Beginner sewer

Using either a running stitch or backstitch is two of the most common methods to sew a seam by hand. Although they are not always as strong as using a sewing machine, there are times that you can’t beat the convenience that comes with sewing by hand. As a beginner sewer, one of the things […]

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When Daisy Braid started sewing, patterns were out of her budget so she just started DIYing! Sew It Yourself with DIY Daisy is a colorful, size-inclusive and inspiring book for sewers of all stages and abilities, beginners included. It includes guides on everything you need to get started (including equipment, materials and basic techniques) and step-by-step projects with clear instructions, photographs and illustrations that will take the scary out of sewing. Daisy's designs use simple…

Did you know September is not only National Sewing Month but also National Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) Awareness Month? It’s a great time of year to use your sewing skills to donate to a NICU near you, or through an organization like Preemies of the Carolinas. Minky is a super soft and cuddly fabric that makes great loveys and baby blankets. In this post, I’m going to share tips for how to sew with minky fabric, a baby lovey, and blanket sizing chart, and the pattern for this preemie…

35 Top Sewing Supplies for Beginners can be found here. These sewing tools will help any beginner sewer get started sewing quickly!