The Brasov Wrap Top pattern is now in the shop! It’s not a secret that wrap tops are flattering. Diane von Furstenberg became famous for her iconic wrap dresses for a reason. It’s a classy, feminine and elegant, yet easy-to-wear. There’s really nothing not to love about them, and you should very much sew your own. […]
Whether you sew or not, you need a pair of timeless trousers in your wardrobe. Now it is possible for us sewists to create a pair with all the classic features with the newly released North Point Trousers sewing pattern! I am very excited about the North Point Trousers pattern. On a side note, initially […]
The testing call is closed. The Brasov Wrap Top pattern is now available in the shop! +++++ I used to have a top that looked like the Brasov Wrap Top. I wore it so much and it has since fallen apart, but isn’t it great that we can sew? Would you like to test […]
My goal here is a simple jacket that is perfect for fall and here’s what we’ve got here! Would you be interested in testing the Hvar Jacket? This jacket doesn’t look like a quick sew, but it is. There are only four pattern pieces for the jacket! This is an unlined jacket with a waterfall […]
Many people have donated to the Hurricane Harvey flood victims and so can you. Itch to Stitch is holding a Hurricane Harvey Relief Fundraiser today (August 31). You can get 25% off any pattern from the shop using the code TEXAS. Fifty percent of the proceeds will be donated to Hurricane Harvey Relief Fund by The Greater Houston Community Foundation. The sewing pattern […]
I have been admiring the strong and beautiful back welt pockets that store-bought trousers/slacks have. They are different from the (single) welt pocket that you find in the front. They are also different from what we usually see in sewing tutorials. What’s different about them? They are attached to the waistband in the back and […]
Does this ever happen to you? The pattern calls for 5/8″ buttons, but you see some 3/4″ buttons that are just PERFECT with your fabric of your shirt? What do you do? Let’s be honest, sometimes I just slap the 3/4″ buttons on, making the buttonholes longer, and call it the day. No one can […]
I always thought the positions of button and buttonhole are pretty self-explanatory. But more than one occasion, I have seen buttons that were placed a bit too close to the edge of a garment. I haven’t seen anyone discussing the topic in a blog post, so I thought I could contribute a little to the […]
The testing call is now closed. Thank you so much for your overwhelming support! The North Point Trousers pattern is now available in the shop. +++++++++++++++++++++ Hi lovely ladies! I have been making dress patterns for the last few releases, and I thought it’s time to make some pants. I know many people dread making […]
In my opinion, you can’t have too many shirt dresses, especially one that is classic and figure-flattering. Those are the qualities that I kept in mind when I created the Chai Shirt and Dress pattern. I am excited that the pattern is now in the shop! This button-down, fit-and-flare shirt/dress pattern has a classic […]
The testing call is now closed. The pattern is available in the shop. Thank you so much for your overwhelming support! +++++++++++ Hi lovely ladies! Who is interested in testing the latest design, Chai Shirt & Dress? The Chai is inspired by vintage wasp waist dresses, but with modern sensibility. However, I can imagine that […]
Looking for a dress pattern that flatters your figure? Look no further! The Oceanside Dress pattern is released today! Seriously, the dress looks A-M-A-Z-I-N-G on every single one of my testers. And did I mention it’s super comfortable? It’s a knit dress that is relaxed at the top and bottom (skirt), and is cinched at […]
