Cutting out stretch fabrics: Stretch fabrics with pile, like toweling and velour, should be cut with all the pattern pieces laid in the same direction, otherwise the garment will have a shaded effect, once made up. Take care to follow…
Hello Everyone! My latest project is a denim shorts and a lycra top, which worked perfectly for some of the outings, while on holiday. The photos were taken in the Chatuchak Park, opposite the Chatuchak Weekend Market in Bangkok. I…
Hello Everyone! I never go on holiday without taking at least two shift dresses with. Besides being extremely lightweight, I find it very comfortable to wear in countries with extremely high humidity and high temperatures. I made this dress some…
Our week long holiday in Chiang Mai has just ended. This city was founded in 1296 and is a place rich in culture and history. There is a strong presence of American and European people living and working here. Hubby…
Happy New Year! The festive season is over, so its time to get back into the sewing projects. I will also try to master this camera, to improve my photography. I used Snowy Linen for this shift dress and Taffeta…
Hello Everyone! The end of 2018 is upon us and it was quite a hectic and eventful year for me. I was finally able start my sewing blog, which I really enjoy. Best of all, is the fact that I…
Hello Everyone! I use this zipper application on all my slacks, because its a super easy and quick zipper application. It is also less bulky around the tummy, because there are less seams involved. I always add the fly facing…
Trace your favorite trouser pattern from a commercial pattern, or draft your own pattern. Draw in the hip pockets as illustrated below. Trace the hip panel and pocket lining pattern from the ground pattern. Add 1 cm seam allowance to…
Hello Everyone! My latest project is made from chiffon and I lined it with taffeta lining. I love the way it drapes and the fact the dress is lightweight and cool. The bell sleeves will certainly ensure that I stay…
The separate in-seam pocket is made up of separate garment and pocket pieces, that are joined in the seamline of the garment, to create a pocket. 1. Mark the pocket placing on the garment with tailor's chalk. 2. With right…