Sew Better, Faster & More Creatively!
I meet so many sewers who are sooo creative. They consider themselves artists and some of the beautiful ways they express themselves is through sewing, machine embroidery, quilting and other pursuits using needle and thread. But I meet way more sewers that tell me, “I’m just not creative” or “I could never be an artist”. […] Read more…
Do you struggle through the sewing process as you create with fabric, needle, and thread? Or maybe it comes pretty easy to you but when you are finished, you just aren’t satisfied with the look of the finished project. If you are not happy with your sewn projects, it may be time to go back […] Read more…
Here’s a simple technique that adds a decorative touch to finished edges such as the edges on the front opening of a jacket, cuff and collar edges, and outer edges of pillows, purses, journal covers, and art quilts. This technique works best on edges that have been hemmed, faced, or folded. Place the cord in […] Read more…
Well, here it is – another new year. They seem to come faster and faster but I’m not complaining. A new year gives us a fresh start, a time to reflect, and a look to the future and all it can bring. Since this is a blog about sewing, let’s talk about what’s on your […] Read more…