A pleated patch pocket is a great way to add something a little more interesting than a simple slip pocket. I’ve been using plain slip pockets in most of my bag patterns for ages, but recently, I’ve fallen in love with pleated ones. They’re easy to draft, practical, and give you that extra bit of […]

In my last blog post, I showed you how to draft a custom bike seat cover template so it fits perfectly. Today, we’re turning that template into a finished, waterproof bike seat cover you can use. I’ll walk you through the entire sewing process, complete with step-by-step photos and helpful tips along the way. This

Making a bike seat cover was never really on my radar until my bike seat started to crack from sitting outside all year. Every time it rained, the foam inside soaked up water like a sponge. I can’t tell you how many trousers I’ve ruined thanks to that dreaded wet patch — so embarrassing! That’s