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How To Make A Full Bust Adjustment to Princess Seams [with pictures]

Nov 26, 2025

Hellooooo, it's me, Hetty - the one who makes bathroom-friendly jumpsuits that you don't need to take off when you go to the loo. The one who sells sewing patterns so that you can make those bathroom-friendly jumpsuits yourself at home. The ones that makes bathroom-friendly jumpsuits with princess seams... OH. Turns out, from my extensive research (on Instagram lol) that a lot of sewists...

Sewing Pro Tips: How To Sew Invisible Zips

Oct 06, 2025

I recently did a poll on Leim's Instagram Stories, asking followers whether they agreed with my hunch that the zips are the reason most people would find approaching one of my jumpsuit sewing patterns daunting. 75% of those who answered said 'yes' so I thought it would be a good idea to create a visual guide (also known as... a video!) on how to add...

5 Things to Ask Yourself Before Saying “I Do” to a Bespoke Wedding Jumpsuit

Jul 23, 2025

Let’s be honest—massive wedding dresses are fab and all, but they’re not for everyone. If the idea of being trussed up in layers of tulle makes you feel like a Victorian lampshade, it might be time to consider a different route. Enter: the wedding jumpsuit. Effortlessly cool, ultra-comfortable, and a brilliant way to break from tradition, a jumpsuit gives you all the main character energy—without...