Jackson Tee Dress May 12, 2021Helen Wilkinson I’m back with another fun pattern hack to share with you! This Jackson Tee dress is such a simple and effective way to get even more out of our everyday...
How to Do a Small Bust Adjustment (SBA) May 11, 2021Helen Wilkinson There are plenty of Full Bust Adjustment posts out there and different ways of doing them on all kinds of garments, but what about Small Bust Adjustments (SBAs)? If your...
Janet's March Tunic Hack May 06, 2021Helen Wilkinson Hello! Today we have another guest blogger—this time we want to share Janet of @sew_sister and her March Tunic hack! Janet is a fellow Canadian who shares our love for...
Erin's Puffed Sleeve Ashton Hack May 04, 2021Helen Wilkinson Continuing with our guest blogger series, today we are welcoming Erin of @eringrypma, who is here to demonstrate an exciting Ashton Top hack: puffed sleeves! Erin is a fellow resident...
How to Grade Between Sizes on Pants with Slash or Slant Pockets. April 29, 2021Helen Wilkinson Most of us don't fall into one straight size for a pattern, and thankfully the beauty of sewing our own clothes is that we have the option to grade between...
How to Lengthen or Shorten the Rise on Pants with Slash or Slant Pockets. April 29, 2021Helen Wilkinson Whether you are tall, short, or prefer your waistline to sit somewhere else than an intended pattern design, changing the rise is a common and easy pants adjustment. Today we...
Stephanie's Jackson Tee Hacks April 27, 2021Helen Wilkinson Hello everyone! Today we have Stephanie from @SewWithStephanie! Stephanie is here to show us how she made these two awesome Jackson Tee pattern hacks featuring a ruffled shoulder cap and...
Scrap Busted Ilford Jacket April 21, 2021Helen Wilkinson I sew a lot. I sew clothes for my business and for myself, I sew things for Sam, and I’ve recently taken up quilting, too! All this sewing results in...
Top 10 Free Sewing Patterns April 15, 2021Helen Wilkinson Anybody who sews knows that this hobby can be expensive! From fabric to notions, equipment and supplies, the costs can add up quickly. The good news is that there are...
How to do a Full Bust Adjustment on a Dartless Bodice April 13, 2021Helen Wilkinson The March Top and Dress is drafted with plenty of ease through the chest, and a full bust adjustment may not be necessary for cup sizes ranging from AA -...
Arden Pants and Cropped Jackson Tee April 08, 2021Helen Wilkinson Is Spring in the air where you live? I’ve been loving the longer days and seeing the crocuses come up. I have a gardening list that is a mile long...
Best Sewing Patterns for Beginners April 07, 2021Helen Wilkinson One question we get asked all the time is, “which pattern should I sew if I’m a beginner?” Whether you are just learning to sew, or you have loved ones...