You say DIY denim jacket, I say YES! Denim jackets are one of my favorite subclasses of jackets. Why do I love the denim jacket? They go with EVERYTHING in your closet There’s lots of ways to customize them plus They have a classic look that will never go out of style Did I mention …
The essential resource guide for making a DIY denim jacket Read More »
I’m jumping on a fun topic for today: denim jacket patterns for everyone! Making your own DIY denim jacket is one of the best ways to practice sewing with denim, but where to start? Maybe you’ve always wanted to sew your own jeans but you’re totally intimidated by the migraine that is fitting. The denim …
12 denim jacket patterns that’ll always keep you in style Read More »
So you’re sitting down to eat and think, wow, I do love this uncomfortable chair. Just kidding–that’s literally never crossed your mind! I do bet you’ve thought how can I make this chair more comfortable and add a little bit of color? That’s why we’re talking about how to make chair cushions. It’s a basic …
I have a little sewing secret: I almost always make my own trims. Trim is a such a good way to add a focal point to any sewing project, but finding the right trim is not always easy. I can attest to having yards upon yards of ribbons, pom poms, ric rac, and elastics I …
Simple to make pleated trim to jazz up your edges Read More »
Dyeing with bleach might be one of the most interesting ways to add some texture and design to plain fabric. If you think about it, designers have been using bleach on jeans for forever. It’s for good reason. A little bleach with a little thought can totally change the look. A standard pair of jeans …
I love a good sewing tools comparison so I thought, why not do a matchup of rotary cutter vs. scissors. Both are such great sewing tools to have around, but how does each one shine? We’ll talk about how rotary cutter vs. scissors fare in categories about price, cutting, ease of use, speed, and types …
Rotary cutter vs. scissors: a friendly sewing tool fight Read More »
We’re talking sewing with fleece 101 today! Where I live, we’re staring down a weather forecast of a week and a half of solid snow. With that in mind, I thought, why not talk about one of those fabrics that’s guaranteed to keep you warm. Fleece is an incredibly versatile fabric, but it comes with …
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I swear I needed the speed cleaning checklist for my sewing room I’m sharing today like last month! If you’re anything like me, your sewing space has two modes: Mad Scientist or Shiny. When it’s Mad Scientist time, there’s fabric, patterns threads all over the place, and it’s a big hot mess. In the middle …
A 1-2-3-4-5 speed cleaning checklist for your sewing room because…projects. Read More »
I’ve always been amazed by how many people shudder at the thought of sewing buttonholes. Maybe it’s that buttonholes are often the last thing you sew. You’re 90% through a shirtdress, mentally already wearing it, and then you have to hold your breath hoping that the buttonholes turn out well? The truth is that sometimes …
Maybe you don’t buy nail polish just to make hand painted buttons like I do, but I just bet you love a beautiful button. The more I look to make garments I really love, the harder it seems to find good quality buttons. So many buttons these days are just not that interesting! Ah, but …
