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Fashion Sketches: Adding a Digital Background
The next time you draw a fashion sketch or illustration, you might want to add a background, so your model isn’t floating in space. This two-part article will help you do just that. From simple backdrops and gradients to grounding lines and … Continue reading
Reading a Pattern Envelope
Pattern envelopes contain a lot of helpful information. But how can you make heads or tails of the charts and diagrams? Here’s a breakdown of a pattern envelope. Basics: Reading a Pattern Envelope Enjoy!
Ten Tips For Pinning
Pinning is a vital part of sewing, but it can be hard to know what kinds of pins to use, or which direction to place your pins. Part of our “basics” series, this new article contains ten tips to help you improve your … Continue reading
Seven Seam Finishes
To produce a high-quality garment, you need to finish your seam allowances. Unfortunately, most patterns don’t include directions for seam-finishing, which means you must learn this on your own. To help you out, here are seven seam-finishing techniques. They range from quick-and-easy to couture, so … Continue reading
1915 Undergarments (In Miniature)
Every year, Your Wardrobe Unlock’d holds a costume competition. Costumers from around the world send in photos of the historical costumes they’ve made, and readers vote for their favorites. The winner gets a decent prize, along with public recognition of their skills. I’ve entered … Continue reading
My Top Ten Sewing Tools
Everyone has certain sewing tools they couldn’t work without. Here’s a list of my top ten favorites! New Article: My Top Ten Sewing Tools Enjoy!
Lord of the Rings Makeover
I found something amazing at a California thrift store. . . . But it needed a little work to make it shine. A short diary about my makeover of Arwen’s coronation gown, from The Lord of the Rings: The Return … Continue reading
10 (Unconventional) Sewing Hacks
Instead of running to the fabric store to buy more sewing tools, take a look around your kitchen or home office! Here’s a look at ten items you might find useful in the sewing room. New Article: 10 (Unconventional) Sewing Hacks … Continue reading
Improve Your Fashion Sketches
If you’re learning how to draw your own fashion sketches, these ten tips will help you out! New Tutorial: Improve Your Fashion Sketches Enjoy!
Winter Sign-up Special!
Thinking about signing up for sewing classes? Take advantage of our winter special! Bring this coupon to your first class and you’ll get $10 off!