Dreamer! Today, we will show you how to gather with elastic thread on your domestic sewing machine. Gathers can be used to give volume as decoration or to adjust garments. Let’s to know how to achieve this nice finish with elastic thread. Materials: For this technique, you will need few materials. Elastic thread (recognize itContinue reading “How to gather with elastic thread”
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How to do 4-step buttonholes * 4-step buttonhole foot
Dreamer! We know that making buttonholes can be a difficult task. So, today, we will show you how to do 4-step buttonholes with your domestic sewing machine. We know that making buttonholes can be a difficult task, but nowadays there are sewing machines with this special function to achieve perfect results. In the following images,Continue reading “How to do 4-step buttonholes * 4-step buttonhole foot”
How to calculate the amount of fabric for each sewing project
Dreamer! In today’s post, we tell you how to make a template guide to calculate the amount of fabric for a sewing project. We know it will be very useful, especially if you are starting to make your first garments. Whether you will make a garment with patterns made by yourself or with commercial patterns,Continue reading “How to calculate the amount of fabric for each sewing project”
Tips about domestic sewing machine bobbins
Lining matters
The lining of the garments you make is essential in your sewing projects. Always put this detail in your creations! It’s elemental because in this way your garments will last longer. And today, we will talk about this important fabric. Interlining, sometimes referred to as interlining, is the technique of using an additional layer orContinue reading “Lining matters”
How to sew a mitered corner
Dreamer! Learn how to sew a mitered corner for your quilting and patchwork projects, in today’s post, we show you how to do it quickly and to get a perfect finish. We prepared a step-by-step on how to achive perfect results when sewing a mitered corner. Save this post and get ready to start aContinue reading “How to sew a mitered corner”
What the microstitch is?
Dreamer! In today’s post, we will talk to you about an incredible tool we tested, the Microstitch… and, what the microstitch is? Well, continue reading to know the details. It’s time to add this amazing tool to your sewing kit. In case you don’t know it or don’t know what it’s for, here’s a littleContinue reading “What the microstitch is?”
Basic hand and machine seams
Dreamer! There are many basic hand and machine seams that will be useful when you make a sewing project. This is why we will show you the main of them you can find and use in the next sewing project in today’s post. What is a seam in sewing? First let’s talk about the actualContinue reading “Basic hand and machine seams”
Types of zippers
Dreamer! In today’s post, we will let you know the types of zippers, what is recommended for using each one, and their advantages. So stay here and learn all the details below! First… zippers are the most popular method to close a garment or a pocket, they are easy to purchase and easy to placeContinue reading “Types of zippers”
Useful tips for your over machine threads
Dreamer, in today’s post on our blog, we share some tips you can easily apply with your overlock machine threads to make the most of them you have at home. Sometimes, it isn´t easy to buy several cones of thread of a particular color to manufacture a single garment. Therefore, we have 4 tips forContinue reading “Useful tips for your over machine threads”
How to sew an exposed zipper
Dreamer! In today’s post, we share this step-by-step tutorial to learn how to place and sew an exposed zipper. Check the details below. By applying it this way the teeth, also known as elements, are visible on the front of the garment. This type of application is very useful to help us enhance our garmentsContinue reading “How to sew an exposed zipper”
Tension of a domestic sewing machine
Dreamer! in today’s post, we will show you how to easily check the tension on your domestic sewing machine to achieve perfect stitching! Tension Sewing machine tension refers to how easily the thread can pull through the machine to get even stitches on top and bottom. It’s usually adjusted from a dial at the frontContinue reading “Tension of a domestic sewing machine”
Tips for sewing corduroy
Dreamer! Today, we will tell you some characteristics and 5 tips for sewing corduroy to consider in your following projects! Corduroy… It’s a bold fabric similar to velvet, smooth and made up of crisscrossed fibers. When they are in parallel, they form the distinctive motive with vertical ribbing. Unlike velvet, which sews into a silkContinue reading “Tips for sewing corduroy”
Zig-zag stitches for elastic fabrics
Dreamer, if you select elastic fabrics for your following project, we recommend you use these 2 different zig-zag stitches. A zig-zag stitch is exactly what it sounds like, a stitch that directs the thread in zig-zag lines rather than straight lines. So, the primary purpose of a zig-zag stitch when stitching a seam: Is toContinue reading “Zig-zag stitches for elastic fabrics”
How to pleat tulle
Would you like to know how to pleat tulle? Well, today we will show you a straightforward step-by-step to achieve perfect pleats in tulle. This type of fabric brings a lot of volume to the garments, but it can be a little fragile. With this technique, you will avoid tearing your fabric when pleating. YouContinue reading “How to pleat tulle”
Have you heard about Smock technique?
Today we will talk about the smock technique, the finish is very lovely, and you can apply it to various fabrics for your sewing projects! The smock is a decorative technique with gathers that serves to give flight and adorn the garments. This type of technique is recommended for thin and full-bodied fabrics. This willContinue reading “Have you heard about Smock technique?”
How to change the threads on your domestic Overlock machine
Dreamer! Today you will learn to change the threads from your domestic overlock machine with this easy and quick step-by-step guide! In addition, you will find a video with the tutorial to better illustrate this task! Let’s start! Step 1 Cut the threads you already have. Cut them after the support base. Step 2 AndContinue reading “How to change the threads on your domestic Overlock machine”
How to sew an invisible zipper
Hello Dreamers! Let’s learn how to sew an invisible zipper correctly! Enjoy this step-by-step tutorial and try it on your following project. You can check out our official YouTube channel, where you can find more tutorials and sewing hacks. Let’s start with this guide! We need: Invisible zipper Fabric Thread Scissors An iron Zipper footContinue reading “How to sew an invisible zipper”
Scissors for your sewing projects
Dreamer! Today we will show you the different types of scissors for your sewing and embroidery projects. Continue reading for you to learn more about it. Scissors are such an ancient invention; you will be surprised by these three curious facts about them. 1. Since the Bronze Age, scissors have existed for specific tasks suchContinue reading “Scissors for your sewing projects”
Tips for making hems on knitted fabrics
Dreamer, we share three tips that will be very useful when making hems on knitted fabrics; check here our recommendations in the following post before sewing your garments. Tip 1 for hemming Before sewing, with the help of the iron, mark the hem: Press the fabric lifting the iron without dragging it and manipulate theContinue reading “Tips for making hems on knitted fabrics”
Sewing Darts
The sewing darts are structural elements that allow the fabric to conform to body contours and curves. Continue reading for the complete info Darts are most common at the bust but may also be found at the waist, hips, and elbows. First, we will show you the variation of the essential you already know: WaistContinue reading “Sewing Darts”
Torzal thread
Dreamer, today we will show you the features of the torzal thread. Check the complete info to know more about. The torzal thread is a strong thread composed of two or three smaller threads or strands twisted together. You can use it for various purposes, as for binding small parcels, making nets…etc. Let’s know moreContinue reading “Torzal thread”
How to sew a zipper fly
Dreamer! today, we prepared for you a step-by-step post with instructions on how to sew a zipper fly! Use the presser foot correctly for each sewing project, see its applications, and which stitches you can use it with. And you can use it for this task. Don’t worry if this is your first approach toContinue reading “How to sew a zipper fly”
Useful accessories to work with your domestic overlock machine
Dreamer, if you use your overlock frequently, we recommend you always have these accessories for the overlock machine at hand. They will be very helpful when working. Although most of the overlock machines come with an accessory case included, we recommend you to have an extra set ready for any eventuality. Especially if we areContinue reading “Useful accessories to work with your domestic overlock machine”
How to finish seams with open bias binding
Dreamer, today we present how to finish seams with open bias. Some examples of their use are in views, hems, or decorations in your sewing projects. The result will be a bias with a clean and flat finish. Check out the step-by-step we prepared for you in the following images. We hope you enjoy thisContinue reading “How to finish seams with open bias binding”
Magnetic seam guide
Dreamer, today we will show you the magnetic seam guide, a beneficial tool that you will want to use in all your sewing projects. Using this tool is simple and requires little preparation to work perfectly for any project. And here we will tell you what it is. Let’s know it! A magnetic seam guideContinue reading “Magnetic seam guide”
Types of sewing darts for lower garments
Dreamer, in today’s post, we will tell you how to adjust your clothes, such as skirts, shorts, or pants with darts; here, we will show you the most common types of sewing darts for lower garments. Hip darts Dreamer, this type of dart, adjusts the garments from the lower body to the waist and shapesContinue reading “Types of sewing darts for lower garments”