I’ve got a new book review posted in our Giveaways section. Go there to read my review of The Essential Sewing Toolkit by Carla Hegeman Crim (The Scientific Seamstress) and to enter the giveaway to win a copy.
[photo from The Scientific Seamstress]
Patterns, Techniques, Articles, Blogs, and other resources to learn how to sew
, by Anne Weaver. 7 Comments
I’ve got a new book review posted in our Giveaways section. Go there to read my review of The Essential Sewing Toolkit by Carla Hegeman Crim (The Scientific Seamstress) and to enter the giveaway to win a copy.
[photo from The Scientific Seamstress]
Are you ready to turn a thrifted men’s button-up shirt into a trendy and chic gathered top? In this tutorial, I’ll guide you through the simple steps of transforming an oversized shirt into a fashion-forward garment with drawstring features. It’s a fun and straightforward process that’s perfect for sewists of all skill levels, adding another stylish me-made piece to your wardrobe while also giving new life to pre-loved clothing. Full tutorial including a video can be seen here.
Start by choosing an oversized men’s button-up shirt from your local thrift store or your own wardrobe. Look for a shirt with interesting fabric and patterns that you’d like to showcase in your transformed top.
debbie says
I am new at sewing and would love this
Greta Hovis says
I would love to have this. I love to sew simple things but would like to learn more.
Becky PS says
Woohooo! Thanks Anne!
thilo says
i’m from srilanka…and as i’m keen in learning new techniques on sewing as i do a lot of diy’s for my self and the family through learning online and what ever books i get…would love to have this as i’m a self taught in sewing would love to know the scientific method to do so. thankyou craft gossip as your information and ideas help and enlighten us who live in an island…to get wider exposure. 🙂
Brekke says
This would be a great help with sewing projects- everything in one place!
Peggy says
I need that reference book! I am having so much trouble trying to make anything, and my elastic must be the wrong kind. I NEED that book!
Judy Cornell says
Wow I could really use this. I normally make things up as I go.