Chhaya Mehrotra Blog

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Apr 14 2025

Owl Sewing Pattern: Bring a Touch of Wisdom and Whimsy to Your Sewing Projects

There are a lot of curves in these pieces so whichever stitch you are using just take your time and stop to pivot and raise your presser foot when needed to reposition your owl.

Apr 14 2025

Sewing Machine Needles: Understanding Sizes and Choosing the Right One

Industrial sewing machines will also use slightly different needles than regular commercial or home sewing machines, so it s best to check with your machine s guide.

Apr 14 2025

Sew Leather Like a Pro: The Best Sewing Machines for Leatherwork

Most regular household machines are too weak to sew through leather with consistent results, so a heavy-duty sewing machine or a high-powered household sewing machine is the most accessible way to start your leather crafting journey.

Apr 14 2025

Gym Bag Sewing Pattern: Create a Personalized and Practical Carry-All

The trick is to keep your seam allowance consistent and to frequently put your needle down, lift your presser foot, and pivot as you stitch around the outside of the circle.

Apr 14 2025

Sewing Stretch Fabric Made Easy: Choosing the Right Needles

But if you have ever experienced the frustrating process of having tangles of thread again and again, or dealing with uneven, broken stitching when sewing elastic, this needle is a game-changer.

Apr 14 2025

Learn to Sew in Colorado Springs: Top Classes for Beginners and Pros

With a focus on personalized instruction, each course is tailored to the individual s needs, providing students with the tools they need to excel in their chosen field.

Apr 14 2025

Mastering Overlocking on Your Singer Sewing Machine: A Step-by-Step Guide

Cross-wound spools, like overlocker cone threads, are recommended for overlocking because the thread feeds more evenly and consistently off the spools than when using regular sewing thread spools.

Apr 14 2025

Discover a collection of vintage wedding dress sewing patterns to inspire your unique bridal style.

It is important to carefully check the measurements provided on the pattern envelope and compare them to your own measurements to determine the right size.

Apr 14 2025

Sewing Pyjama Pants: Create Cozy and Comfortable Sleepwear

You can flip your pattern and place it on the other side, sliding it down until the two crotches meet boy, does that sound dirty and waste less fabric.

Apr 14 2025

Craft Your Own Hanfu: A Guide to Sewing Patterns and Techniques

The fabric of the Hanfu needs careful preparation because the patterns and embroidery printing may need to be redesigned and drawn, and even if there is a prototype of the pattern, it needs to refer to the material for secondary creation.