Have you got a loved one’s birthday coming up? Or perhaps Christmas is just around the corner and you want to create a homemade Christmas gift for your friends and family members? Whatever the situation, we have come up with 5 great gift ideas that you can sew at...
If you’re a keen crafter, your sewing machine is likely one of your most prized possessions — and depending on how advanced your machine is, can represent a significant investment too. Want to keep it in top condition? These tips will help you maintain all kinds...
If you’re interested in sewing, you’ll have probably heard of patchwork and quilting. Let’s take a look at these two sewing techniques, the differences between them, and some examples of popular projects. What is patchwork? Patchwork involves sewing together different...
We all need to switch off from the pressures of everyday life occasionally. And what could be more mindful than sewing? The concentration and focus required can help calm the mind and is thought to be an effective way to manage anxiety and depression. And when...
If you’ve completed a few beginner’s sewing projects and are now ready to refine your sewing skills, why not read up on some tips? There are always new sewing skills and techniques to work on when practising with sewing machines, so why not start with the following...
Getting stuck into a project is an excellent way to develop your sewing skills and get tangible results. Whether you’re completely new to sewing or you’ve stitched by hand before but want to give sewing machines a go, here are some fun sewing projects suitable for...