In this post we’ll look at the different types of pockets; specifically, 8 kinds of pockets, and where they might be used! If you’d like a more in-depth overview of pockets, this post on pockets covers the different styles of pockets, and more creative ways to use them. I also have an article on the …
There are many uses of pockets, going back thousands of years – I’m talking BC here! – when pockets were used to carry valuable items. Back then pockets were more like pouches, but over time, despite pockets still being used for the same reasons, they have evolved into something else. Fast forward to 2019 and …
If you’re into sewing, you will probably at some point need to know how to put eyelets in fabric. Eyelets – and grommets too for that matter – are circles made from metal, that can be inserted into fabric to create a clean finished hole. There are usually two parts to eyelets and when pressure …
There are many different types of sleeves used in fashion design and for good reason – the sleeve choice used on a garment can make it look fabulous, or date it to the point that nobody wants to wear it. In addition, people who are worried about showing of their upper arm area often look …
This post is the first in a series all about pockets. Whether you love pockets for their ability to hide your hands and protect them from the cold winter months, or you just like to add to your hand sewn clothes with a dramatic or funky pattern, this series of posts all about pockets will …
I’ve previously covered how to sew buttonholes with a sewing machine, so today, we’ll take a look at the different types of buttonholes – and the different ways you can make them! Buttons and buttonholes are a popular alternative to zippers and other clothing fasteners with buttons being in existence since the 13th century. While …
While not the most sustainable fastenings for clothing, zippers are everywhere and are used in most clothing types. As someone who wants to sew their own clothes, you will need to learn how to insert zippers for a clean finish. This can feel quite daunting if you’ve never sewn a zipper before which is why …
With more and more people around the world deciding to learn sewing in order to sew their own clothes, knowing the different ways that a garment can be fastened is important. Today, you’re going to learn about the different clothes fastenings that can be used across the many types of clothing, whether to fasten a …