Add Hand Smocking to an Adult Garment with these 5 Patterns
Smocking for adults is simple with these 5 patterns.
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Shirring, Smocking, What's the Difference?
The differences between shirring and smocking are explained and substituting one sewing pattern for another is discussed.
Fun Onesies you can Stitch for Baby
Embellishing a purchased onesie with a simple applique and some easy embroidery makes an adorable and very useful gift for a new baby.
Sewing a Baby Swaddle Blanket Two Ways
New moms need tons of swaddle blankets. In this video tutorial learn how to quickly sew up one using a serger or sewing machine.
Lil' Honey: Adding a Drawstring to a Knit Baby Day Gown.
The Lil' Honey pattern can be used to make an adorable day gown complete with a drawstring bottom. This video tutorial will show how.
Curved Smocking Tutorial & Free Hello Ducky Smocking Plate
A video tutorial show to stitch curved smocking and the free Hello Ducky Smocking plate.
Rosebud: Sewing a Knit Baby Daygown or Bunting.
Our easy to sew button or snap down the front Rosebud pattern can easily be altered to create a Baby Bunting that is perfect for a boy or...
Finishing Soft Fabrics with a French Binding: Video Tutorial
A step by step video tutorial on how to add a French (Double) Binding to a garment to finish the edges.
Sewing for Baby: An Easy Duck Applique Pattern.
A video tutorial and free pattern on how to add a duck applique to a baby blanket or a child's outfit.
How to Interline a Winter Coat with Thinsulate
A Thinsulate Interlining is an additional layer of fabric sewn to the lining of the coat to add warmth. This post shows how to add one.
Lessons Learned Sewing & Interlining a Winter Coat.
The first winter coat I sewed turned out beautifully because of these steps I took to ensure success.
Upgrading a Sewing Machine: How to Choose the Best Machine
General Considerations and features to look for when purchasing and upgrading your sewing machine.
Paper Sewing Patterns vs. Digital Sewing Patterns - 7 Factors to Consider?
When trying to decide between purchasing a paper or digital sewing pattern, consider these 7 factors.
Smocking Tutorial: The Van Dyke Stitch
A video smocking tutorial on how to stitch the Van Dyke smocking stitch.
Meet Flora!
Flora is one of the newest patterns from Pink Hollybush Designs and today I would like to tell you a little more about her. Flora is a...
Digital Patterns - Pros and Cons
Here is a list of the pros and cons of digital sewing patterns.
Meet LIl' Honey & Rosebud!
I know you want to smock and sew for that precious bundle of joy, but mamas need easy care and comfortable knit garments that will...
Understanding Voile Fabric
Voile is one of my favorite fabrics to sew with, especially for summer. If you have never tried this fabric, here is a little background...
A Rayon Breezy Blouse
Hints for sewing with rayon fabric and for sewing the Breezy Blouse Pattern.
A Simple Mock Cuff Sewing Tutorial
A love a bubble for a little boy and I made this simple romper from our fun Narwhal fabric and the Sailor Bubble pattern by Michie Moony....
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