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Choosing fabric is one of the most fun parts of sewing! Today, I’ll share my fabric recommendations for the Lonsdale Dress. For this dress, a change in fabric can give it a completely different look! Choose a solid silk for formal occasions, printed cotton for the beach. It’s up to you! Here’s what I recommend […]
If your fabric is sheer, you may want to underline your Pendrell Blouse. I know a lot of you are already planning to underline your blouses for the Sew-Along. You may wonder, what’s the difference between lining and underlining? Underlining is different from lining, in that it’s sewn to the main fabric as a backing. […]
Welcome to the Pendrell Sew-Along! Before we cut, let’s talk about pre-washing your fabric. Pre-washing is basically washing your fabric before you start sewing. That’s all there is to it! There are a couple of theories and reasons why we do this step. I’ll give you the whys and hows of prewashing, and then tell […]