Tips for taking up pants using the original hem May 3, 2022Here's a quick run down on how to hem your pants without losing the original hem. You might like to do this if you need to let the hem down...
Tips For Taking Up Pants - Measuring & Marking April 19, 2022Admittedly alterations are not the most exciting part of sewing (at least for me they aren't), but they are probably the thing that friends and family will ask you to...
Two Options For Hemming A Skirt With A Slit April 5, 2022This week we'll show you two options for hemming your skirt with a slit. Option one is simply folding the hem up and option two is creating a mitred corner.
Sewing A Balanced Dart November 2, 2021Sewing A Balanced Dart Balanced darts are used in garments to reduce a 'stepped' look when sewing darts in bulky fabrics. The additional fabric that is added actually creates a...
Tips For Working With Pleats October 18, 2021If you are wanting perfect pleats in your next garment read on to find out how. Tips include how to avoid unwanted ridges when pressing and creating a hem that...
A Couple Of Gathering Tips! September 7, 2021Here are few gathering tips to help get your gathers just so!
Exposed Hong Kong Seams July 27, 2021Read on for a quick how to sew an exposed Hong Kong seam. Hong Kong seams do take extra work so why not put them where they can be seen....
How to: French Seams July 13, 2021Read on for a quick run through on sewing French seams. A great option for sheer or lightweight fabric or if you don't own an overlocker and require a professional...
Reducing Bulky Seams June 29, 2021Reducing the bulk inside your seams is really important for getting a professional finish. Read on to find out how I like to create crisp necklines without the lining peaking...