Here is the second piece of activewear that I made for the #stitchactivewear sew-along in March. It’s is an updated version of a top I made back in 2012 (and blogged about in 2015, because after I took the photos…
Tutorials on sewing activewear, pattern tips and inspiring DIY workout wear.
Here is the second piece of activewear that I made for the #stitchactivewear sew-along in March. It’s is an updated version of a top I made back in 2012 (and blogged about in 2015, because after I took the photos…
For my March #stitchactivewear sew-along, I made a new pair of Aila leggings with the same fabric that I used when I sewed one of the many prototypes for what would eventually become the finished leggings sewing pattern. While I…
Hemming stretchy knits can be a challenge and the narrow leg opening on a pair of leggings makes it even trickier so in this tutorial I will focus on the various ways you can hem your AIla leggings. Hemming with…
In this tutorial, I’ll show you how to sew together and attach the waistband to the Aila leggings, or any pair of leggings really. Getting the waistband right is probably the trickiest bit when it comes to sewing regular leggings,…
The range of men’s sewing patterns for activewear clothes is far more limited than for females, but there are some companies that offer patterns for guys too. So to make the search easier, I’ve created this guide to athletic sewing…
In this Aila Sew-Along tutorial, I’ll talk about the best seams for sewing leggings and then show you the full assembly process of how to sew the crotch and inseam. So let’s get started! A guide to stretch seams for…
Picking the right activewear fabric is hugely important when it comes to sewing workout leggings. So in order to succeed with the Aila leggings or any other sewing pattern for activewear leggings, we need to understand fabric properties and what…
I just added a new PDF sewing pattern in the shop! The Velo knit cap, the perfect slim fit, easy to sew, knit hat for any cold-weather activities. Ideal for wearing underneath a helmet when biking and skiing or on…
Next weekend I’m teaching my first ever sewing classes in Oslo, Norway. It’s a sewing fair called SewNordic2020 that also offers sewing classes. Two of those I will teach, in one class we sew a workout top and in the…
The Aila leggings has an optional triangle crotch gusset. Now sewing gussets can feel a little bit overwhelming if you are not used to sewing these type of garments. But don’t worry, this simple 3-step method makes attaching a triangle…
The secret to a beautiful looking leggings waistband that holds its shape is to add a layer of stretch mesh or power net inside the waistband, just like you would underline a garment. This little extra layer will also help…
Let me introduce the Aila Leggings, my first garment sewing pattern. It’s a versatile pattern designed for optimal fit and flexibility, and suitable for any type of activity. The PDF pattern comes in seven different views with lots of style…