Pfaff and Bernina are two well-known sewing machine brands that date back to the 1800s. But how do you decide which sewing machine to get if you’re wanting to upgrade or buy one for the first time? Both Pfaff and Bernina provide a variety of manual and automated sewing, quilting, and embroidery machines. Because the […]

Screen printing is a common method of putting a pattern onto fabric for t-shirts, bags, and hoodies, but what happens if you need to remove the printed design? Perhaps you have a side business screen printing t-shirts to sell on Etsy, or perhaps you acquired a comfortable hoodie at a thrift store and want to […]

Do you ever have trouble deciding which type of pants to buy when you want both comfort and style? Mom jeans and boyfriend jeans are both popular right now, yet they have very distinct appearances. What exactly is the difference between mom jeans and boyfriend jeans? Mom jeans have a high waist, whereas boyfriend jeans […]

Fabric markers can be used to add detailed detail to hand-drawn art or might be given to a kindergartener for a colorful project. Before you or your children spend hours refining your fabric art, you’ll probably want to know how long it will last. Is it true that fabric markers may be washed away? Because […]

I came into a dilemma trying to make a stiff petticoat for a vintage 1950s type dress. To complement the retro aesthetic, I desired a fully three-dimensional clothing. When I learned how to stiffen fabric, I discovered this. Stiffeners are used to maintain the shape of a piece of fabric. Sugar, gelatin, cornstarch and hairspray […]

Ever thought to yourself, “That would make a great t-shirt!” after finding the ideal Grumpy Cat meme on the internet? Now that you’ve got your own heat press, you can transform that meme into a hilarity in minutes. This guide will teach you the basics of how to heat press a shirt, whether you want […]

The sleeves of your favorite sweater or t-shirt may no longer reach your wrists after being washed. It’s not uncommon for laundry to shrink during the wash cycle. By following a few basic laundry recommendations, you can keep your clothes from shrinking! Coldwater and gentle cycle washing is the greatest technique to keep clothes from […]

Do you ever get overwhelmed by all the different sizes and measurements when you go shopping for clothing?? Getting shirts, underwear, and coats to fit snugly in the chest is one of the most difficult sizing challenges. The good news is that you can learn how to estimate your chest size in advance of your […]

Everything from wedding veils to window coverings may be made from sheer fabric. Choosing the right material can be difficult because there are so many possibilities to choose from! These 15 sheer fabric types and names can come in handy if you find yourself lost! The translucent weave of sheer fabrics allows the spectator to […]

After losing a lot of weight, it’s exciting to find old jeans that used to fit you but are now too big around your waist, but how do you get those pants to fit you again? One of the simplest ways to reduce the size of jeans that are too big is to just cut […]