Sewing Open House
Join Arlington Sew for a sewing open house / social. We’ll be hosting it online for now for safety reasons but a little zoom “sewcializing” is better than none right?
Check back here for details about this event.

Join Arlington Sew for a sewing open house / social. We’ll be hosting it online for now for safety reasons but a little zoom “sewcializing” is better than none right?
Check back here for details about this event.
All sewing starts with threading a sewing machine. Here is a quick start set of instructions to help you thread a sewing machine, even if you no longer have the owner’s manual.
Sewing bags is a great place for a beginner sewist to start. It doesn’t require the fitting and pattern alterations of clothing and there is a huge variety of patterns available. Plus, bags are fun to sew and useful!
How to alter jeans leg width – widen the leg and extend the life of your favorite skinnies. This is a quick fix for upcycling and refashioning the denim that you just don’t want to toss.
Want to get started with how to sew a dress? This guide provides a simple and general overview of how to get started along with some patterns to try.
Are you a seamstress, a tailor, or a sewing hobbyist? If yes, then you must know the agony of working without a proper sewing station. If the table is too high, you will have to raise your shoulders and arms. On the flip side, if your sewing table is too low, you will have to…
Want to know the basics of how to sew a shirt but not sure where to start? This guide is here to help you figure out what type of shirt you want to make, tips for sewing shirts, and different patterns to try.