The Taylor M Journal
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The Taylor M Journal
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Student Stories: From Complete Beginner to Confident Sewist
How complete beginners at Taylor M Academy went on to make their own clothes, and in some cases start selling their work.
How to Start a Carnival Monday Wear Brand in Trinidad and Tobago
Why Monday wear is one of the most accessible ways into Trinidad’s Carnival fashion industry, and the skills you need to start.
How to Make Money Sewing in Trinidad and Tobago: From Hobby to Side Income
The realistic ways sewing turns into income in Trinidad and Tobago, and the skills you need for each.
5 Easy Fixes to Make Your Clothes Fit Better (No Tailor Needed)
Five simple fixes for the most common fit problems, from gaping waistbands to stuck zips.
10 Common Beginner Sewing Mistakes (and How to Stop Being Afraid of Them)
The mistakes almost every new sewist makes, how to fix them, and how to stop fear from holding you back.
How to Sew Satin: Tips to Stop Slipping, Snagging and Puckering
How to cut, pin, stitch and press slippery satin for clean seams that don’t pucker or snag.
How to Sew Stretch Fabric Without Puckering or Popped Seams
The needle, stitch and handling tips that make sewing knits, jersey and spandex on a regular machine much easier.
Beginner Sewing Supplies Checklist (and Where to Buy Them in Trinidad)
The short list of sewing supplies a beginner actually needs, and where to find them locally.
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Student Stories: From Complete Beginner to Confident Sewist
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