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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.

24 guides · Page 1

Embroidery
Embroider your own patches – how to get your design just right
Embroidering your own patches is easy with the right fabric, embroidery thread and a little patience. It's a lovely way to create unique designs for clothes, bags and more.4 November 20267 min read
Sewing Patterns
Choosing the Right Children's Sewing Patterns for Beginners
Children's sewing patterns for beginners: how to choose simple designs, suitable fabrics and notions so that your first sewing project goes smoothly and is a joy to make.29 October 20269 min read
Sewing Techniques
Making your own iron-on appliqué made easy
Make your own iron-on appliqué: decorate clothes and bags with fabric, fusible web and an iron – plus tips for motifs that really last.22 October 20267 min read
Sewing Techniques
How do I repair clothes? Practical tips
How do I repair clothes? With simple sewing techniques, the right materials and clear tips, you can fix holes, hems, zips and buttons yourself.19 October 20268 min read
Sewing Techniques
Hemming curtains yourself: how to get a beautiful drape
Hemming curtains yourself is easy even without much sewing experience: measure, press and sew correctly for a straight, beautiful drape at home – stress-free.17 October 20267 min read
Projects and Ideas
Scrap fabric projects: ideas for 12 sewing makes
Scrap fabric project ideas for clothes, bags and décor: sewing ideas, clever cutting layouts and tips for making the most of small pieces of fabric.7 October 20267 min read
Projects and Ideas
Example Viscose Summer Dress to Sew Yourself
An example viscose summer dress: tips on choosing fabric, cutting and sewing an airy favourite dress with beautiful drape – perfect for your summer holiday, too.25 September 20268 min read
Projects and Ideas
Zero-waste sewing: making good use of fabric scraps
Zero-waste sewing saves fabric, is kind to your budget and results in creative one-off pieces. Here's how to plan your patterns, cutting and scrap projects sensibly.13 September 20269 min read
Projects and Ideas
12 Upcycling Ideas for Sewing with Old Clothes
With these upcycling ideas for old clothes, your favourite pieces become bags, children's clothing and home décor. Tips on fabric, cutting and sewing for you.11 September 20268 min read
Embroidery
Embroidery Trends 2026 for Creative Sewing Projects
Embroidery trends 2026: colours, themes and techniques for creative projects. Tips on fabric choice, placement and stitching that really work at home.19 August 20267 min read
Fabric Guide
The best fabrics for sewing Advent calendars
The best fabrics for Advent calendars help you make bags, pouches and pockets: durable, pretty and suited to your sewing style for many December days.10 August 20268 min read
Fabric Guide
Which fabric really works for a table runner?
Which fabric suits a table runner? Cotton, linen, canvas and coated fabrics compared – with tips on drape, care and cutting at home.7 August 20268 min read