Part 5 – Finishing touches The last thing and the most important part of your whole project are the finishing touches. Top stitching (if your pattern calls for it). Choose your thread wisely, take your time and sew straight as you can. Added trim. Adding trim puts a little pizzazz to your project. Buttons. Pick…
There are many small things that you can do in the process of sewing that will make your finished project look sharp and professional. I will share more over time – here are three of the more important tips and hints to get you started: Trimming threads – Take just a second after sewing each…
Picking out your fabric – Fabric may not seem like it makes a difference, but it can make a big difference in your finished project. With a little help and experience you can learn to select the right fabric for the right job. Back to the pattern for just a moment. Each pattern envelope has…
Part 2 in this series: The pattern. Of course the pattern is one of the most important parts of your project. When you are new to sewing you probably don’t know what to look for when selecting a pattern. Pattern companies try to make it easy for beginners these days. Look for the words ‘easy’,…
Part 1 in this series is: Getting to Know Your Sewing Machine. It may surprise you that simply getting familiar with your sewing machine can make a difference in the appearance your finished project. I have been sewing since I was 12 (or thereabouts) and I can use almost any machine. A few years ago I got…