I have a new tutorial on YouTube for you today! If you sew vintage sewing patterns, you might just find that your bust darts are too high. It's a common adjustment, and one I do alll the time! In my video, learn how easy it is to lower bust darts on vintage (or any!) sewing pattern. Vintage patterns in particular were drafted for the undergarments of the time, and while I typically wear vintage-inspired bras, even ... Read more »
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How to sew a shirt yoke 2 ways (burrito and traditional/vintage)
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 »
Make your own sewing pattern: How I copied my favorite bolero
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 »
Level up your facings: interface & seam in one step!
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 »
Understitching: a sewing secret weapon!
Ever get frustrated when your handmade clothes look great at first, but then your facing or lining is really hard to press back into submission after the wash? There's a simple secret weapon you might be missing: understitching! Understitching is a sewing technique that may sound intimidating if you've heard about it but never known what it was. Fear not, it's actually really easy to master! And let me tell you, it ... Read more »
Color blocking a vintage sewing pattern (without the pattern)
You know when you fall HARD for an idea, and you absolutely must drop everything to work on it? Could be sewing, knitting, cooking, anything. That's what happened to me recently! I fell in love with the color blocking on a vintage McCall's pattern envelope on Pinterest, McCall's 5831 from 1961. And immediately had to drop absolutely everything to plan and make that top! Follow along in my latest YouTube ... Read more »