Another collection of some of our favourite sewing goodies!
We know that regular followers of our blog and social media accounts just love all the wonderful how-tos we keep finding down the back of the internet sofa: all the marvellous articles that sewing experts and magazines post for the community at large.
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So here are some more examples of sewing exquisiteness for you to enjoy!
This week’s top sewing and quilting tips
- Quilts you can make in one day!Read more about Quilts you can make in one day
- Tips and tricks for free-motion quilting at home. Read more about Free-motion quilting at home
- Sewing machine stitches: which stitch to use and when… Read more about Sewing machine stitches: which stitch to use and when
- Sewing with piping: Top tips and tricks. Read more
- Everything you need to know about tailoring your clothes… Read more about Tailoring your clothes
- How to sew sheer fabric using only a bobbin thread for stitching. Read more about How to sew sheer fabric using bobbin thread
- “21 Lessons Learned during My First Year Sewing.” Read more about 21 lessons learned during my first year sewing
- 12 clever and unique ways to make a blue jean rug. Read more about Blue jean rug ideas
- Serging techniques for creating smooth hem edges. Read more about Serging techniques for smooth hems
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The ultimate guide to coverstitching: “Coverstitch. So essential for hemming knits, but also frustrating and expensive to accomplish.” Read more about the ultimate guide to coverstitch machines
- If your favourite pair of jeans have become too small in the waist, don’t despair and definitely don’t get rid of them. Read more about How to make jeans waist bigger
- Sewing darts give a 3-dimensional shape to your clothing and bag sewing projects. Follow these simple steps to create perfect darts every time… Read more about Sewing darts tutorial
- Fool-proof ways to keep your upper thread from breaking. Read more about Prevent upper thread breaking
- 12 sewing mistakes you need to stop making and how to fix them… Read more about Sewing mistakes and how to fix them
- How to use overcast/overlock presser feet for sewing overcasting stitches with a sewing machine. Read more about Overcast stitches using an overlock foot
- Learn how to gather fabric like a boss. Read more about How to gather fabric like a boss
- Zippers come in a variety of sizes and finishes. For some sewers, zipper installation can be an intimidating part of the garment construction process. Demystify this closure with these 9 sewing techniques. Read more about 9 zipper installation techniques
- Love this! Bag of old jeans sewing tutorial. Read more about Bag of old jeans sewing tutorial
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- More sewing hints and tips that you can shake a presser foot at!
- Kids clothing – loads of sewing tutorials for you!
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