Tutorials

How to: Understand the grain of fabric

The grain line plays a pretty key role in garment construction with the potential to influence the fit, appearance, and stability of...

How to: Choose a sewing machine needle

Understanding sewing machine needles will go a long way in ensuring a more professional finish and overall better sewing experience....

How to: Interpret sewing pattern markings

Sewing pattern markings can seem a little overwhelming at first. However, they are actually fairly straightforward and commonly follow a...

How to: Select and use interfacing

Fusible, sew-in, woven, non-woven?! There are a variety of different types, weaves and weights in interfacing. So how do you know which...

Common sewing and pattern making terms defined

Do you want to know the difference between drape and draping, or what a selvedge is? Then this mini glossary has got you covered! Apex...