How to Make Jean Skirts

If you are like me and have growing girls at home, there is probably a space in your wardrobe for those ” flood jeans ” stacks ( referring to too short clothes or the way we put up our clothes if there is a flood). These jeans fit all right on the waist and hips, … Read more

Easy Culottes (aka Divided Skirt) – Free Sewing Pattern

The divided skirt – the name itself doesnot give any doubt as to what it is – a flared skirt which is divided, making it one part skirt and one part trousers. It was the attire of choice of those equestrian Englishwomen of old times who wanted to ride astride without looking mannish in a … Read more

Make an Umbrella Dress – Free sewing pattern & Tutorial

Umbrella Dress – A flared dress with the skirt portion resembling an umbrella. If you do not get it, just try twirling in it, and you will see the umbrella. Well, almost. Suffice it to say that the flare is quite full and attractive. You need a 60 inch  wide cloth to make it ( or … Read more