You’re faced with a dilemma: you love sewing but you also love vacation, and you’re afraid you can’t take your hobby with you. Or you just want to bring it with you whenever you leave the house, in case of downtime. Btw, if you haven’t read, Sewing Garments With Quilting Cotton, check it out soon. […]
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Sewing Denim: Tips to Remember
Denim is a durable and strong fabric that has stood the test of time. Also referred to as jeans, the material softens over time due to the many washes. Mostly, denim extracts their colors when washing; thus advisable to clean them separately. You may also be interested in reading Sewing Garments With Quilting Cotton. Denim […]
Continue readingHow To Sew With Eyelet Fabric
Eyelet fabric refers to a pretty and versatile lace type of fabric with an incredibly long history. The beauty and toughness of this fabric make it popular in home décor and clothing, from wedding gowns to curtains. Also, check out another one of our articles here: Sewing Garments With Quilting Cotton. Now, onto the topic […]
Continue readingGreat Books for Learning How to Sew
Learning a new skill like sewing can be difficult and frustrating. Luckily a lot of people out there have already learned and decided to share their knowledge by publishing a book. Their helpful info can motivate and educate you on how to get started and how to improve your sewing skills. You may also […]
Continue readingHow to Use Swedish Tracing Paper
If you’re initiated into the world of sewing and crafts, then you’ve likely come across Swedish Tracing Paper. It’s a type of tracing paper that, if used properly, has immense practicality for sewers and crafters. If you’ve wanted to try it out but haven’t yet, take a look at this quick guide on what Swedish […]
Continue readingSewing Garments With Quilting Cotton
Quilting cotton forms the best attire for the majority. They usually appear crispier than apparel cotton. They fit well when knitted to casual wear. The textile is somehow rough with hard drapes. Based on the production companies and manufacturing styles, quilting cotton appears with different weight. They work well when converted into loose-fitting attires. They […]
Continue readingFinding the Best Needle: A Needle Comparison Guide
Choosing appropriate sewing needles is critical. As small as they appear, they can damage your fabric immensely just like the scissors can. When stitching, selecting the wrong needle leads to missed out stitches in the material. Read about the Singer 4452 Heavy Duty Sewing Machine here. What are Sewing Needles? Needles are long, slim, and […]
Continue readingBad Sewing Habits to Avoid
Sewing is a specialized occupation where you should continuously strive hard to become a successful professional. One of the essential things that you should know is to cultivate good habits and also avoid bad habits when carrying out all your sewing projects. Bad sewing habits can ruin an entire sewing project and significantly affect your […]
Continue readingHow to Quilt on a Sewing Machine
Quilting is a hobby enjoyed by lots of creative people but it’s not for everyone. It is very time consuming and takes a lot of patience. Quilting on a sewing machine is a fun hobby that can be done quicker than quilting by hand. This can be done by using a regular sewing machine too. […]
Continue readingHow to Sew Like a Pro
They say sewing is a special skill that takes time and practice. Practice. Practice. And, then…more practice. But there are certain techniques that will help your time be used more effectively. In this article, we’ll explore four ways you can maximize your sewing skill set. We also just published the Brother XM2701 Sewing Machine review. Do […]
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