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Calculating Fabric for Upholstery

This is a super handy illustration and chart on how much fabric needed to reupholster. Thank you Honey and Fitz !

How to Press Quilt Seams

Get things right from the start with these tips for perfect pressing!

Easy Scrap fabric quilt block

Free tutorial for easy scrap quilt block using fabric strips. Ideas for using up fabric scraps.

10 of the Cutest Embroidery Ideas We've Ever Seen

10 Modern Sewing Patterns that Flatter Women

As much as I love a good shift dress, sometimes its nice to sew a more modern sewing pattern with a fit that flatters. A sewing pattern that will make you feel like a million bucks. So I looked around and found some that I think would do exactly that. Sewing patterns that flatter WOMEN. …

Can I paint upholstery fabric with regular paint or ?

Image via FlickrWouldn't it be nice if you could paint upholstery to match or compliment the paint you just put on your walls? Well it just may be possibl

Sewing Machine Dust Cover Tutorial

Make a simple sewing machine dust cover made to measure! Slip the dust cover over your machine to keep it protected from dust and little fingers.

3 Signs You’re Due for Sewing Machine Repair

If you’re a quilting fanatic, you know the frustration that can accompany a sewing machine that is worse for the wear. Whatever the issue, tending to the necessary sewing

Where to buy discounted upholstery fabric?

Recently purchased an upholstered accent chair from a local furniture store. I want to make a slipcover for an ottoman to match the chair and while I can purchase the fabric from the furniture store for $58/yard I was wondering if there was an online source where I might purchase the fabric cheaper?...

How Would You Design a Sewing Machine?

Image via Flickr This photo is of a vintage sewing machine but if you had the assignment to design a sewing machine from the ground up, what would you desi

How To Make Your Own Neck Travel Pillow Without A Sewing Machine

You don't need a sewing machine to make these charming DIY travel neck pillows. They can just be hand-stitched together, or even made with fabric glue.

Inexpensive, cat proof, upholstery fabric?

33 Sewing Machine Ideas for Beginners

Just got a new sewing machine but not sure where to begin? These projects are all ideal starting points for a beginner to use on their machine, so pick your favourite and get threading!

4 Signs You Need Sewing Machine Repair

Whether you sew for work or pleasure, the quality of your finished project depends on how well your machine is functioning. Like any other machine, a sewing machine requi...

6 Ideas for Organizing Your Sewing Supplies

These great hacks make organizing sewing supplies easy, efficient and even pretty!

Sewing Machine Foot Guide

When I first started sewing, I have to admit that I had no idea what all of the extras that came with my sewing machine were meant to be used for! If I am completely honest, 10 years later, most of…

Are Old Sewing Machines Better?

Are old sewing machines better than newer models? Or is it all about how well you care for your machine?

Can I Service My Own Sewing Machine?

We often have customers ask us where they can take their Ultrafeed Sewing Machines to be serviced. Our answer might surprise you, we tell them not to take it anywhere. At Sailrite, we are committed…

5 Things To Do When You Get A New Sewing Machine

Did you get a new sewing machine recently? If so, how exciting! Even if it isn’t your first sewing machine, there are a few things you should do before getting started that will make sewing so much easier. A little bit of prepping will save you several headaches during your first few projects, we promise.…