Sewing Tips, Techniques, & How-Tos

 If you're wondering how to hem knit garments like yoga pants, leggings, or t-shirts with your sewing machine, this video is for you. Three methods are featured: 

1) Straight stitch with a single needle that incorporates stretch

2) Narrow zigzag stitch with a single needle

3) Twin needle stitching 

 Design, decorate, or embellish your garments and quilts using applique. This tutorial demonstrates tips and techniques for doing satin-stitched applique on simple designs. Information on selecting sewing machine feet, thread colours, and sewing machine settings are included.

 Design, decorate, or embellish your garments and quilts using applique. This tutorial demonstrates basic and more advanced tips and techniques for doing satin-stitched applique on a more complex layered design. Included is how to use an applique pressing sheet, as well as information on stabilizing the design, thread choice, sewing machine feet, and sewing machine settings.

Two template files are available:

1) Bird templates

2) Sewing machine templates

https://www.dropbox.com/scl/fo/y21qcch5gu9urpapolepl/AByRbc9wq0z6e8oLqtdI9lc?rlkey=hobxgp5zzqe8z2cbiiv63aek6&st=jhr31dja&dl=0

 Which method works best for creating an "invisible" hem on a garment? This video compares using the blind-hem foot on the sewing machine to hand stitching. Which one do you think makes the most "invisible" hem?

 This basic zipper application is often found in the centre back of garments. It can also be seen on pillow covers, duvet covers, pouches, bags and other zippered items. Learn techniques, tips, and tricks to get a professional finish when installing this type of zipper.

 My favourite zipper application! This zipper can be used on side and center back seams of garments. It can also be seen on pillow covers, duvet covers, pouches, bags and other zippered items. Learn techniques, tips, and tricks to get a professional finish on this zipper style.

 If sewing an invisible zipper is challenging for you or you haven't tried one yet, check out this video! It includes instruction on how to use a universal invisible zipper foot, as well as tips and tricks for making your invisible zipper "disappear" into a seam.