Things To Think About When Modifying A Pattern

One thing you need to check when you use a pattern is that the size you have chosen actually will fit you. There seem to be some irregularities in patterns. Such as it may accommodate the width of the pattern but a little thing like the neck, it doesn’t fit. Or if you are making an apron, the ties for the neck have not been calculated to aid the different neck sizes. 

Which sewing machine needle to use for which fabric?

For full disclosure, I receive commissions for purchases made through highlighted links in these posts. Beginning with the question, “which sewing machine is the best for all types of fabric”, is really the wrong question. Thus the correct questions is “Many machines will work well on all types of fabric IF you have the correct […]

How To Sew A Pumpkin Placemat from Scratch

I receive commissions for purchases made through highlighted links in this post. I wanted to sew placemats for Thanksgiving and just thought maybe someone else would like to too. I decided to make the pattern myself and just put the pieces together with applique and a nice tight zigzag stitch on the edges.  Now you […]