Have you seen this shape of dart before? It will typically appear at the waistline in a dress that doesn’t have a seam at the waist. You might find them on the front, on the back or both. They add in shaping between bust, waist and hips and help the … Continue reading
This leather and fabric handbag is the perfect project for those who are starting to sew with leather and for those who are bored with fabric-only handbags. You can make this with a normal domestic sewing machine so don’t be afraid to give it a try! I am not yet an … Continue reading
This long-sleeved, simple boat top can be made in only one hour –assuming you have a fully functioning sewing machine. The top is comfortable to wear and very functional. It can be worn in a wide variety of settings and complements all kinds of different looks. I was a little … Continue reading
Hi there! I’m Irene and I usually blog at Serger Pepper; today I’m here sharing with you all I know about one of my favorite topics: sergers! Yes, I’ll do my best to help you choose your first serger (or overlocker, depending on where you come from)… aren’t you excited? I … Continue reading
Family quilting traditions have been passed on for generations since the 1600’s or even earlier. In those days, the women (sometimes the men too!) in the family created a quilt as present for a family member who is about to get married or was expecting a child. Quilts were considered … Continue reading
Challis (pronounced “shall-ee”) stands out as an incredibly versatile and popular fabric choice. As the world of fashion continually evolves, so does our understanding and appreciation of various fabrics. Today, we’re exploring this fabric that you’ve probably come across but might not know by name. Challis, a lightweight, soft, and … Continue reading
In previous articles, we’ve looked at sewing tools and sewing machines, with one of the main questions being “how much should you spend?” Will buying an expensive machine make you a better sewer or get you better results? Or should you just go with the best machine your budget allows? I’m … Continue reading
Moleskin fabric is a curious and fairly misleading word. Not only is it often mistaken for the similar-sounding brand Moleskine, but also for the slightly more related mole fur. Unlike what it sounds like moleskin fabric is not in any way the fur or skin of moles (which can also … Continue reading
This project is dedicated to all those starting to venture into the world of sewing. In my experience, and from what I’ve seen from many other beginners, is that starting with the right type of project is essential for kicking off your sewing journey. Everyone does best starting strong with … Continue reading
So you have passed the beginners basic stitching and fabric cutting courses and are ready to put the sewing skills you learned to use. You are probably excited and hey we are excited for you too. Let us give you the basic pointers to follow so you can get started … Continue reading
Scrunchies have been a big part of summer since their invention in 1986 by Rommy Hut Revson. Unless you live under a rock, you know that a scrunchie is a piece of elastic covered by a long rectangular fabric used to gather hair in a ponytail Or a bun. Miss … Continue reading
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