Textiles

When we think of tie dye, a bright white shirt with colors splattered all over it instantly comes to mind. This is usually the foundation for tie dye because it’s…

Applique is used in sewing where you add smaller pieces of fabric on top of a larger one to create shapes and patterns. Many quilters have found tremendous success using…

Sewing machines are one of the most versatile craft machines available. While it may seem like all they can do is sew, depending on the machine you purchase, you can…

Are you ready for a chance to enhance and upgrade your sewing abilities? If so, then the sergers explored in this blog post will get you going! Whether you’re a…

Quilting is a common craft hobby across the country. For centuries, women and men have made quilts by hand. Although they were originally made by hand sewing, we now have…

Choosing batting is one of the most challenging tasks for new quilters. Not only are there a myriad of options, but there also several other considerations like loft and fiber.…

Getting fabric from the thrift store is all fun and games until you see a questionable, crusty stain that seems very disconcerting. If you’re wondering whether it’s a semen stain…

As an adult, you may think that the days of having your heart set on a plastic tiara and dressing up in frilly lace are long gone, but that doesn’t…

If you love experimenting with textiles, then you’d be glad to know that tea is a highly effective colorant for natural fabrics. Dyeing fabric with tea is a cheap and…

Stitching needlepoint in-hand can produce wonderful results for those experienced in the craft. But if you are pretty green at it, you may need to secure your needlepoint canvas firmly…