Author Archives: professorpincushion

Increase Sleeve Width Alteration

Are your sleeves too tight? See how to make alterations to your patterns to increase the width and comfort.

Get ready for some summer fun and learn how to sew your own bikini. We show you how by using Kwik Sew Pattern 4003.

Here are some of tips and tricks to working with beautiful fabric, such as satin and taffeta.

This tutorial shows you how to create two different styles of adorable baby booties based on an Ellie Mae design, using Kwik Sew 0141.

Learn how to create the Hong Kong finish for a sleek, professional way to finish the raw edges of your most elegant garments.

Follow along with Professor Pincushion to make an elegant spring dress from Butterick 5879.

Learn how to print on fabric with your inkjet printer at home.

Want to add pockets to your garments? Learn how to draft the side seam pocket pattern.

Make a cute Peter Pan collared top with Butterick pattern 5890

Relive the past by making this classy dame dress from a reproduction of a Butterick 1951 pattern.