Sewing Techniques

Rhinestone Glue: Which Is Right For Your Dress?

June 3, 2020 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Rhinestones are a great way to add some bling to your latest sewing project, whether it is a dress, a fancy pillowcase, a fun purse, or anything else that needs some shine. But what kind of rhinestone glue should you… Read more ...

The Best Fabric for Sewing Clothes

June 2, 2020 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Learn all about the best fabrics for sewing clothing so that you’ll love to sew that fabric and love to wear the clothing you make with it! I feel like I’ve gotten pretty picky with my fabrics, and maybe they… Read more ...

Sewing Pattern – Non-Slip Sewing Machine Foot Pedal Pad

May 31, 2020 by Anne Weaver 2 Comments

I have a tiled floor and the foot pedal seems to slip further and further away throughout my sewing session, until I have to fish it back again. It’s this sitting with one leg extended, sitting at an angle that… Read more ...

Sewing With Flannel: Tips You Need to Know

May 30, 2020 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Flannel has to be on the list of almost everyone’s favorite fabrics. It is soft and fuzzy and makes you think of cuddling up by the fireplace in pj’s. It is readily available at nearly any fabric shop and overall… Read more ...

DIY Face Mask – Nose Wire Piece Ideas

May 28, 2020 by Anne Weaver 2 Comments

Did you know that you can greatly improve the fit and the seal of your fabric face masks by adding bendable nose wire? It can be molded over the nose and fit individual face shape better. Are you making face… Read more ...

Quick Tips For Sewing Difficult Fabrics

May 26, 2020 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Knowing good basic sewing skills always comes in handy. But sometimes, challenging fabrics can still be too much to handle. Indeed, what may seem like simple tasks of folding and cutting fabric can become frustrating –not to mention the difficulties… Read more ...

Introduction to using projectors for pdf sewing patterns

May 23, 2020 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Using a projector for sewing patterns is quite a new development in sewing pdf patterns. It removed the need for paper and saves time and money. This post is a good introduction for anyone considering getting a projector. Such… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial -How to Make Bias Tape

May 23, 2020 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Learn how to make bias tape and how to sew bias tape with this beginner sewing tutorial. Bias tape is used in quilting, sewing bags, and sewing clothing. It has also been widely used for making DIY face masks and… Read more ...

Sewing Tips – How to clean your sewing machine

May 21, 2020 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Regular cleaning and maintenance of a sewing machine is essential, to extend its life and ensure silky smooth sewing. This guide will tell you everything you need to know to keep your machine working perfectly! Remember to maintain your machine… Read more ...

How to make and attach embroidered patches to velvet

May 19, 2020 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

Many of you are guessing how to attach embroidered patches to stretchable velvet. I’m sure the advanced sewists out there got the clues immediately after looking at the fabric swatches. For the others, I’m now going to show you how… Read more ...

How to sew an invisible zipper on a dress

May 11, 2020 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Invisible zippers are considered a challenge by many. Here is how to master them with a step by step tutorial on a dress with no lining and no facings.
If you don’t have an invisible zipper foot, you can… Read more ...

Ultimate List of Tips to Sew Faster

May 8, 2020 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

We all have limited time for sewing. Check out this list of easy-to-implement tips for making the most of the time you’ve got. Lot’s of people have been pushing out DIY Sewing masks for the current pandemic and have you… Read more ...

Ways to Find and Reuse Elastic

May 8, 2020 by Anne Weaver Leave a Comment

Learn different ways to reuse and find elastic from common items found around the home. There’s lots of ways to get cheap and free elastic! Why do we need to find it? With all the masks being made during this… Read more ...

My First Book of Sewing – Teach Kids To Sew

April 23, 2020 by Shellie Wilson Leave a Comment

This easy-to-follow reference is specially written for beginners of all ages and makes learning the basics of sewing a breeze! From choosing patterns, cutting fabric, and assembling the pieces to operating a sewing machine, hemming, and attaching buttons — this… Read more ...

Sewing pattern: Stitching in the ditch

September 16, 2019 by Anne Weaver 2 Comments

If you want to finish off a lining or a cuff, stitching in the ditch is your friend. If you’ve never tried this technique before, you’ll love it for creating a clean finish in a short amount of time! Melissa… Read more ...

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