How do you fix a neckline that's too low? It's surprisingly easy! Here are four very simple ways to raise a neckline.
Learn how to sew a t-shirt with this free sewing pattern for a breezy women's tee. Easy to follow step by step instructions included. DIY top for women.
Take your sewing projects to the next level using these sewing tips and tricks.
A reader asked “On a commercial pattern I have decreased the size of my armhole on a blouse pattern. I took 1 inch out of the front armhole. How do I adjust the sleeve pattern?” I assum…
I haven’t been sewing for too many years, but one thing I noticed when I first started was a movement to #topstitchallthethings. I’m telling you, it didn’t matter what group I was in, if you were sewing, you were topstitching. What I later discovered was the lost art and technique of understitching. Understitching is the […]
Learn how I made a DIY Mandalorian inspired costume for my son using fabric, EVA foam, and faux leather. I link to free patterns.
Take your sewing projects to the next level using these sewing tips and tricks.
Attaching Bias Tape can make any sewing project stand out. Bias Tape is perfect for craft projects, too. Learn How to Sew Bias Tape the correct way.
Roksanda Ilincic, RST12, London. Princess line is the name commonly given to panel lines that go through bust point, absorbing the dart value into the panel line. The panel line commonly curves from the armhole,
A zip fly was one of those sewing things that used to absolutely terrify me but last year I decided to take the plunge and, guess what, it wasn’t half as scary as I as I had envisaged. So, if you’re feeling a bit nervous about sewing a zip fly too, I hope this tutorial will be helpful!
Shortening Metal Zippers from the Top Tutorial For when you can't get a short enough zipper for a project that you're working on, don't despair, you can shorten it. I needed to reduce the length of a couple of zippers (from 7 inches down to 3.5 inches) for exposed zipper pockets for a pair of pants I was sewing for my son, here's how I achieved that. Supplies needed: :: metal zipper :: 2 top stops (I got mine from a clothing zipper repair kit that I bought at the local fabric store) :: diagonal cutter pliers :: long nose pliers :: ruler :: disappearing ink marker :: scissors :: liquid seam sealant Starting from the bottom stop, measure the desired length of the zipper, then using a disappearing marker, make a mark on the tape. Using a disappearing ink marker, make a 2nd mark 1 inch above the 1st mark. Remove the zipper teeth between those 2 marks, using a diagonal cutter pliers cut and or pull each tooth. (Note: these metal zipper teeth can be difficult to cut, at least they were for me & watch out, they can go flying... I'm still finding little cut up metal zipper teeth all over my sewing room) Place a top stop above the highest zipper tooth, using the long nose pliers, pinch the top stop together so that it is secure. Repeat this for the other side of the zipper. With a scissors cut off the excess zipper at the 2nd mark that you made. Apply a small amount of liquid seam sealant to the cut edges, this will prevent the fabric from fraying. All done. Now you can use your new shortened metal zippers.
On Friday I mentioned that sewing certain seams annoys me. I never wrote about it because I’m too picky but based on a vote (2 for, none opposed, that’s democracy for you), we’ll discus…
Learn how to assemble pdf patterns with these two simple methods - necessary if you have bought a PDF sewing pattern from myself or others.
Take your sewing projects to the next level using these sewing tips and tricks.
I spend a lot of time on Pinterest and I have seen many, many sewing hacks that look too good to be true. I tested 10 hacks for you!
In the last post, we went over stitches to use for a basic hem. But some garments and some fabrics require a narrow hem. Really narrow, like ⅛” or 3mm. The best way to sew a narrow hem? That depen…
Take your sewing projects to the next level using these sewing tips and tricks.
In this sewing tutorial, I’ll explain what the types of self-threading overlockers are, which brands have them, and what machines I recommend if you are eager to add one to your collection.
Modern Quilting Tips, Tricks and Tutorials! - Everything you need to know to make quilting easy and fun so you can do what it is you love to do and create a beautiful joy filled life!
Apologies if this is too elementary but circumstances suggest this entry could be useful. Previously I’d showed you what typical sewing instructions look like but I wonder if a flow chart mig…
I posted a while back about taking in pants at the waist. And I had no idea how bad of an epidemic droopy drawers were until over 21,000 people read my post and pinned, and repinned, and repinned a…
In this sewing tutorial, I’ll explain what the types of self-threading overlockers are, which brands have them, and what machines I recommend if you are eager to add one to your collection.
Are you a sewing beginner? I want to help sewing beginners avoid the mistakes I made so you will have an awesome sewing experience & avoid these 20 mistakes
As promised, here are two video tutorials to hopefully help your hand sewing get better. I don’t hand sew too incredibly often, but when I do, I always use these methods. After attending Gert…
The Clothes Alteration does save you money but it also gives you more clothing options! Knowing how to alter clothes is important for every sewer.
Let's talk about awkward necklines today. The ones that are sorta low but not too low. I have this dress that is not quite too low, but it just hits a weird part of my
Take your sewing projects to the next level using these sewing tips and tricks.
Repair those damaged seams with some easy hand sewing methods to make your items good as new. This video demonstrates two different methods depending on whether or not you have access to the inside of the seam.
After finishing the 52 Week Sewing Challenge last year I decided to follow it again for 2019. It was so much better for me when I allowed myself to reject the challenges and actually sewed something(s) each week this year!
On Friday I mentioned that sewing certain seams annoys me. I never wrote about it because I’m too picky but based on a vote (2 for, none opposed, that’s democracy for you), we’ll discus…
Take your sewing projects to the next level using these sewing tips and tricks.
If you have been following along with my projects for any amount of time, you will know that when I need something made that involves sewing (pillows, curtains, upholstery) I send it off to my mom. I’m so lucky to have her skills available to me and she’s also (relatively) willing to make my stuff!
Last week I met up with a friend. She’s done a little bit of plant dyeing over the years and asked how I get my colours so saturated. These are my top tips that I gave her, and I thought I’d share with you too! These tips pretty much form the basis of my...
Need to know how to fix a bra band that's too tight? This easy tutorial shows you how to make a DIY bra band extender to loosen your bra.
