by Christeen Jacobs | Aug 13, 2019 | Fabric, Overlocker, Sewing, Sewing machine
Which Overlocker needle should I use? Using the correct type, brand and size needle is essential to obtain the perfect stitch. Needle must be changes periodically and also the right needle should be used for the type of fabric you are sewing. Your instruction manual...
by Christeen Jacobs | Aug 13, 2019 | Sewing machine
The sewing machine shank is the ankle that connects your sewing foot to the sewing machine. There are 4 types of shanks: Low shanks Snap on High Shanks Slant Shanks When purchasing feet for your sewing machine be mindful of the type of shank that your machine has, to...
by Christeen Jacobs | Nov 7, 2018 | Buttons, Fabric, Fabric shoppping, Fabric shoppping, Fashion trends, Sewing, Sewing machine
Day 1 in Hong Kong Shopping An amazing place to find beautiful pieces of fabric. Armed with my many drawings of garments I want to make, my passport and Visa I popped across to China for a day trip, just a short train trip away. Shenzhen (China) is another one of my...
by Christeen Jacobs | Nov 13, 2017 | Sewing, Sewing machine, Sewing machine needles
Needle Types There are three main types of needles that are used for the majority of sewing, as well as many specialty needles. Universal needles have a slightly rounded tip, and this general purpose needle should be used on woven fabric. Jersey needles have...
