Every sewing project, whether it’s a garment, toy or interior item will require you to create seams. There are different types of seams. It’s useful to know what they are so that you choose the right ...

Thread the needle and tie a knot at the end. Prep the rip by doing a back stitch on one side of the open seam, going all the way from one end of the damage to the other. This will prevent the seam ...

Dear Vicki: For Christmas, my dear husband gave me a pair of pinking shears. They were pretty pricey, and he wanted to give me something special. My problem is that I don’t know what they are used for ...

This article was published 08/04/2019 (2347 days ago), so information in it may no longer be current. Sue Ives’ love of sewing is evident in her collection of vintage sewing machines displayed in her ...

While sewing has gained in popularity this year for many ages as a homespun hobby, it’s gone beyond making face coverings. Young adults have helped press that seaming interest. The younger populations ...

When skinny jeans were just starting to become popular, I was hesitant to take the plunge and spend the money to buy a new pair, but I still wanted to try out the trend. So instead of buying them, I ...