In this easy tutorial we are going to show you how to sew a back slit and add a fabric button loop for closure. It is a really simple way to add a little interest to a closed up back of a top or a dress. Materials Fabric of your choice (we are using our…
Sewing Glossary: How To Sew a Button Loop Tutorial
This week’s tutorial is a unique, sophisticated and versatile linen maxi dress that looks and feels great in these last days of summer! It is cut for a silhouette-skimming fit featuring waist darts, a rather deep kimono neckline and a knee-length center front slit that allows for effortless movement. But there is one detail that…
Here’s a top that whispers – pretty! Its ruffles on the front and back and a flattering A-line shape give this sleeveless linen tank feminine charm and a vintage-inspired aesthetic. Apart from its allure, this garment is also really fun to wear, it evokes a kind of sculptural effect for the wearer, try it out!…
This week we’re back with a little tutorial on how to alter your pattern sleeves to create natural looking cuffs. A cuff can add a lot of character to a simple short sleeve and spice up the whole look of a finished garment. However, sewing a cuff doesn’t necessarily mean attaching a folded cuff band….
Marvel at the casual-chic simplicity of this simple tunic dress. Cut from our beautiful turquoise medium-weight linen, it features a straight-cut fit, capped sleeves and large patch pockets that would flatter any body type. This lovely garment will be your wardrobe bestie all summer long – wear it like a short dress or as a…
When the weather heats up, few things will serve you as well as a pure linen top. This one is soft to the skin and naturally breathable, and is made with our beautiful nude linen that has a fine and smooth texture to it. Not only it is fully lined, meaning that you’ll see no…
The heat is here, and that means it’s time to sew another summer dress. What could be better for hot days than a relaxed A-line sleeveless dress made from natural linen? Our gorgeous yarn dyed linen from the Premier Finish collection is not only beautiful visually, it is also very smooth to the touch which makes…
Linen is the perfect summer fabric: it’s comfortable, breathable and with some texture to make even the simplest garment a little bit special. A good example of an easy summer wear that is comfy and feminine is our V-neck kaftan dress. It has a beautiful straight-bodied style that flatters any body type, two side slits…
This comfy summer dress is cut from our beautiful medium weight GINGER Softened linen and features contrasting buttons for a touch of originality and two side pockets for comfort. The fit is relaxed with some extra space around the hips and below-the-knee length. But the coolest thing about this dress is that the front and…
One of the most beautiful and feminine accents that you can add to a sewing project is a ruffle. Ruffles can give a lot of personality to any simple garment: from tops and dresses to home decor and craft projects. Being armed with a basic technique for ruffle making will allow you to dress up…
A baby hem, as its name suggests, is just a tiny narrow rolled hem that is only 1/8” or 1/4” wide. The fabric is double turned to enclose the raw edge within a small fold. This technique is used on sheer or lightweight fabrics to create a neat and delicate finish. A baby hem is…
The summer is officially here and this means that it’s time to sew a new dress! We decided to keep the design simple but embellish the neckline with a woven ribbon to add some color and originality. Our version turned out pretty eclectic: the V-neck has something of a Japanese kimono, whereas the ribbon is…
There are many ways to add original details to your simple garments, and a side slit is one of them! It can really change the feel and mood of any skirt, top or dress and make it more feminine or plainly practical. Even if the pattern you are using doesn’t call for a slit, it…
There is a fascinating’ wave of new businesses flourishing’ within the’ industry catered for and around children and motherhood, from fabulous recipes on how to cook a dinner in 30 minutes, miniature ‘Mama’ pendants and ‘Mother’ sweatshirts to celebrate motherhood, great independent kids fashion brands and of course online shops that sell you everything you want your offspring…
You never know how to carry your pie when going to a party? This lovely handmade pie carrier is the solution! It is fully lined with no visible raw edges and measures approximatively 15”. You can use it for carrying pies, large dinner plates or casseroles. This bag would also make a great DIY gift…
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