The earlierst patterns date back to 1860. William Jennings Demorest and Ellen Curtis Demorest began the home sewing pattern industry in 1860 by holding fashion shows in their homes and selling the patterns....
There are many views on how to clean and maintain quilts and fabrics. The best rule of thumb: If you are unsure how to clean your quilt or fabric is to research and ask until you are completely comfortable...
What is Tatting? The French call it frivolité; for the Italians it’s occhi; to the Danish it’s orkis; in English it’s tatting, but no matter what the language, it’s still a fun way to make lace. Just what is...
During the period between 1900-1930, crochet was a popular pastime. For many women, it was more than just a hobby; it was an economical means to create linens, dainty laces for their lingerie, yokes for their...
As I am sure you know, there are zillions of kinds of fashion fabrics out there. In this guide, I am just going to focus on fashion knits, which is where I concentrate my research and buying for our store,...
I can't imagine having a garden without lavender growing somewhere--preferably close to the kitchen door so I can smell that beautiful fragrance! Gathering stalks of flowering lavender and tying into bunches...
Felting is a method of shrinking a knit or crocheted fabric. It is produced by matting wool fibers and compressing them. When natural wool fibers are lubricated by warm soapy water, the friction causes...
A ribbon is a thin band of flexible material, typically cloth but also plastic or sometimes metal, used primarily for binding and tying. Cloth/Satin Cloth ribbons, which most commonly includes silk, are...
The Top 10 Sewing Books Learn which sewing books would make a very appreciated gift and perfect addition to any sewing library here! 1. Vogue Sewing: Revised and Updated by Vogue Knitting Magazine The...
Piecing Pearls to Quilt by! When you start quilting: Read through the entire pattern first! I can’t tell you how important this step is when tackling a new pattern. If you don’t understand the pattern...