Pleated Face Mask Sewing Pattern and Tutorial Update

September 03, 2021 by Hilarie Dayton in PDF Pattern, Tutorial

Since cloth face masks look like there are going to be the feature accessory for yet another season, I’ve updated my very popular, Pleated Face Mask Tutorial to add a PDF of the Pleated Face Mask Sewing pattern in three sizes: Adult, Older Child/Tween, and young child.

When I first wrote the tutorial last year, I had no experience in wearing a face mask. Like you,I have learned a lot in the past year and a half. Not just how to make a great looking, safe and durable mask, but also that in order to wear them, they have to be comfortable and they need to completely cover your nose and mouth.

How to Sew A Detachable Statement Collar- Part Two

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May 19, 2021 by Hilarie Dayton in Tutorial, Sewing and Construction, PDF Pattern

Learn to sew a detachable statement collar with perfect collar points.

Welcome to part two of the series, How to Sew a Detachable Collar. Detachable Statement Collars are such quick and satisfying sewing projects. There is so much mix and match potential in the variations that you might find yourself amassing quite a collection. Throughout this series, we will begin with a basic collar pattern and learn how to change the design to create a look that is uniquely you.

The Detachable Statement Collar Free Sewing Pattern and Tutorial

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April 02, 2021 by Hilarie Dayton in Garment Construction, Learn to Sew, PDF Pattern, Tutorial

Statement collars are everywhere right now- and with good reason. They can be easily tied on over tees, coats, sweaters and even dresses for an instant outfit upgrade. The collars are really easy to make and to give as gifts too!

How to Make Plush Fabric Pumpkins Free PDF Pattern and Tutorial

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November 23, 2020 by Hilarie Dayton in Tutorial

Happy Thanksgiving! Since most of us will be home this year to celebrate, and needing some festive decor, I’ve got a fun DIY for you. This tutorial is a bit of an update from one that I wrote a few years back. The construction and pattern are the same, but I’ll walk you through a few other options for stems. Plus, like the velvet pumpkins that I love to make and gift each year- we can tuft these to give them a more organic pumpkin-y shape.

How to Make a Plush Fabric Pumpkin

Easy DIY Lace Collar Necklace

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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?

DIY Easy Mini Felt Bunny Ornaments

April 10, 2020 by Hilarie Dayton in PDF Pattern, Tutorial

Easter is on Sunday! Since quarantine began, I am never really quite sure what day it is anymore. Somehow in all of this uncertainty, I hadn’t gotten around to putting out any type of seasonal decoration. With a daughter called Bunny, we generally take Easter decorating pretty seriously around here. So, in an effort to jump start on all things Bunny, here is a quick hand-sewing project for you to make and enjoy.

How to Maximize Your Time Sewing Cloth Face Masks With These Tips and Tricks

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April 03, 2020 by Hilarie Dayton in Tutorial, Sewing and Construction, PDF Pattern, mask

Learn how to save time and maximize the number of face masks that you can sew. How to sew a double-layer face mask with wire and pocket for filter or shield. Step by step cloth face mask tutorial and free pattern. Face masks are hard to come by and it seems that hospitals will be facing a shortage.

Face Mask Sewing Pattern and Tutorial

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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.

HOW TO HAND SEW SEQUINS: A Course in Creating Custom Embellishments with Sequins

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February 26, 2020 by Hilarie Dayton in Tutorial, Fabrics and Textiles, Sewing and Construction, Sustainability

Recently I have been seeing a host of embellishments of all manner in fashion magazines and on the runways. Perhaps since clothing shapes and silhouettes are holding steady, embellishment is a way to make clothing new and enticing. Whether it’s just a sprinkling here and there or an all-over design, embellishment is a fun way to both personalize and dress up your wardrobe.

This winter I discovered that one of my favorite sweaters had been enjoyed by some moths. Uggh! However, instead of being upset, I decided that this presented the perfect opportunity to create a design that I had been playing around with in my mind and repair my beloved sweater.

Reflections

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February 01, 2020 by Hilarie Dayton in Bag Making, Book, Tutorial

Have you ever watched yourself on video? If you have, then you might describe it as an entirely shocking, altogether horrifying experience. Or at least cringe worthy. Growing up in the 70’s and 80’s, cameras were really only brought out on occasion, to document something that you wanted to remember. I can’t recall when my family got a video camera, but it was definitely later in life. Maybe in college? I do know that I was at least old enough to not have had to be on the recorded side of it. As I write this, a thought just struck me, I wonder if this new, young generation of kids will ever feel that way about seeing themselves on screen? Maybe since video has woven its way into the day to day experience, they have a wholly different attitude toward it? Perhaps they have grown accustom to seeing themselves in motion and they are more comfortable with their image as opposed to their reflection?