Sewing Society
One of the first sewing skills you need to learn is how to do a straight stitch. If you’ve never used a sewing machine before, this can be a little …
How to Do a Straight Stitch: A Guide for the Absolute Beginner Read More
When you’re ready to start a sewing project, it’s super important that you don’t just throw your pattern pieces onto your fabric wherever they’ll fit and start cutting. This haphazard …
A Beginner’s Guide to Laying Out Pattern Pieces Read More
If you want to use a sewing pattern, you need to learn what all the pattern symbols mean. Luckily, sewing pattern symbols are universal (for the most part). So, once …
Sewing Pattern Symbols Explained Read More
Sewing patterns sometimes tell you to clip curves and corners. This simply means that you need to cut little slits or notches into your seam allowance so that your fabric …
What Does ‘Clip Curves’ Mean in Sewing? Read More
What is the one item you need for every sewing project? > > > FABRIC! The fabric you choose makes a huge difference in how your finished project turns out. …
5 Fabric Terms You Need to Know Read More
Gathers are so pretty! I think they make any dress or blouse look dressy and feminine. If you want to sew clothes, you need to learn how to sew gathers. …
A Guide to Gathering Fabric Read More
Rayon is a cellulose fiber once known as “artificial silk.” It has a silky look, soft hand, and beautiful drape. Rayon fabrics make lovely dresses, lingerie, and blouses. I used …
Tips for Sewing Rayon Spandex Jersey Read More
If you’ve never used a sewing machine before, the first thing you need to learn is all the parts and their functions. That’s what this post is all about — …
Anatomy of a Sewing Machine Read More