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Patina Blouse Dress Hack with Ruffle Collar by Bella from @bellllagrace
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Patina Blouse Dress Hack with Ruffle Collar by Bella from @bellllagrace

Hey! My name is Bella from the Instagram @bellllagrace and I am a seamstress, illustrator, quilter and content creator! Immediately after I was asked to create a post for Friday, I knew exactly wha...

Guest PostSagebrush Top Hack with Cropped Tie Up Waist & Cuffed Sleeves, by Leila Makes

Sagebrush Top Hack with Cropped Tie Up Waist & Cuffed Sleeves, by Leila Makes

Hi all! My name is Leila of @leila.makes. I am a mixed/shelter/wildlife veterinarian, grad student, and sewist! In this blog post I am sharing how to create a Sagebrush Top hack with a cropped wais...

Guest PostSaguaro Set Tie Front Hack | By Pauline @sewuthinkucan

Saguaro Set Tie Front Hack | By Pauline @sewuthinkucan

Hi, I’m Pauline aka @sewuthinkucan on IG, your friendly neighborhood pattern whisperer/hacker. I am super excited to share how I put my spin on the fantastic Saguaro Set pattern to create a tie fro...

Elysian BodysuitAdding Snaps to the Crotch of the Elysian Bodysuit

Adding Snaps to the Crotch of the Elysian Bodysuit

Learn how to add snaps to the crotch of the Elysian Bodysuit sewing pattern. We wanted to make sure we wrote up a blog post on how to make this basic a bit more accessible and restroom-friendly by ...

Guest PostAdding embroidery details to your garments by Ele from @sewnbyele

Adding embroidery details to your garments by Ele from @sewnbyele

Hello, I’m Ele and I’m on the Friday blog to talk to you about embroidery and give you some ideas for adding embroidery for your me-made garments. I talk through how to embroider by hand, on a mach...

Guest PostCold Weather Wilder Gown Hack | By Cassie @makingcassie

Cold Weather Wilder Gown Hack | By Cassie @makingcassie

Hello! My name is Cassie -- I’m a sustainable fashion copywriter and sewing content creator from Toronto, Canada. Living in a country with 4 proper seasons, (3 of which are on the chilly to freezin...

Guest PostIlford Jacket Trench Coat Hack | By Nisan at @the.social.fabric

Ilford Jacket Trench Coat Hack | By Nisan at @the.social.fabric

Hey folks! I’m Nisan from @the.social.fabric on Instagram, where I share all my garment-making adventures. Today I’m super excited to share with you how I hacked the Ilford Jacket pattern to make m...

Guest PostPatina Blouse 50/50 Color Block Sewing Hack | By Mary at @SableCraft

Patina Blouse 50/50 Color Block Sewing Hack | By Mary at @SableCraft

Hey, my name is Meg from @SableCraft and I'm sharing a Patina Blouse Hack Color Block in this blog post. Continue reading to find out how I create a black and cream color block Patina Blouse and th...

Guest PostSaltwater Slip Dress Hack | by Sam from @PurpleSewingCloud

Saltwater Slip Dress Hack | by Sam from @PurpleSewingCloud

Hi I’m Samantha from @purplesewingcloud and incredibly excited to share my latest make with you, a Saltwater Slip Dress with ruffle neck and skirt hack. Continue reading to find out more.

Guest PostSquare Neck Top Dress Hack by Jeanette @netty.hayes.sew

Square Neck Top Dress Hack by Jeanette @netty.hayes.sew

Hi, my name is Jeanette (@netty.hayes.sews).  I am really happy to be here on the Friday blog sharing my hack of the square neck top pattern.  I love simple and stylish dresses that showcase beauti...

Guest PostSaltwater Slip Dress Hack | Designing your own print & squaring off the neckline by Roisin @giveherpockets

Saltwater Slip Dress Hack | Designing your own print & squaring off the neckline by Roisin @giveherpockets

In this post the talented Roisin from @giveherpockets shares how to create a lino print pattern on fabric by hand and make a beautiful Saltwater Slip dress with square neck hack. Continue reading t...

Guest PostHacked Wilder Gown eyelet dress | By Pauline from @sewuthinkucan

Hacked Wilder Gown eyelet dress | By Pauline from @sewuthinkucan

This Wilder gown hack has been on my mind since last summer but finding the right eyelet fabric in the red/orange shade I wanted was nearly impossible until I realized a few months ago that I could...

Guest PostWilder Top with Lace insert hack - By @SewnbyEle

Wilder Top with Lace insert hack - By @SewnbyEle

Hi, I'm Eleanor or Ele - a sewist, knitter and embroiderer over on @SewnbyEle on Instagram. In this blog post, I’m going to show you some inspiration and ways to make your Wilder Top a little bit d...

Pattern HackPattern Hack Make Inspiration

Pattern Hack Make Inspiration

Hey guys, it's Paige here! The most exciting thing about making your own garments is being able to design your own pieces to make them unique. Friday Patterns are simple enough that they can be eas...

Davenport Dress3 Adaptations of the Davenport Dress by Siri Kate

3 Adaptations of the Davenport Dress by Siri Kate

Hey hey! I am Siri from @siri_kate on Instagram. When I first saw the Davenport dress, I felt drawn to it even though it’s a little outside of my comfort zone. Anytime I start a new pattern, I try ...