9 must know Quilt piecing tips. Quilt techniques to know especially if want to learn how to quilt or want to improve your piecing accuracy.
Serging and overlock stitches look complex, but they are super easy to remove. Easy to follow video guide to unlock the secret. Don't just pull!
Sewing tricks from professional seamstresses. Your sewing is about to get easier and more efficient. Grab a project to test them out!
There is no anxiety sewists dread more than the anxiety that comes when you are snipping away at your precious fabric. The saying "measure twice, cut once" is there for a reason. If you cut your fabric incorrectly, it can ruin a project and it can cost you a ton of money. That's why we have this quick guide on How to Cut Fabric. This resource is going to provide you with the basics of cutting fabric for sewing and more. Fabric is not cheap and if you do not know how to cut fabric properly, it can do some serious damage. It is even harder to learn how to pin and cut a pattern on the fabric. You have to cut your fabric to match your piece, ensure that your print is going the right way, and make sure that you cut the right side facing out. Stressed out yet? Don’t worry, sewists. That’s why we are here yet again to help you out. This sewing guide is going to give you the top 5 things you can do to cut fabric perfectly every single time. For more sewing inspiration, sign up for our e-newsletter!
Summer's over and it's back to school time, which means it's also back to sewing school time! (Did you know that I have a FREE beginner's sewing course?) Last week I mentioned that I have a new free pattern for a pencil-shaped pencil case to share with you (update: here's the info on the pencil
Learn sewing secrets that every beginner should know. These sewing tips will save you time and frustration!
Haute couture demonstrates the height of technical skill and creativity in fashion design and sewing. It literally means "high dressmaking" in French, and there are technically only a small number of accredited "grand couturiers" in the world. That being said, you can still apply this sophisticated style to your sewing projects! From handmade clothing to accessories, couture-style class and elegance can add an impressive "wow" factor to a range of creations. This guide goes over Couture Sewing Techniques. Learn how to add a "couture" touch to sewing projects with these tips on creating fashionable made-to-measure clothes for your own closet. Whether you want to be sewing couture clothing of your own or simply wanting to add impressive details to everything you create, you can use this advice. This page includes helpful information on embellishments, the type of fabrics used in haute couture, how to style and drape, and how to customize tailoring to match that elegant and stylish fashion world. Sign Up For More Free Patterns >>> Here are some ways you can incorporate this skill in your own sewing:
I've owned a serger (or overlocker) from when I started sewing, so I've mostly been able to use a serger instead of a sewing machine. That being said, I have used a sewing machine on knits (hemming, attaching elastic, sewing underwear, topstitching, etc.) So below are a few tips and tricks from my experiences working with knits.
You sit down at your sewing machine and start sewing. Hmm, something doesn't sound quite right. You flip your fabric over and find this: A big mess under your fabric and your sewing machine bottom thread bunching. Aaaagh! So what do you do? There's a few things that can cause the bobbin thread to create a
Take your sewing projects to the next level using these sewing tips and tricks.
Get ready to take your sewing skills to the next level as we teach you how to sew an invisible zipper effortlessly.
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.
How to Sew a Flatlock Stitch on your Serger or Overlocker - Flatlock Hem with Serger - Melly Sews
How To Sew Stretch Fabric. Tips how to sew stretchy fabric. Sewing stretchy fabric & sewing on stretch fabric need not be hard. See my guide.
Sewing knits and stretchy fabric beautifully is actually very easy, and this can all be done on a sewing machine. No serger required.
My 6 AMIGURUMI tips will show you the best Amigurumi crochet techniques I have learned, to help reduce gaps, choosing the best yarn and more.
Learn how to sew a zipper with these 6 helpful tips. Sewing in a zipper will be easy on your next sewing project.
Learn how to choose sewing machine needles to sew denim. Whether you're sewing jeans or upcycling denim, these tips will help you.
How to Cut Fabric PERFECTLY STRAIGHT...and Square It Up! No more crooked lines and frustration with cutting!
Finish transparent edges with this simple-to-sew couture technique.
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 […]
Have you ever wanted to make pretty, professional-looking hems like the one shown above? Have you ever despaired when trying to create a rolled hem on a delicate, hard-to-work-with fabric, or on a curved edge? I know I have. I used to spend hours pressing hems and manipulating fabric, only to be less-than-pleased with the results. Then I learned this technique, and now I have no problems with hems on all types of fabrics, and I do not shy away from curved edges. My hems look more professional with a lot less headache. (Yay!) This is a technique that I learned when I did alterations in the bridal industry. Start by marking your hem about 1/8-1/4" longer than you want the finished hem to be. You will fold along this line. Leave yourself at least 1/2" excess below your fold line; if possible, leave a couple of inches, and it will be a little easier to work with when you get to the cutting stage. You can pin it if you want to, but if you're working on a curved edge, sometimes the pins will cause more of a headache than they are worth, because it's hard to pin the fabric evenly all the way around without any weird gaps or "bubbles" in it. I usually just fold over the part I'm working on and about 1-2" in front of the presser foot and hold it with my fingers. Stitch close to the folded edge. Again, just worry about the part about 1-2 inches in front of the presser foot. Especially if you are working on a curved edge, it may seem like the fabric is not going to cooperate. Trust me, if you fold over and stitch just that little bit at a time, it takes next to no effort to get the fabric to do what you want. Once you've done this a few times, it becomes second nature and you can do this about as quickly as you could any other seam. After stitching all the way around the folded edge, cut the raw edge close to the stitching. Cut closely like this all the way around. Now you're ready to complete the hem. Simply fold the edge over, encasing the raw edge, and stitch on top of your first row of stitching. You'll find that the fabric typically wants to follow the guide you set for it in your first stitching. Yes, you end up sewing the length of your hem twice, but these professional results are worth it. Just look at the right and wrong sides of my hem in the following pictures--any seamstress would be proud of a delicate hem like that. So there you have it--a narrow rolled hem without fighting your fabric!
Quilt bindings are the most magical, and sometime confusing part of quilt making, especially for a new quilter! I shared a tutorial a few years back, but have adapted and made a few changes as I’ve grown as a quilter, and thought it was enough to update the post. Any tips or suggestions you might […]
How to sew a curved hem? Well it depends! I've made a few videos explaining different techniques for sewing around curves Sew a curved hem using a stitched guideline works well on the more narrow hems
Quilting basics: Learn how to sew a quilt the easy way using these step by step instructions with tips and tricks. Learn some basic quilting techniques that you can apply as a beginner to make the sewing process easier.This post has been sponsored by Cricut, compensation has been given but the opinions are my own....
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.
One simple yet effective trick for sewing straight lines is to use a piece of painter's tape or washi tape as a guide on your sewing machine bed. By aligning the edge of your fabric or the seam allowance markings with the tape, you provide yourself with a visual reference point
I am going to show you how to sew a hem that is perfect every time. There are a lot of sewing tutorials that just say "sew a hem"
When it comes to zippers, believe it or not, the invisible zipper is one of the easiest to insert. Learn how it’s done with this step-by-step tutorial.
A few months ago, Hetty from The Modern Sewing Company shared her hacked Cara top, a minimalist woven tank top. I loved the look–like a hybrid between a waistcoat and tank top–so I deci…
Learn what is a grainline in sewing and how to align your fabric to the grain. Because it really matters which way you cut your fabric!
