Drafting and making clothing projects

Stitch Paper Scissors

Sewing, pattern drafting, and sustainable making sit at the heart of Stitch Paper Scissors. Here I share clear, step-by-step guides for drafting and sewing garments for women and children, alongside practical accessories, toys, and home textiles.

With a calm, hands-on approach and a focus on natural fibres, slow fashion, and low-impact projects, my tutorials are designed to build confidence and good technique — helping you move from the first sketch to a well-finished, long-lasting piece you’re proud to use or wear.

Designed for makers who value learning the “why,” not just following steps.

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Latest Articles

How to Sew a Wrap Skirt from an A-Line Skirt Block (Beginner)

In this beginner-friendly wrap skirt sewing tutorial, I’ll show you how to sew a simple wrap skirt using an A-line […]

How to Draft a Wrap Skirt Sewing Pattern from an A-Line Block (Beginner Pattern Drafting Tutorial)

A wrap skirt is one of the simplest and most practical modifications you can make to a basic A-line skirt […]

How to Draft a Simple A-Line Skirt Pattern (Beginner Pattern Drafting Guide)

In this pattern drafting tutorial I will show you a beginner friendly skirt drafting method that you can use for […]

How to Dye Hemp Fabric at Home (Step-by-Step Guide for Even, Long-Lasting Colour)

In this step-by-step tutorial, I share my first-hand experience dyeing hemp fabric at home using fibre-reactive dye and a washing […]

How to Fix Loose Elastic on a Waterproof Mattress Protector (Easy DIY Repair)

In this beginner-friendly sewing tutorial, you’ll learn how to fix loose elastic on a waterproof mattress protector instead of replacing […]

How to Sew a Hair Scrunchie: 4 Easy Methods Using Less Fabric (Beginner-Friendly)

In this beginner-friendly hair scrunchie sewing tutorial, you’ll learn four easy ways to sew a scrunchie using less fabric, including low-waste […]

How to Attach Metal Snap Buttons Without a Tool (No Pliers, No Press)

Why You Should Skip Snap Pliers and Press Tools In my sewing career, it is surprising that I have not […]

How to Sew a Fitted T-Shirt for Women Using a Custom Bodice & Sleeve Block

Sewing a fitted T-shirt that actually fits is difficult when you rely on commercial patterns. In this beginner-friendly guide on how […]

How to Sew a Baby Drool Bib (Easy Step-by-Step Sewing Tutorial)

In this step-by-step baby drool bib sewing tutorial, I will show you how to sew a baby drool bib using a drafted […]

How to Draft a Baby Drool Bib Pattern for Teething Babies

In this blog post, you’ll learn how to draft a baby drool bib pattern designed for heavy drooling and teething. This […]

How to Draft a T-Shirt Sleeve Pattern (Step-by-Step for Stretch Fabrics)

In this beginner-friendly tutorial, I will show you how to draft a T-shirt sleeve pattern step by step, designed to match a custom […]

How to Draft a Perfect T-Shirt Pattern (Bodice Block Tutorial)

Drafting a basic T-shirt pattern from measurements is one of the most useful skills in pattern drafting for beginners. In […]

DIY Heart Shaped Fabric Brooch Tutorial (Easy Valentine Sewing Project)

This easy DIY heart shaped fabric brooch tutorial shows you how to sew a lace-trimmed brooch in under 30 minutes. […]

How to Pre-Wash and Prepare Natural Fabrics Before Sewing

After following my previous post on natural fibres, you went out and bought some wonderful cotton, wool and rayon fabrics […]

How to Sew a Heart Shaped Fabric Coaster from Scraps – Easy Valentine’s Day DIY

In this tutorial I will show how to sew a heart shaped fabric coaster from fabric scraps as a practical […]

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