DIY sewing

How to shorten a coat with lining

Posted on January 9, 2022May 1, 2023 by Naomi

Affiliate Disclosure How you ever had a coat that was just too long? Maybe you are petite and the store bought coat is awkwardly long. Most coats are relatively easy to alter. It isn't that complicated to shorten a coat with lining. Before altering the coat make sure you know what length will look proportional. Also, it is important to keep in mind the placement of the...Read More

10 minute mending for jackets and snowpants

Posted on March 16, 2020May 1, 2023 by Naomi

No one wants to throw clothes away because of one small (or large) tear, especially when the rest of the article is in perfect condition. This is 10 minute mending. Don't throw these away! The most common problem is a tear along the seam. When this happens you are in luck because these are earily fixable without being noticeable. Look at these recent repairs that have come...Read More

How to repair Vintage Clothing with sewing

Posted on March 11, 2020May 1, 2023 by Naomi

It can be so fun to find vintage clothing in an antique shop or thrift shop. I love the pieces of clothing that come into the shop from a different era. However there can be some challenges when working with vintage clothing. The primary challenge is the brittle material. Perhaps it is dry rot, which is what Circa Vintage Archives addresses in a blog post on Vintage...Read More

How much do prom alterations cost

Posted on February 24, 2020May 1, 2023 by Naomi

Are you concerned about how much prom alterations cost? According to this article on money.com, the average cost of prom is close to $1000. Between the limo, the ticket, the dress, the nails, the shoes, the jewelry, the makeup, and the hair – the costs rise astronomically! Teens and their families often make the mistake of forgetting to budget for dress alterations. Alterations can cost more than...Read More