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Understanding Fabric Drape
Drape refers to how a fabric falls and behaves when worn. It can range from stiff and structured to soft and flowing. Disclaimer: Â This...
Aug 124 min read


An Introduction to Garment Ease
Ease plays a crucial role in how clothes fit, feel, and function. Disclaimer: Â This article was originally published as a paid post for...
Aug 54 min read


What is Pattern Grading? A Beginners Guide
Grading is the process of creating different sizes from a single base pattern or block. Disclaimer: Â This article was originally...
Jul 305 min read


Pattern review: Peplum Split Tank - Matchy Matchy Sewing Club
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...
Jul 308 min read


Pattern review: Sonia Shorts - Tessuti Sewing Patterns
This is my second time sewing this pattern—and for good reason. These shorts are the perfect summer wardrobe staple. With the warmer...
Jun 296 min read


Blending Between Sizes on a Sewing Pattern – Part 2: How to Blend
In this Part 2, I demonstrate how to blend between sizes on a sewing pattern. Disclaimer:Â This article was originally published as a...
Jun 126 min read


Blending Between Sizes on a Sewing Pattern – Part 1: When to Blend
In this Part 1, I look at when blending between sizes on a sewing pattern might be a good approach. Disclaimer:Â This article was...
Jun 128 min read


Pattern review: Craft Studio Tee - Matchy Matchy Sewing Club
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...
May 2910 min read


How much fabric do you need? A simple estimation guide
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...
May 87 min read


Understanding seam allowance: A simple guide
How do you know how much seam allowance to add around a pattern piece? Hopefully, this simple guide will help! Disclaimer:Â This article...
Apr 227 min read


How to select and use interfacing: A simple guide
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...
Apr 45 min read


Sewing essentials: Dart manipulation
In this guide, I demonstrate two methods of dart manipulation—the pivot method and the cut and spread method. Disclaimer: This article...
Mar 64 min read


Checking, Blending, and Truing Your Sewing Patterns – Part 2
This article focuses on some more specialised examples of truing—hems, darts, and seam allowances. Disclaimer: This article was...
Feb 205 min read


Checking, Blending, and Truing Your Sewing Patterns – Part 1
This article focuses on the basics of truing, breaking down the key concepts to help you get started. Disclaimer:Â This article was...
Jan 215 min read


How to thread an overlocker (the easy way)
Overlockers make it incredibly easy to create professional-looking edge finishes. However, re-threading or changing the threads can be a...
Dec 25, 20244 min read


How to Press: A Simple Guide
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...
Dec 2, 20245 min read


Ready to draft your own patterns? Here’s what you’ll need to get started
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....
Nov 24, 20244 min read


What to consider when choosing fabric: A beginners guide
In this guide, I’ll share five key considerations to help you feel more confident about picking the perfect fabric for your next project....
Nov 10, 20245 min read


A handy guide to unpicking
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...
Nov 3, 20244 min read


How to pre-wash fabric: A simple guide
Sure it isn't the most exciting thing to do, and it may be tempting to skip when all you want to do is dive straight into your new...
Nov 3, 20245 min read
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