As you know, every month I like to offer up a new free sewing pattern. But so many people have been asking me recently about how I make the patterns, how they can make their own, and how they can adjust patterns to fit them better or slightly change the … Continue reading
So I made a bra from following along with the Bra Making: Construction and Fitting Class on Craftsy. It looked amazing and I was SO happy with how it came together. But no matter what it looks like, it only really works if it actually fits. Did it fit? No. … Continue reading
(Image credit – all images from Bra Makers Supply) I recently posted about my first ever bra I’ve sewn following after watching the Bra Making class on Craftsy – you can read about it here if you missed it. Both here and on Facebook, people asked about where they … Continue reading
“A tale of love and loss.” I once owned a skirt. I believed it to be the perfect skirt and I wore it everywhere. I wore it for years – we were inseparable. It was my most favorite-est ever skirt. Then a couple of years ago I noticed it was … Continue reading
New Year – new resolutions. Do you have any sewing resolutions for this year? I have two – I want to learn how to use my new serger and I want to learn how to sew bras, and make one that actually fits and that I would want to wear … Continue reading
Classy, classic, elegant, refined. Not words you could use to describe every dress, but this twist front dress pattern really does suit those words. You’ll look a knockout in this dress, whether you choose a solid or a small print. Introducing the ‘In a Twist’ Dress pattern, Pattern of … Continue reading
How to add a lining to your Show Some Flare Skirt in 8 easy steps! Hi this is Judy from StoneyLonesomeSewWorks. I am a self taught sewer who has been sewing on and off for about 20 years but only became serious about 3 years ago when both of my … Continue reading
I’ve had a request for a skirt with pockets, and something that doesn’t need stretch fabrics because I know some are still a little reluctant to sew with knits. So I’m happy to oblige this month with a practical A-line skirt pattern, including set-in pockets. Features: Flattering A-line shape Easy … Continue reading
Hubby came bundling in like a whirlwind like he usually does after work, dropping things everywhere. As he crashed about and made his way to the shower he shouted out “How soon can you be ready to go out?” Er, what? Where? And who with? Turns out the team at … Continue reading
If there is one thing I don’t get to wear very often here in the tropical weather of the Caribbean, it’s a cardigan or jacket. But when I was running a few ideas past the pattern testing team, a cardy or jacket was a pretty popular idea now the cooler … Continue reading
If you’ve found this article, then hopefully you’ve already drafted your custom-fit wrap skirt pattern. If not, don’t worry, you aren’t far behind. You can go back to the pattern drafting post here or simply download these instructions which include the drafting and sewing all in one document for … Continue reading
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