• From the basics and beyond—learn all about elastics whether you use them in a basic casing or as an embellishment
• Nancy shows you the many different types of elastics, where they each work best, and timesaving tips to help
• Learn how to insert elastics into children's clothing, pants, shoulder seams, necklines, and more

• Sew Elastics - Stretch Your Options Book (BK2423)
  • Soft cover; 18 pages; color photos throughout
  • By Nancy Zieman
  • Learn about sewing many kinds of elastic, starting with a very basic elastic casing and move onto techniques working with specialty elastics
  • Elastic casing, use braided, knitted, or woven with this technique
  • Buttonhole elastic, knitted elastic with buttonholes built in is great for growing kids' clothes and maternity clothes
  • Drawcord elastic, great for sportswear and lounge pants
  • No worries elastic casing (modified elastic casing)
• Sew Elastics - Stretch Your Options DVD (SN2423D)
  • DVD has a 60 minute runtime; Nancy Zieman
  • Learn about sewing many kinds of elastic, starting with a very basic elastic casing and move onto techniques working with specialty elastics
• See Details Tab for program descriptions

Part 1:
Learn timesaving tips for sewing a variety of elastics.
Nancy reviews various types of elastics including braided, knitted, and woven, and then she teaches updated techniques for buttonhole and drawcord elastic. In addition, learn how to make a traditional elastic casing and a ready-to-wear technique for a no-worries elastic casing, especially nice for knit garments.

Part 2:
Choose elastic for great shaping details—the perfect stepping stone to creative projects!
Nancy uses clear, narrow, and fold-over elastic plus elastic thread in conventional and creative ways. Stabilize shoulder seams and add stretch to neckline seams with clear elastic, use 1/4" elastic for stretchable gathers, elastic thread for smocking, and soft flexible foldover elastic to finish soft knits such as baby clothing and fleece.

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The promise Nancy made more than 30 years ago still stands today. At Nancy's Notions, your 100% satisfaction is guaranteed. If, for any reason, at any time, you're not completely satisfied with an item's quality, please return it for a refund, an exchange, or a credit of the purchase price.

Frequently Asked Questions:
1. Can I return software? Yes, even after you've installed the software on your computer. Simply uninstall the software and return the complete package.

2. Can I return embroidery designs? Yes, go ahead and break the package seal. If you don't care for how your new designs stitch, return the opened CD. Simply delete any designs you already loaded to your computer, memory cards, jump drives, or sewing machine.

3. Can I return cut fabric? Yes. Go ahead. Prewash and cut your fabric. If you don't like how it sews, return it. It's that simple.

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