Sewing A Blind Hem!
Hate hemming by hand and have a straight hem - why not give blind hemming a go.
Pattern Matching
Pattern matching shows real attention to detail and is totally worth it for those special fabrics (or just those people who pay attention to details!). Here’s a quick run down...
Using Ban-Rol For Narrow Hemming
Ban-Rol is a great product to use for hemming shifty, fine or sheer fabrics. Read on to find out how.
Narrow Hemming
This is my favourite method for narrow hemming. I love it as no pinning is needed and it can be completed in 4 easy steps.
Using Bias Binding To Bind A V-Neck
Here’s how to bind a V-neck using single fold binding. An alternative method to this will follow next week.
Using Bias Binding To Bind A 90 Degree Corner
A quick how-to on binding a 90 degree corner. It’s simple to do and provides a clean and professional finish.
Using Bias Binding To Bind A Seam
Here you'll find a quick how to use single fold bias tape to encase raw edges. This can look great around necklines, armholes or even hems.
Using Bias Binding As A Facing
Here's a quick run down on how to attach bias binding to a garment as a facing. This is a great way to finish the raw edges on garments.
Self-Covered Buttons
Here’s a quick ‘how to’ on creating your own self-covering buttons. A great way to make sure your buttons match your project perfectly.
Meet Becky!
Meet our resident expert Becky who will be adding valuable tips and advice to our Tips on Tuesday blogs (from next week!). Meet Becky...
A Few More Piping Tips!
If you're wanting to use piping for your next project and would like a few tips on making your own piping, joining piping together and molding it around curves read...
Tips On Tuesday - Joining Piping.
Here’s a quick ‘how to’ join piping in a round. Perfect for adding piping to cushions or necklines or armholes.
