So, you saw a cool new style in RTW like sleeve ties or a notched neckline. You know you can hack those details but what tried and true pattern will be the foundation? Try Cadence Top and Dress. Here, Anjori shows how it’s the perfect blank canvas for all those...
It’s that time of year when many are thinking about the annual family photo! The biggest question is usually “But what are we all gonna wear?” Kim from Dorothy’s Daughter on Youtube is here with tons of tricks and tips for coordinating attire...
Learn how to add a basic long-sleeve hack to the La Bella Donna. Today’s guest blogger Rachel Ring is showing off the recently updated La Bella Donna Dolman pattern and has a little hack she’s been doing for years! If you’re not into the LBD’s...
Today on the Luna Loungewear Sew Along we will be focused on bottoms. This post is all about sewing the shorts and capris. If faux flies are a tricky concept for you, you want to read on to learn how to master them and add a great detail to your next pair of lounge...
Here we are on day three of the Luna Loungewear Sew Along. Today I will be going over how to add the built in bra to the cami and nightie. I also have a hack to share today! It’s a gathered front detail that I added to the nightie. I adore how it turned out and...
A cardigan for summer: no matter the season, you always need a little outer layer! Whether it’s a cozy top layer to throw on over a dress for a cool summer-time evening or a quick, nuetral coverup for the fridgid air-conditioning, you can never go wrong with the...
Today on the blog, I’m showing how to add a gathered skirt to the Summer Basics Dress. The Summer Basics is already a quick and easy sew, but you can add even more options to it with this simple adjustment. Grab your pattern here and let’s make a gathered...
It’s getting hot around here and one of the best ways to stay comfy and cool is to ditch that regular bra! Here you can learn how to install the shelf bra add on piece to the Summer Basics tank and dress, a pattern that has just gotten a sizing update (XS-5X)...
Who loves capris? Learn how to create and customize capri length pants using the versatile Duet Trousers pattern. Today our guest blogger is the beloved Pat English, and she is sharing her favorite ways to customize her favorite bottoms pattern with buttons, slits,...
Shirring: A Tutorial Featuring the Rhapsody Top and Dress Ever want to learn how to sew shirring? Today Chris from www.sewjourns.com is showing us a beautiful detail we can add to the Rhapsody Top and Dress. You can put shirring just about anywhere and it is much...
HOW TO SEW AN AUTHENTIC SPORTS JERSEY Want to sew up an authentic looking sports jersey? Kim’s got all the fabric, vinyl, and styling tips and tricks for creating a replica jersey– the sports superfan in your life will love it! Plus follow her link to find...
Pattern mashing is one of the best ways to make the most of your patterns — and to get exactly what you want! A few pieces of the Love Notions pattern collection were designed to be interchangeable: The Sybil Skirt, Margot Peplum and Tessa Sheath all work...
While we face the challenges around us, we hope that you continue to find comfort in sewing! The Willow Wrap Dress is one of those comforting and satisfying sews — the kind of sew that’s just good for the soul! Noreen proves that on the blog today where...
Looking for a breath of fresh air? Try out this easy ruffle add-on for the Tessa Sheath Dress. Ilse explains this easy hack and helps us feel those summer vacation vibes with her tropical maxi sheath dress! Ruffles and Lace: An instant summer feeling with my Tessa...
Canyon Cardigan Sew Along: Day Three Day three is sleeve day here at the Canyon Cardigan Sew Along. There are three sleeve styles to choose from, a long sleeve, a 3/4 sleeve, or a sleeveless view. These options make the Canyon Cardigan perfect for all year round!...
Canyon Cardigan Sew Along: Day Two Welcome back to day two of our Canyon Cardigan Sew Along. If you are just joining us, you can get tips on selecting your fabric and help making fitting adjustments in yesterday’s post. Today, we will be constructing the bodice...
It’s ALL about the details! This is so true when you are aiming for a professional result in your sewing. We’re happy to welcome Karina from Lifting Pins and Needles to the blog today to walk us through a few ways to upgrade your woven Melody dolman...
Are you ready for a *stunning* Harmony Dress Hack? This is a dress hack that will have all your friends saying “Where can I buy that?!” Then you get to say a sewist’s favorite words: “You can’t buy this. I made it.” Read this quick...
We are so excited to welcome Caroline Gaddy to the blog today! She is showing off her adorable Margot Peplum Hoodie Hack. We know you’ll love it and will be making tons of these for yourself or your little one (using the coordinating Maggie Peplum, of course). And as...
LA BELLA DONNA: DOLMAN DRESS HACK Looking for a dolman dress hack? Everyone needs a LBD! No, I don’t mean a “little black dress” Today we’re talking about a “La Bella Dress!” Follow along as our guest blogger Koe easily transforms...
