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How To Make A Gaping Neckline Pattern Adjustment

December 6, 2018 by Katrina 14 Comments

Recently, I had to fix a gaping neckline on my pattern. I’m always reluctant to mess with my neckline because I don’t want my shoulders or armholes to be affected. So this time I decided to take the excess from both my front and my back neckline. Today, I’m going to show you how to make a gaping neckline pattern adjustment on the front and back neckline.

Recently, I had to fix a gaping neckline on my pattern. I’m always reluctant to mess with my neckline because I don’t want my shoulders or armholes to be affected. So this time I decided to take the excess from both my front and my back neckline. That’s what makes this video tutorial a little […]

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How To Change The Length Of Your Top Pattern

November 23, 2018 by Katrina Leave a Comment

Lengthen or shorten pattern alterations are some of the easiest to do. They should also be the first alteration you do, before you make any changes to the width of your pattern. Lengthen/shorten lines are the best place to change the length of your pattern.

Lengthen or shorten pattern alterations are some of the easiest to do. They should also be the first alteration you do, before you make any changes to the width of your pattern. And when the pattern manufacturer provides you with lengthen/shorten lines on your pattern pieces; it’s probably because that’s the best place to do […]

Filed Under: Pattern Alteration

Sewing Pattern Instructions: 10 Things You Need To Know

June 26, 2018 by Katrina 10 Comments

Sewing pattern instructions have a lot of information in them. While the amount of information can be overwhelming, the pattern instructions are there to help you through the process of sewing that particular pattern. On the blog, I go through each part of the pattern instructions (10 areas to be exact) and explain them.

Sewing pattern instructions have a lot of information in them. I don’t think I ever sit down and just go through the instructions page by page before I sew. But the pattern instructions are there to help you through the sewing process. So even if you, like me, don’t read them word for word, it’s […]

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Sewing Pattern Envelope: 11 Things You Need To Know

May 16, 2018 by Katrina 9 Comments

Sewing Pattern Envelope | Read Sewing Pattern Envelope | How To Read Sewing Pattern Envelope |

  Understanding the envelope of a sewing pattern is an important part of buying the right pattern. From the clothing design on the front of the pattern envelope to its yardage requirements on the back, each section of information is there to guide you in your purchase. Today, I’m going to talk about 11 things […]

Filed Under: Beginner Sewing

4 Seam Guides That Will Help You Sew Seams Right

May 8, 2018 by Katrina 18 Comments

Seam Guides | How To Sew With A Seam Guide | Magnetic Seam Guide | Nancy Notions' 6 in 1 Stick 'N Stitch Seam Guide | This blog post will show you how to use seam guides to help you sew straight and curved seams.

 Discloser: Some of the links below are affiliate links, meaning, at no cost to you, I will earn a commission if you click through and make a purchase. Affiliate links are marked with an asterisk (*).  When I was a teenager watching my mother sew, it looked so easy. Sewing always looks easy when someone […]

Filed Under: Beginner Sewing

2 Guides That Will Help You Thread Your Sewing Machine Right

May 1, 2018 by Katrina 2 Comments

How To Thread Your Sewing Machine | How To Wind A Bobbin | How To Thread A Bobbin | If you're having a problem winding your bobbin or threading your sewing machine & bobbin, this blog post will give you helpful tips about the guides on your machine and how to use them. And if you don't have a user manual for your sewing machine, I give resources where you might be able to find one.

When you’re just starting to sew, threading a sewing machine can be intimidating. Having a sewing machine manual doesn’t guarantee there’ll be no stitching problems to fix. This can be frustrating. To help you avoid some frustration I’ll be giving you some tips on winding your bobbin, threading your sewing machine and threading your bobbin. […]

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3 Reasons You Need to Make a Muslin for Fit

March 20, 2018 by Katrina 6 Comments

In this post, I give you 3 reasons you should make a muslin, or test garment to test the fit of your pattern. I also tell you about fabrics you can use in addition to muslin fabric.

To make a muslin (test garment) or not to make a muslin, some say yes and some say no. It really depends on who you talk to. Many people want to skip making a muslin because they don’t feel it’s necessary. That’s not to say it’s necessary in every case. But when you’re not sure […]

Filed Under: Beginner Sewing

Sewing & Patternmaking Books I Use to Sharpen My Skills

March 13, 2018 by Katrina 2 Comments

Sewing & Patternmaking Books | There are many sewing & patternmaking books that will help you with different aspects of sewing & patternmaking. In this post I talk about some of my favorites that have helped and continue to help me in my sewing.

Have you ever gotten stuck in the middle of your sewing project because you didn’t understand the instructions or you just couldn’t seem to figure out a particular sewing technique right? That’s the time you need a good sewing reference book right by your sewing machine that you can pick up and use in the […]

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4 Sewing Tools You Need Two of and Why

January 23, 2018 by Katrina Leave a Comment

Have you ever spent more time in your sewing room looking for things than sewing? I know, frustrating, right? Things like scissors and seam rippers are never where you thought you last left them. Or, they’re wherever you’re not. There are some sewing tools you just need to have duplicates of. In this Facebook LIVE […]

Filed Under: Sewing

OttLite Dual Shade LED Floor Lamp Review & Giveaway

May 13, 2017 by Katrina 136 Comments

Today, I’m reviewing the OttLite Dual Shade LED Floor Lamp with USB Charging Station. I believe this floor lamp is the perfect addition to your sewing room. The lighting is excellent and adjustable and the adjustable stand is an added bonus. It’s provides a place for your smart phone or tablet to view video tutorials as you sew. Also, you never have to worry about your sewing project being interrupted because of a low battery on your device. The floor lamp has its own charging USB charging station.

I received a free floor lamp from OttLite in exchange for writing this review. Although this post is sponsored, all opinions are my own.    **GIVEAWAY CLOSED** And the winner is… Sandra Woerner! My home was built in 1959. The only overhead lights exist in the dining room (chandelier), kitchen and bathrooms. My sewing room […]

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Recently, I had to fix a gaping neckline on my pattern. I’m always reluctant to mess with my neckline because I don’t want my shoulders or armholes to be affected. So this time I decided to take the excess from both my front and my back neckline. Today, I’m going to show you how to make a gaping neckline pattern adjustment on the front and back neckline.

How To Make A Gaping Neckline Pattern Adjustment

Lengthen or shorten pattern alterations are some of the easiest to do. They should also be the first alteration you do, before you make any changes to the width of your pattern. Lengthen/shorten lines are the best place to change the length of your pattern.

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Sewing pattern instructions have a lot of information in them. While the amount of information can be overwhelming, the pattern instructions are there to help you through the process of sewing that particular pattern. On the blog, I go through each part of the pattern instructions (10 areas to be exact) and explain them.

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