The Rise of Dressmaking: Sewing Clothes vs Buying
To make your own clothes is not the simplest of crafts and hobbies, because it requires some experience with design patterns, fabric choices as well as using a sewing machine. Despite all this, dressmaking is definitely coming back in fashion in recent years due to a number of factors. A recent survey by the Craft […]
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Quilting FAQ Answered! Our Top Tips to Help Deal with Annoying Quilting Issues
Pre-wash or not? Most of the time it is simply a matter of personal preference. Some quilters pre-wash everything, some don’t pre-wash anything at all, and some only pre-wash bright colors that are prone to bleeding. So decide by yourself. The only case I certainly don’t recommend pre-washing is when making wall hangings because the […]
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Sewing on a Budget: Learn to Sew Without Breaking the Bank
If sewing is just a hobby for you, it is very likely that you need to be careful about overspending when working on your sewing projects. Learning how to spend wisely and how to sew on a budget can help you save a lot of money in the long run. Here are some ideas on […]
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Teaching a Child to Sew Made Easy with 10 Smart Tips
Nothing feels more satisfying than getting your family to know and to love your hobby along with you. This is why I have been actively engaging my children with sewing related projects and games since they were very young. Sharing my passion with them and seeing how they enjoy completing their own small projects is […]
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100+ Free Lingerie Sewing Patterns
Patterns, ah patterns. Skirts, dresses, tops, totes – those are everywhere. However, when it comes to lingerie – underwear, camisoles, slips, nightgowns… Free lingerie sewing patterns are incredibly hard to find online. One has to spend many hours surfing and sifting through hundreds and thousands sites to find good and FREE lingerie patterns. I have […]
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Guide to Basic Hand Sewing Stitches
No matter how smart and modern your sewing machine is, any sewist – be it a beginner or a professional needs to know the hand sewing basics and the main hand sewing stitches. You will need an appropriate needle, thread and a needle threader. The finer the fabric – the thinner the needle you should […]
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Guide to the Basic Machine Sewing Stiches
Are you overwhelmed with the huge choice of stitches your modern sewing machine has? Don’t worry – you are not alone. Even professional sewists find it difficult to manage to learn all the possible stitching options provided by the latest sewing machines. For more detailed information you can always refer to your sewing machine manual […]
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Step-by-Step Guide How to Thread Your Sewing Machine
It is essential that you learn how to properly thread your sewing machine if you want to get it to work properly and achieve optimal results with your sewing projects. By threading it properly, you will ensure that the stitches are attractive, straight and secure, so that your garment or other projects looks well and […]
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Getting to Know Your Sewing Machine and Its Parts
While sewing machines can be very different, they are all made of some common basic components which you should get familiar with in order to learn how to properly work with and maintain or repair your machine. In many cases, the positioning of the main parts of the sewing machine can differ from brand to […]
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Why Does My Sewing Machine Keep Jamming
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 when no sound and movement happens once you press the pedal is one we all dread, as well as noting how your machine makes a […]
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