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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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