Sewing Supplies for Learning How To Sew

Sewing Supplies for Learning How To Sew Learn to Sew with the Right Sewing Accessories ChaptersHow To Choose Your Sewing MachineA Guide to Beginner Sewing KitsHow To Find Cheap Sewing MaterialsMust-Have Sewing AccessoriesAs a beginner seamstress (or beginner tailor), getting all the accessories you need to learn how to sew requires money and method.  Making a “shopping list” to buy the necessary accessories for your sewing box is not easy when you have just taken your first sewing lesson.All the new information can be overwhelming, especially since you will need to optimise your haberdashery purchases if you want to save money. Whether for sewing, embroidery or mending, to make men’s or women’s clothing - all of these activities require different sewing accessories.Before learning to sew and taking sewing lessons, you will need to:Choose your sewing machineBuy the fabric your needChoose the right type of threadDraw or buy sewing patternsHave the right sewing supplies in you sewing box: a measuring tape, French curves, a small ruler, a square, a rotary cutter, s ewing scissors, safety pins, tailor’s chalk…Acquire all the necessary equipment for your new sewing machine (bobbins, sewing machine needles….)Some like to get a craft kit for their first project, as they have everything you need to finish the project: fabric, sewing pattern, cutting tools, assorted threads - everything you need to make learning how to sew as simple as possible.SilverCrest SNM 33Singer StarletHusqvarna Viking E10Singer Simple 3232Pfaff Smarter 160 SJanome Skyline S3Pfaff Expression 3.5Number of stitches3316204023120200Buttonhole stitchAutomatic, 4 steps4 step4 step1 step1 step7 steps16 stepsLength adjustmentyesyesyesyesnoyesyesWidth adjustmentyesnonoyesyesyesyesThreaderyesyesyesyesyesyesyesSpeed adjustmentnoyesnoyesyesyesyesPresser feet5454578Weight6 kg7.5kg6.3 kg7.5 kg6.3 kg10 kg10.6 kgPrice £80 £200-300 £140 £170 £200 £800-2,000 £1,400For a beginner, a fairly inexpensive sewing machine is enough to have fun and see if you want to continue sewing as a hobby.A Guide to Beginner Sewing KitsWhen starting out, finding the right beginner sewing project kit could be a good alternative to sewing classes and buying out your local haberdasher’s. As a beginner sewer, you know as much about sewing as you do about quantum physics or evolutionary biologist (unless, of course, they are a quantum physicist), but if you want to sew a dress or make your own purse rather than buy it, a beginner sewing kit might be just the thing.There are basic sewing supply kits that contain everything you need to start sewing and are optimised for all the basics: tacking, cutting, basting, small sewing craft projects, hemming, mending…Or you can try sewing craft kits. There are many reasons for deciding on a sewing kit:You don’t know how to sewYou only want to do one project (and why spend a lot on sewing supplies for one project?)You want to make a personalised gift without risking too muchThere are a lot of haberdasheries offering beginner sewing creative kits, such as:Sew and SewHobbycraftJohn LewisClothkitsThanks to various beginner sewing kits, children as young as 7 can learn to sew - just the right age to start sewing, when their neural plasticity is at its highest. Craft kits include felt monsters, stuffed animals, pencil cases, headbands…Craft kits offer chamring sewing projects for children as young as 7. Photo by Growing a Green Family on Visual huntRather than buying things in the supermarket, children will learn to make their own clothes and work their imagination. Even for adults, there are creative sewing kits exist for different levels of skill, from complete beginner to advanced - letting you progressively add more sewing skills without feeling discouraged.How To Find Cheap Sewing MaterialsThe most expensive thing about sewing is very probably the fabrics.  Every sewing shop and online haberdashery offer a wide selection of fabrics of all colours and sizes. But bolts of new fabric cost dear. So turn instead to thrift stor es and flea markets!Here are some tips for finding bargain fabrics:Measure your pattern before you go out to buy fabric so you know exactly how much you’ll need.Keep up-to-date on sales and bargains at your local haberdasher’s or favourite online fabric storeWait for summer or winter salesUpcycle your fabrics: gather up sheets and old clothes in fun prints from among friends and family, visit thrift stores and flea markets, etc.Browse the remnants tables at department stores to find imitation leather, silk, organic fabrics left over from larger bolts for bargain pricesRecycle your fabric scraps from other projects: use them for small craft projects or sew them together for crazy quilt fabrics.Look for fat quarter and scrap projects to save money on fabrics. Photo by sweetjessie on Visual HuntEverything depends on what you are trying to make.A nice bag with sequins, an evening gown, a blouse with little white buttons - it’s probably best to buy new fabrics to get exactly the lo ok you want. Fabric off the bolt is generally sold by the metre (or yard in some places). It comes in many variations: gabardine, linen, velvet, patchwork fabrics, polka-dots, japanese prints, imitation leather, wools, jersey, muslin…Here’s a little list of some online fabric shops:Cheap Fabrics offer just that, including a whole array of fabrics for under £2.50/m.Rijs Textiles have a wide selection for fabrics and prices, including fabrics for dance dresses, children’s prints and home dec fabrics.Fabric UK has pages dedicated to fabrics costing less than £ 2/m and less than £1 per metre.Croft Mill was Britain’s first mail order fabric shop. It stocks many bargain fabrics at under £10/mRemnant House is a jobber site that buys mill ends from fabric mills - excess production that the client ended up declining. For that special thrill, try out their bargain bundles , including the ever-exciting mystery bundles.Abakhan Fabrics has a large clearance section as well as a remna nts section for smaller lengths.White Tree Fabrics’ main attraction - apart from its huge selection - is a price slide to help define your search, with options at under £2/m!Patchfabrics specialise in patchwork, selling cotton prints by the half-metre - but for very affordable prices.The Fabric Godmother has, apart from a great selection that lets you search by print motif, a selection of designer fabrics used by designers such as Prada and Burberry. Be sure to look in regularly as these are mill ends and only available for a limited time.So now you have your sewing machine and your fabric - what else do you need to get started?Must-Have Sewing AccessoriesA sewing box is made up of many different sewing tools indispensable to any dressmaker or seamstress - a little like a plumber’s toolbox.For his sewing projects, a good tailor should have:Measuring toolsMarking toolsCutting toolsPinsSewing tools.A sewing machine, a bobbin of thread and a cut of fabric do not yet a purse make. You need marking accessories, tools for cutting and pinning, something for ripping seams when you make a mistake and some hand-sewing tools for basting and finishing.When learning how to sew, basic sewing accessories will make your life easier. Photo by Hegemony77 - 1/6th scale clothes on Visual huntLet’s start with the most basic of sewing supplies: the measuring tape, a fundamental tool for taking measurements and finding out the length of cloth you will need.Other useful measuring accessories are:A small ruler for small distances on a straight seamA quilting rule for tracing parallel lines (for gathers or smocking)A gauge for measuring small distances that stay the same (seam allowances, hems, the distance between buttonholes)To know exactly where to cut and sew, it’s important to mark your fabric. A marking pencil or pen and some dressmaker’s chalk are perfect for tracing a pattern on cotton or wool. A white pencil is best for dark fabrics; dressmaker’s chalk better for light ones. Pencils and pens are also better than chalk for precision markings. Once you have transferred your sewing pattern and marked your pleats and gathers, it’s time to cut out your piece. This is where tailor’s shears come in.Your scissors are going to be your new best friend for years to come. We recommend always using new scissors (buy new ones frequently or have them re-sharpened by a professional). Use your dressmaker’s scissors only to cut fabric - avoid using the same pair of scissors as garden shears, paper scissors or craft scissors as this dulls the blade.Pinking shears are used whenever the fabric unravels easily. Is this it? Well, no. Here are some other useful tools:Thread snippers and seam rippers to undo a wrongly-sewn seamSafety pins to pin two pieces of fabric together before cutting or sewingSewing needles and sewing machine needlesA thimble: ideal for pushing needles through dense fabrics without hurting your fingers or pricking your thumbTop and botto m thread bobbinsTrimmings: ribbons, bias tape, lace, piping…Fasteners: fabric buttons, wooden buttons, snaps, zips, hooks and eyes, velcro…If you are in the capital check some of the many sewing courses London.

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About French Cheese

Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About French Cheese Megan L. What better snack to pair with your French study session than some authentic French cheese? Tutor  Nadia B.  shares everything you need to know about French cheese Do you have a baguette and a wheel of brie? Well, just a minute, there. While theres nothing more  French to us than bread and cheese, the world of French cheese is complex, fascinating, and  delicious. Keep reading, and youll learn how French cheeses are  produced, how to choose an  authentic French cheese, and about some of the most classic types of French cheese. Once youre  done reading, youll want to get to the cheese shop right away! Its an incredible reality that there are hundreds of varieties of French cheese (the exact number  depends on who youre talking to). Some of the most well-known and popular varieties include  Camembert, Roquefort, Boursin, Munster, and Chèvre. Share this Image On Your Site pstrongPlease include attribution to TakeLessons with this graphic./strong/p pa href=/blog/french-cheese-infographic-z04img src=/blog/wp-content/uploads/2015/07/traditional-French-cheese-infographic.png alt=Traditional French Cheese width=720px border=0 //a/p p In addition to recognizing popular French  cheese, an important aspect of picking out a cheese is understanding the label. The terms Protected Designation of Origin (PDO) and Appelation dOrigine Contrôlée (AOC) are  essential to know. These two terms signify that a cheese is authentically produced in France. Its  a sign of quality and origin, and there are around 50 types of French cheese bearing the label.  Similar to the certifications made for wine, these labels are a guarantee of a cheeses heritage  and protection under French law. French cheeses arent  limited to just a few regions; in fact, they  come from all over France, with each  region making certain types of cheese. Some of the most popular regions for cheese include  Burgundy (central-east), Normandy (northwest), and the Alps (southeast). To narrow down your choices of French cheeses, remember that cheese can be divided into three types: hard, soft, and blue, all of which are comprised of many varieties. Cheese can also be made from three  different types of milk: cow, sheep, and goat. Lastly, you can also learn about where and how the  cheese was produced from the following descriptions: Fermier is a farmhouse cheese, which means the cheese was produced from the milk to the cheese-making all on the same farm. Artisanal means that the cheese is made from milk from the same farm, but the producer  may also supplement it with milk from other farms. Coopérative is for cheese that has been produced by a dairy in collaboration with local milk  producers. While this sounds like a small operation, it can grow into a big one and thus be more  industrially-oriented. Industriel is cheese that is made in a factory; the milk may come from a variety of places, from  local to regional to country-wide. As interesting as it is to learn about French cheese, you might now be wondering how to pick a  cheese. If youre visiting France, stop by your local fromagerie  to find a wide selection of cheeses and a deep knowledge about various aspects of cheesemaking and the cheeses themselves. Dont hesitate to ask the shopkeepers for suggestions and information about all things cheese. If youre still at home but want to try an authentic French cheese,  take some time to get to know the different types of cheese and then peruse a high-quality  grocery store or cheese shop to make a selection. You might want to pair it with a nice wine  from France, too! Lastly, if youre feeling overwhelmed by all the options when  selecting a French cheese, youre in good  company. Former French president Charles de Gaulle once said, Comment voulez-vous  gouverner un pays qui a deux cent quarante-six variétés de fromage? (How can you govern a  country which has two hundred and forty-six varieties of cheese?) France, in all its variety,  beauty, and delicacies, leaves many of us shaking our heads in disbeliefwhile still enjoying some  flavorful, rich cheese. Post Author: Nadia B. Nadia B. teaches flute, piano, and Italian lessons in New York, NY, as well as through online lessons. She received her degree in Music Performance from New York University and speaks English, Italian, and French.  Learn more about Nadia here! Interested in Private Lessons? Search thousands of teachers for local and live, online lessons. Sign up for convenient, affordable private lessons today! Search for Your Teacher

Mean and Median and Mode - Math Online Tutoring

Mean and Median and Mode - Math Online Tutoring Statistics: It is the study of the collection, organizing, analysis and presentation of the data. Mean: Mean () is the average of all the terms. Add up all the terms and then divide it by the number of terms. It is also called as arithmetic mean or average. Median: Place the values in ascending or descending order. If number of terms is odd, then middle term = (n+1)2 is the median. If number of terms is even, then median is the average of middle terms n2 and n2 + 1. Mode: Mode is the value that occurs most often in the set of values. Range: It is the difference between maximum and minimum values. Example 1: What is the mode of 12, 45, 37, 23, 12, 27, 4, 42, 23, 45, 12? (a) 23 (b) 45 (c) 12 (d) 27 Answer: c 12 is repeated three times. 23 is repeated two times. 45 is repeated two times. Hence 12 is the answer. Example 2: Find the mean, median and mode for 3, 4, 8, 9 Answer: Mean = (3+4+8+9)/4 = 24/4 = 6 Median = (4+8)/2 = 12/2 = 6 There is no mode.

Linear Equations Examples

Linear Equations Examples A statement which shows that two quantities are equal is called an Equation. An equation containing only one variable or literal with the highest power 1 is called Linear Equation in that variable. The variable in the equation is known as the unknown. The method of finding the value of the unknown which makes the equation true, when we substitute in it , is known as solving the equation. The number which satisfies the given equation is called the solution or root of the equation. There will be only one root for a simple linear equation. If we graph the Linear Equation we will always a straight line. We should remember that the unknown variables in any Linear Equation cannot have Powers or exponents , like x ^ 4 or x exponent 4 Cannot be under the root sign , like sqrt (x) y times z or a divided by b both are not allowed. The real life examples of linear equation include Finding perimeters of squares of different length; Calculating the wage on hourly pay rate. Rate * time = distance. Example 1: Solve 4x 3 = 17 Solution: 4x 3 + 3 = 17 + 3 [Adding 3 on both sides of the equation we get] 4x = 20 [Dividing by 4 we get] x= 5 Example 2: Solve x + 2 = 51 Solution: x + 2 2 = 51 2 [Subtracting 2 on both sides of equation we get] x = 49

Madeleine K English and maths tutor in London

Madeleine K English and maths tutor in London This week we would like to introduce Madeleine K, she provides top-notch private English, SATs, psychology and maths tuition.. plus lots more! With her developmental psychology background, Madeleine is highly qualified to improve her students’ cognitive (thinking) skills and to identify their individual needs and strengths. At our latest volunteering event, Madeleine wowed us with her power over a packed classroom as well as individual pupils. So let’s find out a bit more about her: Madeleine, why do you love tutoring? I find it a really rewarding experience. I love it when I can see that my students’ hard work pays off. I like to be able to focus their thoughts so they can achieve their best. Who inspired you in education? My third grade teacher, Mrs Granger. She made it fun to learn but we definitely learned at the same time! I am inspired by people who make education engaging! What else do you get up to besides tutoring? I’ve just trained as an actress to perform in film and on stage. So I have done professional work on TV. Look out for me on screen soon… If you had a super power what would it be? It would have to be invisibility - I’d like to be able to fly as well and float around. I’d love to have dual powers. What advice would you give to a parent on how to find a tutor? No matter how good the tutor, it’s really important to find someone who gets on with the student. They need to ‘click’. Want to meet Madeleine? See below to watch her short video. Subjects taught by Madeleine: Psychology - Degree, A-Level, AS University Advice- Degree, GCSE, AS Law-IB General Science- GCSE, Common Entrance, 11+ General Studies-  GCSE, AS Maths- GCSE, Common Entrance, 11+, Primary Statistics-GCSE Admissions- Common Entrance, 11+, Primary English- Common Entrance, 11+, Primary Basic Skills - 11+, Primary Eleven Plus - 11+ Physics - 11+ Primary-11+ School Advice- 11+, Primary Early Years Support Oxbridge Admissions If you or your child needs help with any of the above then please click here  to visit  Madeleine’s profile page  and book a lesson. Image from musicmountain.org           CC-by

How Much Does Medical School Cost

How Much Does Medical School Cost MCAT Medical School Admissions Getting into medical school requires mental and emotional preparation, as well as financial readiness. Med school is expensive, and everyone who wants to be a doctor knows this. If, despite the looming financial burden and the premed critics you will face, you are still thinking about applying to med school, below is a summary of the financial cost of attending medical school. Proceed with caution... Medical School Tuition According to the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC), the median tuition in 2013-2014 was $31,783 for resident students at public institutions, $55,294 for non-resident students at public institutions, $52,093 for resident students at private med schools, and $50,476 for non-resident students at private med schools. These figures do not include health insurance, housing, and other expenses. So, for four years of medical school, a public school would cost $127,132 for resident students and $221,176 for non-resident students. At private schools, the entire cost of medical education totals $208,372 for resident students and $201,904 for non-resident students. Fees and Expenses in Medical School On top of tuition, there are other mandatory fees and expenses to consider in your financial planning for medical school. These mandatory fees include student health center, student services, student health insurance, student aid fund, programs, malpractice insurance, disability insurance, and miscellaneous fees that amount to about $2,235 per year or $8,940 for the duration of medical school. Other expenses include room and board at an average of $20,000, and books and supplies at $1,572 per year. You will also have to allot money for the $535 national medical board exam which you will take in your 2nd and 4th year, and your $1,140 clinical skills exam which you will take during your 2nd year of med school. Finally, you should, of course, also budget for personal expenses. For the sake of the calculations below, let’s assume that you will have to spend $5,300 for personal expenses, food, and transportation per year. Total Cost of Attending Medical School Considering all of figures above, the total cost of attending medical school, depending on if you are attending a private or public institution and if you are a resident or non-resident, can be seen below: $165,154 for resident students at public med school $259,198 for non-resident students at public med school $246,394 for resident students at private med school $239,926 for non-resident students at private med school As these numbers are overwhelmingly high, it’s important to keep in mind that there are scholarships and financial aid options available. You just have to know where to look. If you need help applying for financial aid or with your medical school application, schedule a consultation with an InGenius Prep medical school admissions expert today! This article was written by an admissions expert at InGenius Prep. hbspt.cta._relativeUrls=true;hbspt.cta.load(215486, '6baac2ae-05a3-4610-9d1f-265c8cbd809f', {});

The Realization of Truth is Within Mankind

The Realization of Truth is Within Mankind The source of the realization of truth is within man; he himself is the object of his realization. An inspirational message by a spiritual leader from India. This message is also a thanks to Rick Hanson whose teachings have helped Dirk to become more grounded and gracious.   Namaste

Student Loan Debt Crisis Furthered by New Legislation

Student Loan Debt Crisis Furthered by New Legislation photo via unsplash Why students are seeking loan forgiveness Students who may not meet the federal loan forgiveness qualifications have another reason to apply for forgiveness â€" fraud. In recent years, schools that issue student loans but fail to provide a full educational experience to their students have been considered fraudulent. In most cases, these are online colleges or for-profit “universities” that offer education at more affordable rates than traditional public universities. What potential students of the universities are unaware of is the quality of education that they will be getting. Many fraudulent universities offer specialty courses and seminars but have proven to be careless in regards to properly educating students. As a result, they have faced lawsuits due to false advertisement and misrepresentation. Like many of the other universities facing fraudulent charges, Donald Trump’s Trump University has endured consequences. In April of this year, the case against Trump resulted in a $25 million settlement after previous students stated that they were misled by the real estate course that did not actually teach them what it was supposed to. Students that were enrolled at the university between 2005 and 2010, its years of operation, finally received money back after years of being forced to repay loans. This seemed to be a step in the right direction for students involved in fraud cases seeking loan forgiveness, but new legislation might say otherwise. photo via unsplash New legislation A new standard is being put into place by Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos and the Education Department to determine if colleges misrepresented themselves before allowing students to take on loans. According to a report from TheHill, the new standard requires that “a student must be able to prove ‘reckless disregard’ on behalf of an institution in a debt forgiveness claim before it is considered.” Although DeVos and the Education Department claim to be protecting students from fraud by implementing penalties on schools, the new standard and its implementations appear to actually make it more difficult for students to prove fraudulent intent. The rule is expected to be finalized by November 1 and it is open to debate until then. How does this affect the average borrower If you attend a traditional university and student loan forgiveness is likely not an option, you may be wondering how this affects you. Although you may not be able to get out of paying back your student loan debt, it is important to realize the effect that this has on the economy. Over the last 30 years, tuition for public four-year universities has increased over 200% even after accounting for inflation rates. Tuition has increased drastically, however, the average income in the U.S. has remained about the same. It is obvious that Americans are taking on more debt and struggling to pay for it. Economists even speculate a recession in the near future similar to the housing bubble that we saw 10 years ago because fewer people are buying homes as a result of student loan debt. Disregarding fraudulent loan activity is continuing to neglect the negative impact student loans are having on the economy. While it is not the root cause of outrageous tuition prices, we should be doing everything we can to prevent further escalating the current student loan crisis. photo via unsplash Minimizing your student loan debt The best thing to do if you have student loans is to minimize your debt as much as possible. There are a few steps you can make when applying for loans and when paying them back after graduating to limit your financial stress. When considering federal and private loans, you want to get the lowest interest rates possible. Fixed rates are the least risky option because they will not change over time and you will know what you are getting into. Above all, you want to pay off loans with higher interest rates as soon as you can. Billionaire Mark Cuban advises that paying off your loans is “the best investment anyone can make” because you are preventing yourself from further owing money that you wouldn’t have had to if you paid it off. Paying off your student loan debt should be a priority investment. As you start to pay on your debt after graduating, you may want to consider consolidating your loans. Student loan consolidation means that you are combining your federal loans into one. It does not mean that you will necessarily be getting smaller interest rates, but you will be making one loan payment rather than several. When it comes to private loans, you can also combine them into one loan and get a new interest rate.   Combining your debt doesn’t relieve you from paying it back, but it definitely makes it easier for you to manage and make timely payments. Student loan debt can be stressful for anyone and it is continuing to become more of a problem for the economy. Student loan forgiveness through the government is a difficult process. It is even failing to relieve victims of fraudulent education systems. The best thing for students to do is to be cautious when taking on debt and to ensure that their money is being put towards a proper college education. Student loan debt appears inevitable in today’s society but students can try to minimize the stress by staying informed of their financial options. Paying off debt seems like a dreadful task, but it is the best investment to make for your future financial standing.