Stretch is a new book from Tilly and the Buttons.

Sample Garments

Lane

• A special thank you to Fabric Godmother for the scuba knit!


• A special thank you to Monaluna Fabrics for the organic knit!

Amber

• Seersucker in Lemon Check


• Telio White Eyelet


• Robert Kaufman Linen Blends in light blue, yarn-dyed chambray, and yarn-dyed denim
  

Learn how to customize your fabric with a pencil and some ink.

Websites

REIFhaus: If you like to know who makes your designer clothes, don't miss our interview with designer Lindsey Reif in this issue!

Books

A Beginner's Guide to Sewing with Knitted Fabrics: Wendy Ward put together a great book for sewing knits, and it comes with 20 projects! This is a great addition to your sewing library.

Stretch! Make Yourself Comfortable Sewing with Knit Fabrics: Tilly's got a new book! If you love Tilly and the Buttons' first book, you'll also love this one. It comes with six projects, and you know all those brightly colored pictures will bring a smile to your face.

REIFhaus is known for modern, unexpected silhouettes.

Tutorials

How to Sew Knits without a Serger: You don't need a serger to sew with knits. Start with this tutorial!

A Guide to Coverstitch Machines: If you've been thinking about getting a coverstitch machine, this article has all of the information you need.

Printing Polka Dots on Knits: Can't find the perfect dot? Make your own!