Beginner sewing tips and sewing techniques to start sewing.
When you are making handmade items as gifts, it is always nice to add a custom sewing label for a special touch. That way the recipient will always remember who made them a gift with love. Sewing labels can be simple with graphics such as hearts, or they can be customized with your name. Some…
From discounted fabrics to free fabric scraps, we have your ultimate list of where to get cheap fabric. These ideas are only for people who want to think outside of the box, though, and be creative with their fabric sources! Thrift Stores I have found a lot of different sizes of fabric at thrift stores,…
If you want to make money but don’t want to work for someone else, using your sewing skills to bring in extra income is a great idea. You can work on your own schedule and make items that you love which will then bring joy to someone else. Selling handmade items is especially great as…
When choosing scissors to cut felt, it is important to realize that felt fabric is unlike other woven fabrics. Choosing a good pair of scissors for your felt crafts is important to get the best results and prevent frustration! In our Ultimate Guide to the Best Scissors for Cutting Felt we will explain what the…
If you are overwhelmed by the different types of sewing scissors, you are not alone! There are so many different scissors used in sewing that you may feel like you need to own them all, but you don’t! In our Ultimate Guide to the Best Scissors for Sewing, we will explain what the unique types…
A yard of fabric is the length of the fabric, not the width. Therefore, a yard of fabric can be different in size based on the width of the fabric. The length of the fabric is always measured and cut off the bolt in a yard measurement or fraction of a yard. How Big is…
Fat quarters are perfect for sewing projects! Fat quarter bundles are inexpensive and are a great way to get a variety of fabrics for smaller projects or quilt patterns. If you can’t find these pre-cut fabrics or want to use a certain fabric that isn’t already cut into a fat quarter, this guide will show…
Should you pre-wash fabric before starting a sewing project? Sometimes yes, but often the answer is no. Honestly, I prewash fabric only about 20% of the time. Pre-washing new fabric is a topic of much debate among sewists and a matter of personal preference. While prepping unwashed fabric for the first time isn’t difficult, it…
Sewing notions are all of the things used in sewing projects other than a sewing machine and fabric. From scissors to thread to buttons or elastic, all of the accessories you use to do your sewing are considered sewing notions. Usually the sewing notions that you need to complete a sewing project will be indicated…
When starting a sewing project, selecting the right interfacing is like choosing the perfect foundation for a house—it provides the essential support and structure that will bring your creation to life with a professional touch. Whether you are crafting a crisp collar or hem, applying a pocket, or stitching a quilt, the best way to…
