Author Archives: professorpincushion

Pincushion Pumpkin

A fun alternative to carving, this Halloween pumpkin looks like a pincushion and is perfect for anyone who loves sewing.

With your full bodice patterns drafted, learn how to assemble them to mix and match skirts for the creation of a dress.

Give your pet a classy look this Halloween with our Renaissance Costume. We demonstrate how to make a hat and collar.

This tutorial demonstrates how to create your own neckline and armhole facing pattern pieces.

This tutorial is part of a series for creating a full bodice pattern. This video tackles drafting the back bodice.

If you're going to be sewing garments, it's important to know what grainline is and how to use it for making the best looking clothes.

This is part of our full bodice pattern series. This one is for drafting the front bodice.

Learn some tips and tricks to using a wing needle and doing hemstitching.

Learn how to make some fancy fingerless gloves from cozy fleece and stretch lace.

Does your kitchen need a little lift? Make this cute tea towel with contrasting fabric and decorative stitching. It also makes a great gift.