sewing tips and tricks


An Eye for Detail: 13 Types of Fabric Trims

Give a simple pair of jeans or a little black dress eye-catching details by adding some fabric trim. If you’ve passed by the rows of colorful trims at your local fabric store and can’t wait to start adding fun details to your clothes and accessories, then you’ll love our round-up of different types of fabric ... Read More

Crafting Curves: How to Sew a Flawless Scalloped Hem

A scalloped hem adds a touch of elegance and whimsy to any sewing project, transforming an ordinary garment or home décor item into something truly special. Whether you’re finishing a skirt, a dress, or even a set of curtains, this technique elevates your design with its wave-like curves. In this guide, we’ll walk you through ... Read More

Sew Sweet: How to Sew With Your Grandkids

Over the years, since I founded Sew a Softie, I’ve learnt that there are a lot of grandmothers who want to sew with their grandkids. I’ve seen how thrilled they are when everything works. One grandmother was even sewing with her granddaughter 21st century style over Zoom! But I often receive emails and texts telling ... Read More

3 Ways to Support Your Local Fabric Store

In a time when retailers like Amazon have so much power, why not start shopping at your local fabric store? In the past, our editors have shared tips for sourcing vintage and upcycled fabric, as well as ideas for shopping for fabric on a budget, and now we’re here to share our favorite ways to ... Read More

4 Essential Tips to Sewing Corduroy

Corduroy fabric is both stylish and highly functional, making it popular over many decades for clothing and furnishings. It’s known for having a distinctive, visible grain line that can be thick or thin in width. Due to these grooves in the material, corduroy can sometimes be confusing to sew. Let’s discuss some tips for working ... Read More

Working with the Great Pretenders: How to Sew Faux Fur

Cozy soft and wonderfully comfortable against your skin, it’s always an eye-catcher and protects against the chilling winter cold, yet… it’s completely fake. I’m talking about that great pretender, imitation fur, also known as faux fur, fake fur, or hobby fur. In fact, it’s not fur at all but a warp knit with a plush ... Read More

3 Simple Tips for Spotting AI Patterns Online

As more companies and makers begin incorporating AI (artificial intelligence) elements into their selling experience, it can be difficult to sort out a genuine product or pattern from an “AI-enhanced” image. How can you tell what a real product being sold is versus an image that’s been created using AI? With the holiday season underway ... Read More