188 results for 'need'

So, you’re excited to embark on your first sewing project. We’re excited too! While you may be tempted to just jump in and start sewing, it’s important to make sure you’ve properly set up your statio ...

Are you an avid sewer or just getting started with your sewing journey? Regardless of your skill level, having the right tools and sewing accessories is essential for creating beautiful and professio ...

What does the colours on the needle mean? You may have noticed the SINGER needles have different colours on the shanks. This is not just to decorate them. It is a code to help you know what type o ...

Rotate the handwheel towards you and raise the needle to it's highest position.Place thread under hook on the needle threader.Pull the needle threader all the way down. Pass the thread through th ...

Choosing the correct needle to sew your projects with is just as important as selecting your fabric and thread. There is a diverse range of needles to suit different types of fabrics.The European met ...

Selecting the correct needle for your project is just as important as selecting the fabric, thread, and stabilizer. There are different sizes and types of needles for different types of fabric.

If your machine has a feed dog lever to drop your feed dogs, and not a feed cover plate, use these steps to raise your feed dogs to resume normal sewing.Raise the presser foot and then slide the drop ...

Pattern drafting is a term that often 'scares' dressmakers, who then shy away from it. Here is a quick and easy way to introduce you to pattern drafting which allows you to build confidence and skill ...

Darts are necessary when sewing to add shape to a garment, typically around the bust and back area.You will need:Clothing with dartsPattern Making RulersPencilScissorsSteps:Using your garment, trace ...

Plaids, stripes, and prints are strong visual patterns, so it is important to match them at prominent seams. If you are careful laying and cutting out the pattern, the seams will be almost invisible.

Hi everyone….. So it’s almost School holidays and for my little family that means it’s almost time for our tropical adventure in ThailandBeing super excited I decided to get ready several months earl ...

Self Folding: Buy or make Bias-binding Buy or make Bias-binding. If you would like to make your own bias-binding follow the instructions below: Fold the fabric diagonally so that one selvag ...

Make sure your little friend is warm this winter!Shopping listPrint out pattern1m fleece fabric, 20cm of plain white cottonCoordinating threadSewing machineOverlocker1/2m elastic 12mm thick1/4m velcr ...

Create your own circle skirt ready for any occasion.Shopping List: Sewing Machine and overlockerWoven fabric-cotton (see below to determine meterage)Tape measureTailors chalkZipper foot, Invisible z ...

Create your own set, ready for any sleepover.Shopping list Existing pyjamasPattern making equipmentSewing machineOverlockerZipper foot4m of cotton jersey fabric (will depend on size of clothing)2m o ...

The key to sewing slippery fabrics - silk, polyester, rayon and acetate - is to avoid overhandling them. These delicate fabrics mar easily. Set the stitch length to between 10 and 15 stitches per inc ...