You’re visiting this site because you’d like to learn more about how to alter your own clothing, or someone else’s. It may be that you are trying to save money in this economy or you are just trying to expand your creative knowledge. Whatever, the reason, I’m glad you’re here.
You’ll notice as you look at articles already published, that they cover a multitude of topics and ability levels. That is because I am writing posts as I receive work from my customers. Some days all I have are hems to do. Other days, I am altering a bridal gown or making a bench seat cushion. Yet, other days, I am mending an item or two. So, that is why you see alterations of all kinds.
Some of the more popular articles include: How to hem pants and the professional way to hem jeans.
Look at the left sidebar and click on “More Articles”, then, click on “Select Category” and then click on the category you are interested in. There are several pages of articles under each category. I’m sure you’ll find several that will help you learn or perfect a technique.
If you’d like to see a particular alteration, or you have a question about any of the articles, please respond to the comment section and I’ll respond right away.
Thanks for stopping by.
Now, let’s get sewing!
i would like to know how to widen the waistband on mens pants to make them a little bigger. thank you
Are they casual or dress slacks? How much seam allowance is on the center back seam?
I just wanted to say how much I enjoy reading your posts. I have a shop in North Carolina where I do primarly bridal and formal wear alterations. It is always good to see how other professionals preform different techniques.
One technique I do a lot of is replacing zippers with a corset back. I just replace the zipper with loops, make a tie the length I need and sometimes make a modesty panel. It’s a perfect solution if her dress is several inches too tight. I use this technique instead of a guset because is easier if the dress is fully beaded or has applique that I can’t match. No one will ever know that it was not designed that way to start with!
I have pre-made loops in ivory and white matt-satin. I have also pre-made the ties and modesty panels because I do this so often. Try it, you will love it and so will your girls!
Awesome idea! Thank you so much. Readers, please check out her website…
Love your website. I just wish there was one more tutorial – how to fix a gap in a halter neck dress thanks
There is a tutorial on this subject! Look on the left side of this page where it says. “More Articles”. Click on “Select Category” and choose “Alterations”. Scroll through about three pages until you find the one entitled, “Halter Top or Halter Dress Alteration”.
Hope that helps!