So you have decided to sew new curtains for your home? Even if you have picked the perfect color and patterns for home decor, the choice of suitable fabrics for...
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Sewing for beginners in simple terms
Tips, tricks and buying advice for the beginner sewist
Brother SE400 Review – the Next-Gen Sewing Machine
Although there are dozens of high quality sewing machines on the market that praise their automatic and ‘fully computerized’ features, it is hard to find one that is truly next-gen....
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Janome Magnolia 7318 – Performance and Features Review
Judging by the name alone, most people would guess that Janome hails its origin from southern parts of the United States, but in fact Janome is thoroughly Japanese. Founded in...
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Best Sewing Machines for Curtains and Other Window Treatments
If there is one need that is poorly catered to on the market, and which a sewing machine can take care of beautifully, it’s the selection of curtains and other...
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Janome Hello Kitty Sewing Machine Reviews (So Cute!)
There is no better way to get your young kid to sew than to make it fun and easy. Big and unfriendly beginner sewing machines are not fun to play...
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Brother CS6000i vs Singer 7258 – Comparison of Features, Stitches and Performance
If you want to start a sewing hobby, or even go full professional, there are two brands to seriously consider. They both have a good track record of producing quality...
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Singer Stylist 7258 Review – Create and Embellish Fashions with Ease
We have come a long way from your mother’s huge sewing machine, producing enough noise to overpower every other sound in the home. Today, sewing machines are relatively compact, computerized,...
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Best Fabric for Napkins and Placemats
Newbie sewists usually start with simple projects suitable for beginners. Placemats and napkins are a great option for you to learn how to sew properly. They are easy to make...
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Brother CS6000i Review – a Gorgeous Sewing Machine for Newbies
Let’s face it; not everyone is going to become the next Ralph Lauren or Giorgio Armani, even if one is completely engrossed in the world of fashion and the enthusiasm...
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Secrets of a Dressmaker: How to Check a Pattern after Drafting or Alterations
In case you are working on a project based on a pattern which you have made out of scratch or on a ready-made one which you have altered, you should...
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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!