Author: Stocks Admin

The weather is getting warmer and warmer and summer is just around the corner! Because of this, it is important to start thinking about the best fabrics for this season – heavy fabrics are to be avoided, as well as dark colours, as they can make you (or your clients) feel uncomfortable and sweaty. Knowing which fabrics are the best ones for ...

When starting to learn any new skill, the road to mastering sewing can feel long or even impossible at times. However, learning where you are going wrong can almost be as helpful as learning the ins and outs of the skills themselves. As, if you know what you’re doing wrong, you can more easily sew in the right way. So, what are some of the most ...

Spring can be a time for reflection and relaxing. Spending time on your hobby or even your profession can be a great way to spend some time on yourself during this time of the year. If you’re ready for some spring stitching, we have a countdown of 5 of our favourite spring-time patterns. So as the flowers are blooming, the lambs are leaping and ...

Making clothing is something that has been happening since the dawn of the human age. While it is a profession as old as time, the way in which we design, create and supply apparel has changed drastically over the years. As with most things in 21st century life, technology has completely altered the face of the apparel industry, meaning that ...

As a business owner, attending events are of the utmost importance, especially when related to your specific industry. Gaining more knowledge and extra skills will always keep you on top of your game and constantly improving yourself and your abilities. In relation to sewing and embroidery events, attending them can help give your business a boost...

Last month, we started talking about the different terms that are used within the embroidery world, such as applique, bean stitch, jumbo rotary hook, and much more. Because the list is so long, we’ve decided to split these terms into several different parts. So, this week, we will be continuing with the embroidery glossary from where we left ...

When creating garments, the question of which materials to use is an important one. The application, design and comfort must be taken into account in order to choose the perfect materials for the item. However, for those sewing these garments, the materials can have a huge impact on the process. Cotton Cotton and cotton blends are commonly used ...

Here at Stocks Sewing we know that learning terminology can be a difficult process, there are many words to learn in relation to embroidery that are completely alien. It may seem simple once you know it, but the learning curve can be quite steep for those just starting out.   So, here are a few key terms that it is useful to know the ...

By utilizing a thread and yard, embroidery is used to decorate fabrics and materials with a specific stylised design. This design is executed with very clever intricate stitches. It usually incorporates different material into it, such as pearls, beads, and sequins. Currently, embroidery can be found on many items of clothing and is becoming more ...

Here at Stocks Sewing we have already explored the amazing world of Indian embroidery, but it was so amazing we have decided to take another look! There are so many different traditions and deep histories behind Indian embroidery techniques, it seems impossible to be able to limit such a craft to one example. So, what types of Indian sewing ...