Those home machines that some sellers are claiming are NOT industrial strength! Many old all metal machines, found mostly at the Goodwill, for a few dollars, are being labeled industrial strength because they...
Welcome to my Tips and Tricks for Sewing Doll Clothes 101 class. I'm hopeful that once you read through the following, you will have learned something new in regards to sewing for dolls of any size. This is...
How To be successful buying a Sewing or Embroidery Machine 1st consider the Brand. The European Manufactured machines are the best quality. For a sewer or embroiderer, you will spend more time...
Collecting these beautiful pieces of fashion sewing history can be a wonderful joy but there are a few cautions to take. First and foremost, always buy from sellers who check each pattern they list!Don't be...
Tips on Mixing Fabric Patterns Chazz's Restoration Fabrics Trims A fabulous designer fabric is often the starting point of great interior design. Many people are good at mixing one pattern with a solid,...
Bernina sewing machines, manufactured in Switzerland, are under strict regulation by the company. To purchase one, you either have to go directly to a Bernina dealer or get lucky enough to find someone selling...
GETTING STARTED IN QUILT MAKING Quilt making is one of the most practical of the needle arts and I think one of the most beautiful. Simply put quilting is just sewing toghether three layers, top, filler...
So you wear a Size 12? You are comfortable buying a Size 12 anywhere and feel that it will fit. You purchase size 12 patterns at your local fabric store. Buying Vintage Sewing Patterns is a much different...
Are you considering listing an antique or vintage sewing machine with or without the cabinet? Did you find a treadle or electric sewing machine at a yard sale, or did a friend or family member ask you to sell...
The purpose of this guide is to provide some practical and effective things to do when your sewing machine stopped working. You will be AMAZED at how often sewing machines arrives at the sewing shop when...