Tutorial - How to Make a Set of Pattern Weights

Weights are stored on hanger when not in use

Pattern Weight Tutorial at Nanny Notes 2 U Blog

"When I decided I would like some pattern weights I found many ideas on Pinterest that other crafters had come up with like:  some filled with Aquarium Gravel or others filled with Beans or Lentils, or others that used Washers and Covered Buttons!  I loved the ideas of pattern weights, but one thing worried me - when I wasn't using them where would they be stored?  So I set my mind to the task and I love what I came up with and I hope you do too".... Read more

Tutorial - How to Trace a Pattern

Keep the original pattern intact

Tracing Pattern Tutorial at So Sew Easy Blog

"If you are British or European you will probably be very familiar with the Burda Style monthly sewing patterns magazine and the maze of patterns all printed on top of each other in all of the different sizes.  There are other magazines and some pattern books that do exactly the same.  Or perhaps you have a vintage pattern that you don’t want to cut, or one you might want to make in several different sizes.  So how do you best trace out your own pattern from the many on the same page, and still keep the page intact for future use".... Read more