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Rayon Challis – Tips for Sewing with Rayon

Today we’re visiting PEONY PATTERNS, where Natasha is sharing the gorgeous Jasmine Dress featuring Rayon Challis fabric designed by Corrie Sheff. When you are accustomed to sewing with cotton, trying out a new substrate can be intimidating, but it doesn’t have to be! Natasha has some helpful tips to get you started so that your…

Under the Canopy – How to Add a Pocket

We’re stopping by SWOODSON SAYS today for a look at how Stephanie uses the adorable Under the Canopy fabric by Citrus & Mint Designs to add pockets to her favorite kids clothes! How cute is this?! Hop on over to Stephanie’s BLOG for to get the FREE tutorial, and follow her on Instagram @swoodsonsays for…

Kendra Dress in Jersey Knit Stripe

Our Stripe Project Tour takes us today to SUNFLOWER SEAMS, where Becca is sharing her sporty and versatile Kendra Dress, featuring Riley Blake Jersey Knit in Gray/Teal Stripe. So fun! We can’t wait to see more projects featuring our super soft Jersey Knit in the coming months! Hop on over to Becca’s BLOG for photos…

It’s National Serger Month!

April is National Serger Month! What a perfect opportunity to get to know your serger a little better, remember why you love it so, and create something awesome with it! Sergers are a valuable tool when sewing knits and clothing. When sewing with woven fabrics, a serger gives the seams a neat, professional finish and…

Jubilee Basket Weave Pillow

Today’s stop on the Jubilee Fabric Tour takes us to CREAM CRAFT GOODS, where Karen is sharing photos of these beautiful Basket Weave pillows made with fabrics from Cyndi Walker’s latest fabric collection, Jubilee. Karen includes a few simple photos showing her process, so you can get started making your very own pillow! Hop on…

How to Sew a Blind Hem

With all of the gorgeous fabric options out there, sewing children’s clothing can be tons of fun. But for many of us, figuring out how to hem those cute dresses and skirts can be a challenge, to say the least. We are super excited to tell you that a brand new detailed tutorial is available…

Simple Zip Pouch

Hi there Riley Blake readers! It’s me, Melissa from the Polka Dot Chair. Today I’m going to show you how to take one simple zippered pouch sewing pattern and make small changes to create 3 different looks! The pouches I’m showing you today are sewn from my newest fabric line with Riley Blake, Wonderland! I adore…

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