Sharing information on sewing patterns and fitting adjustments for men.
The trusty McCall’s M6044 – it’s a mens button down collared shirt pattern that can be made with short sleeves or long, pockets, yokes, just an overall great pattern. I’ve made this pattern several times for Nick already. This one is my best version yet, not only because my sewing skills are improving, but also …
I actually can’t even believe I pulled this one off. I was able to make a tank top for myself and boxers for my husband out of a single yard of fabric. There was nothing but a small handful of scraps to spare, which is a blessing because I wanted to make the most of …
I took the term “boyfriend jean” too literally. The Morgan Jeans pattern is a women’s slim boyfriend jeans pattern by Closet Case Patterns. I wanted to make jeans for my husband and wondered, “If I modify the Morgan Jeans pattern for him, would he even be able to tell they were drafted for women?” I …
Sewing mens jeans is one of the most rewarding projects because it combines my favorite things: raw denim, top stitching, selfless sewing, and my newly acquired vintage sewing machine. Sewing mens jeans on a vintage machine is a far superior experience to what I’ve experienced in the past. My other machine is a modern cheap …
Stylish and pro-safety? Sign me right up. Cyclists want to be seen on the road, and putting a little extra shine on the bum is a great way to be seen by approaching cars. This is a quick and easy little hack to make your jeans reflective for the cyclist in your life. I’m a …