Sarah J. Doyle | June 30, 2010
When two seams to be joined are uneven in length, the longer edge must be drawn in to fit the shorter side. This is done, depending on the degree of adjustment, by easing or gathering, as shown. Slight ease is the type that might be needed along the back side of a shoulder […]
Sarah J. Doyle | June 28, 2010
Considering the number of pregnant women I see whenever I’m out in public places, AND remembering how difficult it was to find any type of maternity clothes or maternity patterns when my daughter was pregnant with quadruplets, I’d say specializing in making maternity clothes could be very lucrative! I see pregnant women that are plus […]
S. Denise Hoyle | June 25, 2010
I carry a notepad with me everywhere I go, I’m definitely a list person, so I was thrilled to find this project tutorial for a fabric folder or portfolio at Niesz Vintage Home! I absolutely adore her color and fabric choices, and her step by step instructions include terrific photos to help make assembly easy. […]
Sarah J. Doyle | June 23, 2010
There are three main types of seams that you will be using for most of the sewing items you will make. (1) A straight seam is the one that is used most often. In a well-made straight seam, the stitching is exactly the same distance from the seam edge the entire length of the […]
S. Denise Hoyle | June 22, 2010
There are THOUSANDS of available plugins for WordPress that allow users to quickly and easily customize their blogs, so how do you know which ones to use? This is by no means a conclusive list, but between this blog and my shopping and deal blog I’ve tested at least a hundred different plugins and this is a […]
S. Denise Hoyle | June 18, 2010
The latest issue of VivaLaModa Handmade Fashion magazine, issue #9, is now available online for free. This issue includes a bunch of super talented clothing designers who have each reconstructed a mens shirt for the magazine’s Project Reconstruction spread. All of the designs will be auctioned off next month with the proceeds going to the […]
Sarah J. Doyle | June 16, 2010
The seam is the basic element of any garment and must be made with care. Although 5/8” is the standard seam width, always check your pattern for required width in special seaming situations. Some types of fabric, such as spandex or tricot will only require small seam allowances, so always check the pattern guideline. […]
Sarah J. Doyle | June 14, 2010
Each year it seems like summertime takes a toll on business sales – regardless of whether you have a brick and mortar store, do online sales or both. Kids are out of school, so parents are looking for things for them to do for summer recreation, vacations are planned, and money may be tight when […]
S. Denise Hoyle | June 11, 2010
Gina from Gina Bean Handmade always comes up with cute designs for handbags, quilts and other neat projects, but I especially love this adorable fabric sewing caddy. Gina uses Peltex to give the caddy structure, and the handled design makes it super useful and easy to tote your sewing projects. Check out the fully illustrated, […]
S. Denise Hoyle | June 10, 2010
This terrific cuff bracelet boutique piece designed by Tara St. James is actually made from a recycled zipper. I love that the edgy style is both upcycled and fashion forward! Make one for yourself from any used zipper of at least 15″ in length with the step-by-step photos at ecouterre. Related Posts:Flowers from fabric remnantsHow […]
