Tutorial 3: Adding a 1940’s tuck to your Smooth Sailing sleeve
Sorry for the blog silence. I've been busy at work and feeling so drained that I haven't had the energy to sew or...
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Tutorial 2: A new pocket variation for the Smooth Sailing blouse
Do you love pockets? Even just decorative ones that don't hold anything? Well, I have the pocket pattern just for you! Here's...
Tutorial 1: Changing the ‘Smooth Sailing’ Blouse – Puffy Sleeves
My favourite, go-to shirt pattern has to be 'Smooth Sailing' from Wearing History. I have used the pattern a whopping ten times...
Quick Tutorial: Do you do the moon? (Half moon manicure)
Half moon manicures are super easy (if a bit time consuming) and they definitely get easier with practice.I've seen a...
Popped Pocket Pattern
As promised, here is the instructions (and pattern pieces) for making the popped pockets on my 1940's wrap dress. These would...
Tutorial: How to Alter HeyDay Tailored Trousers
While the majority of men's pants have an adjustable back seam, not many women's pants do - HeyDay Vintage Style...