Avery Maternity Leggings Hack May 24, 2022Helen Wilkinson Hello! Today we're very excited to welcome Anya of @anna.zoe.sewing on the blog to show us how to sew the Avery Leggings for maternity wear! Anya is a talented sewist,...
Alternative Yanta Back Construction April 19, 2022Helen Wilkinson The Y-shaped back of the Yanta Overalls can be tricky to sew, but the good news is that there is more than one way to do it! One thing I...
How to Line the York Pinafore April 05, 2022Helen Wilkinson Have you ever thought of lining your York Pinafore? Adding a slippery lining can make a garment more comfortable and prolong its life. Although it might seem intimidating, in this...
Embroidered March Top March 09, 2022Helen Wilkinson I’ve got a pretty special project to share with you today, one that has been a long time in the making! I began work on this top after we launched...
How to Sew a Sleeve Placket February 24, 2022Miranda Milke It’s no secret that the instructions in a Helen’s Closet pattern are some of the best around, and the Cameron Button Up is no exception. There are over 6...
How to Sew a Flat Felled Seam February 22, 2022Miranda Milke Did you know that the Cameron Button Up includes instructions for four different seam finishes? Whether you prefer overlocking, french seams, or want to sew something more traditional like a...
Pattern Q&A: Cameron Button Up February 11, 2022Helen Wilkinson Do you have questions about our latest pattern, the Cameron Button Up? We'll we've got answers! Read on to learn more about some of the most common questions we...
How to Add a Dart to the Cameron Button Up (FBA) February 08, 2022Helen Wilkinson The Cameron Button Up pattern is dartless and has generous wearing ease. It is drafted to fit a variety of body types. When sewing for a bust, the pattern...
How to Remove a Bust Dart from a Pattern (Using the Gilbert Top) January 18, 2022Helen Wilkinson One of our most popular patterns of late is the Gilbert Top. This beginner-friendly button up top is fun to sew and has a loose, easy fit. It features an...
Cropped Jackson Pullover with Balloon Sleeves January 04, 2022Helen Wilkinson I’ve got three hacks in one to share with you today! You can mix and match these hacks to suit yourself and get a custom look for your Jackson Pullover....
Alternative Bias Binding Method November 16, 2021Helen Wilkinson Thank you so much for your kind reception of our latest free pattern, the Sam Apron! We are so happy that you are excited about this pattern as we are....
How to Draft and Sew a T-Shirt Pocket October 26, 2021Miranda Milke Sewing a patch pocket is a great way to customize and add some functionality to your knit t-shirt collection. Whether you want to make your tees look more casual or...