I love Rayon – that is, to see it and wear it. It is soft, lustrous and beautiful. It drapes nicely on the body. But on my home sewing machine, it is, at times, a little frustrating. Missed stitches, frayed seams and difficulty in interfacing are all some of the problems. Rayon is a … Read more
A cap sleeve is a type of very short sleeve that acts like a cap over the top of the arm. This is a very common sleeve on kids frocks and also on tops, dresses and gowns for adults. As a short sleeve, the cap sleeve exposes most of the arm, so it is usually … Read more
Satin is glossy; satin is smooth; satin is drapey. And therein lies all its problems. Sewing with satin may prove to be one of the most frustrating, if you allow it to be. Sewing machine needles Use No 9 or 10 Sharp needles for thin satin; For thicker satin like Duchess satin use No 11 … Read more
How to draft the pattern and sew a queen Anne style high collar neckline.
Beads can amp up the dullest of things. And on old clothes, they can truly transform. You can add beads to the edges of the neckline to change the complete look of it. Here are some very easy ways to make a beaded neckline edge. You can sew beads on all kinds of necklines and … Read more
This is the most simple way to sew the Fold-over-elastic over a fabric edge: Fold the elastic in half along the center crease, and align it under your presser foot so that the inner edge of the foot lines up with the edge of the folded elastic.With the needle down, lift the presser foot and … Read more