Category: Sewing Alterations

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

How to Alter Prom Dresses

How to Alter Prom Dresses

Posted on by Naomi
Prom dresses can cost as low as $100 to as much as $600 or more. Prom alterations can add another $100 to the cost. There are a variety of things to consider when buying a prom dress. The number of layers can greatly increase the cost to have the dress shortened. If you sew some you can alter the dress yourself with a little skill. Or you...Read More
How to Iron on Patches

How to Iron on Patches

Posted on by Naomi
Especially for kids who play hard, holes can be a frequent problem. These jeans looked new until my three year old wore them to play outside for the afternoon. Iron on patches are the easiest solution to this type of problem. So for your question, how to iron on patches…. These iron on patches can be purchased on amazon for about $7 The only tool you need...Read More

Tool list for beginner sewists

Posted on by Naomi
Naomifata.net  is a participant in the Amazon Services LLC Associates Program, an affiliate advertising program designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to amazon.com.  Tailors chalk Seam ripper Sewing awl (optional) 2 ft ruler or yard stick iron (this is a mid-grade rowenta) Pressing cloth (this protects delicate fabrics when ironing) Tailors ham for ironing (jacket sleeves) Sewing machine...Read More