I love pockets and I usually add them to every garment I sew. Inseam pockets are nice because they are hidden in the seam of your garment. The traditional way you sew these pockets can sometimes cause alignment issues, which makes them not lay nicely. In this sewing tutorial, I’m going to show a method […]
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This slouchy pocket hack is super easy to sew on the Block Party Cardigan. You can use the inseam pocket to get this slouchy, cozy look. It makes a fabulous oversized pocket. You will sew the cardigan up the same as written in the tutorial with a minor change. Follow along with the sewing instructions
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October is almost here which means Halloween is right around the corner. This year my sister sent me a picture she found on Pinterest for this adorable Flintstones Costume and asked if I could make it for my niece. I couldn’t resist staying yes, I love the tulle peaking out from underneath. I knew I
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With the release of the Women Plus Size Fit Pants Pattern and the update to all of the patterns in the Fit Pants collection, I thought it would be fun to show you how add a “jeans style” front pocket and a casing waistband to your Fit Pants. I picked this Stretch Tencel Denim for
Front “jeans style” pocket and waistband casing hack for your Fit Pants. Read More »
Flutter sleeves on Classic T-shirt If you want to change your look using a user-friendly classic pattern, this hack is for you. After making the tank version of the Classic T-shirt, I was ready to try something different. I chose flutter sleeves because one of my favorite handmade shirts has flutter sleeves, and the silhouette
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Hello amazing sewists! My name is Julia, and I am here visiting from Brave & Snarky: My Self Acceptance Journey. I had the pleasure of sewing up the adorable Sunflower tank for the re-release with plus sizing. If you don’t already own the pattern, please consider getting yours using my affiliate link here (if you choose to use this
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Nothing is more frustrating then working hard to make a lovely top for yourself and having it NOT FIT!!! One of the hardest areas to get a proper fit is in the bust area. When I first started sewing and buying patterns I assumed that if I used my full bust measurement then the pattern
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Ever since the release customers have asked if this specific pattern, despite being made for stretch fabrics, could be used with woven fabrics, meaning no stretch within the fabric choice. The answer is yes with a few simple modifications! Check out how Gina upcycles a ladies tank into a woven adalynn! Here is the
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Hi, this is Milena, mom of 2, Ricardo of 7 years old and Leonor of 8 months old. I started sewing in 2017 and quickly fell in love!. I was really excited when Mamma can do it – sewing patterns – invited me to test the Boy Fit Pants as my son has been eager
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