Weekly Craft Tip #1

This is one mistake I have made a hundred times before... After you get your sewing machine ready to go but before you actually start on your craft project, practice with scrap pieces from you project first (include batting if you're using batting) to be sure that the tension is correct for the layers and the fabrics you will be using on your craft. It only takes a few minutes, compared to the ridiculous amount of time it takes to rip out unwanted seams that are too tight or too loose and start all over. Try it :)