Fabric Guides

The Secret Lives of Looms

When my grandmother taught me how to weave, I had an epiphany about how grainlines and bias impact garment sewing.

October 31, 2015

Anatomy of a Bra

Understanding those roles is the first step in making your own. By Norma Loehr. ... The first step to making great bras is understanding the structure and function of the parts of the bra.

February 1, 2015

Sewing Project Ideas

10 Common Sewing Mistakes Beginners Make (And How to Avoid Them)

Ignoring the Grainline When Cutting The grainline arrow on your pattern pieces isn’t just a suggestion.

January 15, 2025