Alterations and Fittings
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How to Sew an EASY Bishop Sleeve Tutorial
A bishop sleeve is like the cool cousin of sleeves—it's all puffy at the top, but then it tightens up around the elbow and wrist. It's the kind of ...
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How to add pockets to any dress pattern
Let's learn how to add pockets to your favorite dress patterns!
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Sewing Your Babe Hoodie
Ready to make your own zip-up hoodie? Check out the DIBY Club Sewing Patterns Babe Hoodie pdf pattern! We'll walk you step by step to your own Babe...
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Make Your One-Piece Swimsuit Pattern Maternity Friendly
The new Annette swimsuit just released and I’m loving all the details that make this suit unique! When testing time came, I knew there had to be a...
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How to Color Block + Install a Half Zipper on the Babe Hoodie
Don't be scared of color blocking or adding a half zipper. We have you covered! Check out this great article on how to customize our Babe Hoodie pa...
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How to Color Block with Lace Sewing Tutorial
It just keeps getting warmer outside, so I just keep sewing more lace! This time around I had a cardigan on the brain. I love the look of cardigans...
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How to Color Block Any Shirt Pattern
This blog post has been a long time coming! I am a huge fan of color blocking and have been meaning to write this for a while. If you aren’t famili...
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Learn How to Measure Yourself to Sew Perfectly Fitting Clothes Every Time {VIDEO}
If you are new to sewing clothing, you may be tempted to try and use your store bought clothing sizes to determine what size to sew in your patter...
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How to Measure Your Child for Sewing
Sewing is really frustrating if you aren’t sure what size(s) you should be using, everybody likes clothing that fits perfectly, including children....
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alterations and fitting 
How to Adjust a Top or Dress Pattern for Your Height {VIDEO}
Are you taller than what your pattern is drafted for? Shorter? That’s ok! Don’t settle for clothing that doesn’t fit you perfectly. Because isn’t t...
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Why Sewing a Muslin Will Save Time and Tears
Let’s talk about the reasons for sewing a muslin. Then we’ll go over some essentials that will save you time and ensure that your muslin is a success.
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Crotch Curve Adjustment - The Tin Foil Method
“I like big butts and I cannot lie!” You know the rest. I really do love my unique and rather large derriere. But it can make sewing pants that fi...
