Choosing the Right Needle for Knit Fabrics: Tips and Tricks

Choosing the Right Needle for Knit Fabrics: Tips and Tricks

We’ve been talking a lot about how frustrating sewing with knits can be, so hopefully that’s not depressing you too. I merely want to share these frustrating points with you so that you can steer clear of all the mistakes I’ve made with my own sewing technique over the years. Choosing the right needle is … Read more

The Ultimate Guide to Sewing Machine Needles: Everything You Need to Know

Ultimate Guide to Sewing Machine Needles

If you enjoy sewing, you know how important it is to use the appropriate tools for the work. The needle is one of the most important parts of any sewing machine setup. Despite its seemingly insignificant and simple nature, selecting the appropriate sewing machine needle can have a big influence on how well your creations … Read more

High-Speed Sewing Machines: Are They Worth It?

High-Speed Sewing Machines

Readers frequently ask me what sewing machine feature I couldn’t live without. Given the abundance of bells and whistles on contemporary sewing machines, this is a challenging subject. A machine with hundreds of stitch options, embroidery, drop-in bobbins, automatic buttons, automatic needle threaders (this is a close second), and the list goes on and on … Read more

Sewing Machine Comparison: Brother vs. Singer

Sewing Machine Comparison: Brother vs. Singer

When it comes to sewing machines, Singer and Brother are two of the most renowned brands. You’ve probably heard of these two companies even if you don’t sew. Selecting the appropriate sewing machine is crucial, since choosing the incorrect one might lead to more annoyance than happiness. Believe me, I’ve almost given up sewing entirely … Read more

Budget-Friendly Sewing Machines Under $200

Budget-Friendly Sewing Machines Under $200

Welcome back to the blog! I’m excited to provide an updated blog post today that lists the best sewing machines under $200 that are suitable for beginners. I’ve had a Janome sewing machine for many years. One of the first sewing machines I used was this one, and after I graduated, I bought one for … Read more

Best Sewing Machines for Quilting: A Comprehensive Guide

Best Sewing Machines for Quilting

While any sewing machine may be used for quilting, there’s no disputing that a machine made with quilting in mind will provide a quilter with some useful extra capabilities. These are just a few of the factors to take into consideration when selecting from the finest sewing machines for quilting. It’s important to look for … Read more