Fabrics & materials used: 2 yards Navy Striped Cotton Chambray 10-12 Italian White 4-Hole Plastic Buttons White Sew-All Thread Extra Strong Thread (for sewing on buttons) Basic Men’s Shirt pattern,…
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Fashion History and CultureMood Online School of SewingSewing History
A History of Measuring
by Paul White June 19, 2018The word tailor comes from the French “tailleur”, which roughly translates to “one who cuts material”. While today we think of tailors as people who sew, the skilled trade of…
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The Solandra Gown – Free Sewing Pattern
by Paul White June 18, 2018Designed specifically to showcase the 4-ply silk crepe and coordinating silk chiffon, this gown is fairly quick and simple to sew. There are a couple of seam finishes that you… -
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The Rosemary Blazer – Free Sewing Pattern
by Paul White June 15, 2018Tailoring thrives on precision, and this impeccable blazer oozes with it. With smooth lines and flattering curved seams, this can be made up in one material for a more conservative…
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Drafting a Men’s Shirt Pattern Part 3
by Paul White June 8, 2018A well-fitted button-down shirt is nearly impossible to find, regardless of size or shape. Even if you are a standard size, most designers cut the armscye lower so as to…
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Beginner PatternmakingFashion DesignMood Online School of Sewing
Drafting a Men’s Shirt Pattern Part 2
by Paul White June 7, 2018A well-fitted button-down shirt is nearly impossible to find, regardless of size or shape. Even if you are a standard size, most designers cut the armscye lower so as to…
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Mood Online School of SewingBeginner PatternmakingFashion Design
Drafting a Men’s Shirt Pattern Part 1
by Paul White June 6, 2018A well-fitted button-down shirt is nearly impossible to find, regardless of size or shape. Even if you are a standard size, most designers cut the armscye lower so as to…
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How to Measure Yourself for Sewing and Why
by Paul White June 5, 2018Accurate measuring is, arguably, one of the most crucial aspects of garment construction. Without accurate measurements, sizing is impossible. (Sizing is largely imaginary anyway. Inches and centimeters are consistent, and…