So Sew Easy shares the top 5 mistakes to avoid when cutting fabric. Many aspiring sewers become afraid or unmotivated because the project didn’t turn out the way they wanted. A big pile of unfinished garments is a dead give away! Our brain is trained to look for inconsistencies and it is how we judge beauty….
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Top 10 Sewing Tips in 2015!
The Top 10 popular sewing tips and product reviews shared here in 2015! If you are a sewing enthusiast the tips were complied for your reference. Click on the photos below to get the link of the tip you’re interested in viewing. Save or pin this for later! Here’s a special thank you to Debbie at So Sew Easy for her frequent contribution and…
Top 5 Sewing Projects in 2015
Hello Handbag Junkies! I had a few creative challenges this year, but there were some fun and unique projects that emerged. Here are the Top 5 sewing projects viewed in 2015 that were definitely a Hit! Click on the photo to find out more about the ones you may have missed in the series “Hit or Miss – Fab or Drab.” Which one was your…
Top 5 Handbag Sewing Tutorials
If you’re looking for some sewing inspiration or just some quick and easy DIY handbag ideas, take a look at the Top 5 Favorite Sewing Tutorials viewed here during 2015! Click on the photos below to view the tutorial or pin this for later! There are more tutorials under the “DIY Ideas” menu tab at the top of the page. Expect to see more free tutorials…
Brother XR9500PRW Sewing Machine Review Update
The holiday is approaching and I know some of you are looking to buy a new sewing machine. Nearly two years ago I purchased the Brother XR9500PRW Limited Edition Project Runway Sewing Machine and now I can give you an update on my purchase. I spent hours comparing the features and details of some of the Brother sewing…
Tutorial – Quilted Trifold Three Zipper Pouch
The quilted trifold three zipper pouch can be used to organize whatever you want. Great for those who love to quilt or you can use pre-quilted “double faced quilted” cotton fabric. The vinyl pockets allows you to view the contents and are easily cleaned with a cloth. The tutorial will take you through the steps to create this…
Sewing Tips: Top 5 Favorite Sewing Tips
I’ve compiled the Top 5 Favorite Sewing Tips viewed over the past two years. Check out the list, save or pin for later! #1) Brother sewing machine review.. Two years later and it’s still running like new by LaCartera. #2) Make your own gathered front top.. Free Sewing Pattern and Video Tutorial by So-Sew-Easy. …
Hit or Miss? Fab or Drab?
What do you think? Is this a Hit or Miss? Fab or Drab? I started making this skirt last night! I still need to add the elastic to the waistband and hem the skirt, but I wanted to share what I’ve done so far. I haven’t made any clothing for myself in nearly three years!…
Sewing Tip- Tutorial: Make a non-slip Sewing Machine Foot Pedal Pad
So Sew Easy shares a quick tutorial: Place your foot pedal where you want it to go, more confident now that it’s going to stay in place better than it did before. Your back will thank you! Read more… Is there a product, or a special technique that you love? Submit your sewing tip here for a featured spot!…
DIY Pinecone Wreath
I fell in love with a white pinecone wreath that cost more than I wanted to spend….So I decided to upcycle a wreath I found last year on sale along with the pinecones that I normally use to decorate my Christmas tree. I cut and shaved half of the pinecones with garden pruning shears then hot…
Sewing Tip- How to Design a Sewing Pattern
Here are some great tips on how to design a sewing pattern! So Sew Easy shares how she develops a pattern from the early stages of the idea through to pattern development, testing, and the production of the samples. “When I look at it like this, including the time taken and all of the materials used in the process, it’s a…
Sewing Tip- Make your own gathered front Top
This is the first sewing tip post of the New Year, and you’re in for a fabulous treat! So Sew Easy teaches you how to make a gathered front top for yoga class, or everyday wear, using stretch fabric. Included is a video tutorial for beginners and a FREE pattern download! Learn how to mange knit stretch fabric, sew the perfect neck line, arm holes and princess…
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