Sewing

You don't need experience with creative DIY projects to get started with sewing. In fact, sewing is a craft that everyone, regardless of level and age, can enjoy. All you need is the right sewing equipment and materials to get the process off to a good start.

With a solid sewing machine you can create wonderful creations for everyday use, which can be anything from practical bags, unique decorations to beautiful clothes. Plus, you'll find plenty of inspiration for your sewing projects in our wide range of gorgeous fabrics.

Whatever your fingers are dying to create, we've gathered everything you need for perfect sewing on this site. We stock a wide range of fabrics, sewing accessories and sewing machines.

Good to know about sewing and DIY

Sewing is a great way to create unique products that suit your taste and stand out from the crowd. It's no wonder then that sewing manages to be a popular hobby among both older and younger generations. Before you get down to the nitty-gritty, there are various equipment and accessories you should get to grips with:

Sewing machine - electronic or mechanical

You'll get the most enjoyment as well as success from your sewing projects when you work at a sewing machine. With its smart features, a sewing machine can give you more freedom and flexibility to work. At the same time, the sewing machine ensures that elements such as stitches, patterns and holes remain consistent in the fabric. However, whether you want to choose a mechanical or electronic model depends on your experience and ambitions with sewing.

Fabric & textiles

The process of choosing fabric is one of the quirky tasks of sewing that you can easily immerse yourself in for a long time. Depending on the type of project and the design you want to create, the most suitable fabrics can vary considerably. In any case, you should always use sewing needles that match the hardness of the material you have chosen. The stronger the fabric, the thicker the needle!

Sewing thread

Our sewing thread is sold individually or in sets. The advantage of buying a set is that you get different colour types to choose from. Therefore, it can be a good beginner's choice as you quickly have a 'thread stash' to make ongoing use of. Not all types of overlock thread are sold with bobbin thread. It's a good idea to always have an appropriate amount of overlock thread for your projects, so you can spool your bobbin thread and thus sew entirely with solid-coloured threads.

Additional sewing accessories

Sewing accessories are a broad category packed with both practical and technical tools to enhance your sewing. Here you'll find essential sewing equipment like fabric scissors and tape measures, as well as extra accessories like awls, thimbles and ribbons. We suggest you always have extra sewing machine and sewing needles to hand, as the needle will eventually break at the tip. In addition, you can purchase a smart sewing box or thread box to keep track of your sewing accessories. You can store needles, thread, bobbins, chalk, oil and fabric scraps so you always know where they are.

Tips for hand and machine sewing

When you want to create lovely sewing projects, it can sometimes be beneficial to alternate between sewing by machine and by hand. For finer work as well as finishing your handwork, it is often advantageous to sew by hand. It could be a pillow corner, a zipper that doesn't fit in the sewing machine or a neat finish. Other tips you can happily use in your further sewing are:

Use contrasting colour and embroidery for your stripes

When you're purling (rough stitches that need to be removed again), use eye-catching sewing thread. Here, it's a good idea to start by sewing your fabric pieces together by hand with long, coarse stitches. The thread you use should be in a contrasting colour to the sewing thread itself, so it's easier to distinguish the carvings from the regular stitches. Once you have sewn the fabric on the sewing machine, the old strips need to be removed again, using a burnisher.

Always have different sizes of sewing scissors

You'll get the best working conditions while sewing by having sewing scissors of different sizes among your gear. Depending on whether you're cutting pieces of fabric for your pattern or cutting thread, you'll need different models of scissors.

Always save your fabric scraps

If you are cutting out your patterns, you should save the fabric scraps. When setting up your sewing machine for new stitches, always do test sewing. Here it is ideal to have leftover fabric to make sure your machine is set up correctly. You'll save precious sewing time by not having to unravel the stitches on your DIY project if you've done some test sewing beforehand.

Use Vliesofix when working with appliqués

If you need a special motif on the front of your cushion or bag, Vliesofix (also called Vlieseline) is a handy tool that can make a big difference. Vliesofix is a thin paper material with adhesive effects on either one or both sides. When you attach the paper material to your application, you ensure that the project does not slip when you sew it onto the machine.

Buy top quality sewing equipment at Rito.dk

If you want to get started on your next sewing adventure, you can get your hands on the right materials and accessories with us. Our sewing gear is top quality and always competitively priced, so you're guaranteed the best sewing gear at a decent price. Plus, we have a price guarantee on all our products.

In our webshop you can always find great deals on various creative items, so you are guaranteed the best the hobby world has to offer. Should you have any further questions about our range of sewing products and goods, we are ready to help you by email or phone.