As far as I knew, quilting was piecing bits of fabric together into a blanket but I now understand that that is only one aspect of quilting…
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Sewing a mitred corner with bias tape is a super handy technique to have in your sewing arsenal as it gives a beautiful professional finish and it’s not as hard as you think.
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It’s not always possible to find the perfect zip length. Well all is not lost! Don’t let it compromise your project. If in doubt, buy a longer zip than needed as you can always shorten it.. And here’s how...
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What do you ask when you’re only starting to sew? I remember all too well that feeling of not knowing what to ask when I first started going to fabric shops and it really put me off. If I can prevent someone feeling that way about making, I’d be thrilled so this is my attempt to carve out an easy route for anyone starting out.
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We all love a French Seam. It gives that extra special finish to a garment and has the ability to make you feel smug as **** knowing that you could turn that garment inside out and it’d still look ace!
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Pleats are a design feature that can be found in many guises. They can add volume to a garment or create ease to allow for movement. They can be subtle or exaggerated, depending on the design. Knowing a bit more about the type of pleat can help you tackle some fun pattern hacks.
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Hello there fellow DIY-ers and makers. Today I’m doing a tutorial on how to make your own nursing pads. I posted my version on Instagram recently and got some great feedback and a few tutorial requests so here it is!
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So you’ve downloaded your first PDF pattern or perhaps you’re thinking about it and want to know a bit more before diving in. What next? Read on and find out what this whole PDF lark is all about.
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A craftsman is nothing without their tools. And I'm a sucker for nice tools. I'm going to run you through the different ones that I use and if you're just starting out, it might help explain why you might need them.
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There's a lot more to the humble sewing needle than meets the eye (terrible pun intended!) This article is an overview of some of the needle types you will come across as you sew up a storm.
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