We’ve done many articles over the years about quilting. Our readers have a lot of interest in quilting and many people have asked if we could summarize the best way to start beginner quilting for newbies. Quilting is a branch of sewing that some of us love to get stuck … Continue reading
One of our most popular giveaways ever, the Husqvarna Viking Jade 20 Giveaway, ended just yesterday. There were more than 33,000 entries so the participation was really fantastic! Kathy P. from Secaucus, NJ, was the lucky winner. She should be receiving her new Jade 20 shortly and we look forward to … Continue reading
We’re delighted to announce the winner of the Husqvarna Viking Jade 20 Giveaway. I’m sure the lucky winner is going to really enjoy this strikingly beautiful new machine. So here’s how she won: Our winner entered the contest a total of 25 times, really taking advantage of the daily entries … Continue reading
It’s important to stay warm this winter With all that’s going around this year, it’s more important than ever to stay warm and healthy this winter. There have been medical studies linking cold feet and the onset of the common cold. I’m not sure about you, but I’m really trying … Continue reading
Just a quick reminder to everyone that the Husqvarna Viking Jade 20 Giveaway ends midnight, Christmas Day, US West Coast time, December 25. The winner will be announced shortly thereafter. I want to wish all our readers the best of luck in this contest and I hope you all have … Continue reading
I just wanted to let everyone know that the Husqvarna Viking Jade 20 Giveaway is well underway. In fact, it ends in less than a week when the winner will be announced on December 25. Also, if you’ve followed any of our previous giveaways, you’ll know we usually change the … Continue reading
The double welt pocket with flap using the butterfly method is a really easy and contemporary technique to make a pocket and attach a flap at the same time. I have already shown you the five lines technique that is used mostly on thin fabrics. How to Make a … Continue reading
It’s time for another giveaway – just in time for Christmas! It’s been almost six months since our last giveaway where Doreen S. from Eagle Point, OR won the new Brother 1034d serger. And oh what a nice Christmas present it would be to win a new sewing machine like … Continue reading
Making an easy Christmas decoration is a great way to get the kids involved in decorating the house for the holidays. One of my most happy Christmas memories is sitting down with my kids to make some decorations. Of course, I would have already done the stitching and some of the more … Continue reading
Have you ever heard of Kraft-Tex? It’s been on my wishlist for ages, but I can’t get it here and had to wait for the lovely Lucy to bring me some over on her bi-annual visit. It’s a strange sort of material. Described as a paper fabric, it is … Continue reading
My favorite thing to wear in winter is a cardigan Cardigans are so comfortable and versitile. There’s really nothing better to keep you warm on a cold winter day around the house. Here’s a huge list of cardigan sewing patterns that I think you’ll enjoy if you love cardigans too. … Continue reading
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