by Rebecca Angela | 28 Jul, 2020 | Sewing, Tutorial
This next post in the Learn-to-Sew series gives you five principles for ‘neat’ sewing. The quality of your finished item will be so much the greater, and you’ll avoid some potential frustrations (remember your sewing zen?), for taking some small steps to keep your...
by Rebecca Angela | 27 Jul, 2020 | Sewing, Tutorial
Today we are talking about fabric. I don’t need to tell you that fabric comes in a dizzying array of types and weights but understanding fabrics will help you choose the right fabric for your project as well as prepare you for working with that fabric successfully. I...
by Rebecca Angela | 26 Jul, 2020 | Sewing
In a previous post I linked to a few easy beginner sewing projects. Today I have rounded ten tutorials from the web for easy projects and not a curve in sight! Plus, don’t forget my Cube Door Stop tutorial which I would rate “patient beginner”. Let...
by Rebecca Angela | 24 Jul, 2020 | Sewing, Tutorial
Frustration – the flip-side of “flow”? In writing about the importance of sustaining creativity, I talked about the concept of ‘flow’ – the state in which you are completely absorbed in what you are doing. I am fortunate to find that state of flow often when I am...
by Rebecca Angela | 22 Jul, 2020 | Sewing, Tutorial
To get comfortable with your sewing machine, some straight sewing is a great place to start. Here are my top tips for sewing straight and some easy beginner projects that only require straight seams! Sewing Straight Sewing in a straight line is essential for lovely...
