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A Bound Buttonhole from a Balmain-Designed Uniform

In this article, learn how how to make a bound buttonhole. Borrow a chic detail from a midcentury designer uniform.
Learn About Garment Ease

Louise Cutting is an owner and designer of Cutting Line Designs. Here’s how she guides her client's to a better garment fit with fewer major pattern adjustments.
4 Spring Updates for a TNT Top

Everyone loves new tops for spring. Once you slough off the fleece and sweaters, then a cute blouse, tee, or other easy-to-wear piece helps any outfit transition smoothly into a…
Decorative Stitch Guide

In this decorative stitch guide, learn, or review, 5 basic embroidery stitches to get you ready for your next project.
Learn How to Add Lots of Lace to a Basic Skirt

This version, inspired by some expensive ready-to-wear examples, combines the no-nonsense silhouette of a straight skirt with the texture and visual interest of lace.
Riffs on a Trusted Pattern: Upholstery Jacket

Easy-to-sew, in-seam buttonholes are featured on Becky Fulgoni's upholstery jacket, her latest version of the Fit for Art Patterns Tabula Rasa Jacket.
Make a Polished Knit Blazer with Upgraded Techniques

In this article, learn how to make a polished knit blazer with upgraded techniques to improve looks and longevity.
Early Tailoring: A Couture Skirt For a Fine Jacket

Pamela Howard tackled a classic four-gore, bias skirt using wool plaid fabric to coordinate with her first tailored jacket. She shares some of the timeless details of this college course…
How to Throw the Ultimate Sewing-Themed Party

You can throw a sewing-themed party filled with food, fun, and party favors that all your sewing buddies will appreciate. Here are nine ideas to get you started.
Riffs on a Trusted Pattern: Mixed Media Sweatshirt

Becky Fulgoni alters the Fit for Art Patterns Tabula Rasa Jacket to create a wool fleece and linen sweatshirt, which features an interesting neckline.

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