Author: Helen Harrison

I'm Helen Harrison, I have a degree in Historical Costume for Stage & Screen and I started Crafty Sewing Sew as a way to document & share my passion for sewing.
10 Best Fabrics For Pyjamas & Sleepwear (2023 Guide)
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10 Best Fabrics For Pyjamas & Sleepwear (2023 Guide)

Whether you’re looking to purchase a pair of pyjamas (or pajamas for my North American friends) or make some pyjamas of your own, it’s important to understand the different fabrics you can use, and which might be best based on your personal circumstances. The best fabric for pyjamas is cotton since it’s soft, easy to…

Is Sewing Pattern Sizing The Same As Ready To Wear Sizes?

Is Sewing Pattern Sizing The Same As Ready To Wear Sizes?

When getting your first sewing pattern or ready-to-wear clothes, the sizes might have you confused. If you’re not sure what to look out for, you could even end up with terribly ill-fitting garments. Your body size isn’t changing, so should your size not be the same for both clothing types? Sewing pattern sizes are different…

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Ironing Fabric When Sewing — What You Need To Know

Ironing and pressing fabric during the sewing process is a step that most novices skip, but it’s one of the essential things that can make a finished product look professional. When ironing, use a slow back-and-forth motion. When pressing, rest the iron on top of a wrinkle for a few seconds before removing it. Do…