Hello, everyone! I used Crinkle Chiffon for this dress, which is lightweight and super soft against the skin. I drafted a circular skirt pattern and finished the hem off with a rolled hem. The gentle sea breeze provided some relief from the 40-plus-degree outside temperature. Rolled Hemming With Three-Thread Overlocking This is a very decorative …
Hello, everyone! The countdown for my trip to Thailand has begun, and I am extremely excited. We will be leaving next week, so look out for posts on travel as we further explore some parts of Thailand. My project for this week is made from lightweight suiting. This fabric has been a firm favourite for …
Hello, everyone! A blouse with a necktie is just one of those classic styles that are chic, feminine, and very versatile. You can let the tie hang loose or make a lovely bow and wear it with whatever you like. I used satin for this project and the same pattern that I drafted for the …
Hello, everyone! I used Teijen Linen for my latest project. It is highly breathable and absorbent, which makes it perfect for hot and humid climates. I just love some bling now and then, and I immediately thought of these gold metal buttons I bought a few years ago. It certainly does add a touch of …
Hello, everyone! It was love at first sight when I saw this silk-chiffon fabric. The texture is simply amazing, and the dress is as light as a feather, which makes it perfect for my upcoming holidays. Snake print can be classified as a neutral color since the colour palette is usually a mixture of greys …
Hello, everyone! The festive season is upon us, and it’s time to do some Christmas decorating. It is also the time of year when we get family and friends visiting from near and far. With that come endless dinner parties, formal or informal. I decided on this black and blue taffeta dress as a start. …
My first edition pattern drafting book has finally been published. Read all about the first and second editions of this book below. The journey of creating my pattern drafting book began back in 2009. At the time, I was exploring different approaches to drafting the basic bodice block—methods that were quite different from what …
Hello, everyone! With the summer heat now fast approaching, it is time to sew up a few cool summer dresses. I made this dress as a sample and used a soft-flowing polyester that is fast-drying and needs very little ironing. The pattern I drafted is for a size 10 (32-inch bust). The dress is super …
Hello, everyone! Even though I am not personally a lover of skirts, I do find them to be very versatile. By changing the top and shoes, you can completely change your look. I used a soft crepe for this skirt. Cutting any asymmetrical garment requires the full pattern to be placed on the right side …
Hello, everyone! A button-up dress is another dress style I love. I used lightweight denim for this one, and it is very comfortable and cool. The black buttons certainly give it a bit of structure. I decided to make a belt to complete the look. The fabric for the belt was interfaced since the fabric …