A professional seamstress. Isabel has her own video blog where she shares her experience about all the aspects of sewing – from choosing suitable materials to step-by-step instructions on how to sew a summer skirt.
Cotton is a common fabric in dressmaking for various reasons. The different varieties in the market come in a range of textures ranging from light to heavyweight alternatives. The various types of cotton fabric we have today feature different construction to make each of them unique. The use of cotton dates back to ...
As you reflect on the various techniques regarding garment making, you will notice a distinct transition in how garments are created. The most notable noticeable difference is not in the techniques themselves but in the method those techniques are now implemented. In other words, technology has enhanced our ability to ...
As you stop to think about all the possibilities that are out there in today’s modern world, you must identify your skills and what value can offer to the market at large. For those of you who are talented in the embroidery space, this is a time for you to consider starting your own embroidery business. Taking such a ...
When thinking about the roll zippers play in garment making today, you are well aware of the vital role they play in our clothing. As you stop to think about that for a second, take some time to reflect on the time when the zipper failed you and how that impacted the rest of your day or experience overall. As most ...
When thinking about the various clothing you wear on a daily basis, it is completely normal to overlook the functionality of some less obvious parts of the clothing. You most definitely have noticed buttons on a jacket or on your favorite pair of jeans but do you notice the fine details associated with buttonholes? If ...
Silk is a natural protein fiber that is woven into an assortment of textiles. Fabrics in this category have a luxurious feel, and every type of silk fabric has exceptional features that determine the use and longevity of the textile. Natural silk is costly as the production process is lengthy and tasking for producing ...
Lace has different types, and even though they look almost similar, there are definite differences in the production process and the best application for each variant. The earliest forms of lace were handcrafted, and only the bourgeoisie could afford to have this type of fabric in their homes. Fabrics that are in this ...
We can all recall a time where we were able to describe our favorite pair of jeans. When thinking back on it, what was it that made you identify those pairs of jeans? The reality is that may differ for many of you, but there are some commonalities and why people select specific jeans as their favorite. If you were to ...
When thinking about the various ways to demonstrate your creativity, there are so many pathways you can choose to follow. Many people decide to give cross stitching and The task is simplified and a good result much more easily obtained if the embroidery is done not in the hand but stretched in a frame the shot. ...
There are certain skills that many of us feel we have mastered over time. One of those skills we have been practicing since kindergarten. The particular skill we will be discussing in further depth today is the art of cutting. You might think that you mastered such a skill many years ago, but in reality, when seeking ...
