Woven Elastics for your Sewing Projects When you follow pattern directions for the sewing project you are making, often the specifics about buying woven elastic for sewing are the length and width. For most of my sewing years I’ve followed the pattern specifics for the elastic, and just recently I learned that are different types […]
Sewing Notions & Accessories
Great informative posts for tips and ideas for Sewing Notions! Notions & Accessories can help to make Sewing Easy and Fun! Be sure to check out some of these notions and accessories in Gifts for a Seamstress AND Sewing Resources OR CLICK the photo display ↓. Mostly, ENJOY reading the posts in this category!
‘Out of the Box’ Ideas for Sewing Themed Gifts
Sewing Themed Gifts for people who LOVE to Sew! Welcome to Amy’s suggestions for Sewing Themed Gifts! It’s always easier to shop for someone that has certain likes or hobbies, this page will show you ideas that any Seamstress, Quilter or Tailor would LOVE to receive! Designs on each of these gift ideas have been […]
Sewing Project Shopping List
Sewing Project Shopping List for Notions How can this Sewing Projects Shopping List save you time? Read about these experiences and understand why you’ll want a Sewing Project Shopping List too! Just Write It Down… Have you been shopping at fabric shops, find some fabric you absolutely love but you are not sure you want […]
All-Purpose Sewing Thread-Best Thread Choice for Beginners
All-Purpose Sewing Thread is a great choice for Beginners. When you are learning to sew and just starting on your sewing adventures, keep things SIMPLE and choose All-Purpose Sewing Thread for Beginners. When you are shopping for thread in an actual store, you’ll see that are two to three major thread brands. Each of these […]
Best Brand Sewing Shears for Beginners
Since you are a beginner just learning to sew, you are right to get information about what are the Best Brand Sewing Shears for Beginners. I have news for you: There are several name brand sewing scissors that could rate as ‘best brand sewing shears’. (See my choices below…..) Sewing Shears for Beginners Amy’s TOP […]
Sewing Situations You’ll Wish You Had A Seam Ripper Alternative
Having multiple layers of thread to ‘rip’ thru calls for a Seam Ripper Alternative Have you tried using a seam ripper to cut reinforced threads but the seam ripper tip is actually too thick to get under the threads? I have experienced this and it is FRUSTRATING! To eliminate your frustration, it is VERY HELPFUL […]
Tips For Buying A Simple Sewing Machine for Beginners
Tips for Buying Simple Sewing Machines You’ve decided you are ready to learn to sew; Read these tips for buying a simple sewing machine for beginners. What is a Simple Sewing Machine? In my opinion, SIMPLE means when you look at the sewing machine , you don’t get overwhelmed by what you see. Simplicity also […]
Universal Sewing Machine Needles
Universal Sewing Machine Needles are needles that can be used for MOST woven and stable knit fabrics like cottons, cotton blend and silks; just good ole’ general home sewing. Since you are a Beginner Seamstress and most likely will be using cotton or cotton blend fabrics, these universal needles will be the perfect sewing machine […]