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Stopped into Joann Fabrics since they're shutting down and discounting everything. Grabbed some foam core boards and a few packs of fabric squares that are good for small projects (dice bags, pouches, that sort of stuff). Some of the fabric they had left was tempting but the line to get it cut was super long, I wouldn't have made it out for at least another hour.

The space bees fabric might have been worth the wait, though.

Can anyone help out my sister with fabric for a progress pride flag she’s planning to sew?

Bedsheets/duvet covers/quilting cottons are all great, so long as the fabric is at least 25x90cm/10x36”. Patterns/tone on tone/mostly the colour is all great.

Fabrics need to be able to be sent to the uk. #Sewing #Queer #Crafting #Pride #ProgressPride

About 20 years ago I bought a book called "The Complete Book of Sewing Shortcuts". It's out of print, so here's how it says to sew darts. Put tape on your sewing machine in a straight line from the needle out. Cut small clips at the dart base and put in a pin 1/8" lower than the point. Fold the fabric lining up the clips and align the point with the tape. Sew to the pin, remove it and sew one more stitch. Chain off enough thread to knot. Do not backstitch. Press. Works like a charm. #sewing #crafting #cosplay #technique