Featuring fresh spring garment sewing pattern collection reviews and impressions for 2019 from Inside the Hem!
Tag: garment fabric
Long Winter Coat – DIY + Tips
For the very first time, April from coolripa patterns, cuts and stitches this lovely, cozy, long winter coat. Taking a pattern from an existing garment she feels is appropriate for her own sewing skills, she reproduces the coat with a super result. A collar, facings, lining, pockets, and buttons. April uses a Juki HZL-G Series sewing … [ Read More at SWN! ]
Fabric Focus – A Video Series with Lauren Guthrie
“Trying to understand all the different types of fabric out there can seem like a daunting task, not just for beginners but for more experienced dressmakers too. There are different technical names, weights, thicknesses, fiber mixes and weaves, so it can all feel a bit overwhelming. In this new fabric focus series, I hope to … [ Read More at SWN! ]
Sew a Flattering Basic Long Sleeve Top
In this free video, the smart folks at TeachMeFashion demonstrate how they create this classic jersey knit top . This top is a perfect addition to any capsule wardrobe! The perfect long sleeve top. Designed with comfort in mind this top is a go-to long-sleeve top for any wardrobe. A full body silhouette that flares out from the waist, … [ Read More at SWN! ]
Fabrics for Making Summer Shorts with Inside the Hem
Watch this free video to learn about four different fabrics that Lindsey from Inside the Hem, recommends for sewing your next pair of favorite #memade shorts! Shorts are worn just about everywhere and sewn with a variety of fabrics. Woven fabrics such as twill, bottom-weight, mid-weight, denim, chambray, challis, rayon, cotton duck, cotton dobby, and … [ Read More at SWN! ]
$ave Money Over and Over with “Grow Along” Sewing Patterns for Kids
Getting the very most for your money when it comes to kid’s clothing is as important as the books they will read and the games they will play while wearing garments sewn to last. When my babies were little, they wore incredible clothing sewn by their grandmothers, who were/are proficient sewers in their own right. … [ Read More at SWN! ]
Sew this Summer Top in Soft Linen + Free ePattern
This top is designed by Laura at Sew Different, to be an easy-wear and easy-care comfortable top that will become a wardrobe staple, just as it has with Laura. You can adjust the scoop at the neck by adjusting the tucks. A nice soft flowy top, sewn in beautiful solid grey linen in this photo. … [ Read More at SWN! ]
How to Pattern, Cut and Sew Capri Pants Any Size
A free video series demonstrating, explaining, and guiding anyone who wants to learn, how to make these sweet capri pants any size. Watch Sikana TV and subscribe to their Youtube channel for more instructional videos covering hundreds of topics. “Sikana is an educational movement that democratizes practical knowledge by creating and sharing basic skills videos … [ Read More at SWN! ]
Fabric 101: All About Silks
Watch this video from Fabric Mart and learn more about different fabrics made from silk, what to sew with them, and how to care for your silk fabric accessories and garments! Learn to how to sew and work with silk, or silk like fabrics that are slippy and troublesome. We will share tips and techniques on … [ Read More at SWN! ]