Applying Eyelets Using The Prym Pliers May 10, 2022Here's how to use the Prym Vario Pliers to attach eyelets to a corset.
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 - The Sewing April 25, 2022This week we have second instalment on taking up pants, which covers the sewing part.
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...
Sewing A Skirt With A Slit March 29, 2022Read on for instructions on how to sew a skirt or dress slit with lining.
Creating A Lining Pattern For A Skirt Slit March 22, 2022Here's a quick run down on how to create a lining pattern for a skirt with a slit.
Pairing Fabrics and Patterns December 14, 2021If 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 November 23, 2021Here'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 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...