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Thank you Noe Pattern Testers!

We truly couldn't do this without our incredible testers and want to say a big 'Thank You' for all of their help and insight while putting the final details on the Noe Tank and Dress sewing pattern...

Noe Fitting and Custom Adjustments

Need help perfecting the fit of the Noe Dress and Top pattern? You’ve come to the right place! This post covers the most common fitting adjustments for the Noe. Find fitting posts for each of our p...

Noe Fabric Recommendations

It's time to talk all about one of my favorite parts of the pattern making process: Choosing fabric for the Noe Tank and Dress. When looking for fabrics, I like to begin by searching through a bit ...

Noe Pattern Release

THE NOE SEWING PATTERN IS HERE! Introducing our newest sewing pattern: The Noe Tank and Dress. I can't believe it, but this is our 25th women's pattern release. It's been so rewarding to grow our c...

Bora Sew Along | Sewing the Hem

Bora Sew Along | Sewing the Hem Follow steps 35-38 if adding the hem facing. If you've opted for a double fold hem instead, skip to step 39. 35. SEW THE HEM FACING SIDE SEAMS With the right sides ...

Bora Sew Along | Sew the Invisible Zipper

Bora Sew Along | Sew the Invisible Zipper (All Views) 29. PREP THE ZIPPER If you prefer a bit more visual instruction. We have an IG Reel with steps 29-30 posted HERE. Confirm the fit with a 3/4" ...

Bora Sew Along | Sew the Skirt

Bora Sew Along | Sew the Skirt (All Views) 25. SEW THE FRONT SKIRT SEAMS With the right sides together, sew the center front skirt pieces together. Finish the seam and press to one side. With th...

Bora Sew Along | Sewing the Neckline and Tank (View B)

Bora Sew Along | Sewing the Neckline and Tank (View B Only) 19. SEW THE BODICE SHOULDER SEAMS | TANK VIEW ONLY With the right sides together, sew the front and back main bodice pieces at the sho...

Bora Sew Along | Sewing the Sleeves and Neckline (View A)

Bora Sew Along | Sewing the Sleeves and Neckline (View A Only) 8. SEW THE OPTIONAL BACK TIES | SLEEVE VIEW ONLY With the right sides together, fold the tie in half lengthwise. Reduce the stitch l...

Bora Sew Along | Sew the Bodice

Bora Sew Along | Sew the Bodice 4. SEW THE SIDE FRONT TO THE CENTER FRONT BODICE FOR THE MAIN AND LINING Pin and sew the side front bodice to the center front bodice. Repeat for the lining. Tr...

Bora Sew Along | Staystitching, Fusing Pattern Pieces

Bora Sew Along | Stay Stitching, Fusing Pattern Pieces & Finish Center Back 1. SEAM ALLOWANCE & STAYSTITCH THE MAIN BODICE NECKLINE Unless noted, the seam allowance included is 3/8" (1 cm...

Bora Sew Along | Getting Started

To help you in your sewing, we’re happy to be sharing a step by step Bora Sew Along. This sew along features photos for the entire sewing process! In addition to the sew along, we also have communi...

Thank You Bora Sewing Pattern Testers!

We truly couldn't do this without our incredible testers and want to say a big 'Thank You' for all of their help and insight while putting the final details on the Bora Dress pattern. Versions shar...

Bora Dress Fitting and Custom Adjustments

Looking for assistance fitting the Bora Dress sewing pattern? You’ve come to the right place! This post will cover the most common fitting adjustments you may need for the Bora. Find fitting posts ...

Bora Dress Fabric Recommendations and Inspiration

Now, we get to chat about one of my favorite topics, Bora Dress Fabric Recommendations. Before choosing fabrics, I love spending a bit of time getting inspiration from ready-to-wear looks. Below is...

Bora Dress Pattern Release

THE BORA SEWING PATTERN HAS ARRIVED! Meet our latest: The Bora Dress! Designing woven dresses is my favorite, and it seems you love them just as much. The Bora is the kind of dress that works from...

Tutorial | Wren Lower Neckline

I was lucky to partner with Style Makers Fabrics and create an outfit using their Spring collection. I love seeing the fabric collections they launch. They always curate a collection to inspire you...

Rivi Sew Along | Hem & Sew Buttons

You are just about done with your Rivi! Prep the hem by stitching a fold guide at 1/4” (0.6 cm). Press the hem up 1/4” (0.6 cm), wrong sides together. Fold the hem up again at 3/8” (1 cm) and pi...

Rivi Sew Along | Sew the Sleeves

It's time to sew the sleeves. We will start with the long sleeves. If sewing the short sleeves, skip to sewing the sleeve underseam. Look for the steps below with the short blue chambray sleeves. I...

Rivi Sew Along | Sew the Side Seam Slits

In this post, we will be sewing the side seams with side slits, also with French seams. If you do not include side slits, skip this first step and sew the side seams with French seams. If you prefe...

Rivi Sew Along | Sew the Pockets

In this post, we will go over adding pockets to the dress view. These are inseam pockets sewn with French seams. If you prefer a video tutorial, sewing the pockets (steps 23-26) can be found on you...

Rivi Sew Along | Sew the Collar & Collar Stand

There are a few ways to attach a collar to a collar stand. This is my favorite way to do it, and I hope you enjoy it. If you prefer a video tutorial, sewing the collar (steps 15-22) can be found on...

Rivi Sew Along | Assemble the Bodice & Placket

In this post, you will see the bodice come together. Each seam is sewn three times, so it is a bit tedious, but take your time; hopefully, you will find it satisfying. We are using a chambray with...

Rivi Sew Along | Stay Stitching, Fused Pattern Pieces & Sewing Darts

Just a note, our photo sew along will illustrate the blouse views; the instructions are the same when sewing the dress. The tutorial will illustrate sewing the joined seams with a French seam. It i...

Rivi Sew Along | Getting Started

To help you in your sewing experience, we’re thrilled to share the Rivi Sew Along. This sew along features step-by-step photos for the entire sewing process! In addition to the sew along, we also h...

Thank You Rivi Sewing Pattern Testers!

We were so lucky to work with a wonderful group to test the Rivi Blouse and Dress pattern. We’re so grateful to them for all their excitement and insight while perfecting the Rivi. Versions shared ...

Rivi Blouse & Dress Fitting and Custom Adjustments

Looking for assistance fitting the Rivi sewing pattern? You’ve come to the right place! We have put this post together to cover the most common fitting adjustments you may need for the Rivi. Find f...

Rivi Blouse and Dress Fabric Recommendations and Inspiration

Now, for my favorite subject, Rivi Fabric Recommendations. Before choosing fabrics, I often look to ready-to-wear inspiration. Below is a quick preview, but you can find even more inspo on the Rivi...

Rivi Blouse and Dress Release

THE RIVI SEWING PATTERN IS HERE! Meet our latest sewing pattern: The Rivi Blouse and Dress! For years, I have wanted to include a button-down blouse in our collection. My goal with the Rivi was to ...

Tess Sew Along | Sleeve Hems or Armbands

In this installment of the Tess Sew Along, we’ll finish the dress or top by hemming the sleeves or attaching armbands for the tank view. Unless noted, the seam allowance included is 3/8″ (1 cm) for...

Tess Sew Along | Dress Side Seams, Slit, and Hem

In this installment of the Tess Sew Along, we’ll sew the side seams, slits, and hem for the dress view. Unless noted, the seam allowance included is 3/8″ (1 cm) for joined seams. SEW SIDE SEAMS &am...

Tess Sew Along | Sleeves and Top Side Seams

In this installment of the Tess Sew Along, we’ll attach the sleeves for sleeved views and sew the top side seams. Our sew-along sample includes long sleeves, but the construction is the same for th...

Tess Sew Along | Prepare and Sew Neckline

It’s time to begin the sewing portion of our Tess Sew Along, we’ll start by preparing our pattern pieces and sewing the neckline. Unless noted, the seam allowance included is 3/8″ (1 cm) for joined...

Tess Sew Along | Getting Started

To help you in your sewing experience, we’re thrilled to share the Tess Dress and Top Sew Along. This sew along features step-by-step photos for the entire sewing process! In addition to the sew al...

Sewing Tips | How to Use Fusible Hem Tape

Struggling to get a professional looking hem that isn’t too stretched out when sewing with lightweight knit fabrics? Using fusible hem tape is a great way to stabilize hems, keep them from stretchi...

Sewing Tips | Why Ironing is Important

Why should you iron your sewing projects? It may seem like an unnecessary step but, the truth is that ironing/pressing is almost as important as sewing an accurate seam. In this installment of our ...

Sewing Tip | Stabilizing Knit Shoulder Seams

Using a lightweight knit and having a hard time keeping the shoulder seams from growing? This installment of our sewing tips series will help as we cover two ways to stabilize the shoulder seams on...

Thank You Tess Sewing Pattern Testers!

We were so lucky to work with a wonderful group to test the Tess Dress and Top Pattern. We’re so grateful to them for all their excitement and insight while perfecting the Tess. Versions shared on ...

Tess Dress and Top Fitting and Custom Adjustments

Looking for assistance fitting the Tess Dress and Top sewing pattern? You’ve come to the right place! We have put this post together to cover the most common fitting adjustments you may need for th...

Tess Dress and Top Fabric Recommendations and Inspiration

Now for my favorite subject, some Tess Dress and Top Fabric Recommendations. Before choosing fabrics, I often look at ready-to-wear inspiration for help when choosing colors and substrates. Below i...

Tess Dress and Top Release

THE TESS SEWING PATTERN IS HERE! Meet our latest sewing pattern: The Tess Dress and Top! My goal with the Tess was to create a well-fitting tee and dress packed with options to make it feel anythin...

Sewing Tip | Two Ways to Sew Straps

In this installment of our sewing tips series, we’re covering two ways to sew straps for your handmade clothing and accessories: Turning and the Fold and Topstitch method. In addition to sewing str...

Sewing Tip | All About Understitching

Have a sewing pattern that suggests understitching, but don’t know what that means? We’re here to help with this post all about understitching and why it’s a sewing technique I never skip. Let’s ge...

Hayes Sew Along | Finish Dress and Skirt Waistband

It's time to wrap up the Hayes Sew Along by attaching the skirt to the dress bodice and adding a waistband to the skirt. Let's get going. DRESS | SEW THE BODICE TO THE SKIRT If sewing the dress, wi...