Sewing Is Awesome

Introduction A hobby can be defined as ‘an activity or interest pursued pleasure or relaxation and not as a main occupation’. Nowadays, too many people are so focused on their work schedule that they neglect their downtime and don’t take full advantage of it.  Working too much can be stressful, leading to a number of different health […]

Leather is often a material that people avoid using in their home sewing projects. There is a common misconception that sewing leather is incredibly difficult to do which is why so many people avoid using it. But leather is a great material to introduce to lots of different things that you can sew so it […]

You can use an embroidery program on your computer to design your own authentic embroidery pattern. You can also turn your favorite drawings or photos into patterns to make your products completely unique. Programs Adobe products tend to be favored by many graphic designers. Once you get to grips with the working of the programs […]

Removing embroidery at any time can be a time-consuming tedious job, especially if you have never done it before. You have to be super careful that you remove the embroidery gently, to ensure that it does not cause damage to the garment itself and to ensure that it is removed adequately. This task is made […]

Painting on fabric is such a fun and creative way to spruce up your old clothing or pillows. If you have an eye for fashion or enjoy being artistic, it can be such a fantastic hobby and creative outlet. After you have finished painting the fabric, you may be worried about the paint smudging or […]

There are many benefits to a mechanical sewing machine. A mechanical sewing machine is a great choice for those who don’t want to get confused by computerized functions, or for those just getting started with sewing. Often mechanical sewing machines are cheaper than the computerized equivalents which come with all the bells and whistles that […]

T pins are an incredibly versatile and useful type of pin. They have been used for many years across lots of different professions.  They are made of one long piece of steel. This has a long, straight, and pointed end like a pin. The other end of the metal has been folded back on itself […]

Introduction: In Stitches In an age where fast fashion is the norm, one may not find much of a need for sewing. We are past the days where sewing was an essential skill learned at school, a skill necessary for people to have garments to wear.  Of course, for many, fast fashion is not the […]

A seam ripper is an essential part of a sewer’s sewing kit. This little tool will help you to repair and fix your stitching mistakes, as well as remove any unwanted thread from your fabric. The right seam ripper will not only do a quick and efficient job, but will also last you for many […]

With crafting sales going through the roof this year thanks to the global pandemic, many people are taking up embroidery. Embroidery is a craft that has been around for hundreds of years and is usually associated with upper class women who would embroider clothes and tokens in their spare time.  Like most things, embroidery has […]