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Calico fabric made into draw-string bags

The useful and versatile calico fabric

Let's delve into the characteristics of calico fabric, its common uses, with a particular focus on its significance in the upholstery industry, and a comprehensive list of its diverse applications.

The useful and versatile calico fabric

Let's delve into the characteristics of calico fabric, its common uses, with a particular focus on its significance in the upholstery industry, and a comprehensive list of its diverse applications.

hessian fabric

Hessian: More than just an upholstery essential

Hessian a rugged and versatile fabric woven from jute plant fibers, commonly used in upholstery to provide a durable foundation for furniture. Its rustic charm extends to a wide array of...

Hessian: More than just an upholstery essential

Hessian a rugged and versatile fabric woven from jute plant fibers, commonly used in upholstery to provide a durable foundation for furniture. Its rustic charm extends to a wide array of...

Basket of sewing supplies with linen thread and scissors

Understanding Linen Sewing Thread

Whether you are a seasoned sewing pro or just starting, linen thread is a versatile and reliable choice that will help you create beautiful, long-lasting items. Learn what linen thread...

Understanding Linen Sewing Thread

Whether you are a seasoned sewing pro or just starting, linen thread is a versatile and reliable choice that will help you create beautiful, long-lasting items. Learn what linen thread...

Sewing needles

Hand-sewing needle types and their uses

Hand-sewing needles are one of the most essential tools for a sewer. Choosing the right needle for your project can make a significant difference, learn about which needle is which.

Hand-sewing needle types and their uses

Hand-sewing needles are one of the most essential tools for a sewer. Choosing the right needle for your project can make a significant difference, learn about which needle is which.

Vintage sewing machine

Fix Your Sewing Machine Tension

Most sewing problems can be solved with a new needle and tension adjustment. Here is an easy way to reset your tension, using two coloured threads and plain fabric.

Fix Your Sewing Machine Tension

Most sewing problems can be solved with a new needle and tension adjustment. Here is an easy way to reset your tension, using two coloured threads and plain fabric.

Unraveling the Rich History of Needlework

Unraveling the Rich History of Needlework

The art of needlework, encompassing embroidery and tapestry, has a captivating history that spans centuries. These intricate and skillful crafts have not only adorned textiles but also served as a...

Unraveling the Rich History of Needlework

The art of needlework, encompassing embroidery and tapestry, has a captivating history that spans centuries. These intricate and skillful crafts have not only adorned textiles but also served as a...

Self covered buttons plastic and metal for upholstery

🎥 Using thick fabric for self-cover buttons

Self-covering buttons with fabric adds a professional touch to upholstered furniture. Rather than spending money on an expensive button press, you can achieve the same high-quality results with the clever...

🎥 Using thick fabric for self-cover buttons

Self-covering buttons with fabric adds a professional touch to upholstered furniture. Rather than spending money on an expensive button press, you can achieve the same high-quality results with the clever...

Continuous zipper on a roll

🎥 How to install a zipper head

Have you ever wanted to make your own cushions, squabs, beanbags or bags? You can easily make a zip to ANY length by using continuous zipper. Watch how to install...

🎥 How to install a zipper head

Have you ever wanted to make your own cushions, squabs, beanbags or bags? You can easily make a zip to ANY length by using continuous zipper. Watch how to install...

Make a pin holder from fabric scraps

Make a pin holder from fabric scraps

If you have scraps of fabric, wadding, card, buttons and ribbon, here is a great tutorial to use them up by making a sandwiched pin cushion.

Make a pin holder from fabric scraps

If you have scraps of fabric, wadding, card, buttons and ribbon, here is a great tutorial to use them up by making a sandwiched pin cushion.