Your go-to resource for all things sewing
Welcome to the Yorkshire Sewing Guy Knowledge Centre — a growing library of guides, tips, and advice to help you get the most from your sewing projects. Whether you're just starting out or you're a seasoned quilter, you'll find practical, no-nonsense guidance here.
We'll be adding new guides regularly covering topics like quilting rulers, interfacing, needle choices, scissors and much more as the collection grows. Bookmark this page and check back often — there's always something new to learn!
Quilting Rulers
Find the right ruler for your projects with our beginner and expert guides.
The Best Quilting Rulers For Beginners & Experienced Quilters in the UK
Creative Grids Rulers Explained: What Are the Different Types Used For?
Interfacing
Not sure which interfacing to use? Our guides cover everything from the key differences between woven and non-woven interfacing to a complete beginner's introduction to fusible interfacing.
Woven vs Non-Woven Interfacing: What's the Difference?
Woven vs Non-Woven Interfacing: Which Should You Choose?
The Complete Beginner's Guide to Fusible Interfacing
Why Is My Fusible Interfacing Not Sticking? Common Problems & How to Fix Them
What Interfacing Should I Use for Bag Making? A Complete Guide
Vlieseline H250 vs G700 vs B700: Which Interfacing Should You Use?
Scissors & Cutting Tools
Choosing the right scissors can make a real difference to your sewing. Our guide covers every type of sewing scissors, from dressmaking shears and embroidery scissors to pinking shears and thread snips.
How to Choose the Right Sewing Scissors: A Complete Guide
Christmas Sewing
Get ready for the festive season with our Christmas sewing guides — from choosing the right fabric to step-by-step project inspiration.
Christmas Fabric UK – Ideas & Inspiration for Festive Sewing
Make Your Own Christmas Advent Calendar with a Fabric Panel
10 Christmas Sewing Projects to Make at Home
How to Make a Christmas Stocking from Fabric
Poppy Europe
Find out why we started stocking Poppy Europe fabrics, panels and magazines in the UK — and how to get them without importing from Europe.
Poppy Europe Fabrics & Panels – Now Available in the UK
Behind the Seams
An inside look at how The Yorkshire Sewing Guy operates — from supplier visits and factory trips to the decisions behind how we pack and dispatch your orders.
Why We Had Custom Boxes Made for Our Creative Grids Rulers
Coming Soon
We're working on guides covering these topics — check back soon!
- Needle choices — matching the right needle to your fabric and thread
