Finishing seams, piping, mitred corners, sewing with knits, curved hems…
Hi all – and welcome to another roundup of sewing goodies from internet land! You’ll find something that’s bound to whet your appetite – and teach you something you didn’t already know from this collection of wonderful how-tos.
Here are some of our current faves – enjoy!
- Organise your space with fabric baskets… sewing them is fast and easy! Read more
- How to finish a seam: 9 seam finishes. Read more
- The cool clutch. This is a great pattern if you are new to bag making, or you want a quick make for sew to sell or gifting. Read more
- While knits might be a dream to sew, they also have some sewing requirements that must be respected. Follow these simple rules and your ‘knit fear’ will disappear. Read more
- How to sew a mitred corner on a wide double fold hem. Read more
- How to put gussets in a dress or top – a gusset is an inverted triangular (or diamond shaped) piece of fabric inserted into a garment to make it fit more comfortably. Read more
- Would you like to learn how to sew perfect scalloped edges? Read more
- Piping is a narrow, folded in half strip of fabric (usually with a cord inside) inserted into a seam. Anyone can make and use piping – all you need is a little patience. Read more
- 6 ways how to insert lace – heirloom sewing tutorial. Read more
- How to hem pants the easy way and get professional results. Read more
- 80 ingenious sewing hacks and pro tips you’ll wish you’d known sooner! Read more
- “Need a hanging towel in your kitchen? They are so convenient, but sometimes a bit too … granny? I have a solution.” Read more
- Four sewing tutorials – how to sew a curved hem. Read more
- 100 brilliant projects to upcycle leftover fabric scraps. Read more
Loads more sewing tips, reviews and tutorials »
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