As a beginner, the number of different sewing machine models and choices available in the market today may prove overwhelming for you, mainly if you are unfamiliar with the various terminologies and specifications of of these different models.But if you want to sew and want to take baby steps at first, you are better off … Read more
My sewing manual is always near my sewing machine – you never know when you will need it. After reading it a couple of times, I know it like the back of my hand. You need not read it like that, but you can keep it handy near your sewing area. There is no denying … Read more
Generally all sewing machines are equipped with a 12 or 14 universal needle for general sewing. But specific types of fabrics should be matched with specific needles for perfect sewing experience and to avoid problems in sewing. Fabric weight Fabrics Needle size Delicate or very light weight fabrics Cambric, lace, organza, thin silk 8 or … Read more
Bias binding is nothing complicated – but it involves some extra steps busy sewists may want to skip, especially when you have lots and lots of binding to do. That is when a binding presser foot comes to be of use. For those who want to do the binding in one step, the binder foot … Read more
A Zipper foot helps you to sew zippers close to the fabric edge without sewing over the zipper coil. The stitches are made very close to the zipper coils. The post is about the different types and the best way to use them. Do you need a zipper foot to sew zippers? That is a … Read more
You can ask me how a needle can break into three pieces – what atrocity did I do with the machine, for this to happen? But in my excuse, a little bit of carelessness can result in this. And a little mindflness will prevent this. Shattered needles are more than a small inconvenience – the … Read more