More than Satin: Fabric Properties
I wrote this panel in response to what I consider to be incomplete information when discussing fabric. By talking about what makes a cut a fabric the specific kind of fabric it is, you get a more complete picture on what the fabric is, and are able to make better purchasing decisions. In this panel,
National Serger Month
This month is National Serger Month, and sergers are often misunderstood. Many sewists will never touch a serger, or will only touch it during a class. I like to characterize a serger as a supplement to your typical sewing machine. The stitch a serger creates is technically called an overlock stitch, and that is why
Sewing Machine Hacks
This is the second version of this panel, and I cover some ways you can make your sewing machine do things that aren’t obvious! For example: All these do not require spending a lot of money, and can be done with items you can find around your home.
Pieces of a Pie : Circle Skirt Construction
I presented this panel at Ushicon 2025 in Austin, Texas. This panel covers the basics of sewing circle skirts. I wanted to emphasize some topics that are not mentioned in most instructional content regarding circle skirts, including: