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Knitting a Chunky Beanie with a Pom PomA chunky beanie is one of the most satisfying handmade accessories to knit. The thick yarn works quickly, the simple shape is easy to adapt, and a fluffy pom…
My Five Inspirational Sources for DIY FashionDIY fashion begins long before fabric reaches the cutting table. A color combination spotted in a shop window, an old photograph, or an unexpectedly beautiful…
How To Sew A Perfect Invisible ZipperAn invisible zipper can give a handmade garment the polished finish of a ready-to-wear piece. When it is installed well, the teeth disappear into the seam and…
Choosing the Right Needle for Your Sewing MachineA sewing machine needle is a small tool, but it has a major effect on every handmade garment. The correct needle helps the thread pass cleanly through the…
A Simple Drawstring Pouch in Ten MinutesA small drawstring pouch is one of the quickest sewing projects to make when you want something useful, attractive, and satisfying without committing to a full…
How To Shorten A Hem Without Cutting The FabricA garment can look too long for many reasons: the proportions may feel off, the fabric may hang differently after washing, or the finished hem may simply sit…
Why I Love Linen: Sewing Tips for This Natural FiberLinen has a quiet beauty that becomes more appealing with every wear. It feels cool in warm weather, softens as it ages, and carries the small signs of…
Make A Handmade Gift Bag From Fabric ScrapsA small fabric gift bag is one of the most satisfying ways to use remnants that are too precious to discard and too small for a full garment. A handful of…
The Art Of French Seams For Beautiful Handmade GarmentsA French seam is one of those sewing techniques that looks quietly luxurious. From the outside, the garment appears clean and simple; inside, the raw fabric…
From Endless Reels To Creative Play At Tombola CasinoPatterns, repetition, colour, and surprise are familiar ideas to anyone who sews, knits, or experiments with fabric. A small change in a repeated motif can…