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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
On September 21, 1982, President Ronald Reagan declared September as National Sewing Month (Proclamation #4976) “in recognition of the importance of home sewing to our nation.” Sewing skills have long been a part of our […]
It’s August… it’s hot… schools and colleges are ready to resume fall semesters. It’s time to get the sewing machines out and make some back-to-school projects or get a head start on holiday sewing. Before […]
For many people who like the look of sewn appliqué, want to appliqué non-fabric items, or craft paper items, the personal die cut machine is a handy addition to your sewing/craft room. There are many […]
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