sewing tips and tricks


3 Simple Tips for Spotting AI Patterns Online

As more companies and makers begin incorporating AI (artificial intelligence) elements into their selling experience, it can be difficult to sort out a genuine product or pattern from an “AI-enhanced” image. How can you tell what a real product being sold is versus an image that’s been created using AI? With the holiday season underway ... Read More

Pattern Weights 101: Learn How to Sew Your Own Pattern Weights

A pattern weight is an alternative to pinning a pattern piece to fabric, especially ideal for delicate or slippery fabrics which may be misshapen by the pins. Some people think rotary cutters are only for quilting, but they work just as well on curves and clothing patterns! Pattern weights can also hold fabric in place ... Read More

4 Tips for Searching for Vintage Sewing Patterns

There’s something so magical about holding a vintage sewing pattern in your hands. I’ve always found the beautiful illustrations on the front of vintage sewing patterns to be incredibly delightful and charming, and knowing that these patterns are most likely pre-used and pre-loved makes me feel like I’m holding a piece of the past in ... Read More

7 of Our Favorite Fashion Documentaries

When the weather is scorching and it’s too hot to sew, let alone be outside without melting like a popsicle, one of my favorite things to do is to go into full lounge mode and put on a fun fashion documentary. Whether focusing on the editorial process of putting together an issue of Vogue or ... Read More