Learn how to hem jeans and denim pants while keeping the original hem with this easy, step-by-step sewing tutorials. Hem jeans like a pro!
This post is a follow up to a previous article – Sew Pro Convention: Part 1. If you are unfamiliar with Sew Pro, hop on over to that post for a quick skim. Also, Stephanie from Modern Sewciety and I chat all about it on her podcast. Check it out here! In Sew Pro: Part 1, I outlined the twoContinue Reading...
Learn how to hem jeans and denim pants while keeping the original hem with this easy, step-by-step sewing tutorials. Hem jeans like a pro!
What's the best sewing machine for bag making? Domestic, vintage, straight stitch, industrial? Read the blog post to find out!
I now have a video tutorial to walk you through this post! Sewing accurate 1/4" seams will make all the difference in your quilt tops!
Without a doubt, one of my favorite trims to work with when sewing is bias tape. I love that it can add such a professional flair to a project with a minimal investment of time and effort! Today, I am going to share some of my favorite bias tape tips and tricks, including my fool-proof
Let's talk about topstitching! learning how to topstitch like a pro will allow you to make super professional and high-quality sewing projects.
Free applique patterns for you to print off including letters, numbers, stars, hearts, elephants, birds and more. Page includes instructions for how to applique baby clothes for an easy homemade baby gift idea.
If you’re short like me chances are you’ve missed out on buying that great fitting pair of pants because they’re just too long. Did you know taking up a pair of pants if fairly easy to do, with or without a sewing machine?! I’ve made a few video tutorials over the last couple of years […]
The 5 Best Machine Quilting books to help you jumpstart your skills and allow you to quilt like a pro on your domestic sewing machine at home!
So, theres this fun crafting project about making a rag doll, but we ran into a snag. We got the materials, the enthusiasm, but no sewing pattern. Its kinda tricky to start stitching without a guide, right? Need to find a solid sewing pattern thats both easy to follow and printable, so we can dive right into the fun part without guessing the steps.We came up with a handy guide for crafting your own rag doll with ease.
Learn how to hem jeans and denim pants while keeping the original hem with this easy, step-by-step sewing tutorials. Hem jeans like a pro!
Following on from our NEW invisible zipper tutorial, here’s how to attach your zipper to a facing with your sewing machine like a pro! NOTE: This tutorial is demonstrating a side invisible zipper (as used in our Chloe Pant and Libby A-line Skirt patterns)....
Vous découvrirez sûrement ici quelques petites astuces couture bien pratiques pour y prendre encore plus de plaisir !
Everything you need to know about what is interfacing in sewing, types of interfacing, how to use interfacing -including interfacing tips you have to know if you sew.
Die Nähprojekte häufen sich, die Stoffe stapeln sich. Wofür war noch gleich der Stoff, denn ich letztes Jahr auf den Stoffmarkt gekauft habe?
A step by step tutorial on how to sew curves for quilts. A companion tutorial for the Evolve Quilt Pattern, but can be applied to all curves.
"Learning how to sew a zipper is very important for any sewer! With this easy zipper tutorial you’ll be able to do zipper sewing like a pro, on any project, every time! Have you been avoiding zippers for a long time? I think it’s time to put all your worries behind and learn how to sew a zipper in just a few easy and quick steps! Installing a zipper has never been easier with this easy and simple tutorial!"
Following on from our NEW invisible zipper tutorial, here's how to attach your zipper to a facing with your sewing machine like a pro! NOTE: This tutorial is demonstrating a side invisible zipper (as
I often get a question from my readers - how to sew straight? In this guide, I will show you how to easily keep stitching lines straight. I will talk about topstitching mostly because keeping seam allowances equal is a different topic. Have you ever had problems with crooked stitching lines? I bet you had. Even intermediate sewists are struggling sometimes to do it and had to rip and redo stitching. But sewing in a straight line is much simpler than you think. And I want to help you to sew straight every time.
Free Sewing Practice Sheets To Help You Become a Pro Sewist! Great for beginners! Free Sewing Practice Sheets To Help You Become a Pro Sewist
Learn how to sew a narrow hem (easy even on chiffon) using a ban roll tape. You will like this video sewing tutorial on how to sew a rolled hem on chiffon without a special rolled hem foot.
Learn how to sew a napkin in this simple, DIY cloth napkin tutorial; an easy sewing project for beginners! Customize your table settings and tablescapes. Please note: This post may contain affiliate links, for our full disclosure click HERE. Do you love a pretty table setting but don't have any cloth napkins to adorn it with?
Just getting started with sewing? You'll love this roundup of easy sewing projects for beginners including pillows, blankets, a dress, and more.
Hey friends, My name is Brian Johnson (Instagram: @ambitious_bjohn) I'm a learning sewist and film photographer here in Sacramento,Ca. In this blog post I share how...
The Backstory I am short. All the jeans I buy are too long for me. But I sew. So I thought I could cut off the excess length and rehem the ...
Have you ever used this stitch? Number 14 (or 13) on my sewing machine is a stitch which you could use for 'invisible' hemming. (Number 14...
French seams are widely used to sew delicate fabrics. I always used French seams for my silk chiffon and organza garments. They give very nice and neat finish. Actually, I like them on any lightweight and mediumweight silk. And recently I used French seams to sew 100% silk pillowcases. You can find many good online tutorials how to sew French seams. But it seems to me that something is missing in those tutorials. So today I am going to add some tips on how to sew professionally looking French seams.
In this video sewing tutorial, I will show you how to sew mitered corners. If you are looking for easy quilt binding corners check out my ideas on how to sew a mitered corner binding and mitered quilt borders.
This is a dress design that uses a method created by zero-waste advocates, who seek to eliminate discarded fabric from garment factories.
How to preserve a pattern and cut out your size rather than cutting the paper.
Someone requested that I write about sewing a dart. This is not a topic I think about writing, so I appreciate feedback from you all. I use this method *most* of the time. As you can see below, there’s some limitation. But we don’t have to go into all the other scenarios now. We will […]
Take your sewing projects to the next level using these sewing tips and tricks.
10 Sewing Hacks You Probably Didn't Know- Whether you are a sewing pro or just a beginner sewing it is always helpful to have some sewing tips.
Looking for a way to hem your jeans while preserving the original hem? Our step-by-step guide will show you exactly how to hem jeans with the original hem, so you can achieve a neat, professional-looking finish that maintains the unique character and style of your jeans.With our easy-to-follow instructions and tips for preparing your sewing machine for denim, you'll be able to hem your jeans like a pro in no time.
