Sewing tips
Our sewing tips blog is a treasure trove for sewing enthusiasts, whether beginners or experienced hobby sewers. From basic techniques to advanced tricks, we cover a variety of topics that will make your sewing more enjoyable and efficient. We also offer free tutorials for great DIY projects that will inspire and encourage you to explore your own creativity in sewing.
Whether you're looking for expert advice, inspiration, or just a community of like-minded people, this blog is the ideal place to improve your sewing skills and discover new horizons.
How to Print a PDF Sewing Pattern at the Correct Scale
Print your PDF sewing pattern at 100% to keep the correct scale. This quick checklist covers paper size, printer settings and the test square before you cut your fabric.
Projector Sewing: How to Project Sewing Patterns onto Your Fabric
You have chosen your next sewing project and cannot wait to get started. First, though, there is the PDF sewing pattern to deal with: printing, sorting the pages, taping them […]
Christmas Sewing Projects 2026: 8 Handmade Gift Ideas
A fabric advent calendar personalised with a loved one’s name, a bag made from carefully chosen fabric scraps or handmade pyjamas for cosy holidays: the most thoughtful Christmas gifts often […]
How to fix a hole in a shirt ? Visible mending techniques for your favourite items
Inspiration for your next sustainable DIY project, how to mend a hole in a shirt creatively, how to mend a hole in shirt by hand and interesting facts about the […]
Successful Presentation of the Sewing Book “Sewing for Me – Outfit of the Day” in Berlin
Recap of the Book Launch Event by Pattern Label JULIANA MARTEJEVS – Successful Presentation of the Sewing Book “Sewing for Me – Outfit of the Day” at Selfmade | STOFF […]
Christmas sewing ideas 2024 – Gift ideas for sewers
Christmas sewing ideas 2024: The festive season is approaching, and with it the search for creative gift ideas. Do you love sewing or want to make a seamstress in your […]
Sewing a T shirt: how to sew a T shirt yourself!
A basic that no wardrobe should be without: the T-shirt. We have summarised for you how to sew a shirt for beginners, step-by-step instructions and everything you need to know […]
Sewing with bias tape: What is bias tape and what is bias tape used for in sewing?
For a professional appearance of a garment, open or even frayed edges are usually undesirable. To avoid this, so-called binding tapes are often used to hide seams, emphasize fabric edges […]
What are French seams: All about the most important seams
Sewing is an art that has been practiced for centuries. From making clothes to repairing everyday objects, sewing is a skill that is indispensable in a variety of areas. But […]
Linen fabric: Learn more about the sustainable natural fiber and what you can sew with linen!
Have you ever wondered what makes linen fabric so special? In this article, you can find out more about the process of extracting linen, its unique properties, be inspired by […]
How to sew a zipper on a bag: Sewing in a zipper instructions
The question of how to sew a zipper on a bag is a challenge for many hobby sewers. But with the right zupper foot and a good understanding of the […]
Easy Patchwork Quilt Patterns for Beginners: The Best Patchwork Clothing Patterns
Patchworking is a craft that not only produces beautiful results, but also has a rich history and tradition. In this article you will learn a lot about this versatile topic […]
