Why settle for a boring neckline when you can create an eye-catching one. This video demonstration will take you step-by-step through the process of sewing a scalloped design to the neckline of a bodice.
Scallop Neckline
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Pet Costume – Pirate Edition
Make your little furry friend into a swashbuckling pirate who sails the seven seas. Free pattern and tutorial for making a pirate pet costume that includes a cute hat and bandana.
Puff Sleeve with Elastic Hemline
Want a sleeve befitting a princess? This tutorial will take you through the steps of creating a puff sleeve with a stretchy hemline due to having elastic inserting into a casing.
Bishop Sleeve
The bishop sleeve is a puffed style sleeve that is gathered at the bottom and finished with a sleeve band. While it has some similarities to sewing an inset sleeve, you'll want to watch to see the full construction process.
All About Pleats
While a pleat might be a simple fold the fabric, when it comes to sewing and garment construction, there are different types in order to create different looks. This video is a general overview on the purpose of pleats and the most common ones you'll come across in your sewing journey.
Sewing with Silk Fabric
Want to start working with a fabric as luxurious as silk to make some high-quality garments but are afraid of wasting your money? Watch this video to get some handy tips on how to sew with silk so you can get started with confidence.
Ruffler Foot
Want to create ruffles, pleats, and gathers in a fraction of the time compared to doing them by hand? You'll want to grab a ruffler foot for your sewing machine. But they can be a little tricky to use. Watch this video to see a demo on how they work.
Sewing with Tulle
While tulle is a common fabric used in bridal sewing and cosplays, it can be a really tricky fabric to work with due to it's holey nature and shiftiness. Before tackling it, you'll want to check out this video for some handy tips.
Faux Flatlock Seam with Sewing Machine
Want to sew a flatlock seam but don't have a serger? This video will demonstrate how you can get a similar appearance by using your sewing machine. This is a great way to have a flatter, more professional appearance on your seams for garments made with knit fabrics.