How do you decide which darning/mending technique to use? Some questions to consider: -is the patch going to be visible or will it blend in? -what type of garment are you repairing? -how much time do you want to spend mending? When it comes to mending, there is never an exact yes or no answer. It is (almost) always th
This sewing basic tutorial will teach you how to sew a gathering stitch for perfect ruffles every time.
DIY Natural dyeing. How to dye fabric with tea. Step by step tutorial for beginners will teach you how to dye fabric and wool using tea.
I have an easy way to Gather Fabric that will give you even gathers. Even better, you will not have any broken stitches or tangled threads.
Gathering fabric is beautiful, but it is also time-consuming. In this article, you will learn the easiest and fastest way to gather fabric. Any kind of it!
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Israeli designer Tamara Efrat has combined traditional smocking embroidery with computational algorithms to create the Crafted Technology collection of bags
YARN TYPE The yarn terms vary from location to location. I am usually referring to Australia yarn ply in this blog unless stated otherwise. Here’s a yarn conversion chart (credits to Wool War…
The ultimate guide to natural dyeing. A comprehensive guide to all the everything you nrrd to know. Quick, easy and simple to read. Free Guide
Make sure your dart hits in the right place by adjusting the bust apex on your sewing pattern
Needle punching is a fun way to create textured designs on fabric. It's easier to learn than embroidery, and you can needle punch any design you like. Before you start needle punching, you'll need to sketch your design on your fabric....
KZ from Kzjostudio shows how you can create a beautiful shell edge finish on knit fabrics. It’s a pretty finish for arm and neck holes. It uses a lingerie stitch found on many sewing machin…
Need I remind you that fabrics can either make or break your project. Read on for more info on our guide to different fabrics and their properties.
Marquoir anglais de points de reprise par Judith Jannings (11 ans en 1806) d'autres marquoirs sur le blog de Margot Ex, antiquaire textile Home and School Sewing de Frances Patton, New York, Newson and Company, 1901 (admirons les ombres faites par...
No need to fear sewing with lightweight, sheer fabrics when you learn these techniques for creating beautiful seams and hems.
The ultimate list of natural dyes will help you choose which dyes are best when naturally dyeing fabric and yarn. FREE Natural dyeing guide.
The Honeycomb shibori pattern is pure magic! It is also quite simple to execute, making it a great beginner pattern. I will walk you through it with photos and step by step instructions, you got this!
This is about how I use bias cut as I got a horizontal pattern fabric. By cutting on bias it just helps not to have horizontal pattern all over the dress.
Say goodbye to those annoying tiny t-shirt holes with this quick and easy repair!
Yarn couching is an easy technique to dress up an applique block or a garment. Three tips to help perfect your yarn couching adventure are discussed. You'll also find some great applique ideas using decorative stitches.
One of the trickiest parts of crochet hacking is determining how you will attach your crochet to the clothing. This part alone can make it an intimidating project if it’s something you haven&…
Can you explain the different types of linen for different dress styles? There are different weights of linen. Medium to heavier weight linen is typically used for dresses, skirts and pants. Lighter weights, such as tissue linen are used for blouses and tops. My collection is unique, I pr
You’ve seen or sewn zippers in many of crochet garments yourself which is like sewing a zipper into a sewn garment. But it still can be both difficult, complicated. Did you ever try to attach a zipper in crochet way as above. It looks much natural and is a great technique for us yarn lovers […]
In today's culture of disposable fashion, the simple art of basic darning and mending has been all but forgotten.
Do you happen to have an extra old sheet or two lying around the house you haven't used in forever? If so, I've got the perfect DIY for you to put those sheets to good use! So I was at Wal Mart the other day, and I came across these super duper cheap twin sheet sets and thought to myself,
Hemp fabric is a type of textile that is made using fibers from the stalks of the Cannabis sativa plant. This plant has been recognized as a source of extraordinarily tensile and durable textile fibers for millennia, but the psychoactive qualities of Cannabis sativa have recently made it harder for farmers to produce this immensely beneficial crop.
This Types of Yarn Infographic is chock full of information for any yarn crafter. For your next project, should you use natural fiber yarn or synthetic? What's the difference between cashmere and mohair? How do they make acrylic yarn? Find out all the answers to your questions and more with this infographic. This helpful format allows you to download and keep on your computer or print so that you have it whenever you need it. Learn about these types of yarn for crochet and never pick the wrong one again.
The Stitch Sisters Guide to Sleeve Hacking. Everything you need to know about sleeves. Guide to Sleeves. Dressmaking fashion style statement sleeves.
A tutorial on how to mordant plant based fibres succesfully, with full step by step instructions. Enjoy!
Take your sewing projects to the next level using these sewing tips and tricks.
These drop cloth project ideas will leave you inspired and swimming with ideas! A drop cloth is a great material for home decor ideas on a budget!
