What Pattern Notches and Grainlines Tell a New Sewer
The printed grainlines and markings on a pattern piece are meant to help orient your fabric so you don’t have a twisted, wonky garment, pieces that won’t match up, or just a confusing mess of…
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How to Sew Straighter Seams Without Pulling the Fabric
The seam begins to drift, so your hand reaches forward to yank it back. For a moment you think you’re helping. Then the fabric stretches, the seam slants, and the raw edges no longer line…
Why You Should Pay Attention to Seam Allowance Before Sewing
Seam allowances can be easy to overlook since they are hidden and outside the silhouette of the finished project, but seam allowances dictate whether your pattern pieces can be sewn into the final shape. If…
Selecting Fabric for Your First Clothing Sewing Project
Starting a clothing project can feel either very easy or pretty hard even before you stitch a single seam. The fabric you choose determines whether the parts look good on the table, if the parts…