We’re talked about where to buy fabric, but let’s talk about how you actually choose the fabric for your project. There are several different factors to consider. Type of Project This is the most obvious, but what are you making? There is a difference in apparel fabric, upholstery fabric, quilting fabric, and so on. While…
One upon a time, there were stores dedicated solely to fabric, and that’s where you would go to get basically anything. My semi-local store was Mary Jo’s. It wasn’t super close, probably a solid 45 minute drive away. Nanny would take us there and it was a fabric wonderland. Anything and everything your heart desired…
One of the most effective things you can do with your sewing is to make sure you are using your iron. I know, I know, I don’t like ironing either. However, pressing your seams makes all the difference in how the finished product looks. But is there a difference between pressing and ironing? Don’t they…
I’ve got a confession to make. There are more sewing tools. *gasp* *shock* *horror* Ok, so that might be a little melodramatic. And honestly, I could probably say that about 50 more times because there seems to be a never-ending array of nifty sewing tools. We covered a few of the very basic ones previously,…
We’ve talked a little about sewing and its components, but let’s talk about some terminology that you’re likely to encounter. Here’s the thing – there are approximately eleventy million sewing terms, and they are likely to vary depending on what you are sewing. I’m going to talk about a few key terms, and they are…
Time to get down to business – what is actually required to be able to sew? You might be surprised to learn that the answer is a lot less complex than you might think. In the purest form, I believe you only need three tools to be able to sew. Don’t get me wrong, there…
If you’ve ever worked with fabric and noticed your project didn’t quite drape the way you expected, the fabric grain may be the culprit! Understanding the grain of fabric is one of the most important foundations of sewing. It affects everything from how a garment fits to how well your finished project holds its shape…
When you’re sewing, knowing the right and wrong sides of fabric is crucial for achieving a polished and professional look. Some fabrics make it easy to tell the difference, while others can leave you guessing. If you’ve ever found yourself struggling to determine which side is which, you’re not alone! Why Does It Matter? Most…
So you have decided what type of sewing you want to do. Great! Now let’s turn to arguably the most important next choice – what type of fabric to use. Choosing the right fabric is just as important as picking the perfect pattern or thread when sewing, quilting, or crafting. Fabric plays a key role…
Welcome to Sewing 101! And the first question is…what kind of sewing do you want to do? I’m not talking about techniques, just literally what kind of stuff do you want to make? You’re not sure? That’s totally ok, let’s talk about that! Sewing Clothing This is the type of sewing most people picture when…
