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Once you know how to do a basic straight stitch on your sewing machine, you can move on to more complex machine stitching techniques. If you're used to sewing by hand you will notice how much time...
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...
If you have never sewn on a sewing machine before, these instructions are great for practicing the most basic skills. A beginner still learning to sew may also appreciate the exercises. These...
The bobbin case is located on the bed of the sewing machine, directly under the needle and presser foot. Dust, lint, and bits of thread can accumulate in the bobbin case, affecting sewing...
Lost buttons can be a pain to sew on by hand, but you don't have to do that if you have a sewing machine. All it takes is a few minutes to set up the device. Using a machine works for two- or...
A treadle sewing machine works by foot action and doesn’t require any electricity. If taken care of properly, an antique treadle sewing machine can sew a better stitch than its modern counterpart...
Once you have taken all the steps to prepare a bound buttonhole, it's time to finish sewing it. Like the preparation, this is a step you must not rush, for you want the finished product to be as...
Sometimes a sewing machine malfunctions because of improper threading, incorrect needle size or overheating. Troubleshoot these common problems with your machine if they're preventing you from...
Although sewing Velcro onto fabric is usually a small project, it can be frustrating and time-consuming. The hooks and loops and stickiness of the Velcro can interfere with your needle and presser...
All makes and models of sewing machines come with at least one presser foot. Most sewing machine manufacturers provide a variety of presser feet to fit their machines. The steps below give you...
Sewing is a wonderful hobby. If you sew using a sewing machine, you know that they are convenient. However, there are a few basics to know in order to successfully finish the project. Whether you...
Most of the problems you'll encounter with your serger sewing machine occur with improper threading. Although there are many different models and manufacturers of sergers, most are essentially...
Knowing what all the parts on your sewing machine do and where they are helps you operate your machine easily. They allow fabric to move through the machine smoothly and keep the thread in order....
When sewing on a machine, it's inevitable that you will come to a point where you have to sew in curve or a turn. Fortunately, this is easy to do and requires only a little effort.
Learning how to operate a sewing machine can help you complete your sewing projects quickly and effectively. Although sewing machines vary from brand to brand, each machine has similar qualities....
Many newer sewing machines automatically make buttonholes with a push of a button. But if you have an older zigzag machine that doesn't make a buttonhole stitch, you can still make them with your...
The collar of a shirt is its crowning glory. To get a professional look, the collar must be carefully cut, sewn and applied while being pressed each step of the way. Interfacing adds to the...
Sewing on a sewing machine is a satisfying and less expensive way to create your own clothes or goods. Once you learn how to thread the machine and make appropriate adjustments for various types...
During cold season it seems as if you never have a tissue handy when you need one. This tissue pouch is an easy-to-make project. You can quickly sew a tissue pouch for every member of your family...
Cloth grocery bags are stylish and functional, but you can't carry anything in them without a pair of trusty handles. Learn how to make handles for your cloth bag to give it that perfect finish.
It's frustrating to be working on a sewing project and suddenly forced to a thumping halt because your machine stops running. If the machine is smoking and shooting sparks, unplug it and drop it...
A zipper foot is a useful tool for sewing zippers to fabric, since it allows you to sew closer to the zipper teeth than a regular sewing machine foot. If your sewing machine didn’t come...
Sewing is a basic skill that anyone who wears clothing should know how to do. There are a vast number of things to learn as you begin to sew, but the basic steps are really easy.
Whether you want to create a project like a tablecloth, table runner or placemat with assorted scraps you've got on hand or simply love the patchwork look, use these tips to sew patterns like...
Most home sewing projects will, at some point, require the creation of buttonholes. Although many newer machines have features to make buttonhole sewing easier, many home crafters are working on...
A nylon dog dog leash is as sturdy as a leather dog leash. A leather leash is softer and more comfortable on your hand, though. Shop for a pre-made leather leash, and the price may astound you....
Needles are an interchangeable part of a sewing machine. Sharp needles work for all woven fabrics, ballpoint needles are used for knits, and universal needles work on both woven and knit fabrics....
Operating a sewing machine depends on the type of machine, but generally, all sewing machines are equipped to sew a variety of stitches, to stitch backwards and to change the size of each stitch....
Machine embroidery works like magic. Gather material and thread; select a pattern, and press the "Go" button to watch the machine paint a picture in fiber. The problem for newcomers to machine...
Bernina sewing machines have featured an automatic buttonhole-making function since 1954. Many models will create precise buttonholes with the touch of a button. Specific techniques to create a...
If you have never come across the contraption known as the darning foot, it can look a little odd when compared to the normal presser foot. It can even seem awkward at first to learn how to use a...
Bernina is a brand name of high-end sewing machines, and the company has been making household sewing machines since the 1930s. While there are computer screens for most new models now with a host...
A basic sewing machine has a manageable number of parts to identify. To simplify, one could break it into four functional areas. First would be the threading mechanisms, then the stitch...
A rolled hem presser foot attachment on your sewing machine allows you to make narrow, professional hems. Use these rolled hems on napkins, ruffles, handkerchiefs, lingerie or anytime a regular...
Baby Lock machine embroidery is a great deal of fun. You can monogram and put embroidery designs on many items. If you can load it into the hoop, you can embroider it. Baby Lock currently has...
Sitting on the back deck or front porch is more enjoyable when you can rest your head on a pillow. Outdoor pillows, however, are an annoyance when the weather turns wet and they get soggy. You may...
Horse owner and trainer Jim Cramer first identified race horse running styles in 1979, having discovered how beneficial this was to betting. Cramer understood that every horse has a preference for...
Battery operated sewing machines that are portable are popular for the busy mom or dad. They conveniently fit in your vehicle for mending on the go. Portable sewing machines operate on batteries...
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