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Do you sometimes make tiny or big mistakes that ruin your sewing projects? Are you tired of having a pile of clothes in the process of being finished following a blunder? Don't worry, it happens [...]
Creating in an organised space can make all the difference to your sewing productivity and enjoyment. A clutter-free sewing room can help you find your tools more easily, reduce stress, and [...]
When you start sewing, trousers are not the first project you usually start with. Indeed, it requires a certain skill, not really in sewing, but especially in fitting, because trousers require a [...]
When choosing a fabric for your project, you can sometimes be put off by fluid, thin, and flowing fabrics that slip through your hands. You think about the cut that isn't straight, the fabric [...]
What is the right side of the fabric? Depending on the material, it’s not always easy to know at first glance. In the instructions for sewing a garment, we most often find the mention “sew rig [...]
In order to make the garment as precise as possible, it is important to include the indications such as the darts, the size, the armhole fittings… To do this, there are several methods that you w [...]
Proper thread tension is the key to a well-made and durable garment. When the tension is not suitable, it can drive you crazy! Threads that make loops, fabric that curls, uneven stitches can [...]
Before starting to sew your long-awaited sewing project, you have to go through cutting fabric. This is an important step for a garment that fits well and lasts a long time. This action is [...]
If you've sewn a few Opian sewing patterns, you've probably used interfacing. It is an important element for a quality garment, which is why we will take a closer look at what interlining is and [...]
When you have an idea in your head, it's not always easy to find an alternative when something doesn’t go as planned. This is also the case in sewing! Sometimes I think to myself that I would m [...]