Jennifer Stern

Key Measurements for Making Pants

The style dictates the steps you take toward fitting.
Distress Denim Seams

Q: I sew many denim jeans and jackets. Is there is a way to age the garment seams to make them look worn and soft? —Dorothy, via email A: Jeans…
Design a Chic, Flowing Skirt with Fabric Strips

Designing clothes is a passion of mine, and although I enjoy working out the intricacies of drafting fancy gown patterns and draping elaborate wedding dresses, sometimes I crave a quick,…
DIY Selvage Jeans

Learn how to make selvage denim jeans with white and red or blue warp threads, yielding an attractive stripe.
How to Make Corset Ornaments

These easy-to-make tiny symbols of fashion make great ornaments, gift tags, or sachets for the holidays or any time of the year.
How to Machine-Embroider Lace Napkin Rings

Stitch these fancy napkin rings with embroidery thread that coordinates or contrasts with your dinner napkins.
How to Embroider Signature Bath Linens

Pump up plain towels and a shower curtain with machine embroidery.
How to Insert an Invisible Zipper into a Side Seam

Learn the tricks to inserting an invisible zipper into a side seam--Like how to create a "garage" for the top of the zipper to pull into!
How to Embroider a Pincushion to Celebrate Halloween in July!

Check out this great tutorial on how to make this pincushion--complete with clear instructions and step-by-step photos. Whether you're into machine or hand embroidery.

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