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How your sewing machine makes a stitch

October 10, 2009 by Anne Weaver

Liesl from Oliver + S shares an animated graphic showing how the bobbin and upper threads work together in a sewing machine to make a stitch.  I’m strangely captivated by it, like watching a lava lamp or something.  It also… Read more ...

Lookie what she made: Journal with antique sewing machine graphics

October 3, 2009 by Anne Weaver

singerdecalsCathie Holden from Just Something I Made bought this old Singer sewing machine for $5.  While the machine clearly is no longer working, she was still able to use it to make a project.  Not by sewing with it, but… Read more ...

Which features should you look for in an upper end sewing machine?

September 8, 2009 by Anne Weaver

top10featuresSo you’ve finally decided to take the plunge and buy yourself a fancy schmancy, whizz bang, make-your-sewing-friends-jealous sewing machine.  There are many models to choose from and they’re all loaded with features, features, features.  Which features are a must?  Which… Read more ...

Tutorial: Getting started with an older sewing machine

September 6, 2009 by Anne Weaver

oldmachine2If you want to get into the world of sewing but don’t want to spend several hundred dollars (or more) on a fancy new sewing machine, why not give an older machine a whirl?  Frankly, I prefer sewing on my… Read more ...

Tips: Keep your sewing machine happy and humming

August 12, 2009 by Anne Weaver

sewingmachinedoesnthateyou Even though it may seem at  times that your sewing machine hates you, Laura from We Wilsons explains how a little TLC for your sewing machine can keep your sewing machine (and your relationship with it) running smoothly.  Read her … Read more ...

Video tutorial: Threading your serger

August 7, 2009 by Anne Weaver

threadaserger2Patricia Valery from evilneedles.com shows how to thread your serger.  She also shows a quick way to change thread colors once you’ve gotten it threaded.  Go to the video tutorial. [photo from Evil Needles’ You Tube video]… Read more ...

All about sergers

June 29, 2009 by Anne Weaver

sergersMeg from Fashioned by Meg shares her knowledge of sergers with an article on Sew, Mama, Sew! blog.  If you’re considering buying a serger, or if you have a serger that you haven’t quite conquered yet, this article… Read more ...

Tips for buying an old sewing machine

June 17, 2009 by Anne Weaver

oldmachineNewer is not always better.  This is certainly true with sewing machines.   If you’re thinking about purchasing an older sewing machine, Sew, Mama, Sew! has some tips for you. Go to the article. [photo from Sew, Mama, Sew!] [tags]sewing,… Read more ...

Choosing the right needle for your sewing project

June 15, 2009 by Anne Weaver

needlesDon’t let choosing the right needle for your sewing project intimidate you!  Manda from Tree Fall posts on Sew, Mama, Sew! about the different types of sewing machine needles out there and when you’d use them.  Go to the article… Read more ...

Questions to consider when purchasing a sewing machine

June 8, 2009 by Anne Weaver

sewingmachine2Buying a sewing machine can be pretty confusing.   There are so many different types of features and functions available.  How to make sense of it all?  Sew, Mama, Sew! shares a list of questions to consider when purchasing a sewing… Read more ...

Get a (presser) foot fetish!

June 4, 2009 by Anne Weaver

footfetishFlorence from Flossie Teacakes posts an article on Sew, Mama Sew! Blog giving a  run-down of the most common types of presser feet.  From the walking foot to the open toe applique foot to the adjustable guide foot, she gives… Read more ...

Get the tension right on your machine

April 23, 2009 by Anne Weaver

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Are you plagued by tension headaches?  I don’t mean a headache caused by the stress of your everyday life, I’m meaning a headache caused by not being able to get the tension on your machine set right.  Threads Magazine offers… Read more ...

Video tutorial: Spring clean your sewing machine

April 20, 2009 by Anne Weaver

springcleanYou may have given your house a good spring cleaning, but what about your machine?  It needs a spring cleaning too.  Bethany Mann of Bitter Betty Blogs shows what to do in a video tutorial.  See the demonstration. [via… Read more ...

Tutorial: Spring clean your sewing machine

March 11, 2009 by Anne Weaver

springcleanmachine
As spring arrives, our thoughts turn to cleaning.  We spruce up our houses, thin out our closets, sweep the dust off of the porch.  But what about your sewing machine?  This trusty partner of yours needs a spring cleaning, too. … Read more ...

Sewing machine giveaway from BurdaStyle

December 24, 2008 by Anne Weaver

  BurdaStyle definitely saved the best for last with their Holiday Giveaway.  Today’s giveaway is a Singer Curvy Sewing Machine.  Seriously.  To enter, post a comment to their announcement by midnight EST tonight.  Go and enter now!!… Read more ...
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