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Sewing Know-How & Fabric Guide

Welcome to the Stoffkönigin's sewing know-how. Here you'll find helpful tips on fabrics, sewing and DIY projects.

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Fabric Planning and Buying
How to Choose the Right Budget Fabric Bundle
Budget fabric bundles compared: how to check quality, quantity, fabric type and cut sizes, and find a bundle that really suits your sewing project.5 August 20269 min read
Fabric Planning and Buying
How to Shop Sale Fabrics Wisely and Plan Them Well
Buy sale fabrics wisely: find the right fabric by the metre, check quality and plan sewing projects affordably, confidently and to suit your project.3 August 20268 min read
Fabric Planning and Buying
How to Order Fabric by the Metre Online – Getting It Right
Ordering fabric by the metre online: how to judge fabric type, quantity, colour and care correctly – for sewing projects that work from the start and are a joy to make.1 August 20268 min read
Fabric Planning and Buying
Guide: how to calculate fabric quantities for cushion covers
Our guide to fabric quantities for cushion covers helps you confidently work out cutting sizes, seam allowance and pattern placement – for lovely made-to-measure covers at home.29 July 20268 min read
Fabric Guide
Prewashing cotton fabric: how to do it properly
Prewashing cotton fabric the right way: how to avoid shrinkage, distortion and colour transfer – with clear sewing tips for your next project.22 July 20268 min read
Fabric Planning and Buying
Choosing fabric by the metre for every sewing project
Choose fabric by the metre with confidence: which quality suits clothing, bags and décor, how much you need and what to watch for when cutting.14 July 20268 min read
Fabric Guide
Choosing fabric by purpose
Choosing fabric by purpose: how to find the right fibre, drape, care needs and durability for clothing, home décor and bags.23 June 20268 min read
Fabric Planning and Buying
Buying fabric online – how to choose the right one
Buying fabric online made easy: find the right material, colour and quantity for your sewing project – practical, clear and approachable.22 June 20268 min read
Fabric Planning and Buying
Choosing Fabric Online Made Easy
Choosing fabric online: how to find the right material, drape, colour and quantity for your sewing project – easily and without costly mistakes.17 June 20269 min read
Fabric Planning and Buying
Working Out How Much Fabric You Need for a Dress Made Easy
How much fabric for a dress? Here's how to plan properly for fabric width, sewing pattern, print and extras, and avoid costly buying mistakes.8 June 20269 min read
Fabric Guide
Choosing the Right Viscose Fabric for a Summer Dress
Viscose fabric for a summer dress: how to choose the right drape, weight and care, and sew airy dresses that are comfortable to wear all summer.5 June 20268 min read
Fabric Guide
Choosing the Right Cotton Fabric for a Patchwork Quilt
Choosing cotton fabric for a patchwork quilt: which quality, weave and amount of fabric really work – with practical tips for beautiful quilts.1 June 20268 min read