Learn how to draft a bodice with a sweetheart neckline from a basic bodice sloper.
Shirring or smocking is a very easy method that I've used for my blue blue dress a...
Because I (nor my friend Jess) can never understand the directions written on the ...
French seams can be a great substitute to a surger and really finish the garment o...
I learned this through many japanese smocking books. It is quite easy and fast to...
I searched high and low for an alternative to the facing used on Burda's Jakob shi...
Once you master this trick you won't want to make seams any other way! I've use...
you should try it too! its very easy and cheap and you will definately have lots o...
An alternative method of creating garments to using patterns constructed in standa...
Using a custom fitted <a href="http://www.burdastyle.com/howtos/show/1709">Basic B...
How to make the pleated trim that I used in my (Afternoon) Tea Top (http://www.bur...
This is how to make pick-ups on a skirt. It's a technique used often on wedding dr...
Choosing the right thread can greatly improve your sewing experience. We thank our...
Here is a quick how to for the Knife Pleat, the most basic and common pleat used i...
It’s often quite tricky to hem anything curved or round depending on severity of t...
French seams encase the raw seam edges securely inside two seams. They’re necessar...
Pressing neckties to feather shape for making brooches/fabric flowers and other ti...
Just starting to use patterns? We know some people are hesitant to use patterns, b...
I guess everyone knows the problem... you can't find good matching buttons. Or you...
Create your own puff sleeve pattern with this simple step to step guide. This pa...
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Make a new pair of chic shorts for summer!
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This cute sheath dress has a sweetheart neckline and a bustier style top!
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