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 …
Category: Sewing tips
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 …
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. …
Even Feed Presser Foot
When I reviewed the Small Trifold Wallet, I noticed Yoan used an even feed foot. My universal presser foot worked fine until the last step, when I had to switch to a roller foot. In this post, I discuss what an even feed presser foot looks like and what it can be used for. What …
Avoiding Clothing Pattern Intimidation
Want to make new clothes from patterns? Overwhelmed by the information on the pattern envelope? Too intimidated to buy or use a clothing pattern? This post is about avoiding clothing pattern intimidation. Introduction You can update your wardrobe by sewing your own clothes. Your first option is cloning your clothes. You can also buy patterns …
Clone Your Clothes Book Review
Want to make new clothes from items in your wardrobe? Not sure how to start? This post is a book review of “Clone Your Clothes” by Claire-Louise Hardie. Introduction My favourite casual boot-cut pants have been out of stock for a few years. Earlier this month the parent company of three Canadian clothing brands announced …