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What Are The Easiest Sewing Patterns For Beginners?
If you are a beginner or have not perfected your sewing skills, it’s advisable to choose a pattern that’s not hard to follow. These simple patterns are also known as beginner sewing patterns and can help you develop your sewing skills and confidence. This is the confidence you will need in your future sewing projects—especially if you plan to start a career in sewing. Choosing beginner sewing patterns can be a challenge. However, it’s important to note that your patterns don’t need to be complicated. You can choose patterns that help you make simple things that you use every day at home. In this post, we shall discuss the easiest…
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Rotary Cutter Supplies Set
I used to sew all the time. When my youngest daughter was growing up I was always making something like a dress, pajamas, hats etc… But then she got older and she wasn’t interested in wearing hand sewn clothes anymore and the sewing machine(s) went into storage – for years. Then along came COVID 19 and everyone was breaking out their sewing machines again. Companies couldn’t produce masks fast enough so every citizen who knew how to sew seemed to spring into action, myself included. The most I used a cutting mat and rotary cutter for in the last ten years was to cut coupons – works great by the…
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Sewing Tutorial – DIY Face Mask
I am sure you have seen many mask patterns out there and everyone seems to have their favorite. This one is mine – I have tried others but keep returning to this one. Disclaimer: this face mask is not meant to replace the surgical face mask, it is a contingency plan for those who do not have access to surgical masks in the market. Proper use of a surgical mask is still the best way to prevent virus infection. But the CDC is now recommending that everyone where hand made masks when they go out – this will help stop the spread of germs by not sharing your own. Why…
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Top 7 Tips for Sewing Leather and Denim (#3 Is The Best)
Photo credit: daretodoityourself.blogspot.com There has got be a way to sew leather and denim without tearing it apart. And there is! All you have to do read these top 7 tips and the best coverstitch machine reviews. And you can get back to eyeing all kinds of leather and denim pants and jackets. Have you ever wondered about making a denim pant by yourself? If yes, this is how to quit making blunders and master the art of sewing leather and denim! 7 Tips for Sewing Leather and Denim – What You Need to Know #1 Use Clips And Tape Photo credit: sergerpepper.com Pins leave a noticeable hold in leather…
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Useful Tips on How to Sew Leather and Denim
The sewing skill is important for the purpose of realizing fashionable ideas by integrating these ideas into a textile. You can sew almost anything and that you can do either by using a sewing machine or using bare hands. Both the two sewing methods have their unique advantages and disadvantages. By employing the use of the sewing machine or just bare hands using needles and thread, you are able to fashion practical garments, trendy designs, and unique clothing. Sewing Thick Fabrics It is important to understand that if you want to sew, there are different types of fabrics available that you can choose from. Generally, some fabrics are thin while…
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All Purpose Sewing Kit for Clothing Repairs “On The Go”
This is a sponsored post by Vellostar Save an additional 50% on our Upgraded Sewing Kit. Discount applies at checkout. Valid through May 31, 2018. Click HERE to receive your discount Tired of cheaply made sewing kits & weak and flimsy threads? Then click on this offer and take control of your sewing necessities anywhere you go.
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Sewing Projects for Springtime Sewing – Books To Help Along The Way
You would think I would get a great deal more sewing done in the winter. But that isn’t the case. In the winter I have to spend alot more time caring for our horses. All chores take so much more time – water is frozen, horses are in stalls much more than in the other seasons, they eat alot more to keep warm and they don’t have access to grass. So – sewing has to wait until weather improves and I can free up some time. Well that time has finally come and I have two books to help me along my way with new projects to try. The first…
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The Health Benefits of Quilting & Sewing
Just like its sewing counterpart, quilting can be a wonderful a hobby to delve into. From crafting a beautiful quilt you could use to warm your loved ones, to weaving a comfortable, yet alluring blanket you can lie on, quilting has had a proud history of bringing people together. While quilting is a bit archaic, it is a popular pastime for anyone, and thrives even to this day. However, it’s because of this popularity that many people have started to take a closer look at the health benefits. Similar to sewing, because of its repetitive nature, quilting helps calm us down, similar to sewing. What’s more, quilting can also have…
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Best Embroidery Machines
Intricate Patterns and Designing, No More a Hassle! Today’s advanced technology has simplified our life to every extent. Earlier the tasks taking a whole day can now be finished in few minutes. Similarly, the fashion industry also turns hassle free with easy and prompt designing of the fashion products. Now the most intricate or complex designing is done through computerized embroidery machines. Earlier these are done manually fetching the toll of time and effort. The advanced sewing and cutting machines help in making those complicate designing looks so simple. These machines are equipped with high technology and advanced tools which create impeccable designs and patterns. When compared to a standard…
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What Can You Do with An Old Pair of Sweatpants and A Bunch Of Stuffed Animals?…
What Can You Do with An Old Pair of Sweatpants and A Bunch Of Stuffed Animals?… I am working on redo-ing my son’s bedroom. He has asked for a space to take photos and just an easier room to manage. Over the years we have gotten rid of many many stuffed animals – they seem to multiply faster than rabbits… But there are still some stuffed animals that each child consider special. The problem is how to store them and keep them from being under the bed, behind the bed and everywhere else. While cleaning out his room, I am also getting rid of clothing that no longer fits. I…
