Gathering fabric is simple with these easy steps. Don’t shy away from sewing projects with gathers – go ahead and tackle them confidently. You can create beautiful garments with strategic gathering. I can’t wait to see what you create.
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Learn To Sew / sewing / Sewing instruction / Sewing Tools
How To Sew A Straight Line
“Practice makes perfect” and sewing perfectly straight lines takes practice. However I have a few tips for sewing straight lines that will get you off on the right foot. It’s not difficult to sew a straight line and it will make a marked improvement on your project’s perfect outcome.
Named Clothing / Sew-Along
Taika Blouse Dress Sew Along
The Taika Blouse Dress is a sweet retro style shirt dress with a high waistline and gathered sleeves. I made mine with a soft floaty fabric just in time for spring. With this Taika Blouse Dress sew along I go step by step covering all the details of putting this dress together.
Fabric Shopping / Fashion / Makes and Plans / Sew-Along
Sewing Makes And Plans — Early Spring
Phew! That was quite an extensive list. I hope my Sewing Makes And Plans — Early Spring have inspired you to do a little sewing of your own. Now I need to get to my cutting table — LOL.
Closet Core / Fashion / Learn To Sew
Kalle Shirt Pattern Review
The Kalle Shirt Dress pattern is one of those patterns you love to have in your stash. It is super versatile, offering different looks and options. If you are considering making a blouse and are a little hesitant about taking on a classic men’s oxfords style, then start with the Kalle. You will learn to sew a beautiful collar, perfect plackets, and well constructed yokes. Three important parts of an iconic shirt dress.
Sew-Along / Simpliticy
Simplicity 9189 Sew Along
This cute knit jacket/wrap has been on my sewing to do table for a while. I thought I would give it a try with some wool I had leftover from a cape I made several years ago for my sister as a gift. I taped the construction of the wrap because a few of the techniques are worth taking a look at the sewing process
Book Review / Fashion
The Fashion Designer’s Directory Of Shape And Style Book Review
In The Fashion Designer’s Directory Of Shape And Style you will find inventive ideas and valuable inspiration and up your fashion designer’s chops. The book presents a plethora of mix and match elements for creative clothing design. The budget friendly book with over 500 mix and match elements is well worth the price.
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How To Sew Slippery Fabric
We love to wear soft, pretty clothes. But, sometimes making them can be a challenge of our sewing skills and patience. I’ve highlighted a few tips and tricks […]
Learn To Sew
Pattern Sewing for Beginners — My Favorite Pattern Companies
Pattern sewing for beginners doesn’t have to be overwhelming, a simple sewing project is best. With careful, step-by-step guidance, you can become an accomplished sewist. My heart is in teaching the craft of sewing, it is a fun place to express your personal style while exploring your creative side. Start with an easy sewing pattern and open up a new creative world. You will be making your own clothes before long and loving what you wear.
Sewing Tools
The Ultimate List Of FAVORITE Sewing Supplies
This Ultimate List of my favorite sewing supplies is a culmination of over 50 years (Yikes!) of sewing experience and trial and error.