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The Different Needles for Your Materials A sewing machine is a great tool, yet it is nothing without the needle that makes its work possible. If you want your machine to reach its potential and do your material justice, then you need the perfect sewing needle to go along with it. Quality requires the right needle for the job! So, there...

Sewing machines are a great piece of kit, as they can be incredibly versatile. This means that, no matter what project you may have, sewing machines can perform a multitude of stitches. But are there certain stitches that are required for a certain project? Running Stitch The running stitch is the most basic of all sewing stitches. This stitch ...

Did you know that after the automobile, the sewing machine is the most precise machine in the world? Without them, your wardrobe wouldn’t have the ‘casual’, ‘formal’ and ‘sport’ sections, as back in the day people considered themselves lucky if they had more than two outfits! We’re not sure your teenage children would have liked ...

Every embroidery project is different, whether on a small or on a large scale. Knowing for certain the accessories you will want for your embroidery needs might seem tricky, but being prepared and organised with supplies for all of your projects ensures nothing goes wrong. From needles to essentials like scissors and thread, it’s vital to ensure...

Whether you’ve just started embroidering or have been doing it for a while, you can benefit from software that helps you create beautiful patterns. Embroidery machines are fast, saving you the time of doing it all by hand, so by choosing the right software you can create true works of art. Picking out the one that best suits you, however, ...

We are now in the height of summer - the time where people are going out, having barbeques, going to the beach and wearing their best Hawaiian outfit. So when it comes to making clothes for the summer period, it is important to carefully choose the right materials. Bear in mind what the customers will be looking for and also remember, if you are ...

When you have a passion for sewing and would like to turn it into a profession, you might not always be aware of how you can get a recognised qualification. Being a professional tailor or dressmaker mostly requires dedication and a willingness to learn, but there are ways you can further your knowledge.   Dressmaker Being a dressmaker involves ...

Summer is almost upon us and, for anyone interested in sewing, it means a lot of different events you can attend. No matter if you’re just starting out or have a few years of sewing experience under your belt, it’s always a good idea to visit events such as these, so that you can learn more about the craft, participate in contests and attend ...

If you’re looking at joining the sewing industry, it’s important that you have some level of understanding of the work that you will be undertaking, as well as a general overview of what is expected of you. Whether you’re an apprentice looking for some industry experience or a graduate seeking your first industry job, you should have some ...

If you own an industrial machine you know that they are different from domestic ones, and they will need more regular checkups to ensure that they are working properly. Even if you own one of the best industrial machines, some common issues might still prevent it from working to its best capabilities. You need to consider how much use your ...