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  • How to Save Money Sewing

    How to Save Money Sewing

    Sewing is one of those hobbies that has the potential to either cost a lot or it can save you money depending on how you approach it. Sewing machines, tools, fabric, and patterns can all add up. But it doesn’t have to be this way. Here are my suggestions on how you can save money…

  • Top 9 sewing mistakes beginners make

    Top 9 sewing mistakes beginners make

    Sewing mistakes beginners just wouldn’t know Once someone has learned how to set up a machine and sew a straight line, they can start to make small sewing projects. As you build on your skills, you will find different tricks and things you just didn’t know when you started. Learning to sew is a journey,…

  • Seam allowance for garment sewing

    Seam allowance for garment sewing

    What is seam allowance? Seam allowance is the amount of fabric between your stitching line and the edge of your fabric. The amount of seam allowance you need depends on your project and fabric type. If you are using a pattern, the pattern will tell you how much seam allowance is accounted for in the…

  • Learn embroidery at the Embroidery Summit!

    Learn embroidery at the Embroidery Summit!

    If you would like to learn embroidery or just get some new embroidery project ideas, come join me and about another dozen instructors at the upcoming Embroidery Summit, June 13-17th, 2022. The summit is put on by Rebecca Page Patterns. Learn embroidery or learn new stitches and projects! I will be teaching two classes, both…

  • Join me at the 2022 Sewing Summit!

    Join me at the 2022 Sewing Summit!

    Join me at the Rebecca Page Sewing Summit Jan 31- Feb 4, 2022! Hello, I want to let you know about a fun, free online event coming up soon. I will be teaching two classes at the upcoming Rebecca Page Sewing Summit. For 5 days, there are free online classes for sewing projects for different…

  • Rainbow Costume DIY

    Rainbow Costume DIY

    Make a DIY rainbow costume from braided fabric (no sewing machine) After some deliberation, my kid wanted me to make her a rainbow costume for Halloween. “This is something I can make, no problem,” I thought. I spent some time looking a different ways to make it – pool noodles, painted cardboard. But I decided…

  • DIY Cloud Tutu Halloween Costume

    DIY Cloud Tutu Halloween Costume

    Making a DIY cloud tutu from tulle This skirt is actually the bottom part of a rainbow costume – but I thought I would do a tutorial on how to make a DIY cloud tutu first, and then a separate post on the rainbow portion. I actually made this skirt from bridal hems that would…

  • Get started sewing clothes that fit

    Get started sewing clothes that fit

    Getting your measurements right is the foundation to sewing clothes that fit. Most patterns you buy will put you in a size based on three measurements: Getting a well-fitting garment starts with good measurements. Measure the bust/chest: Measure around the fullest part of the bust/chest. Make sure the tape measure is parallel to the ground…

  • How to start sewing clothes

    Things to know when you are starting your first garment sewing project How does one even know where to start with making their own clothes anyway? If you want to start sewing clothes, it’s like anything else to learn. Did you learn to ride a bike or swim or read right away? No. It does…

  • Sew a maxi dress into a skirt

    Sew a maxi dress into a skirt

    I’ve been doing a lot of “shopping in my closet” lately, and I thought I’d share my latest project where I sew a maxi dress into a skirt. Sure, shopping in the store or buying patterns is great. But in this quick beginner sewing tutorial, I’ll show you how I got a “new” skirt in…