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HACK JACOBS.jpg
Try a little patternmaking: Turn the Jacob dress into a boxy top

Try a little patternmaking: Turn the Jacob dress into a boxy top

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What is pattern hacking and why might it be a good place to start learning patternmaking?

What is pattern hacking and why might it be a good place to start learning patternmaking?

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ITF SPOTLIGHT: HOW TO SEW AN ELASTIC BACK WAISTBAND

How to sew an elastic waistband on Malvern culottes by In the Folds sewing patterns

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You’re already part of the Fashion Revolution

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How to Sew French Seams

How to sew french seams

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HOW TO FIND TIME TO SEW
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Looking back at 2025 and what’s coming next

2025 and what’s next for 2026

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View fullsize Look at these amazing Darlow pants made by @shuaychong The piping is such a great touch that really highlights the fun design of these pants 🤍🤍🤍⁠ ⁠ The pattern is available in PDF and paper format by going to our website (link in bio). You can als
View fullsize Hands up if your body measurements change from day to day (and even across one day!) 🙋🏻‍♀️🙋🏻‍♀️🙋🏻‍♀️ ⁠ ⁠ Welcome to the club! And congratulations - we can confirm you're human! 😆⁠ ⁠ Fluctuating body measurements is a common experie
View fullsize By sewing the Barkly skirt (this month's project for Curated by ITF), you are going to learn some really fun techniques! You've got two pocket options, an invisible zip to install, the choice between a waistband and a waist facing and some fun hem tr
View fullsize Hip hip hooray! A new Issue of Curated by ITF is here! 🎉🥳⁠ ⁠ We know that the process of fitting and making toiles can be overwhelming, but we firmly believe that if you are armed with the right knowledge and the support of a fantastic sewing commu

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