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How to remove lint from a sewing machine
Tips and Tricks

How to remove lint from a sewing machine

If you’ve been sewing for a while, it’s only a matter of time before you go to change the bobbin and discover lint and dust bunnies have been breeding like crazy in your sewing machine. The amount of lint, fluff…

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Waddle over for the cutest Penguin Sewing Patterns
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Waddle over for the cutest Penguin Sewing Patterns

Penguins are cool (and I don’t just mean because they live in cool climates!). I love watching penguins waddle around and swim at the zoo or aquarium. I had such a great experience seeing them in the wild at Phillip…

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Get the perfect cut every time with the best sewing scissors!
Beginner

Get the perfect cut every time with the best sewing scissors!

Sewing scissors are one of the most important tools in your sewing kit. If your pattern pieces aren’t cut cleanly and accurately, it’s so much harder to sew accurate seams. It may seem like a small thing, but it can…

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Breathe fire into the best Dragon Plush Patterns
Toys

Breathe fire into the best Dragon Plush Patterns

Dragons are so popular right now. Whether you are into the Wings of Fire books, Game of Thrones House of the Dragon or just Puff the Magic Dragon, here are the best dragon plush patterns: Cute dragon stuffed toy sewing…

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What is seam allowance? | Sewing for beginners
Beginner

What is seam allowance? | Sewing for beginners

Understanding seam allowance is an important part of learning to sew. If you don’t sew with the correct seam allowance, your finished item may not look good. Let’s look at what is seam allowance, why it’s important and how much…

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Super-cute and Easy Sloth Sleep Mask | Free Sewing Tutorial
Tutorial

Super-cute and Easy Sloth Sleep Mask | Free Sewing Tutorial

Sew your own super-cute sloth sleep mask with this fun sewing tutorial and free pattern. I never really understood sleep masks. I found them annoying to wear, reminding me of restless sleep on long-haul flights, waking up with dry eyes….

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Sew Swimwear Like a Pro: Guide to the Best Swimsuit Fabrics
Fabric

Sew Swimwear Like a Pro: Guide to the Best Swimsuit Fabrics

Sewing a bathing suit can be intimidating. Swimwear fabrics feel like a completely different world if you’ve never sewn with them before. Swimwear fabric is not just about fashion. It needs to survive the rough conditions of the beach or…

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From Surf Style to Cool by the Pool: 17 Best Men’s Swim Trunks Sewing Patterns
Sewing for Men

From Surf Style to Cool by the Pool: 17 Best Men’s Swim Trunks Sewing Patterns

Looking for the perfect men’s swim trunks sewing pattern? Look no further than this collection of the best men’s swim trunks sewing patterns! From basic swim briefs (with extra cheek, if that’s your style) to stylish board shorts, these patterns…

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Where to Find Cheap Fabric to Practice Sewing
Beginner

Where to Find Cheap Fabric to Practice Sewing

When you’re learning to sew, you’ve really got to just dive in and start sewing. But fabric can be expensive and you don’t want to destroy that gorgeous fabric. Even if you’ve been sewing for a while, if you’re sewing…

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15 Horse Sewing Patterns guaranteed to make a horse lover smile
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15 Horse Sewing Patterns guaranteed to make a horse lover smile

Many little girls love horses, and my daughter is no exception. I don’t know where this interest in horses comes from. We don’t live anywhere near any horse farms. Perhaps it’s My Little Pony and other books and TV shows!…

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Sewing with Double Brushed Poly (DBP)
Fabric

Sewing with Double Brushed Poly (DBP)

It feels like I hear about a new fabric type every week. Double brushed poly (also known as DBP) is growing in popularity and is mentioned regularly in sewing Facebook groups and as a fabric option for lots of sewing…

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Free pocket baby bib sewing pattern (that actually catches the mess!)
Sewing for Baby | Tutorial

Free pocket baby bib sewing pattern (that actually catches the mess!)

Baby bibs make such a great handmade baby shower gift. You can never have too many and making your own gives them that little bit more personality. Use this free pocket bib pattern to make a whole fun collection. When…

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Free Santa Sunhat sewing pattern and tutorial
Christmas | Tutorial

Free Santa Sunhat sewing pattern and tutorial

Christmas in Australia is HOT. Santa hats made from wool and fleece just make you hot and sweaty! Where are the sun-smart Santa hats? You shouldn’t have to worry that your face will be as red as your Santa hat…

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Christmas Stocking Kits to sew
Christmas

Christmas Stocking Kits to sew

Christmas is coming and that means it’s time to start thinking about Christmas stockings! If you’re looking for a fun project, why not sew your own stocking? To make it even easier, get one of these Christmas stocking kits to…

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20+ Roar-some Dinosaur Sewing Patterns
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20+ Roar-some Dinosaur Sewing Patterns

Do you know a kid obsessed with dinosaurs? Whether your child loves T-rex or Triceratops, here are the best dinosaur sewing patterns, including costumes, stuffed animals and more. It’s amazing the amount of knowledge some kids have about different dinosaurs….

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Pattern Review: Resolution Tank from 5 out of 4
Pattern Review

Pattern Review: Resolution Tank from 5 out of 4

I’ve recently returned to playing my favourite sport from my childhood – netball. I played up to three times per week when I was younger. I stopped playing in my late twenties as I couldn’t commit to playing every week….

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What is a fat quarter in sewing
Quilting

What is a fat quarter in sewing

When visiting the fabric store for supplies for your next sewing project, it’s easy to be drawn to the display of brightly coloured fat quarters. But what is a fat quarter and when would you use one? What is a…

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Most magical Unicorn sewing patterns
Toys

Most magical Unicorn sewing patterns

Unicorn stuffed animals are the perfect way to make your child feel like they’re living in a magical world. They can cuddle with their favorite unicorn and take it everywhere they go. It’s so cute! And now, you can sew…

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30+ Fun Sewing enamel pins (and Quilting pins too!)
Gifts

30+ Fun Sewing enamel pins (and Quilting pins too!)

Whether you’re looking to add a personal touch to your denim jacket or create a cute display in your sewing room, here are the cutest sewing enamel pins. Enamel pins are a great stocking stuffer or little gift for someone…

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The Most Adorable Giraffe sewing patterns
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The Most Adorable Giraffe sewing patterns

If you know a kid who loves giraffes and why not create a unique, hand-stitched stuffed animal? It’s hard to find the perfect stuffed animal when your child loves something different to the norm. Giraffes are tall and elegant or…

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Pressing tools to take your sewing to the next level
Tips and Tricks

Pressing tools to take your sewing to the next level

Pressing is an important part of sewing and is necessary to give your projects a professional finish. With the right pressing tools, you’ll be able to press seams with ease, remove pesky wrinkles from fabric, and make sure everything looks…

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Sewing oilcloth: how-to, tips and tricks
Fabric | Tips and Tricks

Sewing oilcloth: how-to, tips and tricks

What is Oilcloth? Oilcloth is a durable, washable, cloth-like material made from woven cotton. It derives its name from the use of linseed and soya oils in its preparation (linoleum). Oilcloth was originally made by treating canvas fabric with multiple…

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From cozy to stylish: The best women’s joggers sewing patterns
Sewing for Women

From cozy to stylish: The best women’s joggers sewing patterns

Whether you want to pound the pavements, laze on the couch, or look stylish at the grocery store, having a women’s joggers sewing pattern in your collection is a must. Designed for style and comfort, joggers are fast becoming a…

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14 Best bikini sewing patterns for women
Sewing for Women

14 Best bikini sewing patterns for women

Wanting to sew the perfect swimwear for the beach or pool? From micro triangle to full coverage with ruching, here are the best bikini sewing patterns for women. Let’s face it – shopping for swimwear is a nightmare. Searching through…

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