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DIY Face Mask – Nose Wire Piece Ideas

May 28, 2020 by Anne Weaver

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

Sewing tutorial: Stitching in the ditch 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 ...

Tips for tangle-free hand sewing

June 7, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Nothing is more frustrating when hand sewing as your thread getting all knotted and tangled.  Now you’ve got to stop and either pick out the tangle or worse, find a way to end the thread and just cut it out… Read more ...

Tutorial: Two ways to line a tote bag

January 23, 2015 by Anne Weaver

Linings are not required for a tote bag, but they sure give it a nicer finish and make it sturdier.  Plus, you can use the lining to add a surprise bit of color or pattern to your bag.  Sara from… Read more ...

Heather’s tips for pressing your sewing projects

January 21, 2014 by Anne Weaver

pressing_and_ironingI’ve always thought it amusing that I hate to iron my clothes, but I don’t hesitate a second before whipping out my iron to press as seam.  My laundry room ironing board never sees the light of day, but my… Read more ...

Sewing Tutorial: Little girl’s ballerina dress-up tutu

September 26, 2013 by Anne Weaver

Narelle from Cook. Clean. Craft. shares a lovely, no-nonsense tutorial for making a child’s dress-up tutu that’s actually built to last. If you’ve ever made (or bought) one of those quick knot-around-elastic tulle tutus, you’ll know they look cute… right… Read more ...
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