If you've come to my blog looking to teach your child or students to sew you've definitely come to the right place. I hope my Sewing with Kids Guide will answer all your questions about how to sew with kids and what to sew with kids! I love teaching children to sew and hope you
In this article I want to talk about serger needles. There are so many questions people ask about serger/overlock needles: What Needles Can Be Used With a Serger? Do Sergers need special needles? Are serger needles different? And it’s understandable - sergers/overlockers can be pretty intimidating. So let me try to explain in detail everything you need to know about serger/overlock needles.
One of the best pieces of advice I have learned is: Measure Twice, Cut Once. I believe and follow that guideline for most of the sewing and other DIY's I create, and it has saved me money and grief. When I can predetermine the finished size of a project, I can calculate how much material I need to buy. Whatever project I plan, I usually buy just a little extra of any materials or ingredients only in case. Before heading out to your favorite fabric store, prepare yourself with some knowledge to spend less, and have more time to sew. With this sewing guide, How Much Fabric Do I Need?, read through my tips for sewing success! On this page, I will go over what you need to know when preparing a new sewing project, explain measurements, and provide downloadable fabric yardage charts to help, including how much fabric you may need for shirts, pants, shorts, dresses, skirts, and more for adults and children. Also, how much fabric do you need for home decor and accessories? Find charts explaining the amount of material required for cushions, ironing board covers, aprons, and more. There's also information on how to do the math and calculate for yourself to determine the fabric needed for any sewing pattern or project you plan to use and create. P.S. Find this article and everything else shared during National Sewing Month this year by checking out our main National Sewing Month 2023 page here.
Have you been thinking of sewing your own self sewn wardrobe this year? SAVE yourself from some of the frustrations I encountered. In this post I share key ah-has, takeaways, pitfalls and lessons I learned this year as I sewed all of my own clothing.
If you're ready to dive into the world of sewing with stretch fabric, you've come to the right place! With the right tools and techniques, you can turn those knit fabrics in your stash into a wardrobe full of cozy, durable, and stylish garments.
Complete list of sewing resources for beginners. Want to take up sewing as a new hobby but don't know where to begin? READ THIS POST!
Ok I had to cut so much valuable info out of this segment to get it down to reel length, if you are at all confused by this please go watch the full length video. This is why I don’t do much clipping...
In this sewing machine tension guide, I want to tell you everything I know about sewing machine tension and bobbin tension problems. Learn to make bobbin tension adjustments
Complete list of sewing resources for beginners. Want to take up sewing as a new hobby but don't know where to begin? READ THIS POST!
In this sewing tutorial, I want to talk about different types of seams.
In this sewing tutorial, I want to talk about different types of seams.
Are you interested in learning how to sew but don’t know where to start? In this blog post, you’ll discover the essential sewing supplies and tools you need to get started, as well as some easy pro…
In this sewing machine tension guide, I want to tell you everything I know about sewing machine tension and bobbin tension problems. Learn to make bobbin tension adjustments
In this sewing tutorial, I want to talk about different types of seams.
Would you like to know how to sew an invisible zipper fast and simple? Are you intimidated by sewing the invisible zipper? Let me show you the fastest and easiest way to insert an invisible zip that eliminates the need for pins and basting. You don’t need to fumble with pins, baste the zipper or press the zipper teeth flat before starting. This technique will help you to eliminate common problems and get professional results that you will be proud to show off.
Looking to make sure you are using the right sewing machine needle? check out my guide on sewing machine needles for all the tips.
This sewing tutorial will focus on the following questions: what is a stretch needle for sewing? Do you need a stretch needle? Why use a stretch needle?
"When you first start sewing with a machine, you’ll need to learn about bobbins. This post shares everything a beginner sewist needs to know about bobbins. It answers the twelve most frequently asked questions about sewing machine bobbins: What are bobbins? What are bobbins used for? What type of bobbins do I need for my sewing machine? How do I wind the bobbin thread? What are prewound bobbins? Can I reuse prewound bobbins? How do I change my bobbin thread? How do I know when to change my bobbin? What kind of thread can I use in my bobbin? Should I use a different thread in my bobbin and top spool? Can I use decorative or novelty thread in my bobbin? What's the best way to store bobbins? It also includes nine tips for troubleshooting the three most common bobbin problems."
I am going to show you how to sew a hem that is perfect every time. There are a lot of sewing tutorials that just say "sew a hem"
In this sewing machine tension guide, I want to tell you everything I know about sewing machine tension and bobbin tension problems. Learn to make bobbin tension adjustments
In this sewing machine tension guide, I want to tell you everything I know about sewing machine tension and bobbin tension problems. Learn to make bobbin tension adjustments
In this sewing tutorial, I want to talk about different types of seams.
In this sewing machine tension guide, I want to tell you everything I know about sewing machine tension and bobbin tension problems. Learn to make bobbin tension adjustments
I think we all realize that good sewing room lighting is very important. In this article, I tried to create a summary of what we really need to know about lighting in a sewing room. It is kind of tricky subject though, and I got a little bit too technical sometimes. If you would like to improve your current lighting situation here are some ideas to consider. I don't have an unlimited budget, otherwise I suspect finding professional lighting equipment – and people to set it up – would not be an issue. Therefore this article attempts to discuss ways of lighting your sewing room on a budget.
Do you know how to oil your sewing machine? It's a process that is often overlooked, but it's essential for keeping your machine running smoothly. In this guide, I'll tell you everything you need to know about using sewing machine oil with your modern or vintage model- including the difference between oils and what each one does. Plus, I've included a few tips on how to choose the right oil for your machine.
What is a Serger Machine? Learn their uses and functions, and find the best options for professional sewing right here!
In this sewing tutorial I want to show you how to use a twin needle - a very simple tool that expands the capabilities of even the most ordinary sewing machine. Learn threading a twin needle, twin needle types and sizes, find out how to avoid tunneling when using a twin needle. Very useful sewing tips. #sewingtutorials #sewingtips #howtosew #sewinghacks
I want to take away the mystery behind sewing pins by breaking down the uses of each pin and showing you which are the best pins for sewing.
In this sewing machine tension guide, I want to tell you everything I know about sewing machine tension and bobbin tension problems. Learn to make bobbin tension adjustments
Learn how to make a DIY pincushion easily and check these 19 sewing patterns for cute DIY pincushions: bracelet, owl, jar, tea cup, etc.
In this sewing tutorial, I want to talk about different types of seams.
In this sewing tutorial, I want to talk about different types of seams.
Have you tried flat pinning your darts yet? 🙌 Pinning the darts flat has really helped me get them right, while also making my life easier! 💪 Darts can be such a pain, but also do such a wonderful...
Complete list of sewing resources for beginners. Want to take up sewing as a new hobby but don't know where to begin? READ THIS POST!
In this article I want to talk about serger needles. There are so many questions people ask about serger/overlock needles: What Needles Can Be Used With a Serger? Do Sergers need special needles? Are serger needles different? And it’s understandable - sergers/overlockers can be pretty intimidating. So let me try to explain in detail everything you need to know about serger/overlock needles.
