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Sewing and pattern-making resources, including how-to guides, explanations, helpful hints, and advice.


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
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