Racking your brain to try to think of a great gift for someone creative and who loves working with her hands? Here are a few reasons why a sewing machine is the best Christmas gift out there! It Is Affordable If you buy your sewing machine gift at Empisal, you can take advantage of our […]
So, you are keen to take on the challenge of new and exciting sewing projects. Want to try something different? If so, you have probably been investigating appliqué and how it works. We have the information you have been looking for below, along with some helpful tips for mastering the technique. So, What Is It? […]
It is easy to make mistakes when you are just starting to sew. Sometimes it can be blamed on the sewing machine and other times, it is because we are simply human. Identifying these mistakes can help you to avoid making them in the future as well as to rectify certain mistakes. Empisal gives you […]
There is a great list of quilt types that combines both traditional and modern types of quilts. These may be of importance to you if you are new to quilting or curious about this exciting hobby. Empisal has a guide to the different types of quilts that can be used with any affordable sewing machine. […]
Sewing with denim can be an easy skill to master if you have a little time and patience. With the right sewing machine and sewing equipment, you can easily stitch your favourite pair of jeans or design stylish denim clothing on a professional level. A useful sewing machine that has multiple functions like the Empisal […]
Purchasing a first sewing machine is an exciting step for beginners when starting their new hobby or venturing into a creative new world. As a beginner, you are likely to want a sewing machine that is the most basic and easy to use like the Empisal Expression 889 Sewing Machine or Empisal Creations. Here at […]
If you’re just starting out on this exciting new hobby of sewing, you are likely learning how to sew as you go along. You may have read some guides, downloaded a template or two or even completed a sewing machine project. In this time you’ve likely come across various sewing machine feet and wondered as […]
A professional finish to any sewing machine project requires a good hem. It stops the knit fabric from rolling up, can add a pop of colour if a contrasting thread is used and gives the garment a defined outline. A useful sewing machine that can be utilised for a variety of functions (such as hemming […]
When a baby is born, it is always nice to give a gift that is both practical and from the heart. Both these criteria can be achieved with a sewing project. Here are few easy sewing project ideas that you can make and give as a baby shower gift: A Baby Bib Babies make […]
If you are just starting out as an amateur seamstress, a great garment that will not only be loved but will help you learn to sew as you put it together is none other than a fluffy tutu. Your little one will be overjoyed at the prospect of becoming a ballerina. And best of all, […]
