Sewing

First and foremost- I don't want to knit it, I don't want to crochet it, and I don't want it to be slouchy or a newsboy hat. I'm trying desperately to find a tutorial, or some help, anywhere online, for how to make a stiff, good-looking, military-esque peaked cap. I have a...

Hello all, can anyone tell me how it's possible to draw my own pattern for a dress or a blouse which i saw in a picture and i'd like to sew? There is a blouse i like very much but i'm a newbie with the sewing machine (i've just started a week ago) and i still don't know what...

It was my birthday yesterday and i got my first sewing machine YAY. im so exited . i was wondering if any one new any good onlie shop wich send to englad/cyprus ??????????

So I bought this vintage machine at a yard sale, the lady said it was in good condition, and it makes the sound and the needle goes up an down... after some stress getting the bobbin thread through I discovered something isn't tight enough apparently and it won't stitch. It...

Hello everyone I’m Cloudgurl1986. I was just wandering if anyone else named there sewing machine and if so my did you choose that name? My sewing machine name is Cinderella, if she keeps up the good work she is going to the ball later this year. Where she will meet her prince...

i have a new sewing machine but i don't really know how to use itU_U well can you explain me it's kind of mmmm and know what???!!! thank you^-^

Hello all, need some help with my sewing, I am a very basic sewer(sewee?) I have a basic "brother" model sewing machine that the most crazy feature on is the zigzag stitch!! I'm not a nut when it comes to sewing but i know the basics that will hold a seam, dress, plush...

Hello, Hello. I am a gluer, not a sewer. It all started in 8th grade Home Ec. I plugged in my first sewing machine and BOOM! The wall socket blew. It set the precedence for the rest of the semester, and life for that matter when it came to using a sewing machine. Can't thread...

I was just on my sewing machine and it started going really slow, even with my foot all the way down. I then noticed there was a little bit of smoke coming out from the upper unit where the needle comes down and where the light is and all the motor and belts etc. Does anyone...

Hi, I live in the UK and want to buy a sewing machine. Could anyone recommend a good one for a beginner ? I did try one of those mini ones but the thread kept snapping. Something that wont scare me but that has all the things i might need to use for general making of crafty...

I know the title sounds a bit strange, a few months ago I found out my sister is expecting her 4th baby. She has three boys, 4 years old, 3 years old and 18 months. We also found out last Saturday that this baby is going to be a girl YAAAAY FINALLY!!! I've always wanted a...

Sew Magazine are doing a deal on their website where you can sign up for 3 months for 3. Its an amazing deal as the magazine is normally a couple of quid plus you always get a pattern free too and thats normally worth about a tenner. Go to this website -...

Hello Crafters I'm working on a speech about why sewing is great and why more people should do it. I'd like to have some inspiration from the real deal, so why do YOU enjoy sewing? What makes it so enjoyable for you? Much help would be greatly appreciated

ok this may ba a little strange but i am desperate. is anyone willing to be my online sewing tutor/mentor. someone who can show me sites or there peprsonal step by step techniques. my friend wants me to make her a momocon costume and i can sew by hand but i just bought a new...

My friend wants to take up a pair of jeans, however she has no sewing machine. 1) Is it possible to do it without a machine. 2) If it is, does anyone have a guide on how to do it? Thanks awesome CO+K people And scuse my ignorance

Does anyone know where i could find sewing patterns for a backpack and for a beltbag?I cant find anything that I could sew by hand...Dont have a sewing mashine...

Hey! does anyone know if a sewing machine would stitch playing cards??

What are the best stitches to use when making plush toys? I either use a straight running stitch but I'm also learning to use damn forgotten what its called but its cute anyways. Would like to learn more stitches appropriate for soft small toy animals or creatures

I'm getting a sewing machine in a couple of weeks as my Christmas prezzie and I want to know whats something simple for a person who's never used a sewing machine before? and I mean ever lol I'll be having lessons on how to use the machine from the shop I bought it from so...

Hey out there! i just thought about the idea of a sewing club for teenagers, that already sew in hamburg... i dont want to have these "learn how to sew" lessons at the volkshochschule anymore... i just thought maybe there is a chance to find somebody in here that thinks the...

Sorry if a similar topic has already been posted but i would love to hear if anyone knows of any good websites that sell craft supplies at reasonable prices (preferably to the UK). Thanks alot! Any other suggestions on where you guys find your materials would be appreciated...

i got a new elna 2600 sewing machine for my birthday. i've never like sewing but my mum said i'm too artistic, she like my designs, i'm gonna learn wether i like it or not. well, i'm 15 and don't know of anyone who sews, our school doesn't have a home ec class at all. and...

So, I'm currently saving up for a dress form. I have 30 dollars, and its 100. I get 10/week in allowance but that gets spent sometimes on fabric and music...so I obviously need more money :/ SO I was thinking that maybe I could sew on patches for Boy Scouts/Girl Scouts for 1...

Hello all. i'm new to the boards so it's nice to meet you all and I apologize in advance for the long post. i'm wondering if anyone has some ideas for some basic sewing projects (i'm fairly new to it) I have a bunch of fabric I picked up in a sale and while I have some stuff...

I just found the funnest tutorial on making a romper/playsuite!!! I'm just learning to sew on a machine and it seems like a great beginner project! I'm sure most of you are skilled at this whole 'making clothes' thing and can help! So, I have 3 questions... 1. How do I measure...

i have no idea how to hand sew but im pretty good with a sewing machine. any tips for how best to hand sew? and, personally, do you think hand sewing or machine sewing is better? thanks!

Hey, everyone! I'm back to plushie obsession only this time I'm making them for my shop..in the past I had always sewn them with some strange stitch that I'm sure has an actual name but I certainly don't know it and when I'd turn my plushies right-side out the stitches always...

To all the experts and beginners out there... Pls help me with this... I wanted to buy my first sewing machine as a gift to myself... There are so many brand and features that i don't know which one to choose... do you have any recommendations for me? as well as what features...

I've lost the needle plate (the cover for where the bobbin goes) on my sewing machine!! It's a Singer Inspiration 4205/4210, does anyone know where I can buy one?

hey, i'm looking to buy a new sewing machine since my old one is completely dead, really should bury it or something. anyway in my town there is only one shop that sells machines and they only have 4 to offer... and i can't find any reviews online for these models. hence i...