Hi there! I’m Christine Conner from Amélie Scott Designs. My daughter Katie and I recently attended the “Feet Retreat” at … More
Transform a plain T-shirt into something one-of-a-kind with an in-the-hoop pocket peeker! … More
Join in for part two of One Shirt Pattern Three Ways! This week, you’ll embellish the sleeve with pintucks and decorative stitches. … More
Focusing on the the straight stitch – the simplest sewing machine stitch, available on every sewing machine – Libby shows the effects of different factors, such as stitch length, presser foot, and stitch plate on this versatile stitch. … More
For a nice, crisp corner on your collars, pillows, or facings, try this method borrowed from the ready-to-wear industry.
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Use the built-in stitches of your sewing machine to make a simple, custom key wristlet. … More
Part seven of our Rulerwork for Beginners Series is all about stitching waves—a very easy and versatile design. … More
Why not spruce up your gift giving with these adorable gift card envelopes made with wool? It’s also a great use for the decorative stitches on your machine.
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Let’s talk about the dreaded moment when you realize you made a mistake and have to get the seam ripper out to remove some stitches. But not for any simple, straight seam. For an overlocker seam. Terror sets in, anxiety levels rise up and all you want to do is throw away that cursed project. But wait, there is still hope! … More
Are you curious about a coverstitch machine and what it does? This machine is key to achieving that perfect polished … More
Learn how to create binding with ruffles! It’s great for quilts that need a bit more color, texture or a tactile element. … More
The running stitch – three zigs to the left, three zags to the right, repeat – has been getting a lot of notice lately in Modern Quilting as an alternative to quilting with lines of plain straight stitch. But that’s not the only way to use the running stitch. It’s also excellent for piecing together remnants of batting. … More
