Sewing Essentials: Getting Started

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  • by Therese Gansen
  • Jan 29, 2024

How Much Fabric Do I Need - Fabric Calculator

Getting started on a new fabric project is always exciting, but if you constantly ask, "How much fabric do I need?" you are not alone. This guide w...

  • by Kristen Oliver
  • Apr 12, 2023

How Does a Sewing Machine Work?

The sewing machine was invented in the early 1800s and has since been used to stitch together various materials. Whether you're a beginner in the w...

  • by Therese Gansen
  • May 26, 2022

How to Sew Thick or Slippery Fabric

Whether you are new to sewing or have been doing it for a while, there's nothing as frustrating as trying to sew fabrics that are thick or slippery...

  • by Therese Gansen
  • Mar 09, 2022

Where Do I Start with Garment Sewing?

There's something amazing about wearing custom-made clothes designed especially for you. If you are ready to learn how to start sewing clothes, whe...

  • by Therese Gansen
  • Mar 01, 2022

Sewing Machine Maintenance - How to Properly Take Care of Your Sewing Machine

Your sewing machine might be the biggest investment you’ve made in your lifetime, a beloved family heirloom, or the one you got to “just see if you...

  • by Therese Gansen
  • Jan 11, 2022

Quilting Tips for Beginners

If you’re new to quilting or just want to brush up on your skills, here are some helpful tips to get you started.

  • by Therese Gansen
  • Jan 11, 2022

Basic Sewing Supplies

In this blog, you will learn: The right supplies make it easier to perform tasks to learn and master the art of sewing. Review this guide to build...