A continuation of the techniques in Seams 1 with illustrations that show you how to do a greater variety of seams. Strap seam is used for decoration. Plain seam is made and pressed open. On the right side, baste a strip of material with edges turned in, and edge stitch both sides. Braid and other trimmings may also […]
Sewing Seams and Seam Finishes 1
Seams are the lines of stitching which hold two pieces of fabric together. In general, we try sewing seams as inconspicuous as possible, and in most cases, as strong as possible. For this reason always make sure that you use good quality cotton for sewing seams. The types of seam we use depend on the strength […]
What Points to Ponder to Find That Perfect Sewing Machine?
The ideal sewing machine can be picked by taking into consideration a few basic ideas and by asking yourself where you and the machines of your choice stand against each of these points. 1.Budget Fixing the budget is the pre-requisite for any purchase decision and buying a sewing machine is no different. It also helps […]
Basic Stitches 2
Basic stitches 2 give you an array of basic stitches you need to know. This web page gives you the how, when and where to use the different basic stitches. Bookmark this page as a reference. Although we use sewing machines for the majority of our home sewing projects there are still certain projects that are done by […]
Basic Stitches 1
Doing your groundwork right from the start using basic sewing stitches will give you a professional looking finish in the end. It is all worth the effort. It is essential for the beginner to start with learning the basic stitches. Maybe a little boring but basic stitches are essential. We also added some tips making the simplest things as threading a needle […]
The Best Sewing Machine Tables
When you purchase a sewing machine for your personal use around the house, it is not only practical but also capable of opening the door to creating your own unique clothing designs, bedding, window treatments and other items. Depending on your needs, there are very many types of sewing machines for sale on the market. […]
Should You Buy A Handheld Sewing Machine Or Not?
Depending of how and where you want to use it, a handheld sewing machine can be used as a substitution of the normal sewing machine. If you learn how to sew, you can easily save money by creating your own clothing. So, it is not only used for repairing your clothes that somehow are now […]
10 Points to consider Before Purchasing a Sewing Machine
1. So What Can You Afford? Everyone has a budget and recognizing whether or not you can actually afford the machine that you want is the first step to choosing the one that’s right for you. There is simply no point in looking at high-end machines if you have a limited budget. That way lies […]