Invisible zippers are sewn into a seam very closely to the zipper teeth, so that when the zipper is closed, it just looks like an ordinary seam – like no……
Category: It’s sew Kirsten!
Kirsten Schaefer shows us her magic tips and tricks when it comes to pattern adjustments and sewing.
Sewing an Exposed Zipper into a Seam
Most patterns with zippers provide instructions for installing zippers in a way that hides the zipper teeth (such as a lapped or invisible zipper – tutorials on those coming soon!).……
Diamonds are a Sewist’s Best Friend
The best part about making your own clothes is having the ability to customize an existing pattern to your own style and fit preferences. Personally, I like a slightly flared……
Forward Head/Shoulder Adjustment
Have you ever made a garment and found that the neckline sits just a bit too high for comfort? Perhaps the back also dips a bit below where the neckline……
Full Bust Adjustment Part 2 – Bodice with Darts
If you read the previous post on full bust adjustments (FBA) for dartless bodices (like the Cuff Top), you may have wondered how to make an FBA for a bodice……
Full Bust Adjustment Part 1 – Dartless Bodice
When making garments for someone with a larger bust – whether yourself or someone else – you may want to consider a full bust adjustment (FBA) to achieve a perfect……
How to Make Your Own Bias Binding Tape
Recently I started getting into using bias binding on my seams. This is a great way to add some creativity to the inside of your garments (and feels very luxurious……
These are a Few of my Favourite Seams: Serging, French Seams and Bias Binding
Seams! You may be asking yourself, what’s the big deal? After all, they are on the inside of your clothes and nobody will (usually) see them. But they have a……
Multi Sleeve Midi Dress Seat Width Adjustment
Easy pattern change to increase the seat width: Draw a line about 20 cm below the waist.Draw a vertical line in the middle of the pattern piece.Cut apart along the……