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The why and how of interfacing from The Sewing & Vacuum Center

May 7, 2025 tim@sokyhappenings.com Comments Off on The why and how of interfacing from The Sewing & Vacuum Center

What is something that isn’t seen in a garment but makes a big difference if it is missing? Interfacing! This is a structural layer placed between two fabric layers when stiffening or stability is needed […]

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New in sewing machines for 2025 from The Sewing and Vacuum Center

February 5, 2025 tim@sokyhappenings.com Comments Off on New in sewing machines for 2025 from The Sewing and Vacuum Center

Most machine companies release new sewing machines each year with new features. 2025 is no exception. Brother is releasing the top-of-the-line Aveneer EV1 with many great features for sewers. You can expect to find similar […]

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Holiday gifts for the sewing room from The Sewing and Vacuum Center

December 4, 2024 tim@sokyhappenings.com Comments Off on Holiday gifts for the sewing room from The Sewing and Vacuum Center

Holiday gift-giving time is right around the corner! Sewers, quilters, and embroiderers always enjoy finding notions, tools, or machines under the tree. We have some suggestions that would make your stitcher happy. A new sewing machine might […]

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Updating your sewing basket: A look at sewing notions at The Sewing & Vacuum Center

November 4, 2024 tim@sokyhappenings.com Comments Off on Updating your sewing basket: A look at sewing notions at The Sewing & Vacuum Center

Back in the day, most homes had a sewing basket with supplies for stitching and mending. The basket would contain needles, thread, scissors, and a thimble. You might find some stray buttons, snaps or other […]

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Selecting the right batting for your quilting project from The Sewing and Vacuum Center

August 29, 2024 tim@sokyhappenings.com Comments Off on Selecting the right batting for your quilting project from The Sewing and Vacuum Center

Why are some quilts soft and cuddly and others slightly stiff or very puffy? What goes between the top and back of the quilt makes a difference in the feel of the quilt. Batting is […]

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Sewing Machine Feet Explained, Part Two… from The Sewing and Vacuum Center

July 12, 2024 tim@sokyhappenings.com Comments Off on Sewing Machine Feet Explained, Part Two… from The Sewing and Vacuum Center

In Part I, we looked at the machine feet that generally come with the purchase of a machine. In this article, we’ll look at additional feet that are usually add-on purchases with your machine; however, […]

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Sewing machine feet at The Sewing & Vacuum Center

June 3, 2024 tim@sokyhappenings.com Comments Off on Sewing machine feet at The Sewing & Vacuum Center

Today’s sewing machines have many types of feet and accessories available to make stitching easier. Most machines will have the same basic 3-5 presser feet included with the machine. More expensive machine models generally include […]

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Purchasing a home embroidery machine: What you need to know from The Sewing & Vac Center

May 4, 2024 tim@sokyhappenings.com Comments Off on Purchasing a home embroidery machine: What you need to know from The Sewing & Vac Center

Home embroidery machines have been popular since their introduction to the home market in the 1990’s. These machines can be used for personal projects or to start a business. If you are considering purchasing an […]

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Put a new sewing machine under the Christmas tree from The Sewing & Vacuum Center

December 3, 2023 tim@sokyhappenings.com Comments Off on Put a new sewing machine under the Christmas tree from The Sewing & Vacuum Center

Selecting a new sewing machine today for yourself or someone else can be a challenging task. There are many choices today in sewing machines with features to make the sewing experience a good one. If […]

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Talking the talk with quilting terminology at The Sewing and Vacuum Center

October 5, 2023 tim@sokyhappenings.com Comments Off on Talking the talk with quilting terminology at The Sewing and Vacuum Center

As with any sport or hobby, the crafting world has its own set of vocabulary to understand. Quilting has quite a few terms that outsiders should become familiar with, especially if you have someone who […]

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