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 […]
How To Change The Length Of Your Top 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 […]
Sewing Pattern Instructions: 10 Things You Need To Know
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 […]
Sewing Pattern Envelope: 11 Things You Need To Know
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 […]
4 Seam Guides That Will Help You Sew Seams Right
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 […]
2 Guides That Will Help You Thread Your Sewing Machine Right
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. […]
3 Reasons You Need to Make a Muslin for Fit
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 […]
Sewing & Patternmaking Books I Use to Sharpen My Skills
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 […]
4 Sewing Tools You Need Two of and Why
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 […]
OttLite Dual Shade LED Floor Lamp Review & Giveaway
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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