Back to Basics | Seamwork Magazine

January 2017

Not So Basic

Tap into the creative potential of basics.
Zero-Waste Fit

How to decrease waste in the fitting process, by Jessica Yen.
Design Your Own In-seam Pockets

Learn 3 different pocket variations that can be added to any side seam, by Katie Whittle.
Hadley Johnson

From the Plains to Paris and back again, by Betsy Blodgett.
Professional Profile: Ellie Lum

How a bike-messenger-turned-professional-stitcher is changing her world, one class at a time, by Katie Whittle.
Upgrade Your Sewing

Add a button tab to any sleeve for easy cuffing, by Katie Whittle.
Seamwork Style

Mix and match patterns for a unique me-made wardrobe.
One Pattern, Three Ways

Get more out of your me-made garments.
Fabric Expert

Learn all about the best fabrics for Jane and Margo.
Block Paper Scissors

Create a tie hem detail for the Jane T-shirt, by Anna Aguirre.
Seamworker’s Closet

Take a peek into a Seamworker’s closet for inspiring finished projects.
Wally’s Wisdom

How can I judge the quality of fabric when shopping online?
January Discoveries

Resources and additional favorites for this issue.
Contributors & Staff

Meet the writers, makers, and artists from this month’s issue.