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DIY Crop Top Tutorial - Helen's Closet Patterns Blog

HelenAugust 23, 2023Helen's Makes, Scrap Busting, Sewing Tutorials3 Comments

DIY Bandeau Ruffle Top

We had some red gingham fabric leftover from our recent Lawrence Skirt Hack and I was feeling inspired to make a matching crop top. I think the Barbie movie may have … Read More

Helen's Closet Free Inseam Pocket Sewing Tutorial

HelenJuly 19, 2023Lawrence Hacks, Lawrence Top and Dress, Orchard Top and Dress, Pattern Hacks, Sewing Tutorials1 Comment

How to sew an inseam pocket (with FREE download)

We all know that pockets are great. Having pockets in our garments is a continuous struggle when it comes to RTW, but for those of us who sew it is an … Read More

HelenJune 22, 2023Cassidy Wrap Top, Fitting & Pattern Adjustments3 Comments

How to do a Full Bust Adjustment (FBA) on the Cassidy Wrap Top

The Cassidy Wrap Top comes with two cup size ranges: B-cup (sizes 0-22) and D-cup (sizes 12-34). Both size ranges were drafted based on their own blocks and have an overlap … Read More

How to sew a dart on the Wildwood Jacket and Vest Pattern - Helen's Closet Patterns Blog

HelenMarch 3, 2023Fitting & Pattern Adjustments, Wildwood Jacket and Vest2 Comments

Sewing a Dart on the Wildwood Jacket and Vest

In the previous blog post we showed you how to add a dart to your Wildwood Jacket and Vest. But Wildwood is a quilted garment so how do you sew a … Read More

Wildwood Quilted Jacket Full Bust Adjustment FBA Tutorial - Helen's Closet Patterns Blog

HelenMarch 3, 2023Fitting & Pattern Adjustments, Wildwood Jacket and Vest2 Comments

How to Add a Dart to Wildwood (FBA)

The Wildwood Jacket and Vest pattern does not have chest darts as it is designed to be gender inclusive. It is drafted to fit a variety of body types. When sewing … Read More

How to Sew a Zipper Fly - Brooks Jeans Sewing Pattern - Helen's Closet Blog

HelenNovember 12, 2022Brooks Jeans, Sewing Tutorials2 Comments

How to Sew a Zipper Fly

In case you missed it, we just launched our new jeans pattern, the Brooks Jeans! We are so excited to finally have a jeans pattern in our collection. You can check … Read More

Alternative Yanta Back Construction Tutorial - Helen's Closet Blog

HelenApril 19, 2022Sewing Tutorials, Yanta Overalls1 Comment

Alternative Yanta Back Construction

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 love … Read More

Sleeve Placket Tutorial (Cameron Button Up) - Helen's Closet Patterns Blog

MirandaFebruary 24, 2022Cameron Button Up, Guest Bloggers, Sewing Tutorials5 Comments

How to Sew a Sleeve Placket

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 (SIX!) pages … Read More

Flat Felled Seams Tutorial (Cameron Button Up) - Helen's Closet Patterns Blog

MirandaFebruary 22, 2022Cameron Button Up, Guest Bloggers, Sewing Tutorials6 Comments

How to Sew a Flat Felled Seam

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 flat … Read More

How to Add a Dart to the Cameron Button Up Shirt - Helen's Closet Blog

HelenFebruary 8, 2022Cameron Button Up, Fitting & Pattern Adjustments3 Comments

How to Add a Dart to the Cameron Button Up (FBA)

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 fits an … Read More

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