This post is about the most commonly used stitches used with a sewing machine to sew. You are spoilt for choices in almost all modern sewing machines – so many stitches! – the sewing machine dealer ...

Learning how to sew is no rocket science (I wouldn’t have learned it otherwise ☺ ). It is not even as complicated as cooking. You may disagree on that, but for me cooking IS complicated. And Sewing is ...

Truly sustainable fashion starts with our own two hands. Buying fewer clothes, finding secondhand pieces, or investing in eco-conscious garments is a great start, but learning a few basic hand-sewing ...

Sewing has somehow become a rare skill in the modern age of mass-produced clothing from China. But as our pockets keep shrinking, we have to look at other ways of lengthening the lives of our clothes, ...

One of the most exciting parts of a sewer’s journey to making their own clothes or craft projects is exploring sewing patterns. Whether it’s one of our free Prima sewing projects or Prima Patterns, ...

Curtains are not only about covering the windows; they are about your home's style and mood, providing a base for individual expression. If the concept of creating tailored window treatments gets you ...

Beyond everyday essentials, T-shirts offer a blank canvas for expressing creativity and personal style. For anyone looking to infuse their wardrobe with unique flair or handcraft a thoughtful gift, a ...

In the group photo from left to right: Nelie Baird, Jolene van Rooyen, Tamare Dzvarai, Petro Mollers and Magda McGeer. Photo: Supplied VANDERBIJLPARK. – The course consisted of basic sewing by hand ...

I started to sew for a simple, selfish reason: I just wanted cool clothes that actually fit my body. I was a very tall teenage girl in an era long before online shopping was popular, living in a small ...

The impact of the COVID-19 (novel coronavirus) continues to create uncertainty and concern both globally and here in our community. Following Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) ...