The Willow Corset Bustier is such a great wardrobe staple, once you have made a pretty floral version (or any other colour) I’m sure that you will be heading out (or shopping online) for more fabric to whip up another before you’ve even had a chance to wash the first after you’ve worn it. The […]
Boning helps a garment maintain its shape and stay wrinkle-free by supporting a garment at its seams. Or it can be used for cinching/shaping the body. While it is most often used in corsets, it can also be found in bustiers, swimsuits, strapless gowns, and in other garments that may need additional support. Types of Boning […]
The Kitty Corset Bustier is a longer version of the Olivia Sweetheart Bustier. This style is designed to be fitted from the bust to the hips. The design panel lines allow for optional boning to be added to create a corset feel.This style is sewn to be completely bagged out with an open-end, center-back zipper. […]
Zippers can be daunting to sew, invisible zippers can be even worse. However, learning to insert an invisible zipper is a skill that you will use constantly when sewing your own clothing. It’s a great skill to master to ensure your clothing has a professional and seamless look. The below tutorial uses an invisible zipper […]
The Heidi Puff Sleeve Dress is a light mid-length summer dress that is perfect for summer picnics and dates.The bodice is fully lined and bagged out at the neck edge with soft gathers under the bust. The sleeve is a set in gathered puffy sleeve with elastic on the hem. The skirt is unlined. The […]
The Blaire Basic Crop Top is a fun casual summer crop top is the perfect addition to your wardrobe and can be made in many prints and colours. The style is timeless so can be worn from year to year without dating.This style is sewn to be completely bagged out with an open-end center back […]
The Jackie Shift Dress was inspired by the music festival Woodstock and the fashion that followed in the 70’s.The dress is a loose relaxed A-line fit with a long flared sleeve with a shaped hem. The dress has optional front and back waist darts if you prefer something more fitted on the waistThe dress length […]
Learning to sew can be hard, however, it can also be extremely rewarding. Making garments from scratch gives a certain satisfaction that you will only know once it’s done. Being able to say ‘oh I made it’ when you receive a compliment about something you made just makes you walk that little bit taller and […]
The Taylor Cross Back Top is another basic with a twist, the point of difference is in the cross back detail. The style is fully lined, the back pieces, as well as the neck and armholes, are bagged out with the lining leaving a clean finish. The style is loose-fitting and finishes on the hip. […]
The Lexi Pleated Mini Skirt is inspired by the tennis skirt of the 90s. It is high-waisted and extra short. It features 3 asymmetrical layers on the front and 2 layers on the back with a shaped waistband. The fastening is a side seam invisible zipper.This skirt does not have a lining, the top edge […]