The Sewing Room
How to Finish a Seam on Woven and Knit Fabric
Seam finishes are an important part of the sewing process that is often neglected by beginners. Today we’ll be discussing seam finishes – what they are and some of the...
How often should you change the needle on your sewing machine? [Answered]
Have you ever googled "How often should you change the needle on your sewing machine?" - well here is the answer! Rule of thumb is you should change the needle every...
How to use a twin needle on a sewing machine
Gone are the times of using a zig-zag stitch to hem your knit garment! If you haven't discovered the magical world of twin needles - today is your lucky day....
Can you wear French terry fabric in summer?
Can you wear French terry fabric in the summer? This is a question I get asked a lot. The answer is yes! A medium-weight, cotton, French terry is perfect for...
Learn your fabrics - Rib Knits 2*2
You may have noted on the Melco website we list a 2*2 rib knit fabric. This means that two stitches were knitted and then two stitches were purled to achieve ribs that...
Why I Love 'PDF' Sewing Patterns - And You Will Too
Hi fellow Sewists! Today, I {Mel} thought I would talk to you about PDF sewing patterns, why I love them and why you will too. 'PDF' sewing patterns are electronic...
What kind of sewing machine needles do I need? - ANSWERED
Hi fellow Sewists! So today I {Mel} thought we would take a moment to talk about sewing needles and why they matter. Are they really a big deal you ask?...