Sewing Tips and Tricks by CL Hardie

How to trace off a bought sewing pattern

04.07.2012 Blog 1

So even as a self confessed cutter, I do still need to trace off patterns sometimes. It seems a daunting task, so here...

Sewing patterns- are you a cutter or tracer

03.07.2012 Blog 7

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Commercial patterns are designed to fit universally and are multi sized and there are so many available that you should find something close...

The best way to make commercially bought sewing patterns fit you

02.07.2012 Blog 0

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Have you struggled getting clothes to fit well from commerically bought patterns?Is your bra size larger than a B cup?Well, this is for...

5 of my favourite sewing sites

01.07.2012 Blog 1

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The internet is a wonderful place! It is however a massive place and easy to get lost in with all the incredible sites...

Savvy Sewing professional tips and tricks- Cutting & measuring tools

25.06.2012 Blog 0

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If you're new to sewing, then you'll need to start building a great sewing kit. The Video below is part 2 of my...

Savvy Sewing professional tips and tricks;- Pins & needles the foundation of a sewing kit

18.06.2012 Blog 0

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This is part 1 of my "build a brilliant sewing kit" guide.This week i'm talking about the building blocks of a sewing kit-...

Savvy Sewing-Professional tips and tricks:- Pressing versus ironing

10.06.2012 Blog 0

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The trick to creating gorgeous "Handmade" clothes rather than "homemade" is to use an iron!Pressing isn't the same as ironing however. Watch this...

Top ten reasons why you should learn to sew

06.06.2012 Blog 1

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I love sewing, however I realise I am in a minority in Britain!Sewing has a bad image. Many people see it as little...

Backstage tips and Tricks from a West end Costumier- How to cheat seamed tights

05.06.2012 Blog 1

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Dancers and actresses often need their costumes to multi-task, wearing a traditional pair of seamed tights if they are nylons, create saggy ankles-...

Savvy sewing professional tips and tricks- Sew a Pillowcase dress

31.05.2012 Blog 0

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Hello from The Thrifty Stitcher sewing studio. This week, I'm appealing for pillowcases to make pillowcase dresses.If you like my video blog, and want...