How to make a circle skirt
In this post I show you how to make a circle skirt, make a skirt that it fits your waist perfectly but gets a lot of volume on the hem
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Sewing Tutorials
Improve your sewing skills and learn how to create amazing garments. Step by step garment construction notes, instructions to draft your own patterns or sewing techniques to achieve a perfect finish. A great start for beginners and advanced dressmakers.
How to make jeans pattern
Well, I know the other trousers are pretty boring so I thought you would like something a bit cooler. Bueno, se que los otros pantalones eran un poco aburridos así que pensé que os gustaría algo un poco más a la moda
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How to make basic trousers pattern
Today I bring you one of the most dreaded patterns… the trousers… I translated it from one of the many books about patterning that I have, unfortunately this one is out of print T^T but I will get you the best parts! Hoy os traigo uno de los patrones más temidos… los pantalones… Lo he
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How to sew trousers
This is how you sew trousers in the correct order. It is easy, you just need to follow these basic steps in the correct order
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How to fake a perfect bow
Luckily there is a way to make perfect ribbons. They won’t move and you don’t need to redo them all the time if you follow these easy steps.
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How to insert godets
First you need to know what this is, a godet is basically a piece of fabric with a triangular shape (actually a sector of a circle) you insert it in your garment to add flare and volume. You usually find it on skirts or dresses.Lo primero que necesitáis saber es qué es un godet,
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How to take body measurements
Taking accurate body measurements is crucial to achieve a perfect fit. You may need to take them several times in your life. You will need them to make your own garments or just to check your size. You will need them if you want to draft a female pattern. Today I want to show you
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How to make a pleated skirt
It is very easy to make a pleated skirt. You only need a long enough piece of fabric and an iron to set the folds in place.
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How to make a clover leaf knot
You can make a clover leaf knot very easily. It is one of the main decorations in Chinese dresses and it is a lovely detail to add to your garments.
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How to organize your fabric
Your collection of fabrics has grown so much that you don’t know what to do with it. Start organizing those fabrics before they get out of control
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