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Learn how to sew pintucks a couple different ways. Pintucks are a classic and sophisticated way to add details to a sewing project. There’s something about pintucks and seersucker that are so classic, and they just feel like summer. Since I made a new dress with pintucks I thought it would be the perfect opportunity…
I’ve made a lot of sewing mistakes that made items sit in my wardrobe instead of being worn. Today I’m going to go in depth on what I learned about how to sew clothing I’ll love and clothing you’ll love. Unworns: I made that word up, but if you sew clothing you know exactly what…
Learn how to use a PDF sewing pattern to get digital copies of free and favorite sewing patterns. Get access to lots of sewing patterns online. I love PDF sewing patterns. I’ve always loved sewing, but the world of possibility opened up to me and I improved the most once I started using PDF sewing…
Learn how to use a twin needle in a sewing machine to have two rows of perfect stitching. Use it for hems for knit fabric or woven fabric. A great sewing skill to help your sewing look professional is knowing how to use a twin needle. It’s a simple technique, but it’s hard to master…
Learn how to sew a collar with a special sewing technique to keep your collar from flipping up. The collar lays flat and looks professional. I love wearing and making button up shirts. It’s one of my closet staples. They can be classic or modern, simple or unique, solid or patterned. Because of my different…
These are my favorite sewing tools that are perfect for any sewing level from beginner to advanced. They also make great gifts! In every hobby comes tools that you have to buy to actually be able to do that hobby. I don’t have a fully decked out sewing room, but I do have some sewing…
Learn all about Seraflex thread by Mettler. It’s a stretch thread for knit fabric sewing projects, but it has strength and durability. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, it takes time to figure out sewing knit fabric. And as much as I love working with knit fabric, it’s always great to find…
Learn all about Eloflex thread by Coats. It’s a stretch thread for knit fabric sewing projects, but it has strength and durability. I’ve said it before and I’ll say it again, it takes time to figure out sewing knit fabric. And as much as I love working with knit fabric, it’s always great to find…
Learn all about the different types of knit fabric with this informative list. Now you’ll pair the right fabric with the right sewing project! I was one of the few people that learned to sew knit fabric before woven fabric. I had sewn with woven fabric first, and I kind of hated it. Eventually I…
Learn how to hem knit fabric three different ways and which one is my favorite. Each works for different fabric for the perfect hem. I have been sewing with knits for a long time. I fell in love with knits when I was still in college and realized how forgiving sewing with knits was, and…
Learn how to finish knit fabric edges to keep the seams looking nice. Choose from four different options to fit your project and machine. I have always loved sewing knit fabric. I love sewing any and all fabrics, but knit fabric has always been a special favorite. Sewing sweatshirts and swimsuits are my two absolute…
Learn how to shorten a zipper before sewing it into a project. This is great for plastic zippers, coiled zippers, and invisible zippers. I have a good stash of zippers, but I rarely have the exact size I need for my project or pattern. The zippers are almost always too long. When I’m buying zippers…
Learn all my tips for sewing kids clothes. Make beginner sewing projects for your kids to wear with this information about patterns and fabric. I have been sewing clothing for my kids since before they were born. I just love sewing and making something small that a little can wear is so satisfying. Sewing is…
Learn how to hem jeans by measuring the desired length, cutting off the excess fabric, and sewing a new hem. It’s a beginner sewing project! Buying clothing from the store is great except that it fits an average measurement that doesn’t actually exist. It’s always hard to get the exact right length of jeans so…
Learn how to cut vinyl and how to sew vinyl the easy way. Vinyl is a unique fabric and you can sew it with your home sewing machine. I used to avoid sewing vinyl if I could. I often chose leather instead! I have always had a small stash of pieces of vinyl yardage that…