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Fabric marking tools you should try
Maybe because my Dad’s an engineer I’ve always had this curiosity for gadgets. If there’s some kind of gizmo that’ll make a job better or
How to rescue boring projects by overdyeing fabric
We’ve all made things that are kind of a snore. Maybe that dress is “serviceable” but it’s also not something you’re super excited to wear.
19 ways to shake off your sewjo slump
As I was writing my email list this week about 3 mistakes that are killing your sewjo, it got me thinking. I firmly believe that
How to topstitch and elevate all your sewing now
Topstitching jeans without topstitching thread Topstitching threads are great but they have one big limitation: they only come in a few colors. Whatever brand you’re
Winter + your cold hands =must sew DIY fingerless gloves
I am always up for a good sweater refashion, and today I’m showing you how to tackle DIY fingerless gloves. Several years ago I started
Sweater deconstructed: how to make a hat from a sweater
It’s a sweater deconstruction kind of day, and on the docket is how to make a hat from a sweater. Quick, go check your closet.
8 tips for sewing with sweater knits to keep you toasty
We’re talking all about sewing with sweater knits today. Sweater knits are one of my favorite subsets of knits to work with! I’m not a
Who would win: sewing machine vs. serger
In a battle between sewing machine vs. serger, who would win? Well, like a lot of things, the answer is not either/or, but yes. When
How to make your own DIY fabric swatch book
Today I’m sharing how you can make your own DIY fabric swatch book. Maybe you’ve had this moment: you find an new sewing pattern, then