You can make a very romantic, comfortable, and stylish skirt with this spring boho skirt pattern. This skirt should be a staple in your wardrobe, because it secretly acts as a tummy control item. The trend this spring and summer is Tribal chic. This is not a very easy look … Continue reading
It’s easy to lengthen a sewing pattern piece. If you’ve never done it before, you should give it a try. In this article, I will be talking exclusively about the Hi-Low T-Shirt free pattern that we published a couple weeks ago and how to make it longer. However, you can use … Continue reading
So what are pillowcase dresses anyway? Pillowcase dresses are quite simply dresses made from the fabric found in a pillowcase (or two..). Based on the designs and the free patterns below, a simple pillowcase and some trimmings can make you a fantastic little dress for your daughter or granddaughter. We … Continue reading
Hand sewing was not a choice but rather the norm in years long past. All home furnishings, clothing, and sacks used for agriculture or other storage purposes were all hand sewn. From that point to now, the road to the creation of the sewing machine has been a key thread … Continue reading
As most of our readers would know, I’m not a fan of gyms as I explained in my post on creating A New Workout Wardrobe: My New Year Resolution. But I actually would love to own a sports bra that gives me not only support but comfort. I think this … Continue reading
The age-old, immensely feminine, and ever-evolving skirt is a staple in the wardrobe of anyone who’s proud to call herself a woman and it comes in more skirt styles than most of us can imagine or certainly name by memory. When building up your wardrobe and planning for your next … Continue reading
Generally speaking, sewing machines in the current market come with a great range of functionality. However, one of the most important tasks, perhaps the backbone of every impeccable garment, is understanding the various stitching techniques every machine has to offer. No matter the complexity or style of your sewing machine, … Continue reading
There are a lot of practical reasons to make your own natural DIY dye from natural ingredients. It’s cost-effective, non-toxic, and eco-friendly. It’s derived from renewable resources and is biodegradable; it can be disposed of safely in your kitchen sink. These are all things to feel good about, but beyond … Continue reading
Here’s a fun and practical sewing project –a folded shopping bag– that you can make with Batik fabric. Frankly, you could do this project with almost any colorful fabric (or even not-so-colorful..) but I love how it looks with beautiful Batik. I don’t know if this is happening in your … Continue reading
Sunflowers make me think of spring When I think of the coming spring and summer months, there’s really only one flower that really comes to mind. The sunflower, of course! As I started to get my mind around what wonderful spring and summer fashion designs I could come up with … Continue reading
One of the oldest natural fabrics, linen was first made from the flax plant thousands of years ago. This lustrous, high-quality fabric continues to be popular today. Durable, strong, smooth, and highly breathable, linen is ideal for use in clothing. If cared for properly, linen products can last for longer … Continue reading
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