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3 Simple Tips for Sewing a Lapped Zipper

Plus, the finished Marimekko slipcover and a brief look at color in film costumes.

Jun 15 •

Making a Marimekko Slipcover with Custom Welting

A welting how-to. Also inside: seaming with a too-small remnant.

May 30 •

Fabric Scraps, A Leaf Pillow, & Pintucks

From throwaway to throw pillow.

May 15 •

Vintage Lips & Centered Zippers

Sew a lip-shaped pouch with a vintage pattern.

Jan 30 •

Sewing Vintage Barbie Clothes

Making Tiny Outfits Cut from Vintage Vogue Patterns

Jan 15 •

3 Narrow Hem Techniques

The narrow machine-stitched hem, the narrow hand-sewn hem, and the hand-rolled hem

Dec 15, 2024 •

French Bound Shoulder Covers

Trim cotton shoulder covers with this French binding technique & The Paper Bag Princess with preschoolers

Dec 1, 2024 •

The Skeleton Shirt: Needle-Turn Appliqué

Transform a Basic Button-Up into A Skeletal Style

Sep 30, 2024 •

Learn a 1950s Dior-inspired technique. Plus, draft your own custom fabric flower.

Sep 15, 2024 •

The Casual Charm of Tailored Curtains

A Step-by-Step Guide to Sewing Rod Pocket Curtains & Classic Cool Sewing's Launching Newsletter!

Aug 15, 2024 •

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