Waterfall Raglan Sew Along | Gathering & Attaching Ruffle

Before you begin to sew, we recommend that you read over all of the instructions and make sure you are familiar with the seam allowances and markings. Our first step is to assemble the fronts and backs of the raglan by attaching the ruffles. This does not apply to View A, so if you are

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Waterfall Raglan Sew Along | Getting Started

We are excited to add the Waterfall Raglan Sew Along to our library. In this sew along we will be sewing View B, the women’s ruffle top. The steps are the same for View C and for both of the mini Waterfall views. We hope that this sew along will provide all of the information

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Orchid Fabric Recommendations and Inspiration

The anticipation of a new project is always an exciting part of the creative process for me. The seemingly endless possibilities are simultaneously thrilling and daunting. I’ve put together this post filled with Orchid Midi fabric recommendations and inspiration to help you through this part of the process. Prior to selecting fabric, I like to

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Sewing Tips | How to Sew the Pony Tank V-neck

The Pony Tank is our knit pattern that features a V-neckline. We want you to have success from your first attempt at sewing this pattern. With just a few steps and careful sewing, you’ll have a beautiful neckline in your new Pony Tank or dress. This tutorial will demonstrate, step by step, how to sew

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Orchid Sew Along | Sew Waistband Casing and Attach Bodice to Skirt

Your Orchid dress is so close to being finished! We’ll wrap up our sewing by constructing the waistband casing and then attach the bodice to the skirt. PREP WAISTBAND CASING With the right sides together, sew the waistband center back seam, and press the seam open. Prep the waistband casing hem by stitching a baste

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Orchid Sew Along | Sew Mitered Corners and Hem Skirt

It’s time to sew the mitered corners and hem the skirt. We’ll start by prepping the hem. PREP HEM Prep the hem by stitching a baste stitch 3/8” (1 cm) from the cut edge of the hem and slit extension. Use this stitch line as a guide to fold the hem and sides of the

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Orchid Sew Along | Sew Pockets and Side Seams

Now we will begin to assemble the skirts. We’ll start by sewing the pockets and move to sew the skirt side seams. ATTACH THE POCKET FACING TO THE UNDER POCKET LINING Finish the angled edge of the pocket facing or fold it under at 3/8” (1 cm). Pin the pocket facing right side up to

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