Inspired by Martha Stewart, the handmade movement and reality television shows like "Project Runway," 35 million sewing hobbyists are leaving a wake of fabric remnants and notions behind them. With ...

Ever bought a pair of pants only to later find they're too long? Ever lost a button or ripped a shirt? Don't panic; this workshop can help! We’ll cover the basics of how to use a sewing machine and ...

Once upon a time, saying something looked “homemade” was perceived as an insult. But now that fast-fashion brands have made cheap clothes accessible on a global scale, everyone is dressing the same.

Houston – September marks National Sewing Month, a tradition recognized by President Ronald Reagan in 1982, celebrating an art that has been a cornerstone of homemaking for centuries. Sewing has ...

Whether you’re a seasoned sewer who can whip up a garment in no time or you’re new to the hobby and looking to improve, it’s important to have the right sewing machine. You should look for a machine ...

Before the pandemic, Kate Bauer didn’t even know how to sew on a button. But when the Toronto-based PhD student and content creator, who goes by the handle @readwritethrift, managed to score a free ...

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Free-motion quilting, preloaded alphabets, and hundreds of stitches—today’s sewing machines do more than stitch in a straight line. By Carol Benton, Stacey L. Nash Updated Oct 13, 2023 12:40 PM EDT We ...