Sewing Resources
Essential sewing knowledge, tools, and reference guides. From choosing the right needles and scissors to understanding sewing terminology, these resources help you build a strong foundation in sewing.
September 2, 2026
A sewing table should be 26 to 28 inches high with the machine sitting on top, or 28 to 30…→
September 2, 2026
Sewing supplies at Walmart are in the Arts, Crafts and Sewing aisle, usually toward the back near the fabric cutting…→
September 2, 2026
Sewing needles are allowed in carry-on baggage in the United States, with no size limit and no special packaging. So…→
July 31, 2026
Bias tape is a strip of fabric cut at 45 degrees to the grain with the long raw edges pressed…→
March 25, 2026
Thread weight runs backwards: the higher the number, the finer the thread. A 50wt thread is thinner than a 40wt,…→
March 22, 2026
Use a walking foot when the top and bottom layers need to feed at the same rate: quilting, slippery fabric,…→
March 22, 2026
Use a rotary cutter for straight lines and long cuts, and scissors for curves and detail. A rotary cutter is…→
March 21, 2026
Use polyester thread for garments and anything that needs to stretch or survive heavy washing. Use cotton thread for quilting…→
March 17, 2026
Work through four checks in order: the machine is plugged in and switched on, the bobbin winder is pushed back…→
March 17, 2026
Before adjusting the tension dial, rethread the machine with the presser foot raised. The tension discs only open when the…→
