Autumn has quietly crept up on us. And the chill in the air and longer nights call for snuggling up under a quilt with a cup of hot cocoa and your favourite series. Wait… Did I say “quilt”? Does the mere mention of the word leave you with a guilty pang about unfinished sewing projects! […]
When learning how to sew for seniors, it is worthwhile to focus on learning how to create adaptive clothing so that the wearer can obtain the maximum level of comfort and make the most of their wardrobe. Here are some helpful tips on how to sew adaptive clothing for seniors, courtesy of the sewing experts […]
Show up to the next dinner party or event in style, sporting a beautiful bottle of bubbly or mouth-watering wine in a hand-made wine holder bag. Create your own in a flash by following our simple, step-by-step sewing machine tutorial below. Sewing Equipment And Materials That You’ll Need 1 fat quarter main fabric 25,4 cm […]
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? […]
The vintage style not only gives your fabric a unique look, it also allows you to experiment your skills. If you love the style, there are many ways in which you can add the vintage touch to your sewing projects. Some of these ways include: Hand sew your sewing machine projects While there are many […]
When you are just a sewing beginner, you not only need to know how to use the sewing machine, you also need to learn to sew with your hands. To help you out, here are 4 tips that will help you hand-sew like a pro. Have the necessary sewing equipment Everything begins here as there […]
In the cooler winter months, everyone loves to get cosy under the blankets, drink steaming cocoa and watch their favourite movie. What better way to get comfy than under a quilt you made? Or you could spread the cosy joy and sew a quilt for your friends and loved ones! All you need is a […]
Whatever your age, Halloween is the biggest holiday of the year for anyone who loves to dress up! Finding the right costume or accessories can be difficult – and expensive – but fortunately your sewing skills are the answer. Here are some spooky Halloween sewing projects to enjoy from Empisal, makers of the Empisal 120A […]
Leggings are a wonderful addition to any wardrobe, no matter your age or body type! Wear them around the house or out on the town whatever the season – and the best thing is that you can get creative with colours and patterns. Here are some tips on how to sew leggings from Empisal, makers […]
Making a drawstring laundry bag is a great sewing project where you can learn new skills and end up with a useful, attractive result. Here’s a tutorial from Empisal, where you can learn how to make a laundry bag on your EMPISAL EES 50 or other sewing machine and develop your channel stitching skills. Materials […]
