There are a lot of sewing machine choices out there, from fancy, expensive computerized machines that can embroider large designs to basic garage sale machines with little more than forward and reverse. Where should the budget-conscious...
Bernina sewing machines are quality machines that will provide many years of sewing with proper maintenance. Most problems with the sewing machine can be fixed with a few simple adjustments. Before taking the Bernina sewing machine to a repair shop at the first sign of trouble, save money on a...
Place the wrong side of the patchwork top on top of the batting. The batting will be slightly larger than the patchwork top. Use your hands to smooth everything down. If you don’t have a spray adhesive you can use safety pins to hold everything in place. Set your sewing machine to ...
A good quality sewing machine can make the difference between really enjoying sewing, and being frustrated by it. And no one wants to be frustrated with a new hobby. Of course those decisions are hard to make if you’re just starting out—it’s hard to know how committed you are to it...
Sewing Machine (I recommend BERNINA or Bernette) Basic Sewing Tools Rotary Cutter Cutting Mat Quilt Ruler Pins supplies 1pieceFabric 6 1/2" x 6 1/2"For Center 2piecesFabric 5 1/2" x 5 1/2"For 1st Border 2piecesFabric 7 1/4" x 7 1/4"For Second Border ...
Sewing machine (with matching thread) Pins or fabric clips Iron and ironing board Take Your Measurements Waist: Measure where you want the skirt to sit on your waist. This will be the length of your elastic band as well. Length: Decide how long you want the skirt to be from the waist ...
Mathilde Blouse Sewing Pattern Free Oversized Beach Bag Sewing Pattern How to Make a Zip Bag from Old Ties DIY Travel Infinity Scarf Tutorial Oh hey! I'm Melissa! I’m also a Mom and a Maker. I am like most of you, just trying to do my best every day. Some days I succeed, many...
BERNINA Reverse Pattern Foot #1 BERNINA Narrow Straight Stitch Hemmer #62 Lightweight fabric such as a lightweight cotton (I used a lightweight seersucker) Elastic thread All-Purpose thread Scissors Pins How to Set-Up Your Machine for Shirring with Elastic ...
To correct the problem, I needed to sew a small seam on either side of the original seam. If you’ve ever sewn with a non-stick foot then you know how easy this was. It took me just a few seconds. Pop on the new foot, line up the seam, stitch, and cut the thread. ...
Denim seams can be difficult to sew, so they often get forgotten when upcycling. It’s hard for the average sewing machine to sew through thick denim. Even my solid steel Bernina sewing machine can’t cope sometimes. That is why I have designed a no-sew DIY for these upcycled denim coas...