In this post, we’re taking a couture techniques deep dive into the hand sewing that was involved in sewing the bodice of my wedding dress! two lines of basting stitches, three layers of silk, and one very pretty result!

Okay, I vowed to keep the muslins and fitting stuff to a minimum but I feel I really want to touch on this. It seems a lot of ladies in the Facebook Group are new-ish dressmakers, which I love! And si

Learn how to sew a Sleeveless Bodice with lining

One thing I really love about summer is wearing dresses. There is just something so fun about it! While I usually only make dresses for the girls (because I find it way easier) but decided I would try my hand at making myself a dress. My first attempt turned out pretty good: I made […]

Are you ready to create your own bustier pattern? Look no further, because I've got you covered! In this tutorial, I will show you how to create your own basic bustier pattern or download my free printable PDF pattern in 6 sizes and hack it into 8 different styles, including a bustier with cups, milkmaid top, bustier with sleeves or without sleeves, bustier dress, and more. This tutorial is perfect for beginners, and I will guide you step-by-step on how to resize the pattern and add perfect…

How to Make a Bodice Pattern - Draft a sloper pattern based on your own measurements to help you fit patterns to yourself.

This DIY tutorial will show you how to change a zipper to a lace up back. You'll also learn to make your own corset back panel.

This is a digital pattern for a Women's Strapless Princess Seam Bodice Block, size 2-14. These blocks are meant to be used for fitting and as a starting point for drafting more complex patterns. Use the size chart to determine your size, then follow the line guide to cut out the appropriate size block. These do NOT include seam allowances. This is a Slim Fit pattern, so there is 1/2"-1" of ease around the body. You may need to add to the pattern for a looser fit. The length is Cropped…

I've heard a lot of good things about the Bootstrap Fashion DIY dress form pattern, and decided to try it out for myself.

‘A one-piece dress block can provide the best base, but to make it fit closely all the ease built in during construction for unrestrained movement in top clothes must be systematically remove…