Category: Sewing Articles & Tips

Sewing and Mindfulness: How Sewing Can Help You De-Stress

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In a world that’s always on the go, finding a peaceful moment can feel like a luxury. But what if I told you that your sewing machine or needle and thread could be the ticket to a calmer, more mindful you? Sewing isn’t just about creating beautiful garments or quilting intricate patterns—it’s also a powerful…

Choosing the Right Iron for Your Sewing Projects

As any seasoned seamstress will tell you, having the right tools can make all the difference in the outcome of your sewing projects. One of the most essential tools in your arsenal is a good quality iron. Whether you’re working on delicate fabrics for a special occasion dress or tackling sturdy materials for home decor,…

How to Choose the Right Sewing Machine for Your Needs

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Introduction Choosing the right sewing machine is such an important step in starting out or advancing your sewing journey. Whether you’re a novice eager to dive into the world of sewing, an intermediate sewist looking to upgrade your current machine, or an advanced user looking for professional-level capabilities, choosing that perfect sewing machine that’s best…

Brother XM2701 Lightweight Sewing Machine with 27 Stitches

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This Brother XM2701 Lightweight Sewing Machine with 27 Stitches is probably one of the best value purchases to be made for someone who sews as a hobby or even as a professional seamstress. At just under $100 it’s easily affordable. It’s also a very simple and easy to use machine for someone who is just…

The Sewing Expo … Coming To A Town Near You

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The Expo Experience It’s that time of year again: the Original Sewing and Quilt Expo is coming to town and I can’t wait! It’s actually been several years since I last attended; they had stopped coming to my area for a few of those years. But if I remember correctly it was about 2011 and…

Sewing Baskets With Compartments

Sewing baskets with compartments and even with added accessories are pretty handy to have around. Whether you’re just learning to sew or are a seasoned seamstress, it always helps to have those very basic yet necessary sewing tools right at arms length when needed. And when you have to travel with your machine it makes everything…

Free On-Air Classes for Week of 6/16

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  Check Out CreativeLive’s Free On-Air Classes If you’ve been thinking about taking a class or two here’s your chance to start learning for free today with the amazing selection of live and on-air classes from CreativeLive. You will learn creative skills from the world’s top experts – Pulitzer Prize, Grammy, Oscar Winners, and New York…

My Favorite Online Sewing Classes

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Looking for online sewing classes to sew your own clothes and things? Well sewing your own clothes is economical and results in garments that are often better made than those found on store shelves. Another huge benefit of sewing your own clothes is being able to fit them perfectly to your frame. Don’t know how…

Sunday May 12th 2019 Is Mother’s Day

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Gifts For Moms Who Sew? How About These? Mother’s Day is quickly approaching. It’s the day we all like to show our mothers just how much we love and cherish them. But many times, getting a gift for them can be a tad hard since most of the gifts we want to get them are things…

Glossary of Sewing Terms

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Alteration: Change made to a garment to adjust it so it will fit. Appliqué: A cutout decoration made of fabric or other material and fastened to a larger piece of material . The edges of the fabric are often secured with satin stitch. Backstitch: Refers to sewing in reverse, typically to lock in stitches and…