The tomato pin cushion is ubiquitous — you have one, your mom has one, everyone has one! We’re all very familiar with that famous red pin cushion. BUT did you know that the little dangling strawberry (or chilli pepper) on it actually has a pretty neat purpose? Watch below for the best sewing trick related […]
When someone mentions a travel sewing kit, what do you think of? Those rinky dinky hotel versions, right? Well, toss those. Here’s what to stock in your own DIY super awesome — and actually useful — travel sewing kit. Side note: For one of our anniversary vacations, my husband and I stayed at the Burj […]
Don’t forget! You must change your sewing machine needle! Not only do you need to change a sewing machine needle before it gets dull, you should also be changing your needle with each new project based on the fabric you’re sewing. Fun fact: My baby was just a few months old when I was filming […]
When you’re sewing, having the right tools is always important. But even before you sew, tools play an important role in prepping your fabric and your project. When I’m securing pattern pieces to my fabric (or when I’m securing fabric to fabric for sewing), I use specific tools, and I’ve got some tips for making the most […]
When it comes to sewing, there are some basic sewing supplies everyone should have on-hand. And although you may not use all of these supplies with each project, you’ll still want to pick them up to fill your sewing kit with the necessary staples: – Thread – Bobbin – Pins – Hand-sewing needle – Pin […]
What do these sewing terms mean? I’ve been compiling this list since 2004, and now it’s all in one place for you. Here is your master glossary of sewing terms so you never need to wonder again about a definition. Can’t find the sewing terms you’re looking for? Leave it in the comments below and I […]
I love, love, love sewing supplies! I can’t tell you how many pair of scissors I have, how many stitch rippers, spools of thread, measuring tapes, oh my goodness. I could go on forever! But, you don’t need a room full of this stuff. (Don’t tell my husband! I’ve convinced him I really DO need […]
