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Sewing Patterns

Pattern Hacks: How to Add Ruffles to Any Garment

Learn how to add this textural and flirty detail to any pattern, by Haley Glenn.

May 31, 2021 0
Sewing Patterns

Sew the Maggie Swimsuit

Fabric ideas and fitting details for this two-piece bathing suit.

May 31, 2021 0
Sewing Patterns

Sew the Kari Romper

Fabric ideas and fitting details for this romper pattern.

May 31, 2021 0
Creativity & Mindset

Does Sewing Make You Glow?

The theme this month is Glow, and here are some ways to feel proud of your craft.

May 31, 2021 0
Seamwork Radio Podcast

Taking the First Steps to Turn Your Hobby Into a Business

Episode 40: We're joined by Abby Glassenberg of Craft Industry Alliance, who shares her wisdom after working with over a thousand craft businesses of all sizes.

May 31, 2021 0
Sewing Tutorials

Swimwear Basics

Everything you need to know about sewing your own swimsuit.

May 28, 2021 0
Seamwork Radio Podcast

Three DIY Replacements for Disposables in the Bathroom

Episode 39: We'll talk through DIY ideas to help us all reduce waste in the home while using the scraps we already have.

May 19, 2021 0
Seamwork Radio Podcast

What are the Signs of High Quality Clothing?

Episode 38: We discuss the three areas to look for quality in clothing, and what "high quality" really means for us.

May 19, 2021 0
Makers & Crafts

The Peculiar Grief of Sewing My Daughter’s Spring Dress

My bittersweet experience sewing clothing for an evergrowing child. By Thao Thai.

April 30, 2021 0

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Sewing Tutorials

3 Ways to Replace Disposables in Your Bathroom

Make the switch with these easy projects to help reduce single-use items in your bathroom, by Ellie Rivkin.

April 30, 2021 0
Sewing Tutorials

How to Finish Underwear with Knit Bands Instead of Elastic

If you’re going to sew your own underwear, why not make them really comfortable to wear? By Taylor Pruitt.

April 30, 2021 0
Style & Wardrobe

Did You Make That?

Get inspired by these finished Seamwork projects.

April 30, 2021 0
Style & Wardrobe

Create a Timeless Capsule Wardrobe with a Special Top

Sew your way to timeless Seamwork style with this capsule wardrobe featuring the Kemper top. By Farrah Dodson

April 30, 2021 0
Makers & Crafts

Candid Art: Bold, Unscripted, and Artistically Unapologetic

Candice Cox creates goods influenced by the modern African Diaspora and Cosmic Geometry. An interview by Lori Caldwell.

April 30, 2021 0
Makers & Crafts

Degendering Fashion: Does Clothing Have to be Gendered?

In the final part of this series, we’ll examine how gendered language affects inclusivity in the sewing community. By Emilia Bergoglio.

April 30, 2021 0
Sewing Tutorials

Why You Should Sew a Personal Heirloom

Follow along as I hack the Seamwork York pattern into the romantic, timeless blouse of my dreams. By Brittany Archibald.

April 30, 2021 0
Sewing Patterns

Pattern Hacks: How to Turn a Top into a Tiered Dress

Learn how to create a romantic spring dress using your favorite top pattern, by Haley Glenn.

April 30, 2021 0
Sewing Patterns

Sewing Your Own Underwear is Empowering

Use this free Seamwork pattern to make a pair of underwear that fits your style and body. By Wallis Smith-Owens.

April 30, 2021 0
Sewing Patterns

Sew the Kemper Top

Fabric ideas and fitting details for this paneled tank top.

April 30, 2021 0
Sewing Patterns

Sew the Madhu Top

Fabric ideas and fitting details for this cropped raglan top.

April 30, 2021 0
Sustainable Sewing Projects

How to be Realistically Sustainable When you Sew

This month, we encourage you to practice sustainability by sewing intentionally.

April 30, 2021 0
Seamwork Radio Podcast

Creative Mending Tips and Ideas

Episode 37: Learn 10 different ways you can mend, adapt, or wear your clothes when they've gotten a little past their prime.

April 30, 2021 0
Seamwork Radio Podcast

Quick Tips to Make Paper Patterns Last

Episode 36: We'll share the 3 tips to make paper patters last, and also adding a few more ideas to keep your paper patterns around longer.

April 30, 2021 0
Sewing Tutorials

Tools & Tips for Threading Elastic Casings

How to thread elastic through a casing.

April 28, 2021 0
Seamwork Radio Podcast

How to Use the Rule of Three Outfits

Episode 35: A rule that will revolutionize how you pick out sewing projects.

April 7, 2021 0
Seamwork Radio Podcast

How to Prioritize Your Projects

Episode 34: This week, we address a question in the Seamwork community about how to prioritize projects and prevent yourself from getting overwhelmed.

April 7, 2021 0
Seamwork Radio Podcast

What to do When Your Hobby Feels Like a Chore

Episode 33: Do you ever feel a bit "meh" about sewing? We'll explore how you can tackle the creative doldrums by asking a few key questions to bring you back to your hobby.

April 7, 2021 0
Creativity & Mindset

I Stopped Making Things When I Felt the World had Given up on Me

The joy of making never slips from your hands—as long as you continue to reach for it. By Lori Caldwell.

March 31, 2021 0
Creativity & Mindset

10 Ways to Avoid Sewing Burnout

Learn how to be gentle with your creativity and stop feeling overwhelmed.

March 31, 2021 0
Style & Wardrobe

Did You Make That?

Get inspired by these finished Seamwork projects.

March 31, 2021 0