Category Archives: Sewing Tips

Can a Normal Sewing Machine Sew Denim?

Yes. Many normal domestic sewing machines can sew denim, particularly when you’re working with lighter [...]

What Are Feed Dogs on a Sewing Machine? Explained

If you’ve ever wondered how your sewing machine moves fabric underneath the needle without you [...]

Does My Sewing Machine Need Servicing? Signs to Check

Just like any mechanical equipment, a sewing machine benefits from regular maintenance. Even if your [...]

Can You Use Overlocker Thread in a Sewing Machine?

Yes, you can sometimes use overlocker thread in a sewing machine, but it isn’t always [...]

Can an Embroidery Machine Be Used for Normal Sewing?

We do get asked this quite regularly, and it really does depends on the embroidery [...]

Is Sewing Difficult to Learn? A Beginner’s Guide

The simple answer is no — sewing isn’t particularly difficult to learn, but like any [...]

Rotary Cutter vs Scissors for Sewing: Which Is Best?

When you start sewing, a good pair of fabric scissors is usually one of the [...]

Essential Sewing Tools for Every Sewing Kit

Starting sewing doesn’t mean buying every gadget on the shelf. There are hundreds of sewing [...]

How to Sew a Zip: A Beginner’s Guide

YOU WILL NEED  Two pieces of fabric, a zipper the length of the seam, a [...]

How to Sew Straight Lines on a Sewing Machine

One of the first skills every beginner wants to master is sewing a perfectly straight [...]