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 This article is brought to you by  Lizzsews . Are you interested in learning how to sew? This article is the fourth 'unit' in the learning to sew article series. Follow along, let's learn how to use your sewing machine together! Recommended read:  Learning to sew article series Here are some of the main topics that you’ll want to know about fabric, that you’ll need to know to sew on fabric.    - There are different types of fabric  You most likely know that there are tons of different types of fabrics, from denim in jeans to polyester in dry-fit shirts.  The most common fabric used for sewing is cotton, it is probably one of the easiest materials to sew with too! Even just saying “cotton” fabric is quite vague because there are a few different types of cotton fabric, for example, quilting cotton and cotton jersey fabric.  Quilting cotton: 100% cotton, has a plain weave and often keeps its shape after being washed. It is the most common type of fabric to be used when sew

 This article is brought to you by  Lizzsews . Are you interested in learning how to sew? This article is the third 'unit' in the learning to sew article series. Follow along, let's learn how to use your sewing machine together! Recommended read:  Learning to sew article series Onto sewing the paper! Here’s what you’ll need:    - Sewing machine     - Lined paper     - Pen    - Sewing needle    - Presser foot “J”    - Thread    - A prepped machine     1. Place the paper under the presser foot, place it so once you sew you can sew along one of the lines, and lower the presser foot. To do this, bring the presser foot lever down.     2. To start your needle in the correct place, turn the handwheel. Turn it towards you, never the other way, until the needle is in the paper. Either depress the foot controller with your foot or click the start/stop button to start.     3.  The feed dogs will help to keep the paper moving through the machine, and you will use your hands to guide th

 This article is brought to you by  Lizzsews . Are you interested in learning how to sew? This article is the second 'unit' in the learning to sew article series. Follow along, let's learn how to use your sewing machine together! Recommended read:  Learning to sew article series Before you can sew, you have to set up your machine. This article will guide you through step by step on how to get your machine ready to sew.

 This article is brought to you by  Lizzsews . Are you interested in learning how to sew? This article is the first 'unit' in the learning to sew article series. Follow along, let's learn how to use your sewing machine together! Recommended read: Learning to sew article series Why would I sew on paper? Sewing on paper is one of the best ways to learn about your sewing machine and how to use it. You can learn how to pivot the presser foot, sew in a straight line, sew on curves, learn how the feed dogs work, and more. Before you even need to worry about your fabric and thread. Presser foot:  this is the attachment used on your sewing machine that is underneath the needle. It holds down the fabric as you sew to keep it secure. There are many different types of presser feet for different functions. The presser feet are often labelled with letters. Feed dogs:   these are the teeth-like ridges underneath the presser foot that guide the fabric through the machine. When embroiderin

 This article is brought to you by  Lizzsews . This series is going to be geared towards any sewers who are brand new , just starting out , getting back into   it  or even just sewers wanting to go back to the basics ! This series is suited for anyone with an interest in sewing and of all ages. I’ll point out keywords you’ll want to know and I’ll explain everything!  These articles will contain tons of information and how-tos. This series will contain a series of articles geared towards being done in their specific order, almost like units in a class. We will finish off this series with your 'final exam' where you will get to attempt your first project! Recommended before you start: 10 things you need to start sewing by machine today Articles in the series:     Unit 1:  Learning To Sew: Sewing On Paper Part  One No Thread    Unit 2:  Learning To Sew: Getting The Machine Ready To Sew    Unit 3:  Learning To Sew: Sewing On Paper Part Two  With Thread    Unit 4:  Learning To Sew