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Soonjoo

Over 15 years of fashion design experience, I have worked as a lead designer for major brand name retailers such as Stitch Fix, Urban Outfitters, Nordstrom, and Dillards. Now, I am the founder of the website Fashion Wanderer where I share how to make current fashion trends using sewing patterns, refashion old clothes, upcycled thrift clothing and made from scratch techniques.

Elania Dress Tutorial | DIY Smocked Mini Dress

Have you made an elastic thread smocked dress before? This Elania dress features a full bodice smocked with mini ruffles along the neck and shoulder line with a trendy ¾ length puff sleeve.  How to make a smocked mini dress with puff sleeve? Always pre-wash and iron the fabric before cutting rayon crepe fabric. Use …

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Lola Top Tutorial | DIY Bustier Puff Sleeve Top

Do you know how to make a bustier top from scratch? The Lola top includes a fitted corset inspired bustier with a nice adjustable strap puff sleeve.  To get the perfect fit, following a sewing pattern definitely helps you save time on correcting the measurement issues. How to make a bustier corset top with puff …

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Ari Denim Jeans | How To Make High Waist Wide Leg Jeans From Scratch

Have you tried to make high waist wide leg jeans from scratch? This sewing pattern makes it easy to sew jeans with a perfect fit all around.  From snugged high waist to wide leg silhouette, this Ari jeans is the perfect addition to your DIY clothing wardrobe. How to make high waist wide leg jeans …

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Clio Backpack Tutorial | DIY Backpack From Old Jeans

Whether you have oversized baggy or skin tight old jeans, follow the step by step sewing tutorial to make a backpack from old jeans. This DIY backpack sewing pattern is easy to follow and can be made from scratch using denim or canvas fabric as well. How to make backpack from old jeans? Prepare the …

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