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- Draft A Gathered Skirt From One Simple RectangleA gathered skirt is one of the most approachable garments to draft at home. It needs no complicated shaping, princess seams, or specialist pattern pieces: a…
- Pattern review: the Seamwork Paloma blazerThe Seamwork Paloma blazer has the appeal of a polished jacket without demanding the full commitment of a traditional tailored coat. It is a wearable, modern…
- Adding practical pockets to the Love Notions Margot CardiganA cardigan can look beautifully finished without pockets, but adding them often makes the garment far more useful. They give you somewhere to tuck your phone,…
- Sewing A Hem Band Instead Of A Folded HemA folded hem is familiar and dependable, but it is not always the best finish for a handmade garment. A hem band can add structure, contrast, and a little…
- Choosing Performance Knits For Activewear MakesActivewear fabric has to work harder than an ordinary jersey. It needs to stretch with the body, recover after movement, manage moisture, and feel comfortable…
- Shorten Sewing Patterns Without Losing Their ShapeShortening a sewing pattern is one of the most useful fitting adjustments you can make. It can bring a waistline to the right place, reduce excess fabric…
- Jalie Eleonore Leggings Pattern ReviewThe Jalie Eleonore is a pull-on trouser pattern with the close fit and everyday practicality of leggings, while adding enough structure to look like a proper…
- Tips for Sewing a Clean Finish on Lined ArmholesA lined bodice can make a handmade garment feel beautifully finished, but the armholes often require more care than the larger seams. The curves are tight, the…
- Love Notions Gathered Top Styling For Work And WeekendA good handmade top earns its place in a wardrobe when it can move between occasions without looking like the same outfit every time. The Love Notions Gathered…
- DIY Reusable Snack Bags From Waterproof FabricReusable snack bags are a practical way to carry biscuits, fruit, sandwiches, and homemade treats without reaching for disposable plastic every day. They are…
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|---|---|---|---|
| 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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