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
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
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
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
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
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
Sew up this simple case to carry your notepad, Ipad, e-reader or tablet in style. This fun project would also make the perfect gift for Mum for Mother's day!Shopping List:
One fat quarter quilting cotton for exterior of pouchOne fat quarter quilting cotton for interior of pouchAll-purpose thread for construction2½” of ½” wide hook-and-loop tape (Velcro®)Lightweight interfacing (Pellon® Shape Flex)Fusible FleeceDisap
1st Apr 2016
This is only a guide, this may vary depending on what model of overlocker you have. Each overlocker comes with a diagram on how to thread the machine.Ensure that your machine is not plugged in to a power source before beginning.For a 4-thread overlocker machine, you will have the upper looper thread, the lower looper and 2 needle threads.For a 3-thread machine you will have an upper looper, lower looper and a single
11th Mar 2016
Let your imagination run wild with your choice of fabrics, to create your own unique style of tote bag. Mandy Murray from Blessington has put her own personal style on this simple tote bag.Materials Needed:
1 yard fabric for outside of tote & handles1 yard fabric for lining1 yard firm fusible interfacing⅝ yard of 1⅜" to 1½" wide ribbonAll-purpose sewing threadWashable basting tapeOne 3½" x 14½" piece firm cardboard
3rd Mar 2016
Ensure that the power is switched off.Raise the needle to the highest point by turning the hand wheel slowly towards you.Raise the presser foot.Hold the needle thread.Turn the hand wheel slowly towards you to lower and raise the needle.Gently pull the needle thread to pull up the bobbin thread.Open the loopPull both threads towards the back of the machine.
21st Feb 2016
To create texture in your projects, try free-motion sewing.To set up free motion sewing, cover (or lower) the feed dogs with the Darning Plate from the accessory compartment. Remove the presser foot and shank, then attach the Darning/Embroidery Foot. Select a straight stitch and begin making circular motions on the fabric until it is completely filled in. Do not worry if the stitches are not uniform. Cross the thread
18th Feb 2016
Get ready for Autumn with this gorgeous Owl Applique. Follow the instructions to add an embellishment to a hoodie, or simply use a t-shirt or even a denim jacket. You'll have a hoot making it! Shopping List:
Purchased Hoodie SweatshirtThreadFabricAqua Magic StabiliserFusible WebScissorsPinsWater-soluble Fabric MarkerAssorted Fabric ScrapsApplique Pressing SheetFabric Spray AdhesiveSatin FootDarning / Embroid
18th Feb 2016