Gathering is one of many ways that parts of a garment (or other project) can be joined together when one portion is larger than the other. Sometimes this task is accomplished with pleats or darts, but often gathering is the most used option. Think of a gathered skirt joined to a fitted bodice, or a […]
See Before You Sew
Selecting the ideal fabric for a garment tailored to your preferences and body type is a frustration that even the most experienced seamstresses encounter at least once, if not multiple times, in their sewing journey. Many of us also inadvertently create additional hurdles for ourselves when aiming for the absolute perfect garment. In our pursuit […]
Sew Much Fun Tour: Hong Kong
Sew Much Fun Hong KongDecember 3-11, 2024 Travel is good for the soul…and it’s good for the fabric stash as well. Who among us hasn’t Googled “fabric stores” when we’re headed to a new city? Or even a new country? We have a never-ending sense of curiosity and seem to be afraid of “missing something.” […]
Charitable Sewing: Cause and Effect
We all love to sew but sometimes you want to switch up your sewing projects beyond your own clothes, quilts, or placemats. What do you do? Look for opportunities to share you sewing skills with others in need. Donating your time and talents is a selfless act. While your donation makes a direct impact in […]
Hideaway Ideas for Small Sewing Spaces
As creative as we are with our sewing skills, sometimes we also have to get creative with our sewing space. A large, dedicated sewing room is every sewist’s dream, but finding the perfect sewing furniture for small spaces can be challenging, especially if it needs to blend with your living room, dining room, or bedroom […]
Presser Foot Fun: Non-Stick Machine Feet
Nothing is more frustrating than uneven stitching—your thread stitches can go from long to short in an instant, ruining your line of topstitching or seaming. In severe cases, the wickedly short stitches can damage fragile fabrics by creating a hole, and some fabrics don’t take kindly to ripping out stitching and beginning anew. Stitching in […]
Sew an Easy Sleeve Placket
A sleeve placket is that nifty little opening at the bottom of a sleeve, skillfully stitched to let your hand slip through with ease. Typically, you’ll spot it on shirts or blouses, and it’s usually topped off with a neat cuff. Beyond its practicality, the placket can also be a real style statement. Ever thought […]
Zippers with ZIP!
Zippers don’t have to be under flaps—they can be showcased on the outside of a project and embellished as well. It’s All About the Stitches You know all those stitches in the machine that you admire, but may not use often? Many of those are perfect to highlight an exposed zipper. Just pick one that’s […]
Sublime Felt!
Felt is more than just a material for holiday decorations; it possesses a variety of properties that make it a versatile medium for diverse projects. Its nonwoven nature means it doesn’t ravel and provides durability and insulating qualities. It also comes in a broad range of colors, thicknesses, and textures. Such characteristics render felt ideal […]
Q&A: Piping, Seam Allowances, PomPoms
How do I? Sewers can frequently say these three simple words to other sewers, and it’s often at an ASG meeting, get together, or workshop. Most times the answer is simple and readily shared by perhaps a more experienced sewer. We’ve received some of those questions, and we’ve got some answers. HOW DO I…make piping […]
Jacket Tailoring: The Chest Shield
There are some techniques used in tailoring that are rarely found in the pattern instructions. One of those is a chest piece, or chest shield. The chest shield is a layer — or, sometimes, multiple layers — that provide stability, body, and reinforcement to the upper front of a jacket. Every woman, even if large-busted, […]
I’ve Been Framed!
As sewing enthusiasts, most of us make a lot of bags in our lifetime—from totes to backpacks and beyond. Most may be soft or lightly structured, but few are actually shaped by frames. So, let’s take a look at some accent frames and how to use them. Types of Frames Frames provide the external structure […]
Chapter Inspiration: Atlanta, Start with Art
Have you ever found yourself captivated by a piece of art and wondered how you could take pieces of what it made you see or feel into other areas of your life… maybe your sewing life? That was the foundation for the American Sewing Guild’s Atlanta chapter’s Start with Art annual President’s challenge this year. […]
Quick Gifts
It never fails that the closer we get to the holidays, there’s more to do, and time can get crunched. But if you need quick gifts for friends or family, your sewing skills can come in handy to save the day. The two items detailed in today’s ASG blog post are great for almost anyone […]
Faux Fur PomPoms
Do you have scraps of faux fur leftover from other projects? Or maybe you have other fur items you’d like to repurpose into something else? Try making just 2 pompoms, and you may become “pompom crazy!” A major symptom: embellishing everything in sight with puffy little faux fur pompoms. At a glance, tracing circles on […]
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