I am about to release a new shirt pattern that has a front placket detail so I wanted to do a tutorial on how to insert a placket. I have used white thread intentionally in this tutorial so it is easier to see my stitches. Ordinarily I would match the thread to my fabric so … Read more
There are a lot of tutorials or blog posts like this one on the internet that show you how to put together a PDF print-at-home sewing pattern. Truthfully, this tutorial is not that different from the others. However, being a designer and seller of PDF patterns, I do feel it is necessary to write a … Read more
Self covered cording, sometimes referred to as piping, is used in many different sewing projects for both the home and garments. It is easy to make and adds a nice detail. It is typically made by covering a length of cotton cording with a strip of bias cut fabric. Because of the nature of the bias grain, this allows the fabric to roll … Read more
A blind hem stitch is used a lot in home sewing projects. It is mostly used for side and bottom hems of shades and draperies. The blind hem can also be used to hem a skirt or pair of pants in place of hand stitching. Most sewing machines today have a blind stitch setting. You can choose … Read more
The mock French seam is another easy way to create a clean finish on your seams for light to medium weight fabrics. It encases the raw edge in the same way that a French seam does, but the sewing technique is slightly different. The ‘mock’ french seam finish can be used on curves, unlike the traditional French seam. Step … Read more