• Simple illustration showing what a seam allowance is and where on the fabric it typically goes

    Seam Allowance and why it matters

    What is a seam allowance? To understand what the term seam allowance means, start with “What is a seam?” A seam in sewing means sewing two pieces of fabric together to 1) create a…

    July 16, 2025
  • Prime Days are HERE! Over at Amazon

    Yes, it’s one of the best times of year to save. Every year Amazon puts out an amazing sale for many different categories. Prime Membership: Sign up for a free trial here Check out…

    July 15, 2024
  • using a temporary spray adhesive to tack down the patch

    Sewing on a Patch by Hand or Sewing Machine

    Patches can be used for hiding holes or showing off a recent event / adventure / accomplishment in an obvious way. These are two vastly different situations but the methods to sewing on patches…

    September 29, 2023
  • How to do the YO – Yarn Over in knitting

    YO, you’re going to want to read this. What does YO mean to you? Well, YO reminds me: Which do you think we’ll be discussing in this post? YO = Yarn Over in knitter…

    August 2, 2023
  • Ironing small hem

    Pressing Hems before Sewing

    Pressing hems is the difference between home made and professional looking sewing projects. …

    June 10, 2022
  • Image of large skein/loop of yarn placed on the swift, ready to wind

    Winding Yarn with a Swift, Ball Winder or by Hand

    Most yarns found in a big box craft store come wound in a nice, self-contained shape with a label holding it all together, which I will henceforth call a ‘cake’ (or ball if you…

    February 24, 2022
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