http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/Sewing-blog.html The Sewing Blog keeps you up-to-date with additions and changes to the-sewing-partner.com website. Subscribe here. en-us Sewing Thu, 03 May 2012 14:27:51 GMT Thu, 03 May 2012 14:27:51 GMT the-sewing-partner.com http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/mitering-template.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/mitering-template.html Question: Where can I order the mitering template that you use for mitering borders on quilts. Answer: One place that I like to visit online that has Thu, 03 May 2012 14:22:47 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/butterick-b5486.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/butterick-b5486.html This is a wonderful pattern and a fun project!! Its very easy to make with some darts and gathering and a zipper! I used some Amy Buttler material cotton Fri, 02 Mar 2012 14:24:40 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-resources.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-resources.html Sewing Resources in one place such as information about sewing schools, recommended sewing books, sewing related sites and much more information to really help those interested in sewing. Wed, 29 Feb 2012 00:35:19 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-site-map.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-site-map.html The sewing site map for the-sewing-partner.com listing contents of the site on all aspects of the sewing craft. Sat, 25 Feb 2012 01:25:26 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/site-map-continued.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/site-map-continued.html Site Map Contined For The Sewing Partner.com Site Map with more sewing topics. Sat, 25 Feb 2012 00:39:48 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-areas.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-areas.html Creating sewing areas with information about setting up a customized space and what should be included to make this space unique, including information about sewing chairs, sewing tables and cabinets. Thu, 02 Feb 2012 03:52:26 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/this-is-a-sun-dress-i-just-sewed.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/this-is-a-sun-dress-i-just-sewed.html HI I just finished this project. I am a novice sewer but i think this turned out very nicely. I used Pattern New Look number 6938 view E and shortened Wed, 01 Feb 2012 14:38:36 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-machine-feet.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-machine-feet.html Information about 28 sewing machine feet also called presser feet, what they are, what the different types are, how they are used, how to choose the best foot for a sewing project. Mon, 05 Dec 2011 02:08:38 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-lessons.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-lessons.html Sewing lessons don't always occur in the classroom, there are other options such as DVDs and videos, distance learning, books and e-books, and pbs programs. Here you can find information for lessons. Mon, 05 Dec 2011 02:04:50 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-machines.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-machines.html With so many sewing machines to choose from, how do you know which one is right for you? Here is a guide to finding the right machines for any project, by looking at different companies. Mon, 05 Dec 2011 02:01:06 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/teal-leather.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/teal-leather.html Question: Hi, How much per yard for teal leather? Is this good to make jacket? could I buy 4 yards of it include shipping to Indonesia? I hope it's Sat, 05 Nov 2011 14:08:11 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/White-sewing-machines.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/White-sewing-machines.html Information about White sewing machines, their focus on their sergers, this company also has one of the few mini sewing machines on the market, information about their machine for heavy duty sewing. Sun, 04 Sep 2011 03:13:13 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/Singer-sewing-machines.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/Singer-sewing-machines.html Information on Singer sewing machines products, including sergers, embroidery machines, computerized sewing machines, their unique tutorials and downloadable manuals make them a giant in the industry. Sun, 04 Sep 2011 03:10:31 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/professional-machine-repair.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/professional-machine-repair.html Professional machine repair is part of sewing machine maintenance and repair that you can't do yourself, when it is needed and how to become a professional repair person yourself. Sun, 04 Sep 2011 03:07:29 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-stitch-adjustments.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-stitch-adjustments.html Basic adjustments for your sewing machine can kept the machine running properly. Find out about sewing stitch adjustments for stitch width, stitch length, and tension, and how to adjust them. Sun, 04 Sep 2011 02:59:39 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/Pfaff-sewing-machines.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/Pfaff-sewing-machines.html Information about the creative Pfaff sewing machines innovations, including their designs in sergers and embroidery machines along with machine quilting and computerized machines. Sun, 04 Sep 2011 02:45:04 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/Juki-sewing-machines.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/Juki-sewing-machines.html Information on Juki sewing machines products for home and industrial sewing, information about their sergers, quilting machines and computerized sewing machines. and their strong industrial focus. Sun, 04 Sep 2011 02:42:27 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-machine-repair.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-machine-repair.html Information about sewing machine repair and maintenance of sewing machines, and when you can fix the machine yourself and when to take the machine for professional repair. There are some easy fixes. Sun, 04 Sep 2011 02:05:24 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/decorating.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/decorating.html Information about interior decorating, interior design, interior redesign, and home decor and how these forms of decorating are different, and where to find more information about these specialties. Sun, 04 Sep 2011 00:37:39 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-machine-quilting.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-machine-quilting.html Information on sewing machine quilting and some of the tools needed. Sun, 04 Sep 2011 00:19:51 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/machine-quilting.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/machine-quilting.html Machine quilting takes the art of quilting to the next level. Here you can find information about the different types and styles of quilting, their history as art forms along with resources. Sun, 04 Sep 2011 00:17:40 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-machine-embroidery.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-machine-embroidery.html What sewing machine embroidery is, how is it different from hand embroidery, other than that you use a sewing machine? What are the tools needed for the craft, and some of the resources for learning. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 23:58:59 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-business.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-business.html Information on starting a sewing business, what is required, what to consider and what to expect, from creating the business plan, to pricing and marketing the business, and finding resources. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 23:53:47 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/kids-sewing.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/kids-sewing.html Information about teaching kids sewing and what it takes and where to learn more about it, including information about the Winky Cherry System and the You Can Make It systems of teaching kids to sew. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 23:45:26 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-notions.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-notions.html There are many sewing notions and supplies used in a sewing project. What some of the essentials are, and how to wade through the many choices to select the right ones for your sewing projects. Sat, 03 Sep 2011 23:40:34 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/home-decor-fabric.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/home-decor-fabric.html Information about home decor fabric and some considerations when choosing these fabrics. Fri, 02 Sep 2011 04:36:35 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/do-you-have-the-plastic-thread-guide-to-a-juki-serger-mo655.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/do-you-have-the-plastic-thread-guide-to-a-juki-serger-mo655.html Question: I need the plastic thread guide to a Juki serger MO655. I only need the plastic part. Do you have one? Answer: Sorry, but I don't, since the Thu, 21 Jul 2011 02:30:55 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/serger-thread.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/serger-thread.html Question: Hi, I have a brother quilting machine. Can I use serger thread as the thread in my bobbins for quilting purposes? What does it mean serger Sun, 10 Jul 2011 20:23:30 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/textile-administration.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/textile-administration.html Information on textile administration careers such as data processing employee and purchasing agent and where to find more information about these possible careers. Sat, 09 Jul 2011 22:38:46 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-videos.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-videos.html Sewing lessons on sewing videos and dvds are a good way to learn sewing at your convenience and are great tools for the visual learner. Find information on sewing videos and DVDs. Fri, 08 Jul 2011 03:36:35 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-teacher.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-teacher.html Teaching kids to sew can be fun, and if you think that you have the patience to teach kids there is information about becoming a sewing teacher for kids and how to become one. Fri, 08 Jul 2011 03:31:01 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-pressing-tools.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-pressing-tools.html Information about sewing pressing tools, what they are and how they are used. Fri, 08 Jul 2011 03:20:08 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-machine-tables.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-machine-tables.html Sewing machine tables are not the same as the sewing tables that fit on the sewing machine, they are actually those small often portable tables that the sewing machine is placed on for sewing, Thu, 07 Jul 2011 21:53:24 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-lessons-instructors.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-lessons-instructors.html If you really enjoy sewing, why not become a sewing lessons instructor? Find information here about finding sewing lessons instructors or becoming a sewing instructor. Thu, 07 Jul 2011 21:39:42 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-business-pricing.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-business-pricing.html Information about the challenging task of sewing business pricing with some pricing method examples. Thu, 07 Jul 2011 21:28:51 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-business-plan.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-business-plan.html Information on the sewing business plan for setting up a sewing business and where to find templates and free software. Thu, 07 Jul 2011 21:26:19 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-business-marketing.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-business-marketing.html Information about sewing business marketing and how to use different marketing methods to create business success. Thu, 07 Jul 2011 21:24:41 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/schools-for-sewing.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/schools-for-sewing.html There are schools for sewing both online and in a regular classroom setting that can help those interested in using sewing skills or learning to sew as a career. Thu, 07 Jul 2011 21:06:24 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/quilting-business.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/quilting-business.html Information about what it takes to start a quilting business and how to do it. Thu, 07 Jul 2011 20:35:07 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/pbs-sewing.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/pbs-sewing.html PBS sewing programs on public television are one of the best inventions for sewing lessons in an informal setting. Information about how to find these programs. Thu, 07 Jul 2011 20:16:17 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/other-sewing-tools.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/other-sewing-tools.html Information about other sewing tools that can make a project easier, and what these are. Thu, 07 Jul 2011 20:02:03 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/longarm-quilting-business.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/longarm-quilting-business.html Information about starting a longarm quilting business and what to consider. Thu, 07 Jul 2011 19:39:39 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/embroidery-business.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/embroidery-business.html Information on starting an embroidery business and where to find it. Thu, 07 Jul 2011 18:25:34 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/books-and-ebooks.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/books-and-ebooks.html There are many great books and ebooks for learning to sew or for refreshing skill. Here is a listing reference books for learning to sew for the self-starter. Thu, 07 Jul 2011 17:15:57 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-furniture.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/sewing-furniture.html There are all different types and sizes of sewing furniture needed for setting up a sewing space, see some examples of different furnishings and where to find them. Thu, 07 Jul 2011 16:54:16 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/price-and-availability-of-drop-down-and-portable-sewing-table.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/price-and-availability-of-drop-down-and-portable-sewing-table.html Question: Hi, Just wondering if you could give me a price on a fold down and drop down table for a sewing machine? and where are they available from Thanks Wed, 06 Jul 2011 17:21:45 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/looking-for-cotton-sheeting.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/looking-for-cotton-sheeting.html Question: What kind of cotton fabric is used to make those drawstring summer weight pants an shorts you see in the stores? When I was a kid we called Sun, 29 May 2011 23:03:34 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/looking-for-sheer-plaid-fabric.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/looking-for-sheer-plaid-fabric.html Question: I wondering where I would find a sheer PLAID material....how do I go about purchasing that? Any ideas? thank you, Amy Answer: There are some Sun, 29 May 2011 22:27:12 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/looking-for-tailor-training.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/looking-for-tailor-training.html Question: I would like to find out about schools for becoming a tailor. Can you recommend any? Many thanks, Mark Prevette Answer: There are tons of Sun, 29 May 2011 21:40:30 GMT http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/looking-for-scissors-to-cut-v-in-fabric-have-you-seen-these.html http://www.the-sewing-partner.com/looking-for-scissors-to-cut-v-in-fabric-have-you-seen-these.html Question: I have seen a scissors or clipper type of tool that cuts the V in fabric for when you're trying to make inner or outer curved borders turn neatly Sun, 29 May 2011 21:22:30 GMT