My husband was working on our truck and needed some new gaskets. He had read on the Internet that some guys were cutting these parts out of cereal boxes and he wondered, “Could this be done on Mary’s sewing machine with the cutwork tool?”
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A great tip for keeping your sewing area clean by saving scraps of batting! … More
It’s easy to make your own fabric Valentines using bits and pieces of fabric and quilt blocks. A wonderful, personally-crafted card from a crafty person to someone who knows you love fabrics and quilting. They will love it, and you will have saved $4 to $5 on a purchased card. … More
The only thing more fun than making this pet toy is watching your cat play with it! See how easy it is to create with a full-length, step-by-step video tutorial by Professor Pincushion. … More
The upcoming Just SEW It webinar on January 17 is all about stitching that stands out! Thick topstitching threads in the needle and heavy decorative threads in the bobbin can add just the right touch of drama to your latest project. … More
Take a peek at the contents of the latest issue of our magazine, Through the Needle ONLINE, then click the link to download your FREE copy! … More
Sewing buttons on by machine is faster and more secure than hand sewing, and almost all sewing machines can do it! Here are three ways to stitch 2- or 4-hole flat buttons in place. … More
The top resolutions for sewers this year is to clean and organize sewing supplies and spaces. We’re here to help you get your sewing nook in order with a whole list of tips and tutorials. … More
Jane Sassaman’s Illinois Album quilt is finally finished! After so many years as a quilt artist she has to learned to listen to each quilt and follow its dictates… even if it means a lot more time than originally planned. … More
What can you do when you want to embroider an item that won’t fit into an embroidery hoop? Some items are too small, such as collars and onesies, and others are too bulky, such as quilts and denim jackets. Kay Hickman shows how to secure these items in the hoop using paper-backed, pressure-sensitive stabilizers. … More
As I travel around the country, I find that I am often asked about hooping. Hooping is the most essential … More
