Costumes can be sew and worn for many different reasons. Whether it’s for Halloween, a special occasion, for a play, or just for fun, costumes are very popular. Costumes are also highly customizable, which makes them a ton of fun to work on. Patterns usually come with a number of options or variations, but of […]
Sewing for yourself can be a lot of fun, but sewing for others can sometimes be even more delightful! Children’s patterns are often adorable and unique. Make apparel items that really stand out. Sewing clothing isn’t just a great way to pass the time. It ensures that items are well made, fit well, and highly […]
Fabric glue finds a host of applications in dressmaking, upholstery, repairs, and is an excellent alternative to the conventional needle and thread fabric fixing. An excellent fabric glue should set quickly, bond only on the surface, yield a strong bond, and should be safe for general home use. Below, we take a quick look through […]
Do you like to make your own home décor, such as drapery, accent pillows out of upholstery fabric, or hand-stitched bedding out of quilting fabric? Are you a seamstress who uses a dress form to create one-of-a-kind dresses and gowns, or denim and chambray jeans and pants? Or are you a crafter that likes to […]
Juki sewing machines are designed to be durable and consistently give industrial quality results when sewing. By purchasing presser feet designed specifically for Juki and other industrial sewing machines, you can increase your options for projects you can use the machine to complete in an inexpensive way. The presser feet in this buying guide, both […]
If you’re looking to add a special touch to a garment or accessory that you have crafted, or you want to give a fabric item that you have purchased some extra pizzazz, embroidery is a great option.Embroidery adds intricate detail to virtually anything, including drapery, flannel, fleece, knit fabric, quilting fabric, and even leather and […]
For any crafting or sewing project to be successful, you will agree that sufficient lighting is important. Whether you choose to sew during the day or night, there comes a time when the existing light in the room or even natural light may not be enough. The lighting on sewing machines does offer great help […]
A good quality iron is an important tool for any sewer in both preparing material for sewing projects and ironing things such as seams and applique to get the most professional results on the finished project. This buying guide includes irons at a range of price points which all will be a great help on […]
Cotton is an excellent choice when it comes to fabric dye. Cotton is extremely absorbent and a natural fiber, which makes it very easy to dye. Many different brands and types of dyes will work well with cotton and many different dying techniques will also be effective. Cotton is also a popular fabric when it […]
One of the very basic items for constructing a garment or completing a sewing project is the needle. Sewing needles come in various types, sizes and lengths to properly suit the purpose of the particular project. The tips vary from blunt to sharp and the shafts, the area below the eye vary in thickness. Knitting […]
