 Do you have an old bolster pillow lying around that has seen better days? Or perhaps you found one at a thrift store, but the fabric just doesn’t suit your taste? No problem: with a little sewing skill and the right tools, you can easily transform a worn-out bolster into a fresh, stylish piece. Perfect for the bedroom, caravan, patio chairs, or as a charming accent in your living room.
 Gabrielle Chanel once started her career designing hats. Women were wearing ankle-length dresses and tight corsets and large, lavish hats. She drastically changed both the women's clothing and the hats. Women could look beautiful and elegant, according to her, without all those big dresses and hats. Her motto: women should be able to move, look classy, elegant with 'simple' designs.
A Practical and Inspiring Guide for Sewists  Sewing is not just a craft; it’s a way to help others and express your creativity. Whether it’s a simple repair, a unique garment, or a complex project, it’s important to clarify expectations, costs, and your own boundaries.
In this article, I share my experiences and tips on how to handle sewing commissions—whether for family, friends, neighbors, colleagues, or online clients.  In the world of couture sewing, the name Claire B. Shaeffer has become synonymous with craftsmanship, tradition, and respect for the techniques of the great fashion houses. For decades, her books and patterns have been considered reliable guides for anyone who wants to create garments with true haute couture quality and finish.
Sewing Chanel-Style: Our Plans for 2026 – More Creativity, Sustainability, and Inspiration!1/1/2026
 A new year is just around the corner, and at Sewing Chanel-Style, we’re brimming with exciting plans to make your sewing adventures even more inspiring, sustainable, and stylish! Whether you’re a beginner or an experienced seamstress, 2026 will bring plenty of new content for you to enjoy. Here’s what you can look forward to:
 When summer heat is extreme or winter cold is biting, style often takes a back seat. Completely understandable. Comfort and warmth usually come first.
Still, I believe that even in freezing temperatures, you can dress with style — without sacrificing practicality. Whether you’re going for a winter walk, watching at the ice rink, or arriving at a party: thoughtful choices make all the difference. And in this blog: two beautiful easy peasy Sewing Patterns inspiration tips!  We used to think of richness as abundance — of possessions, wardrobes, and luxury items. But recently, a gentler, wiser understanding has begun to take hold.
For many seamstresses, richness now means having time: time to sew in peace, to create with care, and to take joy in simple, tactile beauty. A tidy sewing space, a beloved sewing machine, and a few cherished fabrics — these are treasures beyond measure. Possessions may fill our closets, but creativity fills our hearts. Real luxury lies not in overabundance, but in the slow rhythm of stitching, the satisfaction of finishing a seam, or the quiet pride of mending something instead of discarding it. |
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Sewing Chanel-Style is all about sharing information, sewing pattern-reviews, book-reviews and lots of sewing guides for sewing-beginners and advanced seamstress.
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