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Whether you’re thinking about buying a new (or used) sewing machine, or you want to get to know your existing sewing machine better, the guides and tutorials here cover everything you need to know about sewing machines!

4 Best Professional Sewing Machines (That Are Not Industrials)

It’s a funny thing, but when I’m asked what the best professional sewing machines are, my initial response is to always suggest one of the industrial sewing machines I have owned and used as a fashion designer and sample maker. The problem with that of course is that they are large, heavy and quite cumbersome …

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Types Of Industrial Sewing Machine – And Do You Need One?

I’ve covered the different types of sewing machines previously, including leather sewing machines, but I’m often asked about the types of industrial sewing machines and whether they’re really needed by the home sewer or budding fashion designer. So today, I’m sharing my experience of owning and using an industrial machine, the various industrial machine types …

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How To Clean And Oil Your Sewing Machine

When it comes to sewing machine maintenance, knowing how to clean and oil your sewing machine is something everyone who owns a sewing machine should know. That’s not to say you shoud never be taking your sewing machine to be serviced, but maintaiing the health of your machine at home will mean less damage to …

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Guide To Buying A Sewing Machine

I’ve previously talked about the different types of sewing machines, and even dug into the best leather sewing machine for anyone interested in sewing leather, but today it is time to discuss buying a sewing machine. I consider this an essential article for sewing beginners especially, as it is often them that get badgered into …

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Why Your Sewing Machine Needle Keeps Breaking

The reasons for sewing machine needle breakages are many, but if it keeps happening again and again, it could be a sign of sewing machine problems. Let’s dig into reasons why your sewing machine needle keeps breaking, and the different solutions that you can try! Common Problems Causing A Needle Break Lets have a look …

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Different Types of Sewing Machine Feet {And How To Use Them}

Home sewing machines often come with one or two basic ‘feet’ (also known as a presser foot) but there are many types of sewing machine presser feet available as add-ons that can really help you to explore the possibilities of your sewing machine and sew more creatively. Let’s look at the common (and less commonly known about) …

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