Author Archives: professorpincushion

Pants Crotch Length Pattern Alteration

See how you can easily lengthen or shorten the crotch length to your pants' patterns using the slide technique.

Watch a demonstration on one way you can sew in a skirt yoke that would also incorporate a traditional waistband.

Learn how to draft a circular yoke pattern for your custom skirts.

Add an edgy detail to your projects by learning how to put in an exposed zipper.

Using your basic bodice drafts, you can learn how to draft a simple flat collar.

In this tutorial, we demonstrate a professional way to sew in a flat collar. This technique is great for beginners.

Add some couture style details to your garment with a bound buttonhole.

Having trouble working with velvet or velveteen? Learn some tips and tricks to working with this luxurious fabric.

Learn how to embellish your projects with reverse applique

Use fun prints to create your own fashionable fabric belt