When my friend saw my sewing thread collection and I elaborated on the problems in storing them she teased me by saying “rich people problems”. Then I sorted through my threads and found out that I have over 20 threads in shades of turquoise blue. Rich people problem, indeed. But for a sewist, having lots … Read more
In an embroidery sewing machine, you will have several pre-programmed decorative stitches and it is very easy to come up with beautiful embroidery designs and embellishments with it – and for this, you have to pay a premium price for the embroidery machine. But those with simple home sewing machines can also embellish their projects … Read more
When you are going for some rough and tough action, you may be ready in all aspects but the seams of your clothing may not be. And that is embarrassing! Those ripped stitches, when it is unexpected is really distressing. There are some small improvements you can make on your stitching to avoid this. First … Read more
On some fabrics, you would rather not sew much, not even fasteners – like leather, thick faux leather, other coated materials. But what do you do when you have to have a fastener? A metal prong snaps is your friend here – No sewing required at all. The prongs on the fastener attaches to the … Read more
If you are frustrated by your inability to sew a straight line, you are not alone. Crooked and wavy stitching lines are all too common, though they are seen as shoddy ‘sewmanship’ by experts. With tools like the magnetic seam guide as well as the more modest masking tape, you can easily sew straight all … Read more
Which fabrics work best as Pressing cloth? A ready-made pressing cloth is convenient but it is not difficult to make one yourself. You can always buy a piece of fabric that will withstand heat from any fabric store and use it as a pressing cloth. Just finish the edges and use it. An open weave … Read more