This week I sewed my version of the Cecilie Bahnsen "Selena" top, which is a $900 babydoll top that has an open back beloved by influencers around the world since like 2018. I first patterned this at the beginning of lockdown in May, but there were some issues to resolve with the pattern.
Love pockets in your pyjama bottoms? Fancy adding them to your Ultimate Pyjamas? We're bringing you a free pocket pattern piece so you can do just that!
A quick tutorial on how to add darts to the back bodice of your Darling Ranges dress. It eliminates the need for ties!
Do you need some additional help putting together our Akira pattern? This sewalong will take you through the pattern construction with step-by-step photographs and in-depth instructions. You’ll find loads of helpful tips and extra details beyond the instructions provided in the booklet. We hope that with this little extra guidance the sewing process will be...
Neckline binding is my favourite neckline finish for knits. In today's Briar sewalong, we'll be showing you our method for creating a neckline binding.
So you’re about to make yourself a Rumana Coat. Before we even begin, can we just congratulate you on your courage and sewing prowess?! This is not going to be a walk in the park, but trust us when we say that making a coat is one of the most satisfying and rewarding things you will ever make. Ever. The glory of announ
Today in our swimsuit making journey, we are going to walk through the steps of inserting the elastic. This is usually the most tricky step for people but with some practice it does get easier! If you start getting frustrated pull out some scrap fabric and practice a few more times before you do the final project. And even then you can always unpick elastic and reinsert it!
It's time to go over every detail of the Tania sew! Here’s the full list of Tania posts coming up and the Tania sewalong schedule!
So you’re about to make yourself a Rumana Coat. Before we even begin, can we just congratulate you on your courage and sewing prowess?! This is not going to be a walk in the park, but trust us when we say that making a coat is one of the most satisfying and rewarding things you will ever make. Ever. The glory of announ
In this post, we'll take measurements and determine our size for this pattern. We'll decide if adjustments, such as a bust adjustment, grading between sizes, or a length adjustment is necessary. In the following post of this sewalong series, we will discuss how to make these pattern adjustments. For now, let's find our
Printed voile Victoriana ruffled blouse with rick rack, worn with a striped bias cut skirt My last post got a fantastic response – over 25 comments, and many of you have signed up to the Sewalong. A
Easy to follow tutorial to sew a band collar or stand collar, as part of our Kalle Shirt & Shirtdress pattern sewalong series.
In today's blog post we're here to help you make body, sleeve & leg lengthening & shortening adjustments to your Durban jumpsuit for the perfect fit!
SEWALONG STEPS INSPIRATION & HACK IDEAS
Ok, is it just me or is anyone else been blown away by how beautiful the quilted Hovea & Hovea Curve samples & guest makes we’ve been seeing so far are?! There’s been such a range of contemporary & cl
Welcome to day 4 of the Montrose Top sewalong! The bulk of our construction is done so now we’re on
Are you joining in the Gypsy Wife sewalong? Pattern designed by Jen Kingwell and sewalong hosted by Angie of Gnomeangel, it’s going to be a great event! You can find out more about the sewalong here. Provided here are FPP patterns for three of the blocks – just to make your piecing life a little…
This week we are talking about installing the collar for our Kalle Shirt & Shirtdress. I am going to show you two methods for doing so, but in the meantime I thought it would be fun to take a little d
Sew your own sailor-inspired trousers with I AM Nout. Follow our step-by-step instructions to easily create your own pair.
Welcome back to the sewalong! In case you missed it, we have already gone over choosing a size and assembling your PDF pattern. Today, we will be talking about grading between sizes. ... Read More
Sew your own sailor-inspired trousers with I AM Nout. Follow our step-by-step instructions to easily create your own pair.
Learn to do a Full Bust Adjustment for kimono sleeves and dartless bodices, along with other pattern adjustments for the Kalle Shirtdress Sewalong.
Following on from our Sewing Buttonholes : Tips n Tricks! post, today I bring you our Top 10 tips to stop you getting hot under the collar, curtousy of my lovely sewing friend, Suzy aka Suzy a…
In this post, we'll take measurements and determine our size for this pattern. We'll decide if adjustments, such as a bust adjustment, grading between sizes, or a length adjustment is necessary. In the following post of this sewalong series, we will discuss how to make these pattern adjustments. For now, let's find our
Today is the third installment in the Blackwood Cardigan Sewalong! In case you missed the first few posts, we have covered how to grade between sizes, how to do a quick 'cheater' full bust adjustment,
Learn three ways to sew beautiful hem facings every single time for your Dove blouse or any top you'd like!
Sew a neat & comfortable snap crotch for your Rowan bodysuit with this tutorial. No fiddly topstitching, with raw edges fully enclosed!
Today we are running through some common pattern alterations for your Hovea Jacket or Coat, to help you get the exact fit you're looking for!
Today we are running through some common pattern alterations for your Hovea Jacket or Coat, to help you get the exact fit you're looking for!
Today we are running through some common pattern alterations for your Hovea Jacket or Coat, to help you get the exact fit you're looking for!
Today we are discussing some alterations you might need to get the perfect fit to the bust & armscyes of your Durban jumpsuit!
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Guipure lace is a heavier lace with many open sections; it makes a gorgeous statement top, but it does take special handling. Here are some tips and tricks.
How to sew a shirt yoke using the simple burrito method for a totally clean finish on the inside.
Are you joining in the Gypsy Wife sewalong? Pattern designed by Jen Kingwell and sewalong hosted by Angie of Gnomeangel, it’s going to be a great event! You can find out more about the sewalong here. Provided here are FPP patterns for three of the blocks – just to make your piecing life a little…
Today we will tackle the waistband and zipper.I know zippers can be intimidating but have no fear! I’m here to guide you through each step. The construction is simple and straightforward.
So you’re about to make yourself a Rumana Coat. Before we even begin, can we just congratulate you on your courage and sewing prowess?! This is not going to be a walk in the park, but trust us when we say that making a coat is one of the most satisfying and rewarding things you will ever make. Ever. The glory of announ
Master jean fitting adjustments with these tips for your best fitting jeans! We illustrate how to diagnose fit issues, and how to fix them.
