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Zipper Buying Guide & Easy Ordering
What Are the Best Sewing Machine Needles for Leather?
Essential Sailrite® Tools & Supplies for DIYers: Conquer Your Projects Like a Pro
Best Gifts for Leatherworkers
Selecting a Sewing Machine Needle
Choosing the Right Zipper
6 Handy Notions to Have for Any Project
10 Time-Saving Tools to Speed Up Any Project
16 Must-Have Tools & Notions for Beginner DIYers
Liveaboard Sailing: What Sewing Supplies Do I Need Onboard?
Understanding Thread Sizing
Matching Thread Colors to Sunbrella® Marine & Awning Fabric (PDF)
Choosing a Replacement Zipper Slider
Thread & Needle Recommendation Guide (PDF)
How to Pick the Best Marking Tool
Selecting the Right Lifetime Thread
How to Choose the Right Webbing
Selecting the Right Thread Material
What Do I Need to Start Doing Canvaswork?
Nylon vs. Polyester Hook & Loop Tape
Facing, Straight Cut Binding or Bias Binding — Which Do I Choose?
What Do I Need to Start Doing Upholstery Work?
Webbing Support Strap vs. Rigid Support Struts
What Is the UY 128 GAS Needle?
Hembobs: What Are They & Why Would I Use Them?
Marking Tools Comparison Chart (PDF)
The Best Vinyl, Foam & Thread for Outdoor Cushions
The Best Fabric, Foam & Thread for Outdoor Cushions
A Guide to Using Bobbins & Hembobs
The Best Fabric, Foam & Zippers for Marine Interior Cushions
What Do I Need to Start Sailmaking & Sewing Sails?
The Cost of DIY: An Investment in Successful Sewing
The Ultimate Guide to Sewing Thread
Best Gifts for New Sewers
Best Gifts for Hobby & Craft Sewers
Zipper Selection Made Easy — Everything You Need to Know About Zippers
Best Gifts for Canvasworkers
Best Gifts for Upholsterers
Best Gifts for Sailors
Scissors vs. Rotary Cutters — Which Should I Use?
Hemming 101: Basting Tape, Pins & Clips
Which Basting Tape Do I Use for My Project?