Shaelynn Haning
Professional Tailor & Business Owner
Education
- Marist College, BS, Apparel Design and Product Development
Professional Achievements
- Hosts 'The Sew Show with Shae', an educational sewing channel that posts weekly videos on YouTube. The channel has 24K subscribers and 1M views
- Tallgrass Tailor is the highest-rated and most-reviewed alterations and tailoring service in Oklahoma
Certifications & Organizations
- Member of The Association of Sewing and Design Professionals
- Member of the Custom Tailors and Designers Association
- Board Chair of Rising Village and the Refugee Sewing Enterprise Program
- Member of the State of Oklahoma Education Careers and Technologies Board
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Co-authored Articles (98)
3 Quick and Easy Ways to Fix a Broken Zipper
Learn how to unstick a zipper with ease If you’ve ever had to battle a stuck zipper, then you know how frustrating it can be. A broken zipper can keep you from getting into (or sometimes out of) your favorite clothes ...
How to
Rip Your Own Jeans
Distressed denim is a popular style, but buying jeans that are already ripped can be expensive. Luckily, you can create this trend yourself by roughing up the fabric with a piece of sandpaper, and then snipping a hole wi...
How to
Measure Hand Size
There are several ways to measure hand size, and the specific metric that you need will depend on why you're measuring these hands. Proper glove sizing requires a circumference or length measurement in inches or centimet...
How to
Sew Blanket Stitch
Blanket stitch is used for working the edges of table-covers, mantel valances, blankets, etc., or for edging any other material, including clothing. The blanket stitch is similar to the method used for the buttonhole sti...
How to
Measure Height Without a Measuring Tape
Even if you don’t have a measuring tape on hand, there are many ways you can figure out your height. First, you’ll need to mark your height on a wall. You can do this by yourself, but it will be easier with a partner...
How to
Cut a TâShirt
Cutting T-shirts is a fun way to upgrade old shirts that are stained, torn, or no longer fit. You can even cut up brand-new shirts to create a new, unique style. There are lots of ways to upgrade your shirt, from cutting...
How to
Cut a Hoodie
If you've stopped wearing one of your hoodies because it pulls too tightly on your neck or doesn't seem fashionable anymore, make a few cuts. You can easily loosen the neckline or cut a deep V-neck to make the hoodie mor...
How to
Determine if Silk is Genuine
Artificial silk has come a long way since the conception of rayon in the early 20th century, and in the modern day, real and fake silk can be very difficult to distinguish to an untrained person.
3 Unique Ways to Re-Invent the Neckline of a Shirt
V-necks, scoops & chockers are but a few simple snips awayIf you have an old t-shirt laying around that could use a fun update, cutting the neckline is a quick and easy way to make it look more flattering. Whether you pr...
How to
Make Off the Shoulder Tops
Off the shoulder tops are simple and versatile. They can be loose, flowing, and romantic, or they can be fitted, trendy, and chic. While you can always buy one from the store, you can make one at home for much less money...
How to
Make Silk, Satin or Ribbon Roses
Roses are beautiful flowers, but they don’t last forever. Roses made from ribbon, satin, or silk are great for decorating, enhancing clothing on special occasions, and making craft projects. You can make roses on your ...
How to
Sew a Blouse for a Saree
While the saree and petticoat are usually the first things you notice about traditional Indian dress, the blouse underneath is equally important. If you have moderate sewing skills, you can create a custom blouse using a...
How to
Install Grommets
Easy ways to set up metal, plastic, and rubber grommets If you're putting together a panel or piece of fabric and there needs to be a hole in it, you'll want to install a grommet. Grommets are small rings that reinforce...
How to
Fix a Wrap Dress Neckline
Wrap dresses are versatile garments that look great on many different body shapes. A common issue with them, though, is the neckline—they tend to sit too low or gape open. If this is the case with your dress, don't wor...
How to
Sew a Glove
Gloves might seem like a tricky thing to sew, but the process is actually very easy! Start by making a glove pattern so that the gloves will fit your hands perfectly. Then, trace the pattern onto the fabric of your choic...
4 Simple Hacks to Make a Pillow Out of a Blanket
Turn blankets into pillows for storage, decoration, or travelingIf you’re looking for a new way to fold your blankets, transform them into pillows! In this article, we’ll show you several ways to fold blankets like p...
How to
Make a Tube Top
Do you have some old shirts that you no longer wear? Why not turn them into a trendy tube top? If you don't have a t-shirt to spare, get some sewing elastic and stretchy fabric. With a little time and effort, you'll have...
How to
Finish the Edges of a Fleece Blanket
Fleece blankets are easy to make and they make great gifts! Once you have your fleece fabric cut to the dimensions you want it to be, all you need to do is finish your blanket. You can finish a fleece blanket with a simp...
How to
Make a Ruff
The ruff is a wide pleated collar that emerges from around the neck or wrists. This distinctive fashion from Europe in the late fifteenth and sixteenth centuries was often stiffened with starch or metal wire. Many people...
How to
Make Leg Warmers
Leg warmers aren’t just a staple accessory for an 80s costume party—they’re also a fun, stylish way to stay cozy once the weather gets a bit chillier. While you can pick up a pair of leg warmers online or at your l...