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Fabric Marking Tools to Tailor Garments like a Pro
If you are going to alter clothing, pinning and marking fabric is an important step. Using the right fabric marking tools can make this task easier. It’s important that you can see your markings, but for them to also disappear when you need them too. Before you mark your fabric If you are altering something,…
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Sew Tulle Tiers on a Dress
Recently, there was an event where my daughter needed a formal dress. We had a dress but wanted to make it a bit more special. So we decided to sew tulle to the skirt to make it more “twirlable” and fuller. I also added another skirt layer out of taffeta to be a bit longer…
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How to sew clothes bigger
Have you wondered if it is possible to sew clothes bigger? Tailor like a pro: How to Sew Clothes Bigger to Achieve the Perfect Fit In this article, I’ve come up with ideas to change too-tight clothing into pieces that you’ll be able to love wearing again. Whether it’s helping a dress that won’t zip…
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Vertical Measurements in Sewing Patterns
When it comes to sewing patterns, you might be used to looking at measurements such as your bust/chest, waist, and hip to choose the right size. But if you don’t compare vertical measurements in sewing patterns, you are missing a key element that will help make your finished garment fit you! Definition of vertical measurements…
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Top 9 sewing mistakes beginners make
Sewing mistakes beginners just wouldn’t know Once someone has learned how to set up a machine and sew a straight line, they can start to make small sewing projects. As you build on your skills, you will find different tricks and things you just didn’t know when you started. Learning to sew is a journey,…
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Seam allowance for garment sewing
What is seam allowance? Seam allowance is the amount of fabric between your stitching line and the edge of your fabric. The amount of seam allowance you need depends on your project and fabric type. If you are using a pattern, the pattern will tell you how much seam allowance is accounted for in the…
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How to finish seams
Whether you are sewing clothes, decor, or anything else, you need to finish seams in your project! Different seam finishes are best used for various fabrics and applications. Finishing your seams prevents fraying and helps your sewing have a professional finish. What does finish the seams mean? “Finish the seams” refers to doing something to…
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Join me at the Beginner Sewing Summit
I will be presenting a class at the Beginner Sewing Summit happening May 3-7, 2021. Join me for Hemming 101. In this class we will go over a basic double turned hem on a pair of pants, and we will also be letting a hem down on a skirt. For this class, my aim was…