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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...

Aria Sew Along | Sew Facing Neckline

LOW BACK | SEW THE TIES If sewing the high back view with facings, skip to Sewing the Facing Shoulder Seams instructions below. With the right sides together, fold the ties in half lengthwise. Redu...

Aria Sew Along | Sew Bias Neckline

BIAS NECKLINE | SEW THE SHORT ENDS OF THE BIAS With the right sides together, fold the bias neckband in half. Sew the short seams of the bias neckband together. Press the seam open. ATTACH BIAS ...

Aria Sew Along | Prepare Neckline, Sew Shoulder Seams

SEAM ALLOWANCE, MARKINGS & STAYSTITCH THE NECKLINE Unless noted, the seam allowance included is 3/8″ (1 cm) for joined seams. Clip or mark the notches. The notches are indicated by ‘T’ marks ...

Aria Sew Along | Getting Started

Shay Dress Sew Along | Button Placket and Finishing View B

SEW TIER 1 TO THE BODICE With the right sides together, sew the tier 1 skirt to the right side of the bodice main. Finish the seam and press towards the bodice. TURN RIGHT SIDE OUT Turn t...

Shay Dress Sew Along | Zipper and Finishing View A

Let's finish up View A! SEW TIER 1 TO THE BODICE With the right sides together, sew the tier 1 skirt to the right side of the bodice main. Make sure not to catch the bodice lining. Remove...

Shay Dress Sew Along | Sew & Gather Skirt Tiers

SEW TIER 1 SKIRT With the right sides together, sew the tier 1 front and back pieces at the side seams. There are three pieces. Leave the center back finished edges (View A) or center front edge (V...

Shay Dress Sew Along | Sew and Attach Sleeves

PREP THE SLEEVE PIN TUCKS Mark the pin tucks on the right side of the sleeves. I try to do this right after I cut the sleeve pattern pieces if my fabric is shifty. There are four parallel lines 1" ...

Shay Dress Sew Along | Sew Bodice and Neckline, Finish Tank Armhole

SEW THE SIDE BODICE TO THE CENTER BODICE FOR MAIN AND LINING Pin the side front bodice pieces to the center front bodice. Pin the side back pieces to the center back bodice pieces. Repeat for the l...

Shay Dress Sew Along | Preparing the Bodice

Unless noted the seam allowance included is 3/8" ( 1 cm) for joined seams. First, clip or mark notches indicated by 'T' marks. STAYSTITCH THE MAIN BODICE NECKLINE Before handling your cut pieces...

Shay Sew Along | Getting Started

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

Isle Jeans Sew Along | Sew Front Rise, Attach Zipper & Sew Front Fly

In this post, we'll be constructing the front fly and attaching the zipper to our jeans. We will begin by sewing the front rise. SEW THE BOTTOM OF THE FRONT RISE Pin the front rise with the right s...

Isle Jeans Sew Along | Add Interfacing, Prep Center Fly & Sew Darts

We'll begin sewing our jeans by transferring markings, prepping the center fly, adding interfacing, and sewing the darts. SEAM ALLOWANCE, MARKINGS & TOPSTITCHING Unless noted, the seam allowanc...

Isle Jean Sew Along | Getting Started

We are happy to bring you a sew along for the Isle Jeans pattern. We will be sewing the wide leg view since the construction is the same for each view. The sew along features step-by-step photos fo...

Isle Jeans Sew Along | Topstitch Fly, Sew Buttonholes, Attach Buttons & Sew Hems

It's time to finish our jeans! We'll add the final topstitching to the fly, sew the buttonholes, attach the buttons, and sew the hems. EDGESTITCH ZIPPER ON THE WEARER’S RIGHT SIDE Using a zipper fo...

Isle Jeans Sew Along | Sew & Attach Belt Loops & Waistband Facing

In this post, we'll be sewing and attaching our belt loops. We'll also attach our waistband facing. SEW THE BELT LOOPS Fold the raw edge of the belt loop in 3/8” (1 cm), wrong sides touching. Fold ...

Isle Jeans Sew Along | Sew Back Rise, Attach Pockets, Sew Inseam & Side Seams

We are going to sew the back rise and move on to prepping and attaching the pockets. Then we'll sew inseam and side seams, which is a great time to check the fit and length of your jeans. SEW THE B...

Sun Tote Sew Along | Attach the Straps & Hem the Top

We're so close to finishing our Sun Tote! We'll wrap up the sew along by attaching the straps, hemming the top and adding an optional pocket snap. ATTACH THE STRAPS Pin the straps to the right sid...

Sun Tote Sew Along | Sew the Flat Felled Seams & French Seams

Now that we've sewn our pockets, we're ready to sew up the bottom and sides of the tote, my favorite part of making the Sun Tote! In this post, we'll demonstrate how to sew the Sun Tote with flat f...

Sun Tote Sew Along | Sew the Straps & Pockets

We are ready to get started sewing! In this post, we'll demonstrate how to mark the pocket placements, sew the straps, and attach the patch pockets. These steps apply to all Sun Tote sizes. SEAM AL...

Sun Tote Sew Along | Getting Started

Welcome to the Sun Tote Sew Along! Over the next four posts, we will be showing you how to sew this unlined bag with flat-felled seams. We will be sewing the size medium but the construction is the...

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Pony Tank Sew Along | Sew Side Seams, Armhole Bands, and Hem

We're going to finish sewing our Pony tank! We'll conclude the sew along by sewing the side seams, attaching the armhole bands, and sewing the hem. SEW SIDE SEAMS With the right sides together, sew...