Are you looking for the best fusible web for applique? Applique is so fun and can create some amazing intricate designs. But the most important tool to create these stunning designs in fusible web or bondaweb as it also know. Without this then the fabric is more likely to fray, be flat and hard to…
Looking at how to make a sewing machine mat with pockets? I have awed and ooh’d at these beautifully quilted sewing machine mats with the cute little pockets to hold your scissors and clips. I just love them! They are so practical and so adorable I just gave up the fight and decided to try…
Are you looking at how to sew an armchair caddy? I kept seeing these super cute pieces of fabric with pockets that elegantly sits over the arm of your chair or sofa and was desperate to make my own. I love sitting with a film on and doing some hand sewing and embroidery so it…
Are you looking at how to sew an apron without a pattern? Making an apron without a pattern is really simple and straight forward. You don’t have to have fancy skills and tools to be able to make one and you can do this as a beginner. It is completely useful and fun and you…
Looking for the best batting for oven mitts? I recently made my own oven mitts and spent a little while researching the best materials to use and safest batting to use. I was very aware that the oven mitts would need to be safe and heatproof in order to be effective. I decided to put…
Wondering how to make an iPad case out of fabric? There are so many different styles of fabric iPad cases and many that are both practical and cute. I love making things that make great gifts or are useful in the long run and this is no different. You can even convert this tutorial into…
Are you looking at where to buy vintage sewing patterns? If like me you love the styles from the 50’s and different eras then you will no doubt be looking for some vintage sewing patterns. There are still plenty around in circulation whether used or not. You can find plenty of remakes from companies such…
Are you looking at starting making patchwork quilts but unsure about what is the difference between patchwork and quilting is? I have forever been in awe of beautiful quilts and the sheer skills that go into making. But quite some time I was unsure of what patchwork was and what quilting was because both terms…
Are you looking at how to tighten bobbin tension? Many people don’t know that one of the issues your machine can have is that the bottom tension can get loose. I struggled for so long to understand how to alter this issue and it is actually so simple. The bottom tension often causes the bottom…
Wondering how to make a drawstring bag with lining? Drawstring bags are so fun to make and so easy and it feels so good to have the finished product. They are versatile and you can make them so personal for children, adults and even for games. I love making them for the kids to hold…