{"id":25136,"date":"2021-04-10T17:30:00","date_gmt":"2021-04-10T21:30:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/?p=25136"},"modified":"2021-04-10T14:19:40","modified_gmt":"2021-04-10T18:19:40","slug":"tips-for-sewing-faster","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/tips-for-sewing-faster\/","title":{"rendered":"Here Are My Top 8 Tips for Sewing Faster"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\"><figure class=\"aligncenter\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"735\" height=\"1102\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/8-Tips-for-Sewing-Faster.jpg\" alt=\"Tips for Sewing Faster\" class=\"wp-image-25156 lazyload\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/8-Tips-for-Sewing-Faster.jpg 735w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/8-Tips-for-Sewing-Faster-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/8-Tips-for-Sewing-Faster-434x650.jpg 434w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/8-Tips-for-Sewing-Faster-100x150.jpg 100w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 735px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 735\/1102;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"735\" height=\"1102\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/8-Tips-for-Sewing-Faster.jpg\" alt=\"Tips for Sewing Faster\" class=\"wp-image-25156\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/8-Tips-for-Sewing-Faster.jpg 735w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/8-Tips-for-Sewing-Faster-200x300.jpg 200w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/8-Tips-for-Sewing-Faster-434x650.jpg 434w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/8-Tips-for-Sewing-Faster-100x150.jpg 100w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px\" \/><\/noscript><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>People sew for all kinds of reasons. Some, like me, consider <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/interesting-sewing-facts\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sewing<\/a>&nbsp;as a passionate hobby &#8211;which I practice as often as I can. Whereas for others, it can be a means of livelihood or <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/sewing-profit-sew-to-sell\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sewing to sell<\/a>. Whatever the reason you pursue this wonderful hobby, there is nothing wrong in being well organised and getting as much done as possible. &nbsp;After many years of sewing, I've developed some tips for sewing faster. &nbsp;I'm sure many of you have your own which I hope you will share but first let me share mine with you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-25144 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_33497170-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"gest organized for sewing\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_33497170-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_33497170-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_33497170-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_33497170-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_33497170.jpg 1000w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/200;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-25144\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_33497170-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"gest organized for sewing\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_33497170-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_33497170-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_33497170-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_33497170-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_33497170.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/noscript>Get organised:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>This might sound silly, but I have figured out that this can create magic. Less the clutter, the faster I am able to finish the work. I make sure that all the essentials like thread, needle and buttons are neatly arranged in small pouches. This way I need not have to spend time searching for them. Also, I make sure that I am free from all distractions and have enough time to finish the project in hand. &nbsp;Here are some <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/budget-sewing-storage-ideas\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sewing storage ideas<\/a> that might help you get organized.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-25143 size-medium lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_203523628-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"cut fabric once\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_203523628-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_203523628-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_203523628-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_203523628-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_203523628.jpg 1000w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/200;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft wp-image-25143 size-medium\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_203523628-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"cut fabric once\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_203523628-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_203523628-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_203523628-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_203523628-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_203523628.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/noscript>Cut once:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I do all the cutting work at the same time. If the stitching requires 2-3 pieces of the same size, then I make sure that it is cut and stored at the same time. This way I need not have to waste time measuring the pieces again and again. Also, I have noticed that using a <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/l\/rotary_cutter\" title=\"Amazon.com: Fiskars 45mm Contour Rotary Cutter (195210-1001): Arts, Crafts &amp;amp; Sewing\" class=\"pretty-link-keyword\">rotary cutter<\/a> makes the task easier. I place the pattern on top of the fabric, keep some weight so that the pattern remains intact and then start the work. &nbsp;It also really helps to avoid mistakes. &nbsp;Here are some <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/5-mistakes-to-avoid-when-cutting-fabric\/\">mistakes to avoid when cutting fabric<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-25141 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_182465732-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"fabric choice\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_182465732-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_182465732-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_182465732-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_182465732-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_182465732.jpg 1000w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/200;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-25141\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_182465732-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"fabric choice\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_182465732-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_182465732-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_182465732-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_182465732-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_182465732.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/noscript>Fabric choice:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Unless it is a custom made design, the fabrics I use are the ones that are easy to handle like cotton and linen. Fabrics like brocade or <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/hem-sheer-or-lightweight-fabrics\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">light sheer fabrics<\/a> can be quite difficult to handle and hence the entire task might take some time. &nbsp;Here are some more tips about <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/how-to-choose-fabric\/\">how to choose fabric<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-25139 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_133735883-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"use quality products\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_133735883-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_133735883-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_133735883-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_133735883-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_133735883.jpg 1000w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/200;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-25139\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_133735883-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"use quality products\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_133735883-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_133735883-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_133735883-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_133735883-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_133735883.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/noscript>Use quality products:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I never compromise on the quality of products. All accessories that I use like thread, pin and buttons are of good quality so that it does not break or get worn out&nbsp;while sewing. &nbsp;For more guidance on <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/favorite-sewing-essentials\/\">essential sewing tools<\/a>, please read here. &nbsp;We've also written before about the significant merits of investing in a <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/budget-or-quality-brass-seam-ripper\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">high quality brass seam ripper<\/a>&nbsp;and even using <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/tool-tips-budget-or-quality-sewing-pins\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">quality sewing pins<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-25138 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_325969736-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"skip pinning\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_325969736-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_325969736-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_325969736-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_325969736-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_325969736.jpg 1000w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/200;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-25138\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_325969736-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"skip pinning\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_325969736-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_325969736-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_325969736-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_325969736-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_325969736.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/noscript>Skip pinning:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Beginners are advised to pin their clothes so that measurements can be accurate. But as I gained experience, I slowly started skipping the pinning part from time to time. Instead, I use my hand to hold the cloth firmly on to the bed of the machine. &nbsp;Another alternative that is sort of half way is using <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/budget-or-quality-wonder-clips\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Wonder Clips<\/a> which are much faster but still really hold things together.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-25145 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_379865395-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"stitch length\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_379865395-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_379865395-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_379865395-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_379865395-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_379865395.jpg 1000w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/200;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-25145\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_379865395-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"stitch length\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_379865395-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_379865395-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_379865395-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_379865395-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_379865395.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/noscript>Stitch length:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Adjusting the stitch length in the machine helps in finishing the sewing faster. If the normal stitch length is 2 or 2.5, I might increase it to 3 or 3.5 so that the sewing finishes faster. &nbsp;When you lengthen the stitch length you're basically increasing the amount of fabric that is fed under the presser foot each time the needle cycles. &nbsp;However, keep in mind that the length of a stitch determines its durability. &nbsp;If you really need a seam to be strong, keep the stitch length short. &nbsp;For more about adjusting stitch length have a look at <a href=\"http:\/\/sewing.about.com\/od\/beginner1\/ss\/Sewing-Machine-Stitches-What-They-Do-And-When-To-Use-Sewing-Machine-Stitches.htm\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">this article<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-25137 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_245137288-1-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"sewing buttons\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_245137288-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_245137288-1-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_245137288-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_245137288-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_245137288-1.jpg 1000w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/200;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-25137\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_245137288-1-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"sewing buttons\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_245137288-1-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_245137288-1-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_245137288-1-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_245137288-1-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/shutterstock_245137288-1.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/noscript>Sewing buttons:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>I use 2-3 strands of embroidery thread for sewing buttons instead of a single strand of thread. This way I can finish the work faster and make sure that the button stays intact. &nbsp;If you didn't know, you can also <a href=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/sew-buttons-sewing-machine\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">sew buttons with a sewing machine<\/a> which can be quite fast when you get the hang of it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-25149 lazyload\" data-src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/2-2-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"swivel chair\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" data-srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/2-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/2-2-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/2-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/2-2-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/2-2.jpg 1000w\" data-sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" style=\"--smush-placeholder-width: 300px; --smush-placeholder-aspect-ratio: 300\/200;\" \/><noscript><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"alignleft size-medium wp-image-25149\" src=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/2-2-300x200.jpg\" alt=\"swivel chair\" width=\"300\" height=\"200\" srcset=\"https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/2-2-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/2-2-500x334.jpg 500w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/2-2-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/2-2-150x100.jpg 150w, https:\/\/so-sew-easy.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/04\/2-2.jpg 1000w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 300px) 100vw, 300px\" \/><\/noscript>Get a swivel chair:<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>My first major investment apart from the sewing machine was a good swivel chair. This makes it easier to adjust my position as and when I require thereby enabling me to finish the work faster. &nbsp;I picked a reasonable quality office chair with good back support, adjustable height and roller wheels and I've never regretted it. &nbsp;Don't skimp on this and your back will thank you! &nbsp;(You can get a good office chair delivered to your home from Amazon for very little money. &nbsp;See <a href=\"http:\/\/amzn.to\/1Xt4ETr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">HERE<\/a>.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p>All these are simple tips that make my sewing task easier and faster. 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