How to Trace a Sewing Pattern Onto Fabric?
Whether you make clothes for yourself or others, transferring the pattern onto fabric is essential for making clothes that look and fit like they’re supposed to. Two common ways to …
Whether you make clothes for yourself or others, transferring the pattern onto fabric is essential for making clothes that look and fit like they’re supposed to. Two common ways to …
If you have ever opened up your sewing machine to poke around in all the moving parts, you know that these are complicated appliances! Whether you want the confidence to …
Like most clothing fashions, dress shirt styles change with time. Closer-fitting shirts are in vogue now, but these shirts come in a variety of styles. For example, what is the …
Let’s say that you received some unlabeled fabric from a friend and you want to use it for an upcoming sewing project. You need to know what the fabric is …
If you love vintage sewing machines but find yourself confused by the hundreds of different brands, makes, and models out there, you’re not alone! Sewing enthusiasts tracking down information about …
You can use fabric markers to create intricate detail in hand-drawn art, or hand these versatile tools to a kindergartner for a colorful project! Before you or your kids spend …
Polyester is a common fabric used to make clothing. It doesn’t absorb water or other fluids, leaving many people to wonder, “Does it hold dye or does polyester bleed when …
Table runners can make a decorative statement on your dining table. They can celebrate special occasions, changing seasons, or brighten up the dining area. But, how big should they be? …
There’s nothing cozier on a cold winter’s day than snuggling up in a blanket made from the softest wool in the world. The softer the better, right? So, what is …
Whether you are a home sewer looking for the perfect machine or an antique collector interested in the history of sewing machines, you have probably come across Kenmore brand machines. …
Maybe you found an antique White sewing machine in your grandma’s attic, or maybe you want to figure out how to use the old machine you’ve had for decades. Either …
My yearly thrift shop visit has become a tradition, especially when I visit my parents during the holidays. A sewing friend had mentioned buying a sewing machine from Goodwill, and …
Placemats add a dash of color to an everyday dinner and elevate your formal table-scape to new heights of elegance. If you’re making or buying a set of mats, you …
Like most people, I wouldn’t be comfortable wearing stained clothes outside the house. The other day my favorite shirt got some juice splattered on it, and I had to do …
Have you ever stared at a ripped garment in frustration because you know you could fix it if you had a sewing machine? Maybe you can’t afford to buy one, …
Have you ever bought a T-shirt and when you try it on its paper-thin or thick and heavy? Tired of feeling like Goldilocks and looking for the fit that’s just …
Do you feel like your pants squeeze you in half every time you button them? Maybe you’re suffering from post-holiday bloat and suddenly all your clothes seem too small. Whatever …
Have you ever wondered about hiring a professional to sew or create clothes? If you have, you may have gotten overwhelmed by the number of different titles in the sewing …
You want to sew your own clothes, but you’re worried it might be too difficult. We’re busy people. We have jobs, families, friends, and homes to take care of. It’s …
Whether you’ve been using an old sewing machine or a basic beginner model, you might find that it no longer suits your needs. Maybe the older machine has finally broken …
You’re a person who sews. You love to quilt, design clothes, or embroider fancy designs on your jeans. But how do you talk about your sewing hobby? If you like …