Simple tutorials and beginner-friendly tips to help you learn essential sewing skills, fix common issues, and build confidence at your machine.
When a sewing machine has problems, they often come with an odd or peculiar sound coming from the machine. Sewing machine noise issues are often brought on by faulty components that need to be changed, operator mistake, or improper system maintenance. Always consult the owner’s handbook for precise information on …
Keeping your Bernina sewing machine properly oiled is one of the simplest ways to extend its life and keep it running smoothly. This guide is designed specifically for the Bernina 4, 5, and 7 Series – the models with the large black bobbin case and bobbins. Bernina has introduced an …
Wondering how to tie off your threads and knot them to keep them from unravelling? The majority of the time, you’ll want to do a back stitch, which is a couple of stitches forward and a couple of stitches back at the beginning and end of each row of stitching. …
When you first start sewing, stitch length is usually something that is overlooked. Whether the thread length is pre-programmed in a digital machine or is set via the dial on a mechanical machine, most people will just start sewing with the default stitch length. This is actually not a problem, …
Starting to sew? Here’s a list of the best sewing books every beginner should read to learn the basic sewing techniques.There are countless great books out there for new sewists, and we’ve gathered some of our favorites to help you get started. If you’re looking for more advanced guides, we’ve …
Podcast are becoming more and more popular everyday and nowadays you can pretty much find a podcast that cover any topic, so of course there are sewing podcasts as well. I’ve started to listen to more and more podcasts as well, as I feel like a good sewing podcast really …
Looking for the perfect gift for someone who loves to sew? Whether it’s for a birthday, Christmas, or any special occasion, we’ve rounded up the best sewing gifts every sewist will appreciate. From practical tools and stylish accessories to inspiring books and creative kits, these ideas are sure to delight …
Basic of an Overlocker Sewing Machine As a professional, you can agree that it is almost impossible to sew fabrics neatly without using an overlocker. An overlocker is an extremely versatile machine that sews using 3, 4, or even 5 threads at a go to neaten edges and cut off …