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Marina

Feb 5, 2020
2 min

Bias binding a Neckline

Manhattan Top Neckline Yesterday I uploaded my blog post about how to cut bias binding. You can check there if you need to brush up on...

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How to draft an asymmetrical Collar | Pattern drafting tutorial or the Vivienne Dress

Marina

Jun 18, 2019
2 min

How to draft an asymmetrical Collar | Pattern drafting tutorial or the Vivienne Dress

Two weeks ago, while chatting with Emily, one of our lovely pattern testers, we had a bright idea. Create a really romantic Vivienne...

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Marina

Apr 11, 2019
2 min

The Sophia Dress | Sew Fab Bundle Sale

By now you all know about our fab collaboration of designers! We have 9 brandnew patterns at super reasonable prices. You definitely want...

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Mar 11, 2019
2 min

Tutorial: Learn how to sew a decorative fabric rose

Learn How to Sew a Easy Fabric Rose. Beautiful on Flower Girl Dresses, Tops, Dresses, Tunics. Use with any fabric. Takes 5 minutes! Perfect

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How to create and insert a ruffle sleeve

Marina

Feb 25, 2019
2 min

How to create and insert a ruffle sleeve

Learn how to create and insert a ruffle sleeve on a jacket without an overlocker. Step by step instructions. Sewing made easy.Instruction vi

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Feb 20, 2019
2 min

Great British Sewing Bee | Children's Week | Free Dance Pattern

Dance sewing patterns for girls. PDF instant download. Includes a free ruffle skirt sewing pattern template! Inspired by the Great British S

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How to Add Snap Style Fastenings to a Romper

Marina

Feb 19, 2019
2 min

How to Add Snap Style Fastenings to a Romper

Learn how to insert snap fastenings to a baby romper/babygrow. I give you step by step instructions to make sure you get it right the first

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Feb 17, 2019
4 min

How to Choose Knit Fabric for a Romper

Here is a guide all about how to choose knit fabrics for your favourite baby romper/babygrow patterns. Discover our beautiful baby romper PD

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Marina

Nov 20, 2018
5 min

How to Apply Couture Bias Binding

The reason I mention orange organza in particular is because orange organza is soft whereas black organza is firmer. It is just how the fabr

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Sep 26, 2018
1 min

How to insert Kam Snaps

Afraid of buttonholes? Kam Snaps are a great alternative. They can often take the place of buttons and are easy to insert. Find out how to d

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I am Marina the designer at Frocks & Frolics.

From tailors apprentice to manufacturer of all things bridal and beautiful, I have been sewing for over 30 years.

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