Threading a sewing machine can feel a bit daunting at first, but it quickly becomes second nature after you’ve done it a couple of times....

Drape refers to how a fabric falls and behaves when worn. It can range from stiff and structured to soft and flowing. Disclaimer:  This...

Ease plays a crucial role in how clothes fit, feel, and function. Disclaimer:  This article was originally published as a paid post for...

Grading is the process of creating different sizes from a single base pattern or block. Disclaimer:  This article was originally...

A simple sew that is easy to follow, fun to customise, and perfect for experimenting with creative tweaks and hacks. I’ve had the Peplum...

This is my second time sewing this pattern—and for good reason. These shorts are the perfect summer wardrobe staple. With the warmer...

In this Part 2, I demonstrate how to blend between sizes on a sewing pattern. Disclaimer: This article was originally published as a...

In this Part 1, I look at when blending between sizes on a sewing pattern might be a good approach. Disclaimer: This article was...

I’m a sucker for simple, oversized, and cropped tops—and this new design for Matchy Matchy Sewing Club ticks all the boxes. I’m a sucker...

No one likes getting halfway through a project only to run out of fabric—or being left with scraps that don’t work for anything. I’ve got...

How do you know how much seam allowance to add around a pattern piece? Hopefully, this simple guide will help! Disclaimer: This article...

Fusible, sew-in, woven, non-woven—interfacing comes in a variety of types, weaves, and weights. But with so many options, how do you know...

In this guide, I demonstrate two methods of dart manipulation—the pivot method and the cut and spread method. Disclaimer: This article...

This article focuses on some more specialised examples of truing—hems, darts, and seam allowances. Disclaimer: This article was...

This article focuses on the basics of truing, breaking down the key concepts to help you get started. Disclaimer: This article was...

Overlockers make it incredibly easy to create professional-looking edge finishes. However, re-threading or changing the threads can be a...

Pressing is one of those often-overlooked steps in sewing, but trust me—it’s worth it. Sure, it might feel like an extra hassle at the...

Here is a list of some of the tools I would recommend to get you started in drafting your own patterns, or altering an existing one....

In this guide, I’ll share five key considerations to help you feel more confident about picking the perfect fabric for your next project....

Unpicking stitches is an inevitable part of sewing. Sure it's not fun, but knowing how to do it correctly can save you time and protect...