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How to sew a shirt yoke 2 ways (burrito and traditional/vintage)

June 13, 2025 by Tasha Leave a Comment

Sewing a shirt with a back yoke can be a little perplexing! Because of the yoke and the yoke facing, there's the extra additional layer of fabric at the shoulders, and at the seam where the yoke meets the back. So there's some fiddling to get it all sewed together. But there's a couple of different ways to actually sew a shirt yoke! In my latest YouTube tutorial, I walk you through both how to sew a shirt yoke with the ... Read more »

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Holding a traced version of a bolero sewing pattern

Make your own sewing pattern: How I copied my favorite bolero

May 21, 2025 by Tasha Leave a Comment

Have you ever had a garment that you loved so much, you thought "I wish I could copy this so I could make another one?" Maybe in a different color, or print, or fabric. Or maybe just because the original one is wearing out. Or you love the original one, but it's not your perfect style. Particularly if you love vintage clothing, you've probably had this thought before! I sure have, and I did something about it: in my ... Read more »

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Level up your facings: interface & seam in one step!

March 5, 2025 by Tasha Leave a Comment

I've got a great sewing technique for your facings to share with you in my latest YouTube video. And it might be something you've never heard of! Basically, you face your facing. Yes, it sounds a little strange, I know! But trust me, this simple trick will give your facings a beautiful finish, without any hemming required. How's that possible? You interface and seam your facing, all at the same time. This method ... Read more »

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How to insert a lapped zipper for skirts & pants

April 24, 2024 by Tasha 1 Comment

I've got a great sewing tutorial for you today! The first of several in a series, in fact. I know! Watch the video to learn my favorite method to insert a lapped zipper, for skirts and pants with a waistband. I've often been asked to do a tutorial for lapped zippers. They feature prominently in many of my handmade garments. In fact, I haven't done an invisible zipper in over a decade! Around the time I learned how ... Read more »

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How to match prints at a seam for perfect pattern matching

January 31, 2024 by Tasha 3 Comments

You know me, I love sewing with prints! It's a huge part of what I sew. And one of my favorite sewing skills is print matching, or pattern matching: matching the fabric print across a seam. Often for me, I'm doing this on a center back seam (and usually with a zipper). In my latest YouTube video, I'm showing you how easy it is to do. This bit of sewing magic is closer to your fingertips than you may think! You ... Read more »

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Quick felt sewing machine ornament: FREE template & tutorial

December 7, 2023 by Tasha Leave a Comment

I've got such a fun tutorial for you today! I adore making vintage-inspired felt ornaments, and this year I designed a sewing machine ornament. I made the template free to download, and on YouTube you can watch my full tutorial on how to make this cute ornament! Get the corresponding template for this Christmas craft here. And hey, does the dress look familiar? It should! It's my flannel snowglobes dress that I ... Read more »

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My Knitting Patterns

Razzler Top: NEW vintage-inspired knitting pattern!

Razzler Top: NEW vintage-inspired knitting pattern!

Express Line Cardigan: new knitting pattern!

Express Line Cardigan: new knitting pattern!

Confectioner Scarf - new knitting pattern

Confectioner Scarf – new knitting pattern

Midge pullover  – new knitting pattern!

Midge pullover – new knitting pattern!

Vintage-inspired Royale pullover knitting pattern release

Vintage-inspired Royale pullover knitting pattern release

Wondrella cardigan - new knitting pattern!

Wondrella cardigan – new knitting pattern!

Fortesse beret - new knitting pattern

Fortesse beret – new knitting pattern

Fortesse pullover - new knitting pattern

Fortesse pullover – new knitting pattern

Confidette bolero - new knitting pattern!

Confidette bolero – new knitting pattern!

Legendaire pullover hands behind head

Legendaire pullover – new knitting pattern release

Fayne beret: new knitting pattern release

Fayne beret: new knitting pattern release

Knitting pattern release: Sprigs and Berries

Knitting pattern release: Sprigs and Berries

Nisse: knitting pattern release

Nisse: knitting pattern release

Debut knitting pattern release: Victory

Debut knitting pattern release: Victory

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Some Favorites

Getting a cardigan right

Getting a cardigan right

Our great 1950s kitchen renovation reveal

Our great 1950s kitchen renovation reveal

50s topper coat for spring

50s topper coat for spring

Nancy Drew and the Clue in the Epic Sweater

Nancy Drew and the Clue in the Epic Sweater

A plaid bolero, a dress, and a belt buckle walk into a bar

A plaid bolero, a dress, and a belt buckle walk into a bar

Spring green batwing sleeve bolero

Spring green batwing sleeve bolero

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