Do you love leather sewing projects? Leather is a fantastic material to sew. You can make all sorts of bags, belts, and even pieces of clothing with this natural product. Leather is available in all sorts of colors, thicknesses, and patterns. Check out our links from Amazon at the bottom … Continue reading
Fabric stabilizer is usually considered pretty essential for embroidery. However, its uses aren’t just limited to machine embroidery because this great product is also usable in other creative ways, such as pattern templates and applique. There are different types of fabric stabilizers, namely tear-away, cut-away, and wash-away fabric stabilizers. Applying … Continue reading
At home, I have eight ugly, crackly, and wavy old-looking vinyl placemats that I keep using every day. Sadly, they have become an eyesore in my kitchen. However, as you all know, I hate throwing things away –so I thought I’d breathe new life into them. In this article, I … Continue reading
There are a lot of practical reasons to make your own natural DIY dye from natural ingredients. It’s cost-effective, non-toxic, and eco-friendly. It’s derived from renewable resources and is biodegradable; it can be disposed of safely in your kitchen sink. These are all things to feel good about, but beyond … Continue reading
One of the oldest natural fabrics, linen was first made from the flax plant thousands of years ago. This lustrous, high-quality fabric continues to be popular today. Durable, strong, smooth, and highly breathable, linen is ideal for use in clothing. If cared for properly, linen products can last for longer … Continue reading
Mending large holes to repair garments we love and because we need to do our part to stop polluting our environment. We have touched lightly on the subject of basic mending we can do at home, and the cost of fashion, watch the video and perhaps you will never set … Continue reading
Viscose (known in the US as Rayon) often elicits very strong feelings. Some sewists hate this material, while others see its benefits. I remember back in the late 1980’s and early 1990’s when this fabric started to be popular and it was used for numerous garments that you would see … Continue reading
I thought I should start the new season by writing about the textiles of my home country, Panama. I haven’t lived there for many years, but it is, of course, a place near and dear to my heart. Panama is found in the Central America regions, between Colombia on the … Continue reading
Whether you’re planning to hem a garment or strengthen your stitches, adhesives for sewing are obviously a great help. Aside from being perfectly suited to certain jobs, they are also intuitive and easy to use. Additionally, as long as you follow the manufacturer’s instructions, they are simple to handle and … Continue reading
Tulle fabric was initially manufactured in Tulle, France, where it gained its name. It is an airy, light, and net-like fabric that is used to make bridal veils and wedding dresses. Just like any other fabric, tulle has different qualities and variations. There is flowy and soft tulle, while some … Continue reading
We do not know exactly when and where quilting originated but there is no doubt that it was used as a garment, decoration, and furnishing in many parts of the world many ages ago. From the carved ivory figure of a Pharaoh of the Egyptian First Dynasty to a quilted … Continue reading
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