Sewing Blog

Your go-to blog for beginner-friendly sewing tutorials, tips, and advice for creating wearable handmade clothing.
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The Ultimate Presser Foot Guide (Zipper, Walking, Rolled Hem, and More)
|Remy Church
In this guide, we’ll cover the most common sewing machine feet, what each one is used for, and how to choose the right one for your sewing projects. Read more...
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30+ Easy Sewing Projects for Beginners
|Remy Church
New to sewing and not sure where to start? These 30+ sewing projects are simple, beginner-friendly, and perfect for building your skills one stitch at a time. Read more...
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How to Sew by Hand: Stitches, Needles, and Basic Techniques
|Remy Church
Learning how to sew by hand is one of the most useful skills you can pick up. In this guide, we'll walk through the basic stitches, the right needles to... Read more...
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How to Sew a Hole in Your Clothes
|Remy Church
Learning how to sew a hole closed is easier than you think, and you don't need much to get started. A needle, some thread, and a few minutes is all... Read more...
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How to Sew on a Patch (Sew-On and Iron-On Methods)
|Remy Church
If you’re looking to fix a hole, decorate a jacket, or add a patch to a uniform: this guide covers both the iron-on and sew-on methods so you can find... Read more...
What Is Modal Fabric and Why It’s Considered Eco Friendly
What Is Modal Fabric and Why It’s Considered Eco Friendly
|Remy Church
Modal fabric is a semi-synthetic material made from beech tree pulp, and in this article we'll explore what makes it unique and whether it truly lives up to its eco-friendly... Read more...
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How to Use a Basting Stitch in Sewing
|Remy Church
A basting stitch is a simple temporary stitch that holds fabric in place while you work, and in this post, we'll show you exactly how to use it. Read more...
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How Much is a Yard of Fabric for Sewing
|Remy Church
As a beginner, figuring out how much fabric you need for a project can be one of the trickiest parts of sewing. This guide covers everything you need to know... Read more...
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How to Thread a Sewing Machine at Home
|Remy Church
Learning how to thread a sewing machine is one of the first things you'll do as a sewist, and once you know the steps, it becomes second nature. This guide... Read more...
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Fusible vs Sew-In Interfacing: When to Use Each
|Remy Church
Fusible interfacing is one of those sewing supplies that comes in more varieties than you might expect, and choosing between them can feel like a bigger decision than it should.... Read more...
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How to Hem Pants and Clothes Quickly at Home
|Remy Church
Learning how to hem pants at home is easier than you think, and you don't need fancy equipment to get professional-looking results. With just a few basic supplies and about... Read more...
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Bias Tape and Bias Binding Explained
|Remy Church
Bias tape is a strip of fabric cut at a 45-degree angle to the grain, which gives it stretch so it can wrap smoothly around curved edges. In this guide,... Read more...