Detailed patterns and step-by-step instructions for creating garments & accessories
Zippered pouches are always in demand. They’re cute, practical, and everyone can use one. Even better? They’re incredibly easy to sew. A handmade gift that’s quick, useful, and guaranteed to make someone smile. Win-win. I have 2 tutorials here; One is a boxy one with a flat bottom and the other is a flat one. … Read more
While all the other types of bags are more than alright for other purposes, for shopping you need a different kind of bag – one which is sturdy but lightweight enough to tuck into the other bags you carry, to be taken out when you want it ; one which will stand on its own … Read more
When the big tanker truck came and hit my car on a highway I was more concerned about the fact that we (me and my daughter) were alive. My heartbeats raced like it was going into a palpitation fit and I ignored the small tinkling I felt on my neck. But two days later the same … Read more
If you have a girl child, you would have spend a lot of time like me speculating and selecting proper dresses for her. If you have more than one, you have your work cut out for you. Special occasion dresses, dresses for casual outings, loungewear to wear inside the house, School uniform dresses for schools, … Read more
Simple is the new smart. If that is true this simple skirt I am making is the best thing since the sewing machine was invented. Because you do not need a pattern to sew it. How smart is that! You simply cut a rectangular piece of fabric and thread elastic through a simple casing you … Read more
Step 1. Cut out the fabric pieces for the pleated skirt To make this skirt You need 2 pieces of fabric for the yoke: lining piece for the front yoke piece; 1 back yoke; 2 fabric pieces for the pleated skirt portion and zipper and a piece of 1″ or 3/4 inch elastic Cut out … Read more