Overlockers make it incredibly easy to create professional-looking edge finishes. However, re-threading or changing the threads can be a...

Pressing is one of those often-overlooked steps in sewing, but trust me—it’s worth it. Sure, it might feel like an extra hassle at the...

Here is a list of some of the tools I would recommend to get you started in drafting your own patterns, or altering an existing one. This...

In this guide, I’ll share five key considerations to help you feel more confident about picking the perfect fabric for your next project....

Unpicking stitches is an inevitable part of sewing. Sure it's not fun, but knowing how to do it correctly can save you time and protect...

Sure it isn't the most exciting thing to do, and it may be tempting to skip when all you want to do is dive straight into your new...

New to sewing or pattern making and feeling a bit overwhelmed by all the terminology? From draping to selvedges, this mini glossary has...

Picking the right needle can improve stitch quality, make for a better sewing experience, and even keep your machine running smoother for...

These markings are guides that help you navigate the sewing process, ensuring that you cut, align, and assemble your fabric pieces...

A handy guide for ensuring accurate body measurements that will help achieve the perfect fit. This article is a paid-for post , and  I...

The grain line plays a pretty key role in garment construction with the potential to influence the fit, appearance, and stability of...

Darts are a common and straightforward technique in garment construction that help shape a garment. Whether it's a single straight,...

With a little tool called a bias tape maker, making your own bias binding becomes super easy. Bias binding is essentially a strip of...

Finishing a seam edge becomes essential to completing a garment. But how do you know which seam finish is best for the fabric or garment?...

A toile is essentially a test garment that is used to check sizing, fit, and proportion. There are typically two different types of...

Whether you are finishing off a project or needing to re-attach a button that has fallen off, the act of hand sewing a button is a great...

A fun, and super useful technique that is well worth mastering. First things first. Why gather? Gathers essentially create fullness by...

Understanding a sewing pattern envelope will go a long way in ensuring you buy the right pattern, but also all the required materials and...