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Cropped Un-Lined Heather Blazer Sewing Hack
Heather Blazer

Cropped Un-Lined Heather Blazer Sewing Hack

Fancy making a Heather Blazer but want to crop the length to sit at your waist, or are you looking to make an un-lined version? In this blog post we are showing how to hack the Heather Blazer sewin...

Donny ShirtHow to Grade Between Pattern Sizes

How to Grade Between Pattern Sizes

Sewing garments to reflect your unique style can be really rewarding, however, finding a sewing pattern that will fit your exact body measurements is rare. Sometimes you will find that your measure...

Heather BlazerWedding Guest Sewing Pattern Suggestions

Wedding Guest Sewing Pattern Suggestions

Are you attending a wedding soon and want to stand out with a unique and handmade garment? Why not consider sewing your own wedding guest outfit? By sewing your outfit, you can customize it to suit...

EducationMaking Double-Fold Bias Tape

Making Double-Fold Bias Tape

Double fold bias tape is a versatile sewing notion that can be used to finish raw edges, create bound edges on quilted projects, and add decorative accents. While it may seem intimidating, making d...

Davenport DressDonny Shirt X Davenport Dress Sewing Hack

Donny Shirt X Davenport Dress Sewing Hack

Welcome back to the Friday blog! Since launching the Donny Shirt, we have had a flurry of messages asking for some sewing hacks to turn it into a dress! Good news is it's super easy to achieve and ...

Donny ShirtIntroducing the Donny Shirt

Introducing the Donny Shirt

Introducing the new pattern; The Donny Shirt! The Donny Shirt is a boxy pull-on top that is designed to be a workhorse in your wardrobe. It is a dartless top with a lapel collar and patch pocket. T...

Avenir Jumpsuit3 Simple Hacks for the Avenir Jumpsuit

3 Simple Hacks for the Avenir Jumpsuit

Pauline @sewuthinkucan here, fresh off the #SewAJumpsuitChallenge I co-hosted last month with FPC as one of the sponsors. I am delighted to show you not just one, but three easy hacks for the Aveni...

Education3 Easy Sewing Methods to sew Darts & sewing tips

3 Easy Sewing Methods to sew Darts & sewing tips

Sewing darts is a method you will come across frequently as a garment sewist. If you're new to sewing then sewing darts can seam daunting, but there are some really simple methods to help make your...

Ilford JacketIlford Jacket Vest Hack

Ilford Jacket Vest Hack

Paige recently made a really cute Cambria Duster vest and I almost copied her (I have that same fabric in a different color haha). I decided an Ilford Jacket vest hack would be really fun as well. ...

Guest PostReversible Ilford Jacket Vest Sewing Hack by Mallory @Queer.Sewist

Reversible Ilford Jacket Vest Sewing Hack by Mallory @Queer.Sewist

Hi!  I’m Mallory, @queer.sewist on instagram.  I started sewing because I wanted to create bright, fun, quirky, queer clothes that fit me.  In this blog post I’ll be sharing with you how to create ...

Elysian BodysuitElysian Bodysuit Easy Top Hack

Elysian Bodysuit Easy Top Hack

Hey friends, welcome back to the blog. In this post, we're sharing the easiest 'hack' ever.. and by hack we mean very simple modification to turn the Elysian Bodysuit into a top. We know bodysuits ...

Cambria DusterCambria Duster Easy Vest Hack

Cambria Duster Easy Vest Hack

If you're looking for a versatile and fun garment to add to your wardrobe this spring, the Cambria Duster created as a vest is a great option for layering. In this blog post, I show you how easy it...

Avenir JumpsuitAvenir Puff Sleeve & Scallop Hem Top Hack

Avenir Puff Sleeve & Scallop Hem Top Hack

The Avenir Jumpsuit is a great base pattern that lends itself to lots of potential hacks and because of the separate top pattern pieces this sewing hack is super straight forward. In this blog post...

Avenir JumpsuitAvenir Jumpsuit Dress Hack w/ Neckline Flounce

Avenir Jumpsuit Dress Hack w/ Neckline Flounce

The Avenir Jumpsuit can be easily hacked into a dress and I have several I want to make for spring and summer! For this dress I added a neckline flounce, ruffled sleeve hem, and a skirt with a gath...

Avenir JumpsuitIntroducing the Avenir Jumpsuit

Introducing the Avenir Jumpsuit

The Avenir Jumpsuit is an easy to sew jumpsuit with billowy sleeves and wide legs. It’s almost as comfortable as pajamas but still stylin’ enough to wear to dinner with friends! Elastic gathers the...