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.
Being an independent couturier
Are you passionate about sewing and would like to make it your profession? Find out in this article how to become an independent dressmaker and live the life you dream of deep down.Posted 16 months ago
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How does the Tilli service work during curfew and the pandemic?
Curfews, lockdowns, shop closures... It's sometimes difficult to get to grips with these new directives, particularly when it comes to services for private individuals such as those offered by Tilli. Fortunately for you (and for us), your wardrobe will not be impacted by covid! In fact, our alterations service will continue to operate as normal and you can safely welcome your private dressmaker into your home. We explain everything in the following article.Posted 44 months ago
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Tailor-made jeans thanks to alterations
It's often the king of our wardrobe because it goes with every style and rarely makes a faux pas. It's the jeans, of course! Declined in different forms, we could almost get lost in the choice of cut. Slim, skinny, bootcut, flare, mom, etc. And just like other Trousers, jeans often require a few adjustments. Whether it's the hem or even the waist, discover all the possible alterations here.Posted 52 months ago
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Your made-to-measure jacket
The jacket is one of the key pieces in our wardrobe. Some leading fashion experts even go so far as to say that the jacket and shoes alone define an entire outfit. The jacket accompanies men and women in their daily lives, for business meetings or romantic rendezvous. It's a golden ally that should never be underestimated.Posted 52 months ago
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Give your jeans the Finishing they deserve
Making a hem is certainly one of the most classic alterations for a dressmaker and one of the most basic in the world of elegance. And yet, these days, we would almost tend to be satisfied with a quick seam or an approximate Trousers hem. Could it be that some people have forgotten their eye for 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 all the possible alterations for your Trousers bottoms here.Posted 52 months ago
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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 52 months ago
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