Sewing Supplies – Page 5

Read all about it: Sewing machine needles and what all those numbers mean

June 25, 2010 by Anne Weaver

I’ll admit that I’m fairly ignorant when it comes to sewing machine needles. I know to change the needle every now and then, and I know to match the description on the package to the type of fabric I’m… Read more ...

Tutorial: Make unique wall pegs from vintage spools of thread

June 6, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Old spools of thread are easily found at estate sales or thrift stores. The wooden spools and the vintage printing are visually appealing, but the old thread shouldn’t be used in an actual sewing project. Design*Sponge shows how to turn… Read more ...

Tutorial: Make your own monogrammed pattern weights

June 3, 2010 by Anne Weaver

I love using pattern weights when cutting out pattern pieces from fabric, but to purchase them as a set is ridiculously expensive. Junie Moon shows how to make your own weights from heavy washers. They’re perfectly serviceable straight from the… Read more ...

Finding the right fabric for your sewing project

April 28, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Using the right fabric can make all the difference in a sewing project. Debbie from Squiggly Twigs Designs gives us the low-down on the different types of fabrics she sews with – what they’re like, when to use them, and… Read more ...

It’s new: City Weekend fabric by Oliver + S

April 24, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Do you love Oliver + S patterns for kids’ clothes? Well, now you can make Oliver + S designs out of Oliver + S fabric! Their line is called City Weekend and it will be produced by Moda. Look for… Read more ...

Many uses for a seam ripper

April 23, 2010 by Anne Weaver

The most obvious use for a seam ripper

is to, well, rip seams. But did you know that you can use it for so many other things? I didn’t. LiEr from ikat bag shares her top 10 favorite uses for… Read more ...

Tutorial: Using a vintage button maker tool to cover buttons

April 18, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Miia shows how to use a button maker tool to create fabric covered buttons. She uses an antique button making tool. I don’t know if it’s my weakness for gadgets, or the beautiful blue metal, but her tutorial is making… Read more ...

Free template: Pressing guides for a perfect turned edge

March 23, 2010 by Anne Weaver

I’ve gotten pretty good at eyeballing a 1/4-inch or 1/2-inch folded edge, but when I want to be more precise I find myself pulling out a seam gauge and constantly checking the depth of the fold. Until now. Because The … Read more ...

The softie stuffing tool you can’t do without

March 11, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Sarah from Dolly Donations points us toward a cool tool featured over at Melly & Me. This simple tool can be purchased at the hobby store for just a few dollars, and makes stuffing a softie an easier task. What… Read more ...

Read a review of the Dritz Bound Buttonhole vintage sewing tool

January 12, 2010 by Anne Weaver

Sarai from Colette Patterns gives a review of the Dritz Bound Buttonhole tool. These are no longer produced and can be difficult to find, but from the sound of her review they’re certainly something to be on the lookout for. … Read more ...

Tip: Use ponytail elastics to tame your bobbins

December 29, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Whosies from Whosies & Whatnots shares a tip on her blog (Whosies… Written Whatnots) for using dollar store ponytail elastics to tame your bobbins. It’s so simple, and yet so brilliant! See how she does it. … Read more ...

Cool idea: DIY seam roll

December 9, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Gertie from Gertie’s New Blog for Better Sewing shows her DIY version of a seam roll. She needed a seam roll and didn’t want to spend the money to buy one, so she used what she could find around her… Read more ...

Cool idea: Easy water refill for your steam iron

November 11, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Erin from High Fructose Craft recycles a squeezable soap bottle into a bottle that holds water to refill her iron. This makes refilling the iron a snap! Read more at her blog. … Read more ...

Video: The tools you need to get started sewing

November 10, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Chica and Jo continue their Sewing 101 blog series with a video showing the essential notions you’ll need as you sew your first sewing projects. If you’re wanting to learn to sew, this is a great video for you! See … Read more ...

Cool idea: Magnetic sewing tool organization

September 30, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Anna from Noodlehead shows how she organized her sewing tools. She mounted a magnetic strip to the wall to create an handy place to stash her scissors, needles, and other sharp-ended metal sewing tools she wants to keep out of… Read more ...