Learn how to create this fun and practical fabric message board that utilizes chalk fabric. It's a great way to use up fabric scraps while using your sewing skills in a unique way. This message board makes for a great gift. Free pattern!
Chalk Message Board
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Makeup Brush Organizer
This makeup brush organizer is a quick sewing project that's great for organizing your brushes for home or for travel. But it can also be adjusted to accommodate other items as well. Make your own pattern to make it versatile.
Jacket Collar
Need help putting in a collar for your jacket? Check out this tutorial to see how easy it is to sew one to your garment. This demonstration takes you from pattern pieces to it attached to the neckline.
Centered Zipper
Don't be afraid of sewing in a zipper. One of the easiest methods is putting one in the center of the seam. Sew around the zipper sides, remove the seam stitches, and voila! A working zipper. Watch this video for a demonstration.
Drawstring Elastic Waistband
Want to take your waistband game up a notch on your pajama bottoms or workout pants? Try adding a drawstring to your elastic waistband in order to tighten this area even more. You can use this method for most patterns that have an elastic waistband and give an extra little touch to your garments.
Garment Hand Stitches
Getting into garment sewing? These are the 5 most common hand stitches you should know. They'll come in handy when only the needle and thread will do. Stitches covered are running stitch, back stitch, slip stitch, blind hem, and catch stitch.
Button Placket
You can create your own simple pattern for a button placket and learn how to sew it to a top or bodice.
Tank Top Insert Pattern
Inserting a panel into your tank tops is simple and adds interest. Let Professor Pincushion show you how to convert your existing pattern pieces to accommodate this fun detail.
Shirt Peplum
The peplum, as a design detail, has returned. Learn the steps needed in order to create a sophisticated peplum for your own garments.
How to Make Patterns From Existing Clothing – Intermediate Tops
Learn how to make your patterns from tops with buttonholes, darts, tucks, and yokes.