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Tess Sew Along | Sleeve Hems or Armbands

In this installment of the Tess Sew Along, we’ll finish the dress or top by hemming the sleeves or attaching armbands for the tank view. Unless noted, the seam allowance included is 3/8″ (1 cm) for...

Tess Sew Along | Dress Side Seams, Slit, and Hem

In this installment of the Tess Sew Along, we’ll sew the side seams, slits, and hem for the dress view. Unless noted, the seam allowance included is 3/8″ (1 cm) for joined seams. SEW SIDE SEAMS &am...

Tess Sew Along | Sleeves and Top Side Seams

In this installment of the Tess Sew Along, we’ll attach the sleeves for sleeved views and sew the top side seams. Our sew-along sample includes long sleeves, but the construction is the same for th...

Tess Sew Along | Prepare and Sew Neckline

It’s time to begin the sewing portion of our Tess Sew Along, we’ll start by preparing our pattern pieces and sewing the neckline. Unless noted, the seam allowance included is 3/8″ (1 cm) for joined...

Tess Sew Along | Getting Started

To help you in your sewing experience, we’re thrilled to share the Tess Dress and Top Sew Along. This sew along features step-by-step photos for the entire sewing process! In addition to the sew al...

Hayes Sew Along | Finish Dress and Skirt Waistband

It's time to wrap up the Hayes Sew Along by attaching the skirt to the dress bodice and adding a waistband to the skirt. Let's get going. DRESS | SEW THE BODICE TO THE SKIRT If sewing the dress, wi...

Hayes Sew Along | Assemble Skirt

It's time to put the skirt of the Hayes pattern together. Let's get started. OPEN BACK DRESS | SEW & UNDERSTITCH THE CENTER BACK CASING If sewing the open back, with the right sides together, s...

Hayes Sew Along | Finishing the Bodice

In this post we'll finish up the bodice for the Hayes Dress, getting it ready to attach to the skirt and hem the Hayes Top. OPEN BACK DRESS | SEW THE OPEN BACK If sewing the open back dress, turn t...

Hayes Sew Along | Attach Sleeves and Sew Sides

The bodice is starting to take shape, here we'll continue to put it together by attaching the sleeves and sewing the side seams. TOP & DRESS | SEW THE SLEEVE TO THE SLEEVE LINING With the right...

Hayes Sew Along | Assemble Bodice and Sew Neckline

Your Hayes will start taking shape as we begin assembling the bodice and sewing the neckline in this installment of the Hayes Sew Along. TOP & DRESS | FINISHING BODICE SEAMS The bodice will be ...

Hayes Sew Along | Staystitching, Interfacing, & Ties

Before we begin assembling your dress or set, there are a few things to prepare. We'll start with staystitching and adding fusible interfacing. Unless noted, the seam allowance included is 3/8" (1 ...

Hayes Sew Along | Getting Started

To help you in your sewing experience, we're thrilled to share the Hayes Sew Along. This sew along features step-by-step photos for the entire sewing process! In addition to the sew along, we also ...

Reya Sew Along | Sew the Waistband & Hem

In this post, we will finish the Reyas by sewing the waistband and the hem! You are so close to finishing. PREP THE WAISTBAND CASING Prep the waist casing by stitching a fold guide just under 3/8”...

Reya Sew Along | Sew the Inseams & Rise

In this post, we will be sewing the inseam and the rise seams. SEW THE FRONT & BACK INSEAM With the right sides together, sew the front and back inseam at 3/8” (1 cm). Use the notches to match ...

Reya Sew Along | Sew the Side Pockets & Side Seams

In this post, we will be sewing the side pockets and side seams. SEW THE SIDE SEAMS WITHOUT POCKETS If omitting the side seam pockets, sew the side seams right sides together at 1/2” (1.25 cm). Fin...

Reya Sew Along | Sew the Back Pockets

In this post, we will be sewing the back patch pockets. If omitting the back pockets, skip to this post here. PREP THE BACK POCKETS Finish the sides and bottom of the back pockets. Next press the t...

Reya Sew Along | Sew the Pin Tuck

In this post, we will be sewing the front pin tuck. This is the primary design element of the Reya pants, and I'm embarrassed to admit I have forgotten to sew it. So, I always try to sew it first....

Reya Sew Along | Prep Pattern & Sew the Drawstring

In this post, we are going to prepare our pattern by marking our pattern, adding fusible, and sewing the drawstring. Sewing the drawstring is not hard, but it's not my favorite part, so I like to g...

Reya Sew Along | Getting Started

When cutting your fabric and pattern, here are a few important notes to remember: Your fabric should be pre-washed the same way you plan to launder your garment. Read the information on each patte...

Ivie Sew Along | Sew the Skirt Ties & Skirt Waistband

In this post, we are going over our last steps to finish the Ivie Skirt. SKIRT | SEW THE SKIRT WAIST DRAWSTRING TIES With the wrong sides together, press the short ends in at 3/8” (1 cm). With the ...

Ivie Sew Along | Sew the Dress Waist Casing

In this post, we will sew the waist casing for the dress views. If you are finishing a set, you can finish the skirt here. DRESS | SEW THE BODICE TO THE SKIRT With the right sides together, sew the...

Ivie Sew Along | Sew the Pockets & Skirt Tiers

In this post, we will add the optional pockets and sew the skirt tiers if you are sewing the dress or skirt. SKIRT & DRESS | SEW THE SKIRT SIDE SEAMS WITHOUT POCKETS If omitting the skirt pock...

Ivie Sew Along | Sew Neckline & Hem Top Bodice

In this post, we are going to sew the neckline bias casing. This is the same construction for all views. Then, if you are sewing just the top, we will finish the hem. We have a video of the necklin...

Ivie Sew Along | Sew Cap or 3/4 Sleeves

In this post, we will be sewing the cap sleeves but the sewing instructions are the same if sewing the 3/4 sleeves. If sewing the tank view, you can find that post here. TOP OR DRESS WITH SLEEVES |...

Ivie Sew Along | Sew Tank Sleeve

In this post, we will be sewing the tank top or dress ruffle sleeves. If sewing the cap or 3/4 sleeves skip to this post here. TANK OR TANK DRESS | HEM THE RUFFLE SLEEVES Prep the hem (the longer s...

Ivie Sew Along | Prep Pattern, Sew Drawstrings & Bodice

In this post, we are going to prepare our pattern by marking our pattern, finishing a few seams, adding a bit of fusible, and making our neckline drawstring. SEAM ALLOWANCE, MARKINGS Unless noted, ...

Ivie Sew Along | Getting Started

To help you in your sewing experience, we're thrilled to share the Ivie Sew Along. This sew along features step-by-step photos for the entire sewing process! In addition to the sew along, we also h...

Den Sew Along | Sew Yoke, Shoulders, and Sleeves

SEW THE BACK YOKE TO THE BACK With the right sides together, pin and sew the back yoke to the back. Finish and press the seams up. Optional: Topstitch the seam at 1/4" (0.6 cm) from the seam edg...

Den Sew Along | Add Buttons or Snaps

ADD BUTTONS OR SNAPS TO THE CENTER FRONT Try on the jacket to mark the buttonholes/snaps before sewing. The center front is 5/8" (1.5 cm) from the front edge. The pattern is designed for 1/2" (1...

Den Sew Along | Attach Collar and Topstitch Placket

ATTACH THE UNDER COLLAR Starting at the front neckline, pin the right side of the under collar to the right side of the neckline where the extension begins. Match the notches along the neckline. ...

Den Sew Along | Sew Front Placket and Hem

The following steps are for the jacket lining only. If you aren't lining your Den Jacket, skip to the next post: Sew Front Placket and Hem UNLINED ONLY | ADD THE SLEEVE CUFF FACING TO THE HEM This ...

Den Sew Along | Prepare and Sew Jacket Lining

The following steps are for the jacket lining only. If you aren't lining your Den Jacket, skip to the next post: Sew Front Placket and Hem PREP THE BACK NECK FACING If you're adding a lining, now i...

Den Sew Along | Sew and Attach Pockets

PREP THE SIDE POCKETS Sew a fold guide on the side pocket facing on the long side without notches, just under 3/8" (1 cm). Press the edge in 3/8" (1 cm), wrong sides together. The pocket facing ...

Den Sew Along | Staystitching, Interfacing, and Collar

SEAM ALLOWANCE, MARKINGS & NECKLINE STAYSTITCHING Unless noted, the seam allowance included is 3/8" (1 cm) for joined seams. Clip or mark the notches. Notches are indicated on the pattern by "T...

Den Sew Along | Getting Started

To help you in your sewing experience, we're thrilled to share the Den Sew Along. This sew along features step-by-step photos for the entire sewing process! In addition to the sew along, we also ha...

Crew Sew Along | Sew Inseam and Rise

SEW INSEAMS With the right sides together, sew the inseams with a 3/8" (1 cm) seam allowance. Finish the seams together and press towards the back. Repeat for the other side. SEW RISE Put one le...

Crew Sew Along | Sew Zipper and Side Seams

FINISH THE SIDE SEAMS Finish the front and back side seams separately on all four pieces. MARK THE STITCHING ON THE WEARER'S LEFT SIDE SEAM Take the wearer's left front and left back pieces. The...

Crew Sew Along | Prepare Pockets

OPTIONAL POCKET FACING 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 the right side of the under pocket lining. Edgestitch in p...

Crew Sew Along | Interfacing, Pleats, and Darts

SEAM ALLOWANCE & MARKINGS Unless noted, the seam allowance included is 3/8" (1 cm) for joined seams. The side seams have a 3/4" (2 cm) seam allowance to allow for the side seam lapped zipper. T...

Crew Sew Along | Getting Started

We are happy to bring you a sew along for the Aria Top sewing pattern. The sew along features step-by-step photos for the entire sewing process! In addition to the sew along, we also have community...

Crew Sew Along | Sew Hem and Finishing

STITCH HEM GUIDE AT 1/2″ (1.2 CM) & FOLD EDGE UP Prep the hem by stitching a fold guide at 1/2" (1.2 cm). Press the hem up 1/2" (1.2 cm), wrong sides together. FOLD AGAIN AT 1 3/4″ (4.5 ...

Crew Sew Along | Sew Waistband

BASTE STITCH THE BELT LOOPS Pin the belt loops right sides together at the waistline. Line up the raw edge of the two loops with the center front pleats. One belt loop will be at the center back...

Aria Sew Along | Mini Aria View A

If sewing the Mini Aria, View A (high back) requires a button-back opening. The construction is slightly different from the adult version. If sewing View B (low back), you can follow the adult sew ...

Aria Sew Along | Sew Side Seams and Hem

SEW THE SIDE SEAMS With the right sides together, sew the front and back bodice side seams, matching the side seam notch. Finish the seams and press to the back. SEW A FOLD GUIDE ON THE SLEEVE AN...