First she showed how to give your sewing machine a good spring cleaning. Now, Craft Nectar shows how to oil your machine to keep it running smoothly. Get the tutorial.
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First she showed how to give your sewing machine a good spring cleaning. Now, Craft Nectar shows how to oil your machine to keep it running smoothly. Get the tutorial.
[tags]sewing, tutorial, machine, oil, maintenance[/tags]
Are you ready to turn a thrifted men’s button-up shirt into a trendy and chic gathered top? In this tutorial, I’ll guide you through the simple steps of transforming an oversized shirt into a fashion-forward garment with drawstring features. It’s a fun and straightforward process that’s perfect for sewists of all skill levels, adding another stylish me-made piece to your wardrobe while also giving new life to pre-loved clothing. Full tutorial including a video can be seen here.
Start by choosing an oversized men’s button-up shirt from your local thrift store or your own wardrobe. Look for a shirt with interesting fabric and patterns that you’d like to showcase in your transformed top.
Jamie says
Many people overlook the simple maintenance that is required on a sewing machine to keep it operating like it was when they first bought it. It’s good to remind people of this and your tutorial is very helpful. Thanks for sharing this.