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Welcome to the Cinnamon Daisy blog ! Here you’ll find sewing tutorials, pattern adjustment guides, fitting and sewing tips, and behind-the-scenes peeks into the design process of my size-inclusive sewing patterns. Learn how to choose the right fabric, sew sustainably and find sewing inspiration ready for your next me-made.

Sewing Inspiration
Oh Scrap! FAQs: everything you need to know before you start

Oh Scrap! FAQs: everything you need to know before you start

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Sewing Tips & Tricks
How to check fabric stretch percentage

How to check fabric stretch percentage

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Sewing Tips & Tricks
Correct sewing machine needle for knit fabric (jersey, stretch & rib knits)

Correct sewing machine needle for knit fabric (jersey, stretch & rib knits)

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Sewing Tips & Tricks
How do I choose my first sewing project?

How do I choose my first sewing project?

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Sewing Hack
image of Isla sewing pattern up close showing wider elastic around the upper bust

Sewing hack: swap out thin elastic for thicker elastic

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Sewing Hack
Sewing hack: sew elastic straps for the Isla sewing pattern

Sewing hack: sew elastic straps for the Isla sewing pattern

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Sewing Tips & Tricks
Essential sewing supplies for beginners

Essential sewing supplies for beginners

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Sewing Hack
Sewing hack: make a scalloped hem Sylvie skirt

Sewing hack: make a scalloped hem Sylvie skirt

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Sewing Education
Sewing Sustainably: Thoughtful fabric choices for a more earth-friendly me-made wardrobe

Sewing Sustainably: Thoughtful fabric choices for a more earth-friendly me-made wardrobe

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