Quick Tip – Selecting Your Pattern Size
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Giving Apparel Oomph – Quilted Pocket Addition
So one of my friends wanted me to make her a shirt with a quilted woven pocket on it and of course I said yes, because saying no is hard. But really I didn’t think it would work. In my head, it would be too heavy and bulky and would make the shirt drape weirdly. … Read More
Slippers Crowned for a King – FREE DESIGN
The featured design this month is a classy crown motif. Stitching this design in combination with a frame shape and a monogram makes it suitable for creating an appliquéd emblem. Use the appliqué to decorate a pair of spa style slippers. Make an additional emblem to decorate the pocket of a robe as shown in … Read More
Quick Tip – Making Time for Personal Sewing
Looking for a FREE Garment Pattern to start this weekend? Learning to sew can be life changing. Not only do you suddenly have the ultimate choice in colors, shapes and textures, but you can build the perfect set of classic wardrobe staples that make your friends and family look to you as the one to … Read More
Pete’s Dragon Sleepover Set – Part 3
The final installment in the 3 Part Series for the Pete’s Dragon Sleepover Set walks you through adding embroidery to a PJ set consisting of a T-shirt and shorts. Did you miss Parts 1 – Pillowcase/Drawstring Tote and 2 -Stippled Sundry Bag? Be sure to click on through for the entire Sleepover Set! Pete’s Shirt … Read More
VIDEO: Part 15 – Hemming Your Dress
Part Fifteen, the final chapter of this series about making your own Little Black Dress with Angela Wolf, is all about Hemming your dress. This episode is all about Hemming your dress! Machine used in this episode: 40e In this episode, Angela discusses 3 methods for Hemming your dress: Hemming with a triple stitch Hemming … Read More
VIDEO: Part 14 – Finishing the Back Vent
Part Fourteen of the Fifteen Part series about making your own Little Black Dress with Angela Wolf! This episode is all about finishing the back vent! Machine used in this episode: 40e In this episode, Angela discusses how to add a back vent: What sections to fold Proper Pressing Stitching of both back flaps Adding … Read More
VIDEO: Part 13 – Attaching Lining at Armhole – Bonus Segment
Part Thirteen of the Fifteen Part series about making your own Little Black Dress with Angela Wolf! This BONUS Segment is all about attaching your lining at the armhole of your sheath dress! Machines used in this series: PQ1500SLPRW and 40e In this episode, Angela discusses how to attaching your lining at the armhole of … Read More
VIDEO: Part 12 – Adding Sleeves to a Dress
Part Twelve of the Fifteen Part series about making your own Little Black Dress with Angela Wolf! This episode is all about Adding Sleeves to a Dress! Machines used in this series: PQ1500SLPRW and 40e In this episode, Angela discusses how to add sleeves to a dress including: Adding sleeves to the dress from your … Read More
VIDEO: Part 11 – Inserting an Invisible Zipper
Part Eleven of the Fifteen Part series about making your own Little Black Dress with Angela Wolf! This episode is all about Inserting an Invisible Zipper! Machine used: PQ1500SLPRW In this episode, Angela discusses the process of inserting an invisible zipper including: Buying the right length zipper Adding Fusible Interfacing Pressing your zipper open Using … Read More
VIDEO: Part 10 – Attaching Your Bodice
Part Ten of the Fifteen Part series about making your own Little Black Dress with Angela Wolf! This episode is all about Attaching Your Bodice! Machine used: Project Runway Limited Edition Innov-ís 40e In this episode, Angela discusses how to attach your bodice to the skirt at the waist including: Same technique whether you have … Read More
VIDEO: Part 9 – Necklines, Collars & Bias Tape
Part Nine of the Fifteen Part series about making your own Little Black Dress with Angela Wolf! This episode is all about Necklines, Collars & Bias Tape! Machine used: PQ1500SLPRW In this episode, Angela discusses Necklines, Collars & Bias Tape: Using bias tape to finish your neckline. Wrapping your bias tape around the fabric edge … Read More
VIDEO: Part 8 – Using Your Lining as a Facing
Part Eight of the Fifteen Part series about making your own Little Black Dress with Angela Wolf! This episode is all about Using Your Lining as a Facing! Machine used: PQ1500SLPRW In this episode, Angela discusses how to add a Lining instead of a Facing including: Adding a lining even when your pattern calls for … Read More
VIDEO: Part 7 – Scooped Necklines & Easing Curves
Part Seven of the Fifteen Part series about making your own Little Black Dress with Angela Wolf! This episode is all about Scooped Necklines and Easing Curves! Machine used: PQ1500SLPRW In this episode, Angela discusses how to make Scooped Necklines and how to Ease in Curves including techniques for: Making a Scooped Neckline Adding a … Read More
VIDEO: Part 6 – Pockets – Bonus Segment
Part Six of the Fifteen Part series about making your own Little Black Dress with Angela Wolf! In this Bonus Episode Angela shows how to add pockets to your dress. Editor’s Note: When I try on dresses I am always especially happy when there are pockets! You can use this technique to add pockets to … Read More
VIDEO: Part 5 – Altering the Neckline
Part Five of the Fifteen Part series about making your own Little Black Dress with Angela Wolf! This episode is all about Altering the Neckline! What’s in this episode? Machine used: PQ1500SLPRW In this episode, Angela shows how to alter the neckline of your dress to suit your style. Make it any shape: Sweetheart V-Neck … Read More
VIDEO: Part 4 – All About Princess Seams
Part Four of the Fifteen Part series about making your own Little Black Dress with Angela Wolf is All About Princess Seams! Machine used: PQ1500SLPRW In this Episode Angela talks all about Princess Seams. Pinning them Sewing them Clipping them Watch Video Over the next 11 weeks, Angela will continue to help us along as … Read More
Upcycle Two Shirts in a Denim Shirtdress
Looking for a fun project to try with that holiday break around the corner? Upcycle a denim shirt into a fashionable shirtdress! It’s the ideal time to take two of those shirts you’ve grown tired of in your closet and UPCYCLE them into this adorable denim shirt dress! I used two denim shirts but you … Read More
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