Making time to sew doesn’t involve practicing witchcraft, bending the space-time continuum, or employing a live-in nanny (although on-call child care would go a long way toward sewing productivity). If finding time to sew is one of your chief sewing challenges, here are time-creating steps and free productivity tools to get your own sewing system up and running. | how to make time for sewing | finding time to sew | productivity hacks | productivity hacks DIY crafts | productivity for…

30 Day Fashion Design Challenge by designer Kelsey Lovelle

Hello sew-friends! It's that time of year ( again! already! ) when everyone is setting goals and resolutions to make this year the BEST year ever. And while in some ways I think that's great, part of me also feels like it's a lot of pressure. And that it's a way of saying that our past experiences a

Great selfish sewing idea. Challenge yourself to sew at least one wearable item every month with Sew Our Stash.

Overview This challenge is hosted by @sewbiased @thevintageguidebook @thistle.n.stitches with the intention of building community by challenging ourselves to use rationing guidelines and a make-do and mend mindset. The guidelines are based on the UK Rules in 1945. Helpful Links Pinterest B...

Hey my creative bunnies. This is to stimulate ur brains. Let me know if u try any. Would love to see ur creations. Tnx #challenge # sewing challenge #30 days sewing challenge

Buttonholes, zippers, snaps, oh my! There are so many challenging techniques in sewing. I personally steer away from patterns and designs that include zippers. I will ALWAYS look for alternative designs that feature different closures. Snaps? I finally got the hang of those after spending a lot of time sewing items with snaps. Buttonholes? Nope! Not a fan of those either, but at least they are easier (for me) than zippers. Straps? Ugh! I can never get two straps to look the same! They are…

I first encountered the word 'craftivism' from reading a blog a few years ago, and whilst I didn't immediately grasp the concept, I felt very drawn to the idea that making and creating, a thing I love to do, can have some greater good to bring to the world. I've since delved a bit deeper,…

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In this article I'm sharing how I got started sewing, my favourite patterns and fabric stores, and my top 5 beginner sewing tips.