Tag: sewalongs

Welcome back to the Fern sewalong! Let’s pick up where we left off. Joining your shorts Now to get these Fern shorts looking a bit more three dimensional! Match the left front and left back shorts pieces together, with the right sides of the fabric facing. Notice that a tiny bit of the right side…

Now we get to sewing! If you haven’t sewn in a while and would like a quick reminder on how to wind your bobbin and thread up your machine, have a look at our YouTube videos below. Sewing the darts Sew the darts on the front and back shorts pieces. Start at the top edge…

Wrapping up We have the solid basis of a skirt – but it just needs a little tidying up! Today we’re going to finish the waistband to hide all the raw edges, and neatly take up the hem. Let’s get started. Finishing the waistband Fold half the waistband in toward the inside of the skirt.…

Setting the waistband and invisible zip Today we’ll be getting to grips with invisible zips! If you missed it, take a peek at how we gathered our skirts before you follow along to attach your waistband and put in your zip. Sewing the waistband Iron your fusible interfacing to the wrong side of the waistband…

Welcome back to the Amy sewalong! Let’s get stuck in. Setting up your machine We’re going to be running a large, straight stitch along the top edge of the skirt, so set your stitch length as long as possible. Making the gathers I find it easiest to gather each panel one at a time –…

Getting started and sewing the pockets Now to get stitching! If you haven’t sewn in a while and need a refresher on how to wind your bobbin and thread up your machine, have a look at our quick YouTube videos below. Sewing the pockets Start with your front skirt piece facing up. Take your pocket…

Laying out and cutting out your pattern Welcome back to the next part of the Amy skirt sewalong. In the previous post, we covered what you need to get started, and how to cut out your paper pattern. Today, we’re cutting our pattern pieces out of our fabric. Scissors at the ready, let’s get started.…

Welcome and introduction to the basics Why hello there! Thanks for joining in on the Amy sewalong. Every few days this month, we’ll take a look at each step of making the Amy skirt from start to finish. If you’ve ever wanted to start sewing, but weren’t sure just how to tackle it, this is…

We’re feeling the winter chill in the air, and what better way to keep warm than with a spot of sewing? Flick on your kettle and fire up your sewing machine, because Afternoon is hosting the Amy skirt sewalong to keep you company this July. For the uninitiated, a sewalong shows you how to sew…

Wrapping up All that’s left to do on your dress is the hem! I’m a little old-school, as I find the best finish is most often achieved by hand. Here’s how. Finishing your hem Fold the lower edge of your hem up by 1cm. Press in place with a warm iron. Fold your hem in…