Easy DIY Lace Collar Necklace

October 21, 2020 by Hilarie Dayton in Fabrics and Textiles, Pattern Making, Tutorial

Have you gotten used to dressing too comfortable while working from home? Like many of you, I have been looking forward to the change of season wardrobe and some fun experimentation with color and layering. This DIY lace collar necklace is an easy update that can instantly elevate an everyday cardigan or sweater top. The idea is reminiscent of lace detachable collars of the 80’s but so much less stuffy. Gone are the Laura Ashley floral prints and fussy ruffles. These collars are designed to make a statement and bring a bit of contrast to up your look. Ready to sew?

Face Mask Making FAQ's

Little Stitch Studio

April 09, 2020 by Hilarie Dayton in Pattern Making, Sewing and Construction, mask

So many of the questions that I receive through comments, emails and phone calls, tend to focus around a few topics. In the presence of that, I present to you a Face Mask Making FAQ.

Face Mask Sewing Pattern and Tutorial

Little Stitch Studio

March 18, 2020 by Hilarie Dayton in Tutorial, Pattern Making, Sewing and Construction

Across the world, we are all discovering just how unprepared we are for the COVID-19 situation. Face masks are hard to come by and it seems that hospitals will be facing a shortage in the near future. After reading this article I decided that I needed to put my skills to use make a mask pattern.

Form, Function and Culture

Little Stitch Studio

March 03, 2020 by Hilarie Dayton in Fashion Design, Fashion History, Pattern Making, Teaching, Sewing and Construction

In Pattern Making, there are three types of sleeves; set-in, raglan and kimono. All other sleeve styles are developed from one of these three blocks.

However, in this era of globalization, it no longer feels correct to refer to this as a “kimono sleeve”. What then, is an appropriate name for a bodice where the sleeve is integrated into the design instead of a separate piece? “T-shape? Extended sleeve? Robe?