There is something so cute in sewing tiny baby dresses. It's my #1 choice for a handmade gift as this is a cool and practical item that will help the...
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Sewing for beginners in simple terms
Tips, tricks and buying advice for the beginner sewist
DIY Fabric Scissors Holder with FREE Scissors Case Pattern
Get this free scissors case pattern and whip up this easy DIY scissors holder to keeps your three main types of sewing scissors in one place. Also, the DIY scissors...
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DIY Couch Cover Ideas – Easy Sofa Slipcovers You Can Make
Refresh the look of your couch, loveseat, armchair or sofa with these easy couch cover tutorials and ideas. I scoured the internet to bring you the easiest and FREE couch...
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How to Make a Fleece Poncho with a Hood [Using Just 2 Seams]
Making ponchos is easy. We show you how to make a poncho in a short space of time, so you have a stylish garment you can either use outdoors to...
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Free Baby Quilt Patterns – Classic, Modern or Unique Designs
Sewing a handmade baby quilt is one of the most meaningful gifts you can make. Something about a handmade quilt is so special, especially as there is so much time...
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How to Make a Rag Quilt (the Easy way)
If you want a fast, fun, Bohemian style quilt then try a rag quilt. It is stitched on the right side of the fabric and has a ragged fluffy look...
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15+ Vest Sewing Patterns for the Whole Family
Why don't you make yourself a vest to keep you cozy during the cold days? A vest sewing pattern is a perfect project to hone your sewing skills as there...
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20+ Easy Poncho Sewing Patterns for Women, Men and Kids
Sew up a warm and cozy ponchos to keep you and the kids protected from the chill. I've rounded up the best free poncho sewing patterns and tutorials I could...
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How to Hem Curtains (2 ways) WITH or WITHOUT Sewing
Today’s post is designed to make hemming curtains super simple, with no-sew options, in case you don’t have a sewing machine. For beginners sewists, we’ll show you an easy way...
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30+ Valentine’s Day Sewing Projects
Share the love straight from your heart and show your chosen one how much they mean to you with some of these valentine’s sewing projects! Making a gift from scratch...
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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!