I’m always running into people who tell me how interested they are in learning how to sew, but they don’t know where to start. My recommendation? Start with a sewing pattern. A sewing pattern will give you the pieces and instructions you need to create something beautiful from scratch. So how do you find the right pattern? If […]
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 […]
In this collaborative video I created with Vancouver fabric store Fabricana, I’m showing you some of the main cutting tools you’ll want to have on-hand when sewing- dressmaking shears, rotary cutters, embroidery scissors, and snips. I also share some fabric cutting techniques for easier, faster cutting. Who wouldn’t want that?! For more tips and tricks […]
I did a series of videos with Fabricana, my go-to sewing store in high school when I lived in Vancouver. Seriously, it’s the BEST! If you haven’t been to Fabricana, drop everything you’re doing and go. Right now. Or add it to your sewing destination wish list. 🙂 It’s a warehouse-sized building filled with gorgeous […]
I did a series of educational videos with Fabricana, my favourite fabric store in Vancouver. Learning how to sew a knife edge pillow is an easy project, especially because it doesn’t require a zipper. In this video, I share one of my most-requested insider tricks on how to sew a knife edge pillow: How to […]
I did a series of videos with west-coast fabric store Fabricana, and this is one I especially love because it talks about such an important parts of sewing: fabric prep! Even before you start cutting and sewing, how you deal with your fabric plays a critical role in what your finished garment will look like. In […]
I’m the first to admit home decor sewing is not my specialty. I’m very good! But I’m not incredible. Having said that, as a sewer (and I’m sure you can relate), I don’t discriminate when it comes to gorgeous fabrics, trims, and notions! You can put me in any section of the fabric store and […]
Are you new to quilting? Or maybe you’ve dabbled, but your quilts just aren’t coming out the way you pictured them in your head. I teamed up with Vancouver‘s fabric mecca, Fabricana, to guide you through navigating a fabric store’s quilting department and show you how to choose quilt fabrics that’ll make your finished projects a vision […]
I grew up in Vancouver, and Fabricana has always been THE fabric store there. So it was an honour when they asked me to do some promotional videos for their multiple locations. In this video, I walk sewing newbies through navigating a fabric store when sewing a garment. Watch here… ***** I’m here at Fabricana’s […]
