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How do I change a sewing machine needle?

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It's so important to change your needle every 8 hours of sewing or at the start of each project, whichever is sooner. But, how do you go about doing that? In this tutorial I show you exactly how.

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Free Pattern: Christmas Stockings

Posted by Kim O'Rourke on

Here's a modern / contemporary twist on the traditional Christmas stocking from Moda

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Which size needles should I use for which fabric?

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Using the wrong size needles for your fabric or project can result in broken needles, your tension being out, or your needle not going through the fabric or project you’re working on.

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Free Advent Calendar Pattern

Posted by Kim O'Rourke on

Christmas is nearly here (just in case you hadn't noticed) and it's probably time to get making those Advent Calendars if you haven't started already

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Are Sewing Machine Needles Universal?

Posted by Kim Reynolds on

The short answer is yes - sewing machine needles are universal and will pretty much fit any machine from the older models to new.  However, read on to find out which brands I recommend and which not to buy.

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