No matter how much you love to sew, there are moments when the frustration is too much and you have to give up for the day. There are times when sewing seems to be fraught with difficulties, and you seem to spend more time troubleshooting your machine than actually sewing. Breaking needles on your sewing … Read more
An essential component of the sewing process is the sewing machine needle. The needle needs to be powerful and sharp enough to cut through multiple layers of fabric. It should also be able to sew evenly and smoothly without endangering your product or the machine. Selecting the incorrect kind of needle while handling delicate materials … Read more
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
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
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
Do you want to be a fashion designer? Maker of vibrant quilts? A good sewing machine will improve your tailoring, even if all you want to do is go beyond simple needlework and thread. But how can you pick the best model for your at-home sewing needs when there are so many on the market? … Read more