If you’re just entering the world of sewing, then chances are you might feel like there’s an endless amount of information you have to retain. But the truth of the matter is: Sewing is a skill that you perfect over time before you become a professional. Sew Special understands that along with practice and patience comes endless experiences. 

So to help you along your journey, the sewing supply store has a few tips that will take you further as a seamstress:

• Cutting a pattern and transferring pattern marks is the basis of any garment you make. Knowing how to cut out and prepare your fabric is the beginning of a successful project. Elements like accuracy and attention to detail, as well as marks indicating the placement of things, make a huge difference.
• Making buttonholes is a vital closure preference to perfect. Most modern sewing machines have an automatic buttonhole feature, but make sure you pay attention to detail and assure the placement.
• Installing a zipper is another well-known closure technique to master. Zippers require a ton of practice before you feel comfortable doing them, so don’t get discouraged! But once you get them under control, practice easy methods for covering the zipper end.
• Sewing darts and pleats requires a lot of practice: Both techniques are commonly used to provide shaping to a garment. Pleats are usually easier to sew than darts, so don’t let the technique trip you up. Just stay consistent and practice.
• Topstitching can be intimidating at first. But if you use thread that matches your fabric, consistently practice, and sew slowly, you’ll soon get the hang of the technique in no time.

With over 30 years of experience, Sew Special has become the go-to sewing supply and textile store within the Maui community. Their mission to provide quality products, ranging from affordable fabrics to industry-standard sewing machines, makes their store a seamstress’ dream come true. For more information about their range of products, quality fabrics and their exclusive sewing classes offered, visit Sew Special online or call (808) 877-6128.