Mia Danilowicz
Master Tailor
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Co-authored Articles (62)
How to
Repair a Zipper when the Slider Has Come Off Completely
Ugh! Your zipper slider has completely separated from the rest of your zipper. What are you supposed to do now? Not to worry—all you need is a pair of pliers and some top stops or square tabs to get your zipper moving ...
How to
Insert a Drawstring
Drawstrings are a great addition to shorts, dresses, bags, or hoodies, but they have a tendency to slip out of their casing. Instead of discarding the item, quickly and easily push the drawstring through the entire casin...
How to
Hand Sew a Hem
Sewing machine not working? On vacation with access only to a thread and needle? Knowing how to fix a hem by hand sewing is a valuable skill, and once you learn it, it's a relatively simple process. What's more, hand-sew...
How to
Fix a Zipper on a Suitcase
Traveling is fun, but when your zipper breaks, it can turn into a nightmare! Fortunately, a broken zipper isn’t the end of the world, and you can even fix your luggage on the go. Whether your zipper is stuck, keeps sep...
How to
Use Instant Hem Tape
One-sided hem tape usually comes as lace tape. This kind of apparel support tool, or notion, may be easier to use than regular fusible web hem tape because you apply the tape over the edge, creating a natural and seamed ...
How to
Measure Your Torso
If you are in the market for a new swimsuit, shapewear, or a hiking backpack, you’re probably wondering how to find the torso measurement salespeople and shopping sites ask you for. For backpacks, your torso length is ...
How to
Sew Patches on Jeans by Hand
If you aren’t a fan of distressed jeans, tears and rips can be both unwanted and annoying to fix. While clothing repairs can be a bit inconvenient, you don’t need a lot of sewing knowledge to get the job done. All yo...
How to
Make Trousers
Trousers are a type of dress pant that men and women wear. They’re great for casual wear, or for a more formal look. You can make trousers using any type of fabric you like and in a variety of styles, from slim-fit to ...
How to
Sew Straight by Hand
Everyone should have a few basic sewing skills and the straight stitch might be the best to learn. You don't need a sewing machine if you're stitching by hand. Instead, practice with a scrap of fabric, a sewing needle, a...
How to
Begin Tatting
Tatting is an old thread weaving technique that you can use to create lace. If you have never tatted before, then getting started can seem intimidating. However, there are a few simple techniques that will help you to ge...
How to
Sew a Button on Pants
''The easiest way to sew a 2-hole or 4-hole button on pants by hand''Whether it's your best work slacks or a pair of old, well-fitting trousers, a pants button can fall off on even the best-made pair with enough use. Rat...
How to
Make a Pair of Pants
The following sewing tips will help guide the novice sewer through making a pair of elastic-waist pants. Making your own pants is fun, and allows you to easily customize the length and fit of your pants, and create custo...
How to
Sew Lace
Lace can be a difficult fabric to sew, but there are several things you can do to make it easier. You can prepare your lace by washing it, cutting it, and making sure that you have the right complementary materials to go...
How to
Sew a Four Hole Button
Clothes are expensive. When you lose a button, most shirts come with extra ones at the bottom. But how do you put that button in a spot to replace the one you lost? You sew it back on!
How to
Measure Torso Length
If you're wanting to measure your torso, you need to know what the measurement is for before you begin, as how you take it will vary. For instance, if you're measuring for a backpack frame, you run it along your spine, w...
How to
Sew a Pencil Skirt
A pencil skirt is a classic design that has been in style for decades. It's very flattering on just about every body type, and it is a staple to have in your wardrobe. Pencil skirts function as great pieces for work, sch...
How to
Apply Velcro Strips
You’ve probably used Velcro on clothes or shoes before, but there are so many other uses for it around your home. You can use it to hang decorations, to keep your rug from moving around, or to organize a drawer. Adhesi...
How to
Use a Needle Threader
If you’re over it with the frustration of attempting to thread a needle the old-fashioned way, try using a needle threader tool. Just insert the wire loop through the eye of the needle, then slip your thread through th...
How to
Measure a Dress
Whether you’re selling dresses online or need to know your dress measurements before buying a new dress, taking accurate measurements can help to ensure a better fit. You can measure a dress to find its size and length...
How to
Make Hakama Pants
Hakama pants are the customary attire worn by samurais. Traditional hakama pants contain seven pleats meant to symbolize the seven virtues of bushido– "the way of the warrior" which is the foundation of the samurai way...
