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Sewing for beginners in simple terms

Tips, tricks and buying advice for the beginner sewist

How to Sew a French Seam [No-nonsense Tutorial]

How to Sew a French Seam [No-nonsense Tutorial]

What makes a French seam French? We aren’t sure about that one since the French call the same seam an English seam! To avoid any confusion, let’s say a French...
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32+ EASY DIY Last-Minute Halloween Costume Ideas for Kids

32+ EASY DIY Last-Minute Halloween Costume Ideas for Kids

Are you struggling to come up with a Halloween costume for your child this year? Don't worry, we've got you covered. While it's true that kids are often more focused...
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DIY Christmas Cutlery Holder with Free Pattern [Christmas Cutlery Pocket Tutorial]

DIY Christmas Cutlery Holder with Free Pattern [Christmas Cutlery Pocket Tutorial]

I love these neat little Christmas cutlery pockets for placing the cutlery ready for a meal. It makes it simple for table settings as each guest has everything they need...
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Free Double Wedding Ring Quilt Patterns

Free Double Wedding Ring Quilt Patterns

Whether the goal is crafting a sentimental family keepsake to be passed down or making a heartfelt gift to celebrate cherished friends, the classic double wedding ring quilt pattern is...
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How To Make An Envelope Pillow Case in *JUST* 10 minutes

How To Make An Envelope Pillow Case in *JUST* 10 minutes

I love the envelope pillowcase because it is so easy. The best part is it can be finished within 10 minutes after you have done the cutting and pinning. And...
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20+ DIY Piglet Costume Ideas – How To Make a Pig Costume FAST

20+ DIY Piglet Costume Ideas – How To Make a Pig Costume FAST

Adorable Pig Costumes That Are Easy Enough for Anyone to DIY This Halloween DIY Piglet Costume Ideas for kids Piglet costumes for toddlers (2 versions) by Spotofteadesigns Piglet costume diy...
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25+ Free Flower Quilt Patterns to Brighten Your Day

25+ Free Flower Quilt Patterns to Brighten Your Day

Who says quilting has to be complicated or time-consuming? Our free flower quilt patterns are designed to be simple and easy to follow, so you can create a beautiful quilt...
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Why Does My Sewing Machine Keep Jamming [5 Common Problems and Solutions]

Why Does My Sewing Machine Keep Jamming [5 Common Problems and Solutions]

Whether you are a newbie, an enthusiast or a professional sewist, having your sewing machine jam in the middle of a project can be quite a frustrating experience. The moment...
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19 DIY Evil Queen Costume Ideas to Recreate the Cruel Look

19 DIY Evil Queen Costume Ideas to Recreate the Cruel Look

"Mirror, mirror on the wall, who's the fairest of them all? Well, with this DIY evil queen costume inspired by Snow White and the Seven Dwarfs, you'll certainly be the...
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DIY Bunny Costumes That Will Have You Hopping with Joy – How To Make a Rabbit Costume

DIY Bunny Costumes That Will Have You Hopping with Joy – How To Make a Rabbit Costume

Are you tired of the same old store-bought costumes? Do you want to unleash your creativity and make something truly unique? Then these fun and easy DIY bunny costume ideas...
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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!