The Tilli notebook
Upcycling, sewing advice, repair and customisation tips... Here you'll find all our articles on how to reinvent your dressing room and give a second life to your clothes, accessories and household linen.
Cinch your blouse using the darts technique
And yes, today we're going to talk sewing and more specifically about the dart technique which allows us to constrict a garment and fit it perfectly to our silhouette. We can use darts on trousers, skirts, dresses, jackets or even coats, but this article will be devoted to blouses. Chest darts, back darts, cuff darts, discover how to achieve these adjustments and have a super-fitted blouse!Posted 4 ans
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How can you shorten your curtains without cutting them?
After the article on sewing double curtains, today Tilli explains how to shorten your curtains that are too long without cutting them. In fact, your curtains may one day occupy another window and it may be a good idea to preserve their length using some relatively simple little tricks!Posted 4 ans
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Men's special: how to shorten your shirt sleeves?
Gentlemen, today we're focusing on you and your shirt! In this article, you'll discover how to shorten the sleeves of your new favourite shirt and get a made-to-measure fit.Posted 4 ans
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Shorten the bottom of your trousers
Whether your trousers are dragging on the floor or you just want to show off your pretty ankles, discover here plenty of tips for shortening your trouser bottoms.Posted 4 ans
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Never tight in my jeans again!
Do your jeans feel tight and you can't fasten the button? Here are a few tips on how to make your denim feel more comfortable!Posted 4 ans
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How to sew pretty straps on your dress?
Thin, thick, straight or crossed, there are many types of straps. Which ones should you choose? And how do you sew them onto your dress? Tilli explains it all.Posted 4 ans
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