Kat Zimmermann
How to Make a Belly Band
Add a belly band to your favorite clothes in an hour or less! Great for maternity, belly-based medical devices, and general comfort!
Blog Posts
Kat Zimmermann
- Sep 9
- 9 min
How to Make an Infinity Dress
Make an infinity dress in just a few hours with this tutorial! Includes detailed math steps AND instructions to add pockets.
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Kat Zimmermann
- Aug 26
- 9 min
How to Add In-Seam Pockets to Anything
A quick tutorial on making your own pocket pattern, then adding pockets to existing AND in progress garments!
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Kat Zimmermann
- Aug 12
- 7 min
How to Copy your Clothes
Copying your clothes doesn't have to mean cutting them apart! A quick tutorial on making your own pattern based on clothes you love.
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Kat Zimmermann
- Jul 15
- 9 min
How to Sew an Ironing Mat: Part 2
How to quilt an ironing mat using a darning foot and walking foot, then bind it and mount it to your crafting table for easy storage!
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Kat Zimmermann
- Jun 3
- 8 min
How to Sew an Ironing Mat
Part one of how to sew your own ironing mat, including design, materials, and preparing to quilt!
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Kat Zimmermann
- May 6
- 11 min
Sewing Pleats 102
A deep dive into the mathematics of folded pleats! Includes a FREE downloadable formula sheet for all cases of pleat design.
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Kat Zimmermann
- Apr 22
- 13 min
Sewing Pleats 101
An overview of all the basic pleats you need to get started, including differences, how to make them, and why you might want to use them!
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Kat Zimmermann
- Apr 8
- 10 min
Making my Ideal Cutting, Sewing, and Crafting Table
Step-by-step instructions on designing and assembling a cutting, sewing, and crafting table!
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Kat Zimmermann
- Mar 11
- 4 min
How to add Lace and Beads to a Wedding Veil
Making a wedding veil and want to add some lace or beads? This one is for you! Beginner friendly ♥
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Kat Zimmermann
- Feb 25
- 4 min
How to Make a Velvet Choker Necklace
A QUICK and EASY sewing tutorial to make a velvet choker necklace suitable for any skill level, including total beginners!
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Kat Zimmermann
- Jan 14
- 8 min
Simplicity 1562A Bathrobe: A Pattern Review
A review of Simplicity 1562A sewing pattern to make a bathrobe. Spoiler: I like this pattern a lot! Includes tips and adjustments.
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Kat Zimmermann
- Dec 31, 2021
- 5 min
Crafting 2022: Resolutions & Reflections
Crafting reflections for 2021 and resolutions for 2022. Set your own crafting goals!
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Kat Zimmermann
- Nov 12, 2021
- 8 min
Tablecloth Embroidery: Making a Thanksgiving Heirloom
Learn how to embroider a basic stem stitch by starting an heirloom Thanksgiving tablecloth - perfect for embroidery beginners!
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Kat Zimmermann
- Jul 9, 2021
- 8 min
Shirtzie Top and Dress: A Pattern Review
A brief pattern review for Stitch Upon A Time's Shirtzie Top and Dress pattern, including some tips and adjustments.
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Kat Zimmermann
- Jun 11, 2021
- 12 min
How to make a Wedding Veil in an Afternoon
Make a wedding veil in less than 1 day with this tutorial! Includes how to choose your shape, fabric, and photos of each step.
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Kat Zimmermann
- Apr 16, 2021
- 15 min
How to Make an Easy Box Cushion
A step-by-step tutorial for sewing a basic box cushion.
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Kat Zimmermann
- Mar 19, 2021
- 16 min
Miss Maisy Rabbit & Lisa Bunny Lovey: Patterns for Easter
Easter is just around the corner! Two patterns, one sewn and one crochet, to celebrate the holiday.
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Kat Zimmermann
- Jan 29, 2021
- 10 min
Scrundlewear 2.0: A Pattern Review
A brief review of Stitch Upon a Time's Scrundewear 2.0 pattern, including tips for success and fabric & elastic recommendations.
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Kat Zimmermann
- Jan 15, 2021
- 9 min
Quarantine Baking: The Perfect Apron
How to make a basic apron that fits you just right - no pattern or seam allowance needed!
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