If your reading this blog, chances are you’ve already made the decision to sell a vintage sewing machine. However, I have a few things you should consider before getting rid of it. Street value Many vintage sewing machines are 50 years old or older. But as of the time of writing this blog, sewing machines […]
Fall is a wonderful time to get dye from plants. In the fall season, my favorite dye to make is a dark brown that comes from walnut hulls. But on my most recent adventures, I was able to find burn weed. This “weed” was used to treat illnesses including: Burn Weed Was Used To make […]
Sewing machine AI is being promoted . But, there are potential downsides. The downsides along with instructions to this weeks quilt block are below. YOUTUBE VIDEO ALONG WITH QUILT BLOCK INSTRUCTIONS In the video, I made a star block from Marie’s Quilt by Marie-Claude Picon. This block was provided in the 2020 quilt calendar. To […]
The big 4 pattern company just filed for chapter 11 bankruptcy and it’s highlighting the problem with printed sewing patterns. Who are the Big 4 Big 4 pattern company is Simplicity, McCall’s, Butterick, and Vogue. They were purchased by a private equity firm called Design Group America’s back in January of 2020. Following acquisition, the […]
Michaels has acquired Joann intellectual property, now what? What the reports say about Michaels The company is rumored to start carrying Brother & Singer sewing machines, Oliso Smart Irons, Pellon stabilizer, and Pellon batting. In yarn, they are supposed to start carrying 60 loops & threads offerings, Big Twist yarn, and amigurumi kits. But, where will […]