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  Sewing tip | How to adjust the thread tension |
  Published : 08/27/2023 17:14:26 | Categories : Sewing Tips

  Proper thread tension is the key to a well-made and durable garment. When the tension is not suitable, it can drive you crazy! Threads that make loops, fabric that curls, uneven stitches can [...]

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  Felskinn + Pisoc | Sewing kits |
  Published : 07/02/2023 21:12:44 | Categories : Sewing kit , Sewing pattern , Swimwear

  I am delighted to introduce you to the latest Opian novelty: the sewing kits for FELSKINN and PISOC swimsuits! Whether you are a sewing enthusiast or an amateur who likes to take on new cha [...]

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  Felskinn + Pisoc | Testers |
  Published : 06/18/2023 15:16:39 | Categories : Inspiration , Sewing pattern , Swimwear

  We meet again for the traditional presentation of the versions of the testers of the last two FELSKINN and PISOC swimsuits. As always, I had the pleasure of working with lots of great s [...]

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  Focus | Pisoc |
  Published : 06/08/2023 10:33:12 | Categories : Sewing pattern , Swimwear

  Two alternative and trendy swimsuits have been released recently and today we are going to see in more detail the one which is called PISOC. Model PISOC is a faux two-piece consisting [...]

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  Focus | Felskinn |
  Published : 06/06/2023 08:34:41 | Categories : Sewing pattern , Swimwear

  You may have seen past our two swimsuits that launched recently!? If you haven't already fallen for one of them, here is more detail on the FELSKINN model that will make you want to relax by the [...]

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  Introduction | Pisoc + Felskinn |
  Published : 05/31/2023 22:39:06 | Categories : Sewing pattern , Swimwear

  It’s swimwear o’clock, so time to get ready before Summer! After many months of work, I am delighted to introduce you the two new Opian sewing patterns, the PISOC and FELSKINN one-piece swi [...]

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  Opian | Development of a sewing pattern |
  Published : 05/19/2023 12:10:07 | Categories : Opian

  The development of a sewing pattern is a work of several months. I'm going to explain more in details how it works at Opian. As you probably know, there is only one person at Opian, and that's [...]

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  History | Crakows |
  Published : 05/04/2023 08:31:24 | Categories : Costume history

  Do you know those shoes with a very pointed toe typical of the Middle Ages, the crakows? Well, they were fashionable for over 200 years! The crakows surely find their origin in Poland because [...]

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  Sewing tips | Cut the fabric with precision |
  Published : 04/02/2023 17:43:44 | Categories : Sewing Tips

  Before starting to sew your long-awaited sewing project, you have to go through cutting fabric. This is an important step for a garment that fits well and lasts a long time. This action is [...]

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  Sewing Tips | What is interfacing |
  Published : 02/04/2023 17:05:32 | Categories : Sewing Tips

  If you've sewn a few Opian sewing patterns, you've probably used interfacing. It is an important element for a quality garment, which is why we will take a closer look at what interlining is and [...]

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