When Should You Go to Urgent Care?Time is important when you have a wound that needs stitches. The best time to close a wound is in the first 6 hours. After 6 hours, the risk of infection goes up and the wound may need to be left open. Some wounds need urgent care even if they...
Adjusting the thread tension on a sewing machine will ensure even and balanced stitches.Look for the tension dial.It is usually pre-set to 3, a middle value. Smaller numbers mean lower tension and higher numbers will increase the tension. If the upper thread is too loose, it will cause lo...
I stitch my binding first on the BACK side and then machine-topstitch it on the front side. That way any imperfect stitches don't show. I have tried the other way around, using machine before, and you can find a quick how-to at the bottom of this post. How to Sew A Quilt Binding...
Tags are neatly sewn into the seam with uniform stitches. On new coats, a hang tag is attached with a cotton string that must be cut off. If you can pull it off easily, or it’s attached with plastic, taking a closer look to determine the coat’s authenticity may be in order. Butt...
Don't be afraid to pivot if something isn't working: Use audience feedback and analytics to make data-driven decisions. Maybe your series needs a new angle, or perhaps it's time to wrap it up and start something new. Be flexible and willing to adapt. ...
Your shins will usually push the bar to your mid-foot if it was too close. This puts you in a stronger position to pull. But again, it’s better to setup with your mid-foot under the bar rather than moving the bar there later. The more consistent your setup, the more consistent you...
If you’re looking for a beginner friendly, easy knit sweater cardigan pattern, you’ve come to the right place!This sweater is knit flat and it uses the easiest knit stitches only. It’s also become one of the most popular patterns on the blog. ...
Double threading your needle will make a stronger seam, but choose single threaded if you want the stitches to be almost invisible. I'm also using purple thread, though typically you will use thread to match your fabric so it blends in. :) ...
For instance, stitches should be neat and even, with no pulling or puckering. Hems and sleeves should be even. It shouldn’t be possible to tell, from the outside, that the garment has been altered at all.Extra Petite, a style blog for petite women, offers a detailed guide to discernin...
On the other hand, Blake stitching, another common dress shoe construction method, stitches the outer sole directly to the insole and upper, allowing for a close-cut sole profile. Blake-Stitched Beckett Simonon Boots The result is a sleeker, more contoured design that’s lightweight and flexibl...