princess seams

Tips for Sewing Princess Seams in Heavy Fabrics

Manage bulky seam allowances for a smoothly sewn seam.
Tips for Sewing Princess Seams in Silky Fabrics

Learn expert techniques for handling shaped seams in fine, smooth fabrics.
Q&A: Why Are Princess Seams Called Princess Seams?

Q: Why are Princess Seams Called Princess Seams? —Emma Weber, Chelmsford, Essex, United Kingdom A: Melissa Heischberg, an historical costume expert (Sempstress.org), traces this classic means of shaping back several…
Tulip Petal Shift Dress

Continuing with the spring theme and my inspired visions of the "Secret Garden", this "Tulip Petal" shift dress mimics the shape of an upside down tulip. The panels are cut…
Wool Jacquard Coat Laces up the Back!

This is the wool jacquard coat from a late-1930's Vogue pattern I created as part of my 2014 Make-it-with-Wool ensemble. My inspiration was the Arizona night sky which displays deep…
Dickens Holiday Party Outfit

I made all items from my own self drafted patterns. This vintage style ensemble is for a Dickens themed Holiday Party held as part of a yearly celebration. Guests are…
Princess Seams and Other Treacherous Curves

There seems to be some confusion about sewing an inside seam to an outside seam, without puckering one side or the other. I'm posting this, to help all of those…

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