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.
Give your jeans the Finishing they deserve
Making a hem is certainly one of the most classic alterations for a sewist and one of the most basic in the world of elegance. And yet, these days, we'd almost be satisfied with a quick seam or a rough trousers hem. Could it be that some people have forgotten the importance of detail? Or that the reflex to call in a alteration specialist has been somewhat lost? In today's fast-paced world, let's get back to basics and take the time to do things right. Discover here all the possible alterations for your trousers bottoms.Posted 4 ans
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How to make a rolled hem?
The rolled hem, also known as a "roulé" is a very tight hem that involves winding the edge of the fabric over itself and stitching it with a straight stitch or a zigzag stitch. It's often used on soft fabrics when you're looking to make a quick, thin hem.Posted 4 ans
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Which hem should I choose for a tablecloth?
Would you like to sew your next tablecloth but don't know which hem to choose for the Finishing touches? Here are the three most commonly used hems!Posted 4 ans
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Save your down jacket
Your down jacket is cracked and you're desperately watching the feathers escape one by one. Before disaster strikes, plug the hole! Here are five ways to repair your down jacket and ensure its survival this winter!Posted 4 ans
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Repair your damaged leather
Leather is a noble, living and durable material, but only if you take good care of it. If you've accidentally made a hole or rip / tear in your leather, don't worry, there are methods you can use to repair it.Posted 4 ans
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Repair your jeans with holes
Ah, the eternal holes in our jeans. At one time or another, they seem inevitable. But should we just admit defeat and throw away our beloved Trousers? Of course not. Because the fabulous thing about jeans is their endless style.Posted 4 ans
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