Jaycotts Sewing Blog: Sewing Tips, Machine Projects and Expert Guides

Machine embroidery is such a massive subject that I will be coming back to it frequently. In this post I wanted to talk more about it because I know that some of you are still undecided if an embroidery machine...

I do love machine embroidery but I appreciate that it is not for everyone for various reasons. I was intrigued therefore when I was browsing Jaycotts web site and came across these special machine feet. These machine attachments are perfect...

I recently spent a day instore at Jaycotts finding out from owners of this wonderful machine just what it is that excites them so much.What became obvious very quickly was the tremendous amount of enthusiasm and passion for this machine...

Pattern review for this fabulous designer shirt/ jacket by the American designer Lynn Mizono. The pattern is can be purchased here Vogue 1246. The fabric is quite old and I have been longing to use it for ages but never could...

The weather is cooler and Autumn colours are starting to appear so I wanted something in rich Autumnal colours to wear. I chose this pattern by Simplicity.  The pattern requires a stretch fabric which has a lot of drape. I chose...

Having sold and serviced sewing machines for over 30 years I can honestly say the biggest headaches for customers are actually caused by mis-threading of the sewing machine!   Everyone does it from time to time whether beginner or expert -...