Sewing

Instead of making a new topic..well..I've never used a sewing machine..x.x ever. I have a Brother XL-2121 monster -- I mean sewing machine. x.x any tips on how to use this thing? I've got the uh...threading and junk down thanks to the handy manual..but..any tips for a super...

Hi, I’m looking for a sleeveless teeshirt pattern for my Doxies - without the legs. Purchased tees never fit right, so I’d like to sew them. My girls are 15 lbs. and 20 lbs. and, of course, have very short legs, so it’s very difficult to fit them. I’ve found lots of patterns...

Has your sewing machine ever started sewing backwards? My one did and I was freaking out - I didn't even realise there was a button for it on the back of my machine.

I just bought a second hand sewing machine but when I'm sewing my needle keeps snapping - I've broken 3 this week. Any tips?!

Good morning, I'm new to cutoutandkeep. I have a question I was going to add a project that I did. I used a pattern from a blogger for the basis of my project. Can I add it as a full tutorial if I give a link to the blogger's site? Or I just put it under partial. thanks Mimi

I am almost done with a cute dress in a gorgeous fabric. However, I messed up on the collar of the neck; I put the first facing in backwards! So, I took it all off. Now I am stuck. It is in the shape of a halter neck, so I'm thinking of using up some fabric scraps, re-sew a...

Ok I am getting started really early this year but for Halloween I really want to do a female chucky from childs play I want to make it with short dungarees or a dungaree dress does anyone know of any patterns or tutorials? Thanks in advance Kim

I am making a t-shirt quilt and I found a tutorial but they use fusible interfacing, I searched a bit more and found one that doesn't. Is it better to use it or are there other solutions?

I'm moving more and more towards sewing primarily for dolls lately, and I really want to start sewing for Blythe dolls and some of the popular sizes of BJDs, since collectors seem to be much more willing to pay me reasonable prices for my work. (and since I've been trying...

I am looking to make a shirt out of knit but I don't have a serger. I read somewhere that you can do a stretch stitch (basically a zigzag) or do twin needles. Anyone done either one of these before? Which do you think is the best method? Any other advice?

Any tutorials for smocking? I looked and couldn't find any good ones.... Thanks BTW I'm planning on making a dress from a men's t~shirt That's why I need a tut

Hi, I'm thinking of buying a new machine and have been looking at the singer heavy duty 4423 just wondering if anyone has used them? I've been using industrials at college so my wee domestic isn't wowing me anymore, but I don't have the space to leave an industrial out, and I...

Anyone fancy watching along? Bobbin does!

Just discovered a quickie project that I will post a tut for soon. one of my friends is super-preggers, and I always call her baby "My Little Muffin" so for her shower I made her a felt and yarn stuffed muffin. it was super easy, super cheap, and she loved it. anyone else have...

It starts tonight on BBC2 and I can't wait, it's one of my favourite shows - a bit like Project Catwalk back in the day. Does anyone else watch it? I'm going to bake some brownies especially for the occasion!

Good morning, I was wondering if anyone had come across patterns/tutorials for making a teddy bear out of a baby sleeper (onesie). All the ones I've found on Pinterest were either links to buy a bear from Etsy or patchwork looking bears. I'm looking for one like the picture...

I have a thrifted jacket and the sleeves are just a dash shorter than I'd like them. The seams have no extra fabric to lengthen them with. If I cut holes at the elbows and added patches would it add a little length? Or would that be pointless other than decoration?

Hey there everyone..... Not long ago, I heard about a cool pattern for a tea cozy, made from fleece, with no sewing involved. Does anyone have this pattern, or know anything about it? I'd be really happy to find it. Thanks!

Hey everyone, I need a super easy pattern for a hijab that fits an 18" doll (American Girl). I am not a sewer, so the easier the better. Does anyone have anything or is able to create something for me? It would be much appreciated by me, and by the kids in my community. TIA!...

So I'm not sure where I should post this or if I am even doing this correctly but here it goes. I was recently gifted a sewing machine, something I have wanted...well for years. There is one slight setback...I have no idea how to work it. I've never really had anyone around me...

I'm a cosplayer, working on a costume for a convention coming up and after all the searching I did, the one piece I need doesn't appear to exist so I decided to make it. Only problem is, I'm not sure where to start. I need a green and purple stripped pullover hoodie. I figure...

I'm a bit frazzled. Someone sent me a message on my FB page asking for a price quote on a group of Flinstone costumes. But gave me no specifcs. I have no idea how many costumes they want made, what costumes they want made, what sizes they need or when they need it done by. So...

Hey guys, I've been looking around (pretty much everywhere) for apprenticeships in dressmaking which I could apply for in September 2015, but I can't seem to find any. I've found a few college courses but I would prefer to do an apprenticeship because that would suit me...

I am in love with high fashion, and an always creating designs that make an impact, but are not necessarily the most wearable. I don't want to waste the money and time to create something without wear or use. And yes, I am a pretty good seamstress. How can I transfer these...

Hi! My mom asked for a fancy Doña lace hand fan. At my disposal are two lengths of black lace and a bamboo fan frame. The one for the main body is a yard long and 6 inches wide. The other is some kind of trimming i fished out of a bin at a local craft store, also a yard long...

I've been recently going through my WIP projects and attempting to get them all finished up and done. A few years ago I purchased fabric and made the main body of a dress inspired by a top I saw on Heavy Red. But the ruffles continue to allude me. If anyone has any suggestions...

Hi! Recently I decided to make my shoe lover friend a shoe plushie. I was thinking somewhere along the lines of a hoe I high heel with red soles, louboutin style. However, the only kinds of examples I found were chew toys for dogs. Does anybody knows where I can get a pattern...

I'm doing costumes for a theatre production and there's been talk of Hot air balloon fabric! does anyone who lives in the UK know where I could get some from?

I've been sewing lots recently and am looking for awesome new blogs to fill up my RSS with.

I want to stitch a sling bag... I have a cotton and demin fabric... few pieces of black rexin... but dont know how to start... plz help