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How to Get Started with Sewing as a New Hobby
Sewing is a fulfilling and creative hobby that can transform fabric into functional and beautiful items. Whether you're looking to create your own clothes, craft home decor, or make gifts for loved ones, sewing offers endless opportunities for self-expression. If you're a complete beginner, don’t worry! This guide will provide you with everything you need to know to get started.

Inside The Hem
Apr 195 min read


Avoid These 5 Common Sewing Mistakes Every Beginner Sewing Student Makes!
A guide through the give most common pitfalls beginner sewers face and how to overcome them, ensuring that your sewing parojects turn out better with each project.

Inside The Hem
Aug 10, 202413 min read


Join Me at the Sewing Expo: Elevate Your Sewing Skills with Exciting Classes!
Take classes from Lindsey Johns of Inside The Hem at the Original Sewing & Quilt Expo

Inside The Hem
Jun 18, 20243 min read


How to Learn to Sew In Person If You Live in Charlotte, North Carolina
If you've been itching to learn how to sew, but aren't sure where to start, you're in luck. Charlotte is home to a vibrant creative...

Inside The Hem
Jun 12, 20244 min read


Why Sewing Essentials are Key to Mastering Sew-alongs and Tutorials
Master sew-alongs and tutorials by exploring the importance of sewing tools essentials in my blog 'Why Sewing Essentials are Key to Masterin

Lindsey Johns
Apr 23, 20244 min read


Navigating the World of Garment Fitting: Your Complete Guide
Lindsey of Inside The Hem shares 5 tips for learning how to fit your sewing patterns to your body.

Inside The Hem
Oct 1, 20212 min read


How to SEW A BRA in a skinny strap sewing pattern
Love the idea of making a skinny strap top or dress this summer, but know you need extra support and coverage? Learn how to draft and sew...

Inside The Hem
Sep 7, 20211 min read


You should probably STOP sewing curved waistbands
Today we're going to talk a little bit about waistbands -- and maybe more importantly or more specifically -- the idea of a curved...

Inside The Hem
Sep 2, 20212 min read


DIY Made-To-Measure Over-The-Collar Dog Bandana Tutorial
Sew your dog a reversible bandana using their exact measurements. It's the most extra dog accessory I've ever made! But, what else do our...

Inside The Hem
Dec 17, 20201 min read


DIY Padded Headband Tutorial
It's summer. It's hot. And, the last thing I want is my hair in my face. But, stylish headbands can be pricey and shopping right now is...

Inside The Hem
Jul 8, 20201 min read


DIY Make Up Remover Pads Tutorial
I've got a great little stash buster for you guys today! As with all the quarantining going on, I'm trying to not make unnecessary...

Inside The Hem
Mar 24, 20201 min read


One-Yard Wonder Sewing Tutorial | Pull-Through Scarf
Move over infinity and blanket scarves! The new kid to hit the block is the pull-through scarf and I'm showing you how easy they are to...

Inside The Hem
Nov 9, 20191 min read
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