Category Archives: Uncategorized

Try Two Pairs of Snips for Your Projects

I use my Havel’s Sewing Snip-Eze for almost everything.  I use them as a seam ripper, a thread cutter and as a little tiny finger to pull the bobbin thread loop up once it’s been threaded on the machine.  So, … Continue reading

Posted in Uncategorized | Comments Off on Try Two Pairs of Snips for Your Projects

Applique for the Holidays

Got a gift dilemma for a crafty sewist in your life?  Try Kayte Terry’s latest book: Applique Your Way.  Chock full of great projects and detailed instructions, this is a must for every crafter’s library.   Kayte Terry is the … Continue reading

Posted in Uncategorized | Comments Off on Applique for the Holidays

Schmetz Knows Needles

Havel’s Sewing would like to take a moment to commend Schmetz Needles for their quality and durability.  No one knows needles like the Schmetz team.  Since 1851, the company has continued to provide the best household and industrial sewing needles … Continue reading

Posted in Uncategorized | Comments Off on Schmetz Knows Needles

Thread Matters

Avid sewists often have strong opinions regarding thread preferences and which weight/color/material to use per project. But for the less seasoned sewer, thread can become an afterthought. After all, once you’ve figured out what fabric to use and how to … Continue reading

Posted in Uncategorized | Comments Off on Thread Matters