Batting is the perfect companion to many projects from quilts to oven mitts and more. Depending on the project you might require a different type of batting, whether this is for projects that need to withstand heat or that need to be comfortable and snuggly. After doing plenty of research I came up with a…
Pin cushions are super fun and easy to make which make them great for beginner sewing projects but it isn’t always clear what you should use to fill them with. The best filling for a pin cushion is steel wool as it is both flexible and easy to use as well as beneficial in keeping…
Whether you are looking to make a sweatshirt or buy one for yourself, it’s important to understand the best fabric to use. The best fabrics to use for hoodies and sweatshirts are those which are warm, easy to wear and have a little stretch included such as fleece, french terry or Ponte De Roma. While…
Generally, there’s a large percentage of tea lovers out there in the world. And it will not be overstating facts to say that it is easily one of the most heavily consumed beverages in the world. Now, if you have lots of tea lovers as guests, you would probably have a teapot at home. Making…
Sewing is really fun and really rewarding not to mention the endless opportunities of the things you can make for yourself, for friends or for your home. This is one of the reasons so many take up the hobby but there is little information on where to get started and what to know. The best…
When sewing fabric or quilted coasters, the batting to be used is vital as it can make or mar the outcome, quilted or fabric coasters are useful household materials as they serve as a barrier between a hot or cold mug or bottle or plate and the table or furniture. Like any other type of…
Making your own clothes is super fun and can be super rewarding, especially if shopping isn’t your thing. I know it isn’t mine so being able to make things for myself is great and helps me feel more confident. Stretch fabrics are the best for gym leggings as they create ease and give comfort and…
Shirring is a super fun way of making clothes accessible and fit a number of shapes and sizes. You will often see shirring in dresses and tops around the bust and waist areas. Shirring requires extra fabric, this can depend on the fabric and how thick the shirring itself is. As a rough estimate, you…
T-shirts are collarless short-sleeved tops worn casually. When laid out flat, they have a T shape and are mostly made out of cotton fabric. It is the most common clothing item in most people’s wardrobe and that’s for a good reason. They are easy to make, unisex, very comfortable, fashionable, and able to the mixed…
Dressing gowns are a popular thing to make for yourself, as a gift or just to sell but there are some common questions like what are the best fabrics for making dressing gowns? The best fabrics to use for making a dressing gown include cotton, cotton flannel, silk and satin along with rayon. These are…