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All this and the sewing machine of the week!<\/h2>\nWe regularly present roundups of our favourite sewing how-tos and tutorials. A slightly different format this time, as we pick out our favourite hot tips for you in each case!<\/strong>\n\nAnd a new regular feature launches for you with our “Sewing Machine of the week”.\u00a0These will feature some of our favourite machines – and, importantly, they will be in stock (at the time of writing at least!).\n\nThis weeks it’s the wonderful Janome 5060 QDC<\/a>.\n

Top ten sewing tips, articles and tutorials for July<\/h3>\nSewing tips, tricks and techniques for every sewist.<\/a>\nTop tip:<\/strong> “Join an online sewing community!”<\/em>\n\n10 sewing tips I learned that changed my life.<\/a>\nTop tip:<\/strong> “Not all Cottons are Created Equal.”<\/em>\n\nTop sewing tips.<\/a>\nTop tip:<\/strong> “Don\u2019t buy cheap needles for your machine as they are finished poorly, have sharp edges and break your thread while you are sewing.”<\/em>\n\n12 sewing tips for more professional results: take your sewing to the next level.<\/a>\nTop tip:<\/strong> “Choose the right fabric for the project.”<\/em>\n\nDifferent types of marking tools.<\/a>\nTop tip:<\/strong> “Only use tracing paper on the back or wrong side of your fabric.”<\/em>\n\nEssential sewing tips and tricks.<\/a>\nTop tip:<\/strong> “Don\u2019t be afraid to make mistakes.”<\/em>\n\n8.5 tips for faster batch sewing.<\/a>\nTop tip:<\/strong> “Before you sit down for a batch session, you\u2019ll need to cut everything first.”<\/em>\n\nBest tips and tricks to sew faster you need in your sewing arsenal!<\/a>\nTop tip:<\/strong> “Invest in a serger and finish seams with a serger instead of resorting to other finishing techniques.”<\/em>\n\n10 tips for sewing jeans.<\/a>\nTop tip:<\/strong> “Increase the needle tension when using heavy thread.”<\/em>\n\n
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The Janome 5060 QDC from GUR Sewing Machines<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

Featured sewing machine – the amazing\u00a0Janome 5060 QDC<\/h3>\nThis computerised sewing machine comes supplied with a wide table.<\/strong>\n\nThe Janome 5060 QDC is a fully computerised product, with different stitches and settings being available at the touch of a button. Simple and easy to use, and no fuss threading with the auto needle threader and quick set bobbin.\n\nLightweight and portable enough to take to classes, it has 60 built in stitches including 6 buttonholes for creating all kinds of projects. The Janome 5060QDC has plenty of easy to use features that will make sewing a pleasure.\n

Buy the\u00a0Janome 5060 QDC sewing machine \u00bb<\/a><\/h3>\n\n
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GUR \u2013 your sewing machine superstore!<\/h2>\nIf you\u2019re looking to start the noble art for the first time, or have decided that it\u2019s time to go for something a little more awe-inspiring, GUR\u2019s sewing machine range<\/a> will\u00a0present\u00a0you with some very impressive options.<\/strong>\n\nCheck out GUR\u2019s spares and accessories store<\/a> \u2013 everything you could want for your trusty sewing machine!\n

Telephone\u00a00121 359 5335 or email<\/a> GUR Sewing Machines now!<\/h2>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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