Fair Fit is an individually run sewing studio in Baton Rouge, Louisiana where you can learn how to sew and make your own clothing. I teach individualized sewing instruction for students at all levels of experience, from absolute beginner to practiced and seasoned sewers.
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I created a Fair Fit Daily Sew challenge for myself and a few students who were really interested in sewing, but needed a way to find time for their practice after I read a post by sewing blogger Christine Haynes about finding time for your sewing. I decided to give it a try and see what happens. Here is what I learned about the process and some steps for moving forward.
I've got another great weekend project for you! This one is for sewists looking for design inspiration and a more advanced project to improve your skills. In this post, learn all about working with Japanese Patterns and what you need to look for when working with this type of design. I will show you my process of working with the pattern, how to make it fit, how I sewed its details and finishing. Read along and get the tips I use to make the process easy and efficient.
Need a project this weekend? In this post, check out this easy way to transform this oversize thrift store skirt. A great project for beginners, and budgeters too!
You don't have to be stuck rolling up your sleeves because every shirt you buy is too long. I know this is one of the most common yet, challenging alterations to tackle. But once you know how to do it, its so rewarding to get your shirts to be their proper proportion. In this tutorial, I'll teach you how to shorten your sleeves and rebuild your plackets and cuffs.
It's cold out! Need an extra layer? Get ready to make this seasons trend- the long and lovely cardigan. I put myself to a time test on this one- how long does it really take to make a knitwear weekend project? I estimated an hour, do you think I made it? Read along to find out what happened. In this post you, learn more about sewing your own knits and making time for your projects.
2015 is here! If you are wanting to learn how to sew this year, here is a look at the seams that you will get the most use of in your sewing projects. Some of these work for constructing home interiors, some are for knits, and others will help you make alterations. Read on to learn some of the basics every beginner needs to know.
