Traditionally pin cushions were tabletop small cushions in the shape of a square used to hold pins. Since then times have changed and pin cushions have developed and expanded to different types and styles. One of the styles is a finger pin cushion. Finger pin cushions are great for tricky work, small work areas and …
Shopping for a doorstop can be stressful and unnecessary, I feel they are hard to find or just not what I am looking for. As I can’t help but be creative I decided to make my own and found it so easy to do. But the part I struggled with was what is the best …
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I find nothing more relaxing than sorting through my sewing supplies. It really gives me the boost to discover what I have been hoarding and to start something new. I have been wanting to make something from one of my sewing patterns and so after pulling them out, I decided to organize them. Here is …
Pin cushions are probably one of the most used tools within a sewing room and one of the most important. But they are often overlooked and not given the attention they deserve when we are buying a new one. Pin cushions are practical items that hold our pins whilst they aren’t being used, can keep …
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 …
