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Detachable collar

Written by Julia Mulcair on September 18, 2024

Utilising The Continuous Bias Tape

Written by Gracie Steel on August 28, 2024

Perfect Pattern Weights

Written by Nicole McKenzie on June 18, 2024

Sewing the Perfect 6mm Seam with the PFAFF Magnetic Seam Guide

Written by Julia Mulcair on May 8, 2024

Pattern Matching a Shirt Placket

Written by Nicole McKenzie on April 17, 2024

Mastering Bias Binding: A Complete Guide for Quilters and Sewists

Written by Gracie Steel on March 27, 2024

Shirring on your PFAFF Sewing Machine with Gracie Steel

Written by Gracie Steel on January 25, 2024

Sew Your Own Dog Lead

Written by Nicole McKenzie on September 4, 2024

Shirt Making Master Class - Part one

Written by Julia Mulcair on September 2, 2024

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Detachable collar

By Julia Mulcair on September 18, 2024

A collar is an element that can really take a garment to the next level. Let’s create a detachable collar that you can add over any garment: t-shirts, sweaters, jackets… just about anything! Requirements Sewing Instructions 3. Fold the ruffle piece in half lengthwise right sides together and stitch raw edge on each end. Turn […]

Utilising The Continuous Bias Tape

By Gracie Steel on August 28, 2024

Now that we have a nice long strip of continuous bias tape, let’s use it on something!I’d like to introduce you to the Pfaff Bias Binder Attachment (note that this foot uses 24mm/1in wide bias tape). In this project, we’re going to make some baby burp cloths. I am expecting my first baby in August […]

Perfect Pattern Weights

By Nicole McKenzie on June 18, 2024

Pattern weights save time and energy when cutting out patterns and can also add a splash of colour to your sewing space! A great tool, a thoughtful gift, and the perfect scrap-buster, these pattern weights can be made in a morning so you can spend the afternoon cutting out your next masterpiece! Notes before you […]

Sewing the Perfect 6mm Seam with the PFAFF Magnetic Seam Guide

By Julia Mulcair on May 8, 2024

When sewing any garment the seam allowance is important. Most garments will have a 1 to 1.5cm seam allowance, which is easily identifiable on your machine’s base plate. When it comes to Lingerie making this gets a little trickier, most lingerie patterns have a 6mm seam allowance. Please see the video below. Why so small? […]

Pattern Matching a Shirt Placket

By Nicole McKenzie on April 17, 2024

Matching a button placket requires some careful thought and consideration but is well worth the effort for the seamless look that it creates. Understanding the construction of your button-up shirt (or dress) makes this whole process much simpler. So, before starting, read through your pattern instructions, look at your pattern, and keep a button-up garment […]

Mastering Bias Binding: A Complete Guide for Quilters and Sewists

By Gracie Steel on March 27, 2024

Let’s talk about bias binding. A handy notion for both quilters and garment markers! Bias binding refers to a strip of fabric that has been cut on the bias (a 45-degree angle to the fabric's grain) and then folded and pressed in such a way that it can be used to encase raw edges or […]

Shirring on your PFAFF Sewing Machine with Gracie Steel

By Gracie Steel on January 25, 2024

What is Shirring? Shirring refers to a decorative and functional technique that involves sewing parallel rows of elastized stitches to create a stretchy and textured fabric. Watch my video below or here. Shirring on your PFAFF Sewing Machine with Gracie Steel Now that you’ve seen some of the basics of shirring on a machine, here’s […]

Sew Your Own Dog Lead

By Nicole McKenzie on September 4, 2024

A simple project that your dog and park-goers alike will love. Bound to get compliments wherever you go, this personalised dog lead can be sewn up in an afternoon. Machine Requirements Requirements Note: this project is a little quicker and easier if you have the total length of fabric required (208cm for a big dog […]

Shirt Making Master Class - Part one

By Julia Mulcair on September 2, 2024

Part one: Planning and Preparation Shirts are certainly having a moment. They’re popping up everywhere in many forms, from sleep wear to casual two piece sets, corporate wear to sophisticated evening wear, shirts really are the garment for all occasions. The construction process can seem some what daunting, so I’m going to take you through, […]

Shirt Making Master Class Part Two: Collars, Cuffs and Hems

By Julia Mulcair on July 29, 2024

Welcome back to our shirt making master class series. If you haven’t already, take the time to read over part one where we look at fabric selection and preparation. This will guide you through selecting an appropriate fabric, interfacing, and pattern, then getting these elements ready to work with. In part two, we will delve […]

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