Category Archives: How to guide

How to Increase Your Blog Traffic for Free

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In a bid to share the love of all things stitching with as many people as possible, I have spent the last few weeks trawling the net searching for free ways of increasing blog traffic.

So far I have:

1. Increased the number of ‘entry’ sites to my blog by:

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How to Make a Retro Mini Pinny / Half Apron – Free Pattern Guide

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Front of Mini PinnyI was walking past my local charity shop when I saw a gorgeous retro duvet cover hanging on the rail. With a bargain price of £2 it was an upcycling treat……just perfect for a new Mini Pinny!

I’ve put together this “StitchSharer’s Guide to Mini-Pinny making” for those of you who want to join in the fun. Hope you enjoy!

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How to use an Overlocker / Serger Gathering Attachment.

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When I brought Serge, I was luck enough to be given a free set of attachments.

One of these was for gathering.

Gathering Attachment

If you have a similar attachment but not quite sure how to use it, this step by step guide might just help! Continue reading →

Jammy Dodger Crochet Pattern – Tried and Tested

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Ready for tea 2I’ve recently discovered a fabulous crochet pattern for Jammy Dodgers on According to Matt’s Crochet and Craft blog. With my knitted ‘no-calorie cupcake looking a bit lonely, I just had to crochet it some tasty friends!

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Meet Serge! A Beginners Guide To Using an Overlocker / Serger

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This is Serge, my forgotten friend, who has been hiding in the back of my cupboard for the last 2 years…..

My Lock 744D

In a bid to make my craft fair “lovelies” as efficiently as possible, I thought it was about time I got to know Serge a little better and find out just what he could do!

Incase you are keen to get acquainted with your own overlocker / serger, I have written a quick post on all Serge’s main dials and knobs to help.

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