It's time for a random post about something that's nothing at all to do with sewing or making stuff! You probably know already that I have 4 boys, and you might also know that I home educate the younger 2. I did have the 2nd one at home last year as well, but he went back to school in September for the start of secondary school. Some people make the decision to home educate their children when they are babies. It wasn't like this for us! My ... Read the Post...
DIY Reusable Cloths
Making some DIY reusable cloths is a nice, quick and easy little project. It's also one of these where you might have the stuff you need to make them already! They're easy to batch as well, so you can make a few in one go. I made these last week in preparation for our trip to Japan, because apparently you have to supply your own little towels for drying your hands when you use a public toilet. Unfortunately the trip is now off due to ... Read the Post...
9 Tips For Sewing With Shiny Fabric
When you're new to sewing, working with cotton is by far and away the easiest sort of fabric to use. It doesn't fray too much, it doesn't stretch, it holds its shape and it will go through the sewing machine without getting stuck or sliding around all over the place. But sooner or later, you're going to want to sew with something else. Perhaps something shiny, floaty, thicker, or stretchy. Sewing with shiny fabric can seem daunting, ... Read the Post...
Easiest Notebook Ever! How To Make a Notebook
Easiest Notebook Ever! How To Make a Notebook This post contains affiliate links. It doesn't cost you anything but if you click on a link and make purchase, you'll help to support Tea and a Sewing Machine. Oh my goodness, who doesn't love stationery?? Pretty notebooks, matching pens, washi tape, colouring pencils that are pretty to look at and colour nicely too, it all comes second only to a pile of fat quarters! Notebooks are ... Read the Post...