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Why Your Waistcoat Sewing Pattern Didn’t Work

Why Your Waistcoat Sewing Pattern Didn’t Work

Hacked a waistcoat sewing pattern and the toile came out nothing like you imagined? It's not you. Here's why it goes wrong, and what to check on your toile first.

FittingPattern HackingPattern Cutting
3 Reasons Why Your Skirt Block Doesn't Fit (And How To Fix It)

3 Reasons Why Your Skirt Block Doesn't Fit (And How To Fix It)

Skirt block not fitting right? Learn the three real reasons why (balance, darts and waist) and how to fix each one, no guesswork required.

Fitting
Understanding Darts: A Guide to Dart Manipulation, Fitting and Sewing

Understanding Darts: A Guide to Dart Manipulation, Fitting and Sewing

Everything you need to know about sewing darts: how they work, dart manipulation techniques, creative uses, fitting tricks, and tips for sewing them perfectly.

Pattern Cutting
What to Do With Your Fabric Scraps and Old Toiles

What to Do With Your Fabric Scraps and Old Toiles

Practical ideas for recycling and reusing your fabric scraps and old toiles, sorted by size from tiny offcuts to whole garments.

Fabric Focus