David Pew
Professional Tailor
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Co-authored Articles (20)
How to
Measure Chest Size
If you want to buy a fitted suit or shirt, you'll need to know your chest size. To find your chest size, all you need is a measuring tape and a pencil to write the number down. Loop the tape around your body and measure ...
How to
Fix the Crotch Hole in Your Jeans
Reinforce, patch, or iron on a new piece to save your jeansThe crotch of your jeans is subject to all kinds of wear and tear including stretching, thigh-rubbing, and horribly timed seam-splitting. It is the place most li...
Measuring Neck Size & Sleeve Length for a Perfect Dress Shirt Fit
Plus, see which styles and sizes of dress shirts fit your measurementsIf you're planning on buying a dress shirt for yourself or a male friend, it’s important to get the right neck and sleeve measurements. They are eas...
How to
Shorten Jacket Sleeves
Shortening the sleeves on a jacket can take it from ill-fitting and sloppy to tailored and chic. It is fairly easy to change the length of your sleeves, but you will need some basic sewing skills and a sewing machine. Yo...
How to Measure Leg Length at Home
Plus, a step-by-step guide to measuring your true leg length Whether you’re finding your pants size, looking for a new bicycle, or checking for a leg length discrepancy, it’s useful to know how to measure your leg le...
How to
Measure Arm Length
Whether you need your arm length for fitness-related reasons or to take your sleeve size, all you need is a tape measurer. As long as you know which points to record, you can easily take the measurement without a seamstr...
How to Mend a Hole in Jeans by Hand
Follow this quick guide to sew ripped jeans and patch up holes Have you ever slipped on your favorite pair of jeans only to discover a hole in them? As frustrating as it may be, fixing them is a fairly easy task—and yo...
How to
Sew Pants Pockets
Pockets add function and style to a pair of pants, but they can be a little tricky to sew. You can easily add pockets to a pair of pants that you are sewing from scratch or to a pair of pants that have no pockets. If pos...
How to
Sew a Hem
Unless you have an unlimited clothing budget that allows you to discard clothing as soon as it needs mending, at some point you may need to repair or hem an article of clothing. Hemming gives fabric a finished, clean edg...
How to
Fix Thigh Holes in Jeans
Jeans are a staple in anyone’s wardrobe simply because they are made to last a long time. If you’ve noticed thigh holes in your jeans, you may not want to give up on your favorite pair so easily. Try to sew the hole ...
How to
Take Clothing Measurements Without Measuring Tape
Whether you’re determining your clothing size from a sizing chart or you’re making clothing for yourself or another person, taking precise measurements is key for a good fit. A flexible cloth measuring tape is best f...
How to
Take Body Measurements
Easy methods to take and stay on top of your measurements There are a variety of reasons why you may want to take your body measurements. You could be making, tailoring, or purchasing clothes, or you may be trying to gau...
How to
Sew a Pocket
Add pockets to any piece of clothing with our step-by-step guidePockets make every garment better. They're cute and super functional, giving you a place to keep your credit cards or keys and somewhere to put your hands w...
How to
Measure Length
Precise measurements are important for crafts, construction projects, home decor, and more—but how do you measure the exact length of something? With the right measuring tool and technique, finding length down to the m...
Simple Sewing Tutorial: How to Sew Turn Ups (Cuffs) on Trousers
If you love the look of cuffed trousers, you can make your turn ups permanent by sewing the cuffs in place. You'll need to know your way around a sewing machine to complete this project, but other than that requirement, ...
How to
Make a Tie
Ties are gaining increased popularity as trendy accessories that can be worn outside the traditional office setting. With the DIY movement also growing in popularity, it is no wonder that so many people are now inspired ...
How to
Sew a Vest
The practicality and stylish versatility of a vest make it a welcome addition to any wardrobe. Fortunately, with just a little sewing know-how it's easy to make your own, or to whip one up for a friend.. 5 January 2021. ...
How to
Make Shorts out of Pants
You've got an old pair of pants you no longer wear lying around, but you don't want to throw them out, and summer is coming up—why not turn them into a fashionable pair of cutoff shorts? Converting your unused pants in...
How to
Sew Patches on a Leather Vest
Embroidered patches are a great way to make your leather vest stand out from the rest. While you can always pay someone to do it for you, sewing patches onto leather vests is easy. If this is a one-time task, sewing the ...
How to
Turn a Scarf Into a Vest
If you're tired of hanging on to a scarf that's just too large to wear, turn it into a cute vest. Create a loose, flowing vest by simply folding and tying a knot in the scarf. This style also looks great as a beach cover...
