Using a twin needle

If you shorten track suit pants often, then I recommend you buy yourself a twin needle.  I always use the widest one possible, because I think it gives a better finish.  I prefer to over lock the edge of the new hem first, then use the twin needle, however you can just use the twin […]

Marking with soap

You want to shorten a pair of pants, but have run out of chalk.  Please never use pens or pencils to mark a garment.  Some pens are impossible to get out.  Would you believe I have people bring in pants that has a line from one side of the side seam to another using pen […]

Steam Iron

Most of us have a steam iron, and if you are like me you hit the steam button constantly to get a smooth iron.  Wrong………  Did you know that by constantly steaming the garment you are more than likely keeping the creases in the garment.  Hit the steam button once, then go back over the […]