While the standard presser foot handles most everyday stitching, there’s a whole world of specialty feet designed to make your sewing faster, neater, and a whole lot easier. From zippers to quilting, ruffles to buttonholes, each foot has its own unique superpower. Some come with your machine, while others can be purchased separately — and ...
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If you’ve ever opened a beautifully made jacket or skirt and thought, “Wait… the inside is gorgeous,” you’ve met the Hong Kong seam. This is the finish that takes a raw, fray-prone seam allowance and turns it into a clean, ribbon-wrapped interior—especially useful on garments that are unlined or only partially lined. It’s polished, practical, ...
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We’ve rounded up some of the easiest, most common fixes for removing stains from fabric to help make your day a little less stressful. From stubborn splatters of ketchup to tough-to-remove ink marks, these tips for removing stains from fabric will assist in keeping your sewing and quilting projects pristine. Want to keep these tips ...
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Thread breaks can be such a common hiccup in sewing and happen to both beginners and experienced stitchers. But here’s the good news: most of the time, there’s a simple reason behind it—and an easy fix, too. In this article, we’ll look at causes from the basics, like tension and needles, to more advanced culprits ...
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The new year is almost here, and the time has come to start planning out your sewing goals for 2026! We know goal setting of any kind can be intimidating, so our editors are here to walk you through how to plan out your sewing goals for the new year. We hope that you leave ...
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Piping is a beautiful decorative element that adds interest and dimension to many sewing projects! It is often found on home décor and clothing as a trimming in a contrasting color to the main fabric. There are several kinds of materials that can even be used for making piping, including regular cording. Follow along to ...
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Toggles closures are a popular button closure choice for a variety of garments. They are perfect for items like coats, capes, sweaters, and other kinds of sewing projects (especially outerwear!). Since they consist of two parts, it’s very important to line them up properly for the best look. Follow along to find out all about ...
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Dust off your sewing encyclopedias because today, class is in session! If you’re new to sewing, knowing basic terminology for dresses, skirts, and sleeves will make searching for patterns so much easier. In this beginner-friendly article, we’ll be examining different types of sleeves that you’re most likely to encounter when sewing. While you probably know ...
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Stabilizing seams is a useful but often overlooked sewing skill. This can be necessary when the fabric is lightweight, bias cut, or on specific areas of a garment that may be more vulnerable to stretching. A seam stabilizer doesn’t have to be fancy or expensive, and is probably already in your sewing room! Continue reading ...
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Welcome to A Cut Above: 14 Types of Precuts. Precut fabric is fabric cut to specific dimensions for you, so you can spend less time cutting and more time sewing! Precut fabric is often sold in coordinating colors and patterns, taking the pressure off of you to choose your own colors and patterns via fabrics ...
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