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How to use the Rolled Hem Foot
The Rolled Hem Foot, sometimes also known as the narrow hem foot, is used to sew a very narrow hem.The foot folds the raw edge of your fabric under before it passes under the needle. For garment, home decor or any type of sewing, the rolled hem foot provides a professional looking finish. Making a Narrow HemThe Rolled Hem foot is well suited for light to medium weight fabrics.Trim down the edge of the fabric to be he

7th Jun 2016

How to use the Quarter Inch Foot
The Quarter Inch Foot is most often used for quilt piecing. The foot will help you sew and create 1/4" seam allowances.1/4" Seam Allowances are also used when sewing many small projects such as crafts, doll clothes and more.This foot has various markings on the surface to aid with pivoting at the corners.The Quarter Inch Foot is used for straight stitch sewing only and is perfect for 1/4" Seams.Accurate 1/4" Seam All

6th Jun 2016

Roll Up Accessories Case
This roll up accessories case is very versatile! It can be made to be used with sewing accessories, make-up brushes, tools, pencils, knitting needles and the list can go on! This project was sewn using the Singer Stylist 9100. This machine has a large variety if decorative stitches to spruce up any project such as this accessories case.Materials Needed:  1/2 metre cotton fabric (outer fabric)  1/2

3rd Jun 2016

How to use the Pintuck Foot
The Pintuck Foot is a special foot which is used to create raised 'tucks' in the fabric. Traditionally, this technique is used to embellish heirloom garments but today you can often see pintucks on table or bed linens and fashion items. The Pintuck Foot works in conjunction with a narrow twin needle. The best results come from lightweight fabrics such as batiste, voile, silk, and organdy.This foot has a series of eve

2nd Jun 2016

Rolled Hem with an Overlocker
Three Thread Rolled HemMost overlockers can sew a rolled hem stitch. The rolled hem stitch is sewn using either two or three threads, depending on your model - be sure check your instruction manual first. Rolled Hemming is suitable for light weight fabrics such as voile, organdy, crepe etc. Set up your machine for Rolled Hemming – check your manual. Click here to download a free copy of your Singer manual.The stitch

1st Jun 2016

How to use the Open Toe Foot
The Open Toe Foot can be used for machine applique, decorative stitching and many types of surface embellishment. The foot provides a clear view of the stitching area, and the tunnel on the underside of the foot allows dense stitches or raised trims to feed smoothly under the foot.The Open Toe Foot may be available in clear or metal, depending on your specific machine model.The Open Toe Foot can be used for many sewi

30th May 2016

How to use the Darning / Embroidery / Pogo Foot
The Darning / Embroidery / Pogo Foot can be used for free-motion quilting, thread painting, monograms, and even for repairing torn areas. This foot is one of the most versatile sewing accessories in your sewing room.The Darning / Embroidery / Pogo Foot has a small opening through which the needle passes while sewing. When the presser foot is down and the Darning / Embroidery / Pogo Foot is in use, the foot raises and

27th May 2016

How to use the Gathering Foot
The Gathering Foot is used to form soft gathers in fabric. You can gather a single layer of fabric, or you can join a gathered fabric to a second, flat fabric simultaneously.The Gathering Foot works best with softer, lightweight fabrics. For gathering light to medium fabrics, a Ruffler attachment is recommended. The existing presser foot and shank needs to be removed from the machine before attaching the Gathering Fo

27th May 2016

How to use the Button Sewing Foot
The Button Sewing Foot is used to easily attach buttons by machine. The foot securely holds the button in place, while stillproviding a clear view of the stitching area. In addition, the horseshoe-shaped rubberized grip keeps the button from slipping out of place.The Button Sewing Foot can also be used to attach ribbons, to tack trims in place and even sew on the hook and eye closures.Sewing with the Button Sewing Fo

25th May 2016

How to use the Cording Foot
The Cording Foot Snaps onto the existing shank and presser foot holder on your machine. The guide on the top of the foot has three slots in which to place cords. To load the cords into the slots on the top of the foot, simply slide the cords in from the right. Load the left cord first, then the center cord and finally the right cord. Tip: Tie the ends of the cords together with a knot in order to keep the cords from

25th May 2016

How to hand sew a slip stitch
A slip stitch is often used to sew a seam from the outside of a garment or item you are sewing. Most commonly it is used for hems when the seam should remain unseen.Step 1: Thread your hand sewing needle. Pull the thread through as much as you think you'll need for the length of the seam. A good rule of thumb is to double the length. You have have a lot of extra thread, but that is much better than not having enough

29th Apr 2016

Picnic Caddy
The perfect do it yourself gift idea for Mum this Mother's Day! This Picnic Caddy was sewn together using a Singer Talent 3323. It is fun and easy to put together. It can be used as a way to transport food in style to any event. When it is opened flat, it can serve as a table runner and when it is closed it keeps the meal covered.Shopping List: One 14" x 25" (38.1cm x 63.5cm) Inner FabricOne 12" x 42" (30.48 x 106.6

29th Apr 2016