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Category: Belladone

Camille | September 8 2021

We all need a little extra whimsy in our lives right now, and perhaps this is why 2021 has been the year of ruffles, dramatic sleeves, and gathered skirts. Whether your style is more bohemian, cottage core, or romantic—these details can add a feminine touch and something extra special to your garments.  Even better, they […]

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Camille | December 20 2018

There’s no escaping velvet this season! Did you know that there are many different types of velvet, some easier to handle than others? Whether you are a beginner or expert sewist, there is always one you can work with! Contrary to what one might think, velvet is not linked to a specific fiber. It is […]

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Camille | June 6 2018

May has just wrapped up, along with the favorite challenge of the sewing community. Me-Made-May is without a doubt the most-followed sewing event of the year: created by UK blogger So Zo in 2010, this yearly challenge pushes sewists to wear their handmade clothes with pride “in real life”. Everyone sets their own goal, and […]

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Eléonore | May 21 2018

Let’s talk about bust adjustments today! Our patterns are drafted for a C cup, but if your bust is larger or smaller, don’t panic: here’s how to adjust your pattern. These tutorials will allow you to adapt the bodice of the Myosotis dress, but they’ll also work for any pattern with a two-dart bodice, such […]

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Camille | March 23 2018

If you’re in love with the colorful prints of Dutch Wax Fabrics but you’re still scared of giving them a try, this post is for you! After our blog post on the origins of Dutch Wax Prints, we received a lof of questions: which of our patterns are the best for these fabrics? Do they […]

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