We really love easysewingforbeginners.com. The owner Domenica is such a talented sewer and her videos are clear, concise, and always receive fabulous feedback.

All sewers need a Needle Book and here is a most adorable Quilted Needle Book sewing pattern in two sizes. You'll be able to make a Needle Book that is

Here's what to do when your sewing machine thread bunches up. Sewing machine thread bunching up on the top or underside of fabric is a common problem & a frustrating one! But don't despair, there are lots of things you can check to solve this issue. Refer to this checklist before call a sewing machine repair man!

In this sewing tutorial I want to show you how to use a twin needle - a very simple tool that expands the capabilities of even the most ordinary sewing machine. Learn threading a twin needle, twin needle types and sizes, find out how to avoid tunneling when using a twin needle. Very useful sewing tips. #sewingtutorials #sewingtips #howtosew #sewinghacks

This week on the blog we take a look at the new to me old craft of hand sewing as I create a needle case using beautiful vintage fabrics

One of the many benefits of sewing your own wardrobe is that you can customize handmade projects however you like. Kaysie of KZJO'STU...

One of the most important steps to follow when sewing is choosing the right needle for your project. A wrong needle can leave holes in the fabric, snag it or skip stitches so let’s answer the two most common questions regarding sewing needles. What does that number mean? Let’s start by understanding the numbers on […]

Today I’ll be showing you how to use a twin needle or double needle on your sewing machine all in a video tutorial. There’s a photo tutorial as well along with some great close up examples to help you be as successful as possible with sewing with a twin needle. There’s something about sewing two […]

Sewing is an art with a long complex history but its beauty and simplicity has been forgotten and its place taken over by mass-produced items. Nonetheless,

I stumbled upon this cool tutorial over at Sofie Legarth's blog . It's in Danish, so I endeavored to make an English version because I'm ...

Yay! Here's a little tutorial on how I make my needlebooks. They're super easy, fast, and fun... so let's get started. You'll need: 12- 1.5" fabric squares in assorted prints for patchwork back 1- base fabric for front: 3.5" x 4.5", appliqued/embroidered any way you like 1- strip of fabric...

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This kantha needle book tutorial can inspire your creativity, improve improv quilting skills, and give you a chance to experiment with hand stitching.

Learn what Schmetz's new app and needle color-coding system has in store.

I don't know about you but there are times I get sick of continuously threading needles. Like, when I am tacking a quilt or sewing paper piecing shapes by hand. Then I saw some one with a continuous thread needle...

This kit makes it easier than ever to make scented sachets.

Needle books made from the tutorial at Sew She Sew's. So cute and functional!

Pressing and Ironing are common terms in sewing but do you know the difference? Using the wrong one could ruin your project before it’s even finished.

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Using a traditional weaving technique on a miniature scale, you can make tiny little weavings perfect for jewelry projects.

Learn how to fix sewing machine tension so you don't feel the stress of not being able to get the sewing machine tension quite right. Easy checklist to get your machine sewing correctly.

Fabric weights are a perfect addtion in any sewing space. Learn how to create a set of fabric weights for your sewing space or give them as gits to others.

Kid activities and kid crafts to keep the kiddos busy and having fun this Spring Break and Summer! These boredom busters can be made with things you may already have around the house and they are easy to make and fun to play with! Let’s have some fun! 1 Make Star Crayons… I love the sparkle …

One of my and Carter's favorite things is finding new projects to work on together. We've done wood carving, designed Christmas ornaments, painted with Bob Ross, and lately we've gotten into pine needle basket weaving! How did we get into this unlikely hobby? We came across the tutorial on YouTube and were immediately intrigued. This

A step-by-step tutorial on the pinhole cast-on method - including a video. How to do it with circular or double-pointed knitting needles.

Check out this step by step tutorial that walks you through making your own custom DIY pattern weights out of marble tiles!

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.

Need a new sewing kit? We have compiled a list of different 30 different DIY sewing kits that you can create from your home.

Oldpatterns: owner of Patterns from the Past An online store dedicated to selling Vintage Sewing patterns. I have been selling Vintage Sewing patterns on the internet for 20+ years. My clients...

Not to brag or anything, but to me, sewing a set-in sleeve is not much more difficult than sewing a sleeve flat. I know that many don’t share my sentiment; I have seen sewists going great length avoiding sewing anything in the round, even when the end result would be better otherwise. Knowledge is power. The first step […]

This post is so photo heavy! I apologize in advance but hopefully all the pictures will answer all of your questions! If not, fire away! You will need: 3 coordinating fabrics (fat quarter or smaller will work) 1 piece of batting 1 button 6 inches of thin elastic Felt Printed template (you can download it here) Use the template to cut your cover fabric and your inside fabric Then fold template on line And cut your third piece of fabric for the pocket You'll have one cover, one inside and one pocket Fold your pocket fabric in half lengthwise and sew down the creased side. That way your pocket looks good from the outside and the inside. See? Cut your piece of batting to the size of the full template Pin cover fabric to the batting, and quilt as desired. I ended up doing a diamond pattern and then played around with some embroidery. Try stitching your initials, add ribbon or ricrac. Make it yours! Sew your button on the right hand side about an inch in from the side. Tie a knot in your elastic. Place loop facing in on the left side. Lay your pocket on top. MAKE SURE THE RAW EDGE IS ON BOTTOM. You'll cry if you don't. Stitched edge up? Check! Lay your inside fabric on top of the stack. If it has a print, make sure the print is facing the inside of the sandwich, NOT you. Pin Pin Pin. And then sew a 1/4 inch seam all the way around, making sure to leave an opening. Once sewn, snip your corners. This step is optional but to make it sturdy you can serge the edge. The easiest way to do this is set your machine on a zigzag stitch and let the needle only catch the side of the fabric and fall off on the other half of the zag. Goodness that is confusing. Pull your needle book right-side out. Use a pencil, crochet hook, bobby pin, whatever you like to poke the corners out. Iron the book nice and flat, tucking in the opening flap to match the seam. Do a 1/4inch top stitch all around the edge of the needle book. This will sew up your opening and give the book a nice, clean look. See? Cut your felt to 3 1/2 inch by 7 inch strips. I had 3 strips total. Embellish them any way you like. I cut 2 1/2 inch circles and sewed them on. Pin your pages in your book, and sew down the center. Yay! It's finished! I made the one below the exact same way. Only for the cover fabric I pieced scraps together for a quilted look. I just kept sewing until I had a full piece of fabric the size of the template. And of course if you have any questions I am happy to answer them! Happy crafting!

Messy stitches. Loose threads. Clanking metal. Lint clogs. When you’re in the quilting groove, there’s nothing more frustrating than an out-of-whack sewing machine. Luckily, there are a few tips and techniques that can get your machine up and running in no time, and Rob is just the guy to show you how! In fact, he gets pretty excited about taking care of his machines! This week Rob has released a series of three video tutorials to guide you through do-it-yourself repair and maintenance. He’ll also help you diagnose problems that require professional attention. With over 15 years of experience as a sewing machine technician, youRead More →

So, a little reminder of what we’re making: In the first part of this tutorial, we made the tiny hexagon patchwork to go on the front cover of our book: In addition to this, you’ll need…

Yay! Here's a little tutorial on how I make my needlebooks. They're super easy, fast, and fun... so let's get started. You'll need: 12- 1.5" fabric squares in assorted prints for patchwork back 1- base fabric for front: 3.5" x 4.5", appliqued/embroidered any way you like 1- strip of fabric...