Silk chiffon… such a dreamy fabric! It can be a challenge to sew, but oh the results! Justine from Sew Country Chick is making a kimono out of silk chiffon, and she’s sharing 10 tips for working with this delicate … Read More...
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Tutorial: Alter a sewing pattern for more room in the butt
Here’s a tutorial for those among us (myself included) who are blessed in the back. An “asset” as my grandmother used to say, though I don’t think she meant it as a pun. Justine from Sew Country Chick shows how … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew your own workout wear
When Justine from Sew Country Chick was complimented on her new workout outfit, she was able to say, “Thanks! I made it myself!” It feels good to say those words, but making your own workout clothes can also save money … Read More...
Tutorial: Sewing buttons down by machine
One of my least favorite (and most stressful for me) sewing tasks is sewing down buttons. When I sew them by hand, they always seem to shift and end up slightly awry. When possible, I prefer to sew them down … Read More...
Read all about it: Sewing with vintage sheets
You can make some super cute projects out of vintage sheets. But, like any sewing project, a good result is often the result of a good fabric choice. Cindy from Cation Designs guest blogs in the Sewing with Vintage Sheets … Read More...
Tutorial: Easy potholder that kids can sew
When you’re teaching a child to sew, easy projects that are quickly completed are the key to helping build excitement and confidence. Justine from Sew Country Chick shares a tutorial for a project that fits the bill – a simple … Read More...
Build Your On Chicken Coop
I’m so envious of those that can have chickens on their property. Fresh eggs and that feeling of getting back to the earth, I just love it! I live in a rural community, but my house is within the city … Read More...
Tutorial: Sew a child’s pullover sweater, traced from a long-sleeved tee
Justine from Sew Country Chick shows how to make a pullover sweater for a small child using a t-shirt as a guide. If you can find any good sweater knit yardage at the fabric store, how about using a thrifted … Read More...
Tutorial: Draft a pencil skirt sew-along
Justine from Sew Country Chick shares a 4-part sew-along for drafting a pattern for a pencil skirt. The fitted skirt is a classic and a wardrobe staple. Depending on your fabric choice and skirt length, it can be made dressy … Read More...
LA fabric district shopping trip with family
I try not to bring my family fabric shopping with me. They generally appreciate that. So when we are traveling and I spy a fabric shop, I generally just pass it up. Justine from Sew Country Chick tells how she … Read More...
Tutorial: Faux shearling lapped seams
If you’re sewing a jacket or hat from shearling (or faux shearling), a lapped seam will give you that signature wooly trim. The wooly part is actually just the seam allowance turned to expose the back side of the shearling. … Read More...
Tutorial: Matching stripes on curved seams
Look at these matched stripes. On a princess seam! It’s matched stripe bliss. Justine from Sew Country Chick shares a tutorial telling how you can achieve perfectly matched stripes, even on curved seams.
Click below for her tutorial showing how … Read More...
Order of garment construction, plus a cheat sheet printable
Most sewing patterns come with instructions telling how to put them together. But when you’re making your own patterns, you’ll have to figure that part out yourself. There’s a standard order of construction that pattern makers use for garment construction. … Read More...
Tutorial: Dip dyed watermelon sundress
Justine from Sew Country Chick shows how you can make this dip dyed watermelon sundress for little girls. It’s a simple little dress to make. It has a halter neck and the bodice is shirred with rows of 1/8″ elastic. … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a cropped halter top from an old t-shirt
Justine from Sew Country Chick shows how you can refashion a t-shirt into this summer-ready cropped halter. The cropped halter gives a fresh new look to a boxy tee that has cool graphics but no shaping. If you don’t already … Read More...
Tutorial: Quick fix for a gaping neckline
It’s no fun discovering that your freshly made garment has a gaping neckline. All that work, to have a flaw front and center. But all is not lost! Justine from Sew Country Chick shares her quick fix for a gaping … Read More...
Tutorial: Draft a simple dolman tee pattern
The relaxed fit of a dolman tee makes it an almost universal wardrobe favorite. Happily, it’s also an easy top to sew. You can even draft your own pattern with no difficulty. Justine from Sew Country Chick shares a tutorial … Read More...
Tutorial: Make a turtleneck using a t-shirt pattern
Justine from Sew Country Chick shows how to make a turtleneck or cowl neck shirt using a t-shirt pattern. With just one simple alteration, your favorite t-shirt pattern can make a turtleneck or a cowl neck.
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Tutorial: In-seam exposed zipper pocket in leather
Justine from Sew Country Chick is making a leather motorcycle jacket for herself. I think she’s my hero for even attempting this. One of the features of the jacket is an in-seam exposed zipper, made more difficult because it’s in … Read More...
Free pattern: Vintage pillowcase peasant dress
Justine from Sew Country Chick shares a free pattern for making this little girl’s peasant style pillowcase dress. It’s absolutely adorable made out of a vintage pillowcase. Lots of trim makes it extra pretty. I’m fairly certain I had those … Read More...
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