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Taking in a waistband once sewn
How I took in a waistband that was too big on a finished Clemence skirt, after attending an alterations workshop at Guthrie&Ghani
MingMakes
Aug 174 min read
Changing a neckline once sewn
Details of my step-by-step process of how I changed a neckline of a blouse after it was sewn
MingMakes
Jul 285 min read
Clover Pattern Cutting Guide
Discovering this neat little gadget was one of those 'learning opportunities' ie. a mistake I made.
MingMakes
Jul 132 min read
Mentorship with Sarah Veblen
A review of my mentorship programme with Sarah Veblen, how it works and what I've learnt
MingMakes
Jun 286 min read
Qipao / Cheongsam dress 2 in velvet and silk
A Qipao / Cheongsam dress in velvet with silk overlay drafted from a pattern and inspiration photo
MingMakes
Dec 8, 202414 min read
Fitting the Qipao / Cheongsam dress
My detailed fitting journey for a Qipao / Cheongsam pattern, with photos of my toiles, what adjustments I made and why
MingMakes
Nov 2, 202410 min read
Qipao / Cheongsam dress with lace
My review of the stunning Qipao / Cheongsam dress by Porcupine Patterns with beautiful lace detail and metallic fabric
MingMakes
Sep 15, 202412 min read
The Avid Seamstress Blouse review
My review of the Avid Seamstress Blouse, sewn on the wonderful Creative Spirit Retreat in polka dot cotton and self-cover buttons
MingMakes
May 23, 20246 min read
Fitting the Avid Seamstress Blouse
Details of how I fitted The Blouse pattern by The Avid Seamstress, including upper and lower rounded back and sleeve adjustments
MingMakes
Apr 27, 20247 min read
Kelly Anorak
Review of the Kelly Anorak in dry oilskin, with details of how I corrected a 1cm discrepancy in my zip, and where I got my silver hardware
MingMakes
Apr 7, 20248 min read
Fitting the Kelly Anorak
Details of how I fitted the Kelly Anorak by Closet Core Patterns, with upper rounded back adjustment
MingMakes
Mar 24, 20242 min read
New Look 6545 Bomber Jacket
My review of the New Look 6545 bomber jacket in embroidered floral chambray and lined with Bremsilk, a superb pattern and fabric pairing
MingMakes
Feb 11, 20246 min read
An alteration - shortening a RTW pleated skirt
A simple alteration to shorten a rtw pleated skirt, marking the new hem on the machine and finishing with a rolled hem on the overlocker.
MingMakes
Jan 22, 20242 min read
Zadie Jumpsuit 2 in velvet
Review of my gorgeous velvet Zadie Jumpsuit with gathered full length sleeves and satin binding
MingMakes
Jan 6, 202412 min read
Eden Coat
Review of the Eden Coat by Tilly and the Buttons in a beautiful blue and white checked wool, with details of my pattern matching journey
MingMakes
Dec 10, 202312 min read
Winter Coat workshop with Claire Tyler
My review of the Winter Coat workshop with Claire Tyler, where I made the Eden Coat by Tilly and the Buttons
MingMakes
Oct 15, 20236 min read
Ginger Jeans
My review of the Ginger Jeans by Closet Core Patterns, made in stretch denim with high-waist and stovepipe leg, at a Guthrie&Ghani workshop
MingMakes
Sep 16, 202310 min read
Making Your Perfect Fit Jeans workshop at Guthrie&Ghani
I booked this workshop at Guthrie&Ghani shortly after attending the Jeans Drafting workshop at Like Sew Amazing. I had a fitted pattern...
MingMakes
Sep 2, 20235 min read
Zadie Jumpsuit
My review of the Zadie Jumpsuit by Paper Theory, including fitting adjustments and toiles, construction and dealing with the tricky binding
MingMakes
Aug 1, 20239 min read
Draft Your Perfect Jeans workshop at Like Sew Amazing
Review of the Draft Your Perfect Jeans workshop at Like Sew Amazing, including details of the workshop, sewing space and location
MingMakes
Jul 8, 20234 min read
Fitting the Zadie Jumpsuit
Details on how I fit the Zadie Jumpsuit, with the help of FinaMakes in a workshop at Like Sew Amazing
MingMakes
Jun 23, 20237 min read
Heather Blazer
My review of the Heather Blazer by the Friday Pattern Company, including my fitting and construction details, and Claire Tyler's workshop
MingMakes
Jun 5, 20237 min read
Fitting the Heather Blazer
Details on how I fit the Heather Blazer by The Friday Pattern Company, including my process with photos of my toiles and adjustments
MingMakes
May 27, 20234 min read
Lynda Maynard’s RTW Sienna Maker Jacket class
My experience with Lynda Maynard RTW Jacket class, an 8 week online course to sew the Sienna Maker Jacket by Closet Core Patterns
MingMakes
May 8, 20236 min read
