Getting started using a sewing machine is straight-forward and fun. Once you’ve threaded your needle and bobbin and chosen ...

Like all Hackaday readers, we pride ourselves on having at least a passing acquaintance with how most things work. But we suspect to a lot of people, things we take for granted — computers, air ...

If you aren’t an experienced quilter or embroider, a sewing machine may not seem worth the investment. But they come in handy even for non-crafty projects, like repairing a ripped seam or hemming a ...

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We independently review everything we recommend. When you buy through our links, we may earn a commission. Learn more› By Kase Wickman When I review sewing machines for Wirecutter, I focus on machines ...

Free-motion quilting, preloaded alphabets, and hundreds of stitches—today’s sewing machines do more than stitch in a straight line. By Carol Benton, By Stacey L. Nash Updated Oct 13, 2023 12:40 PM EDT ...

Maayan Zilberman is an artist and the founder of candy brand Sweet Saba. She is currently working on new sculpture and developing a book about upcycled clothes for children. The first time I tried ...

This story was originally published on May 3, 2021, and has been updated. Thinking about taking the leap into making your own clothes? We asked some experts how to get started. You don't need much, ...