The trade war has turned a spotlight on the artisanal clusters behind glamorous goods, inviting fresh scrutiny of one of the ...

Buffalo's fashion scene is "underground," but bubbling up. Local designers are turning fashion into a full-time job − or ...

I picked up a cheap chinese leather patcher -- a Singer 29k clone -- for some leather work because my little entry-level sewing machine is not sufficient for leather. DIY is an illness, so I decided ...

The sewing machine is one of the most transformative inventions in history. Before its creation, making clothes was a slow, labor-intensive process. Every stitch was done by hand, limiting how quickly ...

A Japanese American family settled in Bloomington after enduring racism and World War II camps. How Time Flies is a daily ...

"The government must impose stringent measures to stop the import of second-hand sewing machine scrap and plug all avenues for smuggling. We have no solution against the influx of scrap second ...

Jeri fired up her sewing machine and made Sutton a book bag in ... “It just feels right.” As Jeri sews, hand-colored thank you notes also hang from the old deli bulletin board.

Sailrite’s heavy-duty sewing machines—which do-it-your-selfers use to make sails, leather goods and more—are assembled in Indiana from parts cast and manufactured in China and Taiwan.

If you’ll be sewing heavy fabrics like denim or leather, you’ll need a machine with a sturdy motor and heavy-duty needles. On the other hand, if you’ll be working with delicate fabrics like ...

the tools and techniques for hand sewing evolved as well. The ancient Egyptians were known for their elaborate embroidery and mastery of various sewing techniques. The first mechanical machine was ...

This helpful list of 38 simple sewing patterns is your magic ... Easy Bucket Bag Purse Pattern – Fabric or Leather If you're looking for a versatile accessory to complement your outfits, consider ...