by In a Pinch Writer | Aug 4, 2025 | Alterations, Eco Conscious, Fashion, Repurposing, Restoration, Tailoring
You found the perfect dress — or so you thought. The price was right, the style was cute… but once you tried to tailor it, things got complicated. Maybe the seams started fraying. Maybe the fabric didn’t hold a stitch. Or maybe it felt like you were trying to sew...
by In a Pinch Writer | Jul 28, 2025 | Costumes, Repurposing, Tailoring
Halloween may still feel far away, but if you’re planning on a handmade or custom-fit costume this year, now is the time to start. At In a Pinch Sewing, I create custom Halloween costumes for kids and adults that are original, well-made, and unforgettable — but they...
by In a Pinch Writer | Jul 14, 2025 | Alterations, Eco Conscious, Repurposing, School Wear
Back-to-school shopping doesn’t have to mean buying everything brand new. In fact, some of the best outfits your child will wear this year might already be in your home — tucked away in a drawer, passed down from an older sibling, or found at a local thrift store. At...
by In a Pinch Writer | Jun 16, 2025 | Eco Conscious, Fashion, Repurposing, Tailoring
There’s something incredibly satisfying about taking what already exists and turning it into something new — something better, more meaningful, more you. That’s the magic of repurposing garments, and for Sher Unbound, it’s one of the most rewarding aspects of her...