This story was originally published on May 22, 2023, and has been updated. When Arounna Khounnoraj was growing up, her mother, a seamstress, made and mended Khounnoraj's clothes. She would try to make ...
When Lydia Morrow was pregnant with her son, like so many people she gained weight fairly quickly. Faced with a "full-on wardrobe makeover project", she figured she’d finally invest in the clothing ...
In today’s fast-paced world, the idea of mending your own clothes might seem outdated. However, this simple skill offers numerous benefits that go beyond just saving money. Learning how to repair your ...
Before the boom of ready-to-wear fashion, every piece of clothing someone owned was made for the individual, either themselves or by someone they knew. Now, around 30 years after fast fashion began ...
Some 30 million Americans sew, and their ages now trend younger — TikTok shares nearly 3 million posts with #sewing and related terms. The rise of slow fashion, DIY and sustainability has reversed ...
In this video, I share a try-on of the clothes I've made myself over the last couple of years! I love creating my own garments and have received many questions about my sewing process on Instagram.
It’s Me-Made-May and sewist Marissa Friesen is joining thousands of creatives around the globe by wearing her handmade clothing every day in May. “It's kind of nice to see how most of my closet has ...
Looking for a quick fix to save your clothes without splashing out on a tailor? Intimidated to try your hand at sewing for the first time? Fear not! We’re here to help you conquer clothing repairs, ...
Learning to sew is a big and exciting endeavor that requires the right tools to support you on your creative journey. The best sewing machines for beginners allow you to quickly hone your craft while ...