Sewing guides

Learn techniques, fabric choice, pattern hacks and more from Mari Melilot

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...

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...

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...