intro to sewing

In a word, interfacing is used for stabilizing. It’s an important part of many sewing projects, especially in garments. As the name interfacing (or interlining, as it’s sometimes called) implies,…

Slip stitching is a right of passage for many sewists, and should most definitely become a skill used by all. Also known as the "Ladder Stitch", Slip stitching is primarily…

Welt Pockets as are as much beautiful as they are a mystery to sew. They are most commonly featured in suits, vests, and those cute tailored suit pants in your closet!…

When you have a great design idea, nothing can stop you from putting your thoughts down on paper and sketching them out! In fact, that’s probably one of the best…

There are a multitude of reasons why you should incorporate hand sewing into your daily sewing repertoire. From simple repairs to decorative stitching, hand sewing can make the world of…

Darts may be a game you played in college at the local dive bar, but they’re also an extremely valuable skill to have in your sewing arsenal. These tiny folds…

Although a lot of sewing takes place on a machine, it’s important to have an arsenal of stitches that you can do by hand. Sometimes a stitch is too small…

The word tailor comes from the French “tailleur”, which roughly translates to “one who cuts material”. While today we think of tailors as people who sew, the skilled trade of…

Turning the corner into the new year always has me thinking about what’s to come, especially in my wardrobe. Due to the chill in the air and snow on the…

The ’90s are back and with them come a love for faded denim and vibrant patches. Mood has recently been adding to their online collection of patches and appliqués, many…