”I love this. I get excited over sewing machines,” said Helene Lambruschi, owner of Sew European, located in the tiny town of Ridgefield. Lambruschi does gets excited over sewing machines; she has a ...

Q: I am interested in learning more about smocking. I know the basics, but is there a local sewing group that could help me hone my craft? – L.C., Newport News A: Smocking is an old form of hand ...

Appearances can be deceiving. This outstanding cardigan vest with an overall smocking stitch looks difficult to knit _ but isn't. The pattern stitch is easy to learn and goes quickly because there are ...