Seams
A seam is a basic element in all garment construction. It is created by stitching two pieces of fabric together, […]
Types of hems
Hems Double folded hem Machine top-stitch Hand finished Overlocked Rolled hem- overlocker Faced hem Glued hem Machine blind hem Lace […]
Overlocking Basics
How to change the thread: Cut each thread and remove the cone. Tie new thread onto each thread in the […]
Singer Needles
What does the colour mean? Needle style colour Red is for woven fabrics (2020) Yellow is for Knitted fabrics (2045) […]
How to feed fabric through your machine correctly.
When sewing, make sure you are not tugging or holding firmly to your fabric in front in any way. This […]
Drafting your own patterns- Part 3 (Darts)
Darts are necessary when sewing to add shape to a garment, typically around the bust and back area. You will […]
Drafting your own patterns- Part 2 (Collars and Cuffs)
Typical collars and cuffs are encased therefore making them harder to trace the seam with the seam allowance included. Follow […]
Sewing Practice Sheets
Download the sewing practice sheets, without any thread in your machine follow the lines to practice your sewing skills and […]
Drafting your own patterns- Part 1
Pattern drafting is a term that often ‘scares’ dressmakers, who then shy away from it. Here is a quick and […]
Shirring with a sewing machine
Do you want to add shirring to a project you are doing? Does the pattern you are using requires shirring and you don’t know how to do this? This is the right tutorial for you!
How to make Bias Binding with a Bias tool
Bias binding in sewing is when the edges of the fabric are enclosed by the bias which gives the project […]
How to Insert an Invisible Zipper
The Invisible Zipper Foot can be used for inserting an invisible zipper into a seam, creating a hidden seam. On […]
How To Raise Your Feed Dogs
An easy guide on how to raise the feed dogs to resume normal sewing.
How to Sew, Striped, Plaid and Print Fabrics
Plaids, stripes, and prints are strong visual patterns, so it is important to match them at prominent seams. If you […]
How To Sew Napped Fabrics
Nap refers to the raised fibers on the surface of a fabric. These fibers naturally run one direction or the […]
Pressing Pointers
Careful and frequent Pressing is the key to great-looking garments. Pressing is not the same process as ironing. When pressing, […]
How to Hem, using different methods
When your hems have been prepared, you are ready to stitch the hem in place. There are several ways in […]
How to Mark and Prepare hems
You can stitch hems by machine or by hand. Some hems should be invisible on the right side of the […]
How to attach trims
Decorative trims give your garments style and provide a way to add your own personal touch. Some trims – like […]
How to Sew Sheer and Lace Fabrics
Sheer fabrics can be a challenge to sew. They are transparent, somewhat fragile, and have a tendency to creep. They […]
How to Sew Ruffles
A ruffle is a strip of fabric that is gathered along one edge and attached to a flat piece of […]
How to Make Bias Binding
Bias binding encloses fabric edges for a neat, often decorative finish. Because of the bias direction, the binding wraps around curves without puckering.