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Latest sewing posts

Making a Japanese apron from a kimono – Step by step

I wanted a long sleeve apron that'll cover my sleeves when I cook. Japanese aprons (Kappogi) have long sleeves to…

Babylock overlocker settings for serging common & specialty fabrics

I wanted to put together a growing list of overlock and cover stitch settings that have been working great for…

How to sew front pockets on pants (for beginners)

As a sewing beginner, I thought front slash pockets would be hard to make. But it turns out it's easier…

Making baggy sherpa pants: Warm winter pants without patterns

Harem pants, balloon pants, circus pants, sarouel pants... what do you call these baggy pants? https://au.pinterest.com/casualcraftsplorer/sewing-ideas/?invite_code=40d78edaa01e4200bc30a7925445d197&sender=647322283848877507 I thought I'd make…

Upcycling a Kimono to make a Ruffled Hem Skirt

I had this yukata (Japanese summer kimono) for a while, but I never wore it because the sleeves were a…

Turning a Dress into a Waist Apron with Pockets

I bought a grey linen dress on ebay, but I didn't quite like the top half of it. After sitting…