I often find when I am sewing I use my handy sewing clips and like to be able to have a place that they can live and I can just drop them so I can carry on sewing. For so long I just let them drop on the table and would find them scattered everywhere …
Carbon paper is a traditional material used in dressmakers and tailors. It is not as commonly used anymore as there are other methods that have taken over and been simplified. There are a number of ways in which you can use carbon paper but the main principle of the material is to leave marks on …
I love reading, it is one of my favourite pastimes and find it so relaxing, especially in winter when its cold outside you can instantly transform into a new place with a book. One thing I don’t like doing is folding down the pages. I often like to keep the book in a nice tidy …
Interfacing is a tool that is both incredibly useful but can also be very confusing, especially if you are new to the sewing world. I used to struggle to know which interfacing I needed and when it was needed. If you are working from a pattern it will be more clear but if like me …
Are you looking at buying your first sewing machine? The sewing machine market can be overwhelming, often leaving people with the question “How do I choose my first sewing machine” Sewing can be a business venture for you or just a hobby. The key is to get that main ingredient into the mix that will …
There are so many myths and legends around whether we need to prepare fabric for sewing. Many fabrics can be bought that are prewashed but there is still plenty that needs preparing before sewing. Here is everything you need to know on how to prepare fabric for sewing. First, you might be asking why do …
Though not many people will use up scraps of fabric they can be used for so many different objects. Though having a tidy sewing room can be very important to make life easier. That is why I decided to give you plenty of ideas on the best way to store fabric scraps. There is no …
Whether you have a craft/sewing room or just a corner of the dining room you can store your sewing supplies there are ways to maximize your space and storage system. One of the best ways to maximise space is by knowing how to store thread spools. I have so many different sizes, styles and types …
Learning to sew can be tricky as it isn’t always clear what tools you will need, what fabrics you might need and what you will want to make. Clothing can often be the hardest thing to make but also the most rewarding. The best way to learn to sew clothes at home is by consuming …
If I am honest, I struggle to follow patterns completely as I get distracted or want to change the pattern just slightly. Not every sewing pattern is going to be exactly what we want it to be, fit the way we want or even look how we expected. Adapting and creating your own patterns is …
