher activities will help keep your students motivated and on task while also having a little fun. So grab the supplies, turn up the music, and let's get started with these awesome early finisher activities today! (Some links below are Amazon affiliate links. . .no extra charge for you, but it helps support
You’ve made your beautiful air dry clay pot, now what? How do you seal and protect your finished piece? Air dry clay can be used to make almost anything. You don’t need any special tools or equipment and there’s no kiln needed to achieve a beautiful end product. But without a kiln how do you glaze a
Learn why you should clean your furniture before you paint it and the best cleaners to use for a long-lasting painted finish.
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Mrs. Thompson’s Treasures is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program. This post may contain affiliate links. Do you remember those Highlights magazine hidden picture pages like these? I remember always having fun with those in the waiting room at the doctor’s office. I wanted to create something similar, […]
Unleash the potential of creative minds with our Imagination and Creativity Worksheets. Designed to nurture artistic talents and inspire imaginative thinking, these worksheets are perfect for artists of all ages. This super fun pack of 10 Imagination Workout worksheets is designed to help students unleash their inner imagination and creativity. Each sheet includes 6 blocks filled with some sort of line or shape and simply asks students to finish the drawing themselves. Discover the joy of self-expression as you dive into the vibrant world of art. Create stunning masterpieces, experiment with new techniques, and let your imagination run wild. With our Imagination and Creativity Worksheets, you'll experience the thrill of bringing your unique ideas to life. Explore, create, and unlock the endless possibilities that lie within your imagination. It's time to let your creativity soar!
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One of the easiest and most effective ways to finish plywood edges is with edge banding. Here's exactly how to use it.
Check out these fun activities from Award Winning Author/Illustrator Jarett Lerner to do at home or in the classsroom. Includes comics, drawing, and more.
machine finished hand applique workshop
If your child likes to color outside the lines, give them creative control over her next work of art with this cute and comical activity.
Finding something for kindergarten early finishers to do can be a challenge! Check out these task cards to keep students learning and engaged!
After weeks and weeks of working on it, I finally finished my Fraction Printables for 4th Grade. I started out creating printables to use to bridge my curriculum and the Common Core Standards. In the end, I ended up with over 80 pages, complete with teaching pages, worksheets, word problems, quizzes, and a final assessment.…
These all about me, back to school art activities for kids are engaging icebreakers. Encourage creativity and build community during the first week back
Learn more about Sherwin-Williams Alabaster off-white paint in this paint color review from The Color Concierge.
Learn how to make homemade corn tortillas with just 2 simple ingredients and a few minutes of your time. Soft, rollable, and naturally gluten-free, these corn tortillas will be the star of your next taco night!
A 2nd grade summer early finishers reading worksheet focusing on comparing and contrasting.
Check out these fun activities from Award Winning Author/Illustrator Jarett Lerner to do at home or in the classsroom. Includes comics, drawing, and more.
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Learn how to paint plywood for a smooth professional look using a simple trick that makes all the difference!
Hello There! It’s been a while since I have written a blog post but I’m back and will be posting more freebies regularly. I’ve been working on a TON of ha
We have just finished up the 2nd part of our lapbooks: Lesson 2, The Skeletal System for Apologia’s Exploring Creation with Human Anatomy and Physiology. These things are becoming monstrous! And…
Fun free printable symmetry drawing activity for preschool and kindergarten kids! If your kids enjoy drawing and coloring pages, then these symmetry drawing worksheets will be another fun activity for them. Children will finish the
