Author Archives: Luv2Sew

Reverse Applique Journal Cover: Free Sewing Project

Posted on January 7, 2011 by Luv2Sew

Free Sewing Project: Reverse Applique Journal Cover By Liz Kettle As we say farewell to the previous year and look forward to the wonders of the upcoming year it is common to become introspective and ponder how we may have … Continue reading →

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October Email Subscriber Winner Announced

Posted on November 30, 2010 by Luv2Sew

Havel’s Sewing is pleased to announce that Nancy Medley of Missouri has won a free Havel’s Sew Creative Scissors set .  Nancy was eligible because she subscribed to our email news during the month of October.   Her prize: one 5-1/2″ Curved Tip Embroidery Scissors, one … Continue reading →

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New Fabric Scissors and Rotaries a Hit at Houston Quilt Market

Posted on November 18, 2010 by Luv2Sew

Thank you to everyone that stopped by our booth in Houston! We had such a good time talking with you and hearing so many great ideas for product innovations in fabric scissors.   Our new Dura-Snips on a Neck Strap were … Continue reading →

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5 Important Questions for Choosing Your First Fabric Scissors

Posted on November 12, 2010 by Luv2Sew

Scissors For the Beginner in Sewing and Quilting By Bev Crone In the rush to buy your machine, fabrics, threads, needles and various tools, the last item to land in the cart is usually the scissors.  The ones you grab … Continue reading →

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What’s the Difference Between Scissors and Shears?

Posted on October 25, 2010 by Luv2Sew

This is a question that’s on the minds of a lot of beginning sewists and quilters.   The term “shears” is usually applied to scissors that are longer than six inches.  This is not a rule carved in stone, however.  You will notice … Continue reading →

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