A midi skirt is one of the most adaptable garments to add to a handmade wardrobe. Its length works across seasons, its shape can be dressed up or down, and an…
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A Comfortable Midi Skirt With an Elastic Waistband
How to Make a Fabric Headband with Zero Waste
A fabric headband is a small sewing project with a surprisingly useful purpose: it transforms fabric remnants into something practical, attractive, and easy to…
Knitting a Chunky Beanie with a Pom Pom
A chunky beanie is one of the most satisfying handmade accessories to knit. The thick yarn works quickly, the simple shape is easy to adapt, and a fluffy pom…
My Five Inspirational Sources for DIY Fashion
DIY fashion begins long before fabric reaches the cutting table. A color combination spotted in a shop window, an old photograph, or an unexpectedly beautiful…
How To Sew A Perfect Invisible Zipper
An invisible zipper can give a handmade garment the polished finish of a ready-to-wear piece. When it is installed well, the teeth disappear into the seam and…
Choosing the Right Needle for Your Sewing Machine
A sewing machine needle is a small tool, but it has a major effect on every handmade garment. The correct needle helps the thread pass cleanly through the…
A Simple Drawstring Pouch in Ten Minutes
A small drawstring pouch is one of the quickest sewing projects to make when you want something useful, attractive, and satisfying without committing to a full…
How To Shorten A Hem Without Cutting The Fabric
A garment can look too long for many reasons: the proportions may feel off, the fabric may hang differently after washing, or the finished hem may simply sit…
Why I Love Linen: Sewing Tips for This Natural Fiber
Linen has a quiet beauty that becomes more appealing with every wear. It feels cool in warm weather, softens as it ages, and carries the small signs of…
Make A Handmade Gift Bag From Fabric Scraps
A small fabric gift bag is one of the most satisfying ways to use remnants that are too precious to discard and too small for a full garment. A handful of…