How to sew jeans: 8 tips for your first pair
Dreaming of sewing jeans that actually fit your body? It’s not as hard as you might think. Jeans are one of the most rewarding garments...
Sewing guides
Learn techniques, fabric choice, pattern hacks and more from Mari Melilot
Turning the Britt dungarees into a camisole
A quick and easy pattern hack is turning the Britt dungarees into a camisole with a square or a V-shaped neckline. 1. Hold the front...
Lining a coat: Marte step by step
Marte is an unlined coat, and there´s been many requests on how to make a lining. Here´s a simple method: 1. Get your front pattern...
Choosing jersey for a knit dress
Choosing the right fabric for the Inger dress is key to achieving a great fit and drape, and this post guides you through the best...
Sewing a slit pocket
The slit pocket is a nice detail that's quick and easy to sew, and can be added to any pattern or garment. The illustrations show...
Adding reflective details to your clothes
The autumn dark is settling in, and it's time to dig out the reflectors again. Are you the type who isn't too keen on wearing...
Choosing fabric for jeans (not just denim)
Jeans are a hard-wearing, versatile garment that suits most styles. Originally it was workwear, and therefore made from denim, a sturdy, tightly woven cotton fabric.
Turning the Sigrid pencil skirt into an A-line skirt
Pattern hacks are one of my favourite parts of sewing — taking something you know and shaping it into something new. Here's how to turn...
Choosing a stitch for stretch fabric
When you work with stretch fabrics, the stitches have to stretch too. A regular straight stitch will break, because it cannot follow the pull of...