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Top 10 online fabric stores in Singapore
With the Covid-19 Situation not easing off so soon, crowds are flocking to online shops to cater to their needs (and wants). Retail therapy does help, especially during these odd times - so whether you’re shopping for clothes, gadgets or groceries, how do you figure out which listing or...
Student Feature: Fitri - Sewing with no boundaries.
Nurul Fitri with some of her masterpieces (we love her take on the Contemporary Cheongsam)! There are no boundaries when it comes to sewing clothes - Fitri took on the Contemporary Cheongsam and it looks astounding! We invited Fitri over for a short interview on what drives her to...
Student Feature: Suan - Soulful Cheongsams
Suan with some of her completed pieces - her favourites are Cheongsams! From Cheongsam Jumpsuits to Shang High Collar Dresses, traditional silhouettes are definitely Suan's sewing forte. Who said you can only sew one piece? We've watched her grow and churn out a variety of beautiful garments with her skills! Read...
Student Feature: Zhi Wen and Kok Jun - A couple of stitches.
Zhi Wen in her black Shift Dress and Kok Jun in his Menswear Mandarin Shirt. A couple who sews together, stays together! The lovely couple Zhi Wen and Kok Jun are here to share with us what got them started sewing for each other and their wonderful story about how...
Student Feature: Desmond - His sewing journey, one step at a time.
Starting on a new hobby or interest may be easy, but to continue the journey and also improve on the way is a different drive all together. We had a chance to interview Desmond (Thank you Desmond!) - one of our few male students who has been with us for a huge variety of sewing classes. We ask him on his thoughts on sewing and his inspirations.
Which Sewing Machine Should I Buy?
Keen on purchasing one for yourself? Click Here to see the machines for sale! If you have fallen in love with sewing like us and am dreaming of owning your own sewing machine, this article is perfect for you!“Which sewing machine should I buy?’ is a common question we often receive...
Tips & Tricks for First Time Sewers: Choosing the Right natural Fabrics.
We’re starting a new blog series, Tips & Tricks for First Time Sewers, where we share how you can improve your skills and techniques! First up, we’ll give you a breakdown on the most common natural fabrics in the market so you can choose the right materials for your project....
The Sewing Trend: Dying or Reviving?
Being someone who is interested in sewing, you probably have googled ‘sewing classes in Singapore’, ‘sewing for beginners’, ‘sewing machine for beginners’, but have you tried ‘Sewing history’? The history of sewing started out of obvious necessity, with people sewing fur and skin clothing using bone, antler or ivory needles and...
More Sewing Supplies & Fabrics in Singapore!
Textile Centre 200 Jalan Sultan, Singapore 199018 (Lavender MRT is the nearest) Textile Centre used to bustle with the clamour of ladies, serving an industry that has since diminished to a handful, but relatively large haberdashery and fabric stores mainly on the ground floor. A shade less popular than its...
Sewing Supplies in Chinatown, Singapore
Ever wondered where and if there are fabric and haberdashery shops in Singapore? The answer is YES! They are at Chinatown, Arab street, Textile Centre, Joo Chiat Complex and Spotlight (for those with deeper pockets). There are several locations we’ve been going to and we’ll love to share a few of...
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