Sewing Fabric in a sewing machine with good sewing machine operation

6 Essential Tips to Master Sewing Machine Operation for Beginners

Beginner, Fundamentals, How-To, Sewing Machine

Sewing machines can be intimidating. Fortunately, after you get used to using them for a while, it becomes second nature. Here are some key pointers on sewing machine operation. Safety First Always...

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8 Essential Sewing Machine Basics for Beginners

Beginner, Fundamentals, How-To, Sewing Machine

For those of us who have been sewing for a while, using a sewing machine is second nature. However, if you are just starting out, it can be overwhelming. Here’s an overview of sewing machine basics...

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Matching Thread to Fabric

Beginner, Fabric, Fundamentals, How-To, Tools and Notions

When sewing, matching thread is important. Usually. Honestly, for Many seams, if your machine is set correctly, the thread used won’t be seen. However, it’s always a good idea to get close enough to...

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13 Powerful Tips to Prevent Common Mistakes Beginners Make Using Patterns

Pattern Reading and Usage, Beginner, How-To

Don't make one of these common mistakes beginners make using patterns. Let me set the stage: You finally did it. You bought a stylish pants pattern, picked out gorgeous fabric, and made your first...

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Measurement of Grainline to fold of fabric - essential for proper fabric marking and cutting

3 Rules to Lay Out Patterns and Cut Fabric Confidently

Fabric, Beginner, Fabric Cutting and Marking, Fundamentals, How-To, Pattern Reading and Usage

One of the first things you have to learn to sew well is to lay out patterns and cut fabric correctly, or you won't get good results. You've probably figured this out, but you can't just go and cut...

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Pile of Sewing Patterns

How to Read Commercial Sewing Patterns

Pattern Reading and Usage, Beginner, Fundamentals, How-To

If you've found your way to this article, chances are, you want to sew clothes and you need to know how to read the pattern. I'll start by saying that there are a bunch of commercial and indy...

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What to look for when buying a Sewing Machine

What to look for when buying a Sewing Machine

Beginner, Sewing Machine, Tools and Notions

Alright, if you're going to start sewing clothes with a machine, you'll need a machine. There's a wide variety of machine on the market. Everything from $80 to $15,000. So, you definitely need to...

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5 Basic Steps and Tools Needed to Start Sewing Clothes (With a Machine)

5 Basic Steps and Tools Needed to Start Sewing Clothes (With a Machine)

Beginner, Sewing Machine, Tools and Notions

Is the following you? You want to start sewing clothes (or costumes or cosplay) for yourself, but you don't know where to start. You don't have a sewing machine. Or you have a sewing machine but...

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