How To Choose The Right Fabric For Your Sewing Project

Diving into fabric choices is like stepping into a candy store, except this time, you’re selecting threads instead of sweets. Fabrics are the core ingredient in sewing, and picking the right one depends largely on understanding the various types available. Fabric types generally break into two broad categories: natural and synthetic. Natural fabrics like cotton … Read more

Sewing Tools Every Beginner Needs

sewing tools, scissors, three machine foot

Kicking off your sewing journey with the right tools makes everything smoother. Got a needle and thread? You’re already halfway there, but let’s add a few more essentials to your toolbox. Needles are your new best friends. From hand-sewing needles for those delicate stitch-ups to machine needles tackling everything tough, they’re indispensable. Keep a pack … Read more

What I Recommend For Sewing Machines: Vintage Sewing Machines

vintage sewing machine with blue tape measure

I have a special fondness for vintage steel sewing machines-so what I recommend for sewing machines, are those particularly crafted from the 1940s to the 1970s. These machines don’t just stitch fabric; they weave stories of an era renowned for its robust manufacturing and attention to detail. I recommend choosing a vintage piece from this … Read more

About Laura

Hi, I’m Laura, the creative mind behind Sew New York, and I’ve been hopelessly in love with sewing since I was a child. It started when I was 9 years old, with my mother and grandmother as my first teachers. They taught me how to use the sewing machine and handed me needles and thread, … Read more

Welcome to Your “Premium” Website!

Welcome to your Premium Level Website! YES! You’ve done it. Your new website is up and running, and this is the platform from where you’re going to launch and build out your online business venture. Wealthy Affiliate is no ordinary platform. Here, we strive to turn YOU into our next success story. We equip you … Read more