They say April showers bring May flowers, so I have made this month’s edition of That’s Sew Cool all about floral sewing things. That’s Sew Cool is a monthly series where I share cool sewing things I see with you… and I love a fun theme! Kate Spade Storage Boxes Anybody who sews or make crafts knows the importance of… View Post
Me Made May is a month long personal challenge, for people who sew, knit, crochet or refashion their clothing, to wear the items they have made more often. The creator of the challenge, Zoe from So,Zo, goes over the specifics and intentions of the challenge. I personally try to wear my handmade garments as often as I can, but I… View Post
This month’s “That’s Sew Cool” is dedicated to sewing things I have bought during quarantine. 1. Japanese TEC Tokyo Hand Sewing Needles: High quality needles from Japan. 1 3/8″ long. 25 needles in the pack. These needles are recommended by Susan Khalje and that is enough for me to try them. They are exactly as she described; very thin, very… View Post
Here is one technique in a 5-part series on how to finish seams. What is Seam Allowance? French Seams Hong Kong Seams Serged Seams Flat Felled Seams (You’re here!) A flat felled seam probably isn’t the first seam finish you will learn, because it isn’t the most common to use. However, it is a great seam finish in certain projects…. View Post
Here is one technique in a 5-part series on how to finish seams. What is Seam Allowance? French Seams Hong Kong Seams Serged Seams Flat Felled Seams Serged Seams (Two Ways) For a split serged seam, start by finishing the raw edge of both fabric pieces separately. You can use a serger or a sewing machine. With the sewing machine,… View Post
