Ready to start making your Vide Knit Pants? In this first instalment of the Vide Sew-Along series, I will show you how to cut and mark the fabric, with lots of clever tips that I think will be very useful anytime you are cutting knit fabrics. Aligning grainline on knits When working with knitted fabrics, […]
Finally, a new pattern release! Today I’m dropping the PDF sewing pattern, Vide Knit Pants, a dressier take on knit pants, for that perfect mix of comfort and style. Side pockets and back darts give these easy-to-sew pants a polished look. Vide Pants are available in sizes: EU 32-56 (US 0-24) Pattern features Depending on the fabric choice, […]
Stretched-out seams, skipped stitches and knits that expand like crazy? We all have these issues when sewing knits. But don’t worry, if you follow these tips you will avoid common problems when working with stretchy fabrics. 1. Picking the wrong fabric Not all knit fabrics are created equal. Things like stretch, recovery, fabric weight and […]
Fitting clothes can be overwhelming, but some common issues can be solved in just a few minutes. Such as these quick hacks from our book Fit for Knits. Draglines below the bum Problem Diagonal draglines below the bum pointing towards the inner thigh. Solution Pin away extra fabric below the back waist, and pin a […]
Zippers can be intimidating to sew. However, with the right sewing order and techniques, sewing a zipper onto your pants is actually easier than you think. At least if you use the method that is standard practice in the garment industry. So in this tutorial, I’ll walk you through all the steps to properly sew […]
Some home sewing patterns make sewing the front pockets on pants overly complicated. Instead, I prefer to use a method inspired by a garment industry method that provides a smooth silhouette without gaping or the lining showing through. Plus it´s very easy to sew. Why this method is excellent By combining light lining fabric with […]
