Sewing with stretch fabrics can be a little intimidating, especially if you’re used to working with non-stretchy materials like cotton or linen. But with a few tips and tricks, you can successfully sew stretch fabrics and create comfortable, stylish garments that will look great and feel great to wear. Here are some of my favorite…
The following video shows how to sew and finish a keyhole detail with double fold bias binding. Videos collected from Tik tok. I do not own the videos and only post for reference purpose. All credits go to the original owner/creator.
I have been using this method to sew elastic waistband for many projects. I have seen this in many mass produced garments and must admit it is the quickest and easiest way to sew elastic waistband. It is not only easy but also a great way to keep the elastic from being twisted when you…
DOWNLOAD LINK AT THE END OF THE POST I came across this lovely design when surfing Pinterest. It belongs to one of Ron Herman’s collections – I am not sure which one because I visited the brand’s website and found no information about it. The only thing I know is that it must be expensive…
DOWNLOAD LINK AT THE END OF THE POST I have been asked to make more patterns for children, especially from moms who are new to sewing. And of course I am happy to fulfill the requests. Let’s start with the unisex kid’s basic elastic waist shorts. I have made these shorts in dozens every year…
DOWNLOAD LINK AT THE END OF THE POST It’s been almost a month and I have been asked if this blog is abandoned – No! Absolutely not! I have been quite a bit busy with my little business. And today I am sharing my new design – the Jacqui asymmetrical detail skirt! Let’s take a…
DOWNLOAD LINK AT THE END OF THE POST This lovely darling is a simple design for the coming spring – so sorry for being too excited for the sun! I am so fed up with the rain and snow now! I named this dress Karen, after a friend of mine who loves sewing simple things…
I realized that many readers of my blog are totally new to sewing – some even told me that they only started sewing in May or June when the pandemic forced every one to stay at home. I love how the hobby of home sewing becomes more and more popular. I was also one who…
As promised with you in the last post, I am presenting the easier version of the Laurel palazzo pants – the Rachel elastic waist culottes! I guess you are as excited as I was when I first making my own pair of pants. I opted for a simple design with elastic waist and a loose…
Hi there, I have received a huge number of emails and comments about my most popular fitted face mask pattern, and I am so happy to know that I have helped people in need. I was able to make new friends who used my pattern to make masks and to share, and I would like…