For those who use sewing patterns to make their clothes (yes, there are people who don't use patterns!), you have a choice between two formats: PDF and printed pattern. Each format has its [...]
Getting into sewing is an exciting project, but choosing your first pattern can sometimes be a little intimidating. Technical complexity, terminology, suitable fabric: several elements can [...]
The cutting layout is a truly strategic tool: it helps you optimise fabric usage, avoid mistakes, and reduce waste. Understanding it well saves you time, money, and material. Here's how to [...]
How to Reinforce Your Clothing Seams for Maximum Durability. Sewing your own clothes requires a lot of time, energy, and creativity. Nothing is more frustrating than seeing a seam break [...]
Sewing stretch fabrics like spandex or Lycra can seem intimidating, especially for beginners. They tend to slip, stretch, or warp, and sometimes all it takes is a poor adjustment to create wavy [...]
The CIVETTA blouse brings a lot of technical points which are explained step by step in different blog posts under Sewing tips, including this one. Today, we are going to discover the proper [...]
When you're starting out in sewing, reading a pattern can seem mysterious: arrows, small lines, dotted lines, double lines, crosses… Each brand has its own conventions, which only adds to the c [...]
Discover the behind-the-scenes process of creating a dress for a wedding FIRST BODICE TOILE Good start, but I decided to lengthen it and modify the sleeves for more fullness. [...]
Like every 5th August, I'm taking a moment to reflect on the past year, and this time Opian is already celebrating its 9th anniversary! The last two years haven't been easy, it's true. I've [...]
The new VEISIVI swimsuit sewing pattern has arrived! It's with great enthusiasm and a touch of emotion that I present to you today the VEISIVI bikini on testers, the brand new swimsuit se [...]
