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How to pair your needle and thread for perfect stitches ? Hello fellow sewist! You're finally sewing, and you've got all the tools and supplies you need to keep you going. Occasionally, you'll hit a few roadblocks like breaking a needle or your thread keeps shredding. Many sewists will immediately blame the machine, but the most likely culprit coul …

You've been sewing for some time now and realized you had accumulated quite a few new tools and notions. That repurposed cookie tin isn't handling most of your new sewing tools anymore, and you need to reorganize your sewing space!We all need storage space solutions to help us reach what we need effortlessly. Knowing where your tools live helps us become more productive and saves time, so here are a few sewing tools and notions storage ideas.If you have one of these tins, it might be time for an …

No matter what brand or model your machine is, you'll need to frequently clean and oil it to keep it running smoothly and problem-free. Many of the issues you'll face while sewing often stems from having a poorly maintained machine. You can prevent skipped stitches and needle breakage with frequent cleaning and oiling your sewing machine. Changing to a fresh new needle can dramatically change the quality of your stitches.Here are top tips on caring for your sewing machine!1- First, turn off you …

Fabrics fresh from the fabric store are usually pre-treated with all sorts of dyes and chemicals during the production stage. It sounds pretty alarming, but most of these chemicals aren't the toxic type. They are used to aid in manufacturing - formaldehyde is used to give stability to fibers, bleach is used to whiten them, and starch is used to help with weaving the fabrics.Giving your fabrics a bath to eliminate chemicals isn't the only reason to pre-treat your fabric. Fabrics can shrink after …

Are you an avid sewist looking to create a wardrobe that is uniquely yours? But do you find shopping for fabric online a challenge? We totally get it! Finding the perfect fabric online can be a hassle. But don't worry, we've made it easy for you! At G Street Fabrics and Home Decorating Center, we know that when it comes to shopping for fabric online, the lack of touch can be a major drawback. But fear not. Our detailed fabric listings help you decide on the fabric type that suits your needs …