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…
Hello Everyone! I drafted a fairly simple pattern with a Peplum. The blouse is made from Viscose fabric, which is perfect for hot summer days. I also elasticised the waistline, which ensured a perfect, comfortable fit. I used Bull Denim…
There are two ways to construct a pocket flap. One is to cut the pocket facing longer than normal. This longer facing is then turned to the right side, to form the flap. The second method is to attach a…
Hello Everyone! Summer is here with a bang, so my fabric of choice this summer, will definitely be lots of Viscose, Linens, Chiffons and cotton blends. I used Viscose for this dress and Thai Silk for the waist panel. The…
Patch pockets can be lined or unlined. It can be square, rectangle or curved. They can be decorated with top stitching, lace or braid trims. Lining gives patch pockets a very neat finish, especially when it is used on ladies…