At the end of woven straps, makers will put a metal cap to prevent the end from fraying. What is this cap called and where can I buy one? [more inside]
posted by iwhitney on Sep 29, 2009 - 14 answers

[HalloweenFilter] I would like to dress up as one of the rag dolls in the animation movie "9." (this one) [more inside]
posted by jstarlee on Sep 14, 2009 - 4 answers

I'd like to buy a new suit. I'd also like to lose a lot of weight. Will the suit still look alright if I lose 60 lbs and have it altered, or should I just wait until I lose the weight? [more inside]
posted by abkadefgee on Aug 19, 2009 - 23 answers

Does it make sense to take in men's pants after significant weight loss? [more inside]
posted by xetere on Dec 2, 2008 - 12 answers

Make me a Master Tailor: I know how to plug in a sewing machine and use a cloth ruler. Assuming nothing more, where do I begin... [more inside]
posted by Hollowman on Aug 18, 2008 - 11 answers

Suggest a good tailor in Toronto? [more inside]
posted by pseudostrabismus on Apr 26, 2008 - 3 answers

Please help me find an affordable route to fashionable pants that fit. [more inside]
posted by sequential on Nov 29, 2007 - 12 answers

What can you do when the ass falls out of your jeans? [more inside]
posted by cgs on Nov 28, 2007 - 6 answers

Can anyone recommend an online tutorial or a sewing book on how to tailor button-down dress shirts for women? [more inside]
posted by sLevi on Sep 17, 2007 - 7 answers

How much fabric/yardage is necessary to make a man's shirt? details [more inside]
posted by tristanshout on Aug 25, 2007 - 7 answers

Making my own suits and shirts. I'd like to learn to create my own clothing (I'm a guy), particulary suits, shirts and sport coats. [more inside]
posted by spicynuts on Nov 27, 2006 - 12 answers

I am looking for an excellent tailor in either Hoi An or Bankok that would be able to custom tailor a new wardrobe for me via the internet. [more inside]
posted by rubyeyo on Nov 20, 2006 - 5 answers

My boyfriend wants to experiment with designing menswear - both casual and formal (he's had experience sewing wedding dresses). Looking for: [more inside]
posted by ao4047 on Aug 9, 2006 - 2 answers

It would be great if people could share their favourite suppliers/retailers/tailors for affordable, quality shirts. I'm talking about shirts which are either interesting, different or vintage. I'd be especially keen on those with detachable collars - this was in fact the reason for my asking the question. [more inside]
posted by dance on Jul 17, 2006 - 1 answer

I want to improve my sewing kung-fu. But where to start? [more inside]
posted by Vervain on Mar 13, 2006 - 16 answers

Does anyone know of seamstresses/tailors in or around Boston that do good work on wedding dresses? My fiance needs to get a wedding dress she bought altered, but isn't having any luck. Given the nature of wedding dresses, she doesn't want to just try some random place.
posted by JonahBlack on Oct 6, 2005 - 6 answers

Tips please on getting posh frocks made from scratch in Hong Kong. [more inside]
posted by suleikacasilda on Aug 21, 2005 - 7 answers

How do I stop my suit trousers wearing out so quickly? The area between thighs always seems to pill up and eventually wear out, especially on pure wool suits. [more inside]
posted by viama on Feb 11, 2005 - 6 answers

Wow, this is like popcorn. OK then.

All youse New Yorkers: anybody recommend a decent tailor? This is for some detail work. My wife got this amazing Vivienne Tam skirt at a secondhand store in the East Village, which needs to be taken in a little, and the fabric is like neoprene. She doesn't feel right just bringing it in to the local drycleaner/tailor/laundry, and I can't say I blame her.
posted by adamgreenfield on Jan 10, 2004 - 5 answers