This post gives you the names of different colors and how they look like. Have you ever been at a loss describing the correct name you have in your mind, anywhere? Then this post is for you. If you’re ...

Taking in a shirt or dress and altering it to a smaller size is an exhilarating job in my opinion – that means you are smaller than you thought you were when you bought it. But that does not make the ...

A sewist sure knows the value of a good fabric tube; also called Rouleau loops they are very versatile. So many many uses in sewing. These fabric tubes are very easy to make – you do not need any ...

In this pocket, the zipper is visible from the outside. I have seen this pocket mostly on jeans and also on bags ; on bags it is sewn inside on the lining material. You can sew it inside totebags, ...

There are many types of plackets guarding slits on clothes - here is a tutorial to make one so that you have a base for ...

On ready made or already sewn tops there are 2 darts that you can sew to reduce the waist ; the single point waist dart which is best for short tops (Those that end near the waist); these are best for ...

When I am repairing a torn area on a pair of denim jeans, I have two choices – one is to make the mending as invisible as possible with same color thread or patch, OR make it stand out as a decorative ...

Let me tell you a secret – I use sewing machine thread on my embroidery machine a lot of the time. The embroidery purists would disown me – And there is a reason. Sewing thread may not always hold up ...

Raw hem is a hemline that’s been left unfinished (not hemmed after cutting). After washing and wearing, frayed and distressed edges are a given on this hem. Raw hem jeans has an edgy look that is ...

If you’re looking for a fun, sustainable way to repurpose your old jeans, this DIY gathered pouch is the perfect project. Not only does it tick the eco-friendly box, but it’s also practical and roomy.

The blanket stitch is one of the most versatile stitches ever – for sewing two fabric pieces together, finishing the edges of fabric, doing applique easily or to decorate a garment edge – all easy ...

In a Trapeze dress, the flare is more controlled than in the other two dresses. Compared to tents and umbrellas, the flare is less, less fabric is needed – the most pronounced feature of a trapeze ...