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Fabric 101

Don't Grab Just Any Bolt: A New Sewist's Field Guide to the 10 Fabrics Worth Learning First

Standing in front of the fabric wall with no idea where to start? We've all been there. Here are the ten fabrics that behave best while you're learning, plus a simple project to sew with each one.

Oct 24, 2026

Seasonal Projects

Skip the Mall, Wind a Bobbin: 7 Weekend-Quick Handmade Gifts for the Holidays

You've got fabric, a machine, and a few weekends before the holidays. That's genuinely all you need. These seven quick, giftable projects prove that the most memorable presents under the tree are the ones made on your dining room table.

Oct 24, 2026