Seam allowance is the distance between the seam stitching line and the cut edge of the fabric. The most common seam allowance used when joining fabric pieces together are 1/2 inch and 5/8 inch. And ...

Crooked seam lines — even experienced sewists dread them. Tools like a magnetic seam guide can help you stitch perfectly straight lines every time. Read on to know about all the other hacks you can ...

Sewing beads on fabric is the ultimate in fabric embellishment. The sparkly beads bring brilliance and a dimension to the fabric, which is unparalleled. Bead embroidery means stitching beads onto ...

When you have old clothing that is neglected and forgotten, there is always a way to breathe new life into it with some patience and a sewing machine. Denim is forgiving and loved in any form; jeans ...

If you are interested in a simple bead work design that is suitable for borders, you will find them here. Given below are some of the most simple to make border stitches with beads. I am all for ...

When you want a closure that is hassle-free, silent, and very easy to use, and most importantly super strong there is none ...

The balloon sleeve is no longer a relic of the past. The exaggerated sleeve movement has brought this type of sleeve to the forefront of fashion. I see a lot of tops and dresses with this bulb-like ...

When I am repairing a torn area on a pair of denim jeans, I have two choices – one is to make the mending as invisible as possible with same color thread or patch, OR make it stand out as a decorative ...

Why should you be behind when everyone is wearing one exaggerated sleeve after the other? And if you have a flounce sleeve on your dress, you have one, and a pretty one at that, without the extra ...

A small hole in your sweat pants or yoga pants doesn’t mean you have to throw them away! Over time, even the best-quality pants can develop some damage. I will show you the different methods you can ...

To stitch these cute little flowers that bring infinite bling and sparkle to any of your every day clothes or your party clothes, you just need to gather your favourite Sequins, some small seed beads ...

Body rise is a measurement you take from the waist to the crotch or vice versa. It is an important measurement to take on the body when sewing trousers or any garment with a crotch seam, especially in ...