How To Draft Your Own Facings: Customize Your Clothing

This shows you how to create your own one or two piece facings. How to make a sleeved dress sleeveless or how to make a facing intead of a lining.

Have you ever wanted to change up a favorite pattern? How about making a dress or top without the usual sleeves, or maybe skipping the collar this time?  Maybe you have a dress pattern that has a full lining and you just want to replace it with a one-piece facing … Continue reading

When, How, And Why To Clip Seam Allowances

If you have ever read instructions from a sewing pattern which included any curved seam, you’ve certainly been asked to “clip (or notch) seam allowances”. If they were your first steps in sewing, I bet you stopped a while to figure out what you had to do…  and maybe you’re … Continue reading

Must Have Features For Your First Serger

Must have features for your first serger - and those you can do without. Great tips if you are thinking of getting one.

Hi there! I’m Irene and I usually blog at Serger Pepper; today I’m here sharing with you all I know about one of my favorite topics: sergers! Yes, I’ll do my best to help you choose your first serger (or overlocker, depending on where you come from)… aren’t you excited? I … Continue reading

DIY Running Belt And Travel Belt – FREE Pattern & Tutorial

running belt

Here’s a pattern for a running belt with pockets and an elasticized adjustable strap so you can tailor it to any waist size.  This pouch could also be called a money belt, travel belt or sports belt.  Place the pouch on your front or back and cover it with a … Continue reading