10 Tips for Buying a Sewing Machine You'll Love

10 Tips for Buying a Sewing Machine You'll Love

One of the most common questions people ask is what kind of sewing machine they should buy. There are many different brands and models of sewing machines that run the gamut of pricing from hundreds to thousands of dollars. With all those options, it can be a little overwhelming to figure out where to start. And when you’re buying a sewing machine, you want it to be a piece of equipment that you will love using for many years to come. Whether you are looking to start sewing or want to upgrade your current machine, these tips will help make the process of buying a sewing machine as smooth as possible.

I bought my current machine about four years ago. I'm really happy with the machine and I believe that's because I was very careful and thoughtful with how I approached the purchase. Today, I'll be sharing all of those tips with you so that no matter what your budget is, you will (hopefully!) end up with a machine that you love using for many years to come.

How to use fusible interfacing - Video Tutorial

How to use fusible interfacing - Video Tutorial

In today's video, I'll be showing you how to fuse iron-on interfacing to fabric. Interfacing is an extra layer of fabric that is used to make certain parts of a garment thicker and more sturdy. You'll often find it used in button plackets, collars, waistbands and facings. In the tutorial, I'll share all my tips for how to adhere iron-on interfacing to your fabric and prevent puckering or separating.

My favorite sewing tools

My favorite sewing tools

Today, I'm sharing my favorite sewing tools. These are the tools that I use often and that make a huge difference in the quality and/or ease of my sewing. I share why I love these tools and a little bit about how I use them.

I'm generally, pretty minimalist when it comes to tools. I only like to have things that I know are going to be useful. So, even though there are nineteen sewing tools on my list, you can rest assured that I use these all the time. If you're looking for ideas on how to build out your sewing tool kit or help someone else build theirs, this is a great video for you.