The directive was clear: Find a black, A-line skirt that nips in at the waist, flares out at the hips and falls below the knee. A skirt so simple and classic it can be worn regardless of trends, that ...

Any girl worth her salt would be envious of Azure Messmer’s sewing prowess. She is skilled enough to design her own patterns, and her collection includes numerous skirts, tops and some jeans. If she ...

When my mother was in high school, she made all of her own clothes. Not because she couldn’t afford to shop–but because it was cooler to wear one-of-a-kind outfits. In recent years, we’ve seen a ...

I've sewn many things over the years including quilts, handbags and aprons, but I'm just getting into garment sewing. "Free weekly sewing lessons to those willing to sew clothes for local kids in need ...

After 20-some years of sewing clothes for homeless children, the Helping Hands Sewing Group has noticed some changes. Fabrics have gotten thinner and contain more polyester than they used to. What ...

Make one of these easy baby sewing projects. Use up your fabric scraps or upcycle items to make perfect baby shower gifts. Baby sewing projects are one of my very favorite things to sew. Everything is ...