Hey there! I whipped up a pair of the Lisa sweatpants yesterday (View B) and wanted to take a moment to share some info about these pants! I’ve gotten a couple of questions about the difference in side seam of the front and back pieces of view B. Rest assured the pattern is correct! What…
Sewing Tutorials
How to Alter Pants Tutorial – Fix A Saggy Crotch
The thought of learning how to alter pants can feel overwhelming and daunting. Pants can be the most involved piece of garment to alter just because our bodies vary so much and it can take multiple points to get the right fit. I can assure you, with a little practice, you can even find yourself…
DIY Button Front Ruffle Dress Pattern Hack Sew Along
Ya’ll it’s a pattern hack! I’ve been sitting on this pattern hack for a few weeks just because it’s so much footage to film and edit, but it’s here! It’s essentially a FULL workshop where I show you how to hack my Naomi View A dress and make it into this cutie patootie here! Click…
How To Grade a Pattern To Your Size
Tutorial: How To Grade A Sewing Pattern Smaller or Larger This past weekend, I made something for my daughter using a pattern that was too large for her. I had to grade the pattern pieces that I used down a couple of sizes to fit her. So, the great news is that I made a…
New Class: How To Make A Knit Body Block
I’m so excited to show you how to make a knit body block today! I’ve already begun making pieces from my block that I’ll be sharing with you next week. I can remember being super intimidated at the thought of slopers, but I was excited about expanding my sewing skills by self drafting more pieces…
DIY Tutorial: Stretch Pencil Skirt + Flat Elastic Waistband
Well hey! Today, I’m bringing you a tutorial for a chic and simple stretch pencil skirt! The stretch pencil skirt brings a funny memory to me as it was my very first project when I started sewing. Let’s just say it ended up being an entire mess! So, I’m happy to create a tutorial for…
DIY Modest Janelle Skirt
DIY Skirt: Janelle Pattern | Fabric: Golden D’Or Fabrics *Trifling Disclaimer* I made this post MONTHS ago when it was still hot out and never posted it because the tutorial video got corrupted and I never got around to re-filming it. Life!*I wanted to wear the Janelle skirt to the office, but that thigh-high split…
Sewing Practice Sheet
Click here to download this free Sewing A Straight Line Practice Sheet. Print as many copies as you’d like and get ‘ta sewing!Remember: ~ Take your time and go slowly. Find your comfort zone. ~ Guide, don’t push your paper. ~ Watch the seam guide, not your needle.
How to Sew A Head Wrap Tutorial
Fabric: Ankara & Lace | Tutorial: Here How to Sew A Head Wrap Hey there! Since I’ve cut my hair short, I’ve been really into wearing head wraps. They are a very stylish and super easy way to add some flair to my outfit (or cover my hair when I’m having a bad hair day)!…
DIY Date Night // Sexy Sweater + Box Pleat Skirt
DIY Top // Vogue 9111 (original post) // Sweater knit fabric (similar) DIY Skirt // Tutorial // Fabric Bag // Love, Cortnie Shoes // DSW (old) Hey! I’m so glad to be back to sewing for myself! I needed a quick win for date night and whipped up a box pleat skirt with pockets from…
