There are many types of plackets used to reinforce slits in clothing. In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to sew a slit placket that creates a strong base for buttons and buttonholes. It can be added to an existing garment by cutting an opening and stitching the placket in place. It reinforces the opening, … Read more
This is a very easy-to-sew expandable pocket that opens up to hold more things than it appears to from the front. Though it appears flat from the front, its neat folding technique allows it to expand when filled, creating extra storage space. Step 1: Cut out the pocket piece Cut out a pocket piece of … Read more
Most of the time, it takes someone in front of you to notice and alert you about the bra strap creeping from under the shoulder of your dress. If it is a date or a business meeting, you may or maynot get the hint from the many embarrassed looks that signal that it is out … Read more
On some fabrics, you would rather not sew much, not even fasteners – like leather, thick faux leather, other coated materials. But what do you do when you have to have a fastener? A metal prong snaps is your friend here – No sewing required at all. The prongs on the fastener attaches to the … Read more
Rivets are godsends for those with delicate sewing machines; and also for those with a patience-fuse when there are skipped stitches when sewing thick fabrics; and also for those who love some cool hardware and want to reinforce stitches at the same time – the kind that gives that extra coolness to jeans. Knowing how … Read more
Slits or Vents are openings in fabric ; they are clean-finished using techniques such as facings, bindings, hems, or overlapping vent constructions. Slits can be added to necklines, sleeve hems, side seams, skirt backs, and the lower edges of tops and dresses. Sewing tutorial for Vents/slits. Checkout this video where I demonstrate how to sew … Read more