Posts tagged shopping
6 Questions to Ask Yourself When Buying a Sewing Machine
6 Questions to Ask Yourself When Buying a Sewing Machine

For those of you who may not know, I used to work in a sewing shop. Part of my job centered around helping clients find the right machines to suit their needs ranging from beginner to advanced as quilters, garment sewists, embroiderers, and crafters in general. More often than not, I would meet with those looking to start sewing for the first time - those who weren’t sure on which machines would suit their needs. That’s what this blog post is all about: Which questions are the right ones to ask yourself?

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Shopping, ToolsStephanie Deckersewing, sewing blogger, sewing machine, machines, shoppingComment
Shop Small: Notions!
Shop Small: Notions!

Well I’ve done my favorite small fabric shops, pattern designers… I couldn’t call it quits without throwing in my favorite notions/tools shops! Once again, I am in no way being compensated for this list and this is all based solely on companies I have supported in the past or plan to in the near future.

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Products I Love, ShoppingStephanie Deckersewing blogger, sewing blog, shop small, shopping, support small, small business, sewing, business, not sponsoredComment
Shop Small: Patterns!
Shop Small: Patterns!

There are so many incredible Small Shops out there that rely on us as consumers to support them. I loved writing about and sharing my favorite small fabric shops that I couldn’t go without a list of my favorite Indie Pattern Designers! Check out this list that features my favorite indie designers that each have a size range of up to at least a 30!

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DIY, Products I Love, ShoppingStephanie Deckerfashion blog, sewing blogger, sewing blog, sewing, plus size sewist, curvy sewing, plus size sewing, curvy sewist, pattern testing, indie patterns, shop small, support small, shopping, small businessComment
Shop Small: Fabric Shops!
Shop Small: Fabric Shops!

I’ve recently started searching for smaller fabric companies to support since I understand how vital business is in order to keep your own livelihood as well as those of any employees you may have. That being said, I decided to compile a list of some of my favorite smaller fabric companies for you to take a look at and support. Make sure you leave your favorites in the comments below!

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Shopping, FabricStephanie Deckerfabric, sewing blogger, sewing blog, shopping, sewing, fabric shopping, shop small, support small, small business Comment