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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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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
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Hoodie sewing patterns for your favourite hoodie
Find the right hoodie sewing pattern: how to choose fabric, ribbing and sewing notions. With tips on fit, cutting and seams for grown-ups and kids alike.23 September 20268 min read
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How to trace sewing patterns without the guesswork
Use this guide to trace sewing patterns: transfer lines, notches and sizes neatly onto paper for well-fitting sewing projects without the confusion.7 September 20268 min read
Sewing Patterns
Learning the Basics of Sewing Pattern Adjustments
The basics of adjusting sewing patterns: how to check your measurements, transfer changes neatly and sew clothes that are comfortable and genuinely fit your body.14 August 20268 min read
Sewing Patterns
Paper Sewing Patterns in Everyday Use: What We've Learned
Experience with paper sewing patterns: choosing, cutting and storing them well. Practical tips for sewing projects that really fit. Clearly explained.6 August 20268 min read
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Checking PDF sewing pattern printing service reviews
Reviews of PDF pattern printing services show what really matters when it comes to print quality, scale, paper size and delivery – so you can sew with a perfect fit.30 July 20268 min read
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Our Experience with a PDF Sewing Pattern Printing Service
Our experience with a PDF sewing pattern printing service: how to get digital patterns printed cleanly at full size and straight onto your cutting table.27 July 20268 min read
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Paper or PDF Sewing Patterns: Which Suits You?
Paper or PDF sewing pattern? We show which suits your everyday sewing, with clear tips on effort, fit, storage and printing at home.26 July 20268 min read
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Buying sewing patterns online and choosing the right one
Buying sewing patterns online: find the right designs, check sizes and fabric recommendations, and plan your sewing project confidently from the start.11 July 20268 min read
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Getting sewing patterns printed – here’s how
Getting sewing patterns printed saves time and hassle. Here’s how to spot the right file format, avoid printing errors and start sewing straight away.5 July 20268 min read
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How to Choose the Right Sewing Pattern for a Beginner's Dress
Find the right sewing pattern for a beginner's dress: which styles are easy to sew, which fabrics suit them and what to look out for when you start.6 June 20269 min read
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Printing Sewing Patterns Without the Chaos
Printing sewing patterns made easy: how to avoid wrong scaling, taping mistakes and paper frustration with A4, A0 and projector files.3 June 20268 min read