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