Sewing With Cinnamon

Sewing With Pleats - Finishing Techniques

Hi Everyone! This week we're going a bit deeper with last weeks project. With so many cut pieces the issue of how to best finish those interior seam allowances arrises. I have a few quick fixes I'm excited to share!

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Sewing With Pleats - Adding Contrast With Inverted Pleats

Hi Everyone! This week we take a look at using the methods we've been practicing and adapting them to the inverted pleat design element. The tutorial instruction shows how to use contrasting fabrics to add design interest - follow along and let's practice sewing inverted pleats!

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Sewing With Socks - The Cropped Cardigan Tutorial

Hi Everyone! Are you ready to tackle another fun project using socks? This one works great with socks that have a print design that can be worn in any direction - things like stars, stripes, dots, etc.

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Sewing The Denim Jacket - The Fur Lined Pattern Hack

Hi Everyone! Welcome to Part 4 - For this final installment of Sewing The Denim Jacket we will introduce some pattern drafting skills and add the element of fur to create a "Fur-Lined Denim Jacket"! This style can work great for both boys and girls. The fur lining can be done with a classic faux fur, a soft fleece, or even a vibrant pop of color! The choice is yours, the possibilities are endless!

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Sewing The Denim Jacket - Two Hoodie Pattern Hacks

Hi Everyone! Welcome to Part 3 -Let's mix things up by adding a few elements of a hoodie to make a cute "Denim Jacket Hoodie"! This style is pretty popular and adds a fun sporty look to the classic style. It's a fun way to mix fabrics and colors to create different looks.

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Heavyweight Fabrics - Faux Fur Tips and Techniques

Hi Everyone! In part 4 we wrap up the topic looking at sewing with Faux Fur! The best part about this fabric is that you can make something relatively simple become a true statement piece! The idea of sewing with faux fur may be intimidating, but it's actually fairly easy to sew with and doesn't require you to purchase special tools. There are a few techniques tips that I'm going to share and a bunch of practical tips in the post below. I'm confident that if you take the time to follow along and practice, you will have the confidence to sew with faux fur too!

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Elastics - Tiny Waistbands and Another Look at Shirring

Hi Everyone! In part 4 we wrap up the topic with a closer look at some of the techniques shown earlier. First, we'll look at sewing exposed elastic on tiny waistbands and then I'll show you an example using the shirring technique to create a different look for the CA Cami. The main takeaway from this post is not to be afraid to experiment with techniques and ideas and use them in existing patterns and designs! I hope you enjoy taking a more in-depth look with these hands-on videos!

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