The Braided Twist Book and Tool set is so fun to use! There are many variations in this book; however, in this video, I did a full tutorial on the Basic Twist Runner! It is not only easy, but the tool is so unique and the construction style is awesome. There is no binding, no quilting, no handwork. In the end, you… Read More »Braided Twist Table Runner
The BladeSaver Thread Cutter is a fantastic accessory to add to any sewing room. This thread cutter is not only adorable and efficient, it just works great. Also, it has a built-in stand and doubles as a carrying case. Assembling the BladeSaver Thread Cutter First things first, let’s assemble it. Yes, there is a little bit of “some assembly required”; however, it… Read More »BladeSaver Thread Cutter by Purple Hobbies
Making a buttonhole can seem daunting when you first look at a buttonhole foot. Don’t worry. The one-step or automatic buttonhole foot makes it easy. Although it looks a little confusing, the one step buttonhole foot is pretty straightforward. Anatomy of a One-Step Buttonhole Foot There is a sliding plate at the back of the foot called a button guide plate. It… Read More »Buttonhole Sewing- One-Step Buttonhole Foot
Everyone wants a beautiful, organized sewing space, right? Use these fabric organizers and take your fabric storage to the next level. Not only are they functional, allowing you to store your fabric on bookshelves, in drawers, or in bins, but they allow you to easily see what you have, saving you time. What’s a Fabric Organizer A fabric organizer is a board… Read More »Organize your Fabric – the Easy Way!
You found a beautiful vintage sewing machine at a yard sale or, maybe, your Grandma passed it on to you. You want so badly to use it, but the bobbin winder isn’t working. Don’t worry! In this video, I will show you how to disassemble the vintage bobbin winder, as well as put it back together. You’ll be sewing on your beautiful… Read More »Disassemble and Reassemble Vintage Sewing Machine Bobbin Winder
Are you wanting to make a handmade gift for someone, but you’re not sure what to make? Well, don’t go anywhere! In this video, I am going to show you, step-by-step, how to sew this adorable apron. Pair it with some kitchen utensils or bowls and you have a perfect shower or birthday gift. Or, my personal preference, pair it with some… Read More »No Ties! Crisscross Apron Pattern
The treadle sewing machine–oh my goodness! It is so neat! I just imagine where it has been, who has sewn on it, what was made on it. It is so cool to me. Recently, I began cleaning an old Singer 66-1 Red Eye machine. Once I was all done cleaning it (and I finished imagining what projects were completed on it), I… Read More »How To Replace a Treadle Belt
Braiding Foot. What is it? It is a presser foot that helps you sew embellishments to your projects. You will often see it used with store-bought ribbon or small cording, but you can use other materials as well. Today, I’ve gathered a few things that I had on hand to show you how versatile this presser foot is. What Does It Look… Read More »How To Use A Braiding Foot
Flat felled seam – it’s amazing! What Is A Flat Felled Seam? It is a seam finish that encases all the raw edges. Because of this, you get very neat results. Also, it is a two-step process, ending with the seam allowance being stitched down. This makes for a very strong seam. At times, it can be confused with the french seam.… Read More »How To Sew A Flat Felled Seam
The French Seam The french seam is a beautiful seam finish that is sure to impress. We all love the zig zag finish and the clean finish, but the french seam takes it up a notch. With this seam finish, you sew 2 seam allowances. By doing this, you completely encase the raw edges. No raw edges equals no fraying, no mess,… Read More »How To Sew A French Seam