If you’ve ever wondered how to shorten a pair of pants, just take a few minutes and read this article. It will lay out a simple step-by-step guide to help you through the alteration process. Altering the length of a pant leg isn’t an exact science. It isn’t even perfect, nor should it be. It …
Learn to sew a ruffle by hand or by machine. You can use a single needle machine, a serger, or a needle and thread to make a perfect ruffle for your project. When it comes to ruffles for a project, it’s my favorite thing to do. I love making little girl dresses with a lot …
When it comes to buying a sewing machine, you want to take a look at the many different kinds of sewing machines before you buy. You also want to make sure you read the right information. Many people on the internet will claim to be sewers yet have never set foot in a sewing room, …
Learn what it takes to sew your own curtains from what size to make them to what fabric to buy, and what supplies you need. Discover the ins and outs of sewing drapery from someone who has actually done it. If you want to sew curtains you need to talk to someone who has actually …
Have you ever ruined a sewing project? It happens to the best of us, no matter what skill level you consider yourself to be. Pick yourself up, dust yourself off, and keep on sewing! We can all screw up from time to time and that’s okay. Screwing up a sewing project is no exception. I …
If you’re in the market for a good iron and ironing board, take a look at the different kinds available, and the quality available as well. Discover what’s on the market, and what you will need for your sewing. Different Iron Sizes The size of your iron depends on the type of sewing that you …
If you want to sew for yourself or for other people, you need the tools of the trade. There are many things a sewing room just can’t do without. Let’s explore what they are so you can set your sewing room up. By the way, Crunchy Menopause is a review site that receives compensation from …
Sewing Your Own wedding dress is not as hard as you think, and well worth the effort! When I think back 30 years ago when I decided I was going to sew my own wedding dress, I didn’t really know what I was getting into. I was a new sewer, and my skill level isn’t what …
If you sew for a living, you’re going to want to put a label on it. A lot of home sewers don’t know that they must abide by labeling requirements under the Federal Trade Commission. And it’s the same internationally. Under the textile and wool acts you must label the garments you’ve sewn when intending …
If you hadn’t heard of the Consumer Product Safety Commision regarding sewing products you aren’t alone. Many home sewers don’t know there are regulations when selling children’s sleepwear. This may overwhelm and frustrate those who sew for a living, or hobbyists who want to sell what they sew at craft shows, but it shouldn’t. We …