Bootcut and flared styles will look great on you when it comes to pants as they compliment your curves. Erica @ericabunker above (read her style interview here) shows off a good pair of pants for the hourglass, as these will emphasize a slim waist before flaring out at the hem. Check...
It's easier to find clothes that fit the largest part of your body and then have them altered by a tailor. If your pants are tight at the thighs, size up and tailor the waist. Wear your shirts untucked? Casual shirts with a curved hem gently fall over the stomach flab while pulling ...
Pants:Match the inner leg seams of pants, and clothespin the hems of the legs to the line, with the waist hanging down. Shirts and tops:Shirts and tops should be pinned to the line from the bottom hem at the side seams. Socks:Hang socks in pairs, pinning by the toes and letting the...
Or you can deceive the eye by wearing a layered top.Below is an example where I wear wide cropped pants, which are even more challenging to wear. Although my top is too long, part of it is in the same color as the pants. Since the darker part ends at my waist, it still created ...
to the bottom of the hill. On the other hand, those exploring the backcountry need a jacket that breathes well, offers good mobility, and is light and compressible enough to throw into a pack. A growing number of riders want something that can be used for both resort and backcountry use...
“Persil bio powder, I'd not go back to anything different now” - as loved by Mumsnet user SloanePeterson 3. Don’t bypass the handwash Handwashing can feel like a laborious chore but it can be essential for certain items. High heat from washing machine settings or the speed of the ...
How do I add a waistband to a circle skirt? You can add a waistband to a circle skirt by sewing an elastic band directly to the waist edge or by creating a fabric waistband casing for the elastic. Ensure the elastic is cut to your waist measurement for a snug fit. How do I hem a...
Pants:Hang your pants upside down. Make sure to match the inner leg seams of the pants, and then place the clothespins on the hems while attaching them to the clothesline. Shirts and tops:Also hang these upsides down. Place the clothespins at opposite ends of the bottom hem of the shir...
Clip-type clothespins can be more convenient than pins for holding a hem in place while you sew it. Read the final section to learn some basic stitches that will get you through most sewing jobs. Basic Sewing Stitches Four basic stitches can get you through almost any type of hand-sewing...
You can be snowboarding on a bluebird day one minute and in white-out conditions the next (which Jeremy has experienced first hand). Weather changes are far more likely after dark. We recommend staying pretty close to your cabin after about 5pm so that a freak snowstorm feels cozy and ...