Most of our articles focus solely on sewing and by using sewing you can solve a vast array of common clothing problems. However, believe it or not, there are some minor clothing dilemmas that are best solved without sewing. Here are some brilliant ideas my friend Susan put together on … Continue reading
Do you have a lot of supplies that need storing? Or kids that have small toys or cars to keep tidy? Or even Unfinished Works in Progress that need to be organised? Or want to keep a pattern, zipper, fabric, thread etc all together for a planned project. ME TOO! … Continue reading
Sewing machines came with various (usually 4-12) presser feet that differ in every model. The presser foot is utilized for most general sewing tasks like hemming, zippers, seaming, buttonholes, and more. Many sewers utilize the presser feet in all their sewing work and not in any way pay attention to … Continue reading
I’ve had so much fun working with Batik fabric since my recent trip to Indonesia.  This is another in the series of projects featuring Batik.  If you missed any of the prior articles, please have a look at The Ancient Art of Batik Printing for an introduction to Batik as well … Continue reading
The boho chic belt with a secret pocket is not an entirely new concept.  The first time I saw this belt was on a model’s waist in a swanky dance club in Philadelphia, but that was eons and eons ago.  At that time, I admired with marvel how she produced … Continue reading
An easy to follow princess dress pattern for the upcoming halloween season. I am clueless about it because I don’t have a little girl in my house anymore, so I don’t really know much about the recent movie “Frozen” except that it was very popular.  Parents of a child under … Continue reading
UNFORTUNATELY, THIS GIVEAWAY HAS EXPIRED. PLEASE CHECK BACK ON THE HOME PAGE AS WE FREQUENTLY RUN SIMILAR GIVEAWAYS. As most of our readers know, our extremely popular Janome Coverpro 900cpx Coverstitch Machine Giveaway is coming to a close today, Sunday 13th October. Don’t worry, there’s still time to get in … Continue reading
Being a regular sewer, I have noticed that I have a huge stash of fabrics that are less than one yard. This is basically leftover fabric, but the pieces are so beautiful and fabric often so expensive that I can hardly imagine throwing any away.  Also, Christmas is fast approaching and … Continue reading
This weekend we jump on the bandwagon of fashion trends with one of the most versatile and easy-to-wear things for all ages… the denim midi skirt pattern. This denim midi skirt pattern will be perfect for a lady who wants to hide a bit of a tummy or anyone else … Continue reading
As most of our readers know, we’re finishing up a huge giveaway on Mother’s Day, which is this Sunday, for a $1,149 RRP Janome 1600P-QC Straight-Stitch machine. However, there’s only going to be one winner. I truly wish everyone could win this wonderful prize, but our sponsors are only giving us … Continue reading
Hi! Stephanie from Swoodson Says again, sharing a round-up of one of my very favorite things to sew. Floor pillows are easy to make but make a big impact – the down side is once you sew one, all your friends will be begging you to make them one too! … Continue reading
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