Tutorials

Learn how to sew a simple envelope style cushion cover.Equipment required1 x 50cm x 50cm Cushion padFabricIronPinsScissorsTape measure or ruler

In this tutorial, you will learn how to do a French seamStepsPin wrong sides together and place in the machine at 1cmseam allowanceSew the entire seam at the 3/8″ seam allowanceRemove pins and trim the seam allowance down to 3-4mmOpen the seam, right side of the fabric facing upPress the…

This tutorial will teach you how to thread a sewing machine with a front loaded bobbinPart A – Inserting the bobbin1. Raise the presser foot2. Turn hand wheel towards you until needle is at it’s highest position3. Open the cover4. Hold the bobbin case with one hand. Insert the bobbin…

This tutorial will teach you how to thread a sewing machine with a top loaded bobbin.

This tutorial will teach you how to sew a simple plain seam.StepsSelect your stitch typeSelect your stitch lengthSet the tension – ensures that your stitching is even and looks the same either side of fabric.Pin fabric togetherLift the foot leverLine up your fabric under the needle – use the seam…

A short tutorial looking at the fundamental parts of a domestic sewing machine. The machine we are looking at here is a popular starter model – The Singer Simple

StepsPlace spool of thread onto the spool pinSlide spool pin holder over the spool to prevent tanglingPass the thread from spool through thread guidePass thread end, from inside, through small hole in rim of bobbinPlace bobbin onto pinPush bobbin winder pin to the rightHolding thread end, step on speed controller…

Great British Sewing Bee season 6 contestant Fiona shares her top sewing tips to new sewers.Follow Fiona on Instagram