Tutorials

10 Sep

Cashmerette Patterns, Everett Pants & Shorts, Pattern Hacks

Sewing boardshorts: Ayelet’s Everett Shorts hack

October 23, 2025
Posted by Ayelet
boardshorts, bonair athletic top, everett pants & shorts, pattern hack
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Ayelet here! I turned the beloved Everett Pants & Shorts into boardshorts to make my dream swimsuit set—keep reading to learn how! For years now, I've been hacking patterns in pursuit of my dream swimsuit,...

10 Feb

Tutorials

How to Install Snaps on Fabric: the Ultimate Snaps Guide for Sewists

February 10, 2025
Posted by Ayelet
snaps, tutorial
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Let’s talk about snaps! These small but versatile fasteners are perfect whenever you need to secure two pieces of fabric together—offering a great alternative to buttons, zippers, or Velcro. And guess what? They’re not...

15 Jan

Tutorials

How much fabric do I need? How to calculate fabric yardage

January 15, 2025
Posted by Ayelet
calculating fabric, color blocking, fabric tutorial, pattern hacking, yardage
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How much fabric do you need for a certain project? Many sewing patterns include yardage quantities, but what if your pattern doesn't, or you want to hack or color-block your garment? Here's how to...

13 Aug

Body positivity, Books, Inspiration, Pattern Hacks, Sewing the Curve

A delightful Montvale Dress hack!

October 23, 2025
Posted by Jenny Rushmore
cashmerette montvale, montvale dress, montvale hack
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Have you read my latest book, "Sewing the Curve"? Although I wrote it with beginners in mind, it comes with six patterns which are great for anyone of any sewing level to make. As...

25 Mar

Inspiration, My Wardrobe, Pattern Hacks, Shirts, Springfield Top, Tops

Just call me Maria: Sicilian tablecloth Springfield top hack

October 23, 2025
Posted by Jenny Rushmore
Springfield, Springfield Top, Springfield Top hack
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To the tune of "My Favourite Things": # Beaches, volcanos and pretty piazzas # # Mind-blowing pastries and views of the mountains # # Lemon-y tablecloths, White Lotus scenes # # These are a few of my favourite...

17 Oct

Tutorials

How to Grade a Sewing Pattern Up or Down

While it’s undoubtedly easiest to make a sewing pattern in your size, sometimes you may come across a pattern you REALLY want to make – but you’re just outside the size range. Fear not!...

13 Mar

Canton Moto Jacket, Cashmerette Patterns, Tutorials

How to shorten a zipper

March 13, 2023
Posted by Ayelet
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What if your zipper is too long for your project, or if you can't find the right length? In this video tutorial, we show you how to shorten a zipper. We recently welcomed the Canton...

13 Mar

Canton Moto Jacket, Cashmerette Patterns, Tutorials

How to finish the Canton Moto Jacket lining

March 13, 2023
Posted by Ayelet
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If you've nearly finished your Canton Moto Jacket and need a bit of help finishing off the lining, you've come to the right place! Rev up your wardrobe with the Canton Moto Jacket! Designed for...

19 Oct

Cashmerette Patterns, Meriam Trousers, Tutorials

How to grade between sizes on the Meriam Trousers & Creston Jeans

August 21, 2025
Posted by Jenny Rushmore
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If you have waist and hip measurements that put you into different sizes, you may need to grade between sizes. In this blog post, we show you how to grade between sizes on the...

17 Oct

Cashmerette Patterns, Meriam Trousers, Tutorials

How to finish the front pockets of the Meriam Trousers & Creston Jeans

August 21, 2025
Posted by Ayelet
cashmerette meriam, meriam trousers, pants making, pants making for curves, tutorial
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The Meriam Trousers and Creston Jeans patterns feature an innovative flex waistband with some unique construction steps. In this tutorial, we're showing you how to finish the front pockets of the Meriam or Creston...

17 Oct

Cashmerette Patterns, Meriam Trousers, Tutorials

How to do a full bum adjustment on the Meriam Trousers & Creston Jeans

August 21, 2025
Posted by Jenny Rushmore
bum fitting, cashmerette meriam, full bum adjustment, meriam trouser, trouser pattern
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Today, we're helping those of you with bountiful bums get a great fit on the Meriam Trousers and Creston Jeans! Here's how to do a full bum adjustment on the Meriam or Creston. Meet the...

17 Oct

Cashmerette Patterns, Meriam Trousers, Tutorials

How to adjust the rise on pants like the Meriam Trousers & Creston Jeans

August 21, 2025
Posted by Jenny Rushmore
adjustments, cashmerette meriam, meriam trouser, trouser pattern
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Today, we're showing you how to lengthen or shorten the rise on pants like the Meriam Trousers and Creston Jeans. Meet the Meriam Trousers: woven pants you'll actually enjoy wearing. The Meriam has the classic...

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Made for Curves

Great ‘fits start with great fit. That’s why we specialize in sizes 0-32 and cup sizes C-H.

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