Typical collars and cuffs are encased therefore making them harder to trace the seam with the seam allowance included. Follow the steps below on how to make the job easier!Baking/tissue paperClothing with collar or cuffPattern Making RulersPencilScissorsSteps:Identify where your collar, stand or cuff seams are on your garment.Using Backing paper or tissue paper, place over the top of your garment.Using your Pencil tr
15th Mar 2019
Download the sewing practice sheets, without any thread in your machine follow the lines to practice your sewing skills and control of the machine. Recommended for beginner sewers and children.Download Practice Sheet
13th Mar 2019
Pattern drafting is a term that often 'scares' dressmakers, who then shy away from it. Here is a quick and easy way to introduce you to pattern drafting which allows you to build confidence and skill.You will needButches paperClothingPattern Making RulersPencilScissorsSteps:Using your existing clothes, turn them inside out in order to include the seam allowanceUsing a pen and ruler, draw a straight line down to one s
7th Mar 2019
These foam blocks are covered with colourful fabrics, and each also features a single square with an appliqued letter or number.Your little one will have fun playing with these soft and “quiet” toys! Make them in any size you like – the blocks shown are 4” (10cm) square.Shopping List:Everything you need to complete this project in one place. Use this convenient checklist to ensure you have all the required materials
26th Feb 2019
The Sewaholic Lonsdale dress is a halter-style summer dress featuring a self-lined bodice and flared skirt with front pockets and a knotted neckline with adjustable shoulder straps that tie in a bow at the back. I first made it in a Joel Dewberry print in 2014 with a little furry help.I was really happy with it and I always intended to make a second version but like the magpie sewist that I am I was immediately distr
26th Feb 2019
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!Disclaimer: Shirring with elastic thread is not really recommended for high-end machines as it can affect the bobbin area tensions. This is because the elastic is thicker than regular thread. The below tutorial was sewn using a Talent 3223. If y
1st Feb 2019
If you read my last blog post you would know that during September and October I was making reversible beanies in my spare time to donate to a local Cancer Treatment Clinic. At the time of my last blog I had completed 56 beanies, I was only a month into my making and by the end of October, I had completed 211 reversible beanies. Patterns for Pirates Slouchy Beanie (made reversible) = 44MW patterns Criss Cross Beanie
15th Jan 2019
This passport holder is one of the quickest projects you can make! It’s made using cork fabric, which means fabric edges won’t fray, nor will they need seam finishing. There’s a place for your passport, as well as pockets for any other smaller documents you might want to keep handy.So stitch one up before your next travelling adventure!Shopping List:Everything you need to complete this project in one place. Use th
11th Jan 2019
Create a colourful Christmas tree skirt and add some extra pizzazz to your Christmas tree.Shopping list
Sewing machine1m Cotton fabric2x contrasting fabric, 20cm each Walking foot Coordinating threadScissorsIronSafety pinsWaddingBacking fabric, Woven cotton 2m (fabric will be required for pattern piece 1 as well)Binding tool (optional) or Bias Binding (7.5m)PreparationUse pattern pieces 1-5 for the main si
20th Dec 2018
Bias binding in sewing is when the edges of the fabric are enclosed by the bias which gives the project a neat finish.Supplies Fabric strips cut on biasBias tape tool, 6mm, 13mm or 25mmIron Fold the fabric diagonally so that one selvedge is at a right angle to the other selvedge. Press along the fold - the direction of the fabric grain at the fold is the bias grain, Cut along the pressed line. Set aside the triangle
19th Dec 2018
After attending conventions for the past 10 years there is still one thing I have trouble with, planning travel alongside cosplay. I always seem to be making big extravagant pieces that I somehow have to squeeze into the back of my car to get them everywhere. This time, however, I had the challenge to pick a costume to make that I could both fit into luggage to fly interstate and have completed in a very short amount
19th Dec 2018
This pillow features appliques in the shape of ornaments, and the appliques feature various sewing techniques. The "ornament fabrics" are first embellished, then the appliques are stitched to the main project fabric using a satin stitch. These appliques can be used not only on a pillow but on a table runner, tree skirt, placemats and more.Read on for tips and hints on creating these fun embellishments for your holida
5th Dec 2018