Do you know how to sew neckbands on a shirt? Sewing and attaching a neckband could be dreadful for many, especially for a beginner level sewer. Knit fabrics are not capable of removing and reattaching back together again due to the damage caused to the fabric, even with a help of a sewing machine or …
Do you want to try your skills with hand sewing? By following hand stitch techniques, you can easily sew clothes from scratch or close any holes on old garments. Regardless of advent and convenience of sewing machine, nothing is more authentic than understanding how to sew hand stitches. Here are the basics so you can …
Do you understand the proper uses of interfacing? From button placket, to cuffs, and collars, interfacing has been widely used in DIY clothing and bag making projects. To take the sewing project to the next level, adding a light or medium weight interfacing is a great option. Interfacing gives weight to the fabric only in …
Have you run out of interfacing and looking for alternative? For a beginner sewer, purchasing interfacing can be a little confusing. There are two main types of interfacing, fusible and sew-in. In addition, interfacing types are either non-woven, woven, or knit, and all types come in different weights. If you do not have interfacing on …
Do you know how to straight stitch on a sewing machine? From setting the tension to the stitch width, there are options to select depending on the fabrication you are sewing. A proper straight stitch is one of the basic types of stitches on a sewing machine. Not only is it visually appealing, but a …
Are you sewing denim correctly? Denim fabric is often described as hard-working and hard-wearing, but certainly not hard to sew, as per the inclination. Whether you are sewing a pair of high waisted denim jeans from scratch, upcycling a DIY backpack or refashioning old jeans into a cute trendy denim mini dress, denim jeans are …
Do you know how to sew cotton correctly? Cotton fabric is best when it comes to summer as it is more breathable than other types of fabrication. Whether you are sewing puff sleeve blouse or sundresses, solid or printed cotton fabric is perfect for beginners. Unlike other fabrics, it is very stable when sewing which …
Are you having hard time to sew silk garments? Silk is a sensuous and luxurious fabric that is created from silkworm cocoons. Whether you are sewing structured square neckline camisole or lace trimmed camisole, silk tops are an essential garment to add to every women’s DIY wardrobe. How do you sew silk? Select an extra-fine …
Are you having trouble to sew knit? Knits are comfortable stretchy fabrics that can be sewn into garments such as t-shirt, dresses, and cardigans. Whether you are sewing from scratch or upcycling t-shirts into dresses or mini skirts, understanding how to sew knit is crucial. Don’t let the simple fabrication get you frustrated as a …
Do you know how to stop a sewing machine from skipping stitches? Even when following the manual to properly setup the sewing machine and bobbin, it still feels like skipping stitches is an unsolved mystery. Whether it is decorative topstitch or straight stitch to join the seam, any number of skipped stitches simply ruins the …