Sewing Supplies Blog

There’s an art to sewing, whether you do it by hand or use a machine. While there’s nothing wrong with honing your skills through hours of intensive labor, anyone who spends a lot of time threading needles, practicing uniform stitches, and trying to keep knits from binding on a machine will appreciate advances in sewing technology.

Sewing is among the many once-basic life skills that have fallen prey to the busy modern lifestyle. These days, many people can’t so much as sew on a button.

Sewing with elastic requires technique and even the best sewists can end up with twisted elastic. But with a few tweaks you can avoid this.

Summer’s coming to a close, and we’re wrapping things up with a fabric sale that’s too good to miss! If you’re diving into a DIY project, tackling an upholstery job, or gearing up for holiday crafting, GoldStar Tool has everything you need to make it happen. From August 11th to August 31st, enjoy 25% off all fabrics and extra discounts on your favorite fabric tools.

Sewing with elastic can elevate your sewing project. Elastic gives the stretch and structure needed to make well-fitting waistbands, shirt cuffs and more. To sew professionally or make high quality clothes, you will need to know how to add elastic.

You likely already know that the color of the thread you choose enhances your finished project in many ways, from highlighting details to complementing fabric shades. However, the quality of the thread can impact the entire piece, regardless of color.

Regular oiling is an important part of sewing machine care. Any moving parts occasionally need lubrication to keep working smoothly. 

Sewing patterns are the backbone of your projects. They are responsible for the basic construction of how pieces fit together.

Sewing is an enjoyable pastime that can transform clothing garments and other cloth products. Learning to sew with a modernized sewing machine cuts your project time down significantly and gives you more freedom and flexibility with your stitches.

Father’s Day is coming up, and if you’re looking for the perfect gift for the DIY dad in your life (or a great excuse to treat yourself), GoldStar Tool’s 2025 Father’s Dale Sale has you covered. From June 1 through June 15, 2025, we’re offering 10% off everything on our site, along with additional discounts on select tools, including top picks from our leather working and crafting collections.

Juki sewing machines are recognized as leaders in the industry. Hobbyists and professional sewists alike appreciate the advanced features and precise stitch quality provided by Juki. The company was founded in Tokyo in 1938 and was originally known as Tokyo Juki Industrial Co., Ltd.

Grommet tools might not be the first thing you think of when you are looking for additions to your sewing tool kit, but they make a big difference when it comes to adding strong, clean finishes to your projects. They make quick work of inserting grommets and eyelets into textiles, a process used to attach rope and other fasteners to all sorts of things, from shoes to porch awnings.

Mother’s Day is a time to honor the makers, the crafters, and the creators we love most. For moms who are dedicated seamstresses, hobbyists, or just getting started, this is the perfect opportunity to stock up on quality supplies that inspire creativity.

Grommets are essential for strengthening heavier fabrics, especially those meant for outdoor use. Without grommets to reinforce holes, the strain on the fabric can cause it to tear and fray.