Detailed patterns and step-by-step instructions for creating garments & accessories
This is a pattern for a long sleeved collared Kurti top. If you are looking for a Kurta which is longer and/ or more fitting around the waist checkout the Salwar kameez tutorial. Step 1 Cut out the front and back bodices as per the pattern. All dimensions are same for the back and front … Read more
I miss sewing clothes for kids – not that I do not sew for my kids anymore – but they are not little anymore and a lot more opinionated about what they wear now than earlier. As a result, I do not do it at the frequency that I used to. Those days when they … Read more
Measurements Needed to stitch a vest with a princess seam:Bust RoundBust Span (Distance between apex points, usually 7″-8″)Apex Height (Shoulder to bust point)Waist Length (Shoulder to natural waist) The Front Block OF THE VEST Draft on a large sheet of paper. All horizontal measurements start from the Center Front (CF) line. The Frame:A-B (Length): 22″ … Read more
This is a pattern to make an easy DIY bean bag which can be customisable to the size you want.You can fill it with polystyrene beads and you have a comfy seat to relax on. Why should you make a bean bag when you can easily buy one ?. This is the question that my … Read more
Sashes can be of two types. The first one is a sash that we wear around the waist with dresses. The other is worn across the body from one shoulder to the other hip, like a ceremonial sash. This tutorial is about different ways to make the first type of sash. The type of sash … Read more
When you buy an ironing board it comes with a beautiful cover. Then the inevitable happens. Age catches up with it. The hot iron helps a lot. In a short time, you have a cover which you wouldn’t want on an enemy’s house. I know from experience – the scorched yellow stains from overzealous ironing … Read more