50+ Simple, Fun & Free Beginner Sewing Projects
I am frequently asked what the best sewing projects for someone who is learning how to sew are. I’ve spent a lot of time going through my archives and visiting the websites of some of my favorite...
View ArticleHow to Make a Simple Zipper Pouch
Learn how to make a lined zippered pouch with this simple tutorial. Zip pouches are one of my favorite things to sew! It’s so easy, you’ll find yourself stitching them up over and over again! Some of...
View ArticleThread Weights Used In Machine Quilting Explained
It’s time for our next Sewing Lesson! This week we are talking about thread! This lesson will cover the pros and cons of different threads and thread weights for your sewing and quilting projects. Even...
View ArticleHow to Sew with Minky Fabric: Easy Tips for a Beginner
If you are a beginner sewist or quilter, sewing with minky can seem intimidating at first. Here are some simple sewing tips for sewing and quilting with minky fabrics. I love minky fabric; I know that...
View ArticleSewing Machine Needles Explained & Printable Chart
Have you ever wondered what all those colors and numbers on sewing machine needles are for? Do you struggle to decide which needle is the best choice for your current project? Today I’m excited to...
View ArticleHow to Sew with Knit Fabrics; A Reference Guide
Learn how to sew with knit fabrics. This post is broken down into several sections, including picking knit fabrics, knit fabric project ideas, and knit fabrics sewing techniques. I hope as you read...
View ArticleLearn How to Sew a Zipper Pouch with a Flat Bottom
This free zipper pouch pattern with a flat bottom (sometimes referred to as a gusset), is a part of my “learn to sew series.” A series of simple sewing projects aimed at helping you learn how to sew or...
View ArticleOur Best Tips for Cleaning Your Sewing Machine
Sewing machine maintenance is really important, not just to keep your machine running smoothly but to help avoid issues with your sewing projects too. In this article, we’ll provide you with a simple...
View ArticleSewing Machine Feet for Quilt Piecing
Did you know that there are sewing machine feet created just for piecing a quilt? These feet can help you achieve more accurate quarter-inch seams, which are the key to precise quilt blocks. Today, I’m...
View ArticleFour Ways to Finish the Edge of a Pillow
You’ve created your pillow front, but now, what do you do? How do you turn the fabric into a quilted pillow cover? Today, we will walk you through four different ways to finish or bind the edge of your...
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