Sewing and Clothing Repair

Wine bottles come in some of the most fantastic shapes that just beg to be collected. The corks holding in all the flavor and aroma are also commonly saved. Once…

Sheer fabrics are delicate and oh so beautiful. They are largely associated with wedding veils, but they can be used in many different ways. People often wonder about the differences…

Bows and satin ribbon go together like peanut butter and honey – you can hardly think of one without thinking of the other. Of course, you can make a bow…

There are many reasons why you might want to make a skirt shorter. Styles change, the existing length doesn’t flatter your figure or you want to alter your older daughter’s…

High heels make the wearer appear taller, give the illusion of longer, slimmer legs, accentuating the calf muscle and are generally more attractive than flat shoes. Plus, they create a…

If you thought that classic silk scarves were a thing of the past, you just need to look at influencers on Instagram and you will see how wrong you were!…

Have you ever wrapped a blanket around your shoulders? Sure, we all have.  A chilly morning, sitting on the patio enjoying your morning coffee, with a blanket wrapped around your…

Hoodies are very popular. But, maybe you have a favorite jacket that didn’t come ready-made with a hood. What can you do? How do you add a hood to a…

Fibers have been woven into fabrics for about 100,000 years. The process is quite simple, but getting the fabric just the right texture and color can be very complicated. Luckily,…

Cloaks, both with and without hoods, were very popular in the olden days. This type of garment is loose fitting and is worn over indoor clothing. It keeps out the…