Category: Sewing Alterations

Sewing clothing alterations is not that hard. Learn to alter ready made clothes for a perfect fit.

Learn how to hem pants

Learn how to hem pants

Posted on by Naomi
Especially if you are short this skill could save you a lot of money in alteration fees. First understand the types of hems. Some pants have what is referred to as a blind hem, which isn't seen from the front side of the fabric. Other pants like jeans have a top stitched hem, which shows the stitching on the outside. Note that dress pants traditionally have a...Read More
How to lower the neckline of a knit

How to lower the neckline of a knit

Posted on by Naomi
Have you ever bought a shirt and found that the neck is just a little too high for your comfort? Maybe the shirt is too close to your collar bone or gets in the way of your favorite necklace. Learn how to lower the neckline When you basic sewing skills you can alter the neckline to your liking. A client brought me this Coldwater Creek shirt, complaining...Read More
How to repair your sewing machine

How to repair your sewing machine

Posted on by Naomi
Sewing Machine Repair - can you do it yourself? The other day I was sewing along at a steady pace, trying to finish the raw edges of a slipcover when this machine started making funny noises. I dreaded the thought of this machine being out of commission. If I had to take it to the sewing machine repair shop it would take several weeks to fix. I...Read More