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How to sew a dart

Sewing a Dart

Someone requested that I write about sewing a dart. This is not a topic I think about writing, so I appreciate feedback from you all. I use this method *most* of the time. As you can see below, there’s some limitation. But we don’t have to go into all the other scenarios now. We will […]

Itch to Stitch Chirripo Top PDF Sewing Pattern

New Sewing Pattern: Chirripo Top

Are you dreaming about wearing something cool and breezy these days? I have the exact top you need in the shop—the Chirripo Top! This Chirripo Top is designed to be make with lightweight woven fabric. My favorite feature? The square neckline! You don’t see square neckline these days much, but the uniqueness is exactly why […]

Itch to Stitch Plitvice Top PDF Sewing Pattern

New Pattern: Plitvice Top

Kick your everyday wear up another notch with the latest addition to the Itch to Stitch catalog—the Plitvice Top! You know why I name this sewing pattern Plitvice? Plitvice Lakes National Park is in Croatia. It has the most amazing cascading lakes with an astonishing color. The front of this top reminds me these lakes; […]

Itch to Stitch Crystal Cove Cami PDF Sewing Pattern

New Pattern: Crystal Cove Cami

As the heat is approaching, I want to wear something light, flowy and cool. The Crystal Cove Cami fits that bill perfectly. Even if you are not the type wearing spaghetti straps, the cami can also work as a base layer underneath another top. For one week, the Crystal Cove Cami pattern is 20% off. […]

How to turn loops - spaghetti straps, button loops, waist ties, shoe laces

Turning Loops/Spaghetti Straps – Three Ways

You may encounter a project where thin, skinny, fabric loops will be required—spaghetti straps, button loops, waist ties, shoe laces or whatever. These loops are usually made of fabric cut on the bias, sewn together with right sides together, and then are turned right side out. There are many ways to turn loops, way more […]