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10 Modern Sewing Patterns that Flatter Women

As much as I love a good shift dress, sometimes its nice to sew a more modern sewing pattern with a fit that flatters. A sewing pattern that will make you feel like a million bucks. So I looked around and found some that I think would do exactly that. Sewing patterns that flatter WOMEN. …

5 Tips For Getting Your Groom Ready For Your Wedding Day

You want to make sure that you look just right for your wedding day. But at the same time it’s his wedding too, so your husband-to-be looks needs to look the part too. Check out these groom's wedding planning tips.

Guide to Purchasing a Sewing Machine

When it comes to sewing machines and fabric variances, you want a machine that's going to be able to tackle any job & provide the best comfort of use possible.

Sewing Tutorial: Make a Lined Christmas Stocking

Sewing Tutorial: Make a Lined Christmas Stocking. Get creative and adorn it with all of your favorite things. Embellish with sewing supplies.

Sewing Technique Tutorial: How to Make Pillows without "Dog Ears"

Sewing Technique Tutorial: How to Make Pillows without "Dog Ears." Tips for making perfectly square pillows using Dritz sewing supplies including the styling design ruler.

Yes, These Curtains Are Made With Tape—Here's How

The Best Sewing Tips and Tricks

I have been sewing for over 25 years! (I can’t believe that I’m that old) I’ve accumulated a lot of tips and tricks over the years. In addition to blogging here at the Polka Dot Chair I also write for eBay, helping them to increase the sewing and quilting related content on their site. Here...Read More

4 FAQ About Sewing Machines

Sewing machines can open up a world of crafty possibilities, from handmade clothing to charming decorative projects. Understanding how your machine works and what it ...

10 best sewing machines that are beginner friendly

If you’ve just taken up the hobby, here are the best sewing machines for beginners from Argos, John Lewis, The Sewing Studio and more

Let's talk about Sewing Machine Needles

When I got my very first sewing machine, I didn’t even know needles were removable, let alone that there were so many options available. I thought you used the same needle for every project – forever. Understanding all the different needles available is hard, even for an experienced sewist. And if you’re just starting out? Impossible. The needle you use is like…

How to clean a sewing machine

Wondering how to clean a sewing machine? Here you'll find both clear and up close photos as well as a video telling you what to look for and how to do it.

Sew Organized: Designing Sewing And Craft Areas

Design tips to lay out sewing spaces, crafts rooms or quilting areas. Get ideas for efficient use of sewing and quilting spaces.

20 Things Only People Obsessed With Sewing Understand

As a sewing lover, you know. There are just some things only a sewing lover would understand. You want to talk to your real life BFF about the newly released fabric line, or the ill-fitting pattern you just made…but their eyes would start glazing over if you did. So instead you are left to sit …

10 Big Picture Habits for Happy, Successful Sewing

Virginia Lindsay of Gingercake and Gingercake Patterns, is the author of Pretty Birds and Sewing to Sell. Virginia has given us free patterns, plus a thoughtful discussion about "The Balancing Act of Putting a Price on Handmade." She's back with 10 Big Picture Habits for Happy, Successful Sewing. What are some big, important things you can do to improve the quality of your sewing time?

Save 25% on this sewing machine that’s great for knitting scarves and gloves

You could get an entire MBA-style education, master Microsoft Office Suite, boost your resume, and so, so much more without even leaving your house. One hobby you have likely already seen growing o…

An 18-Year-Old and Her Sewing Machine Are Powering Girls’ Education

Mary Grace Henry has sold more than 16,000 hair accessories, using the profits to send girls in Uganda and Kenya to school.

Sewing Machines Go High-Tech

The old-fashioned sewing machine is finally getting a modern makeover. Some clothing makers are using high-tech systems to track apparel as it is being made.