Sewing

Top Tips For Shirring

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Top Tips For Shirring

Whether it’s in a home sewing pattern or ready-to-wear garment, shirring details are cropping up all over the place lately. Shirring details can easily be added to your own makes for a completely custom, on-trend look. If you’ve never sewn with elastic before, don’t worry! It’s surprisingly simple to master the technique to level up your sewing game and me-made wardrobe. Just read this post for my top tips for shirring to get started!

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Handmade Fashion, Me-Made Wardrobe, Sewing, Sewing + DIY

Elastic Waist Gathered Skirt Tutorial

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Elastic Waist Gathered Skirt Tutorial

Whether you’re looking for the perfect beginner sewing project or just something easy you can whip up in an afternoon, this elastic waist gathered skirt tutorial is for you! This simple gathered skirt is a wardrobe staple, and super easy to make! Using only a few squares of fabric, this project is excellent for beginner sewists. Bonus- it has pockets! Add one to your summer wardrobe by following this elastic waist gathered skirt tutorial- just keep reading to find out how!

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Knit + Crochet, Sewing + DIY, Sustainable DIY's, Sustainable Swaps

Daisy Crochet Face Scrubbies Pattern

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Daisy Crochet Face Scrubbies Pattern

Looking for an adorable way to clean up your skincare routine? Replace your disposable cotton pads and makeup remover wipes with this sweet project. The Daisy Crochet Face Scrubbies Pattern is a free, beginner-friendly crochet pattern that’s totally unique and makes for a great sustainable swap. This DIY makeup remover pad uses eco-friendly yarn made from 100% cotton, making it soft on your most sensitive skin. Use these crochet face pads to gently buff your cheeks during your cleansing routine for a deep clean that isn’t harsh on your skin or the planet. Find the *FREE* pattern for the Daisy Crochet Face Scrubbies in this blog post!

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Handmade Fashion, Sustainable Living, Sustainable Swaps, Tips + Tricks

How To Source Sustainable Fabric For Sewing

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How To Source Sustainable Fabric For Sewing

Sewing your own clothing may seem like an eco-friendly alternative to purchasing from fast-fashion retailers, but is that always the case? The fabric we purchase from our local craft store often goes through the same energy-intensive manufacturing processes as ready-to-wear clothing. Not only are these practices usually created under unethical working conditions, but they also require a ton of energy and water. They even pollute the environment via dye runoff, among other ways. Clearly, we can do better! If you’re like me, one of the reasons you started making your own clothing was to dress in a more environmentally friendly way. That’s why I’m sharing a few tips on how to source sustainable fabric for your sewing practice. Let’s dive on in!

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