I have recently been using sewing weights more and more within my projects. There are so many ways in which you can make your own pattern weights but there’s still the question of what to fill sewing weights with? I thought about putting together this guide to show you the different ways you can fill …
I just recently made my own pyramid pattern weights and absolutely love them. I had used them in the past but these were storebought or borrowed so I never really had my own. Before I used them I didn’t know how to use pattern weights and what you used them for. I decided to put …
Ever used all your tools to weigh down your pattern pieces? I do this a little too often and even draft in my drink, elbow and more to keep the pieces flat. I decided it was time to invest in some pattern weights. So here is how to make pyramid pattern weights. What Can I …
We all have those days where we could do with a little warmth right? Headaches, sick in bed or even just a little cold. Buying heat packs from the pharmacy for these occasions can get expensive. So why not make your own reusable rice heat pack? You can make these super simple and easy to …
I never understood the beauty and excellence of a cutting mat until I upgraded my own. I decided to get an A4 and an A3 size to give my desk enough coverage. I had then started doing more research on other cutting mats and learned so much more. Here are my best cutting mats for …
It is great being able to make your own clothes and homewares but imagine you cut your pattern and now need it in a bigger/smaller size. I decided to tell you the different ways on how to use a sewing pattern without cutting it. Sewing patterns can be quite costly, especially if you are buying …
Sewing machines needles are actually one of the most important parts of a sewing project. Not many people take the time to know what needle they need or if they even need to change it. Here is my guide to sewing machine needles and everything you will need to know. There is so much to …
Preparation is key when it comes to quilting. Preparing your tools, your machine and most importantly your fabric. If you don’t get your fabric right you could easily end up making small mistakes you will later regret. Here is the best way to cut fabric for quilting. Recommended Tools These are tools I use nearly …
There are a number of fabrics that look and feel great but unfortunately have a tendency to unravel and fray. Working with such fabrics can be a bit frustrating but it doesn’t have to be. I have asked in the past how to stop fabric from fraying and I have been given some really useful …
There are so many different sewing machine feet on the market it is hard to know what you need and what each does. I decided to invest in a large collection and create my guide to sewing machine feet. Are Sewing Machine Feet Universal? Firstly, I wanted to go through one of the most popular …