Tutorials
Now You See It, Now You Don't; How to install an Invisible Zipper
In our last post, we demonstrated how the use the Adjustable Zipper Foot to install a zipper...but what about invisible zippers? What exactly is an invisible zipper? And why would I use it? Invisible zippers have very fine teeth, and are meant to be sewn into the seam of a...
How to sew a zipper: using the adjustable Zipper Foot
How you ever wanted to know how to add a zipper to a project? Are you scared of sewing in zippers? This tutorial will walk you through an easy method to get over your fear of installing zippers. This tutorial features the Adjustable Zipper foot from our 32 piece presser...
The humble pin; everything you wanted to know about pins
When we sew, we attach two pieces of fabric to each other, and that fabric has to be held together somehow before stitching. There are basically two ways to hold that fabric together, pins or clips. Today let's talk a bit more about pins--as they are tiniest of tools, often...
Sewing Clips--Upgrade Your Notions!
What are sewing clips? We have all the answers in our deep dive on sewing clips. Even the most experienced sewer or quilter will find value in our overview of sewing clips, their uses, their measuring guides (YUP!) and we find out when to use them vs. pins. Sometimes the...
Storm at Sea Quilt Along #4: Putting it all together
In this final installment of our Storm at Sea Quilt Along we are going to put it all together and complete our quilt top, quilt and bind our quilt! Okay then…. Have you made up all of the blocks and the partial blocks that go along the side and bottom?...
Quick & Easy Sewing Projects: Woven Valentine's Day Coasters
Looking for a quick sewing project that's giftable? Coasters are quick and easy project--perfect for gift-giving or even for your own home. A set of four is do-able on a weeknight! This is a great way to try out fabric weaving as well (using our great Wefty Needle tool) so many...
Fabric Marking Pens: Which ones are right for you?
There are so many different fabric marking tools available to quilters and sewers, they can be a little bit overwhelming. So which one is right for your sewing or quilting project? We’ve tried hard to test all of the options to bring you this overview, and we cannot say this...
Quilt Math: Common Quilt Sizing Charts
Here are a few quick quilt measurement cheat sheets, to reduce your quilt math stress! These easy charts will help you get the right measurements for your quilts without breaking out the calculator. In here we will answer: How much backing and binding do I need for my quilt? What...
