Category: Coquelicot
Today we are sharing the second half of our sewing with silk blog posts. We’ve already covered prewashing and cutting, so now we will go over how to actually sew with silk and other slippery fabrics. Needles, Thread, & Pins Perhaps the biggest secret to success when it comes to sewing with silks and rayons […]
Slippery fabrics like silk and rayon are the perfect match for many beautiful patterns, including our latest pattern Coquelicot. They drape wonderfully, have a cool hand feel, and come in a wide variety of prints. However, they can be notoriously tricky to sew with, and many sewists will avoid them for fear of potential headaches. […]
Chances are if you’ve sewn any new patterns in the last year, you’ve come across gathers—and our two newest patterns are no exception. Coquelicot features gathers at the neckline collar, and Orchidée is gathered at both the shoulder and waistband seams. To demonstrate this technique, Pfaff France has put together a handy video tutorial (dubbed […]
The reviews are in! Prior to every collection release, we ask different sewists to try out our patterns and share their honest opinions. This allows you to see the garment in varying styles and fabrics, and get a better idea from our reviewers of what it will be like to work with the pattern. Today, […]
From big events like weddings, or smaller gatherings with friends you haven’t seen in months, Coquelicot can be dressed up or down to suit whatever 2021 has in store for you. We’ve updated this classic dress silhouette with a romantic flounce and square neckline, giving it a modern feel paired with jaw-dropping elegance. Available in […]
