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NSC GOLD: Fall Sewing Projects

October 2, 2017 By Editor & filed under Blog, NSC GOLD LIVE.

Join us for this NSC GOLD LIVE class with Ashley Hough as she guides you through a series of fun, easy fall and Halloween sewing projects. Gold Members can download two exclusive PDFs for this live event.

How To Choose A Fabric Marking Tool

September 13, 2017 By Ashley Hough & filed under Blog.

Fabric marking tools come in handy whether you are sewing a garment, home décor project or are making a quilt. There are many different kinds on the market today, but here are some things to consider when selecting one. First, it is important to know if you are going to need temporary or permanent marks…

NSC LIVE! September 2017

August 29, 2017 By Editor & filed under Blog, NSC LIVE Videos.

In this month’s live event with Nicki LaFoille, learn what to do when you first un-box a new machine, understand the difference between interfacing and stabilizer and get tips for sewing horsehair braid into hems.

What Sewing Project Are You Most Proud Of?

August 14, 2017 By Editor & filed under Blog, Just for Fun.

We love seeing different projects from our sewing community! We asked our members on Facebook what sewing project you were most proud of so that we could showcase some of the great projects we’ve been seeing. Check out the photos and stories that were shared with us! “The Cinderella live action ball gown has been…

Top 5 Tips for Hemming Pants

August 13, 2017 By Aurora Sisneros & filed under Blog, Tips & Ideas.

There are thousands of folks out there who learn to sew for one reason only: to hem pants! We’ve all been there: standing in the dressing room, thrilled to have found that perfect pair of slacks that hits you in all the right places, only to realize that (shoot!) they’re way too long! Luckily, you…

NSC LIVE! August 2017

August 3, 2017 By Editor & filed under Blog, NSC LIVE Videos.

In this month’s live event with Nicki LaFoille learn how to determine the amount of fabric to buy when using a non-commercial pattern, get tips on storing your sewing machine and learn what advice Nicki would give new sewing students.

Top 5 Sewing Tips from the Experts

July 26, 2017 By Editor & filed under Blog, Tips & Ideas.

We talked to our team of expert sewing instructors and asked them what special tip or technique they thought every sewer should know. Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced sewer, these five essential sewing tips will ensure your time at the machine is pleasant and productive! Check out the list below for the five…

5 Clever Ideas for Storing Your Sewing Supplies

July 21, 2017 By Ashley Hough & filed under Blog, Sewing Supplies.

When it comes to sewing, most of us like to have a sewing studio that’s organized in a way where our supplies are easy to find. Not only can this make sewing more enjoyable, but it can make for more time sewing and less time spent looking for tools. That’s why we are always on…

NSC LIVE! July 2017

June 27, 2017 By Editor & filed under Blog, NSC LIVE Videos.

In this month’s live event with Nicki LaFoille, get tips on how to sew a V-neck shirt, learn how to make several alterations based on your body type and understand how to work through sewing with a new fabric- including how to decide what needle, thread and machine settings to use.

NSC LIVE! June 2017

May 25, 2017 By Editor & filed under Blog, NSC LIVE Videos.

During the June NSC LIVE, Nicki LaFoille discussed the different types of stabilizer to have on hand for beginner embroidery, taught a fun and easy way to create narrow pintucks, and shared tips for sewing with and finishing stretchy fabrics.