Let’s be honest with ourselves, there’s nothing worse than realizing your shirt or blouse is missing a button. Whether it popped off randomly and you have seemingly lost it, or you know exactly where it is, I’m going to show you some ways of fixing this embarrassing clothing problem. We don’t always have a sewing…
It happens to all of us: one day we’re going about our business in our favorite pair of jeans, only to discover that a hole has appeared and is ruining our style. There are several ways to deal with holes in jeans. One of which of course is to sew it up. However, we’re not…
Mesh fabric is very commonly used for shoes. However, as I’m sure you’re aware if you own a pair, it isn’t the most robust material at times. As a result of using nylon and polyester, the mesh fabric is highly breathable, but this comes at the expense of durability. I’m sure you can relate to…
It happens to all of us. One day you are working on something or simply going about your business when you feel a tear. You turn around to see the back pocket of your jeans hanging by a thread. It was your favorite pair of jeans too… As a staple in so many people’s wardrobe,…
Both comfortable and stylish, suede boots are a great addition to the wardrobe and can seem too good to throw out after some wear and tear. That’s why you should fight for your suede boots, and try your best to keep them in top shape and stay on top of minor repairs. But what if…
Scissors are one of the most essential additions to your sewing kit. Owning a pair of good sewing scissors can help you transform your piece of work into a work of art. Arthritis is a chronic disease which occurs with age. It is the inflammation of joints which causes stiff joints and pain. This can…
Leather is one of the major products that is extensively used in the fashion industry. This processed product is used widely in apparel, accessories, and footwear. Different types of leather are incorporated into various projects. The type of leather used depends on the nature of the design. However, people directly involved in fashion designing or…
Denim, or jeans, is a strong fabric made of a blend of cotton and polyester, which makes for a fabric that is robust and long-lasting. Sewing denim requires a specific skill set and certain tools. With the right type of needle and thread, you can easily hand-sew or machine-sew your pair of jeans. Using some…
Scissors make any kind of tedious work simple if they are sharp, and we may be a good designer or can sew like a whiz but it all depends on a good pair of scissors. Scissors aren’t something that we buy as often as we can buy fabric or the other paraphernalia to make the…
Transparent thread is one of the most creative inventions made in the field of sewing and stitching. It belongs to the class of tricky materials that are required for stitching and can turn your sewing project into a dream come true. It is primarily used to make stitches that can be concealed. Other uses involve…