What fabrics are the most environmentally friendly?

environmentally friendly fabric

Environmental sustainability in fabrics is determined by several factors, including resource use, pollution, biodegradability, and end-of-life disposal. Switching to sustainable fabrics, using recycled options, and considering the entire lifecycle of materials can help reduce the environmental impact of textiles.  Using recycled or upcycled fabric is the most effective way sewers can reduce their environmental impact. […]

Which fabrics are easy to sew?

easy to sew fabrics

There are many types of fabrics, each with unique features and some potential downsides. Each fabric type has its own personality in terms of texture, durability, and care needs, so choosing the right one depends on your project’s purpose and the kind of look and feel you’re going for. What fabrics are easy and which […]

Choosing the right stitch length when sewing fabric

sewing stitch length

The stitch length on a sewing machine is the space between each stitch and is important to getting the desired result for different sewing projects and fabrics. Choosing the right stitch length can improve your project’s durability and appearance, so experimenting with stitch settings on scrap fabric is a great way to see what works […]

What is clothes upcycling and why is it now so important?

what is clothes upcycling

What is clothes upcycling? Clothes upcycling involves taking old or unused garments and giving them a fresh, new look through creative transformation. It’s about taking items that might otherwise end up in the trash and turning them into something new, innovative, and distinctly personal. This process not only saves money and reduces waste, but it […]

Buying a sewing machine | Sewing machine features and functions you’ll actually use

buying a sewing machine

Tips when buying a sewing machine. There are so many sophisticated sewing machines available to buy that it’s hard to know which one is going to give you the best value for money. When buying a sewing machine it’s important to consider the key features and functions that will meet your sewing needs now and […]

Sewing kit essentials | What should be in your beginner sewing kit?

sewing kit essentials

Whether it’s a quick mending task, a clothes upcycling project or a complicated dressmaking project, having a well stocked sewing kit that contains all the essentials to tackle all sewing projects will make your job easier and less frustrating. Personally, I have too much stuff to fit in a single basked or box but, when […]

Sewing Course Sydney | Sewing is a valuable skill you will use your entire life

sewing course sydney

Sewing classes and clothes upcycling workshops Sydney. Sewing was once a skill that was handed down through the generations.  Now, in a throw away society where fast fashion and over consumption is the norm, the ability to sew no longer holds the same level of importance. Thankfully, there is a growing resurgence toward learning to […]

Clothes upcycling workshops Sydney | Learn how to upcycle clothes and elevate your wardrobe

clothes upcycling workshop sydney

Elevate your wardrobe with these clothes upcycling techniques.  Learn clothes upcycling skills so you can elevate your wardrobe, breathing new life into old clothes and altering clothes that don’t fit properly.  These fun and hands-on upcycling workshops include how to make simple clothes alterations through to complete transformations. Classes are held on the Northern Beaches (Frenchs […]