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Which sewing machine to buy if you're starting out in 2026

Machines · September 7, 2026 Buying your first sewing machine is a little daunting: there are dozens of models, they...

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How to print a PDF pattern correctly: a step-by-step guide

Patterns · September 4, 2026 You've bought your digital pattern, you have it on your computer and now comes the...

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How to choose the right fabric for a dress (and how many metres you need)

Fabrics · September 1, 2026 Choosing the fabric is one of the loveliest decisions in a project… and also one...

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Why don't some patterns fit well? The real causes (and how to fix them)

Fit · August 29, 2026 You chose your size, you cut carefully, you sewed patiently… and the garment doesn't look...

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Industrial pattern making and custom pattern making: what's the difference (and what types exist)

Pattern Making · July 20, 2026 If you already know what pattern making is, you've probably wondered: is the pattern...

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How to choose your size in a sewing pattern (and how to get it right with BERA patterns)

Sizing · July 9, 2026 Choosing the right size is arguably the most important decision before cutting fabric. You can...

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What is pattern making and why does it completely change your clothes

Pattern Making · June 28, 2026 There's a reason why two garments made from the same fabric can look completely...

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How to take your measurements for sewing: the step-by-step guide

Measurements · June 17, 2026 Here's a truth that changes sewing forever: a well-sewn garment with the wrong measurements will...

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Grainlines in Sewing: Straight Grain, Cross Grain, and Bias Explained

Technique · June 6, 2026 If there's one concept that separates beginners from confident sewers, it's this: grainline. It might...