This story was originally published on May 3, 2021, and has been updated. Thinking about taking the leap into making your own clothes? We asked some experts how to get started. You don't need much, ...

A few weeks ago, Reese Cooper found himself surrounded by fabric. In the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, many of his stores had canceled their fall 2020 orders, but Cooper had already purchased ...

I am on the short side of petite, so clothes shopping is often a problem. But my mother, a gifted seamstress, always came to the rescue with her round, gold sewing tin with the red-and-green, ...

Leather essentials like handbags, wallets, shoes, and bags are part of our everyday requirements. If you are equipped with the right skill and tools, you can create these items at home instead of ...

Imagine sitting down to sew a new dress for your child or maybe a quilt for your living room. There’s an unmatched thrill for ...

For as long as I can remember, I've been sewing buttons back onto shirts for my dad and three brothers. It used to be easy when we lived in the same house. But as us kids have grown up and moved away, ...

The Standard's journalism is supported by our readers. When you purchase through links on our site, we may earn an affiliate commission. Should a tear, rip or button malfunction occur when you’re ...

Regardless if you’re an experienced sewer or a beginner in sewing, owning a sewing box is absolutely essential. It serves as a useful and effective method for keeping all your sewing essentials in one ...