Hello Everyone! Centered zippers can be used in various garments and need not look unsightly, if its sewed in correctly. First measure the length of the zipper. Prepare the seam where the zipper will be placed, by marking the length…
Hello Everyone! There are a few ways of sewing a shirt sleeve placket, but I prefer to use this method. Working with two separate pieces, called the underlap and overlap, is much easier then working with a one-piece placket. It…
Hello Everyone! Nothing beats the aroma of freshly baked bread or rolls. This is one of my favorite recipes for super soft and light rolls, that is perfect with any meal. Ingredients: 3 TBS butter, margarine or oil 3 TBS…
Mark a opening on the wrong side of the sleeve, about 7,5cm (3 inches) from the back side seam. Reinforce the stitching line of the opening. Use a short stitch at the point and reverse stitch to strengthen the point.…
Hello Everyone! In January 2018 hubby and I took another trip to Bangkok to explore more areas of this beautiful part of Thailand. Bangkok dates back to the early 15th century and was then under the rule of Ayutthaya. Now…
Hello Everyone! Butternut soup has endless variations and I love to experiment with food and baking. I make this soup regularly during the cold winter months and freeze some of it as well. Ingredients: 4 TBS olive oil 2 onions,…
Hello Everyone! The winter weather is slowly creeping up on us and I am thrilled that my jacket is finished and ready for the cold months ahead. This is one jacket that will be hanging in my closet for quite…
Hello Everyone!!! I made this dress for a graduation dinner party, from a pattern I use quite often when I am pressed for time. I just added sleeves and a different neckline. Velvet tend to add quite a few centimeters,…
Hello Everyone!!! Sewing with mesh and other sheer fabrics can be a nightmare, but easy if you follow the techniques at the bottom of the page. I made this top for easy wear, taking me from day to night. It…
In order to press garments successfully, you need these basic items: A steam iron of high quality. Pressing cloths, like a piece of calico, which holds moisture and is best for pressing medium to heavyweight fabrics. Muslin is semi-transparent and…