Want to avoid plastic fabrics? Concerned that natural fabrics aren’t waterproof? You can waterproof your natural fabrics with wax. This is a diy waxed fabric roundup. Introduction Synthetic fibres like nylon, polyester, polyurethane (PU) and polyvinyl chloride (PVC) aren’t biodegradable. Natural fibres like cotton, linen, wool, and silk are biodegradable. Natural fibre are also breathable …
Sew A Bag Book Review
Learning to sew by hand? Want to start with an easy and practical project? Amy Karol wrote a book you may be interested in. This post is a “Sew A Bag” book review. Introduction My hand sewing experience is limited to small, decorative projects and mending. I wanted to try sewing something more practical by …
Side Cutter Presser Foot
I purchased a generic side cutter presser foot with my overedge presser foot. In this post, I discuss what a side cutter presser foot looks like and what it can be used for. What does it look like If you’re familiar with a universal presser foot (aka zigzag presser foot) you will notice that a …
Overedge Presser Foot
Have you noticed the un-named presser foot in my photos of top-stitching? It’s called an overedge presser foot. In this post, I discuss what an overedge presser foot looks like and what it can be used for. What does it look like If you’re familiar with a universal presser foot (aka zigzag presser foot) you …
Geometry of Hand-Sewing Book Review
Want to embellish fabrics or garments? Don’t know how to start? This post is a book review of “The Geometry of Hand-Sewing” by Natalie Chanin. Introduction One of my favourite tops has embroidered beads and sequins. My childhood neighbour embroidered table cloths and pillow cases. I bought “The Geometry of Hand-Sewing: A Romance in Stitches …
Hand Sewing Clothing Book Review
Want to make a new garment? Don’t have access to a sewing machine? This post is a book review of “Hand Sewing Clothing” by Louisa Owen Sonstroem. Introduction My friend Brenda doesn’t have a sewing machine. That doesn’t stop her from sewing clothing and other items. My hand sewing experience is limited to small projects …
DIY Fabric Banner Roundup
Got an occasion to celebrate? Want to decorate your home? You can make your own fabric banner. This is a diy fabric banner roundup. Introduction Celebrating high school graduation, Canada Day, Fourth of July, birthdays, anniversaries, weddings or any other occasion? Going to a demonstration or marching in a parade? Want a statement piece of …
Tent Pole Upcycling Roundup
I wrote up about upcycling tent fabric in 2024. In this followup I present ideas for reusing tent poles. This is a tent pole upcycling project roundup. Introduction Upcycling involves turning something old into something new and useful. Tent poles may be made from steel, aluminum, titanium, fibreglass or carbon fibre. Tent poles vary in …
DIY Mop Head Roundup
Tired of buying expensive mop head refills? Want to avoid single use mop head refills? You can diy mop head alternatives. This is a diy mop head roundup. Introduction My new apartment has neither carpet nor tiles for flooring. Hard floors like wood, laminate, vinyl, etc require less mop water than tiles. Mop buckets and …
Made To Measure Book Review
Want new clothes? Neither ready to wear nor sewing from patterns fitting you well? This post is a book review of “Made To Measure” by Elisalex Jewell. Introduction Most of my ready to wear pants are too long. Some of my tops and dresses are too. Fit issues with ready to wear clothing are common. …