Mitaish Boutique — Fashion, Stitching & Tailoring Tips

You spent time selecting the fabric, went for two fittings, and received the perfect custom-stitched blouse or lehenga from your boutique. Now — how do you make sure it lasts? Proper care for stitched clothes is something most women never receive guidance on. At Mitaish Boutique in Avadi , our tailors see the aftermath of improper care every week — embellishments falling off, fabrics shrinking, colours fading. This guide will help you avoid all of it. Washing — The Most Critical Step Designer blouses with aari work or embellishments — dry clean only. Machine washing will loosen the embroidery threads and cause beads to fall off. Plain cotton blouses — hand wash in cold water with mild detergent. Never wring — squeeze gently and hang to dry. Lehengas and anarkalis — dry clean for embellished versions. For plain cotton or georgette anarkalis, gentle hand wash works. Kids cotton frocks — machine wash on gentle cycle in cold water. Separate darks from lights. Ironing Tips ...

Not everyone can commit to a full-time tailoring course. Between work, household responsibilities, and family — finding 5 days a week for classes feels impossible. That is exactly why the Weekend Tailoring Workshop at Mitaish exists. It is the most flexible way to learn a real, practical stitching skill — one Saturday at a time. What Exactly Happens in a Weekend Workshop? Each Weekend Workshop at Mitaish Fashion Institute, Avadi runs every Saturday from 10 AM to 6:30 PM . Each session focuses on one complete skill or garment — so you go home having learned something you can immediately use. Examples of what past workshops have covered: Stitching a blouse from scratch — measurement to finishing Aari embroidery basics — chain stitch and bead work on a blouse Salwar kameez construction — cutting and stitching a complete set Kids frock — simple pattern and stitching for beginners Churidar bottom — precision cutting and elastic fitting Who is it For? Working women who can...

Chennai summers are intense — and dressing your daughter comfortably and stylishly in this heat is a real challenge. Ready-made clothes often do not fit properly, come in synthetic fabrics that are uncomfortable in the heat, and look identical to every other child's outfit. Custom stitched summer dresses solve all three problems — and at Mitaish Boutique in Avadi , we specialise in kids stitching that is both adorable and practical for Chennai weather. Best Fabrics for Summer Dresses in Chennai Fabric choice is everything in a Chennai summer. Always choose: Pure cotton — breathable, sweat-absorbing, and gentle on sensitive skin. The gold standard for Chennai kids wear. Cotton-linen blend — slightly structured, great for special occasion summer dresses Soft georgette — for festive summer looks like birthday parties Avoid polyester and synthetic blends entirely — they trap heat and cause rashes in Chennai's humidity. Trending Summer Dress Styles for Girls in 2026...

If you have been scrolling through bridal inspiration boards lately, you have probably noticed two blouse styles dominating 2026 — the corset blouse and the cape blouse . Both are bold, both are beautiful, and both are completely achievable with expert stitching. At Mitaish Boutique in Avadi, Chennai , we have been getting more requests for these styles than ever before — so here is everything you need to know. The Corset Blouse — Structure Meets Glamour The corset blouse is inspired by Western fashion but has been beautifully adapted for Indian wear. It features boning or structured inner layers that give the torso a sculpted, fitted silhouette. Paired with a lehenga or silk saree, it is dramatic without being over the top. What makes a great corset blouse? Boning placement — must be positioned correctly or it digs in uncomfortably Hook-and-eye closure at the back — gives that clean, fitted finish Lining quality — a good corset blouse has a soft inner lining so it is comf...

Lehengas and anarkalis are two of the most requested garments at Mitaish Boutique in Avadi — for weddings, engagements, receptions, festivals, and college functions. But many customers come to us confused about the process — how long it takes, what fabric to bring, and what style will suit them best. This post answers all of it. Lehenga Stitching — What You Need to Know A lehenga has three components: the skirt (lehenga), the blouse (choli), and the dupatta. Each requires separate attention. The Lehenga Skirt: The skirt is the most fabric-intensive part. A full flared lehenga typically requires 5 to 8 metres of fabric depending on the number of layers and flare desired. The waistband must fit perfectly — too loose and it drops, too tight and it is uncomfortable for long events. At Mitaish, we stitch both: Simple layered lehengas — 2 to 3 layers with basic flare, ideal for college functions and casual occasions Bridal lehengas — heavily layered with cancan underskirt for...

Starting a home tailoring business in Chennai is one of the most practical and rewarding ways for women to build financial independence — especially in areas like Avadi, Ambattur, Padi, and Thiruvallur where demand for quality local stitching is consistently high. But where do you start? What do you need? And how do you get your first customers? This guide answers all of that practically, based on what we see our students do successfully after completing courses at Mitaish Fashion Designing Institute in Avadi . Step 1 — Get Properly Trained First The most common mistake people make is buying a machine and starting without proper training. You can stitch — but can you stitch a princess cut blouse correctly? Can you handle a bridal lehenga? Can you do alterations without ruining a garment? Proper training is what separates a home stitcher from a home-based professional. A Diploma in Tailoring covers 45 garments over 3 months and gives you the confidence and skill to handle any cust...

One of the most common questions we get at Mitaish Fashion Designing Institute in Avadi is: "Should I do the Diploma in Tailoring or the Diploma in Fashion Designing?" It is a genuinely important question because the two courses have different goals, different durations, and lead to very different career paths. In this post we break down both courses clearly so you can make the right decision for your goals. Diploma in Tailoring — 3 Months The Diploma in Tailoring at our fashion designing institute in Avadi is a comprehensive professional course that covers 45 garments over 3 months. Who is it for: Someone who wants to start their own tailoring business from home or a small shop Someone who wants to work as a professional tailor in a boutique or garment unit Someone who has done the Basic Tailoring course and wants to go deeper Someone who wants a recognised qualification in tailoring within a shorter timeframe What you will learn: All basic and inter...