Gorgeous Fabrics' Blog

Tailoring Tips: Chest Shields and Sleeve Heads

by Ann Steeves
Tailoring Tips: Chest Shields and Sleeve Heads
Chest shields and sleeve heads are supporting players used to add structure to jackets. Here are some tips to add bespoke tailoring touches to your next project!
Posted in Bespoke, Costruction, Tailoring

Thoughts on McCalls M7637 Jacket

by Ann Steeves
Thoughts on McCalls M7637 Jacket
Classic bomber style jacket, and un-selfish sewing!
Posted in Bespoke, Construction, Patterns, Reviews

Early 35th Anniversary Present - The Wedding Gown Refactor

by Ann Steeves
Early 35th Anniversary Present - The Wedding Gown Refactor
Don't let your wedding gown languish in the back of your closet. Upcycle/recycle/refactor it into something you'll use!
Posted in Bespoke, Costruction, Couture

Thoughts on Sewing Life Issue #1 Trench Coat

by Ann Steeves
Thoughts on Sewing Life Issue #1 Trench Coat
I made myself a fabulous evening trench coat!
Posted in Bespoke, Fabric, Patterns

Setting a Sleeve Into an Armhole

by Ann Steeves
Setting a Sleeve Into an Armhole
Puckery sleeves? No more! Take control of your ease to achieve a couture result.
Posted in Bespoke, Couture, Techniques

A Rockstar Frock Coat

by Ann Steeves
A Rockstar Frock Coat
I made a bespoke frock coat - and I loved every minute!
Posted in Bespoke, Couture