Sewing couture

Someone requested that I write about sewing a dart. This is not a topic I think about writing, so I appreciate feedback from you all. I use this method *most* of the time. As you can see below, there’s some limitation. But we don’t have to go into all the other scenarios now. We will […]

Peek inside two garments from the study collection at the Fashion Institute of Technology to see how the designer constructed a mid-20th century bodice.

How to make a sewing pattern bigger or smaller - sewing pattern grading - make a sewing pattern a different size

Learn from Susan Khalje what makes the Classic Haute couture French Jacket so Special. Learn design secrets about techniques and material.

Make your sewing look professional when you use these 7 tips and techniques. By doing these things, your sewn items will look more like store bought.

This formal skirt free sewing pattern can transform easily from cocktail length to tea-length to an elegant floor-length option.

A beginners guide for how to cut and sew clothes. This breaks down how clothing is made and how easy the step by step process is!

Learn how to engineer stability into all sorts of fitted garments with this couture technique.

The Victorians had a seam for every purpose! Learn how to make 34 historical types of seams. For historical costumes and modern clothing.