Teach the World to Sew Day™ 2026:
The final stitch may have been sewn, but the creative possibilities are far from finished. Read more
Posted by Pfaff Australia on 24/09/2026
Sew Your Own Dog Lead
A simple project that your dog and park-goers alike will love. Bound to get compliments where Read more
Posted by Nicole McKenzie on 09/06/2026
Shirt Making Master Class: Part 3
If you’ve been following along in our shirt making master class, we are almost at the end! It’s Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 08/06/2026
Best Summer Dress Patterns
Summer is here and it’s time to make some glorious frocks! I’ve selected some of my top summer Read more
Posted by Nicole McKenzie on 08/06/2026
Winter Sewing Pattern Picks
The weather is cooling down in the Southern Hemisphere, which means it’s time to make some Read more
Posted by Nicole McKenzie on 08/06/2026
Adding Embroidery to Your Baby Burp
Remember those burp cloths I made a little while ago? Well, my baby boy finally arrived & I was Read more
Posted by Gracie Steel on 08/06/2026
Perfect Hems with the 10mm Hemming Foot
The hemming of a garment is one of the most important steps. With precise, neat hemming, your Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 08/06/2026
Boho Yoga Mat Bag
Instead of chucking your mat in the back of the car on the way to your next exercise class, why Read more
Posted by Devon lott on 08/06/2026
DIY Bookmark
This no-slip bookmark is a quick sew and a perfect gift for booklovers. Make it extra special Read more
Posted by Nicole McKenzie on 08/06/2026
Hand crafted Fairy wings
Who believes in fairies? These beautiful hand-crafted fairy wings are the perfect gift for the. Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 08/06/2026
Perfect 1cm hems using the 10mm Hemmer
Make tidy, straight, doubled over 10mm hems in an instant with the 10mm hemmer! This attachment Read more
Posted by Nicole McKenzie on 08/06/2026
Mastering the Stitch in the Ditch Foot
If you love neat, invisible finishes, the stitch-in-the-ditch foot is about to become your new Read more
Posted by Gracie Steel on 08/06/2026
Hearts for Babies
Hearts for babies is a beautiful initiative that we can all jump onboard! In NICU units and Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 08/06/2026
Mending with Embroidery
Machine embroidery is a unique, stylish, and strong way to repair clothing and home furnishings Read more
Posted by Nicole McKenzie on 08/06/2026
Adding side-seam pockets to pre-made
In my opinion, all the best clothes have pockets. But. if you’ve bought something lacking pocke Read more
Posted by Nicole McKenzie on 08/06/2026
Mastering the 5 Groove Pintuck Foot
Why this foot: If you’re looking to add texture and dimension to your sewing without complicate Read more
Posted by Gracie Steel on 08/06/2026
Mastering the Blind Hem Foot
Why this foot: If you’re looking for a way to give your garments a polished, ready-to-wear Read more
Posted by Gracie Steel on 08/06/2026
Easter Bunny Bags
This is a great stash-buster project as you only need 30cm of outer fabric and 30cm of lining Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 08/06/2026
Travel Purse
This little purse is a real winner for when you’re flying, heading to the beach, off on a Read more
Posted by PFAFF Australia on 04/06/2026
Admire Air 6000 Easy Threading & Black
Threading problems can ruin momentum. A skipped stitch or tangled looper is enough to slow Read more
Posted by PFAFF Australia on 25/05/2026
Beyond the Zipper: Precision Piping
When we think of a zipper foot, we usually think of installing zippers. But this clever little Read more
Posted by PFAFF Australia on 25/05/2026
Why Upgrade PFAFF Expression 710 to
If you love sewing, a machine like the PFAFF expression 710 is reliable, versatile, and Read more
Posted by PFAFF Australia on 19/05/2026
PFAFF Creative Performance 950 vs
When it comes to high-end sewing and embroidery machines, PFAFF® offers two exceptional models Read more
Posted by PFAFF Australia on 19/05/2026
Mastering Invisible Zippers
Why this foot: Invisible zippers have a reputation for being intimidating — but with the right Read more
Posted by Gracie Steel on 19/05/2026
Top 5 Projects You Can Make with PFAFF
Running out of sewing ideas is common. You sit down ready to create, but nothing sparks. The Read more
Posted by PFAFF on 19/05/2026
Detachable collar
A collar is an element that can really take a garment to the next level. Let’s create a Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 18/09/2024
Shirt Making Master Class – Part one
Shirts are certainly having a moment. They’re popping up everywhere in many forms, from sleep Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 19/05/2026
Utilising The Continuous Bias Tape
Now that we have a nice long strip of continuous bias tape, let’s use it on something!I’d lik Read more
Posted by Gracie Steel on 28/08/2024
Shirt Making Master Class Part Two
Welcome back to our shirt making master class series. If you haven’t already, take the time Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 29/07/2024
Perfect Pattern Weights
Pattern weights save time and energy when cutting out patterns and can also add a splash of Read more
Posted by Nicole McKenzie on 18/06/2024
Sewing the Perfect 6mm Seam with the
When sewing any garment the seam allowance is important. Most garments will have a 1 to 1.5cm Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 08/05/2024
Pattern Matching a Shirt Placket
Matching a button placket requires some careful thought and consideration but is well worth Read more
Posted by Nicole McKenzie on 17/04/2024
Mastering Bias Binding: A Complete Guide
Let’s talk about bias binding. A handy notion for both quilters and garment markers! Bias Read more
Posted by Gracie Steel on 23/03/2024
DIY Sleep Mask Sewing Project with
This sleep mask is a fast and easy project for makers of all abilities and a great way to use Read more
Posted by Nicole McKenzie on 01/03/2024
Mastering Lycra Sewing – Top Tips for
Lycra is an amazing fabric! It possesses elements that no other fabric can replicate, most Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 22/02/2024
Shirring on your PFAFF Sewing Machine
What is Shirring? Shirring refers to a decorative and functional technique that involves sewing Read more
Posted by Gracie Steel on 25/01/2024
Dressing Up For Frocktails, 2023
I love a project! As I’m sure many of you do, and frocktails is the perfect excuse to make some Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 11/12/2023
Sewing An Invisible Zip and Square Neck
This week I spied some lovely gingham linens in 3 great colours. They’re perfect for spring and Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 11/12/2023
Buttonholes Made Easy
Making buttonholes can feel like a high-pressure task – they’re the final step of a project and Read more
Posted by Nicole McKenzie on 11/12/2023
Embroidered Christmas Napkins
As Christmas draws closer, I’m starting to think about my Christmas table. With a focus on Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 11/12/2023
Reusable Christmas Bon Bons
Christmas is my favourite time of year! I love the gifting, the decorating, the cheer…. just ev Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 11/12/2023
Christmas Countdown Calendar
Make a Christmas Countdown Calendar! A countdown calendar is the perfect way to get excited for Read more
Posted by Nicole McKenzie on 10/11/2023
Meet Our New Blogger: Gracie from By
We are thrilled to announce the a new PFAFF blogger, Gracie from By Gracie Steele. Meet Gracie Read more
Posted by Pfaff Australia on 02/11/2023
How to sew a Birdie Applique Apron
Project originally posted on mySewnet by Becky Hanson Applique is a great way to embellish and Read more
Posted by Pfaff Australia on 12/08/2023
How to Sew a Cork Wine Tote Bag
The project was originally posted on mySewnet by Amanda Stahl. Craft your own stylish and Read more
Posted by Pfaff Australia on 09/08/2023
Sewing with fine fabrics, the Imby’s
Me Made May has just ended, and once again it’s been an endless source of inspiration. One make Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 07/08/2023
How to Make a Personalised Draw String
As a mum of 5, one of the things that makes my life easier is having a dedicated bag for Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 02/08/2023
How to Make a Simple Library Bag
One of the great joys of sewing is seeing someone’s face light up when you’ve made something Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 31/07/2023
Top tips for sewing with knit fabrics
Most garment-makers begin their sewing journeys with woven fabrics – cotton, linen, and Read more
Posted by Nicole McKenzie on 20/07/2023
How to Sew a Father’s Day Tie
Make Dad Feel Extra Special this Father’s Day with a Handmade Tie! Pattern originally posted Read more
Posted by Pfaff Australia on 20/07/2023
Introducing our New Blogger: Nicole from
We are thrilled to announce a wonderful addition to our blogging team! Please give a warm Read more
Posted by Pfaff Australia on 14/07/2023
How to Sew a Yoga Mat Bag
Introduction: If you’re a yoga enthusiast, you know how important it is to have a good quality Read more
Posted by Pfaff Australia on 11/07/2023
How to Sew a One-Hour Sequin Skirt
We had some amazing sequin fabrics arrive this week at Pitt Trading and I couldn’t resist makin Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 04/07/2023
How to Sew a simple elastic waist skirt
Are you looking for a quick and easy sewing project that you can complete in just a few hours? Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 21/06/2023
Make an Embroidered Chatelaine from Old
Pattern by Mikael Svensson originally posted on mysewnet.com A Chatelaine is originally a belt Read more
Posted by Pfaff Australia on 07/06/2023
How to Sew a wired bra with lace fabric
Often when we think of the materials required to make a wired bra, we think of a lace edging. A Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 30/05/2023
Add Embroidery to a Simple Dress with
Sometimes you need a feature to really make a garment sing! I wanted to make a simple denim Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 15/05/2023
How to Use the Blind Hem Foot for the ID
Blind hemming is the perfect way to finish the hem on a garment when you do not want a stitchin Read more
Posted by Debbie Lomas on 10/05/2023
What’s on Julia’s To-Make List this
How good is it to be able to make your own clothes? Amazing, right! As sewers we have the Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 26/06/2023
A Party Fit for Two Princesses
My twins recently turned 4 and requested a Princess tea party. Naturally, the sewer in me Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 14/04/2023
Bunny Bags For Easter Egg Hunting
Easter seems to have come around super quick this year! I’ve got an easy Easter sewing project Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 06/04/2023
How to sew Elastic with the PFAFF
Introduction: It’s time to stop searching for a better way to sew elastic. The Elastic Foot for Read more
Posted by Pfaff Australia on 04/04/2023
How to Make a Cosmetic Bag with the
Want to make something for Mum this Mother’s day but not sure what? Why not make her a Cosmetic Read more
Posted by Cath Quinlan on 27/03/2023
Time to Frock up for Frocktails Again
I recently attended the inaugural Blue Mountains Frocktails event, hosted at the beautiful Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 02/03/2023
Sewing the Perfect Summer Dress
I was perusing the accessories catalogue recently and noticed there was a gathering foot, a Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 10/02/2023
Using the Invisible Zipper Foot
Invisible zippers are the least noticeable of all zippers. As the name implies, the zipper is Read more
Posted by Debbie Lomas on 07/02/2023
Creating your own Straight Skirt
Looking to expand on your sewing skills and possibly looking to try your hand at self-drafting Read more
Posted by Pfaff Australia on 30/01/2023
How to Sew a Tote Bag for Beach Trips
The sun on your face, the salty breeze in your hair, who else loves warm summer days at the Read more
Posted by Pfaff Australia on 11/01/2023
Sew a Boho Linen Dress with PFAFF
Finally, some warmer weather is upon us and I have been taking the opportunity to sew some Read more
Posted by Pfaff Australia on 01/01/2023
Some Special Christmas Dresses!
I always make something special for my children to wear at Christmas, and having twin Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 21/12/22
Lingerie Society Sewing Retreat – Sewing
I recently had the pleasure of hosting 20 lovely ladies for the second Lingerie sewists retreat Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 07/12/2022
Embroidery 101: How to use an Embroidery
So you are new to the world of machine embroidery and feel a little bit overwhelmed by the Read more
Posted by Pfaff Australia on 05/12/2022
Easy 3 Seam Drawstring Gift Bag
Make wrapping presents extra special this festive season with this guide on how to sew a gift Read more
Posted by Pfaff Australia on 28/11/2022
Patchwork Christmas Stocking Project
The holiday season is well on its way! Get into the festive spirit and create this quilted Read more
Posted by Pfaff Australia on 28/11/2022
Sewing my Sydney Frocktails dress on my
Frocktails is an event held all around the world in various locations, hosted by lots of Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 25/11/2022
The Capulet Dress with Embroidered
With the spring weather finally arriving, I’ve been sewing some dresses for the warmer Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 09/11/2022
Quilted Christmas Wall Hanging
Project stitched with the PFAFF creative icon 2. Combine the plethora of designs from the Read more
Posted by Cath Quinlan on 04/11/2022
How to Make a Santa Stocking
Stitched with the PFAFF ambition 630 Create your own beautiful fabric with the stunning Read more
Posted by Cath Quinlan on 04/11/2022
Spooky Halloween Decor Cushions
Halloween has become more and more popular, with decor popping up everywhere! My kids were Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 26/10/2022
Making Monogrammed Ducky Bath Puppets
I had a sewing day with a friend recently and we worked on this fun project. Kids love these Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 25/10/2022
How to make Spooky but Sweet Gift
With Halloween approaching, I was inspired to make some spooky sweet gifts for my Children. Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 20/10/2022
Halloween Sweater
We are embracing the Halloween spirit at my house and getting set for a spooky, fun, festive Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 11/10/2022
How to add padding to your bra cup
Introduction October is breast care awareness month, and we think this little project: How To Read more
Posted by Pfaff Australia on 10/10/2022
The Perfect Breezy Summer Dress Tutorial
Warmer weather has arrived, and you know what that means: it’s time for the perfect breezy Read more
Posted by Pfaff Australia on 10/10/2022
The Maker Sweater. Easy Applique on the
I loved the last sweater I made so much, I decided to make another! This time using applique. Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 28/09/2022
Customized casual sweater using machine
I’ve had the idea in my head for a little while that I wanted to make a casual sweater, but Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 14/09/2022
How to Sew a Wine Tote Bag
Introduction: What’s better than a picnic? Having a picnic with friends and wine, of course! Read more
Posted by Pfaff Australia on 06/09/2022
Why PFAFF Creative 3.0 Is the Perfect
Introduction: The creative 3.0 Sewing and Embroidery machine is a great machine to enter the Read more
Posted by Pfaff Australia on 05/09/2022
More Adventures in Embroidering on Soft
You may have seen in my last post, I wanted to try embroidering onto soft bra tulle with my Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 02/09/2022
Embroidering onto Soft Bra Tulle for
It’s no secret I have a passion for lingerie making, and I wanted to incorporate embroidery Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 22/08/2022
How to make a Ribbon Stitch Organiser
Elevate your organization with this simple organiser! It uses elastic bands within the Ribbon Read more
Posted by Pfaff Australia on 08/08/2022
Sewing McCalls 7969 in a Bold Striped
If you’re across any kind of social media you would have seen many a version of McCalls 7969 Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 04/08/2022
Serious Stabiliser Speak – Light and
Inspira Light & Tacky Tear-A-Way stabiliser is a removable stabiliser with a revolutionary Read more
Posted by Debbie Lomas on 25/07/2022
Sewing the Olive Bloom Bra
It’s no secret I love to sew lingerie! How many handmade bras is too many? There’s no limit to Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 21/07/2022
Sewing Kit
Keep your threads and pins organized with this DIY sewing kit! Complete with using some of Read more
Posted by Pfaff Australia on 15/07/2022
A Birthday Crown Fit For a Princess!
It was my Niece’s birthday recently, and I love to make something for them each year. This time Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 06/07/2022
Donut Zipper Pouch
Stitch up one of these super fun donut-sized pouches to hold all your small accessories. Choose Read more
Posted by Devon lott on 28/06/2022
Personalised Hooded Towels
Personalisation is definitely having a moment! I’m seeing monograms and embroidered names Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 22/06/2022
Serious Stabiliser Speak – Dissolve-A
When you want to sew an embroidery, although you want to remove all remnants of any sort of Read more
Posted by Debbie Lomas on 21/06/2022
Sewing a wired bra… at a lingerie sewing
ast weekend I was delighted to host 24 ladies at the inaugural Lingerie society sewing Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 09/06/2022
An Intro to the PFAFF creative 3.0 and
Hi There! I’m Julia, owner of online fabric store Pitt Trading and The lingerie society and all Read more
Posted by Julia Mulcair on 25/05/2022
Serious Stabiliser Speak – Inspira
Dissolve away stabiliser is a stabiliser to use when embroidering on a garment or project and Read more
Posted by Debbie Lomas on 22/05/2022
Serious Stabiliser Speak – Inspira Cut-
One of the fundamental elements of embroidery is using a stabiliser to prevent puckering and Read more
Posted by Debbie Lomas on 28/04/2022
Mother’s Day Flower Wrap
Looking for a quick project to spruce up your Mother’s Day gift? This In-the-hoop project is Read more
Posted by Cath Quinlan on 05/04/2022
Serious Stabiliser Speak – Tear-A-Way
One of the fundamental elements of embroidery is using a stabiliser to prevent puckering and Read more
Posted by Debbie Lomas on 23/03/2022
mySewnet Snap Shot 6
Here is another video in the series which is how to digitize using the Digitizing module of Read more
Posted by Letitia Moore on 28/02/2022
mySewnet SnapShot 5
Here is another video in the series which is how to digitize using the Express Design Wizard Read more
Posted by Letitia Moore on 01/02/2022
Foxy Cushion Applique on PFAFF: Satin
Anybody that knows me will wonder why I am writing a BLOG on applique the manual way. I am a Read more
Posted by Cath Quinlan on 03/01/2022
Christmas Dress
ping! My favourite trim – for garments, home furnishings and quilted projects! Your projects Read more
Posted by Christine Flood on 16/12/2021
mySewnet SnapShot 4
Here is another video in the series which is about creating a graphic image in the Draw & Paint Read more
Posted by Letitia Moore on 15/11/2021
Foot of the Month – Piping Foot
Piping is a quick and easy way to add detail, a pop of colour, contrast, or texture to any . Read more
Posted by Debbie Lomas on 01/11/2021
Pocket Bells Machine Embroidery In The
Jingle bells, jingle bells, jingle all the way, Oh what fun it is to stitch on a hot and sunny Read more
Posted by Cath Quinlan on 15/10/2021
Exclusive Stitch Technique – Ribbon
They say you should never work with children or animals, but when you have a little cutie like Read more
Posted by Cath Quinlan on 14/10/2021
Decorative Triangular Pouch
Learn how to make this eye-catching triangular pouch. Watch the video and read the notes and Read more
Posted by Letitia Moore on 13/10/2021
Jazzy Jacket
The Beading Foot has faded in popularity over the years, as beading on garments has fallen by Read more
Posted by Christine Flood on 07/10/2021
The foot of the month: Beading Foot
Beading Foot 2-3mm Part Number P8208840-96 Beading Foot 4mm Part Number P8206040-96 Beading Read more
Posted by Debbie Lomas on 01/09/2021
