by Christeen Jacobs | Mar 30, 2020 | Sewing machine
How to change a sewing machine needle Changing the needle on your sewing machine is an essential maintenance task that ensures your projects go smoothly. Whether you are a beginner or an experienced sewist, knowing how to replace the needle is crucial. In this blog...
by Christeen Jacobs | Jan 8, 2020 | Sewing and Mental Health, Sewing and stress
5 Ways Sewing Can Boost Your Wellbeing and Make You Feel Happier Have you ever been so deeply immersed in an activity that you’ve completely lost track of time? I bet you came back to Earth with a thud and wondered where the afternoon had gone. That wonderful feeling...
by Christeen Jacobs | Aug 13, 2019 | Sewing, Sewing Machine Feet
What is a Walking Foot used for? What is a Walking Foot? This foot is designed for sewing multiple fabric layers without puckering. It is ideal for bias cuts, silky, satin, or slippery fabrics. It is also very useful for matching patterns on seams. To attach a...
by Christeen Jacobs | Nov 7, 2018 | Fabric shopping Hong Kong, Fabric shopping tips
Day 1 in Hong Kong: Fabric Shopping Adventures Fabric shopping Hong Kong is an amazing experience. Its a great place to find beautiful pieces of fabric. Armed with my garment drawings, passport, and visa, I took a short train trip to Shenzhen, China. Shenzhen is...
by Christeen Jacobs | Aug 10, 2018 | Fabric shopping Singapore, Fabric shopping tips
Here is where I went in Singapore I always look forward to fabric shopping Singapore when I am overseas. The chance of finding the piece of fabric or button that nobody else has is enticing. My Singapore fabric shopping trip held the promise of great shopping, but...