A Snap fastener consists of two parts – a socket side with a hole in the middle and a projecting side (with the ball) which fits into the socket as you join them together. They are attached to both sides of the opening and fastened by pressing them together, joining the two halves. How to … Read more
Bishop Sleeve is a long sleeve, gathered at the hem to a fitting plain cuff band or an elastic cuff. The sleeve is quite fitted at the armhole but gradually widens as it reaches the hem, where the fullness is contained with the cuff. A bishop sleeve can be slightly full or It can be … Read more
When you want a hole in your fabric and you want the edges of the hole to be finished neatly, there is nothing like attaching metal grommets on the hole. Grommets or eyelets as they are also called, reinforces and strengthens the hole and protects the edges and gives it an attractive look. These holes … Read more
Bell sleeves refers to a long sleeve that flares from the elbow to the wrist. It is a very flattering and feminine sleeve style that has seen a comeback in the recent times. You can call it a part of the experimental exaggerated sleeve movement that has taken over the fashion trends. Today a number … Read more
Lapped zippers are the most popular of all zipper applications on garments. I think the reason is that in a lapped zipper you have a small (false) covering over the zip – so “no exposed zipper teeth”; the zipper opening is concealed very well from all and sundry – the best type of zipper application … Read more
What is is so special about a sweet heart neckline that most brides refuse to think beyond it for the most special dress of their lives – the wedding day gown? The distinctive feature of this neckline is the shape of the top part of a stylized heart it sports. It combines the features of … Read more