In this first tip of the week, from the Autum/Winter 2009 Issue of "Fashion For Real People" you will find fashion and sewing ideas to update your new Autum/Winter wardrobe with six new patterns from Palmer/Pletsch.

Pati Palmer talks about her pattern designs and how to appear slimmer by adding detals to the back of your clothing.

In this tip from Vogue Patterns magazine Sandra Betzina demonstrates how to insert an invisible zipper.

In this weeks tip from Vogue patterns magazine, Jean Hass reveals the secret to creating the perfect fitting pants.

Custom shirt makers give you their tips on how to care for your shirts