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Find out what we have been getting up to and our thoughts on everything sewing. Learn new skills and techniques with our free instructions and YouTube tutorials.
How To: Back Stitch (Appliqué)
What is a back stitch? The back stitch is a hand sewing stitch with a variety of uses. The hand stitches are sewn backwards, over themselves (this is...
DIY Appliqué Keyring
Learn how to make one of these fun keyrings. Join us for our appliqué keyring tutorial and learn new machine and hand sewing techniques whilst whiz...
DIY Lavender Hanging Hearts
Join us for this fun tutorial and learn how to make your very own hanging hearts. Perfect to display in your home; stuff with lavender for a gorgeous ...
Beginners Fabric Choices
Your new to sewing and want to jump into the deep end embarking on a new and exciting project. But before you start, stop and think about your fabric...
How To: Rolled Hem
What is a rolled hem? The rolled hem is a teeny tiny hemming technique that finishes all of the seam allowances inside the hem. It is suitable for us...
How To: Sewing French Seams
When should you use a French seam? French seams are perfect for use on lightweight or sheer fabrics, encasing all of the fraying fabric edges inside a...
Sewing Threads & Uses
Different sewing threads and their uses… With a large variety of different threads available it can be a minefield finding the right thread for ...
Quilting Wash Bag Sizing
Having seen our How To: Quilting Wash Bag Tutorial on YouTube and taken a look at our corresponding blog post; How To: Quilted Wash Bag we hope that ...
How To: Quilted Wash Bag
Learn new skills and techniques whilst making your very own wash bag or make up bag. We have created 3 different sizes for you to choose from; small, ...
Cross Wound Vs Stacked Thread
Do you know the difference between cross wound and stacked threads? Do you know that threads can be wound onto spools one of two ways? How you positi...
Fabric Preparation
Should you wash your fabric before use? This is a question that I am often asked by customers. Do you need to pre-treat your fabric before sewing? You...
Lavender Bunting
Bunting with a difference… Join us and learn how to make your very own Lavender Bunting, hopefully you’ll learn some sewing tips along the...