Articles by Janet

Knitting

How to Knit – Knitted Cast On

Knit away those annoying yarn tails by casting on without them! Can it be done? Yes it can! It’s called a knitted cast on and here’s how to do it. […]

Pattern Marking Tools For Sewing image
Beginner Sewing Projects

How to Transfer Sewing Pattern Markings

If you are going to sew anything, the chances are likely that you’ll have dots, squares or lines that need to be traced onto your fabric. But these markings are there to help you sew your project! Knowing how to transfer them properly can make all the difference. […]

Safety First Sign image
Sewing Tips and Tricks

The Dangers of Sewing – Part 2 of 2

Those of you who have more than a week’s worth of sewing experience will probably read this article and nod in agreement. Beginners would be wise to consider that there are potential dangers, as there are with many things in life, that are possibly inevitable, but also avoidable. […]

Hard Hat Area Sign image
Sewing Tips and Tricks

The Dangers of Sewing – Part 1 of 2

Those of you who have more than a week’s worth of sewing experience will probably read this article and nod in agreement. Beginners would be wise to consider that there are potential dangers, as there are with many things in life, that are possibly inevitable, but also avoidable. […]