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Sewing for beginners in simple terms

Tips, tricks and buying advice for the beginner sewist

How to Sew a Button – 2 hole, 4 hole or Shank buttons [by Hand or with a Machine ]

How to Sew a Button – 2 hole, 4 hole or Shank buttons [by Hand or with a Machine ]

Sewing on a button is easy right – you just go in and out the holes and there you are. Well not quite if you want the sewn-on button to...
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21+ Free Heart Quilt Patterns and Heart Quilt Blocks

21+ Free Heart Quilt Patterns and Heart Quilt Blocks

Get ready to snuggle up with love! These fabulous free heart quilt patterns will add a touch of warmth and charm to any space. Whether you're a seasoned quilter or...
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How to Sew a Turtle Mop [Free Turtle Mop pattern]

How to Sew a Turtle Mop [Free Turtle Mop pattern]

Below you will find my step by step written tutorial with VIDEO instructions for all the visual learners. We occasionally link to goods offered by vendors to help the reader...
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Free Babydoll dress patterns for Women and Girls

Free Babydoll dress patterns for Women and Girls

Are you ready to add a touch of whimsy to your wardrobe? Look no further than these free babydoll dress patterns! Whether you're dreaming of a vintage-inspired look or something...
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Zippered Box Pouch with NO raw edges [FREE pattern in 3 sizes]

Zippered Box Pouch with NO raw edges [FREE pattern in 3 sizes]

Today, I’m making a zippered box pouch with no raw edges. This is a stylish pouch for keeping your makeup and toiletries handy. I have supplied measurements in three sizes...
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Decorative Quilt Border Patterns to Add Character to Your Project

Decorative Quilt Border Patterns to Add Character to Your Project

As the needle gracefully weaves through the fabric, a story unfolds. Each stitch, each pattern, and each color tells a tale of creativity and tradition. Quilt border patterns are more...
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Heart-shaped Pot Holder [FREE Heart Pot Holder Pattern]

Heart-shaped Pot Holder [FREE Heart Pot Holder Pattern]

A set of heart-shaped potholders is a fun way to introduce the Valentine theme to your kitchen this year. They are easy to make and, oh, so practical. Make sure...
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25+ Free Butterfly Quilt Patterns and Butterfly Block Templates

25+ Free Butterfly Quilt Patterns and Butterfly Block Templates

Do you love the airy look of butterflies but can't decide on a project? Flutter into the world of quilting with our delightful collection of free butterfly quilt patterns!  Browse...
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DIY Cutlery Pouch with a Napkin – Foolproof tutorial

DIY Cutlery Pouch with a Napkin – Foolproof tutorial

The DIY cutlery pouch with a napkin is very useful for picnics as you can take as many pouches as you will need. You can make as many as you...
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Labyrinth Quilt Patterns

Labyrinth Quilt Patterns

Labyrinth quilt patterns are a fascinating blend of art and geometry, offering quilters a chance to create intricate designs that resemble the complex twists and turns of a maze. With...
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diy surgical scrub cap

3d face mask pattern

Free Face Mask Pattern (Tutorial+Video)

How to make yourself a fitted half face mask

DIY cloth face mask with ties

DIY Cloth Face Mask with Ties

Make yourself a pleated fabric face mask with fabric ties

how to sew a surgical face mask

DIY pleated surgical mask pattern

How to make a pleated surgical face mask in 5 minutes

 

Where to start
  • Product guides: If you are looking to buy a machine browse or search the product guides to pick the best one for you. No matter whether you are looking to create fashion, to make home decorations, crafts, or even quilts, we have a guide with just the top picks so you can easily find the most suitable model for your needs. Having the right machine and using quality supplies is crucial. Get this wrong and it can quickly turn the blissful experience into a frustration. This is why we have a section with practical tips and advice that strive to answer the most common question and provide solutions to the problems.
  • Types of machines: If you are still not sure which one is for you, I recommend you read this guide where we break down the different categories according to the skill level (beginner, intermediate or advanced), the intended application (sewing, quilting, embroidery), the fabrics you use most often, whether they are computerized or manual, and even by their size. It will give you a head start and a quick understanding of the available options, as well as giving you a handy list of the top pick in each category, so you can figure out which is best for you without much hassle.
  • Learn to sew: here we go through the basics, which will be the best fabrics for your current project. Basic troubleshooting tips for all common problems: thread jamming, wrong fabric or thread, problems with sewing heavy fabrics properly and plenty of other issues
  • Patterns and tutorials: we have a massive collection of patterns for items you can use daily. Key holders, toys, They are both very easy and real fun to sew even by the tiny sewists.Sew on!