Guides

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Sewing a Pleated Mini Skirt with a Button ClosureA pleated mini skirt is a satisfying project because it combines careful measuring with plenty of room for personal style. The silhouette can be crisp and…
Sew A Practical Tote With A Zippered Top And Inner PocketsA handmade tote bag becomes far more useful when it can carry groceries, knitting, library books and everyday essentials without leaving everything in one deep…
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A Light Lace Camisole For Warm Australian DaysKnitting a lace camisole for summer is a satisfying way to make something delicate, useful and genuinely personal. The finished garment can sit beneath a linen…
Sewing Shorts With An Encased Elastic WaistA pair of elastic-waist shorts is one of the most useful garments to make at home. The shape is simple enough for a confident beginner, yet the project teaches…
Making a Fabric Wall Hanging with Raw Edge AppliquéA fabric wall hanging is a practical way to bring colour, texture and personality into a room without committing to a large quilt. Raw edge appliqué makes the…
Sewing a collarless shirt with a neat banded necklineA collarless shirt with a banded neckline is a useful addition to a handmade wardrobe. Its clean shape works with linen, cotton lawn, flannel and lightweight…
Cable-Knit Fingerless Gloves For Cosy Handmade StyleFingerless gloves are a satisfying small knitting project: they use far less yarn than a jumper, can be finished over a few evenings, and offer plenty of room…
How to make a duct-tape duplicate dress formA dress form duplicate made from your own body can change the way you approach fitting. Commercial mannequins are useful, but their bust, waist, hip and…
Sewing a midi wrap dress with three-quarter sleevesA midi wrap dress is a rewarding sewing project because it combines practical construction with plenty of room for personal style. The adjustable waist suits…