Category Archives: Super Sewing Techniques

Easy Elegance with a Clever Pullover

The SHAWL TEE from Petite Plus Patterns is a fast, easy pattern to cut and sew. There are no darts, no collars, no buttons or zips and no sleeves to fit; yet this is an elegant top that you can wear casually or for a special occasion. Pattern #114, Shawl Tee features a scoop neckline, […]

How to Cut Pants into Capris and Add a Cuff – Part 1

Shapely Blouse, Classic Fly Front Pant

Show off some leg with a Capri Pant. Capri pants are a stylish alternative to skirts and shorts. They can be worn to the office or the beach and look great with heels, flats, sandals or sneakers. What’s the difference between Cropped and Capri Pants? Both cropped and capri pants are shorter than traditional full-length […]

How to Cut Pants into Capris and Add a Cuff – Part 2

Classic Fly-Front Pant capri length.

How to Cut Pants into Capris and Add a Cuff, continued. Continuing with the steps of this Super Sewing Technique, we complete the process of restyling a traditional, full-length pant pattern into a cuffed capri. We are using your choice of either Petite Plus Patterns #601 Flat Front Pant (available as a printed pattern) or […]