More Appliqué Techniques
In part 2 of Kerry Green’s appliqué series learn more appliqué techniques including bias tape appliqué and quick turn appliqué.
The easy way to change overlocker threads
this tutorial will teach you the easy way to change overlocker threads. No more stressing about rethreading your overlocker or serger with this simple method.
Longarm Quilters in the UK
An introduction to longarm quilting plus a list of longarm quilters in the UK.
Essential Tailoring Tools
Find out which essential tailoring tools you need to add to your sewing kit in order to sew professional garments.
Jeans Knee Repair Technique
Technique guide on repairing the knees on jeans
A Beginner’s Guide to Making Your Own Clothes
Learn how to sew your own clothes with these expert tips from Julie Bonnar.
How to take in trousers at the waist
Learn how to take in trousers at the waist to get a better fit.
How To Use Fusible Interfacing
Learn how to use fusible interfacing with our beginners guide. Includes tips for removing creases too.
Folded Star Tutorial
Learn how to make a folded fabric star with this folded star tutorial from The Complete Book of Patchwork, Quilting & Applique by Linda Seward.
Guide to lining fabrics
This article explores the different kinds of lining fabrics available for dressmakers and when to use them. A beginner’s guide to lining fabrics.
How to gather fabric
Learn how to gather fabric in this guide from Wendy Ward, author of How to Sew Sustainably.
Wonky Star Block
Learn how to make a wonky star block. This improv quilt block is 9 inches.
Cuddle Fleece Fabric Tutorial
Tutorial on how to prepare and sew with cuddle fleece
Corset Fabrics
A beginners guide to corset fabrics to help you choose the best fabric for your corset.
Ultimate Sewing Thread Guide
This ultimate sewing thread guide teaches you about the different types of thread and when to use them.
Sewing Machine Needles Guide
Guide to sewing machine needles
4 Feet for Accurate Stitching
Sewing machine feet for accurate sewing
Applique Techniques
Read our beginner’s guide to applique covering several different applique techniques.