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 ...

Beth Skwarecki is Lifehacker’s Senior Health Editor, and holds certifications as a personal trainer and weightlifting coach. She has been writing about health for over 10 years. A sewing machine is a ...

Along with a sewing pattern, thread, and fabric, you'll need the right sewing machine needle size and type for your project. Different fabrics require specific sewing machine needles. For example, ...