How do needle threaders work?

Threading a needle can be a frustrating and tricky business, but luckily there are some clever devices out there that take the stress out of getting started. Watch our short video to see the difference between manual and automatic threaders and decide which is the right approach for you.

Buttonholes – three great machine techniques

It sounds like a complicated idea, but it’s actually really easy to create buttonholes using your sewing machine. Here Steve takes you step by step through three different techniques for creating custom buttonholes, perfect for all sorts of projects from cushions to bags to clothes.