Keeping It Casual Dress
Cute swing dress with partial placket and all in one collar and band installation. It has a back yoke and box pleat at the centre back to keep it loose and breezy.
SKILL BUILDER
Sew Partial Plackets
In this video, Brittany demonstrates how to do a partial placket.
Misses' Dolman Sleeve Top
A top with a relaxed silhouette with minimal seams and elastic gathered side seams. It can be worn both on or off the shoulder with an asymmetric drape. The relaxed fit makes it an ideal choice for a lightweight summer top.
SHOWN IN
Stretch Cotton Poplin
FABRIC SUGGESTIONS
Broadcloth, Challis, Chambray, Charmeuse, Cotton Types, Crepe de Chine, Jersey Knits, Linens and Linen Blends, Silky Types. Interfacing: Lightweight Fusible.
Girl's Pull-On Cargo Pants
A pair of easy-fit pull-on cargo pants with front leg seams, three styles of pocket, elastic waistband and hems plus statement topstitching.
SKILL BUILDER
How to Sew Topstitches
A topstitch is a straight stitch that is done on the top of the garment. It’s like an edge stitch, but the top stitch is done ¼ inch away from the seam. For reference, denim garments typically have a topstitch and an edge stitch.
LEARN TO SEW
How to Pick Perfect Stretch Fabric
We explain our pick-a-knit rule which helps you work out the stretch percentage of your fabric.
Make a cool pair of button-fly trousers with pleats and belt loops and pair with a breezy camp collar shirt! The shirt features short raglan sleeves that extend into a modern yoke with a casual, easy fit perfect for hot weather.
SKILL BUILDER
How to Sew Perfect Belt Loops
Join Brittany J. Jones as she teaches you how to sew belt loops (also known as carriers) with raw and finished edges.
Unisex Rain Jacket
There's a Front-zip closure and hood, both front flap and side seam pockets for convenient storage. We've included articulated pleated sleeves for easy movement. A corded waist creates a snug, adjustable fit, with elasticated cuffs with adjustable snaps. And the jacket is finished with a decorative front flap and a back rain flap!
SKILL BUILDER
How to Sew Fly Front Zippers
Learn to how to sew a fly front zipper in this step by step tutorial. You will see how to mark, baste, and install your zipper with ease!
Men's Polo Style Shirt and Pants
Modern men’s set pairing a cropped, button-front shirt designed for knits with relaxed woven pants. The shirt features a notched collar, short sleeves, patch pockets, and eye-catching bias tape edging. Fly front pants have front pleats, wide legs, and adjustable side waist tabs.
Unisex Fit Pants
You'll love the double-row elastic waistline casing, side seam pockets, back patch pockets, and a mock fly front detail of these loose-fitting pull-on pants. The balloon-shaped legs are created with front waist pleats and controlled at the leg hems with darts, all accented with topstitching.
LEARN TO SEW
How-To: Sewing Double Gauze
Learn how to sew with double gauze fabric, including cutting, construction, seam finishes, pattern choices, and expert tips for beautiful results.