Add Smocked Insert to Lucy
Follow this tutorial to add a smocked insert to the classic Children’s Corner Lucy ! Instructions below use the Lucy pattern released in...
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Tips for Lilah Keyhole Sleeve
We love this Lilah puff sleeve featuring a keyhole opening with ties. This sleeve is the perfect touch for your next outfit. Susan shows...
The Freezer Paper Technique
Try this method for preparing your smocked bodice for the Sleeveless Olivia Add-On! Melissa uses freezer paper to easily hold the bodice...
Ginger with Swiss Trim Ruffle
Ginger is an ideal summer sundress! Give your sundress extra flair by using Swiss trim for the ruffle instead of fabric. We used a trim...
Learn to Sew Olivia
Check out our video lesson where Susan teaches both views of Olivia from start to finish. This video lesson is available on our...
Change Waistline on Nora
Every girl we know loves to twirl in a View A Nora. Why not make a slight variation and raise the waist slightly?! In this video, Melissa...
How to Choose Thread (Poly/Cotton)
Cathy and Emily talk about different kinds of thread (50 & 80 Weight Cotton Threads and Metrosene Poly Thread) and when we suggest to use...
How to Curve a Square Neck Pattern
Melissa explains how to adjust your square neck bodice pattern piece to into a rounded neck. You will need a round object (like a plastic...
How to Choose a Lining Fabric
Cathy and Emily talk about what to consider when choosing the lining fabric to use on your next garment. This includes considering the...
How to Wrap Piping for Storage
Try out this easy way to store your corded piping to keep it organized! Greta shows you this simple figure 8 technique and you will have...
Lucy with Purse Pocket
Inspired by Lezette Thomason's original purse pocket dress, Melissa took her own take on this fun look. She tweaked the purse design...
Seam Free Pleating
Guest blogger Christine from House of Smocking (a smocking shop located in Evasham, England), shows a technique that we loved. In the...
Scalloped Hem Using DMC Floss
Use this edge finish along the tiny hem of a ruffle or sleeve. The machine will hem the edge as it scallops the DMC embroidery floss....
Learn to Sew Penny
Check out our video lesson Susan teaches both views of Penny from start to finish. Penny is a classic yet unique round yoke dress that...
Learn to Sew Basics for Boys III
This video lesson covers all four views of Basics for Boys III, our collection of our classic, young boys patterns – David, John,...
Julia with Gathered Skirt and Side Seam Pockets
Julia is a beautiful dress with princess seams and a pleated skirt. In this video. Susan envisions the pattern with a simple gathered...
Lee with Pleated Insertion
Our beloved Lee pattern is a classic yoke dress with many variations. Susan explains how to sew a pleated insert into the Lee. In this...
Special Occasion Pillowcase (Burrito Method)
Create this quick and easy pillowcase using the burrito method. Perfect for a festive pillowcase for any season and for any sewing...
Tips for Sewing the Tate Jacket
Tate is our classic double breasted jacket, perfect for cooler weather. In the video below, Susan guides you through some of the harder...
Tech Support: Video Lessons
You've probably landed here because you need some technical guidance- we've got you covered! Watch the video below from 0:00-2:00 to...
Tech Support: Layered PDF Patterns
You've probably landed here because you need some technical guidance- we've got you covered! If you are new to Layered PDF patterns, the...
Madison Bubble
Check out this fresh look for the Madison pattern! Melissa preserves the top portion and redrafts the bottom to turn the romper into an...
Madison Tunic
Shorten the Madison to a tunic length and pair it with bloomers for a darling look. To make an unlined Madison tunic, you will use the...
Ruffle Neck Jordan
Embellish your knit bubble with a simple ruffle at the neck. Shop the Look Pattern: Jordan Fabric: Out of Print Knit by Dear Stella, Knit...
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