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I created Hooked on Sewing as a venue for YOU to learn how to sew in the comfort of your own home.

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Learn how to Sew a Composition Notebook Journal Cover. These journal covers are so fun and easy to make!

Sew a Composition Notebook Journal Cover

Learn how to sew zipper tabs to create a professional finished look for your zippers - whether you shortened your zippers or not!

How to Sew Zipper Tabs

How to Shorten a Zipper by Hooked on Sewing

How to Shorten a Zipper

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Do you know what to look for in a sewing machine?

Do you know what to look for in a sewing machine?

✂ Read More: https://hookedonsewing.com/beginner-sewing-machines/

You know, when you are first learning how to sew and you buy your first sewing machine, it can be a little intimidating. But, really, there are a few things to consider that will help you make the best decision.

Come learn more!

#learntosew #sewingforbeginners #hookedonsewing #sewingisfun #janomesewing #janomesewingmachine #janomesewingmachines #janomememorycraft

Learn how to sew zipper tabs to create a professio

Learn how to sew zipper tabs to create a professional finished look for your zippers - whether you shortened your zippers or not!

✂️Read more: https://hookedonsewing.com/how-to-sew-zipper-tabs/

I use zipper tabs alot in my sewing, especially when sewing zipper pouches, bags, purses, or boxy pouches.
#sewingforbeginners #sewingtutorial #hookedonsewing #howtosew #sewingisfun #learntosew #sewingzippers

Continuing in this Learn to Sew Zippers series, to

Continuing in this Learn to Sew Zippers series, today I’m sharing how to shorten a zipper in 3 easy steps.

✅ Read more: https://hookedonsewing.com/how-to-shorten-zipper/

When I was a beginner sewist, zippers were so intimidating that I steered away from projects that included zippers. Plus, it seemed like I never had the right size zipper.

Although I admit that sewing with zippers can be a little tricky, once you know how, you never have to be intimidated by a zipper again!

❓What keeps you from sewing with zippers?

#sewingforbeginners #howtosew #hookedonsewing #sewingisfun #learntosew #sewing #with #zippers #sewingwithzippers #sewingwithzippers

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One of the best things you can do for your sewing

One of the best things you can do for your sewing machine (and your frustration level) is to clean your sewing machine regularly. But, how often is "regular" and exactly what should you clean?

✂ Read More: https://hookedonsewing.com/how-to-clean-your-sewing-machine/

#learntosew #sewingforbeginners #hookedonsewing #sewingisfun #sewingmachine #janomesewingmachine #JanomeMemoryCraft

Hi, my name is Pam Baker and I am the sewist behin

Hi, my name is Pam Baker and I am the sewist behind Hooked on Sewing. I began my sewing journey when I was a little girl about 10 years old.

And although there have been periods of time in my life where I didn’t sew, I have always loved sewing and sharing that love of sewing with others. I’ve taught not only my own daughters how to sew, but other children and adults alike.

During the pandemic, it became very apparent to me that so many people were struggling with learning how to sew. They didn't know where to start. They didn't know even what sewing machine to buy or how to turn it on once they did. Some people even bought sewing machines and never, ever opened the box.

Sewing is a true passion of mine. And, yes, I have my moments of frustration. As does every sewist I have ever known. But, it doesn't have to be! Seriously!

I have created an entire Learn to Sew Series. You start with lesson #1 and go to lesson #2 and so on. It's really important to go through these lessons in order because one lesson builds on the other. And I walk you through every step from selecting a sewing machine, to understanding all the parts of your machine, to actually sewing projects like drawstring bags, placemats, Christmas stockings, and more.

As of this very moment, there are 21 lessons in the Learn to Sew series and I'm continuously adding new content. There are handy guides to download with just about every lesson and even video tutorials.

Please come join me!

✂ Read More: https://hookedonsewing.com/welcome-to-hooked-on-sewing/
✂ Learn to Sew Series: https://hookedonsewing.com/learn-to-sew/

#learntosew #hookedonsewing #sewingisfun #sewingforbeginners #sewingtutorials

🔘 Did you know that fabric has many parts?

🔘 Do you know what those parts are or why they’re important to know?

You may know that there is a wrong side and a right side to fabric. But there’s more to fabric than just a right and a wrong or an up and down.

✂ Read More: https://hookedonsewing.com/fabric-anatomy-aka-the-parts-of-fabric/

🔘 Why do you need to know about the anatomy of fabric?

Have you ever worn a pair of slacks where the leg seam wanted to wrap around your leg instead of going straight down the leg?

Or how about a sweater or sweatshirt where the side seam kind of wrapped towards the front or back instead of straight down the side?

These things more than likely happened because someone didn’t pay attention to the grain of the fabric. So you see, it’s important to understand the anatomy of fabric so that you know how to lay out your pattern pieces properly and cut out your fabric properly.

I have put together a printer friendly Fabric Anatomy Guide that you can download for free. Just sign up on Hooked on Sewing to have the guide delivered to your Inbox!

✂ Get the Guide: https://hookedonsewing.com/fabric-anatomy-aka-the-parts-of-fabric/

#learntosew #sewingisfun #hookedonsewing #sewingtutorial #sewingforbeginners #fortheloveofsewing #fabricanatomy #allaboutfabric

Follow along in this Elastic Sewing Guide to take

Follow along in this Elastic Sewing Guide to take the guesswork out of selecting the best elastic for your sewing projects.

✂ Read More: https://hookedonsewing.com/elastic-sewing-guide/

Have you ever visited your local fabric store and perused the notions aisles and noticed ALL the different types of elastic? It can be a little confusing and overwhelming.

So, I put together this Elastic Sewing Guide to help you to not only select the best elastic for your next sewing project, but to have a better understanding of elastic for sewing in general.

Visit Hooked on Sewing to request the Guide be emailed directly to you!

#learntosew #sewingisfun #sewingforbeginners #sewingtutorial #hookedonsewing #fortheloveofsewing

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