Fabric 101: Shirting
Shirting is a category of fabric that is used to make standard button-up shirts and similar-weight garments. It’s…
Is a Steamer as Effective as an Iron: Which is Better?
Do you really dislike ironing too? I find it tedious to get out the ironing board and my…
Fabric 101: Charmeuse
Charmeuse is a satin fabric characterized by being sleek and elegant. It is shiny on one side and…
Fabric 101: Ribbed Knit
Ribbed knit fabric is a type of material that has noticeable lines (or ribs) running down the length…
How to Read a Butterick Sewing Pattern
Butterick sewing patterns are very similar to McCalls patterns. Personally, I tend to like the style of Butterick…
How to Read a McCalls Sewing Pattern
McCalls is a well-known and standard pattern-making brand. While the layout and instructions are slightly different from Simplicity…
How to Read a Vogue Sewing Pattern
Vogue sewing patterns are known for being more upscale and complicated compared to other sewing pattern brands. They…
How to Read a Simplicity Sewing Pattern
Simplicity sewing patterns tend to be some of the easiest patterns to start with. They usually include instructions…
How to Read a Burda Sewing Pattern
Burda sewing patterns are notorious for being different and difficult to work with. The instructions are often shorter…
Fabric 101: Rayon
Rayon is a type of synthetic fiber that is used to make fabric. It is plant based, using…