I love sewing with knits, which is nice because I love wearing knits, and my kids love wearing knits. However I used to HATE sewing with knits and it was simply because I didn’t know how. Knits are different for sure, but they aren’t so bad and once you figure things out you will be […]
Received a vintage Singer sewing machine as a birthday gift from a contractor who was preparing to remodel a client's basement. It had been sitting for years a…
Today I'll show you how to sew knit fabric with a regular sewing machine! I only have regular sewing machine, so can I still sew knit? The answer is YES!
I love adding an Invisible Zipper to a garment. There's no need to be afraid of them; they are really easy to install. All you need is an Invisible Zipper Foot
Learn how to sew an invisible zipper without an invisible zipper foot. It makes sewing invisible zippers easy and professional!
You found an old sewing machine now it's time to make it work again. Learn all about vintage sewing machine repair.
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.
This sewing basic tutorial will teach you how to sew a gathering stitch for perfect ruffles every time.
Welcome to your best source for free Lutterloh tips and system information! We are a couple of fans of the Lutterloh patterns who love to sew clothes that fit. You too can successfully make a wardrobe from your Lutterloh pattern book. Be sure to check out our side bar for links to Lutterloh dealers and all of our best tricks! DISCLAIMER: Some patterns and tools have been provided by the Lutterloh company for our unbiased review.
A definite novelty, the handheld sewing machine can help those who need to make a quick stitch without the bulk of a full sized sewing machine. Take up virtually no space with these simple handheld sewing machines.
Alright, here we go with the sewing portion of the Madewell Scout Variation. If you missed the pattern tutorial you can find it here. For this tutorial you'll need the following supplies... Scout Tee pattern altered using the tutorial found here Fabric - I used Robert Kauffman's 6.5oz Indigo Denim Scissors, thread, pins, sewing machine...you know, the usual Start sewing according to the Scout Tee instructions. The original Madewell top has faux flat felled seams throughout the garment. To achieve this finish, begin by sewing your seam as normal. Serge your seam (alternately you can use a pinking shears or zig zag stitch on your sewing machine to keep the fabric from fraying), press the seam allowance to one side, and stitch through the seam allowance and top 1/4
If you want to learn how to sew, the first thing you need to do is get comfortable with using your sewing machine. I know hand sewing is a skill, but unless you’re planning to hand sew garments like a couture fashion house, sewing machines are where it’s at. Read ahead for tips on getting to know yo
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
It's easier than you might think to make a pair of trousers that fit perfectly! This tutorial shows how to simply draft a trouser pattern from scratch.
Whether you're an experienced sewist or a beginner just starting out, here are 15 sewing tips and tricks you need to have in your arsenal.
It's likely not a surprise to anyone, but my geometric sewing machine pattern is my most popular of all my paper pieced patterns. Don't tell my other patterns, but it's definitely one of my favourites! I've made a number of versions in a number of sizes. In fact I've recently added a simplified version in varying sizes to my pattern shop. So now there are options! Because we all like options obviously! But maybe paper piecing isn't your most favourite - but you love the geometric sewing machine. Perhaps you'd like to show off your love of all things quilty by wearing it - oh yes you can get a geometric sewing machine tshirt through Patchwork Threads. It's perfect for retreats or quilt shows - just saying ;) Or maybe you'd like one to grace your sewing room wall - without the effort of paper piecing. Maybe you need a clock? Well look at this - I've got you sorted! You can now get a geometric sewing machine wall clock. Hooray! And it doesn't even make a noisy tick - so no distractions when you're sewing. Can't get better than that right?! And to finish up on some sewing news... I'll have a new pattern coming out soon that features the geo sewing machine. This time it'll be a pattern to make a full quilt. I'm a bit excited about it - it's currently with testers and I hope to release it in September. So watch this space! Usual disclaimer: While I do not have direct paid sponsorship on my blog, I am a Craftsy affiliate and receive commission payments based on affiliate links that I may include within my blog posts. A girl's got to help fund her fabric addiction somehow ;)
After hitting publish on yesterday's Hemming With your Serger post, I realized that I had opened a can of worms. I loved getting a...
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Unhappy with the ready-to-wear options you can buy? Begin your sewing journey to sewing clothing so that you'll love your clothes again!
My favorite detail about the Cabin shift pattern, hands down, is the pocket. I love a dress with pockets (who doesn't?) and while working on this pattern I wanted to develop something that was unique and detailed but manageable for the everyday sewist. I have always liked the look of welt pockets,
Use our "invisible" mending technique to repair jeans and denim on a home sewing machine! It couldn't be easier to fix your favourite jeans!
In this post, I will tell you the secret shortcut to change serger threads on your Overlock/ Serger Machine quickly and without errors.
I decided to make a sewing machine cover to keep my Janome Sewist 525S dust-free, and I love how it has turned out! Really handy and easy to make.
Sewing with kids can be just as fun and rewarding as sewing with kids. Get tips on when to start teaching them and what kinds of projects to make.
Updated: Apr 28 T-shirts have become my go to. I love that you can dress them up or down and wear them for practically any occasion. My favorite t-shirt is on…
Use our three free quilt block patterns to start making your own handmade quilt. Follow our tutorial and start sewing today.
I don’t know if any of you are apprehensive about sewing pockets like I was before I found an easy-peasy way of sewing them. I dunno, maybe it was just me with this irrational pocket fear. Bu…
Take your sewing projects to the next level using these sewing tips and tricks.
We get asked a lot about our favorite things. Folks are interested in what we choose and use on our projects, and we’re always happy to share. At the top of the list: our machines, which are always Janome. Click to find out why.
It’s been so much fun playing with my new favorite toy/ tool the Cricut Maker. It’s so amazing what it can cut! Today I’m sharing my tips on a pattern that Cricut offers in Design Space – The Cricut Make Cover Tutorial. It’s a cover that fits nice and snugly over your Cricut Maker and...
Hey everyone! I’m Sara, the sewing blogger behind The Sara Project, and I have another back to basics post for … More
I love sewing with my serger. It's fast and the finish looks so professional. But when things go wrong, it can be difficult to know where to start serger troubleshooting. Here's what to check when things go wrong with your serger: Here's what to check when things go wrong with your serger: 1. Is the
If you’ve been reading Pin Cut Sew for a long time, you may remember that this blog began because I started teaching sewing camps for kids several Summers ago when we lived in Hawaii. I needed a way to earn money that summer and teaching kids to sew quickly emerged as a FUN way to earn quite a bit o
How to quilt zig zag walking foot quilting using your walking foot on your home sewing machine. Easy walking foot quilting to quilt your own quilts.
Well, after y’all loved the Coach’s last post, I talked him into doing another one. Enjoy! I tried to explain that this was a one time deal the first time I agreed to post on the blog. It didn’t help when you readers started leaving comments about how funny my post was and now here...Read More
Are you new to machine quilting? You may have made tied quilts for a while and now want to explore machine quilting. I’ve seen a lot of advice given for how to machine quilt but I think mos…
Printable Sewing Sheets for Kids {Teaching Kids to Sew}Check out these awesome printable sewing projects for kids! Great to teach kids the basics of using the sewing machine! Download, print and sew!View This Tutorial
