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Beginners Sewing Patterns

Post author By Jen Skedd
Post date January 19, 2017

Beginners Sewing Patterns

Beginners sewing patterns may not be the most glamorous or fashion-forward designs. But when you’re just starting out on your sewing journey, it’s easy to get carried away with your ambitions and take on too much. Perhaps you aspire to design Oscar-red-carpet worthy frocks for A-list celebs. Just take a look at the gorgeous outfits worn by Emma Stone on the Golden Globes La-La-Land tour. But Prada and Gucci gowns such as these are highly-technical feats of textile engineering requiring the very best of precision cutting and sewing techniques. My advice is to take a Beginners Sewing Course to learn the correct techniques. Concentrate on learning foundation sewing techniques and doing them well. Then building up your skills by making simple shaped garments in easy-to-handle fabrics. Gradually, you’ll increase your repertoire until you can take on the more advanced projects.

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How to Make a Christmas Rag Wreath

Post author By Jen Skedd
Post date November 29, 2016

Making a Christmas Rag Wreath

Make a Christmas Rag Wreath to add a personal touch to your festive decorations. It can be made from fabric leftovers – just whatever you’ve got lying around. Also, it’s really easy so it’s a great craft project for children.

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Sewing Equipment – to have or have not? What Sewing Equipment do I need to buy?

Post author By Jen Skedd
Post date October 7, 2016
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What sewing equipment do I need to buy?

When it comes to sewing equipment, your sewing drawer could look just like your kitchen; full of ‘essential’ gadgets that may be your best friend, or may lie there gathering dust never to see the light of day.

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Singer Overlocker 14SH754 Review

Post author By Jen Skedd
Post date October 7, 2016
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Singer Overlocker 14SH754 Review

I recently bought a Singer Overlocker 14SH754 so I here’s a review. If you want to sew jersey fabric, then you can’t beat an overlocker. I’ve been an overlocker user for over 30 years, (25 of those have been using my faithful old Pfaff). Overlockers used to cost around £400 for the most basic models, with more advanced, robust machines costing £500-£2000. Therefore I was sceptical when I got a tip-off (thanks, Ann!) that Lidl would be selling the Singer Overlocker 14SH754 for £129. I immediately did as I usually do to check out gadgets and looked up prices and reviews online.

*Before you read on any further, please skip to the bottom to read the update August 2018*

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Learning to Sew: Read these 5 Top Tips!

Post author By Jen Skedd
Post date September 12, 2016

Learning to Sew: Read these 5 Top Tips

If you’ve just started learning to sew, read these 5 top tips to help.

Sewing can seem daunting to a novice. There is just so much to know. Well, here are a few tips to make learning to sew easier:

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Singer Tradition 2282 Sewing Machine Review

Post author By Jen Skedd
Post date August 15, 2016

Singer Tradition 2282 Sewing Machine Review

The Singer Tradition 2282 sewing machine is often available from Lidl for £79.99. It may be a suitable option if you’re just learning to sew and are looking for a machine.

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A Guide to Basic Machine Stitches and Sewing Techniques

Post author By Jen Skedd
Post date August 8, 2016

A guide to basic machine stitches and sewing techniques.

Modern sewing machines (made in the last 30 years or so) will produce a variety of basic machine stitches including straight stitches, zig-zag and other utility stitches. If you learn what these stitch types are used for, it’ll make your sewing easier and more enjoyable.

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Interfacing Types and Uses

Post author By Jen Skedd
Post date August 2, 2016

Interfacing Types and Uses

Interfacing is another fabric layer that is applied to areas of a garment to shape, strengthen and support the main fabric. It is used on waistbands, collars, cuffs, and shirts plackets. It is normally applied to the facing rather than to the main garment piece.