Learn how to sew sleeves in the round with these two methods. Sew a set-in sleeve the easy way or the tried-and-true way.
I had to make a thrift store run recently, just to renew my stash of sheets, which got me thinking that I should really let you in on one of the thrift store’s best kept secrets for sewists. Thrifting sheets for various purposes is a good habit for frugal sewists, and I try to pass along frugal sewi
Shirring fabric with elastic thread creates lovely gathering. Find out how to sew with elastic thread with this DIY video.
So, as I was saying, I also made some vanity tweaks to my Kenneth King fitted sleeve sloper, which led eventually to an experiment with sleeve gusset. Slimming Down While the fitted sleeve that was…
Think I've lowered the bust dart a little too much and they also need to be shorter. Gaping at armgole needs to be pinched out and eventually the excess needs to be moved to the bust dart on the pattern...
Add pockets to almost any skirt with this skirt pocket tutorial! I've included a printable pocket pattern pieces in 3 sizes. Easy skirt pocket instructions.
Bring a little ease and a whole lot of fun to your wardrobe with the Chanterelle Pants and Shorts pattern. Featuring a comfortable and easy-to-fit elastic waist, wide leg, barrel leg, and shorts views, Chanterelle will fill any gap in your wardrobe and be an all-seasons piece for years to come. This is a PDF sewing pattern, available to download immediately after purchase.
Don’t you just hate wasting fabric or having so many scraps that eventually you just throw away to make space for new ones? Fear not, Mood has a solution to
Ready to Bustle? Disclaimer: I am not a historic costumer and I’ve never worn a bustle. The purpose of this exercise was to gain experience in bustle making so I could better answer customer questions. If anyone reading this post is an actual historic costume maker, I heartily welcome your comments. I searched onlin
So, as I was saying, I also made some vanity tweaks to my Kenneth King fitted sleeve sloper, which led eventually to an experiment with sleeve gusset. Slimming Down While the fitted sleeve that was…
Make a Skirt From Neckties: This gives detailed instructions on how to make a sturdy, non-fraying necktie skirt, which is flattering to every figure.All you need to know is how to use a sewing machine to straight-stitch and zig-zag... I'll explain everything else in detail!I'…
On July 28th, I attended an online webinar to preview the L.L.Bean Signature Fall 2010 Collection Preview. "Style" might not be the first word that comes to mind when you think of L.L.Bean's rug...
Learn How to Sew with Knits
Learn how to make your oilcloth bowl cover with this tutorial. It's easy, budget-friendly, and personalized white bowls that you already have.
It takes me a long time to find a pair of jeans I like. It takes years to wear them in. They get worn and stretched in all the right places like a comfortable pair of slippers. AND I LOVE THEM. Eventually, they become loved so much that they start to tear. Before you kn
A simple toddler friendly sewing project.
I have no illusions; I know that today’s post will upset quite a few people. Why, might you ask? Well, it’s because there has been a long standing myth -myth- in construction that the p…
I’ve created loads of upsizing tutorials and I love finding creative ways to increase the size of just-too-small garments!I recently shared how to upsize a blo…
I recently went to ikea. Going to ikea is usually a fun experience, because I enjoy places with a lot of stuff I don’t need but find very appealing because it is cheap and aesthetically pleas…
One of my favorite new aspects of the Alt Summit conference was that the bulk of sponsors did not give out swag at the conference. They mailed it to our doorstep the months leading up to the big we…
Sewing is a fun and creative endeavour to take on, especially with your kids. Children of any age can learn some form of sewing that can get them on the path to eventually making their own complex projects and clothing. The key to teaching...
Sewing fails arre part of every sewist's life. But don't panic or despair when they come. Instead beat your sewing mistakes with these 6 tips.
This refashioned Edwardian blouse is totally wearable today: With Edwardian underwear it's an Edwardian shirtwaist but without it's just a summer blouse!
View details for the project Obi Skirt- First one! on BurdaStyle.
This page outlines the recreation I did of Frodo’s travelling suit from the Lord of the Rings movies. This costume was developed after the release of The Fellowship of the Rings and was done…
Add some jazz to any pair of shorts or pants by adding a cuff! Jessica shows how to add a cuff to any shorts or pants pattern. Her pictures are awesome.
Hello everyone! So, I gave in and got myself a sewing blog. Not that I think the world needs another sewing blog, not another of the kind I can write anyway. But I do want to participate in the online sewing community and the sewing wasn’t really fitting into my other blog. Also, they don’t (yet) have some kind of Ravelry (I know about burdastyle, patternreview and such, but that’s not really the same thing). Therefore, if you want to participate in sew-alongs, me-made challenges etc. and can’t give a blog address, well… you kind of feel left out. I first started sewing a little over 2 years ago and I am just starting to make garments for myself. I have a Brother XL-2600 and a Bernina 1150MDA serger. Besides myself I have 3 little ones to sew for. I am not going to show you everything I’ve sewn so far now, but what about a couple of highlights? My first encounter with Liberty fabrics. First attempt at redrafting a simple pattern. First time being proud of pretty details: Also noteworthy, my discovery of clothkits: And most recently (as in earlier today), making stuff for me that actually fits: Crescent Skirt by sewaholic I'll be back soon with more current sewing.
Pattern Making Foundation: Understanding Darts. Darts are an essential part of pattern making; they allow flat fabric to take on a shape that fits the body.
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