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How to Calculate Stitches in Knitting

So you finally mustered the courage to design and stitch a hat. Yay, you! Designing your own knitting projects opens up endless possibilities in your knitting. Figuring out how to... View Content

How to Alter a Pattern for Sleeves That Fit and Flatter

Create a sleeve that fits perfectly with plenty of room for movement by adjusting your pattern piece before you start to cut and sew. Try this bicep adjustment for a... View Content

How to Create a Gorgeous, Pro-Worthy Fashion Portfolio

Photo via Tamara Bellis/Unsplash If you want to be taken seriously as a clothing designer, you need to both show and tell. Whether your goal is to go to fashion... View Content

7 Types of Darts Every Sewist Needs to Know

Darts are an essential part of garment sewing because they allow flat fabric to take on a shape that will fit the body well. Take a look at how different... View Content

Knitting Advice From a Pro: Why Annie Lupton Swears You Shouldn't Sweat Over That First Sweater

No matter how many scarves and cowls you have under your belt, knitting your first sweater can be totally sweat-inducing — especially if the pattern you've chosen is riddled with... View Content

Pattern Drafting Demystified: Sewing Pro Suzy Furrer Says It’s Easier Than You Think

If you’re a home sewist, patternmaking (also called pattern drafting) might feel like a distant set of skills you’re not yet ready to tackle. But it’s actually closer than you... View Content

Ruching Fabric Gives Garments So Much Fullness — Here's How to Do It

Ruching is when fabric is gathered along a seam to provide decoration or fullness. You may have seen it before on sheers (like in the skirt pictured above) or swimsuits,... View Content

The Sloper Is Your Secret Weapon to Making Any Sewing Pattern Fit

Creating your own basic sloper block is really not as hard as it may sound, and it's a wonderful tool to have when striving for that perfect fitting, professional looking,... View Content

2 Easy Methods for Resizing a Sewing Pattern

Have you ever wondered how to change the size of a sewing pattern? Grading a pattern can be scary, but it doesn't have to be. Check out two easy methods... View Content

4 Ways to Adjust Fit Before Cutting Your Sewing Pattern

Do you want to sew a perfectly fitting garment? Here are the 4 key fitting opportunities you must perform before ever touching scissors to fabric. View Content

How to Raise or Lower the Curve on Princess Seams

Princess seams are flattering on most figures, but for them to look right they must be fitted properly to the natural curves of the body. Learn how to raise or... View Content

You Should Adjust Fit While You Sew in These 5 Places

For handmade clothes that fit perfectly, don't just adjust the pattern pieces — you can make changes as you go, too. View Content

How to Transform Any Top Into a V-Neck

Sometimes a sewing pattern is almost perfect, except you'd prefer it was a V-neck. No biggie — with some simple know-how, you can change your pattern and sew the neckline... View Content

Making a Full Bust Adjustment on Princess Seams Is Easier Than It Seems

A full bust adjustment sounds like a tedious technique, but believe me, it's very easy to do and can save you a lot of fitting problems! With this step-by-step photo... View Content

7 Easy Tips for Drafting Your Own Sewing Patterns

Are you dreaming of a pattern you can't find anywhere? Why not draft your own? It's easier than you think. Here are eight tips to get your started. View Content

The Moulage Technique Is the Best Way to Understand Your Personal Fit

Create the ultimate fit! Learn the couturier secrets behind high-quality fit with tips & tricks for mastering the moulage sewing technique. View Content

How Ease Helps You Nail the Fit of Every Garment

Ease. It's a term every garment sewer must know and understand — for finding the right pattern size and for making pattern adjustments. Learn everything you need to know about... View Content

3 Curved Rulers You Should Use When Sewing Garments

Real bodies have curves — both big a small! Be prepped for the twists and turns of any type of garment alteration with this guide to using curved rulers. View Content

Here's How to Add a Gorgeous Cowl Neckline to Any Pattern

Cowl necklines are both feminine and flattering to many different body styles, and are relatively easy element to add to an existing pattern for a simple top. If you already... View Content

Sew a Cute Leotard That'll Turn Anyone Into a Dance Star

Whether it's for ballet, gymnastics, dress-up or something else, make your little one a custom-fit and custom-designed leotard. View Content

Plus-Size Pattern Fitting Is All About Making Vertical Adjustments

With any plus-size pattern, you need to measure up and down, not just around. Here's how to add length to accentuate your beautiful curves! View Content

How to Create Your Own Crochet Pattern

Did you know you can learn to design your own patterns in four steps? Find out more from one of our favorite crochet designers. View Content

Sweet Dreams: How to Make a Custom Nightgown

Adapt a simple dress pattern into a comfortable, pretty nightgown. View Content

Learn to Read Any Sewing Pattern!

Ready to expand your sewing potential and try sewing a garment? Before you start picking out fabric and break out your sewing machine, you need to learn how to decipher... View Content