Sewing sequins on fabric is quite easy, if you know some tips and some easy stitches. The method used depends on the type of sequins you have and the effect you want; If you want to attach the sequins in rows or if you want a random effect. Which Needle to use with sequins ? … Read more
Block printing on fabric Woodblock printing of textiles refers to the textile printing technique of printing patterns on fabric with carved wooden blocks. It is the oldest textile printing technique and the easiest. As early as the 14th century, Indians have been block printing, and in China, even earlier. Block printing is supposed to have … Read more
I used to love crafts and painting when I was young. Then my attention turned to fabric and there was no looking back. For me, nothing even comes closer to fabric and sewing in exploring creativity. While painting allowed me to explore color on a flat surface, Fabric Manipulation opened a new dimension: the … Read more
Free motion Machine Embroidery You only need a straight stitching sewing machine for this wonderful ‘drawing with thread’ freehand machine embroidery – with a feed dog cover or drop feed capacity. The advantages of this embroidery are many. I loved to paint earlier (till I ran out of surfaces to paint and turned to fabric … Read more
Sew-on and iron-on badges or letters/sayings, name patches – all of these are things you can always make use of – for embellishing, mending a hole, displaying your loyalty, or just a declaration of your attitude. Instead of relying on store-bought ones, you can make them just the way you want and the exact size … Read more
What are Embroidery Hoops? Hoops consist of two rings, and the fabric is stretched in between these rings and tightened with a screw. They are the most commonly used tool for stretching fabric when embroidering, be it by hand or machine. You get wooden ones and plastic ones. Should I use Hoops when embroidering by hand … Read more