sewing tips

Rolled passe: “Burrito method”

The pattern piece for the upper back is called the yoke. The back part can be sewn on with folds or ruffles. The yoke often ends at the shoulder seam,...

PATCH POCKETS

Prepare the patch pockets for the front piece. After you have ironed all seam allowances with 1cm, the opening of the upper edge of the bag is folded in and...

NECK HOLE SECURITY

A shaping tape is sewn or ironed onto the front and back neckline to stabilize the garment. Sew the shaping ribbon to the neckline of the front and back pieces...

BREAST STITCHES

We start by sewing the bust darts. A simple, straight dart is, after the exact transfer of the pattern and paying close attention to the marking, on the wrong side...

RIGHT/LEFT SEAM

Here we show you how to sew a right/left seam, also known as a French seam. The seams of lighter and/or transparent woven fabrics are beautifully finished and you don't...

CUT SEAM ALLOWANCES

For curves and corners, seam allowances are shortened with scissors and cut or cut off. The corners are not too thick when turning and the seam allowances can be nice...