So you are left out there in the cold, looking for the best coverstitch machine to give your finely tailored fabric a befitting finish? Me too. Until I completed my search for the top six most affordable and efficient coverstitch machines. No denying, the coverstitch is a masterstroke in sewing. A friend once told me…
A quilting ruler is indeed a lifesaver in times of need. If you are into crafts, then you must know that like any other craft, quilting requires the right type of tools to make cutting and sewing in a more convenient, accurate way. The other day I was quilting a table runner for a friend,…
Sewing is great. In previous articles, we talked about all sorts of types of sewing and inevitably different sewing machines. Some impressed you; others you’ve found some flaws but had to admit that what they can do is great. For all of you guys who missed to read about quilting and monogramming here’s your chance…
History was my favorite school subject? Yours too, I hope. One would think that the history of the sewing machine can’t possibly be interesting but that is so wrong. It is covered with the veil of mystery and controversy. The invention of the first sewing machine was preceded with some other important inventions. I believe…
Sewing can be great fun for your kid. Not only he or she will learn how to sew and possibly earn some extra money later, but it will help them develop motor and other skills. If your kid really likes sewing, you can start by teaching him or her how to sew by hand and…
Are you fond of sewing or quilting? I am a seamstress and have been all my adult life. Thanks to my grandmother, at the tender age of 6 I was able to do a hem on one of my summer dresses. Although it wasn’t quite straight, I still took pride in it, and that stirred…
How many types of sewing stitches are there? There are 22 types of hand-sewing stitches and 6 types of machine sewing stitches. These stitches I should add are used for holding pieces of fabric material together including sails. Learning to sew is a skill that comes in handy when you have to mend your shirt,…
When I first started sewing all my projects seemed the same. You know what I mean? They looked alike and it was pretty dull! I mean, pants are pants; a T-shirt is a T-shirt only in a different color! That’s why I started thinking about what could I change there. I talked to my loving…
If you are planning to sew occasionally and make sewing your hobby, the heavy-duty sewing machine isn’t something you must have. But, if you’re planning to make some real money out of sewing, you’ll need to get the best heavy duty sewing machine for yourself. Editor’s Pick: Heavy Duty Sewing Machine Best 7 Heavy Duty…
Quality and style are measures used to categorize a piece of upholstery fabric. The weight, drape, weave, and number of wraps/threads are measured to gauge how long the material will take to wear. When picking up upholstery fabric, you should check its durability, cleanability and how well it resists fading and soil. It’s essential that…