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What styling tips will keep oversized clothing from looking overwhelming? A Oversized garments are certainly Raving a moment in fashion and in sewing pattern design. These oversized looks are fun [...]

Making a coat is a big investment in time and materials. That said, it is very satisfying to stitch up a comfortable coat that keeps you warm and stylish for [...]

Q I really want to make fun pants, but none of the patterns I have tried worked welL Where have I gone wrong? A Ahh, the pants predicament. Truth be [...]

Q What pattern testing and fitting method is best for me? What are the pros and cons of various methods? A There is hardly a topic more personal than garment [...]

Wrap tops, like any sewn garment, require careful fitting attention to each piece in the garment puzzle. Upper body fit is especially tricky when using woven fabrics because of the [...]

Get expert fitting tips for hoodies, create a fitted dolman silhouette and finesse the fit of your face mask. I purchased a unisex hoodie pattern and want to make one [...]

Q: I have begun making pants. They look pretty good in the back but I get this little bunchy bubble in the front crotch curve. How can I get rid [...]

Get your summer wardrobe in top shape with fitting tips for one-shoulder designs, techniques to tame loose dress shirts and swimsuit fabric alternatives. Q I love the one-shoulder look and [...]

Q I love the look of spaghetti straps but find that my spaghetti-strap tops always gape between the straps. Do you have any suggestions? A Think of spaghetti straps as [...]

Q When I make a shirtdress, it gaps in (he bustline between the buttons. Is there an easy solution like adding more buttons or releasing the side seams? A Gaping [...]

How green of you to choose a vintage redesign for your holiday celebrations! Here are some tips to assure your redesign is successful. * Remove the sleeves first and make [...]

Based in sunny Gainesville, FL, Brad Schultz fell in love with sewing 12 years ago. Brad found sewing was the perfect blend of mechanical and creative problem-solving and jumped into [...]

Q Is there a trick to sewing turtleneck tops that fit? A Turtleneck tops are quickly stitched up in knit fabrics with plenty of stretch. The designs vary from very [...]

Q I am a new stitcher hoping to make my first jacket this fall. As I look at patterns. I am confused about the types of sleeves and armholes. What [...]

Having a style that looks great and fits well is the perfect formula for sewing success. As sewists, we can stitch up any style we like, but there are lots [...]

Get tips for adding boning to off-the-shoulder tops and learn fitting techniques for princess seams (just in time for prom season), plus learn all about pattern ease.Sounds like your top [...]

How can I update an old pair of silk pants for the holidsys? They're made with lovly fabric and fit in the waist and lovely fabric and fit in the [...]

Everyone in my sewing circle finds it imposible to buy pants that fit, so we want to begin sewing pants. Could you suggest which styles work best on which bodies [...]

Q What's the best shape cardigan to wear with skirts or pants for a workwear-appropriate look? A This is the perfect time of year to consider sewing cardigans for fall. [...]

Q There's so much information available online about collecting materials and sewing swimwear, but how do I choose a style that fits and flatters? A If you're not sure what [...]

Q I want to sew knit tops that fit neatly but aren't too tight. I confess to being intimidated by negative ease. Please explain. A Understanding knits and how to [...]

My curvy-girl garment-sewing group is planning to focus on jackets this spring. Please suggest jacket shapes that flatter different body types. Spring is a great time to stitch up a [...]

Q I'm looking for tips for stitching up a few coordinated pieces that will fit my curves and fit into a carry-on for my upcoming beach vacation. I am a [...]

Are there stray garments in your closet that don't get worn anymore? Perhaps they don't fit or they're no longer in style. Maybe you wore them to an important occasion [...]

A relatively contemporary phenomenon, pants didn't enter the basic feminine wardrobe in the western world until the middle of the 20th century. As women became part of the military, the [...]

Ever since the Greeks fashionably draped fabric around their bodies and shoulders, dresses have assumed a place as a staple in the contemporary female wardrobe. A closer look at various [...]

From its early incarnation as a peasant garment to the fitted, tailored tops of modern fashion, the blouse has been an essential wardrobe element for centuries. Read on to learn [...]

Welcome to a new series of articles on developing a basic wardrobe that fits. In this first installment, the skirt is the focus. A close examination of the basic features--shape, [...]

Drapey fabrics in silky prints, soft solids and fluid knits are beautiful, but they can be more intimidating to sew than a stable woven. Learn how to work with easy [...]

Successful pants begin with a well-fitting base pattern. Parts 1 and 2 focused on choosing and adding waist closures and pockets to a pattern. In Part Three, learn how to [...]

Learn all about the basic tools garment sewists need close at hand to enjoy a pleasurable sewing process. High quality, well-cared-for tools enhance the experience and afford you years of [...]

In Part 1 of this series, we learned how to choose and construct a waist finish and closure. Now experiment with pockets for a great functional detail that allows you [...]

Create your own strategically planned and personalized pants wardrobe with favorite details and flattering, comfortable style lines. In Part One, learn how to add different waistband and closure options. Pant [...]

[Q] Although sleeveless it garments are quite fashionable, I prefer sleeves on my tops and dresses. My problem is that while the sleeves are the right size, the fabric in [...]

[Q] How can I update my wardrobe to reflect modern pants styles? [A] There are many styles that are in fashion these days, but on the whole, contemporary ready-to-wear pants [...]

A custom clothier presents some features that can be incorporated into one's custom garments to ensure a flattering and a comfortable fit. Some of the fabric suggestions, carefree styles and fast, hard-working construction techniques are presented keeping the garment simple by avoiding elaborate tailoring, reinforcing slits and other ideas.

It is reported that carefully positioned trims add the necessary weight to a hem and camouflage the sheer seems and edges, which turn a virtually invisible garment into a unique showstopper. Visual harmony is very important while designing and it is suggested that guidelines should be marked before hand for embellishments.

The ruffles are a variety of fashionable frills that can be classified as strips, headers and double. The four ways to gather the fabric tips to create beautiful and fashionable ruffles are sew two rows of basting stitches, machine-couch a heavy thread, use a roughler attachment or gathering foot, zigzag over clear elastic.

Working with white fabric on a sewing project can be problematic because that white fabric is extra susceptible to such things as dirt and damage. Tips for working with white fabric include: planning ahead, cleaning work area ahead of time, choose sewing techniques based on fabric rather than color.

[Q] I'm having a hard time finding flattering necklines. I have a large neck and want to minimize this area while still looking stylish. What neckline is best? [A] A [...]