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Applying Eyelets Using The Prym Pliers

Applying Eyelets Using The Prym Pliers

May 10, 2022

Here's how to use the Prym Vario Pliers to attach eyelets to a corset.

Tips for taking up pants using the original hem

Tips for taking up pants using the original hem

May 3, 2022

Here'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 - The Sewing

Tips For Taking Up Pants - The Sewing

April 25, 2022

This week we have second instalment on taking up pants, which covers the sewing part.

Tips For Taking Up Pants - Measuring & Marking

Tips For Taking Up Pants - Measuring & Marking

April 19, 2022

Admittedly 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...

Sewing  A Skirt With A Slit

Sewing A Skirt With A Slit

March 29, 2022

Read on for instructions on how to sew a skirt or dress slit with lining.

Creating A Lining Pattern For A Skirt Slit

Creating A Lining Pattern For A Skirt Slit

March 22, 2022

Here's a quick run down on how to create a lining pattern for a skirt with a slit.  

Pairing Fabrics and Patterns

Pairing Fabrics and Patterns

December 14, 2021

If you're new to sewing or not sure if a fabric is the best choice for a particular sewing pattern then this blog 'pairing fabric to patterns' is a great...

Rounded Back Alteration On A Garment With Straps

Rounded Back Alteration On A Garment With Straps

November 23, 2021

Here's a quick and simple pattern adjustment for a rounded back on a garment with straps. Effectively it means removing a dart in the problem area.

Sewing A Balanced Dart

Sewing A Balanced Dart

November 2, 2021

Sewing 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...

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