Tips and Tutorials

Sewing Tips & Tutorials...

Wrapped Robe Collar - Showing the Steps
VIDEO TUTORIAL
The Fundy pattern features unique collar with a wrapped edge. A visual of pinning and stitching the collar, including steps 8-20 & 32-37, are shown in this video. (Updated February 2021 - previous video started at Step 32, which in this update is at 5:25).
(Video also available on YouTube)

Sirmilik Coat Reversible Sleeves - Showing the Steps
VIDEO TUTORIAL
This video shows how to put together the sleeves on a reversible garment, as in the Sirmilik Fleece Coat.
(Video also available on YouTube)

Nahanni Swim Top Straps & Enclosed Gusset - Showing the Steps
VIDEO TUTORIALS
These two videos walk through the assembly steps of Assembling the Straps on the Nahanni Swim Top & sewing the Enclosed Gusset option on the Nahanni Swimsuit bottoms.
(Videos also available on YouTube)

Wrapped Fleece Binding - Showing the Technique
VIDEO TUTORIAL
The wrapped fleece binding is used on the hem, cuffs, and collar of the Muskoka pattern, as well as in some of my other fleece patterns. Here is a video showing exactly how it is done.
(Video also available on YouTube)

Tying a Perfect Bow - Freehand Technique
VIDEO TUTORIAL
This is how to tie a perfect little decorative bow to embellish any sewing project. Check out the blog post HERE for another technique, using a tool that you are guaranteed to have in your home.
(Video also available on YouTube)

Shirring: Testing & Tension