Hi All, Today I took Beverly’s class on Coverstitch machines! – I had never used a coverstitch machine before this, so everything was really new to me- and I have to say- wow- if I could even afford to have a wish-list with things this expensive, a coverstitch would definitely be on it! This was […]
In this post, I'll go over how to find free vintage sewing books. There are a lot of vintage and antique books that are in the public domain now.
Before I start showing photos for today's quilt inspiration, I have a special photo to share. My mother-in-law is raising three baby goats in her living room. Three mother goats have had two kids apiece, but a few of the kids are not strong enough to stand up for nursing, so the in-laws are milking the mothers and bottle feeding the babies. As the babies get stronger, they go back to the mothers. I guess raising two sons and helping with four grandsons and 11 great grandchildren may have given her some insights on how to handle this. Either way, she's been wildly successful with these babies. Aren't they just too cute? Okay, so on to our inspiration for the day (or actually, night) which is vintage sewing because I happen to find a few great photos. Aren't these beautiful? I had no idea that Pfaff made sewing machines so early. I always thought that they were a more recent company. The center pole on this dressmaker's form can be removed so that everything collapses down into the bottom of the box. Add the top and you're ready to travel! Brilliant! Happy Quilting, Mary
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Learn how to make cloth napkins easily in about 10 minutes. DIY cloth napkins are eco friendly, easy to sew and useful!
Check out this Vintage Sewing Machine Table Makeover without Refinishing/Painting! She used 3 very inexpensive products and it looks brand new!
In this post, I'll walk you through the process of removing rust from your vintage sewing machine in order to clean and restore it.
I used to think that sergers were super expensive machines. Then I snagged a cheap Singer ProFinish Serger, and I don't know how I ever lived without it.
Need I remind you that fabrics can either make or break your project. Read on for more info on our guide to different fabrics and their properties.
Take a look at this expert method and nifty trick for installing an almost invisible zipper.
This Crochet Amigurumi Pumpkin is awesome. If you like pumpkins and teddy bears this video tutorial is for you! Make this cute little buddy as a fun and adorable decoration…
This Christmas Tree Runner Tutorial is fast and easy to make and would be beautiful to have on your table during the holidays.
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Hand stitching is an essential sewing skill every sewer should possess and master. This basic sewing skill is still very useful to many advanced projects.
Master how to use a serger before your next project by watching this instructional video and you can use it in more fun and creative ways.
This quick and easy swirly placemat (tabletopper) is a machine embroidery project made with a pattern by Kreative Kiwi Designs.
The Patchwork Acorn Potholder is useful and adorable, will be a great addition to your kitchen decoration, especially for your fall home.
Ah finally the six weeks of bedlam and mayhem that constitutes the summer holidays are over! The minute the children were shooed on their way back to school, I took a sweeping look at the devastati…
Browse free vintage patterns, retro hair tutorials and affordable vintage clothing. Enjoy diy fashion crafts and classic style inspiration
Easy DIY sewing project on how to make self-binding cloth napkins for your table setting decor. Make this double-sided mitered napkins by using fat quarter fabric or repurpose materials that perfect for DIY homemade gift.
Calculating Continuous Bias, includes formulas & printable cheat sheet on www.thesewingloftblog.com. Never settle for packaged bias again.
Sew up a bunch of Christmas Charm Square Soup Bowl Cozies to use over the holiday and to give as gifts.
Here's what to do when your sewing machine thread bunches up. Sewing machine thread bunching up on the top or underside of fabric is a common problem & a frustrating one! But don't despair, there are lots of things you can check to solve this issue. Refer to this checklist before call a sewing machine repair man!
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Have you ever wondered how quilters and sewists get perfect seams? It's no secret, they use a Walking Foot. Improve your sewing with a Walking Foot
I'm sure many of you have seen the decorative scrolled Featherweight faceplates, and one very common question we get here in the Featherweight Shop is,
While hand sewing is all well and good for small details and embroidery, when it comes to the art of sewing these days, you absolutely and positively need to know How to Sew with a Sewing Machine. In this fast-paced world, sewing by hand is just not always a logical option and we're not that upset about it here at AllFreeSewing. We love sewing machines! These wonderful devices make our lives so much easier. The problem is that when you are learning to sew, using a sewing machine can be intimidating. Well, not after you read this! Your sewing machine might make you nervous because it has a motor, a million other parts (okay, maybe dozens), and a sharp needle! If you do not know how to use a sewing machine, the whole process can be overwhelming. Just getting started is confusing and all those moving pieces and that whirring sound of the motor you will come to love can almost seem monstrous. We get that! That is why we have decided to compile this informational, helpful, and printable guide to how to use a sewing machine. Here are all of the sewing machine basics you need to know. Once you learn the sewing machine basics, watch our video tutorials, read our tips and techniques, and everything else this page has to offer, you will be in much better shape. This page is going to tell you absolutely everything you need to know about that first machine and that first sewing sit down! You do not need to take sewing classes because the editors of AllFreeSewing.com are right here with you! Want more sewing information and inspiration? Sign up for our free newsletter!
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Turn your jelly roll pieces into a one of a kind spiral accent rug for your space. They are easy to make and perfect for beginners.
Rievaulx features stunning cables based on the knotwork of an 8th Century stone carving in St Bartholomew’s Church, West Witton, Wensleydale. The pattern comprises written instructions, with some parts charted instead of written. Chart reading skills are required. SIZE To fit 32(34:36:38:40:42:44:46:48:50:52: 54:56:58)“ chest. The finished chest measurements include 6–9cm/2½–4” of positive ease. MATERIALS Aran weight yarn with approximately 160 metres/175 yards per 100g. See the table below for the number of 100g balls/skeins required in each size. The pictured sample was knitted with The Fibre Company ‘Arranmore’ in St Claire. NEEDLES AND NOTIONS 5mm/US 8 needles for small and large diameter circular knitting. 6 stitchmarkers. 7 or 8 buttons: 25mm/1” size. TENSION/GAUGE 18 sts and 25 rows/rounds per 10cm/4” in blocked stocking stitch/stockinette. Each front cable panel measures 7½cm/3” wide after blocking. The back cable panel measures 15cm/6” wide after blocking. Adjust needle size as necessary to achieve the specified tension. ERRATA The missing sleeve decrease round instruction should be as follows: Decrease Round: work across Chart A (or Chart E), sm, k to 2 sts before marker, k2tog, sm, skp, k to marker, sm.
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These adorable Mario Super Stars look super cute perched on a gamer's desk or coffee table. Perfect for Mario Fans! Crocheted with 100% cotton yarn. Each individual coaster measures about 4.5 inches in diameter. Sold in sets of two and four pieces. Safe for use with both hot and cold drinks. Please contact me for custom colors or if you need any help with your order! All products are handmade in the USA and come from a clean, smoke-free home. Please note that all crocheted goods are inherently unique and tend to slightly differ in appearance from each other, and that all effort is made to make sure each product is perfect before being shipped. Check out my Etsy shop for more handmade goods!
In this National Sewing Circle article, check out these five great ways to organize and store all of your sewing supplies.
How are your Christmas projects coming along? Are you still looking for a few last minute gifts - maybe a quick handmade item for a teacher or favorite neighbor? Today's tutorial would be the perfect thing! Trisha has written a tutorial showing you how she created her Holiday Mug Rugs (on display at the store.) Holiday Mug Rug tutorial by Trisha Weekes www.myfourtrees.com Materials Needed: 1 Pack of Charm Squares- I used Blitzen by Basic Grey for Moda (or 5” square scraps) Coordinating Thread Batting remnants 5” squares *optional This project is both quick and cute! Step one- Opening the charm square is probably the hardest part for me, not because it’s physically impossible, but I just like to see them stacked together all nice and pretty! Anyone else have that problem? Anyhow, choose 5 squares that you like together, 1 for the back and 4 for the front. Put your favorite in the middle face up, and the four to each side; like shown in the photo. If you want to add the batting, do so now, underneath your middle square. Step two through four- You’re going to fold the fabric from each side in half and place it on the middle square with the fold towards the center of the square and all the raw edges facing out. Pin at each corner. Step Five- When all 4 squares are folded and pinned, Lift up the first fold and tuck in the fourth fold, like when closing a box. Pin again. Step six- Next I pin all 4 sides, just to make sure nothing slips as I sew. It’s optional. Sew all around the square, no need to leave an opening for turning, it’s in the middle! Step seven- Trim the corners and threads. I trim quite a bit, to reduce the bulk at the corners. Step eight- Open the center folds and turn inside out, with a bone folder push out your corners. You have 5 layers of fabric, 6 if you choose batting; you want a nice creased corner. Top stitching is also optional. Ta-da! You’re done! Simple, easy and oh so cute! A packet of charm squares will yield 8 mug rugs. Package with some packets of hot cocoa, maybe a new mug, and voila a great gift to give to neighbors or friends. Enjoy!
ENGLISH Mushroom collection - 9 different crocheted compositions table decoration Yarns and supplies: 100% cotton yarn in different autumn colours (50 gr = 125 m / 137 yards) 2.5 mm crochet hook tapestry needle button - in order the mushroom to stand (can be skipped) polyester fiberfill rice or pebbles (to give weight to the mushroom) (can be skipped) metal wire MAGYAR Gombakollekció - 9 különböző horgolt kompozíció asztali dekorációnak Fonalak és eszközök: 100% pamut fonal különböző őszi színekben (50 gr = 125 m) 2,5 mm-es horgolótű gyapjúvarrótű gomb ((hogy meg tudjon állni a gomba, de el is hagyható) szilikon flíz rizs vagy apró kavics (hogy súlyosabb legyen a gomba, de el is hagyható) fém huzal IN FUNGUS: Cantharellus cibarius Imleria badia Agaricus spissicaulis Phallus impudicus Amanita muscaria Stropharia aeruginosa Armillaria mellea Boletus edulis Amanita ceciliae
