Category: Sewing Tips and Advice
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5 Things to Consider When Choosing Fabric
It took me a while to realise that not all fabric is equal, and through a lot of trial and error (and I mean A LOT of error), I discovered just how important it is to choose the right material for your sewing project. Here’s a few important considerations I’d like to share with you […]
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What is the difference between single and double fold bias tape?
Have you ever read a sewing tutorial and felt confused over the type of bias binding needed? I have! Really, there are several different types of bias tape; the thing they have in common is that they are cut on the bias, so have a slight stretch, and are therefore ideal for finishing raw edges. […]
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What is interlining, and why do I need to use it in my sewing?
We’ve all done it; fallen in love with that beautiful fabric because of its colour or print, but then when we come to use it in our dressmaking, disaster! It curls up as you try to sew with it, or is too bulky, or creases the minute you touch it. And your finished outfit has […]
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How to reduce bulk when sewing corners
One of the many tips I learnt from the wonderful Michelle Pye of The English Couture Company was how to trim my corners properly. Read on if you too would like to know the best way to do this so that you reduce bulk in your sewing; this post was written when I was making […]
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How to shorten a flared skirt: gathering method
Like many things I write about on my blog, trying to tackle a curved hem when I first started dressmaking left me feeling frustrated and defeated. The hem would always pucker, and I’d never be able to avoid tucks and kinks no matter how hard I tried to keep it neat. But I have since […]