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How to sew stretch velvet without fear
Stretch velvet is a bear in the knit world for the handling, but the upsides are so worth the extra effort. It’s so luxurious against
8.5 Tips for faster batch sewing
Do you know about batch sewing? It’s one of my favorite ways to cut out the fluff and be able to make more in the
Thread storage ideas that won’t leave you tangled up
Some vintage thread storage options Vintage can get pricey really quick. But, if you have an eagle eye and you’re patient, here’s some nice vintage
How to clean a sewing machine (buh bye lint!)
How to clean a serger If your sewing machine needs a good clean, your serger needs it more. Sergers’ high speeds and cutting element are
How to make a chic velvet infinity scarf
As I send off 2 of my boys to go skiing this morning, I’m reminded that it is indeed in the thick of scarf season.
Wipe out your clutter with these sewing pattern storage ideas
Your pattern stash needs help. We’ve all fallen for another 99 cent pattern sale and bought an unholy amount of patterns. I get it. Some
How to store fabric: 5 ways to make your stash more useful
How to store fabric scraps If your fabric scraps make you want to scream, I’m right there with you. Every time I think I get
Sewing books for beginners that are actually helpful
In the world of YouTube, if you’re learning to sew you might be tempted to run away from the books, but let’s talk about some
Your favorite sewing posts of 2019
Today I’m recapping the posts that you guys have loved the most from 2019. It’s been my best year on the blog. I’ve been burning