Why we just love sewing machine presser feet
They make sewing MUCH easier – and even more fun! We’ve waxed lyrical about sewing machine presser feet on a number of occasions – and we think they’re the most underrated and overlooked addon in sewing land! Described as “a life savior of the sewist” on the Sew Guide website, the good old presser foot […]
Some wonderful quilting tips!
It’s “a really fun way to get creative” We love quilting here at Jaguar Sewing Machine Central, so we’re always on the look out for some useful quilting tips, tricks and techniques to share with our colleagues and sewing groups. (Get in touch if you’d like us to cover a specific topic in a forthcoming […]
Exactly why did the Jaguar DQS403SE sewing machine catch our eye?
Perfect for patchworking and quilting! This time we’re spilling the beans on why we love the Jaguar DQS 403QSE sewing machine – and it’s giving us a problem. There are so many features that we like, we couldn’t restrict the list to “our top 10 features”, because there are way more than that! Somehow “27 reasons we […]
Enjoying making your workout wear doesn’t force you to go to the gym!
Loving sewing is a great way to start exercising – or not… New Year – lots of new resolutions. This is the time of year when many people are already conveniently forgetting those heartfelt intentions to get fit. Live well. Go to the gym. Cut down on the booze… Many of us have actually taken […]
New sewing machine focus – the 10 reasons we love the Jaguar DQS403SE
Perfect for patchworking and quilting! In this review we’re having a look at the brand new Jaguar DQS 403QSE sewing machine, which is fast becoming a favourite of many here. Although it’s described as an “entry level machine” it is in fact rather more sophisticated than that, but is still remarkably easy to use – and thread […]
How to avoid the dreaded pristine hem when you take up a pair of jeans
Shorten the leg – but keep the original stressed hem We love our favourite prestressed, prewashed jeans. It’s so hard to find a pair that fits well – and you want to ensure that everything is just so when you wear them. BUT – there’s a common problem. What if, having just found your dream […]
New product focus – is this the ideal sewing machine for beginners?
“The best budget sewing machine in the UK?” The Jaguar DQS401 sewing machine has just arrived for the first time in the UK – and it’s exciting news for potential first time sewist, or one of those who are looking to upgrade from a tired old mechanical unit. Although it’s classed as an entry level […]
Winter coat DIY: how your sewing machine can keep you warm this winter
Do you think that sewing a coat is too tricky a project for you? Well maybe it’s time for a rethink… It’s only just starting to get colder after what proved to be one of the warmest summers in recent years. But now it’s time to begin preparations for the onset of winter (don’t blame […]
39 top sewing hacks, tips and how-tos
Goodies to make all sewists’ lives easier! Forgive us if we look a little smug with this one: we’re rather proud of how much sewing usefulness with all these sewing hacks that we’ve managed to cram into one article! The conversation here started off with a chance remark “what is that little knobbly bit on […]
Can you turn a sewing passion into a business?
Advice and examples of sewing entrepreneurship Many of us have from time to time wondered if our sewing passion could lead us on the greater things – most notably being able to give up the day job, or at least earn a little extra from our number one pastime. The simple fact is that hundreds […]