Tips for BabyLock’s Knit Binder Attachment

After three separate days of practice spread over a few…

Upcycling a Yukata into a Summer Dress: How I did it (Step‑by‑step)

Yukatas (summer kimonos) are pretty, but not always the most…

Sewing a Skirt with Easy Side Pockets

Here's my sewing pattern I used to upcycle a fluffy…

Layered Lace Skirt with Pockets – Pattern & Sewing Notes

Last time I sewed a layered tulle skirt, but to…

How to sew a Gathered Yoke Dress v2 (free pattern)

This is a slight variation to my v-neck midi dress…

Replicating a Mini T-shirt

This cherry t-shirt fits me well so I thought I'd…

Upcycling a Kimono Sleeve into a Shoulder Bag

After turning the hem of a coffee-stained silk kimono into…

Turning a Kimono into Tacked Faux Wrap Skirt

My mother lent this silk kimono to a friend, and…

Making convincing 2-piece Kimonos for easy wearing

While wearing a kimono the traditional way is not that…

Shirring using Chain Stitch on BabyLock: An experiment & alternative

I've always wanted to do shirring; wide waistbands look nice…

Flannelette Tiered Skirt Pattern v2 (and steps)

Last year, I made a pink tiered skirt with my…

Smock Blouse Pattern & Steps (easy sewing)

Double gauze cotton felt so nice to wear as a…