Guipure lace is an openwork fabric that offers depth, pattern, and sheen to any design. It’s used in garments from special-occasion gowns to pencil skirts, and is usually supported with…
Art is made to be enjoyed, sometimes by many in public, sometimes in private for personal pleasure. Corsetier extraordinaire Alexander Chesebro hopes his creations bring the beauty of exquisitely detailed…
Silk. No other fiber has the same allure and mystique as this ancient wonder. It comes in a wide range of weaves, weights, and textures—there’s a silk fabric for just…
Marfy 9071 includes two garments: a top and pants. We are only showing the pants, which feature unusual zipper details. The slim-fitting, ankle-length pants have a narrow waistband, fly front,…
Put striped fabrics to creative use in this 1950s-inspired swing dress. It features a banded V-neckline, one-button closure, cap sleeves with an underarm gusset, fitted bodice with bust and waist…
Advanced machine testing is worth your time when you're in the market for an upscale sewing machine. Learn which features are typically available and worth a closer look.
Sewing pro Kenneth D. King explains how to stabilize the edges of a lace garment with a narrow, low-bulk organza strip. This method works with any binding.
For drape, flow, and a hint of sheerness, georgette is a stylish and classic choice. It is a crepe fabric, woven with tightly twisted warp and weft yarns that create…
Side-seam zippers just make sense. They are handy, easy to access, and from a design standpoint, fairly unobtrusive. The garment’s back is left undisturbed, a better option than interrupting a…
I would very much appreciate information on fabric industry weights. Some online retailers list them, others don’t. Read on to learn more about fabric weights.
