New product focus – is this the ideal sewing machine for beginners?

Jaguar sewing machines - your new best friend

“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 […]

Sewing tips for beginners

Sewing tips for beginners

Even experienced sewers had to start somewhere… The great thing about sewing (along with the 157,001 other reasons) is that it’s fun. And importantly you don’t have to be a Rembrandt with the needle and thread to get enjoyment from it. The key when you’re starting out is to pick up as many tips and […]

New to sewing? Here are some ideas to get you started

New to sewing? Here are some ideas to get you started

Simple sewing suggestions and tips for beginners Sewing is an enjoyable past time for many across the world. In many cases, what starts off as a hobby can go on to become a serious business. Whatever your justification for wanting to take up sewing, we’ve come up with a few suggestions that may well help […]

Overlocker / serger sewing tips

Overlocker serger sewing tips

Sewing: overlockers are sometimes known as sergers Some overlocker / serger sewing beginners aren’t aware of the difference between an overlocker and a standard sewing machine. So to get the ball rolling, we thought we’d tell you what an overlocker is… Wendy Ward provides an excellent definition on her website where she also points out […]