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- Love Notions Ravenna Tee sleeve modification ideasA well-loved tee rarely stays exactly as it was first sewn. Once the fit of the Love Notions Ravenna Tee is familiar, the sleeves become an inviting place to…
- Fabric Spotlight: Tencel Twill for Pants and DressesTencel twill is one of those fabrics that earns a regular place in a handmade wardrobe. It has the polished appearance of a woven cloth, the fluid movement…
- How to Sew a Bound Neckline with Bias TapeA bound neckline is a neat, versatile finish that gives a handmade garment a clean edge without adding a separate facing. It works beautifully on woven tops,…
- Pattern Review: The Itch To Stitch Costa Blanca TopThe Itch to Stitch Costa Blanca Top is the kind of project that earns its place in a handmade wardrobe through repeat wear. It has a relaxed, everyday…
- Make a sturdy drawstring backpack from home decor fabricA drawstring backpack is a useful first bag-making project, especially when you want something practical without committing to a complicated pattern. With two…
- Choosing the right interfacing for collarsA collar can transform the character of a garment. It may look crisp and tailored, soft and relaxed, or sculptural enough to become the main feature of a…
- Love Notions lace trim top with elegant lace panelsA simple knit top can become a carefully considered handmade favourite with the addition of lace. The Love Notions Lace Trim Top offers a useful starting point…
- George And Ginger Tricot Top Pattern ReviewThe George and Ginger Tricot Top caught my eye as a practical pattern for fitted, sporty separates. It has the kind of streamlined shape that works for…
- Sewing With Velvet: Cutting And Pressing Without CrushingVelvet brings instant depth to a handmade garment. Its soft shine, plush surface and dramatic drape can make a simple top, skirt or jacket feel wonderfully…
- How to Use a Twin Needle on Knits for a Professional FinishA twin needle is one of the simplest ways to give handmade jersey garments a polished, ready-to-wear finish. It creates two neat rows of straight stitching on…
Popular Pattern Reviews
| Pattern | Designer | Type | Highlight |
|---|---|---|---|
| Compose Robe (Kids) | Love Notions | Robe / Loungewear | Sizes 2T–16, cosy & practical |
| Tempo Sundress | Love Notions | Sundress | No closures, shirred back panel |
| Arlington Sweater | Love Notions | Sweater | Cold-weather staple |
| Sybil Illusion Skirt | Love Notions | Skirt (knit) | 7 variations, optional pockets |
| Camden Pinafore | Nina Lee Patterns | Pinafore dress | Year-round layering piece |
| Ogden Cami (dress hack) | True Bias | Cami / Dress | Versatile wardrobe builder |
| Burda 6829 | Burda | Dress | Multi-sized, special-occasion |
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