by courtneydaily | May 28, 2023 | Uncategorized
It’s time to delve into a topic that adds shape and structure to our creations – sewing darts. They are essential to our fabric toolbox, breathing life and contour into our flat pieces of fabric. Darts are a must when you learn to sew. Without them, we may just as...
by courtneydaily | Jan 10, 2024 | Uncategorized
Fraying fabric is the arch-nemesis of any sewing enthusiast. That moment when the edges of your meticulously crafted fabric start to unravel can be frustrating, but you can stop fabric from fraying. So fear not! There are numerous techniques to prevent this...
by courtneydaily | Dec 11, 2023 | Uncategorized
The last thing you’re thinking at the start of any sewing project is how to wash fabric before sewing. Every fabric lover knows the thrilling yet daunting feeling of getting ready to sew a new project. Your hands might tremble as you clasp your scissors, your...
by courtneydaily | Jul 16, 2023 | Uncategorized
Knitting is often seen as a solitary activity, but there’s nothing quite like the joy and camaraderie found in knitting groups. Did you know that building connections and community is one of the benefits of knitting? These communities bring together people who share a...
by courtneydaily | Jul 11, 2023 | Uncategorized
Whether you’re a seasoned pro who can sew an evening gown blindfolded (please don’t try that at home), a curious beginner still trying to figure out what a bobbin is as you learn to sew, or somewhere comfortably in between, I’ve got something for you. This blog post...
by courtneydaily | Jul 2, 2023 | Uncategorized
Every yarn project is bound to require you to weave in ends in knitting. It’s inevitable; you have a tail from your different cast-on methods and one from your bind-off. And if you’ve used more than one skein of yarn or switched colors during your project, you’ll have...
by courtneydaily | Jun 25, 2023 | Uncategorized
We’ve all been there, hypnotized by the hum of the sewing machine, lost in a sea of delightful fabrics, only to be abruptly brought back to reality by the sudden “ouch!” That, my dear friends, is the perfect segue into today’s topic: Sewing...
by courtneydaily | Jun 18, 2023 | Uncategorized
When you were learning how to knit, who knew that knitting would involve not only yarns, needles, and patterns but also something called “blocking”? (Another term to add to your knitting definitions!) Yes, blocking knitting. If this phrase makes you...
by courtneydaily | Jun 11, 2023 | Uncategorized
If you’re anything like me, a little corner in your sewing room is home to an ever-growing pile of fabric scraps. It’s the silent, soft landslide that threatens to bury your sewing machine. These colorful remnants are a testament to your creativity, your...
by courtneydaily | Jun 4, 2023 | Uncategorized
“Knitting shouldn’t feel like a tug-of-war, and your needle isn’t meant to be a battering ram!” If you’ve ever muttered this sentiment to yourself as you wrestled with your stitches, this guide is for you, my friend! Welcome to the world...
