She Makes | A Sewing Blog
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My elder son is a 10th grader and in high school marching band. I volunteer for the uniform team, which helps take care of the students’ marching garments. …
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Let’s get down to business: This upcycled/reimagined ruffle skirt of many skirts. …
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I’m on the verge of completing an upcycling project: this patchwork skirt of neutrals with “more.”
The title says most of it, gang. I’m in fashion school. That’s why you haven’t seen me around here (or on IG) in an age. Last summer I got to thinking about Sie Macht, patternmaking, and general worky stuff. I was disappointed by how little I was making with the blog and pattern sales. (BTW, […]
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One of the most essential components of a well-fitted garment is the dart. Let’s dive into the world of darts and explore the different types of darts in sewing. […]
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Do you yearn to be a “smooth operator,” a sewist who knows how to fix puckered fabric? In this article, we’ll cover why puckering happens, why it’s important to fix, and preventative measures and quick fixes. […]