--- title: "18 Totally Cool Sewing Hacks You Need in Your Life ..." description: "Ikea Cart? Holds Everything You Need!; How to Sew Binding and Piping; Sewing Buttons by Hand is Easy!; Hairspray = Genius!; Sewing Decorative Thread?; More ..." url: "https://diy.allwomenstalk.com/sewing-hacks-you-need-in-your-life/" category: "diy" last_updated: "2026-05-25" --- # 18 Totally Cool Sewing Hacks You Need in Your Life ... My grandma is someone that used to sew everything in the world for me. She had an entire workshop in her basement and now that she is gone, I carry on the tradition all the time. As I was sewing the other day, I thought about what sewing hacks are really out there … and that led to this post! What other sewing hacks are out there that you have? ## 1. Ikea Cart? Holds Everything You Need! ![Ikea Cart? Holds Everything You Need!](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/gn/uv/u5erfgby56838737b597e181308639_600x403.jpg) SUCH a great idea! ## 2. How to Sew Binding and Piping ![How to Sew Binding and Piping](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/yy/yd/v8muee6k5683873884376073591497_600x840.jpg) Use mini-clothespins! ## 3. Sewing Buttons by Hand is Easy! ![Sewing Buttons by Hand is Easy!](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/tf/rb/a3n2wona568387386c22c719901231_600x599.jpg) You just have to learn the right way. Tutorial: [sewmccool.com](https://sewmccool.com/site-blog/) ## 4. Hairspray = Genius! ![Hairspray = Genius!](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/zn/ke/pcmah5db56838738e3b77655144504_600x431.jpg) Having trouble threading your needle? Not anymore! ## 5. Sewing Decorative Thread? ![Sewing Decorative Thread?](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ub/dm/wlihb3zs56838738dad19854040260_430x322.jpg) Use regular thread as a support system! ## 6. You Can Mark Your Seam Allowance Easily Now! ![You Can Mark Your Seam Allowance Easily Now!](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/lo/wg/ldvuh37c568387399abbb786447052_600x405.jpg) Three pencils and one rubber band and it'll be ten times easier! ## 7. Cut Patterns on Freezer Paper ![Cut Patterns on Freezer Paper](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/ql/a8/hmyc0fo556838739d8b6d608923914_500x332.jpg) Genius and it really works! ## 8. All the Different Ruffles! ![All the Different Ruffles!](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/dh/um/rq85blda5683873ab7af2266716110_600x778.jpg) The 7 different ways you can sew a ruffle for your next project! Tutorial: [seekatesew.com](https://seekatesew.com/ruffle-101-7-ways-to-make-a-ruffle/) ## 9. Never Lose Your Scissors Again! ![Never Lose Your Scissors Again!](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/yj/op/m8mmx6tw5683873a9eae7494133200_600x399.jpg) One ribbon, your scissors and your neck! ## 10. Keep a Sewing Journal ![Keep a Sewing Journal](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/c6/fv/j78xyjir5683873bbe3cb838080650_600x429.jpg) So that way, you know EVERYTHING about the project you are working on. ## 11. Use Steel Wool for Sharp, Sharp Needles! ![Use Steel Wool for Sharp, Sharp Needles!](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/pr/fg/d1h81t115683873cece1b065470295_600x527.jpg) Just stuff your pin-cushion with steel wool! ## 12. Pattern Pieces Keep Curling? ![Pattern Pieces Keep Curling?](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/f7/pv/mfzooyem5683873d1bec8194106204_600x450.jpg) Use nuts and washers as weights! ## 13. Keep Your Pins in Place ![Keep Your Pins in Place](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/vi/e1/aaem5gqu5683873e08dfe473967412_527x800.jpg) If you don't have a pin cushion – a plate and some magnets! ## 14. Sew Buttons with Your Machine? ![Sew Buttons with Your Machine?](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/qb/fy/g44orf8q5683873f9c76a709532765_600x399.jpg) No problem with this tutorial! Tutorial: [sew4home.com](https://sew4home.com/how-to-sew-on-buttons-with-a-sewing-machine/) ## 15. The Invisible Zipper! ![The Invisible Zipper!](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/tc/fd/bb6xcccr56838740d8425216210626_500x1023.jpg) I love, love, love this hack! ## 16. How to Use Pins the Right Way ![How to Use Pins the Right Way](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/hx/vb/h8oats41568387412be58415815009_474x370.jpg) I wish I knew this before. ## 17. Shank Button Tip! ![Shank Button Tip!](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/k5/e1/zpgkj7va568387428589d132166133_600x400.jpg) Genius! ## 18. How to Tuck in the Thread Tails ![How to Tuck in the Thread Tails](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/uo/oh/sorivb3056838743869dd594856945_600x1129.jpg) We all need this! ## Related Posts - [pottery barn puff](https://diy.allwomenstalk.com/gorgeous-pottery-barn-inspired-diy-projects-that-are-easy-to-do/) - [craftsy](https://diy.allwomenstalk.com/crafting-hacks-to-up-your-craftsy-game/) - [tissue paper tulips](https://diy.allwomenstalk.com/celebrate-spring-with-these-diy-paper-flowers/) - [dua lipa body pillow](https://diy.allwomenstalk.com/diy-unique-and-quirky-cushions-to-make-for-your-home/) - [black and gold](https://diy.allwomenstalk.com/use-these-diy-ideas-to-transform-your-old-heels/) - [love knitting](https://lifestyle.allwomenstalk.com/knitting-infographics-all-knitting-girls-will-love/) - [diy moon](https://diy.allwomenstalk.com/gorgeous-moon-themed-diy-projects/) - [nautical painting ideas](https://diy.allwomenstalk.com/diy-anchor-home-decor-projects-to-give-your-space-a-whimsical-nautical-vibe/) - [cool ideas for pallets](https://diy.allwomenstalk.com/amazing-things-you-can-make-out-of-pallets/) - [gift ideas wood](https://diy.allwomenstalk.com/beautiful-housewarming-gifts-using-scrap-wood/) - [7 DIY Clothing Ideas ...](https://allwomenstalk.com/diy-clothing-ideas/) - [7 Tutorials on Making Your Own Super Stylish DIY A...](https://fashion.allwomenstalk.com/tutorials-on-making-your-own-super-stylish-diy-accessories/) ## Site Information - [Main page](https://allwomenstalk.com) - [Contact us](https://allwomenstalk.com/contact.html) - [HTML article](https://diy.allwomenstalk.com/sewing-hacks-you-need-in-your-life/)