Clothing Design

Star Trek costumes can be put together by novice or expert costumers. Most TV Starfleet uniforms are simpler, while costumes for the big screen are harder to make.

Oct 2, 2009 - Luke Arnott

Vests are fun and easy to sew. These are suitable sewing projects for novices. Styles range from casual to dressy.

Aug 29, 2009 - Connie Krochmal

Handmade Halloween costumes encourage imagination and family participation and may also be cheaper, quicker, safer, and more comfortable than store-bought costumes.

Aug 18, 2009 - Katrena Wells

Go to a thrift shop for inexpensive dress materials and sew up a little girl's dress in one day, no pattern needed.

Aug 13, 2009 - Charlotte Walters

T-shirts with custom designs and messages are popular and easy to make. Iron on transfer paper allows individuals to print custom designs that adhere to t-shirts.

Aug 11, 2009 - Diana Braun

Restore a vintage gown by using it as a pattern study and recreating it from scratch. The wearer will have a one-of-a-kind gown for the prom or the ball.

Jul 29, 2009 - Lorraine Syratt

Sewing can be a rewarding way of expressing creativity and individuality as well as offering a practical way of saving money on clothing and home furnishings.

Jul 11, 2009 - Susan Whelan

This hooded towel poncho is easy to make and great for chasing away the chills when children get out of the bath or finish a day at the pool or the beach.

Jun 24, 2009 - Barbara Thompson

Just wanting to be a women's wear designer is not enough. You need to focus your creativity to one or two segments of the female population to sell to.

Jun 23, 2009 - ShawnTe Pierce

Young, aspiring fashion designers have a ton of designs swimming around in their head. However, do they have an understanding about the nature of dress?

Jun 23, 2009 - ShawnTe Pierce

Want to create the perfect wedding gown? Admire the elegant tailoring of an earlier era? Consider using a vintage sewing pattern to create your own unique look.

Jun 2, 2009 - Kelly Fetty

How to make your own simple but attractive shawl to go with a special outfit. It can be machine or hand sewn in a variety of fabrics.

Oct 29, 2008 - Vivienne May Ball

Heather Tomasello makes her own costumes; whether it's a Storm Trooper, or Battlestar Galactica outfit, she takes meticulous steps for accuracy and entertainment.

Oct 27, 2008 - Melissa Kucirek

This adorable ladybug bag makes a whimsical yet elegant purse. The ladybug forms a flap that covers the top of the purse, while a shoulder strap makes it easy to carry.

Aug 11, 2008 - Christy Jones

This short to mid-length skirt pattern with a waistband and zipper is easy to create and easy to sew, and you can make it any size you need.

Aug 10, 2008 - Christy Jones

This easy to make skirt can be sewed under in an hour. It's suitable for beginner sewers and can be made in a huge variety of materials for any season of the year.

Jun 10, 2008 - Vivienne May Ball

The hardest part of sewing buttonholes can be getting the length and spacing right. Here's an easy way to mark where the buttons should go using a paper towel.

May 9, 2008 - Christy Jones