Detailed patterns and step-by-step instructions for creating garments & accessories
Embroidery done on sheer fabric looks exquisite. But sewing clothes with the same sheer fabric may not always be practical or a suitable look. A way out is to use these sheer fabric pieces as applique on your garment. Most of the sheer embroidery is done on organza, net and tulle. Sheer appliques are embroidered … Read more
Silk is a beautiful fabric, and when it is soft and drapey, it is the perfect fabric for sewing scarves. But not all silk fabric scarves are the same –type of silks used, the patterns and prints on it, its color, and then, most importantly, how the edges are finished – all can be as … Read more
This post is a tutorial to sew a super easy but very effective laptop sleeve, meant to keep the laptop from being dirty, scratched, or wet inside bags and generally safe during everyday use. This laptop sleeve is very simple and fast to make, and I found it very effective in keeping my laptop cozy … Read more
What is a Snood ? Historically a snood is a knitted accessory that confined long hair on the back of the head. Here, the snood is a head-covering accessory that also covers the neck – it is used as a protective covering in winter to protect the head, ears, and neck against the cold. It … Read more
The Japanese knot bag is not the most sophisticated of all bags– but if you want a bag without bothering about fiddling with snaps, zippers etc, this is the right choice for you. The bag fastens on itself with the knot made by looping the handles together. I use it as a lunch bag for … Read more
This post is about covering an old lampshade with pretty fabric and recycling it to be new again. Don’t judge me, please, looking at the state of the shade. But if you do, I wouldn’t blame you. This lampshade which was in storage is one of the catastrophes that I am used to. The shade … Read more