Sewing

Sewing requires a pattern for almost anything you want to sew, and the easiest way to sew is to use a pattern that is purchased. Finding a pattern you like and want to work with is only half the...

Sewing without preparing the fabric ends in disappointment, so if you want to be a good seamstress, prepare the fabric before you sew for best results. Preparing the fabric will help assure that...

Children love to have their own things, and an apron is perfect to protect their clothing. They may wear an apron for painting or crafts or for cooking with Mom. This child-size apron is easy to...

Having cold hands and fingers is not fun. Sometimes it is so cold outside that mittens and gloves just don't cut it. Hand warmers can help keep your hands warm and toasty! Not only are they...

You never know when you might need a quick hooded costume for a theater production, Halloween costume, or any event that requires a medieval hooded look. It's the perfect Little Red Riding Hood,...

Doggie Jackets are very expensive to buy, but it is surprisingly simple to make them and cheap too! All you need is a plush throw. I bought mine on sale at Walmart. The micro plush throw cost...

There are numerous ways to stretch your wedding budget dollars. For example, you might wear a family heirloom wedding dress, or get a discount for buying all the bridal party dresses at the same...

This cute bunny headband has flexible ears that can be bent into any pose you like. It's ideal for a Halloween costume or for school or church plays, and dress-up fun at home or day care. It...

I frequently want to give someone a handmade gift but I don't sew nor do I have a sewing machine. My daughter showed me how to make a throw (personal-sized blanket) without having to make a...

So maybe you have bought your first sewing machine, Well the next thing would be to learn how to use it and then decide on starting on a project. Before you start your new project, have you done...

If you are reading this article, you probably are thinking of starting to sew and are wondering what type of machine to buy. Well i recently went through the same thing and this is what i did.

Pajamas made out of boxer shorts and tee shirts are popular with tweens and teens. They’re so comfortable. These pajamas can be thrown in the washer and dryer. No special care is involved, so...

Need a quick and easy project for any holiday? This project is ideal for both beginners and veteran stitchers. For beginners, it only requires a regular sewing machine, and no fitting or...

You can analyze a sewing machine problem or malfunction, even if you have little knowledge about mechanics or the actual operation of the sewing machine. The sewing machine is sturdy and has very...

Sometime you have perfect good chairs that just don't match anymore. Or wicker furniture that looks great but isn't comfortable to sit in. Don't throw it away, just make a new chair cushion for...

With this guide, you will learn how to make your own quilt block template to use in cutting quilt pieces.

Have you ever wanted to embroider something but found out that no one has made a pattern for it yet? Have you ever dreamed of making a unique embroidery? It's really not too hard. And, with a...

This deign proceeds like an applique design except that instead of stitching to a background fabric, you are stitching it to water soluble stabilizer. Hoop adhesive backed water soluble...

Tshirts are very popular for embroidering but can pose some problems for design selection, hooping and stabilizing. Here are some tips to make your embroidery successful.

If you sew and wear blouses or shirts, you can sew a few simple seams in a blouse for less ironing. Why do we need to iron a shirt or blouse? Many are a permanent press fabric or require very...

Make a fleece hat for family, friends, yourself, or as a volunteer project in only 10 minutes.

Entering text on a machine embroidery file in PE-DESIGN Lite is quick and easy. Modifying the position, font, font size and even curving the text is just as simple in this mid-range embroidery...

Here is an easy way to avoid the problem young tap dancers have when the ribbon tie on their tap shoes comes undone during their tap lessons or, worse yet, in the middle of a performance. ...

This is the process I followed to get as much fabric as I could from a shirt. True a few of the pieces are only 2 1/2 inches wide, but if you need 2 inch square patches, it is perfect.

Here is a great project if you have an over abundance of tee shirts, a need for reusable tote bags, and desire to help make the Earth a greener place to live.

This will explain how to remove an embroidery design or monograming from a piece of clothing, bag, towel, etc. It's not an easy process and patience is needed. Good luck and I hope my article...

To make your own easy design on fabric try bleach discharging.

To create a baby crib blanket without a pattern, simply visit your fabric store and locate pre-printed blanket panels. There are two types of panels, pre-printed and pre-printed, quilted. The...

Having trouble with this? Sometimes a sewing machine needle breaks, and you have to change it out. You should also change needles when you sew on different weights of cloth. If you're sewing...

Understitching gives your seam a nice finish--particularly a curved neckline--since it keeps the lining or facing from rolling toward the outside and helps the seam allowance to lie flat without...

So, you've made your first outfit from a pattern. It went together without a hitch...until you put it on and stepped in front of a mirror. "Wait a minute!" you exclaimed. "This...

So, you've made your first outfit from a pattern. It went together without a hitch...until you put it on and stepped in front of a mirror. "Wait a minute!" you exclaimed. "This...

A tea cozy is a cover for your teapot, which will keep the kettle warm or simply cover it when not in use. Traditionally they are knitted and resemble winter caps, but you can make a quick tea...

Are you one of those people that like to make gifts for other people, rather than purchasing a present for them? If so, you may have considered making a hat for a friend or loved one. Hat making...

As much fun as it is to create your own clothes, costumes and crafts, it can also be expensive. Follow these steps to cut down on your fabric and craft cost at Joann Fabric and Crafts.

Using your Rotary Mat and Ruler to Cut 45° Angles

Quilters are always looking for quick, easy and accurate methods for various processes in their quilt making. That's what makes the Rotary Cutter such a powerful tool! This article will show you...

Q: I have a quilt that I want to make into something different. How do I take sections of blocks out of the quilt without ruining the fabric? A: There are several steps in this process, and if...

Often you will want to display your quilt - or wall hanging - in a show or on a wall in your house. The question, then, is how to accomplish that. Well, you can just add a hanging sleeve onto the...

Do you have some old jeans hanging around? They're taking up space and not paying rent. Well, put them to use by making purses out of them! Yes, denim purses are everywhere and you can just make...

Most leg warmers are knit, or made by cutting the feet off tall socks. However if you'd like yours to stand out, you can sew them as well. Here's how.

Ever wish you could wear socks with your thong-style sandals? Maybe the thong rubs too much between your toes. Or perhaps it's not quite warm enough for sandals, but you'd like to wear them...

There's no reason an apron shouldn't be useable, becoming and decorative. Here's how to make a kitchen apron with embroidery accents.

Whether you need fabric for a home decoration project or an item of clothing, it can be hard to find the right fabric online without seeing it in person. But, buying fabric online is convenient...

Making a hand sewn grommet in a piece of canvas is moderately easy. All you need are the correct tools and knowledge of a few basic stitches.

When designing a slipcover that you will be making yourself, you might want to consider using a sheet instead of buying fabric. Depending on the size of the furniture you're covering, a sheet may...

There are plenty of occasions that call for a fancy dress. But you don't always have to buy a prom dress or evening gown. You can make fancy dresses, too. Sewing a dress yourself will mean you get...

Who says sleep masks have to be boring? You can make a sleep mask as simple or as ornate as you wish with these easy to follow instructions.

You can use old ties that are no longer being worn as belts, headbands, handles on bags, draft stoppers, draw strings, doll clothes, sew them together side by side to make vests, skirts, pillow...

Did your ex leave a bunch of ties behind? Is your hubby sick of some of his? Before you throw them away or donate, consider making a unique and flattering skirt for yourself.