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It doesn’t get cooler than this DIY fringe jacket. The fringe is back, baby!

Sewing tutorial on how to make Inés Trousers. High waisted pleated 80’s inspired tailored pants. Sew along video available.

Sewing tutorial on how to make Inés Trousers. High waisted pleated 80’s inspired tailored pants. Sew along video available.

Sewing tutorial on how to make Inés Trousers. High waisted pleated 80’s inspired tailored pants. Sew along video available.

My latest make is inspired by one of my favorite fashion designer houses. Here’s the step by step of my Chanel inspired skirt, a Burda Style pattern!

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Have you ever wanted to make your own lingerie but don’t know where to start? Here you’ll find full videos and tutorials, printable patterns…

*PLEASE READ: This is a PDF embroidery pattern which can be downloaded onto your computer. NO PHYSICAL ITEM WILL BE MAILED TO YOU!! Dress up your favorite t-shirt with some DIY hand-embroidery! Perfect for beginners and advanced embroiderers alike, this digital embroidery pattern gives you all the instructions, tips, and tricks to embroider your very own t-shirt. Your digital download includes: -PDF pattern -pattern instructions (including what stitches to use, thread colors, tips for embroidering on clothing, and pictures to help you along the way) -stitching guide (pictures and explanations for how to create the stitches needed for this pattern) -video tutorials (links to videos that explain how to transfer your pattern, create specific stitches, secure your embroidery, and more!) -Several TIPS for embroidering on clothing, including transferring your pattern! This pattern also includes answers to frequently asked questions like: -Should I use a stabilizer? -How do I keep my shirt from stretching and puckering? -How do I wash my embroidered clothing? -How do I transfer the pattern onto my shirt? AND MORE 🙂 *These tips will help you embroider on any piece of clothing! This pattern is sized for an adult t-shirt (3 inches tall), but you could enlarge or shrink it to fit any size you wish. And please, feel free to use any color scheme you want with this pattern! Let your imagination carry you! 🙂 Please note that the pattern and your finished product are for personal use only. Please do not sell the pattern or product made from the pattern. Thank you!

Wool high rise, crop flare pant. Two hole button closure and metal zipper at front. Adjustable, exaggerated belt at waist. Two pockets at front and two pockets at back. Cream/red pinstripe wool. Poly satin lining. Jaycina is wearing a size 2 with a 25″ inseam. Madhulika is wearing the Flare Pant in a size 2 with no ins

Such a versatile, comfortable and stylish piece that will be perfect all year round. I used a light cotton/linen blend which will be cool but protective for summer and then able to layer up easily to keep warm in winter!

Such a versatile, comfortable and stylish piece that will be perfect all year round. I used a light cotton/linen blend which will be cool but protective for summer and then able to layer up easily to keep warm in winter!

Such a versatile, comfortable and stylish piece that will be perfect all year round. I used a light cotton/linen blend which will be cool but protective for summer and then able to layer up easily to keep warm in winter!

The corset trend is one of my favorites right now because of its historic background which dates back to the 1500’s. Originally designed to slim the waist and exaggerate the bust and hips. The construction of a traditional corset is a time consuming process done by a skilled tailor called a corsetmaker. This involves accurate measuring and materials like leather, metal, wood, and plastic for the boning inserted into the cloth of the corset. Now most of us aren’t skilled corsetiers and nor do we plan to be. I just like the look of a corset as a fashion-forward piece to add to my wardrobe. It’s a great addition to a baggy top and even for cosplay costumes (Halloween’s coming). Dritz products make it easy to create your own custom corset using their 2-Part Eyelet Tools and Eyelets. You can even try their Eyelet Pliers which I used for the vinyl corset. Get the details below and make your own corset. Supplies: Dritz 2-Part Eyelet Tools Dritz 2-Part Eyelets (I used the gold but they have silver and gunmetal too). 1/2 yard of fabric (I used a TÉLIO Denim and vinyl) Brother Sewing Machine XR3774 tailors chalk hammer embroidery scissors ruler thread DIY Instructions: You will need a strip of fabric that measures your waist + 5-8 extra inches. The width depends on how wide you want your corset to be. Mine was 6.5″ when finished + 1.5″ seam allowance (8″ total width). The pattern above shows sections of 2″ on each side and then 3.5″ sections in between. The _” is the middle of the corset which will be the center back. This will be whatever measurement you get at the end. We’re basically making an accordion with fabric by folding pleats and sewing them. Begin by marking a line down the 1/2 way point of the fabric. Then mark 2″ lines out from the sides. Be sure to mark on the wrong side of the fabric using tailors chalk or a fabric marking tool. Now mark 3.5″ from that point till you get to the center. Repeat the same for the other side going to the center. Any remaining space you have left should be in the center. This measurement will most likely not be 3.5″. It should look like this when done. You should now have 2 center lines. Fold either one so the marked line is the folded edge and right sides are together. Pin or press flat and sew a 1/4″ seam. Sewing a 1/4″ seam from top to bottom. It should look like this. Now repeat for the other center line (the mark in between mine is the half way point). The 2 center pleats are wear the arrow is. Now for the additional pleats we will be sewing a curve instead of a straight line. Fold again with the marked line as the folded edge but pin the half way point. When you sew, do start with a 1/4″ seam allowance and gradually sew out to about 1/2″ by the middle point. Then gradually back to finish with a 1/4″…see below for the photo and you’ll get what I mean. Repeat this for the rest of the sections until you reach the last lines marked on each side. For the last lines you will just do a 1/4″ straight seam like we did the center (where the arrows are). Press everything nice and flat. The center folds should be going the opposite directions of each other. Press the remaining pleats so they align with the coordinating center direction. Now top stitch the folds/pleats down into place. You can use a different colored thread to get a nice detailed top stitch or use the same like I did. These folds will act as our “boning” for the corset rather than inserting metal or plastic into each section. It’s a much easier process… It should look like this on the wrong side. Hem the top and bottom edges. I folded a 1/4″ over and then another 1/2″ over, pressed, and hemmed into place. For the sides fold over 1″ and sew into place. I did sew the raw edge into the seam. It should now look like this. Mark evenly where you want your eyelets to be with a dot of tailors chalk. Mine were spread about 1/2″ apart. Use Dritz’s 2-Part Eyelet Tools and eyelets to create the lace up front. Applying the grommets and eyelets: Full video tutorial here Mark position of grommet by tracing around inside opening of grommet. Cut hole with scissors. Note: For fabrics with stretch, cut hole smaller than inside opening of grommet. Insert grommet (deep half) into hole from right to wrong side of fabric. Place anvil on a hard surface. Position grommet on anvil. Place insert over center of grommet. Place washer, dome side up, over insert. Insert setter into grommet; hammer using 2 or 3 forceful taps. Center of grommet will roll over to secure grommet and provide a smooth finish. For the vinyl corset everything was done the same but for the holes I used the Eyelet Pliers instead of cutting them myself. This is a great tool for leather, suede, and vinyl materials. You can even apply the eyelets with these. Finish by lacing up with string or cording through the eyelets. Make sure it’s long enough to lace through and tie into a bow at the end. Mine measured a full yard. I love pairing these with an oversized t-shirt or men’s shirt. They also look great styled with a loose peasant top. It helps accentuate the waist and adds some edge to my look. Great for cosplay costumes as well (Halloween inspo). *In collaboration with Dritz. I received compensation from Dritz, and some of the materials featured here or used in this project were provided free of charge by Dritz. All opinions are my own. SaveSave

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Towards the end of 2017 I came together with Ellen, from The Great State and created the steps for this minimal, linen wrap dress for the ultimate summer essential outfit. It was so nice catching up on life and getting lost in the creative process together. I soon found out that I was in the prese

DIY Strappy Linen Dress – Review of the Acton Dress by In The Folds | Sew DIY Back in September, Emily from In The Folds asked me if I’d like to review an advance copy of her new pattern the Acton Dress . We virtually met earlier this year when we did a little pattern exchange; I sent her the Lou Box Top and she sent me the Rushcutter Dress. I learned so much making the Rush

HAND PAINTED JACKETS Where art meets fashion. You can make your wardrobe as a Museum. This Starry Night denim jacket is an example how I can paint your’s. I dont repeat the same picture two times, but we can choose any other paintings of Van Gogh or other artists. You will send me any of your old or new jacket (or you can order jacket from online shop and put my address for delivery). Then we will discuss and make something very unique specially for you. The price depens on how big and how difficult idea we will choose. 100% real photos. Only my ART works I use textile paints and acrylic, so don’t worry, you can Hand wash your jacket. You also can send me a pair of your favorite jeans, or other clothes and we will discuss and make your own design, piece of Art. *FOLLOW ME: instagram.com/liliyakosmos.art

This shirred style has the elegance of a fitted dress without having to work out all those circular angles. Read on how to make this DIY shirred mini dress!