There are always simple things that seem to stump one as they start a project. Use this very simple guide to help you answer some of the common questions or problems one encounters in their sewing adventures.

1. Uneven stitching – Could be a tension problem. Do a tension test by running a row of stitching [...]]]> http://blog.sewcity.com/2007/07/sewing-machine-troubleshooting/feed/ 5 http://blog.sewcity.com/2007/04/sewing-books-and-resources-available-sewingbooksca/ http://blog.sewcity.com/2007/04/sewing-books-and-resources-available-sewingbooksca/#comments Mon, 09 Apr 2007 20:17:36 +0000 info http://blog.sewcity.com/?p=43 Are you looking around all over the place trying to find a specific book or sewing resource? SewCity.com has developed a sewing book and resource website in conjunction with Amazon.com to provide you access to the latest sewing trend books and more. We can offer you more than just books – sewing magazines and instructional [...]]]> http://blog.sewcity.com/2007/04/sewing-books-and-resources-available-sewingbooksca/feed/ 0 http://blog.sewcity.com/2007/03/before-you-buy-a-sewing-machine/ http://blog.sewcity.com/2007/03/before-you-buy-a-sewing-machine/#comments Wed, 14 Mar 2007 00:15:13 +0000 info http://blog.sewcity.com/?p=33 A sewing machine is probably the largest investment you will make in any of your sewing tools. Making an informed decision will allow you to buy a machine to meet your needs and save you hours of frustration. Sewing is fun when the machine works with you to create anything you want. Know Your Spending Limits

* [...]]]> http://blog.sewcity.com/2007/03/before-you-buy-a-sewing-machine/feed/ 0 http://blog.sewcity.com/2007/02/how-to-choose-a-sewing-pattern-for-your-shape/ http://blog.sewcity.com/2007/02/how-to-choose-a-sewing-pattern-for-your-shape/#comments Mon, 19 Feb 2007 18:01:34 +0000 info http://blog.sewcity.com/?p=28 One of the benefits of sewing your own garments is being able to choose design elements that will flatter your shape. These guidelines will come in handy when you’re choosing off-the-rack garments as well. Instructions

* STEP 1: Assess your shape honestly and decide which areas of your body you would like to emphasize. Similarly, decide which [...]]]> http://blog.sewcity.com/2007/02/how-to-choose-a-sewing-pattern-for-your-shape/feed/ 0 http://blog.sewcity.com/2006/12/how-to-choose-a-sewing-machine/ http://blog.sewcity.com/2006/12/how-to-choose-a-sewing-machine/#comments Tue, 05 Dec 2006 22:33:46 +0000 info http://blog.sewcity.com/?p=8 You have finally come to the conclusion that you need or want a sewing machine. Now, what is on the market and how do you make the right decision?

There are many brands of machines out there and everyone boasts different features. Some machines appeal to quilters, others want you to embroider everything including the toilet [...]]]> http://blog.sewcity.com/2006/12/how-to-choose-a-sewing-machine/feed/ 0 http://blog.sewcity.com/2006/11/how-to-sew-a-blind-hem-stitch/ http://blog.sewcity.com/2006/11/how-to-sew-a-blind-hem-stitch/#comments Tue, 28 Nov 2006 19:58:11 +0000 info http://blog.sewcity.com/?p=7 by: Jennifer Thoden

A blind stitch is a terrific stitch to learn for hemming just about anything… when you don’t want stitching to show through on the face of your fabric. A blind hem stitch consists of 3 straight stitches in a row and then one zig-zag stitch. The idea is to have the straight stitch on [...]]]> http://blog.sewcity.com/2006/11/how-to-sew-a-blind-hem-stitch/feed/ 0