When you're learning a new skill, a mistake or two is inevitable. It's all part of the learning curve. But even a skilled seamstress can fall victim to the dreaded skipped stitch or broken needle, or ...

HOPKINSVILLE, Ky. (AP) — When Bobby Huddleston answers the phone at his store, Barry’s Sewing Machine and Vacuum Co., callers frequently ask, “Is this Barry?” “No, Barry’s not here,” Huddleston says.

Is anyone guilty of these common beginner sewing mistakes that can slow down your progress or affect your projects while ...

"Right from one of the first Singer machines. I have computerized machines, a fur machine, antique machines, a Singer, a Brother, industrial machines, you name it," she says. Unfortunately, all of ...

John Niles sees all kinds of vintage sewing machines coming in for repair in his St. Augustine garage, something not many people specialize in these days. When asked, he said he'd have a rough time ...