Do you know why there’s a red ball on one end of the seam ripper? I can only remember using the seam ripper properly once! Usually I pick the seam completely apart, or I remove some of the seams and then I pull the rest of the seam apart with force when I’m frustrated. A friend posted this…
Category: Helpful Sewing Tips
Sewing techniques and products I’ve found helpful. I hope these tips will save you time and frustration along the way. If you have a sewing tip or product review go to the “Submit Sewing Tip Page.”
Sewing Tip – Serger Cover Tutorial
Sew So Easy shows us how to sew your own cover for the Brother 1034d serger. Quick and simple project, make it lined or unlined. Add your own design elements and decoration. Use the tutorial or join Craftsy to download the FREE pattern. Read more… Do you have a favorite sewing product, or a special technique that you love? Submit your sewing…
Sewing Tip- Ironing your Project
Stephanies Stuff say’s that she is a firm believer of ironing your work as you go. It makes a good item look professional. Here’s a look at her quilt she made for her nephew. “He’s the only one so it was pretty important for me to make it look its best. There’s not any hint of ironing in the post, but…
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Submit your sewing tips to me for a featured blog post spot. It’s quick and easy, just click here and submit your tip, or tutorial. Happy Sewing!
Sewing Tip- Dritz Thermal Thimbles
So Sew Easy shares why these small tools make sewing quicker, easier, and help you get better results. Whenever you want to press small seams, or press details, straps for bags, small folds etc., your fingers are right there just waiting to be blasted with steam and scorched. That’s where Dritz Thermal Thimbles come to the rescue. Read more……
Sewing Tip-Easy way to turn a tube of fabric right side out
Turning a tube the right side out again once you had stitched the tube is pretty hard and it can get frustrating! It just all bunches up and gets too thick to turn. So Sew Easy shows you an easy way to get the job done. Read more here…. Do you have a favorite sewing product,…
Pinterest Review: Sharpening your scissors with aluminum foil.
This is a crafty idea! Who knew that you could sharpen your scissors with aluminum foil?
Sewing Tip- Tutorial on how to sew a recessed zipper on a bag
So Sew Easy shares a tutorial on how to sew a recessed zipper on a bag. You can pretty much add this to the top of any bag which has a lining, so even if the pattern doesn’t call for it, you can split the lining and add in the recessed zipper. Just remember to place any inside…
Sewing Tip-Halloween Tote Bag Tutorial
Here’s a great sewing tip and easy tutorial from The Seaman Mom. This is a simple lined tote bag with a boxed bottom, easy to complete in just 30-45 minutes at a pretty low cost. I’ve made a toddler size but this can easily be adjusted for an adult size too. The tote is great for carrying around…
Sewing Tip-How to sew a Lettuce Edge Hem
Do you hate hemming thinner knit fabrics? Is it because it has a tendency to curl on the edges? So Sew Easy shows you an easy and pretty way to finish your garment! This hem is typically seen on little girls clothes, but often in women’s clothing too! These curly-wurly hemlines looks pretty on casual and maxi dresses, and it’s practical too. …
Sewing Photo Journal!
From concept design, to sewing a prototype… The Yoga mat bags have finally emerged! A sewing photo journal of the finished yoga bags! I have a couple more yoga bags that are ready for assembly, before I use my hand-painted fabric. Stay tuned there’s more to come from LaCartera !
Sewing Tip- Make your own piping!
Are you tired of buying piping? Have you ever thought about making your own piping for your sewing projects? So Sew Easy saves the day and shares the how to… Piping can be made ahead of time and stored, just the same way you make bias tape from fabric left-overs and save it for the perfect…
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