Learn how to do seed stitch embroidery. Embroidery stitches have such wonderful, picturesque names. Seed stitch, also known as rice stitch, is very aptly named. This stitch, when completed in a group, looks just as if a farmer had scattered some seed over your embroidery and you have captured the design in colored threads. PinSeed … Read more
Learn how to embroider the feather stitch with this simple tutorial. Feather stitch (or featherstitch) just curls across the fabric and lightly gives your design a soft feathery texture. ‘As light as a feather’ is a great description to add to this delicate and soft stitch. Feather stitch is a form of chain stitch and … Read more
Learn how to sew elastic. Sewing elastic in an elastic waistband, neck, or wrists is a really quick and easy way to make simple garments. You can use sewing elastic by either attaching the elastic to the edge or creating a casing and threading it through. Gentle gathers are better suited to the attachment method … Read more
Learn how to sew lingerie elastic. Lingerie, or picot elastic, has a fancy looped edge at the top. This makes it attractive and functional for holding up petticoats and panties. If you are brave enough to make a bra you can use picot elastic there too. This tutorial will show you some simple techniques for … Read more
Learn how to sew fold over elastic. Fold over elastic (also called FOE) comes in almost every color and pattern imaginable. It is a fun way to add contrast to your leotards, swimwear, and knit fabric projects and doesn’t take long to apply. Sewing elastic of the fold over type, will add fun and sparkle … Read more
If you are a beginner then probably the most daunting part of learning how to make your own leotard is sewing elastic in the legs, arms and neck. Never fear! It is actually quite easy to learn how to sew elastic in leotards And once you have done it a couple of times you will … Read more
Sierra Jumpsuit by Papercut Patterns in FS SILVER LILAC Lightweight Linen Tell us a bit about yourself and what you do. My name is Mel and I’m 33. At the moment, I’m on maternity leave with my son, but before this, I was working as a pharmacist. When I’m not working or being a mum, … Read more
Back to school! Those words are music to your ears if you have school-going children. A pencil case is a very important piece of equipment in every school bag. Added to that, one of the most important skills you can teach your child for success at school is a personal organization. This tutorial will show … Read more
Learn all about the types of zipper and how to measure zippers. When you are learning to sew, sewing zippers can be a little daunting but with my 4 part zipper tutorial series you will gain confidence and skills in no time. So let’s start with breaking down the different types of zipper. PinTypes of … Read more
Learn all about potato printing! Potatoes rise to the occasion as a wonderful tool to use for enhancing fabrics and paper. Instead of eating this champion food you can cut and create beautiful stamps to decorate all kinds of projects. Simply halve the potato and cut out a design rather like a stencil or stamp. … Read more