Basic pants pattern corrections

Today, we target three areas where pants pattern correction are most likely needed. We'll focus on the upper part to achieve a perfect fit. Have your pants pattern ready, adjusted at the right size, and extra sheets of paper.

Seat adjustment: the back crotch length is not adequate. A full seat adjustment is needed when pants back waist tends to drop, because the length is not long enough. In contrast, a flat seat adjustment will fix the excess created below the buttock when the crotch is too long.

A simple guide to ironing fabrics

Here's a quick guide for ironing different types of fabric by setting the right iron temperature and using different tools to help you get rid of fabric creases.

How to sew a jeans fly

A jeans fly is a very popular type of closure used in trousers and skirts. It consist of a zipper concealed under the opening. It is attached on one side under a tab and the other side is attached to a facing, usually in a "J" shape. This is why the jeans fly pretty much always features a bold "J" shaped topstitch. Today I will show you how to sew a real one, like the ones from commercial jeans! Let's do this...

How to add sizes to a graded pattern

If you need to add more sizes to a pattern, follow these easy steps to make them magically appear! This technique is perfect if you bought the wrong size or even to enlarge or narrow down certain areas of a pattern. You can also use this technique to adapt a pattern for children or plus sizes. However, it is recommended to test the pattern on a muslin afterwards!

How to make adjustable straps

Adjustable straps are very easy to make and will bring your sewing projects to the next level! All you need is a pair of bra sliders and ring, which are very easy to find, and cheap, at your local sewing shop. Let's do this...