This is both the most exciting and most scary time in any project. You're excited to see your creation come alive but terrified to cut out y
Today I want to share some ideas that might help beginner sewists along the way. These are 15 things I wish I knew when I started sewing.
Learn 5 top tips for sewing in a set-in sleeve along with a step by step video tutorial
There is no denying that sewing machines are very useful and handy, especially when it comes to big projects. These tools are efficient, neater, and faster. However, learning how to hand stitch presents many benefits as well. Some of these include: A cheaper alternative since the only things you’ll need is a thread and a […]
Learn 5 top tips for sewing in a set-in sleeve along with a step by step video tutorial
Learn 5 top tips for sewing in a set-in sleeve along with a step by step video tutorial
I was never taught how to make clothes, but it was one of those things I so very much wanted to be able to do. So a few years back I began my dressmaking journey (one I’m still on today…
Sewing terms are important once you introduce yourself into the world of sewing, this way, you can be more vocal and conversational about your new projects.
Bound buttonholes will take your handmade garment to the next level. Learn a simple & precise method for construction them in the step-by-step tutorial:
Let's see, when did I announce my project "medieval outfit"? Oh, April! Well that took a while until I could show the first results. I have to admit that I kept putting the whole thing aside. The first part of my outfit is now finally finished, and I even sewed completely by hand. It's an amazingly relaxing evening activity after a day at the computer. At least I think so. Historical sewing patterns are still something completely new to me. I try to be authentic, but with the best will I am not an expert. So if I misrepresent something here, please correct me. ;)
Learn 5 top tips for sewing in a set-in sleeve along with a step by step video tutorial
Hello sew-friends! It’s the start of a new year, which as usual has us thinking about starting new projects, learning new skills and maybe even venturing into new hobbies. So, for those of you who are just starting your sewing journeys, I thought it would be helpful to roundup some of my most helpfu
A beginners guide for how to cut and sew clothes. This breaks down how clothing is made and how easy the step by step process is!
It's time to upgrade your sewing arsenal with a fashion design staple; your very own dress form. Pick up a few handy supplies and spend an...
Learn how to create a sewing journal to plan and document your sewing makes. Plus Love Notions updated the Serenity Sweater pattern!
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I've been in my formal living room turned sewing room for about 6 months now. It is so nice to have room to move about, and I'm staying a lot better organized since I have places to put stuff. The only thing that was bothering me was the lack of a theme. When I was younger, I was so matchy-matchy and theme-oriented with my decor, but that kind of disintegrated once I started a family. I figured since this is my space, I could decorate it in a way that suits me perfectly. Since I *am* the Scientific Seamstress, a lab theme seemed to be the natural choice. Don't worry - I didn't go too crazy...no frogs in formaldehyde or radioactive isotopes. I just incorporated the colors and images that made me happy back in my science days. The result is a fun work space where I can conduct my sewing experiments. I installed a shiny black lab bench under the windows. I got the piece of countertop for $5 in the scratch and dent room at Ikea. I put teloscoping legs in the front and cheap brackets in the back. It is actually 3 feet off the ground because I like to sew standing up (makes it so much easier to go back and forth to the computer or cutting table). I turned the desk that I was using for the sewing machines into a cutting table. It is soooo nice to have a functional place to cut! The large mat is from JoAnn (got it on sale online). I had to cut it down a little bit with aviation shears, but it works just fine. I decoupaged the sides of the table with pages from an old Merck index (if I really want to know a chemical structure, I can google it), and then painted a fun soybean plant (the subject of my graduate research) on one side. On the other side, I installed two GRUNDTAL knife magnets from Ikea. Not only do they hold my scissors and rotary cutters, they keep little metal things like seam rippers and tiny screwdrivers close at hand. I spray painted two desks with Eden Green by Rustoleum. To me, this is the quintessential "Biology Department Green" I remember from college. At the time, I thought the color was so pukey and ugly, but now I find it quite lovely. Above my work desk are a few things that make me feel happy and loved. The wall quilt was made by four good friends and given to me for my birthday last year. Next to it are my B.S. and Ph.D. diplomas. My dad made the frames and the cool thread rack on the adjacent wall. Above that is the Scientific Seamstress sign my friend Cathy gave me last month...she is such a doll! To the right of the quilt is a thimble collection my mom gave me - I'll take that over dead bugs any day! Vintage glassware makes for great little vases. You can find pieces on Etsy, or just hang around the doorways of retiring professors' labs. Lots of storage in the shelving next to the desk. Most of the bins are full of scraps, of course. I glued some chalkcloth to the wooden bin that holds various stabilizers. Now I have a place to write formulas or derive equations when the need arises (totally kidding...I keep my math to rudimentary geometry and algebra). Bessie, my only employee, is OSHA compliant in her lab coat. The shelving on the opposite wall holds my reagents, equipment, and some books. Notice my copy of Girl's World by Jennifer Paganelli? It is a must-have for the sewing library! I purchased some beakers to store my buttons, zippers, embroidery floss, etc. They were a bit of a splurge ($10 each from a science supply store), but they are absolutely perfect. The 2000 mL fits my shelves nicely, and the tops are open so I can just reach in and get the item I am after. Finally, I needed some "artwork" to hang over the beaker shelves. When I worked in a lab, sales reps were always giving us neat posters with science info (and of course their logos). I decided to make my own "Periodic Table of Sewing Elements" poster. Each element letter has a sewing term underneath (and some boxes even have a texture or pattern to correspond with the term). Periodic tables usually have groups of different colored boxes to classify the elements, but I decided to make mine all different colors to look like a patchwork quilt. One of the terms is the same for both chemical elements and sewing elements...can you figure out which one it is? Click for larger image Geek out your own sewing space with a Periodic Table of Sewing Elements! Click the link above to download the small file for printing at home in 8 x 11.5" format. Click here to download the large file (20 x 30 format, can be printed online or at a local print shop). Note: Some eagle-eyed readers found some out of place duplicates in the original table. I've made the corrections and swapped out the files :)!
***WARNING... if you don't like photos of quilty things... look away from this post! Well you asked for it... so get ready for about a bajillion pictures of my home and the... Quilty Fun photo shoot! All of the projects featured in this post will be in the book! I have worked hard to create cute things for you to make ... I hope you like them! You can pre-order your copy here at 20% off:) Pictures are in no particular order:) Quilty Fun: Lessons in Scrappy Patchwork by Lori Holt of Bee in my Bonnet Coming to YOUR sewing room October 1, 2013 Leave me some bloggy love and let me know how you enjoyed the show!!! Have a quilty kind of day... xx Lori
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Watch this tutorial to see how these machine embroidered flowers make a quick-and-easy addition to this project using the Viking Ruby Royale.
Learn how to hem a circle skirt (or any other curved edge like necklines). Hemming a circle skirt is easy with this secret to help you avoid frustration.
I converted one of our closets into my own little sewing closet. I had to add lots of lighting and an outlet to make it work.
Every quilt has a story, and this quilt’s story began four years ago during the American football championship known as the Super Bowl.
Once upon a time, particularly when I was on maternity leave, I used to spend a fair chunk of time op/thrift shopping. We were skint, she slept better in the car, I had to get out of the house and...
When sewing dolls clothes, you are usually using small pieces to begin with. Even dolls like to have a nice, clean finish to their clothes. One way to do this is to fully line the bodice. You can…
Did your kiddo(s) shake you awake this morning, asking what kind of fun things you had planned for them today? Mine did. And they don’t usually like it when I say, “oh, how about we clean out your closets today?!” “Or maybe we could separate laundry and put a few loads in the laundry!” Yeah…..they’re …
Oh, what to do when your sewjo says, “so long”? Let’s chat about why sewjo goes on hiatus and the one thing you can do RIGHT NOW (OK, after you finish reading this post) to reigni…
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Hello! I hope all is well with you and yours. ~0~ Oh, to still be on holiday. Where the weather was perfect, the flowers were food for the soul, the sky was blue, sea crystal clear and the sand fine and soft... delicious food ... Early morning quiet, glorious sunsets over the distant Pyrenees, sigh... to be on holiday. ~0~ And onto other things. I have been inspired to do a little painting and embroidery on envelopes just lately. Here are a few I wanted to show you. A little thing and four softly padded, old quilt pieces made into brooches. Well, that all from me this evening. Thanks so much for stopping by. x Jagger/Richards
