Grab some beads or studs…and by studs I don’t mean tall, dark and handsome men. Although if they love to sew, don’t hesitate to bring ... More
Only a couple of weeks into the Introductory Sewing course, there always seem to be a few (very ambitious) students who are interested in complex ... More
Dramatic look-at-me accessories make a serious impact on even the simplest outfits. But there is such a thing as too much of a good thing; ... More
As our new look of LoveSewing.com is coming together (this pic is a sneak peek of the new design!), I’m learning so much about many ... More
Take Two Amidst bankruptcy of her fashion label, designer Betsey Johnson is on to a new gig Betsey + Lulu, a reality TV show alongside ... More
The aisles of the local supermarket are an unlikely birthplace of a major clothing brand but it’s precisely here that Joe Fresh became a household ... More
Home sewers just got another chance to have the most up-to-date runway styles due to the coolest sewing/fashion/pop-culture mash-up I’ve heard in a long time: ... More
Good news sleepy head, stepping outside in loungewear is no longer the fashion faux pas that it once was. TIP #1: Inspired by the ... More
Looking to do business with someone you don’t know? You need a sales pitch! My sister, who works as a regional marketing director for a ... More
We won a grant! I am proud to announce that thanks to the hard work of many in Awamaki, our knitting association, Tejedoras de Puente ... More
My inspiration boards (Pinterest, anyone?) all have a common theme: D.I.Y. All my magazines, website bookmarks, and screenshots are of handmade, homemade fashion. It’s all ... More
It’s that time of year again—barbecue season! The weather’s warm again and friends and family will soon be coming over for grilled meats and veggies, ... More
I never cared about sewing. I never wondered where my clothes came from or how they were made—and I definitely never thought I’d be able ... More
I just got back from Vancouver, where I spent a week working with my fave fabric store out there (and the leading fabric store on ... More
The first time I walked into a fabric store, I was absolutely overwhelmed with all the choices. It took me hours to figure out if ... More
Classifieds The fashion world is buzzing after the news that Raf Simons is Dior’s new artistic director, filling a yearlong empty seat that John Galliano ... More
Like the Emperor’s new clothes, this summer the hottest accessories are the ones that you can’t see. Clear PVC is the material of choice among ... More
If the thought of running into your fashion doppelganger causes you to break into a cold sweat, you’ll want to pay a visit to Bicyclette, ... More
Supplies: Denim Printed fabric Cut list: Denim one piece 14.5” x 24” (37 cm x 61 cm) one piece 6.5” x 11” (17 ... More
Supplies: Denim fabric 17” x 18” (43 cm x 46 cm) Fun-coloured fabric 13” x 17” (33 cm x 43 cm) Thread matching in colour ... More
“Remember SimCity?” My mom asked me out of nowhere. “Well, don’t let your business fall apart like that while you’re focusing on growth.” Let’s ... More
This simple yet fashion-forward project will definitely make your outfit stand out. Wear it with a contrasting coloured top to add an unexpected addition to ... More
A great (and fast!) project that will keep your bathroom or suitcase organized. All you need is a pair of worn-out jeans. Supplies: 1 denim ... More
TIP #1: While stomach exposure may be a perilous fashion statement, the combination of a high waistband and top that sits below the belly button ... More
Many people (mainly non-sewers and some new sewing students) are puzzled by the concept of making clothing from scratch. The idea of buying fabric, cutting ... More
My team and I have been prepping and planning a new website for LoveSewing.com for over a year now. And we’re finally nearing the unveiling ... More
There have been books & guides to help construct some sort of formula to emulate that effortless yet seemingly elusive elegance that the French have ... More
I dream of having a fabulous sewing/crafting space. You must know the type I’m talking about: inspiring dedicated rooms or converted attics that are flooded ... More
I have been sewing for as long as I can remember, and my mom doesn’t recall when she learned. We have many years of sewing ... More
I tend to be a bit of a homebody, but this summer I’m going to Vancouver for three events in less than 10 days. I ... More
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