If you are a sewing newbie or a professional tailor or seamstress, you would need to buy a sewing machine. It is on this machine that you would spend your time and display your skills in making clothes. Brand new sewing machines often come with a sample of thread to get you started, though it …
A Seam Gauge is an essential sewing tool used to make sure that the hems and seams in a clothing item are even. If the hems and seams are even, the cloth is likely to fit the wearer properly and feel more comfortable on them. Using a seam gauge gives clothes a polished look and …
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Sometimes there is a need to cover tables, either as a protection against wear and tear, as an attempt to decorate them in a bid to make them attractive, or for some other reason. Table runners are one of the items people turn to when they need to cover their tables, especially if they are …
If like me you like to build up your sewing supplies and slowly gather together useful and quality items you might be looking to extend your sewing box to include some of these items. I love using rulers as they are extremely helpful for a number of different types of sewing and can really change …
Scissors are probably one of the most important items within a sewing room because if your scissors are blunt they will cause all kinds of trouble with your fabric, it will take you twice as long to cut out and it can be extremely draining and painful for your hands. I was always taught when …
Sewing books aren’t just a great resource for learning they are also a great resource for things such as patterns. Whether it is clothing patterns, home decor patterns or even soft toy patterns. There are plenty available for every type of sewing you might want to do but as there are so many I thought …
Overlockers can be hard to get the grasp of, harder to thread and an extra expense in the sewing room but there are also a lot of good reasons for having an overlocker. While they are scary and can be a little expensive they also can give you an additional level of neat edges, ease …
Sewing patterns have been a large part of my sewing collection for as long as I can remember, they are great for making clothes, bags and even soft toys. Though sewing patterns can be quite expensive I decided to unravel the mystery of why and how you can save money when buying them. Whether you …
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Something that is very common in those who sew for an extended period of time is the aches and pains in your arms, hands and wrists. Arthritis within your joints such as wrists, hands and arms is popular in those who have been sewing or crafting for a number of years. This is nothing new …
Batting or also known in the UK as wadding is commonly used for quilting to add loft and a cushioning layer to a project. Batting can also be used in other projects such as oven gloves, hot pads and ironing board covers. After looking at replacing my ironing board cover and possibly creating my very …
