Sewing Inspo

If you’re just starting out with sewing, you’ll hear the term “locking stitch” pretty early on. It’s a simple but important sewing technique that helps secure the beginning and end of your stitches, so they don’t come undone after you finish sewing. On most modern sewing machines, Locking Stitch There’s a locking stitch button (sometimes…

I still remember the first time I saw a smocked dress. It was rows of tiny, gathered stitches forming delicate patterns across the bodice. It looked like magic to me. And for years, I thought smocking was something that could only be done by hand, one tiny stitch at a time.  But it’s not true.…

Heirloom sewing might sound fancy, and honestly, it is. But it’s also incredibly rewarding. Traditionally, it involved a lot of hand stitching to create those delicate details you see on vintage baby dresses, christening gowns, and old linens like scallop stitch. The good news? Heirloom Stitch You don’t have to spend hours hand-sewing to get…

The chevron stitch looks like a bold “V” shape and rhythmic zigzag flow, and is a classic in both embroidery and modern sewing design. While they’re often seen in hand embroidery, you can easily recreate that same look with your sewing machine. I mean, Chevron To do a chevron stitch on a sewing machine, use…

The herringbone stitch has long been a hand-embroidery favorite. It is known for its crisscross pattern and decorative flair. It’s elegant, textured, and perfect for borders or adding personality to seams. But here’s the big question: can your sewing machine pull it off too? Spoiler: yes… kind of. Sewing machines can’t replicate the exact hand-stitched…

Scallop stitch! Isn’t that one of those tricky hand stitches people use in delicate embroidery? That’s what I always thought, too. The kind you have to do slowly, one curved loop at a time, with a needle and thread. But you can do scallop stitch on a sewing machine, and it looks just as beautiful,…