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When working with patterns, one of the most common questions - especially for beginners - is whether seam allowances should always be added during cutting, and what width is considered correct. In this guide, we’ll clarify these points and break down seam allowances from a professional dressmaking perspective.
The Pantone Color Institute, a globally recognized authority on color and its influence on design, fashion, culture, and collective mood, announces a Color of the Year annually. This decision is never arbitrary; it is the result of extensive research into global trends, societal sentiment, and cultural shifts. After months of anticipation, Pantone has revealed its choice for 2026: a delicate, almost ethereal shade of white known as Cloud Dancer (11-4201).
New Year is a wonderful occasion for giving gifts! But what can you gift to those who love sewing and can't imagine their life without this creative hobby? You no longer need to rack your brain or waste time searching for the perfect presents for your beloved crafters, because we've already done that for you. We are excited to present the wish list from the Korfiati Sewing School, featuring the most popular gift ideas for tailors and seamstresses. Believe us, even professionals will be thrilled to find one of the priceless treasures from our list under their New Year tree.
Dressmakers who study tailoring on the website of Anastasia Korfiati Sewing Schools masterfully acquire dressmaking skills. We invite you to go even further and participate in an interesting experiment: create a capsule collection from models using patterns published on our website. You may have already sewn many of these items or are already planning to sew them. Our ideas will help you take a fresh look at your wardrobe, add stylish accents and bring a fresh twist to your usual looks. Join us as we build a capsule women's wardrobe together!
Every year, the world-renowned expert in the field of color - the company Pantone (Pantone), which sets the color thread, chooses from the palette of colors and one, which becomes the color of the coming year. The fashion trend is immediately picked up by fashionistas, so be prepared for the fact that soon our entire living space will become incredibly bright and saturated. Viva Magenta is the color of the upcoming 2023! What kind of color it is, why it has become a favorite and how not to overdo it with its use? All answers are in this article.
Any sewing machine has a standard set of presser feet for specific tasks, such as straight and zigzag stitches, inserting zippers, making buttonholes and others. However, there are many other specialized feet that you can use in your sewing projects and get great results.
The hand-sewn buttonholes on coats and jackets are not only very durable, but also give the garment a unique look. Making a Buttonhole by Hand is one of the top tailoring skill, and raven not all professional tailors can make buttonhole with high quality and beauty. But if you try to made buttonhole once, you'll fall in love of this.
This cute and comfortable set for sleeping: t-shirt and shorts were created by Anastasia Korfiati especially for the book "Clothes for Home". The loose-fitting T-shirt and elasticated shorts have a comfortable fit and are made from cotton jersey.
