Stitch in the Ditch - Are you using it often enough? September 15, 2021"Stitching in the ditch" is a technique which involves sewing down the channel of an existing seam (the "ditch") to secure pieces of a garment in place without the stitches being seen...
Become Our New Brand Ambassador August 25, 2021You do have to be accepted as an Ambassador (apply here) and it starts by meeting the following criteria: Have an active subscription to one of our Cool Stitches Sewing...
Shedding Light on Your Bobbin Thread Options August 20, 2021Last evening in our local sewing club meeting we were reviewing sewing machines and overcoming sewing headaches. The subject of the bobbins and threads came up and created quite the...
Top 10 Needle Troubleshooting Tips August 12, 2021I just finished servicing a wonderful Singer 401A and noticed that this old machine that runs so dang well had a brand new needle installed. I was pleased to see...
Tips: Your Half Measurements and Why They Matter July 21, 2021"Knowing your half measurements will help you know which garments to take into the dressing room to try on. Saves time and frustration! But they also can serve as another...
Review: Ginger by Sallie Tomato June 28, 2021I've had my eye on the Ginger handbag pattern by Sallie Tomato for some time. I finally pulled the trigger and selected it for our Bags Totes Organizers sewing subscription...