Chelise from CP guest blogs in the Skirting The Issue charity sewing series at Simple Simon & Co.  with a tutorial showing how to make a gathered skirt with an adjustable waistband.  It’s elastic on the back, and a flat… Read more ...

Topstitching is actually very simple, but any wavy seam or jumbled thread will show.  Threads magazine gives some tips for perfecting your topstitching.  Their article includes information on the type of fabrics, needles, and presser feet to use as well… Read more ...

This gathered skirt by Stefi from Just Chic may have you running to rescue some button-down shirts out of your donate pile.  (Or perhaps running to the thrift store to score some there?)  She shares a tutorial on her blog… Read more ...