tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-87330058985661556072024-03-16T06:49:43.050-04:00110 CreationsA sewing and inspiration blog.110 Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12740139592563988097noreply@blogger.comBlogger783125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733005898566155607.post-8986245071658858742024-02-28T11:16:00.001-05:002024-02-28T11:16:36.068-05:00How to Chainstitch with a Coverstich Sewing Machine<p>Mind. Blown.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7sGOPDP7Hllatj8o5QjOq5DsFhW_i8R4Rny-_Mg_YIdAw47G-_3NH64xWao6rLILshFSVURyAt-bMAgvrUVmLw_RLBCTZj19570YN-mvirWa6BBUSvSvtVwfn6qXZDL0BSfCBYxYiwg1wxqtmBzT-FQq5oKdh9M_GNYtszU90u_1aKTVK1LkRrEJlOp8/s1500/how%20to%20chainstitch%20pin.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="How to Chainstitch with a Coverstich Sewing Machine" border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1000" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7sGOPDP7Hllatj8o5QjOq5DsFhW_i8R4Rny-_Mg_YIdAw47G-_3NH64xWao6rLILshFSVURyAt-bMAgvrUVmLw_RLBCTZj19570YN-mvirWa6BBUSvSvtVwfn6qXZDL0BSfCBYxYiwg1wxqtmBzT-FQq5oKdh9M_GNYtszU90u_1aKTVK1LkRrEJlOp8/w426-h640/how%20to%20chainstitch%20pin.jpg" title="chainstitch" width="426" /></a></div><p>That's how I felt when I FINALLY got around to trying this sewing technique. I'm not joking when I say I've had this Safari window open on my phone for at least six months (anyone else a serial non-window-closer?). And what window was that, you ask?</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7Q4QjjuF0MukVgkdzYM_IPyisaZRQrL-eI3H6wTtR2hpFTbGv2V0PmfxJHtphNfIlwTgrTgoaqONmKmL2liRRlgRgHr0KbqVwQ8Fym6K0mZUUAt-T7kcS_oQBsTtu-cbFSn26e6pFsi45GdvS5ko768YMoSgDACP_hcxufuCFJcAaq10PQwDb1DpxLRs/s2532/IMG_4960.PNG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="How to Chainstitch with a Coverstich Sewing Machine" border="0" data-original-height="2532" data-original-width="1170" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7Q4QjjuF0MukVgkdzYM_IPyisaZRQrL-eI3H6wTtR2hpFTbGv2V0PmfxJHtphNfIlwTgrTgoaqONmKmL2liRRlgRgHr0KbqVwQ8Fym6K0mZUUAt-T7kcS_oQBsTtu-cbFSn26e6pFsi45GdvS5ko768YMoSgDACP_hcxufuCFJcAaq10PQwDb1DpxLRs/w296-h640/IMG_4960.PNG" title="chainstitch" width="296" /></a></div><p>The pdf manual for my <a href="https://www.110creations.com/2014/03/my-new-toy.html" target="_blank">Brother 2340CV</a>. Wowwwww exciting right. I don't remember why, but I was looking in the manual for something one day and saw, right there, instructions for chainstitching. What? Are you serious? I thought chainstitching required a special machine?</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwLmBdNT7f2KPhgGl2-fAwT_uccXt0n_pWoFjnLyBEv6vptk2MBRpFVN1YAHlfGRKZmpP9RUrronmNqKvC73L0xXPFxcn6Dess02Abb1dX77SS6TkfzF3LlDDayikpQUdsKERYEgpTP3ik5RHXHTGU_p8IVYDXFZSd2jm5iLFMrjnBaiIlHuUQSZ0yM44/s1752/Screen%20Shot%202024-02-27%20at%203.55.00%20PM.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="vintage chainstitch machine" border="0" data-original-height="487" data-original-width="1752" height="111" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwLmBdNT7f2KPhgGl2-fAwT_uccXt0n_pWoFjnLyBEv6vptk2MBRpFVN1YAHlfGRKZmpP9RUrronmNqKvC73L0xXPFxcn6Dess02Abb1dX77SS6TkfzF3LlDDayikpQUdsKERYEgpTP3ik5RHXHTGU_p8IVYDXFZSd2jm5iLFMrjnBaiIlHuUQSZ0yM44/w400-h111/Screen%20Shot%202024-02-27%20at%203.55.00%20PM.png" title="chainstitch" width="400" /></a></div><p>Special machines DO exist, but it turns out that I can replicate it on my coverstitch. And it's super easy. If you don't have the exact machine that I do, check your manual!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUI8LkbA0GBWQkGrFGL_vX9hsqPK8Frby2-KGM3GiJ_YBIjexddGH_U99w2dDo7XhUCfN-NC5okytWX8kF0VT0D6ZjRcM4RAwEvtlNYfg-AkwrmAC-6PvgdubG4IIZi7QQFjkF15jOFCFx2uqCX6J1tOloPSfMOu8-cn3-NmmJSSVRP1Rv8mq6Rk35Gyk/s4032/IMG_4949.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="How to Chainstitch with a Coverstich Sewing Machine" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUI8LkbA0GBWQkGrFGL_vX9hsqPK8Frby2-KGM3GiJ_YBIjexddGH_U99w2dDo7XhUCfN-NC5okytWX8kF0VT0D6ZjRcM4RAwEvtlNYfg-AkwrmAC-6PvgdubG4IIZi7QQFjkF15jOFCFx2uqCX6J1tOloPSfMOu8-cn3-NmmJSSVRP1Rv8mq6Rk35Gyk/w480-h640/IMG_4949.jpg" title="chainstitch" width="480" /></a></div><p>The Brother 2340CV is a three-needle coverstitch, with the fourth needle being the lower looper. To make the chainstitch, you remove the left and right needles and use only the center needle and lower looper. Set the tension settings to 0 for the two needles you removed. Set the needle tension to 2 and the lower looper tension to 5.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBKc0vTrzpmcEdlrbOZqXYd5Ob4PTvduDtx0Ab3t8l4u0GDW39GaHiqMToi50FJYqU7khwy6X7pqXclmiGd79DA3_MN8l-2YZjRMHJnpLKAreVASI15oBmO-nyxPyCX7eIg4l_u6BahK1GCiblvKgF29eQGXN3zuUCpjZstK1QNzjD8wZdl7xPT9c6hkQ/s4032/IMG_4951.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="How to Chainstitch with a Coverstich Sewing Machine" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBKc0vTrzpmcEdlrbOZqXYd5Ob4PTvduDtx0Ab3t8l4u0GDW39GaHiqMToi50FJYqU7khwy6X7pqXclmiGd79DA3_MN8l-2YZjRMHJnpLKAreVASI15oBmO-nyxPyCX7eIg4l_u6BahK1GCiblvKgF29eQGXN3zuUCpjZstK1QNzjD8wZdl7xPT9c6hkQ/w300-h400/IMG_4951.jpg" title="chainstitch" width="300" /></a></div><p>Then sew.</p><p>That's it! I was blown away when I saw how easy it was. No fiddling at all. I grabbed a piece of stretch denim, folded it over to mimic a hem, and it worked perfectly.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQ9GvHCu8gJpXPfy5YLzIaE0xPYMZys-cI5com4LZiAyTIMhiP9uIq9KQg1vYj0n4N8IudGrmnp4em9N5T3yx5p4G7fhwjy8hr2rsWaHr8YtsiCVtCa3jKRJsC-mu467Sn0EUXlGzc5KYs3PWtx8V-Pq3rOgeg8CrLIAphJ-HlqrbX6mKi-z8DoD0EAKg/s4032/IMG_4953.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="How to Chainstitch with a Coverstich Sewing Machine" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQ9GvHCu8gJpXPfy5YLzIaE0xPYMZys-cI5com4LZiAyTIMhiP9uIq9KQg1vYj0n4N8IudGrmnp4em9N5T3yx5p4G7fhwjy8hr2rsWaHr8YtsiCVtCa3jKRJsC-mu467Sn0EUXlGzc5KYs3PWtx8V-Pq3rOgeg8CrLIAphJ-HlqrbX6mKi-z8DoD0EAKg/w480-h640/IMG_4953.jpg" title="chainstitch" width="480" /></a></div><p>Then I grabbed a four month old pair of unhemmed jeans and hemmed them. Also worked perfectly!</p><p>Supposedly a chainstitch can also make a great basting stitch, as it is meant to unravel when it becomes unsecured. I didn't try it because I didn't want to pull any of my pretty stitches out.</p><p>Are you going to try this trick? Or, are you on the fence about a coverstitch and need just one more reason to get one (dooooo it)? </p><p>If you'd like to see this technique in action, check out my Reel on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/110creations/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>!</p>110 Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12740139592563988097noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733005898566155607.post-73829657530161716772024-02-21T10:24:00.004-05:002024-02-21T10:37:25.722-05:00Cupro Scuba Double Knit Top<p>There is no better feeling than a successful RTW hack. I LOVE being inspired by things I see online and using my pattern knowledge to come up with a copy. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7KCtH0Jf4S_B1s98wjHuqvFHCJzigt8H9eSo107K-g8t_8HBaOxg_AVnAoevwjqAO6lyRUV8EvQFLjBKGLnAy4Bg2JINJEFJLXInDBsweZ3cafbtH9MNnLaO_tC75ta7_cbsSMQHJ9PGekhPecrkorekxkgaN9K5iovjHgIHCqObq02PtwLafGF_g-H0/s1600/spanx%20inspiration.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="turtleneck inspiration" border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="1600" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7KCtH0Jf4S_B1s98wjHuqvFHCJzigt8H9eSo107K-g8t_8HBaOxg_AVnAoevwjqAO6lyRUV8EvQFLjBKGLnAy4Bg2JINJEFJLXInDBsweZ3cafbtH9MNnLaO_tC75ta7_cbsSMQHJ9PGekhPecrkorekxkgaN9K5iovjHgIHCqObq02PtwLafGF_g-H0/w640-h320/spanx%20inspiration.jpg" title="cupro double knit" width="640" /></a></div><p>I used this <a href="https://spanx.com/products/airessentials-turtleneck-tunic?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAiA29auBhBxEiwAnKcSqo6s-AYu-BORtRL3vyYJl3NrDWuawkmXsAbLgd-BlpxxQ089a66YsBoCfboQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds&variant=43015054262483" target="_blank">Spanx Air Essentials turtleneck tunic</a> as inspiration for my top. Why was I browsing at Spanx do you ask? Well, I've recently started freelancing with Kayla at <a href="https://surgefabricshop.com/" target="_blank">Surge Fabric Shop</a>. She was bringing in a new fabric that was meant to duplicate the Spanx Air Essentials line. Tessa, at <a href="https://www.lovenotions.com/product/aurora" target="_blank">Love Notions</a>, had asked all the fabric shops she knew to find her a similar fabric, and after more than a year of searching, Kayla delivered. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHv7fZg1UDCBzmYdZGXbAG_Lk8mjg6ue42hR6NA6ReFpT-t_emOm1iqr4fG85tNwd0CZm0Zog1XgR0je_Kjo87oUB5u4pYJPhONRa_6LmWCiN46yftdU6Y4lUneaLMVxL_3nq9NUwjt52zjF5b0yqxDc9XqSPxj_ippQyH0aQnZM86SrxQDwe5fkGJKbk/s4032/IMG_4753.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Halifax Nikko hack" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHv7fZg1UDCBzmYdZGXbAG_Lk8mjg6ue42hR6NA6ReFpT-t_emOm1iqr4fG85tNwd0CZm0Zog1XgR0je_Kjo87oUB5u4pYJPhONRa_6LmWCiN46yftdU6Y4lUneaLMVxL_3nq9NUwjt52zjF5b0yqxDc9XqSPxj_ippQyH0aQnZM86SrxQDwe5fkGJKbk/w300-h400/IMG_4753.HEIC" title="cupro double knit" width="300" /></a></div><p>Kayla sent me two yards to make a sample garment. Out of all the Air Essentials items I loved the turtleneck the most. To create my duplicate, I used the Hey June Halifax Hoodie as a base, because it has that boxy shape with a dropped shoulder. I laid the bodice pattern pieces on top of the bodice for the Nikko Top (True Bias) and blended them together at the neckline. Luckily, both patterns have the same seam allowance so it wasn't too difficult.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtKQ-d5Nz6SbK2eAmKLQ59gA7GexliLXH5vLLOtODNkUzHAJTzy0JV6ULfClCNbRNykUgqFkXnXHkRqp_4DQDFfkXtoq_HJNEg2Qa_iHOEwiI5X_l1fHzMpdJdTSGUCVDxdL4GEPNF8MbXaoo4X4GP5YWKKTzAFijbXNv3EIeWMA_4LMHEik_6eEQQOHk/s1920/IMG_4821.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Halifax and Nikko hack" border="0" data-original-height="1920" data-original-width="1080" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtKQ-d5Nz6SbK2eAmKLQ59gA7GexliLXH5vLLOtODNkUzHAJTzy0JV6ULfClCNbRNykUgqFkXnXHkRqp_4DQDFfkXtoq_HJNEg2Qa_iHOEwiI5X_l1fHzMpdJdTSGUCVDxdL4GEPNF8MbXaoo4X4GP5YWKKTzAFijbXNv3EIeWMA_4LMHEik_6eEQQOHk/w360-h640/IMG_4821.JPG" width="360" /></a></div><p>I omitted the sleeve cuff and instead extended the length of the sleeve. I cut 2 1/2" off the bodice and then added the tunic panels at the bottom. They are roughly 7" tall and the same width as the bodice.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnKu461pyWLIjCSS95QgPwU9DDC0sadcjrGVBlCaizdI-kDboPKc6DYRF6bnWOn-udLoUut9X3TJAccOhTS66prSLVM37-kk1Yj4o6VEszwx5Ncv0qxhIcbIv_cm8D4LvvrI7HCHQiGpePGAQLcuCKXfgMUGmQC8KNT6xFXXQkYDf9Ysyo26PjQLBTpa0/s4032/IMG_4751.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Halifax Nikko hack" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnKu461pyWLIjCSS95QgPwU9DDC0sadcjrGVBlCaizdI-kDboPKc6DYRF6bnWOn-udLoUut9X3TJAccOhTS66prSLVM37-kk1Yj4o6VEszwx5Ncv0qxhIcbIv_cm8D4LvvrI7HCHQiGpePGAQLcuCKXfgMUGmQC8KNT6xFXXQkYDf9Ysyo26PjQLBTpa0/w300-h400/IMG_4751.HEIC" title="cupro double knit" width="300" /></a></div><p>This was a quick sew, except that I had to cut the turtleneck part three times because I kept messing up. The first time I sewed it wrong sides together, and the second time I cut the stretch the wrong way. This fabric does have only minimal stretch in the length so you have to pay attention.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEgOzvEhT3fBPJrWJBxVLNcTytW0kk2R9VKrTDxm-G6FpmPw5dlKTO4zuT8vVWvCrfzTNiu397OnVwqGM3oIpq-AjXbzHycPNHNljdCWJOuHpN3xzqG-_1Sqc8VpTYtVsuxT28l-AfOj1-F43ZUVwr11l10U4f4RAebhwWAj6_JOjhqcbpd7PJki2rC5A/s4032/IMG_4752.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Halifax Nikko hack" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEgOzvEhT3fBPJrWJBxVLNcTytW0kk2R9VKrTDxm-G6FpmPw5dlKTO4zuT8vVWvCrfzTNiu397OnVwqGM3oIpq-AjXbzHycPNHNljdCWJOuHpN3xzqG-_1Sqc8VpTYtVsuxT28l-AfOj1-F43ZUVwr11l10U4f4RAebhwWAj6_JOjhqcbpd7PJki2rC5A/w300-h400/IMG_4752.HEIC" title="cupro double knit" width="300" /></a></div><p>I wore this all day last week and it was SO soft and comfy. It resisted wrinkles like a champ, and dare I say it would make a great travel outfit. There is a matte and shiny side (I used the matte). You could use the shinier side for your own lovely cupro double knit dress (like <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lovenotions/" target="_blank">Tessa's</a>).</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnvS_F3DSekN1VGjnjKwgfPoG_CZZo0vBdhL1gF0nUzoi3uZh2WZsJiz9lBP7K1hRoIedPOhspSdzC4Dcklu4NZ7IBhlMp59KEUg4LI5gUxuLx7oCBWco1H1K7mqK1lFVPuLcN2mLoq0fkD-9dOcpdi_ms48Zl-FH1oh0uuChsr3XTHNcP69cQBhyWqEw/s4032/IMG_4754.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Halifax Nikko hack" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnvS_F3DSekN1VGjnjKwgfPoG_CZZo0vBdhL1gF0nUzoi3uZh2WZsJiz9lBP7K1hRoIedPOhspSdzC4Dcklu4NZ7IBhlMp59KEUg4LI5gUxuLx7oCBWco1H1K7mqK1lFVPuLcN2mLoq0fkD-9dOcpdi_ms48Zl-FH1oh0uuChsr3XTHNcP69cQBhyWqEw/w300-h400/IMG_4754.jpg" title="cupro scuba techno double knit" width="300" /></a></div><p>For more info on this fabric, you can read <a href="https://surgefabricshop.com/blogs/surges-sewing-blog/cupro-double-knit-techno-latest-release" target="_blank">Kayla's blog post</a> or watch Tessa's <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2_C5UQfmRCc" target="_blank">YouTube video</a>. Make sure to grab some of this fabric for yourself over at <a href="https://surgefabricshop.com/collections/cupro-double-knit" target="_blank">Surge</a>.</p><p><i>I received this fabric for free and am paid as a <a href="https://110creationsmarketing.com/" target="_blank">digital marketer</a> for Surge Fabric Shop. I was not asked to write this blog post but I received the fabric for free. Both patterns were purchased by myself. All opinions are my own!</i></p>110 Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12740139592563988097noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733005898566155607.post-56123727543459407562024-01-25T09:00:00.000-05:002024-01-25T09:00:23.448-05:00TAUKO Magazine Make and Share<p>Do you follow <a href="https://www.taukomagazine.com/shop/issue-10" target="_blank">TAUKO Magazine</a>? They are a sewing magazine located in Europe (Helsinki and Berlin). Fun fact: the word "tauko" in Finnish means "a break or a pause" (you can read more about the magazine <a href="https://www.taukomagazine.com/ourstory" target="_blank">here</a>). A few months ago, they put a call out for sewists for a Make and Share. We were given our choice of patterns from the upcoming issue. I chose Claudette, a pattern from designer <a href="https://www.instagram.com/violettetannenbaum/" target="_blank">Violette Tannenbaum</a>. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQgHLY7TggwogEUWSZ-EuhRMIVnAqKm8WedL3p4utUAaVznrHpQD6gJ7wQtBDPvAaYu0fB9xxqGCSmvamlubt9tz8AEgmVbDb67C_KyQpVUlDNyDNSjjLjjlpAMplxeOxksBNDuvSiXFlVo1H3aGI_VLUsweWrEjsL2zZLB-A5cVajgc_hptIpsBtnAd8/s4032/IMG_4367.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Claudette Dress" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQgHLY7TggwogEUWSZ-EuhRMIVnAqKm8WedL3p4utUAaVznrHpQD6gJ7wQtBDPvAaYu0fB9xxqGCSmvamlubt9tz8AEgmVbDb67C_KyQpVUlDNyDNSjjLjjlpAMplxeOxksBNDuvSiXFlVo1H3aGI_VLUsweWrEjsL2zZLB-A5cVajgc_hptIpsBtnAd8/w480-h640/IMG_4367.jpg" title="Claudette Dress" width="480" /></a></div><p>When I saw the preview of the patterns, I had just attended The Nutcracker with my family and was feeling super inspired by all things tulle. It was kismet! </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgktwd_mBrwjgFaUhFIHFFLuFSwoy0LcH99b-KIVWGnTRuJhzOZ_eF-_sFSLhzef2StY9VUABJf-PIyuv5BgEWrY408PGyNiZqmQ0eloNb3V3pLVtWWk1pCLQJJeeLwRFkT6I89tW5MJG4mhJSjzu2fImJ1jBzneu9X0aMsEWhRWwzyuYpc0sFaWiRQTRA/s4032/IMG_4362.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Claudette Dress" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgktwd_mBrwjgFaUhFIHFFLuFSwoy0LcH99b-KIVWGnTRuJhzOZ_eF-_sFSLhzef2StY9VUABJf-PIyuv5BgEWrY408PGyNiZqmQ0eloNb3V3pLVtWWk1pCLQJJeeLwRFkT6I89tW5MJG4mhJSjzu2fImJ1jBzneu9X0aMsEWhRWwzyuYpc0sFaWiRQTRA/w480-h640/IMG_4362.jpg" title="Claudette Dress" width="480" /></a></div><p>I got my copy of Claudette and fell over laughing when I saw the yardage requirements...13 yards! The entire dress is tulle, so I did some googling to find a high quality tulle at an affordable price. I ended up ordering from an <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/JinliDream" target="_blank">overseas Etsy shop</a>. There were TONS of colors and I am pleased with the quality.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNtQTn_n4XlLICxxcGBzhXxqJi4-Tdk39Tkipkk3YcBuOGE1HUIPkkRaIbZ63nAcSclzjWjvIb8RfQh-IXs8LdumgJ2kWncOoqEarvyvuvE1-0REupDCEU2U_8Yhf4wT9o8r9XiabZ1NPBdNaB7Tt-JDrXL-dZiLma01nroNgP8zDkub1gAwccbCPoYBU/s4032/IMG_4375.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Claudette Dress" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNtQTn_n4XlLICxxcGBzhXxqJi4-Tdk39Tkipkk3YcBuOGE1HUIPkkRaIbZ63nAcSclzjWjvIb8RfQh-IXs8LdumgJ2kWncOoqEarvyvuvE1-0REupDCEU2U_8Yhf4wT9o8r9XiabZ1NPBdNaB7Tt-JDrXL-dZiLma01nroNgP8zDkub1gAwccbCPoYBU/w480-h640/IMG_4375.jpg" title="Claudette Dress" width="480" /></a></div><p>Claudette is constructed with French seams, which are not difficult but are time-consuming. Tulle is basically impossible to mark or pin. I could use clips and ended up using tape when I needed to mark horizontal lines (important for adding the first tier of the skirt). There's a lot of static and cat hair got stuck in the tulle pretty easily.</p><p>Other than these issues, it wasn't super terrible to work with the tulle. I expected worse. The instructions were sufficient and the drafting was excellent.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIg1QnFGZJiJwPAH5i-OsokK8tNjJf_AtG2n1iXWQYohIh089L-vQorQuAM0_pnjxvjkSE4QwR7y86qgsWYfbnb0rhr4Pk-tYMvrfidLouvD-REl4o93bOWR_S9ar2YiTj2oQzF7N7NtL74PDKPPY6ZDCV_GYQJA85i9aXtXpKb-Hm8sohVoIA4AdNFRQ/s4032/IMG_4376.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Claudette Dress" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIg1QnFGZJiJwPAH5i-OsokK8tNjJf_AtG2n1iXWQYohIh089L-vQorQuAM0_pnjxvjkSE4QwR7y86qgsWYfbnb0rhr4Pk-tYMvrfidLouvD-REl4o93bOWR_S9ar2YiTj2oQzF7N7NtL74PDKPPY6ZDCV_GYQJA85i9aXtXpKb-Hm8sohVoIA4AdNFRQ/w480-h640/IMG_4376.jpg" title="Claudette Dress" width="480" /></a></div><p>I made a size 2 and modified the bodice by shortening it about 3". Otherwise it had a dropped waist look that I didn't think was as fun as this short version. I might even run a bit of elastic around the waist to pull it in more.</p><p>I did not end up using anywhere near as much tulle as I ordered. I omitted the ruffles across the chest/back, and the bottom tier. Each ruffle you see is two layers gathered together. It's a lot of fabric!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinEjoTZPxC8eXaXobwRtif5LVutOTwiiZq2cBVtxbcQbm2g_XY4HLbpGDtFPG8BISLxuMv2-9sMD6ci0R1YZw9-bDlawHkZxa7YnSpmHsvPLZHPd5iUXF6ZTdPtW6MzVsXKaIL5914JNvHemXcutCMLo9-j4rsfBknG45XUDkAU930VpUuoQyMye73OAM/s4032/IMG_4365.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Claudette Dress" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEinEjoTZPxC8eXaXobwRtif5LVutOTwiiZq2cBVtxbcQbm2g_XY4HLbpGDtFPG8BISLxuMv2-9sMD6ci0R1YZw9-bDlawHkZxa7YnSpmHsvPLZHPd5iUXF6ZTdPtW6MzVsXKaIL5914JNvHemXcutCMLo9-j4rsfBknG45XUDkAU930VpUuoQyMye73OAM/w480-h640/IMG_4365.jpg" title="Claudette Dress" width="480" /></a></div><p>The sleeve pattern piece was absolutely hysterical and huge.</p><p>I ended up following the directions in the <a href="https://www.sewdaily.com/product/sew-news-fall-2023-digital-edition/" target="_blank">Fall 2023 issue of Sew News</a> to create a tulle collar. It is removable and I sometimes like it, sometimes don't. It might be fun on another outfit but I haven't tried.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYIszu0gQ8d_1oy7NC0mcQ4mlVhBf-QEIDGLR0SCzEiEnT-ksrK4U1inKUT8fD5XoehzgaeXgfu3yZguCgciIo19LPIUedmw_0fMT_rq-VTtW_iZ54aMELw62NBl06F8V-1PhMkE_xkoJ0PRfMWLidFGNC1b-wu-PYxOM0gI9ifuoZiKcUiUdgypDgxd0/s4032/IMG_4374.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Claudette Dress" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYIszu0gQ8d_1oy7NC0mcQ4mlVhBf-QEIDGLR0SCzEiEnT-ksrK4U1inKUT8fD5XoehzgaeXgfu3yZguCgciIo19LPIUedmw_0fMT_rq-VTtW_iZ54aMELw62NBl06F8V-1PhMkE_xkoJ0PRfMWLidFGNC1b-wu-PYxOM0gI9ifuoZiKcUiUdgypDgxd0/w480-h640/IMG_4374.jpg" title="Claudette Dress" width="480" /></a></div><p>Of course this is a totally ridiculous, over-the-top garment that has few uses in the real world. I spend SO much time making practical garments that I decided it was fine to make something beautiful for the sake of making something beautiful. Kinda silly that I needed to give myself permission!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXe6YAGE5fj6Ob9yADU7ZE2X_IEuk8T5o1dKd30ysDzag49Bco3PgEoWKLbnfiyXxJYQZw9fHSwt3l1AAUx__VCQAE74GGNhLSaEzPO07EmDuHB2OjwVui2muVQCc6SQdoLb91II5yNshknarjHuEb7BqS1I5ZfiRLtbkjTRX1Ps0qGU1sUH8zxr6P8qU/s4032/IMG_4373.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Claudette Dress" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXe6YAGE5fj6Ob9yADU7ZE2X_IEuk8T5o1dKd30ysDzag49Bco3PgEoWKLbnfiyXxJYQZw9fHSwt3l1AAUx__VCQAE74GGNhLSaEzPO07EmDuHB2OjwVui2muVQCc6SQdoLb91II5yNshknarjHuEb7BqS1I5ZfiRLtbkjTRX1Ps0qGU1sUH8zxr6P8qU/w480-h640/IMG_4373.jpg" title="Claudette Dress" width="480" /></a></div><p>I want to thank the folks at TAUKO who made the entire Make and Share experience easy and fun. They have just unveiled a new subscription model, so please go take a look at that. I believe I will be receiving one additional pattern in exchange for posting my dress, and I've definitely got my eye on a few!</p>110 Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12740139592563988097noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733005898566155607.post-84316844101857834082023-11-13T10:43:00.000-05:002023-11-13T10:43:34.796-05:00Style Arc Kennedy Puffer Pullover<p>Y'know how sometimes Pinterest or the algo torture you with the same images over and over? That happened to me with the <a href="https://www.freepeople.com/fpmovement/shop/pippa-packable-pullover-puffer/?color=062&type=REGULAR&quantity=1" target="_blank">Free People Pippa Packable Pullover</a>. Just check out how much fun all these ladies are having, hiking and walking and living their best life.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4x908t8Sz_F50UjxbIy04BFR8C4GqEK4g3KZaiBSdtgbCg2c7lPc-e41_RF6XkSalofedPXihYDcW7LMMXy5sCVsAmfqZMTLxwqjbihha2s2z9HAHIK97PGtEFMbWxkgOK9fNEcJLckx2KIddeuBDK-V8QJP2tAhGNy5SKpU6pxP9iGC6vNQb4tBcuHM/s1080/Free%20people%20hack.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Free People Pippa Pullover hack" border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4x908t8Sz_F50UjxbIy04BFR8C4GqEK4g3KZaiBSdtgbCg2c7lPc-e41_RF6XkSalofedPXihYDcW7LMMXy5sCVsAmfqZMTLxwqjbihha2s2z9HAHIK97PGtEFMbWxkgOK9fNEcJLckx2KIddeuBDK-V8QJP2tAhGNy5SKpU6pxP9iGC6vNQb4tBcuHM/w640-h640/Free%20people%20hack.jpg" title="Kennedy Hooded Top" width="640" /></a></div><p>After lots of digging for a close enough pattern, I settled on the <a href="https://www.stylearc.com/shop/sewing-patterns/kennedy-hooded-top/" target="_blank">Kennedy Hooded Top</a> from Style Arc. It was basically the same except for a few minor details, like the curved hem and the addition of a hidden pocket (for packing). Additionally, Kennedy has an outer kangaroo pocket instead of a hidden one. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.stylearc.com/shop/sewing-patterns/kennedy-hooded-top/" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="Kennedy Hooded Top" border="0" data-original-height="750" data-original-width="750" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-hfiqh05DbWD4KFIt0Aov-_-kkEwxVOvD6umHHXLSUibrI5btvMcDi_rRhfo1_3sbgHKvpdCGvaHSb29YIJTEIVqmGUYDza01o_rmW3H4kvh2T2cRnRL6Gp1iO9MrMYJ5BluHDNq3MndCWYwwZ7eezrNEawisDYzxSQJszV1YXHkrbMZkgWTSQgd0N18/w400-h400/kennedy-hooded-top.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><p>After a few months of letting this pattern sit, I decided I didn't care about hacking the kangaroo pocket into a hidden one. It seemed like an awful lot of work for not much gain. I did, however, want to try adding a second pocket under the flap (otherwise, why is the flap even there?). I also changed the hem to a curved baseball hem, and added a curved extension to the cuff.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW_4pg7d2zkWc19FZOBKnWkB4IVtFTpGTps3r9iw5C7pB0W7fCw1DsbmZbnEMA9dDCUwuK4116jXogRIUAdazEqKctO__SY6TMzbxnF5_U-M1dfS4BaLeffwWDvgWGRdoT-Z2OnDbWIdtJP1twA4CC3BB4HgYMIEGuqzh6-3upiFUsIwdzGrt27-9bMK4/s4032/IMG_3294.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kennedy Hooded Top" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW_4pg7d2zkWc19FZOBKnWkB4IVtFTpGTps3r9iw5C7pB0W7fCw1DsbmZbnEMA9dDCUwuK4116jXogRIUAdazEqKctO__SY6TMzbxnF5_U-M1dfS4BaLeffwWDvgWGRdoT-Z2OnDbWIdtJP1twA4CC3BB4HgYMIEGuqzh6-3upiFUsIwdzGrt27-9bMK4/w480-h640/IMG_3294.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><p>I have no process photos, no explanation for how I did anything. Sorry! Sometimes I make so much content that I have to just take a break from it and sew for fun. If you're looking for an in-depth hack, it's not here this time. (I have seen a similar pattern with the zip pocket through Project Run and Play <a href="https://projectrunandplay.com/product/verdant-windbreaker/" target="_blank">here</a>). </p><p>Style Arc directions are notoriously sparse. These are were okay. I took a lot of liberties with the pattern and I'm confident in my ability to figure out a hoodie. If you've never sewn a placket or a cuff then maybe don't start here. But all the pieces went together well. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2i9Rkz-IsEYULEuyaWkWW0t5IOLhXFCPRut1nZSwWtyGgZyq3pccBafkT1xqjoA_J5OOLqs8_KLxuuSirmM2p2ldZ9_XFG8L8Guih-KNkRSMuHEPYa2umhz_quFju7dgjQPpPNaTBvXVN7GbbQAHlGaui8d9hsxxddg_LWB3ess0899GJPdes36GPbu8/s4032/IMG_3300.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kennedy Hooded Top" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2i9Rkz-IsEYULEuyaWkWW0t5IOLhXFCPRut1nZSwWtyGgZyq3pccBafkT1xqjoA_J5OOLqs8_KLxuuSirmM2p2ldZ9_XFG8L8Guih-KNkRSMuHEPYa2umhz_quFju7dgjQPpPNaTBvXVN7GbbQAHlGaui8d9hsxxddg_LWB3ess0899GJPdes36GPbu8/w480-h640/IMG_3300.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><p>Kennedy is suitable for knits or wovens...it has SO MUCH ease. I followed the size chart but ended up taking off 1" from each side seam. You've been warned.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfjExtGx08EdWR510htYKMeJtBoRR4SNUqevtQJiDlTZ2hbIGMxD9Ir4uTSOZlU3yZlmih855fdpJtMOAntg_XmS1nR1lp5R9zGJKoETsc0-hLX7ahWVSBTTrYb-NFGVU5kof7MQhn84DoJ300C5jdT7KK-mezVB9gaPoTHt-snR2lQjx9KmEvRqMf3B8/s4032/IMG_3297.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kennedy Hooded Top" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfjExtGx08EdWR510htYKMeJtBoRR4SNUqevtQJiDlTZ2hbIGMxD9Ir4uTSOZlU3yZlmih855fdpJtMOAntg_XmS1nR1lp5R9zGJKoETsc0-hLX7ahWVSBTTrYb-NFGVU5kof7MQhn84DoJ300C5jdT7KK-mezVB9gaPoTHt-snR2lQjx9KmEvRqMf3B8/w300-h400/IMG_3297.HEIC" width="300" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIvezmUMCkcyYv-K42U3x4cX4sIOOX3xEdZA_cdn5XcWnxOdPluFZ0xFj97mnD6VodrqNZWlmj5xrLDv-4U9H61kX_BHq4NPWValfB4bHa_nFoblfCBikdnKzLu7PC8UDKsR8DgQWht1g_2KKE3wsLHBr7KNJuyD4tReRaX_s1sgFTq0haOT7v7w-4XeI/s4032/IMG_3298.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kennedy Hooded Top" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIvezmUMCkcyYv-K42U3x4cX4sIOOX3xEdZA_cdn5XcWnxOdPluFZ0xFj97mnD6VodrqNZWlmj5xrLDv-4U9H61kX_BHq4NPWValfB4bHa_nFoblfCBikdnKzLu7PC8UDKsR8DgQWht1g_2KKE3wsLHBr7KNJuyD4tReRaX_s1sgFTq0haOT7v7w-4XeI/w300-h400/IMG_3298.HEIC" width="300" /></a></div><p>I chose a quilted nylon fabric that I bought at Jo-Ann's, of all places. They had a few different colors and you could buy the same fabric in a non-quilted version. At the time I bought (in the spring I think) they were running low on the un-quilted stuff in blue, so I bought some additional yardage in pink. I used the pink as the lining for the hood and the secret pocket. Everything else is lined with the solid blue.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcaSDzHwJLY825eqTwSrmae03OWuK5STON5UbkETghkzunFd_ztjx1fSFxYxEQn2epfqyN03MI4_rVraCWW8-GbSRnkojMg5fJHbtw-afHWmEftFxrGifYzTA5T3qMJaBjTHEgWS8yOYOdxn0naY23tiPh2dNAY0CBJAIggSSe8YJ3ADomfUEmcfcbSaE/s4032/IMG_3317.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kennedy Hooded Top" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcaSDzHwJLY825eqTwSrmae03OWuK5STON5UbkETghkzunFd_ztjx1fSFxYxEQn2epfqyN03MI4_rVraCWW8-GbSRnkojMg5fJHbtw-afHWmEftFxrGifYzTA5T3qMJaBjTHEgWS8yOYOdxn0naY23tiPh2dNAY0CBJAIggSSe8YJ3ADomfUEmcfcbSaE/w480-h640/IMG_3317.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><p>The lining was necessary because the quilted nylon was not double-sided. The back side was simply the batting. The Kennedy is NOT DRAFTED WITH A LINING (only the hood is lined). I used my best judgement for how to cover the batting. In some cases it's underlined, some parts were fully lined, etc. Again, no full tutorial here. To finish the hem, I bound it with bias. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnLIfDFlNFB1Fc80b9Xndq18M8AOc8xd8r-avSu_03lLCC2JPLR0DIZuBSc0GJM4-89xULIOksy-WiOWaIXO6XbLlRszbGP6rRXfevpmvbizpur4V9XpNDQDvw00BVEc_QKXCPeRp84vc-s14y5xIaYxlatykNvNhO7dJrmQlqiuxIpzU752Y3g9TC9bY/s4032/IMG_3327.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kennedy Hooded Top" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhnLIfDFlNFB1Fc80b9Xndq18M8AOc8xd8r-avSu_03lLCC2JPLR0DIZuBSc0GJM4-89xULIOksy-WiOWaIXO6XbLlRszbGP6rRXfevpmvbizpur4V9XpNDQDvw00BVEc_QKXCPeRp84vc-s14y5xIaYxlatykNvNhO7dJrmQlqiuxIpzU752Y3g9TC9bY/w480-h640/IMG_3327.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><p>I installed KAM snaps to the cuffs and white 1" Dritz eyelets on the hood. I haven't put any snaps on the placket because the KAM snaps looked too small. We'll see what kind of closure happens there (if any).</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgheAP-DWMqMYZ7WdB9cTbtQMzojeQ1BEZKN-wFo1WsHp8Z5bfSc6QqHBf4piJK6w58Gq8R_YbB-vReChyphenhyphen5ospqdLwCIYLE6LsmGFC4N0NtqwGAkW_YgiNj-C5KicPsNV1pS7MngxjFgoEaMkQnBqmOZJYMf_X6-NFQa0qdSf8rJqE1V1ZD7T5bLAGe638/s4032/IMG_3333.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kennedy Hooded Top" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgheAP-DWMqMYZ7WdB9cTbtQMzojeQ1BEZKN-wFo1WsHp8Z5bfSc6QqHBf4piJK6w58Gq8R_YbB-vReChyphenhyphen5ospqdLwCIYLE6LsmGFC4N0NtqwGAkW_YgiNj-C5KicPsNV1pS7MngxjFgoEaMkQnBqmOZJYMf_X6-NFQa0qdSf8rJqE1V1ZD7T5bLAGe638/w480-h640/IMG_3333.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><p>My hoodie is not packable like the Free People inspo, but I'm also not a backpacker, so probably it does not matter. It IS lightweight and I'm not going to count on it keeping me warm in sub-zero temps. Mostly the quilting/puffer aspect is A LOOK. If it keeps the wind off on a 50 degree hike, I'll be happy.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeYdv58h41vO9A_HZ0aB4HviB7wycU0-A4c-6XUPqRUOKeWxkspeIQHMvVmZwfqfZF7fBpF6Hf13MDxSmFi49x9FXAqsPaPKzAII2IkSYSnNP80B7kbLXyYlvcGrllVelkF6hcsGjvx9utsY7p0Pw6ieaO15z2lz1B3mi45I8wumLxTNBaPF02tSge_aM/s4032/IMG_3304.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kennedy Hooded Top" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgeYdv58h41vO9A_HZ0aB4HviB7wycU0-A4c-6XUPqRUOKeWxkspeIQHMvVmZwfqfZF7fBpF6Hf13MDxSmFi49x9FXAqsPaPKzAII2IkSYSnNP80B7kbLXyYlvcGrllVelkF6hcsGjvx9utsY7p0Pw6ieaO15z2lz1B3mi45I8wumLxTNBaPF02tSge_aM/w480-h640/IMG_3304.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><p>It seems like oversized, boxy or cocoon puffers/sherpa hoodies are all the rage right now. Will you be hopping on to this trend?</p>110 Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12740139592563988097noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733005898566155607.post-51231578903203207352023-10-31T10:54:00.002-04:002023-10-31T10:54:54.436-04:00A Princess Bride Halloween<p><i>This post contains affiliate links. Thank you for supporting my blog!</i></p><p>The Princess Bride is in my Top Five movie list (along with Goodwill Hunting, Lord of the Rings, Moonrise Kingdom, and a revolving door of comedies). I have wavy blond hair and a tall, dark and handsome husband, and I've wanted to do Buttercup and Westley costumes forever. My dream finally came true!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsd9yteMacZU-AOGz8dmshSo3JfS3xomXN9R0r0m_Wo3Z9c1c8Uws0BbgVLDVms89bEe-rY9NynYNS89Q85P16siLchyxRrDKPUL0hc75rVN9gSlMpmuoJ0pHzNS4pZYLwuHwIkhAg9whRpcrtmvimHsEyF507mlinXOzYCM9QAUgztFQYuNpnTXxODfM/s1500/Princess%20Bride.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Buttercup Westley costumes" border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1000" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsd9yteMacZU-AOGz8dmshSo3JfS3xomXN9R0r0m_Wo3Z9c1c8Uws0BbgVLDVms89bEe-rY9NynYNS89Q85P16siLchyxRrDKPUL0hc75rVN9gSlMpmuoJ0pHzNS4pZYLwuHwIkhAg9whRpcrtmvimHsEyF507mlinXOzYCM9QAUgztFQYuNpnTXxODfM/w426-h640/Princess%20Bride.png" title="Princess Bride Halloween" width="426" /></a></div><p>My youngest daughter wanted to be involved in the "family costume" so I told her she could be a miniature Buttercup if she wanted. She agreed, and yeah, it's pretty darn cute to see her paired with my husband.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZzH8B1FiNrVfV7QvO3SOaOcblJ1qQj22JP7EsZqNQSDAzIFI7bPKqCw4cxg1TO5Ljhf_fGCowI2rVwCqs2TtLdmZHyHOxECDNYcMzoJcHR8JHs_vjLUwkHNy06kQjBZA-6xNWkcRolfM5vUAHGh7vfatwqwQA1PfeTT2koy5Se2odNndXeWDrt7enGjo/s790/IMG_3076%20Copy.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Buttercup Westley costumes" border="0" data-original-height="790" data-original-width="663" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZzH8B1FiNrVfV7QvO3SOaOcblJ1qQj22JP7EsZqNQSDAzIFI7bPKqCw4cxg1TO5Ljhf_fGCowI2rVwCqs2TtLdmZHyHOxECDNYcMzoJcHR8JHs_vjLUwkHNy06kQjBZA-6xNWkcRolfM5vUAHGh7vfatwqwQA1PfeTT2koy5Se2odNndXeWDrt7enGjo/w336-h400/IMG_3076%20Copy.JPG" title="Princess Bride Halloween" width="336" /></a></div><p>My middle daughter took some wheedling, but she said she would dress up as miniature Westley once, for a Trunk or Treat event.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9_Tevf-uDKUFnhRhaKv3mYDAuDk_NZ2iO_Xg_k6xAmc4weKwxM_W2HiMUfmCKAlY67ErhqNeyO5UTXqDiNjDXwpemKT_S0BoC9b5I9CvaBzf67k2xl6BIPkqpXXbCuYekRSV37kJWY3JOuan1TZFwtmJInx36eiSNqE9HtyU04QWSyKNQSMznOVH6zK8/s4032/IMG_3093.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Westley costume" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9_Tevf-uDKUFnhRhaKv3mYDAuDk_NZ2iO_Xg_k6xAmc4weKwxM_W2HiMUfmCKAlY67ErhqNeyO5UTXqDiNjDXwpemKT_S0BoC9b5I9CvaBzf67k2xl6BIPkqpXXbCuYekRSV37kJWY3JOuan1TZFwtmJInx36eiSNqE9HtyU04QWSyKNQSMznOVH6zK8/w300-h400/IMG_3093.HEIC" title="Princess Bride Halloween" width="300" /></a></div><p>My oldest daughter is a tween and therefore too cool for us, so she did not participate. Give me another five years and I may convince all of them to be Vizzini, Inigo, and Fezzick.</p><p>I had a lot of fun making costumes and decorations for our Fire Swamp Trunk or Treat. I found a post on Pinterest of a <a href="https://purplepatchparties.blogspot.com/2014/09/the-princess-bride-backyard-movie-night.html" target="_blank">Princess Bride party</a>, and it gave me a lot of good ideas for our Trunk or Treat stuff.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPAifakUBl8DyGNtnB2hyphenhyphenxPNyyGOxeQimNWTZtIofEwwRhkpX7mpilQRXO6xNIajO0jIFLyskrAT4PCkUUgGsVvHEGJsMSL37bl89kjwlcmMQtkdwGdkl_bFPuVthEaQ06RLdy-lZJZNxgpsOVS8Rqm6wTmjQLdi-4cWuIaDQoNNmDHkgXPQXi1NRHzME/s4032/IMG_3107.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Princess Bride Trunk or Treat" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPAifakUBl8DyGNtnB2hyphenhyphenxPNyyGOxeQimNWTZtIofEwwRhkpX7mpilQRXO6xNIajO0jIFLyskrAT4PCkUUgGsVvHEGJsMSL37bl89kjwlcmMQtkdwGdkl_bFPuVthEaQ06RLdy-lZJZNxgpsOVS8Rqm6wTmjQLdi-4cWuIaDQoNNmDHkgXPQXi1NRHzME/w300-h400/IMG_3107.HEIC" title="Princess Bride Halloween" width="300" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDaWEYqP2inWMWhXwRoBmEnzRLKUR_1gvXQEOB5M0hJZDoW7pujWzTNb5iT-rypM9r60Ql2EF2M94O2yzLVg2bU7xzbaqn2jQP9YoS3n83q5TXzzV6vxqVe8QoQGPCgc4qK-xoTaEuJlGx1MyjT4etSt7HOL6yS3De1O97tgUca61E8LsnnVK8RUidClk/s4032/IMG_3108.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Princess Bride Trunk or Treat" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDaWEYqP2inWMWhXwRoBmEnzRLKUR_1gvXQEOB5M0hJZDoW7pujWzTNb5iT-rypM9r60Ql2EF2M94O2yzLVg2bU7xzbaqn2jQP9YoS3n83q5TXzzV6vxqVe8QoQGPCgc4qK-xoTaEuJlGx1MyjT4etSt7HOL6yS3De1O97tgUca61E8LsnnVK8RUidClk/w300-h400/IMG_3108.HEIC" title="Princess Bride Halloween" width="300" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgu2Esc0VQN440DaNj6bKYkyYa5LCGPdeMXZmDIiV_LVziReiJk245x6vA9ZFN5xbTA99h-bOogl4-a2A5WPHmUxXYEf7tpOwB-Yj-6y1Bd4Utk0pWQW0vCwJ3CxVBJ9NXdda9lvl_p30RSSjZ64iDpjiktc6Gt0Fm13s1iCgytFpipuRxgrdfUFUJbzsA/s4032/IMG_3109.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Princess Bride Trunk or Treat" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgu2Esc0VQN440DaNj6bKYkyYa5LCGPdeMXZmDIiV_LVziReiJk245x6vA9ZFN5xbTA99h-bOogl4-a2A5WPHmUxXYEf7tpOwB-Yj-6y1Bd4Utk0pWQW0vCwJ3CxVBJ9NXdda9lvl_p30RSSjZ64iDpjiktc6Gt0Fm13s1iCgytFpipuRxgrdfUFUJbzsA/w300-h400/IMG_3109.HEIC" title="Princess Bride Halloween" width="300" /></a></div><p>Unfortunately for us, the three judges had never seen The Princess Bride (how???) so of course we did not win. Their loss.</p><p>Here are the details on our costumes:</p><p>Adult Buttercup: <a href="https://www.ninalee.co.uk/" target="_blank">Nina Lee Patterns</a> <a href="https://www.ninalee.co.uk/products/mayfair-pdf-sewing-pattern?_pos=1&_sid=92e26fa94&_ss=r" target="_blank">Mayfair Dress</a>. I hacked the sleeve and added two elastic casings.</p><p>Mini Buttercup: <a href="https://peekaboopatternshop.com/?aff=162" target="_blank">Peek-a-Boo Pattern Shop</a> <a href="https://peekaboopatternshop.com/practical-princess-dress-pattern/?=aff162" target="_blank">Practical Princess Dress</a>. I hacked the bodice to copy the Mayfair Dress and hacked the sleeve (sleeve hacks are explained in more detail in my saved stories on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/110creations" target="_blank">Instagram</a>)</p><p>Fabric for Buttercup dresses: <a href="https://lafinchfabrics.myshopify.com/products/100-cotton-jersey-red-t-shirt-knit-solid-sold-by-the-yard?_pos=4&_sid=393ddfd8b&_ss=r" target="_blank">cotton jersey</a> from <a href="https://lafinchfabrics.myshopify.com/" target="_blank">LA Finch Fabrics</a></p><p>Trim for Buttercup belt: <a href="https://www.joann.com/search/?q=red+and+gold+trim&lang=default" target="_blank">Jo-Ann Fabrics</a> (adult Buttercup is two pieces of trim sewn together to be twice as tall)</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhi_1vo3w7Q60tBncZK9YZ5UFCib5AzK7MAhJ-DXjyUqcfjOgJWuCJEhuvAI3S-AXSS220ltGWvgL0zfbeOyUXmycbasmbg1wh-Wc3SKA8QraxJZeG545yI3A4kGmbIdro8hpw4UU82VqwF0_Z5GFlqbj7vIPr-zO4LOhk79XZ7dau5cRPgoHNKi1hjkgs/s4032/IMG_2900.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Buttercup head snood DIY" border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="240" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhi_1vo3w7Q60tBncZK9YZ5UFCib5AzK7MAhJ-DXjyUqcfjOgJWuCJEhuvAI3S-AXSS220ltGWvgL0zfbeOyUXmycbasmbg1wh-Wc3SKA8QraxJZeG545yI3A4kGmbIdro8hpw4UU82VqwF0_Z5GFlqbj7vIPr-zO4LOhk79XZ7dau5cRPgoHNKi1hjkgs/w320-h240/IMG_2900.HEIC" title="Princess Bride Halloween" width="320" /></a></div><p>Adult Buttercup snood: hand-sewn by me roughly using <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9cHf1M8IWJo" target="_blank">this tutorial from YouTube</a>, materials from Jo-Ann's</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTuWzjwoxdtX2xoQ2NsyOEuoillrNTn4vtwA_ABKyAUP4r7Jv93Cp91TzIYvqmTQdy98JcGDf8LFIuizDBjrjePxmSClO7ltCXeCp75y3AkwTAcoNoIdKF9rrH0xrN0AZogIXaoT7n3KhsJulLIuZbejmC0rCeYGibHmCrincv1JmL6aBRUDSaUV39In0/s3088/IMG_2908.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Buttercup boots Halloween" border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTuWzjwoxdtX2xoQ2NsyOEuoillrNTn4vtwA_ABKyAUP4r7Jv93Cp91TzIYvqmTQdy98JcGDf8LFIuizDBjrjePxmSClO7ltCXeCp75y3AkwTAcoNoIdKF9rrH0xrN0AZogIXaoT7n3KhsJulLIuZbejmC0rCeYGibHmCrincv1JmL6aBRUDSaUV39In0/w300-h400/IMG_2908.HEIC" title="Princess Bride Halloween" width="300" /></a></div><p>Adult Buttercup boots: <a href="https://www.ebay.com/itm/111385414183?var=416052989491&hash=item19ef168a27:g:E-kAAOSw4qZd1Fo7&amdata=enc%3AAQAIAAAA8D%2FjbJ4rLa5F4kLKSne2qH166VFNFEE6WODEfABDdmRnnW36wa41eODWk5phJzPgg9VYFp5dKvj2vQTmLLWGdtR2h1GE4NN4%2FCPpo%2F9XkYLVJr%2FF8xvtDMfwYKiyp8yxjl0Fuo9MypSwvnXLnV3v4JP%2FE1PYfS5Dgv3idkHlLsdqgzglGAUr2WcioThfr9g1x73qZ6NfxCNjOosZ%2FYzUm2siltodfBqt2MZcGh8aoN7rphNEcMd%2BP82GRz1ttXYqU4GIClgtDy1BJTW%2BwsN0icsLVrPF6xS8DqNLfFxdx95UFGonJqiyZ%2BNvTXhywah2kw%3D%3D%7Ctkp%3ABFBMnrWE4fBi" target="_blank">Ebay</a> (these were pretty comfortable but did scuff easily)</p><p>Mini Buttercup wig: Wal-Mart</p><p>Buttercup headbands: <a href="https://amzn.to/3Qirj7Y" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p><p>Westley shirt: <a href="https://amzn.to/3QCzL3k" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p><p>Mini Westley outfit: all black stuff from home, belt made by me ages ago for a pirate costume</p><p>two Westley swords: Party City and Spirit Halloween</p><p>Westley head wraps: These are black stretch poly satin from Jo-Ann's. I found a <a href="https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07XPSN71X/ref=twister_B0BR3ZZ2JW" target="_blank">similar one from Amazon</a> and just cut the dimensions the same. I did not even bother to hem.</p><p>Adult Westley mask: <a href="https://amzn.to/3FGgFDe" target="_blank">Amazon</a></p><p>This will definitely be a Halloween to remember!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR7xnacn4jbnkx5NYGl7nGCRi08miJddUYsyveVFIhjkfhk0xlkF8b5rA3Mksc17EuyVzoSPuJ54FlEYpQL7-8ADWMtXOcijqLW_OPsKcaERcet3F3XKKiLLAHMZrLTHBwxhJapi1_B_K9-MecADeZdq-_aeF0uUCGSCUzu6D6KYIBmIRve6RTRhP2P9Q/s4032/IMG_3092.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Buttercup Westley costumes" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR7xnacn4jbnkx5NYGl7nGCRi08miJddUYsyveVFIhjkfhk0xlkF8b5rA3Mksc17EuyVzoSPuJ54FlEYpQL7-8ADWMtXOcijqLW_OPsKcaERcet3F3XKKiLLAHMZrLTHBwxhJapi1_B_K9-MecADeZdq-_aeF0uUCGSCUzu6D6KYIBmIRve6RTRhP2P9Q/w300-h400/IMG_3092.HEIC" title="Princess Bride Halloween" width="300" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Planning a handmade holiday season? Stay organized with the <a href="https://payhip.com/b/o0rFv" target="_blank">Handmade Holiday Planner</a>!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://payhip.com/b/o0rFv" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="2000" height="256" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxVr5JJ5OiViBHv1v3Ru_k51iLYQwvPcM2ylJFIKSy40aBSnKJvHajOc-UhUF3XMz4koH1VQnhJcg2zfuIzyZ5UHSCIrh6WbSuDGxjEDl_jG_3WzbStKRo_NHD6-ZUWr3qxo7uyQxji-jnAeOZZuVETeeLZf00rTQQBW_3hPEanjsR344huxF5kTUUG80/s320/CTA%20holiday%20planner.png" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div>110 Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12740139592563988097noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733005898566155607.post-59191631602759936112023-09-21T12:11:00.000-04:002023-09-21T12:11:50.643-04:00Foxy Patterns Emma TrousersIf you've ever done pattern testing, then you've probably felt that feeling of "thank goodness I'm done with this, I can't wait to move on". But when I tested the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/1571702787/emma-trousers-digital-sewing-pattern-pdf?click_key=59f35ca2f5b8e801dfdbe9c87f105073baf0ad02%3A1571702787&click_sum=fb56a178&ref=shop_home_active_1" target="_blank">Emma Trousers</a> from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/il-en/shop/FoxySewingPatterns" target="_blank">Foxy Patterns</a>, all I wanted to do was make a second pair! (And TBH, I had the same feeling when I tested her first pattern, the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/1526090947/madison-blouse-digital-sewing-pattern?click_key=0cd9189be49ceb137ab6b99678cc9d38f3d0fa47%3A1526090947&click_sum=df61b973&ref=shop_home_active_1&crt=1" target="_blank">Madison Blouse</a>.) Here is my first pair of Emmas!<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOYN77yhDOArNB6E2qQDjZ0v9nfjcz5QgU8_rmYYEGSgmY5MKgdZIKJvRsIzeCbhDMdNb-16sQUAzkeWhr6JPT84OaRZTNSlEUeGGf0N6ba2MR7BmDZEcAqCDlJjuqmy52a3HKKJg7z37V-4macRKVHi3CgKy0vMg1eweQuPanfA6NaKYlNcb2ZCvz9iA/s3910/IMG_1622.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Emma Trousers" border="0" data-original-height="3910" data-original-width="2933" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOYN77yhDOArNB6E2qQDjZ0v9nfjcz5QgU8_rmYYEGSgmY5MKgdZIKJvRsIzeCbhDMdNb-16sQUAzkeWhr6JPT84OaRZTNSlEUeGGf0N6ba2MR7BmDZEcAqCDlJjuqmy52a3HKKJg7z37V-4macRKVHi3CgKy0vMg1eweQuPanfA6NaKYlNcb2ZCvz9iA/w480-h640/IMG_1622.jpg" title="Foxy Patterns Emma Trousers" width="480" /></a></div><div><div><br /></div><div>The Emma Trouser is a high-waisted pant with front and back yokes. It is meant for non-stretch woven fabrics and it comes with two leg options (slim and ankle length, or wide and full length). There is a curved or straight waistband (!!) and it's available in waist size 23"-55".</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXaYMOJK08d4UCRdf6yUu__9TBHGDbmgvaATjXQlJ6nGTdfI8iqsX2E8a4WBK04QIZTheCG7dR9HQQEKITyG2SArvHXTjlJLV_RH69F1NdVJQoCRsFsyIV_wNo8iGmiqHn4c_vr5b3FxnLfJSM2yLHhSivyVZgACpNud2XzgkbhD5BsFq9DZskb8BAUPk/s3919/IMG_1620.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Foxy Patterns Emma Trousers" border="0" data-original-height="3919" data-original-width="2939" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXaYMOJK08d4UCRdf6yUu__9TBHGDbmgvaATjXQlJ6nGTdfI8iqsX2E8a4WBK04QIZTheCG7dR9HQQEKITyG2SArvHXTjlJLV_RH69F1NdVJQoCRsFsyIV_wNo8iGmiqHn4c_vr5b3FxnLfJSM2yLHhSivyVZgACpNud2XzgkbhD5BsFq9DZskb8BAUPk/w300-h400/IMG_1620.jpg" title="Foxy Patterns Emma Trousers" width="300" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>Sandra at Foxy Patterns has dubbed these "trousers", but to me they are solidly in the "jeans" category, especially in the slim leg. The wide leg was added after testing, so I might change my mind if I sewed that view.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcjVl3QBMbW3ACETWpOSgC3xoDIPi1QV2VJN5Odjf_pkCTRR_8vdDIDaoLB4eKX8bY5YeD_PxxMzzu40a51egh3fFxIp4B9y0a99S6ArmWVMuD0fh-t7TlGklb19Z3oxi1wf0kN7evViKueqWLOgDbT9KqR5AlRZxzHcLvRZMgUN3FOAd4tGGxrWbx_r8/s4032/IMG_1618.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Foxy Patterns Emma Trousers" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjcjVl3QBMbW3ACETWpOSgC3xoDIPi1QV2VJN5Odjf_pkCTRR_8vdDIDaoLB4eKX8bY5YeD_PxxMzzu40a51egh3fFxIp4B9y0a99S6ArmWVMuD0fh-t7TlGklb19Z3oxi1wf0kN7evViKueqWLOgDbT9KqR5AlRZxzHcLvRZMgUN3FOAd4tGGxrWbx_r8/w300-h400/IMG_1618.HEIC" title="Foxy Patterns Emma Trousers" width="300" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>Please forgive me for making these in black. I know you can't see details and I HATE when people test sew in black. So yeah, I hate myself right now lol. I do not typically buy non-stretch denim, so this cut was all I had that worked. It is from <a href="https://weare.thefabricstoreonline.com/" target="_blank">The Fabric Store Online</a> (super old) and it has a slight stretch to it (didn't affect my sizing I don't think).</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVgpbpiSScT40bOydx6MFxnycgtZ6obEOMu7Vxh5Me5UAVj8XYlTC6vVlfd7xrL9FB4k2raqzYGqmOohqkykWaLROsFLRWWO6dogvLwxxmv8ambvdnnYUpvibCBo0yV0GarXhJuW98nToBY8G6vHsle4_XRFcCtzyK7eTqQUqC5InViW86bc0tdLCJSOk/s3927/IMG_1613.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Foxy Patterns Emma Trousers" border="0" data-original-height="3927" data-original-width="2945" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVgpbpiSScT40bOydx6MFxnycgtZ6obEOMu7Vxh5Me5UAVj8XYlTC6vVlfd7xrL9FB4k2raqzYGqmOohqkykWaLROsFLRWWO6dogvLwxxmv8ambvdnnYUpvibCBo0yV0GarXhJuW98nToBY8G6vHsle4_XRFcCtzyK7eTqQUqC5InViW86bc0tdLCJSOk/w300-h400/IMG_1613.jpg" title="Foxy Patterns Emma Trousers" width="300" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>This is my test pair, and so there were changes made to the drafting after I sewed these. Namely, the hip curve was lessened (I have already changed it on my pair) and the curved waistband option was added to the pattern. Working with Sandra is such a joy; she is SO receptive to feedback from all her testers and includes us in troubleshooting. I did use my own curved waistband pattern (more on that in another post) but when I compared mine to the pattern's they were very close.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgf6MCY6NrF48Dv6b5_-PerVy3DsDPVtOlC_6VAqbK2fa0ZEzbxnmkvt9nev8D8p8oUnRrtcsLwNqjkK8VkZcBHFjw8JbR0SBewk821aSpq1uBDLd7Zh5ci7VJY23P1oGKMOwL605We31dvtTXnLTodEJI8WcVYfFYqP6KStzQlNn8c0U8Q-UTvbXBEAI8/s3903/IMG_1614.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Foxy Patterns Emma Trousers" border="0" data-original-height="3903" data-original-width="2927" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgf6MCY6NrF48Dv6b5_-PerVy3DsDPVtOlC_6VAqbK2fa0ZEzbxnmkvt9nev8D8p8oUnRrtcsLwNqjkK8VkZcBHFjw8JbR0SBewk821aSpq1uBDLd7Zh5ci7VJY23P1oGKMOwL605We31dvtTXnLTodEJI8WcVYfFYqP6KStzQlNn8c0U8Q-UTvbXBEAI8/w300-h400/IMG_1614.jpg" title="Foxy Patterns Emma Trousers" width="300" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>I made a size 8 hip grading to a 6 in the waist. From what I could tell during testing, fit was pretty spot-on for a non-stretch pant. They are surprisingly comfortable too!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhecccNluD7AFt_8zpgwhiLkep690WiCv3i_w-66kFTsm340qbG65qDw_Xqb3bty7-bRqNRPquru4x23SejoP7SLOiGubf2OG_p2lej4rSakPYXMuFwdvsNGj8B6uxOUqquyuFruRVQ47xN8LhnhyhT-SRVKh4xg45Q91xyvJx8cBvvTSyIWFUmOhms4cs/s4032/IMG_1627.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Foxy Patterns Emma Trousers" border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhecccNluD7AFt_8zpgwhiLkep690WiCv3i_w-66kFTsm340qbG65qDw_Xqb3bty7-bRqNRPquru4x23SejoP7SLOiGubf2OG_p2lej4rSakPYXMuFwdvsNGj8B6uxOUqquyuFruRVQ47xN8LhnhyhT-SRVKh4xg45Q91xyvJx8cBvvTSyIWFUmOhms4cs/w400-h300/IMG_1627.jpg" title="Foxy Patterns Emma Trousers" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Beautiful floral lawn from <a href="https://lafinchfabrics.myshopify.com/" target="_blank">LA Finch Fabrics</a></i></div><div><br /></div><div>I did alter the order/method of construction for finishing the waistband. I much prefer to sew bias tape to the inner waistband facing and then secure from the right side with topstitching. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmayDSOn4cwtDYgVPcKwkqQjiMVUMMVvXgw8-3_kdoU34LDRGeiIDe4LG0ZPWyzUfD4M43f_FrqiMP8v4sP5cOQ0E-vtVzhOqfYTlxy-4mCq6XMcc54s2JLuvmXkhIZCUKajgK-8hUrpsjRs7QLDBWfk6sqW51uiistBkX5ZyQeHXPOOLd_2ni2IIbD3k/s4032/IMG_1626.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Foxy Patterns Emma Trousers" border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmayDSOn4cwtDYgVPcKwkqQjiMVUMMVvXgw8-3_kdoU34LDRGeiIDe4LG0ZPWyzUfD4M43f_FrqiMP8v4sP5cOQ0E-vtVzhOqfYTlxy-4mCq6XMcc54s2JLuvmXkhIZCUKajgK-8hUrpsjRs7QLDBWfk6sqW51uiistBkX5ZyQeHXPOOLd_2ni2IIbD3k/w400-h300/IMG_1626.jpg" title="Foxy Patterns Emma Trousers" width="400" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPp9DZt_lNVSlJqOJLtTZNNJ0AYPAQdqQyf2xE4FD-dWI-_y9TuHAmLVHd9TlDtAuqBcxvutYD7fGL24cUPhcaJY_vww189bDucWny9Y9LZpp9LILgWaXnH6KD3lG8_G5oA2T-68qWCGXQwHVvS42E1XGlunmHwzEtYd1tjBT-523AyI4kbbjVlxWn2wg/s4032/IMG_1625.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Foxy Patterns Emma Trousers" border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPp9DZt_lNVSlJqOJLtTZNNJ0AYPAQdqQyf2xE4FD-dWI-_y9TuHAmLVHd9TlDtAuqBcxvutYD7fGL24cUPhcaJY_vww189bDucWny9Y9LZpp9LILgWaXnH6KD3lG8_G5oA2T-68qWCGXQwHVvS42E1XGlunmHwzEtYd1tjBT-523AyI4kbbjVlxWn2wg/w400-h300/IMG_1625.jpg" title="Foxy Patterns Emma Trousers" width="400" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><div>My pants are also not hemmed yet, I want to wash them a few times to get all the shrinkage out.</div><div><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJRUH-E9BBVQwShR0qHlQ1SlQ7tzeImF2rHd0m-48mk4Eus5JX84YGPUMmEdXF2r_46r_aRVbaW39Xy0mEcMgLOMXutJLGvMGDs3Ms3rqYJPP4BlMgKEB5o9dUGYdmMia76IaUaWejLmyB_jngMv6uX6Mn-uM4n_pR1Vv8vre3xmtpy79jIFRLsmCQ0iA/s4032/IMG_1621.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Foxy Patterns Emma Trousers" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJRUH-E9BBVQwShR0qHlQ1SlQ7tzeImF2rHd0m-48mk4Eus5JX84YGPUMmEdXF2r_46r_aRVbaW39Xy0mEcMgLOMXutJLGvMGDs3Ms3rqYJPP4BlMgKEB5o9dUGYdmMia76IaUaWejLmyB_jngMv6uX6Mn-uM4n_pR1Vv8vre3xmtpy79jIFRLsmCQ0iA/w480-h640/IMG_1621.HEIC" title="Foxy Patterns Emma Trousers" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>This top is a cropped <a href="https://www.allieolson.com/products/kila-tank" target="_blank">Kila Tank</a> in hemp jersey</i></div><div><br /></div><div>I made a second pair of Emma Trousers from a very stretchy light-wash denim from <a href="https://califabrics.com/" target="_blank">Cali Fabrics</a>. I'll drop a photo here but please be aware that these are WAY WAY different from the drafted pattern, and should not be taken as an example! I'll probably share these in a separate post.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibWohKnEFnlf4BeZXWruQJP8ZXwXEgmr6lu1tinFYfKj6alt8EmCnsaozkYeqQf_vrHnSTD5npeQvI0VIZqSv9lYOKCmesE7kP9_1C8hj4CEmZDUrB99VMyi2dtoo05L0RsUidIMNfejgJNp1j57qkjW-uN1glCxJfw7g_6q2RddhbwFDtDiQtafLfcBo/s4032/IMG_1990.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibWohKnEFnlf4BeZXWruQJP8ZXwXEgmr6lu1tinFYfKj6alt8EmCnsaozkYeqQf_vrHnSTD5npeQvI0VIZqSv9lYOKCmesE7kP9_1C8hj4CEmZDUrB99VMyi2dtoo05L0RsUidIMNfejgJNp1j57qkjW-uN1glCxJfw7g_6q2RddhbwFDtDiQtafLfcBo/w480-h640/IMG_1990.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>This top is a <a href="https://fridaypatterncompany.com/products/donny-shirt-pdf-pattern" target="_blank">Donny</a> from Friday Pattern Company</i></div><div><br /></div><div>Congratulations Sandra on a <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/1571702787/emma-trousers-digital-sewing-pattern-pdf?click_key=59f35ca2f5b8e801dfdbe9c87f105073baf0ad02%3A1571702787&click_sum=fb56a178&ref=shop_home_active_1" target="_blank">great new pattern</a>! I'm excited to try the wide leg version now, too!</div></div>110 Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12740139592563988097noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733005898566155607.post-41057195407699579212023-08-10T09:44:00.000-04:002023-08-10T09:44:51.411-04:00Sew DIY Eva Crop and SundressJuly landed me solidly in two different pattern tests at the same time. The first was the <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Cu4tiYlOIlf/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==" target="_blank">Madison Blouse</a> (not blogged yet, I want to make it again from the final pattern), and the second was the <a href="https://www.sewdiy.com/shop/eva-tops-sundress-pdf-sewing-pattern" target="_blank">Eva from Sew DIY Patterns</a>. All versions of Eva have a super cool lace up back that I love!<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSpo2Qg5rx9K8iqQkSKuiRdc42IvBYKdka0-HE72-EbiG_mrft2MAGUKOhryWPgeVw7s-ZOeAMw5qzKvov_uoAnWl_JYwagNjVlHKT_RGFPlYiguQZS3lzCd_y80gavduFtSADBG47yDUQ5DHcl8Xoh5TTJLWIal6YQeWPgOSmOWAxjUssjxk3_xv7mM4/s4032/IMG_0917.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Eva Dress from Sew DIY" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSpo2Qg5rx9K8iqQkSKuiRdc42IvBYKdka0-HE72-EbiG_mrft2MAGUKOhryWPgeVw7s-ZOeAMw5qzKvov_uoAnWl_JYwagNjVlHKT_RGFPlYiguQZS3lzCd_y80gavduFtSADBG47yDUQ5DHcl8Xoh5TTJLWIal6YQeWPgOSmOWAxjUssjxk3_xv7mM4/w480-h640/IMG_0917.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div><div><br /></div><div>Eva can be a crop top, a top with a peplum, or a dress with a skirt and ruffle. Bust sizing is from 30.5"-60.5", with 3 cup options. My bust is 33" and I made a size 6 in an A/B cup. I used a <a href="https://www.lafinchfabrics.com/products/designer-deadstock-floral-double-border-rayon-challis-woven-sold-by-the-yard?_pos=1&_sid=e5032837d&_ss=r" target="_blank">double border rayon challis</a> from LA Finch Fabrics.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyN9Q45EgErj9z3C89wvxpT8tkXsV0QB3WK_-qGMHuz898SlObcIzaaSaRzhmmqVbNmLbzsfzwzTiaa6cxN2YM0CPf3hZJRzmUl6Rfwjb8Ph9rXlT5gl7MZjpx_D-rsB76to1wWaCvEBgaQdvNA1OVexaM84Jg9_mVlrJ3a0NG1l5dz1KJpc8nleRItKY/s4032/IMG_0940.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Eva Dress from Sew DIY" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyN9Q45EgErj9z3C89wvxpT8tkXsV0QB3WK_-qGMHuz898SlObcIzaaSaRzhmmqVbNmLbzsfzwzTiaa6cxN2YM0CPf3hZJRzmUl6Rfwjb8Ph9rXlT5gl7MZjpx_D-rsB76to1wWaCvEBgaQdvNA1OVexaM84Jg9_mVlrJ3a0NG1l5dz1KJpc8nleRItKY/w480-h640/IMG_0940.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div>Eva is interesting because there are only two pattern pieces, and everything else is a rectangle. There is a big ole chart that gives the dimensions of the back pieces, the skirt, the peplum, etc. There is also a page to print to fill in the dimensions for your size. These pages are clearly marked in the pattern with a big circle that says "print this page!". I loved it, I thought the pattern was well-organized.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhp85ztTkDlTKDxi6OTkS8UreutbPS7R_IiWVtnnpeeMHAchuTvcLOdLQErSdH-m_gYEBTdM1pn6IYvK1CpI1Dw8yZygkdQQrIW88xZ8Ihe8N7JfRQbaPmoRFNKzoFVg5rffiGZKAZ6OpDn6FwS0tG72497cAH4WpFbJ-eHaiVYdBC5uS7aq31WBfBvpX0/s4032/IMG_0951.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Eva Dress from Sew DIY" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhp85ztTkDlTKDxi6OTkS8UreutbPS7R_IiWVtnnpeeMHAchuTvcLOdLQErSdH-m_gYEBTdM1pn6IYvK1CpI1Dw8yZygkdQQrIW88xZ8Ihe8N7JfRQbaPmoRFNKzoFVg5rffiGZKAZ6OpDn6FwS0tG72497cAH4WpFbJ-eHaiVYdBC5uS7aq31WBfBvpX0/w480-h640/IMG_0951.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div>I highly recommend making a muslin of the bodice. The pattern directions walk you through the process way more explicitly than I've seen other patterns do. Eva does have flexibility in the fit because of the back. The back has two side panels with an adjustable middle panel. The middle panel has elastic in the top, and a lace-up tie. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNUNMGSocnbld4mL8o7L_eqfJik2yi1ese4VD8FpJT9peETi-59HWK1Z362I19LQ78lbfUJtil0wuQoRN4ZurEhe83n0tGas87jIJ_danxs3DjgYBlNWMHks2XsdRc8XLomMJCURFniJatOqS5VO6L-3DYv-8bHHLywsN7EVUkpWSeL1ai3U8fYYqOa-U/s4032/IMG_0954.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Eva Dress from Sew DIY" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiNUNMGSocnbld4mL8o7L_eqfJik2yi1ese4VD8FpJT9peETi-59HWK1Z362I19LQ78lbfUJtil0wuQoRN4ZurEhe83n0tGas87jIJ_danxs3DjgYBlNWMHks2XsdRc8XLomMJCURFniJatOqS5VO6L-3DYv-8bHHLywsN7EVUkpWSeL1ai3U8fYYqOa-U/w480-h640/IMG_0954.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>The pattern directions are super clear about when to stop and have a fit check. You'll have plenty of opportunities to check the strap length, and to adjust the back panel elastic. The back panel can be tricky since it's, well, on your back, so if you have someone else to help that's a plus. I did it alone though!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7e0bTLOpqzJ_5bRfD5-hkR_tO1glEehYF_RriGo6OS9U-p1feCQEoJkivAwP81jnKu9oTm2mktSu6igkfNu41draobNbXOSTu_6dI4IOkKazMFUlAcSAAoRYpOygMPuWPB5EttOeNsxra7QVjSd6p-R6cnf7RCs03TTE3pTtWRK2qdYy2QiJ82y43OfU/s4032/IMG_0950.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Eva Dress from Sew DIY" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7e0bTLOpqzJ_5bRfD5-hkR_tO1glEehYF_RriGo6OS9U-p1feCQEoJkivAwP81jnKu9oTm2mktSu6igkfNu41draobNbXOSTu_6dI4IOkKazMFUlAcSAAoRYpOygMPuWPB5EttOeNsxra7QVjSd6p-R6cnf7RCs03TTE3pTtWRK2qdYy2QiJ82y43OfU/w480-h640/IMG_0950.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>All the work for this pattern is in the bodice. It's completely finished (except the hem) and then you can decide whether you want it to be a crop top, to have a peplum, a skirt, a skirt+ruffle...really you've got lots of options. Again, these pieces are just rectangles. IMPORTANT to note however; the pattern is drafted for a height of 5'10". This is certainly taller than average, and it's 6" taller than me. I had a chat with the designer (her name is also Beth) during testing about how to adjust the pattern for much shorter heights. I haven't seen a final draft of the pattern so I'm not sure if any of my feedback made it into the directions.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-Gj16okcl3nsTln_a8kiyCmtMN8FKnOKb8A-DQt7TWw0wTdaC5yO34XPpFjD5F3esWuAP56QgoGvPqRgHI-AhNYDqajME2MyeyIs93XXY1dF08xYV-MaSA7Dg9Me_4qYarpO8KcN3S7bt5RBcqy3ZBDmhNVgxGoQYSQ1SAwPjqsZSu65Im3nywEDYIc4/s4032/IMG_0961.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Eva Dress from Sew DIY" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-Gj16okcl3nsTln_a8kiyCmtMN8FKnOKb8A-DQt7TWw0wTdaC5yO34XPpFjD5F3esWuAP56QgoGvPqRgHI-AhNYDqajME2MyeyIs93XXY1dF08xYV-MaSA7Dg9Me_4qYarpO8KcN3S7bt5RBcqy3ZBDmhNVgxGoQYSQ1SAwPjqsZSu65Im3nywEDYIc4/w480-h640/IMG_0961.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div>I wanted to use the border for my ruffle, so I ended up removing 5" from the suggested cut height to accommodate. The skirt portion I shortened by 1". I did not change the bodice length because I have a long torso. The waist seam hits at my natural waist, perhaps just a touch below due to the weight of the skirt pulling it down. If you have an average or short torso you'll need to adjust.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjq59SF05YBQvG41lYGrHPzJtMZVS-xTbXZwZUiySGLWePrTpmJwxJPBKxfabis2BxQMpsbZi1N2PbtJkzEVt17AkTlGtNzAJdwHJW4A1PVxzHyr1Dw-Yvg1uthgwfhIQJ6dX6C22rUWEEsPT6RUlECe_gPHL156gqhkopwXp6UKvjUcxz_eH_WjO45Gq4/s4032/IMG_0962.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Eva Dress from Sew DIY" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjq59SF05YBQvG41lYGrHPzJtMZVS-xTbXZwZUiySGLWePrTpmJwxJPBKxfabis2BxQMpsbZi1N2PbtJkzEVt17AkTlGtNzAJdwHJW4A1PVxzHyr1Dw-Yvg1uthgwfhIQJ6dX6C22rUWEEsPT6RUlECe_gPHL156gqhkopwXp6UKvjUcxz_eH_WjO45Gq4/w480-h640/IMG_0962.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div>This is the perfect sort of dress to throw on and eat tacos. Pull your ties tight in the back on your way out, then eat a ton of food and let them out again. I am wearing mine here with a strapless bra. I found that the straps had a tendency to move around (due to tightening and loosening the tie) and my bra straps were always showing somewhere.</div></div><div><br /></div><div>Thanks to Beth at Sew DIY for choosing me for her test, and for compensating her testers. I was not asked to promote the pattern in any way and all opinions are my own!</div>110 Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12740139592563988097noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733005898566155607.post-86102364292929907902023-08-08T10:36:00.002-04:002023-08-08T10:36:31.308-04:00Why I Chose a Juki MO-2800<p>Have you ever gone to an animal shelter to adopt a kitten or a baleful-eyed dog and been like, "oh my gosh, this is such a big decision, I can't decide, and they are all so adorable!" That's basically what it's like to pick out a second tier sewing machine. </p><p>It's so easy to find a beginner machine. Just go to Amazon and type in "beginner sewing machine" and boom, there's the <a href="https://amzn.to/3Qtx30g" target="_blank">Brother CS-6000i</a>. Type in "beginner serger" and boom, <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Brother-1034D-Thread-Serger-Differential/dp/B0000CBK1L/ref=sr_1_1?crid=28L7AMC70GE5A&keywords=brother+1034d&qid=1691503536&sprefix=brother+1034d%2Caps%2C191&sr=8-1&ufe=app_do%3Aamzn1.fos.ac2169a1-b668-44b9-8bd0-5ec63b24bcb5" target="_blank">Brother 1034-d</a>. A gajillion reviews and YouTube videos and all the info you could possibly need. But picking a SECOND tier machine? That's like picking a kitten.</p><p>Last year, my Brother 1034-d got a little finicky on a paid sewing job, and I had to take it in to the shop. It was the first time it had ever been serviced. It's never quite been the same after that. Last week, I once again broke the timing on it on the last six inches of another paid sewing job. It's a $300-$400 machine, and it just did not make sense to sink $100 into it for service again. I tried fixing it on my own (I've got an <a href="https://www.instagram.com/110creations/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> highlight saved if you need info on the proper way to fix the timing) but honestly, it felt like a waste of time.</p><p>After it broke the first time, I knew its days were numbered and I needed to start looking at an upgrade. But I was completely overwhelmed with options. I've always had Brother machines, but I didn't necessarily want another Brother. People love to talk about their fancy Babylock sergers, but fancy doesn't always mean best. I also did not need a combo machine because I have a dedicated coverstitch.</p><p>My first step was to search <a href="https://sewing.patternreview.com/cgi-bin/fuzzysearch.pl?phrase=serger&name=machine&submit=Search" target="_blank">serger reviews on Pattern Review</a>. I saw a lot of highly rated <a href="https://www.jukihome.com/products/serging.html" target="_blank">Juki machines</a>. I went down the Juki rabbit hole and found three not-beginner sergers that were "reasonably priced" (in quotes because this is entirely subjective) between $1000-$2000 USD. Considering I made a $300 serger last 10 years, that price range seemed pretty acceptable.</p><p>I called the nearest Juki dealer, who is about an hour away. It also happens to be my favorite "local" shop, which carries high end apparel fabrics, indie patterns, sashiko supplies, all kinds of good stuff. They had the three machines I was considering available as floor models for me to try.</p><p>I went to <a href="https://www.thefrenchseam.com/" target="_blank">The French Seam</a> and spent some time with the owner reviewing these three machines:</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9A7MscatzD2YbIvAqtV5l5hjBOmj3lAm9Qy2LEfHoG20-6hWbAvtlJ1tSfI-0qus3EFn2_-tMHurmp_90y2CtMubErM4_o2XFUooAmVmM7suEkJPj1iI-zI0OUhPtmmtxJ7Ng2Nv9vmA6UNsnnAeOjdEZPpz0-TpS5yj46jo_-u4MiAYZpO12yqPMkiQ/s4032/IMG_1423.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Juki MO-1000" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9A7MscatzD2YbIvAqtV5l5hjBOmj3lAm9Qy2LEfHoG20-6hWbAvtlJ1tSfI-0qus3EFn2_-tMHurmp_90y2CtMubErM4_o2XFUooAmVmM7suEkJPj1iI-zI0OUhPtmmtxJ7Ng2Nv9vmA6UNsnnAeOjdEZPpz0-TpS5yj46jo_-u4MiAYZpO12yqPMkiQ/w480-h640/IMG_1423.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><p style="text-align: center;">Juki MO-1000, retail $1300</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCuKcF__qHfkqIXaqsu5Ii9S_hdQ9jCTuSwu-mlOv2Ud-BX0K9JAmRQuZnmjv97KsXMckhY0AIJSfCMk-OVgCyyr_SAB0bEjEIe6z1Ys-qU23El57-BP2XhmwadolWDZyIBmTn14XOYBLeNxbp6aLpHx1T7Rskn2oC4t_xlDLNOOtYG_dMZMcZzW4PqU0/s4032/IMG_1424.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Juki MO-2000" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCuKcF__qHfkqIXaqsu5Ii9S_hdQ9jCTuSwu-mlOv2Ud-BX0K9JAmRQuZnmjv97KsXMckhY0AIJSfCMk-OVgCyyr_SAB0bEjEIe6z1Ys-qU23El57-BP2XhmwadolWDZyIBmTn14XOYBLeNxbp6aLpHx1T7Rskn2oC4t_xlDLNOOtYG_dMZMcZzW4PqU0/w480-h640/IMG_1424.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><p style="text-align: center;">Juki MO-2000, retail $1500</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQgRhsgfNMApx3jWuUKr_SwxDc4wE3DjCC7b2eG9OS1nZhGWPCr4fNJowdueTTa2FYt2TeEiblGthGMV48Pk_9McmX2tfF6D7aNgUTbHX4HEMPzIRGtZ6EQ1vN8Bm8JTFs4Bcr7T1usgzUOnBTqx8OnCfbQhyTpxzn9aXenrpxYimuuLWF2MPcARJPAQg/s4032/IMG_1425.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Juki MO-2800" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQgRhsgfNMApx3jWuUKr_SwxDc4wE3DjCC7b2eG9OS1nZhGWPCr4fNJowdueTTa2FYt2TeEiblGthGMV48Pk_9McmX2tfF6D7aNgUTbHX4HEMPzIRGtZ6EQ1vN8Bm8JTFs4Bcr7T1usgzUOnBTqx8OnCfbQhyTpxzn9aXenrpxYimuuLWF2MPcARJPAQg/w480-h640/IMG_1425.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><p style="text-align: center;">Juki MO-2800, retail $1600</p><p>First impressions of all three machines: way better than my Brother. Each one had fantastic stitch quality. All three had air threading. The variety of stitch options was pretty much the same. </p><p>The 1000 and the 2000 were almost identical in function, except that the 2000 has an LCD display to give you all the stitch settings without you needing to pull out the manual. </p><p>The 2800 was the mack daddy of them all. Bigger machine. More space on the bed vertically and horizontally. Optional table add-on (didn't get it...yet). And one very, very important feature: a knee lift.</p><p>If I had never used a knee lift before, I probably would've been fine with the 1000. But I've been spoiled with the knee lift on my regular machine (Brother PC-420). I've tried to use other machines without a knee lift and I can't do it anymore. The knee lift is like a third hand when you're sewing. Would you pay an extra $300 for a third hand?</p><p>Turns out, I would. The MO-2800 should last me many years, and thinking about $300 spread out over a decade...yeah. Of course get the knee lift.</p><p>It is also quiet(er), and easy to thread, and it doesn't shake my sewing table. It's sturdy and sews beautifully. Of course, I'll update after more time, but for now I am thrilled with this machine!</p><p><br /></p>110 Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12740139592563988097noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733005898566155607.post-7492153016001344462023-08-03T11:02:00.002-04:002023-08-03T12:13:44.249-04:00Zadie Jumpsuit by Paper Theory<p>There are a few sewing patterns that have achieved Platinum status. Ginger Jeans. Vogue 9253. Hinterland Dress. Ogden Cami. And the <a href="https://papertheorypatterns.com/products/zadie-jumpsuit-pdf-pattern#close" target="_blank">Zadie Jumpsuit</a>!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKrnT_8kkpwJ6CtQ4uktDfB-um4Vew95P6szm2WPTwLi_7YT44dSZwwSt5paLtHTn6V7gZ2sLOhfcGGnRuy8W_xuSltT6c0AvVyF59SejcSxatVQboWl5ENe5EXIcw9dPHGH5jYgWhDJggL8bjhnEpDEfnnQffB9YtLim96J2289mf1hxkeJ622c1z0_0/s4032/IMG_1400%20Copy.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Zadie Jumpsuit" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKrnT_8kkpwJ6CtQ4uktDfB-um4Vew95P6szm2WPTwLi_7YT44dSZwwSt5paLtHTn6V7gZ2sLOhfcGGnRuy8W_xuSltT6c0AvVyF59SejcSxatVQboWl5ENe5EXIcw9dPHGH5jYgWhDJggL8bjhnEpDEfnnQffB9YtLim96J2289mf1hxkeJ622c1z0_0/w480-h640/IMG_1400%20Copy.JPG" width="480" /></a></div><p>If you haven't already made this pattern, you've got it on your list. It's one of those patterns that every time I see one, I think, that looks great on that person and I need to make one! But it wasn't until the <a href="https://www.socialsewists.com/" target="_blank">Social Sewists</a> at <a href="https://workroomsocial.com/" target="_blank">Workroom Social</a> had a sewalong that I finally did it!</p><p><i>Disclaimer: I've been freelancing for Jennifer at Workroom Social for a few months. I have free access to the Social Sewists network and Jennifer purchased the Zadie pattern for me. That said, I was not asked to write or talk about the process and this is not a paid post.</i></p><p>During the Zadie sewalong, I attended as many of the live Zoom sessions as I could. I also appreciated that they were recorded, and I could watch them back later. Social Sewists is hosted on an app/website called Mighty Networks, which is easy and fun to use (no Facebook required). All the Zadie classes are neatly organized in one place.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHStLUFg3TWz12kRTLmVhCUAua6HnbmvMWtw2aGXRzlMF00RTgRqqloELew47WbunWGLKISySJOOqFOyHie_3wt54G7Xhl8Jc0gBIgGDK3QvgXmkqrH4c2M20Ew8nqvEKatYDKxxzZGNoddHl6OSyHc4ODxtSgPGXm1-D-lg101UYVZyBwgnM4WxyzvOs/s2532/IMG_1380.PNG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Social Sewists on Mighty Networks" border="0" data-original-height="2532" data-original-width="1170" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHStLUFg3TWz12kRTLmVhCUAua6HnbmvMWtw2aGXRzlMF00RTgRqqloELew47WbunWGLKISySJOOqFOyHie_3wt54G7Xhl8Jc0gBIgGDK3QvgXmkqrH4c2M20Ew8nqvEKatYDKxxzZGNoddHl6OSyHc4ODxtSgPGXm1-D-lg101UYVZyBwgnM4WxyzvOs/w296-h640/IMG_1380.PNG" width="296" /></a></div><p><br /></p><p>The session on choosing a size for Zadie was SO SO SO helpful! Jennifer walked through different student measurements, compared them to the size chart, and discussed how the amount of ease might look depending on which size that person chose. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQMmqzzjqr9d9oXDCEfTZE4ngd3NBOKH_JPs3Z-_0dvv6U4v-1qdwXfK73pw4tjBELQy9zryKeCgPJ41njFj3s_8G7Bs7aRHl1M65wit0TT1sH5yAHZn6QItxkQLmXMs8aoSS-PfX4MtEmh2r7JjFEptBt-ds0eRoOzpyHMsTuHPjgQTnZ45EIeDYgJpg/s1451/IMG_1408.PNG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Zoom session on choosing a size" border="0" data-original-height="1451" data-original-width="1170" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQMmqzzjqr9d9oXDCEfTZE4ngd3NBOKH_JPs3Z-_0dvv6U4v-1qdwXfK73pw4tjBELQy9zryKeCgPJ41njFj3s_8G7Bs7aRHl1M65wit0TT1sH5yAHZn6QItxkQLmXMs8aoSS-PfX4MtEmh2r7JjFEptBt-ds0eRoOzpyHMsTuHPjgQTnZ45EIeDYgJpg/w516-h640/IMG_1408.PNG" width="516" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p>I'm pretty sure everyone has heard that sizing on Zadie can be hard to nail down, which is what has always intimidated me about the pattern. But after the sizing session with Jennifer, I felt totally ready to start.</p><p>My measurements are 33-28-38. According to the chart, that would put me at an 8-10/12-10/12. There is 5 1/2" of ease in the bust, 7" of ease in the waist, and 8" of ease in the hips. That's...a lot. Many people in the class expressed concern about the dreaded saggy-butt look.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSMyijqkxwbGI9rBhUb1MYkRfN2M0Yn52clysBOC0tA1lHR5GwZej05XCBlDXVRFr5qodx2nONdztrDPQBmGafA2f-JUrnBj-Dc_7uQmcAjpjPfQGzyFGj1S2b-tGC_qk_Su8dVvbQSPcILC3pxYVpGHVv25Mb4eo0qvfRW-Qyn7tHNAu-RCf2o7epHQQ/s4032/IMG_1409.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="A Sewist's Notebook" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSMyijqkxwbGI9rBhUb1MYkRfN2M0Yn52clysBOC0tA1lHR5GwZej05XCBlDXVRFr5qodx2nONdztrDPQBmGafA2f-JUrnBj-Dc_7uQmcAjpjPfQGzyFGj1S2b-tGC_qk_Su8dVvbQSPcILC3pxYVpGHVv25Mb4eo0qvfRW-Qyn7tHNAu-RCf2o7epHQQ/w480-h640/IMG_1409.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Printable <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/1210352710/digital-sewing-planner-wardrobe-planner?click_key=d2d0a49fe8f3d049726af7fd5002443389ae61a4%3A1210352710&click_sum=eed27b50&ref=shop_home_feat_4" target="_blank">Sewist's Notebook available on Etsy</a></i></div><p>I decided to muslin a size 6 (the smallest size) in the bodice and an 8 in the hips. Note that this is one full size down for each area (waist and hips I'm between 10 and 12). I have a long torso despite only being 5'4", so when I make a jumpsuit I do like to check where the waist is going to hit me. The pattern is drafted for 5'7" but spoiler alert: the bodice length was fine with no adjustments. If you have a short torso, definitely check that.</p><p>I highly recommend a muslin of the top with one pant leg. That's a weird thing to say, and mine was totally by accident (lack of fabric) but the one leg ended up being super helpful! Here's my single crappy photo that I took:</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi90mFXeyz9JTOUpxvmnsjyBV4k5lY7uZqMTHm2I9PBl_-yaFe4sj2JgE2umDx12PayHZ_sWreESfa2jyQrcM2x1q2axcHM_lAYO20vDR2ubq639s0AIVHg2ddSBx_HYW_ZptUefe6-mriMAPUoTVrv590Jdk0Po90pWK3spCvdAo3TaK6OBZnQAogm89w/s2891/IMG_1378%20Copy.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Zadie Jumpsuit" border="0" data-original-height="2891" data-original-width="1851" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi90mFXeyz9JTOUpxvmnsjyBV4k5lY7uZqMTHm2I9PBl_-yaFe4sj2JgE2umDx12PayHZ_sWreESfa2jyQrcM2x1q2axcHM_lAYO20vDR2ubq639s0AIVHg2ddSBx_HYW_ZptUefe6-mriMAPUoTVrv590Jdk0Po90pWK3spCvdAo3TaK6OBZnQAogm89w/w256-h400/IMG_1378%20Copy.JPG" width="256" /></a></div><p>You can see here that the crotch curve is crazy deep. You do need the crotch to be low enough that you can sit down, but this looked bonkers low. </p><p>There are lengthen/shorten lines on the pattern piece right through the hip line. Typically, you see those lines across the legs, so it was kind of weird that it was in the hip. As if the designer KNOWS that the crotch is too deep.</p><p>On my muslin, I pinched out 1 1/2" across the hips/crotch and made sure I could still move and sit down. I could, so I made the change to my paper pattern and got to work on my final version.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsq80xrK0Oera_ieQqxjfrIyvBOysePB_fVXPass72v1w9VWjqBKKlO81nHJFvhp4HNszWk7iXhu4EbQPZk0H1Hu5UF3MyKRuJCh3O4pyRVOBADxzD87Y65h72LSKDuSTUTHs-Zg8P646lwbixtGNTajtS1gTDDE5d-CfVOjZyVPZAT1DPp100rnq5T48/s4032/IMG_1395%20Copy.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Zadie Jumpsuit" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhsq80xrK0Oera_ieQqxjfrIyvBOysePB_fVXPass72v1w9VWjqBKKlO81nHJFvhp4HNszWk7iXhu4EbQPZk0H1Hu5UF3MyKRuJCh3O4pyRVOBADxzD87Y65h72LSKDuSTUTHs-Zg8P646lwbixtGNTajtS1gTDDE5d-CfVOjZyVPZAT1DPp100rnq5T48/w480-h640/IMG_1395%20Copy.JPG" width="480" /></a></div><p>The fabric I used is a Barbie-pink washed linen from <a href="https://www.lafinchfabrics.com/" target="_blank">LA Finch Fabrics</a>. While I love the color, and the fabric is very soft, it is sort of sheer. I ended up pairing a light pink bodysuit with the jumpsuit and it eliminates any issues with the fabric being see-through.</p><p>Once the fit issues are handled, the pattern comes together crazy fast. For a jumpsuit anyway. The directions are good and I had no issues with assembly.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPs2yBiDKVYqjzxIhF68RvYO3385yWM54m3eaAKcxbahEbk_KL6AzzRcxtg4AfmrZFFV7nHgi3x4nbh3zJotKphOeQrgf-Lqzy1x1Ycq0vhWAfbVqnl5p7DJvAsQSYksLSpeLatMl1NC81ELlHfAwoR9Y0ADInQW1llesvG7dn-ETrpkwHDN4CEpUvD6s/s4032/IMG_1385%20Copy.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Zadie Jumpsuit" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPs2yBiDKVYqjzxIhF68RvYO3385yWM54m3eaAKcxbahEbk_KL6AzzRcxtg4AfmrZFFV7nHgi3x4nbh3zJotKphOeQrgf-Lqzy1x1Ycq0vhWAfbVqnl5p7DJvAsQSYksLSpeLatMl1NC81ELlHfAwoR9Y0ADInQW1llesvG7dn-ETrpkwHDN4CEpUvD6s/w480-h640/IMG_1385%20Copy.JPG" width="480" /></a></div><p>Last weird thing about this pattern: the cross-over in front. I never understood how it worked until I had the pattern in hand. It's hard to explain in words, so <a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/Cu7CSdkg8t2/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==" target="_blank">check out this Reel</a> I made showing how it ties and unties. It weirds me out a bit to have the center front cut all the way down to the crotch, but once again, the bodysuit underneath keeps everything locked up nicely.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiweaSeSYoy9Pl_4aehlBPXTaB5gtvqj7xJ77aBZJZDVT773Knr5x2MnwKMOJbnxAY8tb0I7GjY_D4dygsKz6rawkKcj8H7niozmkeM3L1vq-tCYSj_mjatEpjcYCsTZv8BmTb7N57m3reMzK-kvUaWeLjV5rlm2FiiFIOWjEiJnNttdaS2ZX1CPh36mwg/s4032/IMG_1382.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Zadie Jumpsuit" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiweaSeSYoy9Pl_4aehlBPXTaB5gtvqj7xJ77aBZJZDVT773Knr5x2MnwKMOJbnxAY8tb0I7GjY_D4dygsKz6rawkKcj8H7niozmkeM3L1vq-tCYSj_mjatEpjcYCsTZv8BmTb7N57m3reMzK-kvUaWeLjV5rlm2FiiFIOWjEiJnNttdaS2ZX1CPh36mwg/w480-h640/IMG_1382.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p>I only had two yards of fabric, so I couldn't make the full leg version. I would sew this again to make the long pants. Maybe in a dressy fabric for a fancy jumpsuit.</p><p>If you're interested in learning more about the Social Sewists, you can read about it <a href="https://www.socialsewists.com/" target="_blank">here</a>. I could not believe how much I learned from one simple video about choosing a size! This is not an affiliate link, and I do not receive anything for sending you over there. </p><p>Are you on the Zadie bandwagon, or still running to catch up? Let me know in the comments!</p>110 Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12740139592563988097noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733005898566155607.post-75761038025288112862023-07-18T09:07:00.000-04:002023-07-18T09:07:02.437-04:00Payton Track ShortsIndiana humidity is no joke. If you don't live in the Midwest, then I don't know if you can understand what it's like to swim through air. On these kinds of summer days, all I want is the smallest amount of clothing possible. May I present a solid winner in that category, the <a href="https://petitestitchery.com/products/adult-payton-vintage-track-shorts" target="_blank">Payton Track Shorts</a>!<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNDaiFH7DoVIsBlp3O-jWmwdci8Zgo7cHSg5098SuC_h_Ufg4ePOKndHv_9shI99fHASrqTzDyzlRBBHBXRj50CcFP6IEaDlGd74oHVkX_FdSFWx3haWkxvEkeXTCliAoNGBPZH6gE6ct3ma4SJJfxr6OSc-fx-FI-qMD-chqQj1Vz-W0MdK02yZLLDCs/s4032/IMG_1020.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Payton Track Shorts" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhNDaiFH7DoVIsBlp3O-jWmwdci8Zgo7cHSg5098SuC_h_Ufg4ePOKndHv_9shI99fHASrqTzDyzlRBBHBXRj50CcFP6IEaDlGd74oHVkX_FdSFWx3haWkxvEkeXTCliAoNGBPZH6gE6ct3ma4SJJfxr6OSc-fx-FI-qMD-chqQj1Vz-W0MdK02yZLLDCs/w480-h640/IMG_1020.HEIC" title="Payton Track Shorts" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Top is a Kila Tank. Or maybe a Durango.</i></div><div><div><br /></div><div>I've been on a bit of a mission to find a pattern that you would call, well, booty shorts. I tried the <a href="https://www.loveandlace.co.uk/products/indie-sewing-pattern-pyjama-shorts-in-sizes-8-16-instantly-download-the-pdf-sewing-pattern-with-photos-easy-to-follow-instructions" target="_blank">Koko Shorts</a> (for wovens) and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/CtzWmyIAm0k/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==" target="_blank">I chose the wrong size</a>. I was about to try that pattern again when Loni @havinsewmuchfun sent me a link to the Payton Track Shorts. They looked amazing and I bought the pattern, and sewed it up, ASAP. Payton is available in hip sizes 34"-61". There is also a <a href="https://petitestitchery.com/products/baby-payton-vintage-track-shorts?_pos=3&_sid=36a262315&_ss=r" target="_blank">children's version</a>.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi93a6dU17OwtgLBfycMecJZn2cE89kFsdsdPrEP2dHUnCDe98zXu-luf09g0efG77kpDdbbEcvb6000kqZtsX4PN6BhAkDf4dD3OaRMQNhx1nPev8PTAKUXg7MinjjldGkVy44jCA-gdLD0vzfBnT5qKjjLGarK8SSUyV5RbdaCOLsgL-3fYJQhRzSeyg/s4032/IMG_1022.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Payton Track Shorts" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi93a6dU17OwtgLBfycMecJZn2cE89kFsdsdPrEP2dHUnCDe98zXu-luf09g0efG77kpDdbbEcvb6000kqZtsX4PN6BhAkDf4dD3OaRMQNhx1nPev8PTAKUXg7MinjjldGkVy44jCA-gdLD0vzfBnT5qKjjLGarK8SSUyV5RbdaCOLsgL-3fYJQhRzSeyg/w480-h640/IMG_1022.HEIC" title="Payton Track Shorts" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>Lemme tell ya. These shorts are freaking awesome. I desperately wanted something that would hug my butt cheeks and let me pretend that I was 18 again (except I never dressed like this when I WAS 18). Since they are a knit they are so super stretchy and comfy. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYresF-QA4RpZNG5i1TPyyp2NubocZmjhwEyOOLH6S4JhF71GYhwpVgOYivD8zfE4BDZj9y39wQKd6IqHAgheoKG0x14YDj_yI29787LpmW8WZqW7ypQmvS87zsLbTdZU-WE4jom0kvvbiErmczTsvf7wqOc6-GINO_kTL_9FXO6Od7ddkKWd75pO5P2I/s3890/IMG_1018%20Copy.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Payton Track Shorts" border="0" data-original-height="3890" data-original-width="2917" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYresF-QA4RpZNG5i1TPyyp2NubocZmjhwEyOOLH6S4JhF71GYhwpVgOYivD8zfE4BDZj9y39wQKd6IqHAgheoKG0x14YDj_yI29787LpmW8WZqW7ypQmvS87zsLbTdZU-WE4jom0kvvbiErmczTsvf7wqOc6-GINO_kTL_9FXO6Od7ddkKWd75pO5P2I/w480-h640/IMG_1018%20Copy.JPG" title="Payton Track Shorts" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>I had just received a bundle of fabric from <a href="https://iseefabric.com/" target="_blank">iSee Fabric</a> that contained some juicy maroon waffle knit, matching rib, and some cream rib knit. I used the cream rib for a <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CtwXjbZu2em/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link&igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==" target="_blank">Sommar Tank</a> and had just a teensy bit left over. I live in a university town (the university that I attended) and our colors are cream and crimson, so these two fabrics work especially well!</div><div><br /></div><div>This is my second time sewing with this waffle knit, and even though I adore it, it does not like my serger. I used a zig-zag on my machine for most of the seams.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEMPTcjLuJqPNvbCUi1lWu6gKattcI0RDyyItjgkRI0zLXTEsvgHWuM4wiHeKfRtXEkJMVRb_Hn-KORo4MlKMLOJksT8xqsFQPPM0-l6s0vZS4Y0UaTscJk0NxQ3rSHaK9GHMp40YCisHi3UdGYoCZdbUv_r75mTjUAlqPdWVupuQcHT9uj6SzlYmAiSU/s3699/IMG_1040.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Payton Track Shorts" border="0" data-original-height="3699" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEMPTcjLuJqPNvbCUi1lWu6gKattcI0RDyyItjgkRI0zLXTEsvgHWuM4wiHeKfRtXEkJMVRb_Hn-KORo4MlKMLOJksT8xqsFQPPM0-l6s0vZS4Y0UaTscJk0NxQ3rSHaK9GHMp40YCisHi3UdGYoCZdbUv_r75mTjUAlqPdWVupuQcHT9uj6SzlYmAiSU/w524-h640/IMG_1040.HEIC" title="Payton Track Shorts" width="524" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>The way these shorts are constructed is weird and interesting and unusual. I'm not sure I can even describe it, but whatever way I was imagining beforehand, I was wrong. Follow the directions and there will be a moment when it clicks.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixtIR_hFBbZe64Q-JFflcFTGBgo5Hm_8Zw2-Nn9Cp7hNRvYCz-46AsRvVor87s-X8yopintYwjhMn1G0YoHUnB_wMUUdUcXP5docG7UhseHgAL-e35LsyQPdtMfzdFmn9fzFq2NdiehoHtplHJv_tNNYTzhL7DMappOAUWpjwv6sQIiFjcUVIAMNq5dao/s3574/IMG_1046.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Payton Track Shorts" border="0" data-original-height="3574" data-original-width="2917" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixtIR_hFBbZe64Q-JFflcFTGBgo5Hm_8Zw2-Nn9Cp7hNRvYCz-46AsRvVor87s-X8yopintYwjhMn1G0YoHUnB_wMUUdUcXP5docG7UhseHgAL-e35LsyQPdtMfzdFmn9fzFq2NdiehoHtplHJv_tNNYTzhL7DMappOAUWpjwv6sQIiFjcUVIAMNq5dao/w522-h640/IMG_1046.HEIC" title="Payton Track Shorts" width="522" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>There are a TON of options in the pattern as well. Mid-rise and high-rise (mine are mid), elastic or contour waistband (I chose elastic), three inseams (mine are shortie, there is also 3" or 6") and a variety of side panel designs. I went with the pocket on the side, but it was tempting to make the retro stripe version.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaUlSTbztjVb0VlQc2fxW1CF5Y1rv_BeF0wolMXoyz5-7ka9cB4r7Bk4egMON2XMJlG2lEIMUZAum5oW9q2qFWlFlDBhEHj6xil-9Pu9kynhYyefVtQE74P67kwv0wRmw-C1RGhD3P2i8oBkkuk-KOZrLM8nMb8X8Xu5_YNwz-c2PzvAD7933ri5kuPnU/s4032/IMG_1021.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Payton Track Shorts" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaUlSTbztjVb0VlQc2fxW1CF5Y1rv_BeF0wolMXoyz5-7ka9cB4r7Bk4egMON2XMJlG2lEIMUZAum5oW9q2qFWlFlDBhEHj6xil-9Pu9kynhYyefVtQE74P67kwv0wRmw-C1RGhD3P2i8oBkkuk-KOZrLM8nMb8X8Xu5_YNwz-c2PzvAD7933ri5kuPnU/w480-h640/IMG_1021.HEIC" title="Payton Track Shorts" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>Sometimes patterns have so many options that it's confusing, but Petite Stitchery added a page that breaks down the choices and makes it simple. I think this is only my second pattern from this company and I thought the directions were great.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJKI1u9pfYpSXTOPEJr0IRnTMiW61PUcotfiHnaR6tfx-TcoUxJpzFzHIlWsOHw3uJNsKFdMX3jGCATZjfCmIXjcYfqxbRK43Prqr5W-JhxnKv5xewu4P_MfwFoPB9MXd4esAOGQG8nOGXAcfi7nAbezu7kToKQfk-C7IDWE6mXuR4YSNjmQqFlopBaF0/s4032/IMG_1031.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Payton Track Shorts" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJKI1u9pfYpSXTOPEJr0IRnTMiW61PUcotfiHnaR6tfx-TcoUxJpzFzHIlWsOHw3uJNsKFdMX3jGCATZjfCmIXjcYfqxbRK43Prqr5W-JhxnKv5xewu4P_MfwFoPB9MXd4esAOGQG8nOGXAcfi7nAbezu7kToKQfk-C7IDWE6mXuR4YSNjmQqFlopBaF0/w480-h640/IMG_1031.HEIC" title="Payton Track Shorts" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>I did have some bunching along the front crotch (camel toe) and ended up messing around with the crotch curve quite a bit. It's been deepened from the pattern. I find that crotch depth in tight-fitting knit pants frequently gives me this camel toe problem. I'm not sure if it's me, or if that's just how people draft. You can see in the photo above that even after messing with the curve, it's not perfect.</div><div><br /></div><div>I only wear these shorts around the house, but since I spend a lot of time at home anyway they spend a lot of time on me! I would make them again in a longer inseam for wearing around town.</div><div><br /></div><div>And now, I will finish with a photo of my butt because it makes me laugh, and ~for science~ so you can see how revealing the shortie option is.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0JSethY8yHVhqT_BSgOG5gcFuTkgNcjG7sMK6TWEmZwda2gqKsMLMhLLWAzY8POYGSn7YJFyng9Hd7rNf9H49-wMLNWrnhqBwfT2AHDcQpM5XUOqb4UTZ1vANSTxdM3LHjjclsyQrM4bxA5V4z1nJD66I7-8gSD-OsAnuUagB7kzJkvq5Q-oqzFIO_tU/s4032/IMG_1026.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0JSethY8yHVhqT_BSgOG5gcFuTkgNcjG7sMK6TWEmZwda2gqKsMLMhLLWAzY8POYGSn7YJFyng9Hd7rNf9H49-wMLNWrnhqBwfT2AHDcQpM5XUOqb4UTZ1vANSTxdM3LHjjclsyQrM4bxA5V4z1nJD66I7-8gSD-OsAnuUagB7kzJkvq5Q-oqzFIO_tU/w480-h640/IMG_1026.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The End</div>110 Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12740139592563988097noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733005898566155607.post-73276647437879173632023-06-28T10:27:00.000-04:002023-06-28T10:27:06.469-04:00Zoey Tank vs. Sommar CamisoleThere are quite a few camisole patterns making the rounds right now, and you may be wondering which one is right for you. Two similar patterns I have tried are the <a href="https://truebias.com/products/zoey-tank-dress" target="_blank">Zoey Tank and Dress from True Bias</a>, and the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/1480688319/sommar-camisole-pdf-sewing-pattern-with" target="_blank">Sommar Camisole from Paradise Patterns</a>. Today, I'm going to compare the two so you can figure out which one you need in your wardrobe!<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7vSrNrSYdLHrtOPVnj7AHm-KXE4Or-ytduN8KBIsPf1kmhT6qXcXP01alhuHSiiNVwxYZvbmMZmgZKGMLFKC3MDj6RNor-tI-XY-_eemhee1WfwToPOTQPv24-wbjFK6MvAtIUd33Y105lFbaJi3T564h4rPL4e9io0nN9u3gOKJFlW09tFNgIxXYKQ4/s1800/IMG_0322.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Zoey Tank vs Sommar Camisole" border="0" data-original-height="1602" data-original-width="1800" height="570" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7vSrNrSYdLHrtOPVnj7AHm-KXE4Or-ytduN8KBIsPf1kmhT6qXcXP01alhuHSiiNVwxYZvbmMZmgZKGMLFKC3MDj6RNor-tI-XY-_eemhee1WfwToPOTQPv24-wbjFK6MvAtIUd33Y105lFbaJi3T564h4rPL4e9io0nN9u3gOKJFlW09tFNgIxXYKQ4/w640-h570/IMG_0322.JPG" title="Zoey Tank vs Sommar Camisole" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div><br /><div>In these photos, the blue top is the cropped Zoey in a size 4. The cream one is a full-length Sommar in a size C. My bust averages 33" and my waist 29". Both tops are made with rib knits from iSee Fabric (<a href="https://i.refs.cc/ZsWcVE2E?smile_ref=eyJzbWlsZV9zb3VyY2UiOiJzbWlsZV91aSIsInNtaWxlX21lZGl1bSI6IiIsInNtaWxlX2NhbXBhaWduIjoicmVmZXJyYWxfcHJvZ3JhbSIsInNtaWxlX2N1c3RvbWVyX2lkIjo4OTU1MDAzNzl9" target="_blank">use my referral link to save $5!</a>). I added trim to the front of the cream Sommar, it is not part of the pattern. The shorts are <a href="https://truebias.com/products/lander-pant-short-1?_pos=1&_sid=2a50cef09&_ss=r" target="_blank">Landers</a>. </div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Size Charts</h3><div>Sometimes, one pattern might work better than another simply because of the drafting block. Zoey is available in 0-18 or 14-32, bust 32"-59.5". Sommar comes in sizes A-P, or bust 28"-58". Here are the size charts for the Zoey and Sommar:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgtYLLAUm9odojZET3jLUmVdlpjZtjcPn_G2QT_xNJWQ6yWGHHpPcokaLjyqnQWpS9A0Z7P8Ub8X8z6-dtKTu4r_ILrfsgj1yRnNm95DST4uWZe5s2hkDSioan-J_wfHDYrstnFYRCBcLhqZfKWFvMW9IyCMTXmdywOoANQLrNxyswdXHeBtz37hQ7V_Q/s2173/IMG_0331.PNG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Zoey Tank vs Sommar Camisole" border="0" data-original-height="877" data-original-width="2173" height="258" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhgtYLLAUm9odojZET3jLUmVdlpjZtjcPn_G2QT_xNJWQ6yWGHHpPcokaLjyqnQWpS9A0Z7P8Ub8X8z6-dtKTu4r_ILrfsgj1yRnNm95DST4uWZe5s2hkDSioan-J_wfHDYrstnFYRCBcLhqZfKWFvMW9IyCMTXmdywOoANQLrNxyswdXHeBtz37hQ7V_Q/w640-h258/IMG_0331.PNG" title="Zoey Size chart" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Zoey 0-18</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizxns1t72DMAubtoSQiz2sQDJ1bu0FNr-CdTTHEOaKrF217k3IduqPTflAUIm00ZJp5DTNktWR5l05N_oqYnITK2beH-z-9hEl_ujFBmOHgS223TKLdMcrce7OVU-tuvIo4HfATrhFIcr-_uSFDugIKPb8Vw01qjLsiSJqbHiL4R_mLwUoxrirssmY74o/s1873/IMG_0332.PNG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Zoey Tank vs Sommar Camisole" border="0" data-original-height="779" data-original-width="1873" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizxns1t72DMAubtoSQiz2sQDJ1bu0FNr-CdTTHEOaKrF217k3IduqPTflAUIm00ZJp5DTNktWR5l05N_oqYnITK2beH-z-9hEl_ujFBmOHgS223TKLdMcrce7OVU-tuvIo4HfATrhFIcr-_uSFDugIKPb8Vw01qjLsiSJqbHiL4R_mLwUoxrirssmY74o/w640-h266/IMG_0332.PNG" title="Zoey Size chart" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Zoey 14-32</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhce3YAzyuBrpFckWRO1gA5c7vEsHzNe54XqvixuVWdbFJi75sBRT76eJnoLMclIY-whlVvVZIQUBczOHeHbcbJz3ImE7PyFhovAauWmqzmsDYXBsg7Z1I2mckcpkO6jFlwaMSEt-6gGt9O3bKiw0dlcqUPaNcyTP9JbBervApCQxgNo5YOPLfND8OtUtk/s1243/IMG_0330.PNG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Zoey Tank vs Sommar Camisole" border="0" data-original-height="1170" data-original-width="1243" height="602" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhce3YAzyuBrpFckWRO1gA5c7vEsHzNe54XqvixuVWdbFJi75sBRT76eJnoLMclIY-whlVvVZIQUBczOHeHbcbJz3ImE7PyFhovAauWmqzmsDYXBsg7Z1I2mckcpkO6jFlwaMSEt-6gGt9O3bKiw0dlcqUPaNcyTP9JbBervApCQxgNo5YOPLfND8OtUtk/w640-h602/IMG_0330.PNG" title="Sommar Size chart" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Sommar</div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Views</h3><div>At first glance these patterns are super similar, but they do offer different looks. Zoey is a crop top, tank and a dress, and with the <a href="https://truebias.com/products/zoey-neckline-add-on?_pos=3&_sid=5239179ea&_ss=r" target="_blank">free neckline expansion</a> you can have four neckline cuts as well. That's a lot of options!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiWfkkVnkQbwqOPrlB3E9JsDKltWZdZXPrnOoI0rTjgGo3-ApZ0AcmasOigcE9mvP9gE9LqGQ-hknXChEsXqXVeaJBPpuSp-2Rr8bs8iEWsa2DSwh-wvRQBCus33Nh5QkpOMYP5VWINax6bIbv-pGPb4WSMTQ8E1YVsAbYu0ZTwyn5Y_uMT1eNsTdVwbE/s1193/IMG_0325.PNG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Zoey Tank vs Sommar Camisole" border="0" data-original-height="1193" data-original-width="1170" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiWfkkVnkQbwqOPrlB3E9JsDKltWZdZXPrnOoI0rTjgGo3-ApZ0AcmasOigcE9mvP9gE9LqGQ-hknXChEsXqXVeaJBPpuSp-2Rr8bs8iEWsa2DSwh-wvRQBCus33Nh5QkpOMYP5VWINax6bIbv-pGPb4WSMTQ8E1YVsAbYu0ZTwyn5Y_uMT1eNsTdVwbE/w393-h400/IMG_0325.PNG" title="Zoey Tank and Dress" width="393" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOJyKUtUfmCwgEO2CvxXD8HCyIynFKOh5NA_ijvaGUJNdx0rKGwmLra3drBQHO5EP0L8XfyWiyWCB_-TWAkrnmeICrfUJvOMmN2PWWUP-IKX3UI_K4m2j3GDnxge6IaH6lzsNWw4TkozIfWK1L8N2fTHoVV7fDuFyBVMmyGXRFYPVP4aA6LexNE1SN6ZA/s1188/IMG_0324.PNG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Zoey Tank vs Sommar Camisole" border="0" data-original-height="1188" data-original-width="1170" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOJyKUtUfmCwgEO2CvxXD8HCyIynFKOh5NA_ijvaGUJNdx0rKGwmLra3drBQHO5EP0L8XfyWiyWCB_-TWAkrnmeICrfUJvOMmN2PWWUP-IKX3UI_K4m2j3GDnxge6IaH6lzsNWw4TkozIfWK1L8N2fTHoVV7fDuFyBVMmyGXRFYPVP4aA6LexNE1SN6ZA/w394-h400/IMG_0324.PNG" title="Zoey Tank add on" width="394" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div>Sommar is only a crop or tank, with only one neckline view. The main advantage of Sommar is that it comes with a built-in shelf bra option. There is no shelf bra for Zoey.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8MEweeHOZKqRtrAVnYF9PvfskkX7vvOtAkVcnStRu8jbwBMjt0LH5vNIf0Fp7C2smHrUXPUgGXMg0Z8G66faMYT19d-0NePdtuIP6biu3WC1mlDukRSasdx-vO85hnwpB1tsE7yKW9V6T7XCBy-t8mY8RKnBEOAqZsiprWsed_ppLsCbVQjB8vyasxcQ/s1032/IMG_0326%20Copy.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Zoey Tank vs Sommar Camisole" border="0" data-original-height="1032" data-original-width="960" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8MEweeHOZKqRtrAVnYF9PvfskkX7vvOtAkVcnStRu8jbwBMjt0LH5vNIf0Fp7C2smHrUXPUgGXMg0Z8G66faMYT19d-0NePdtuIP6biu3WC1mlDukRSasdx-vO85hnwpB1tsE7yKW9V6T7XCBy-t8mY8RKnBEOAqZsiprWsed_ppLsCbVQjB8vyasxcQ/w298-h320/IMG_0326%20Copy.JPG" title="Sommar line drawing" width="298" /></a></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Fit</h3><div>I find the fit of these tops to be close enough to call them "the same". I can't see myself using fit as a reason to choose one over the other. I would make my choice based on what kind of neckline I wanted, or if I wanted a shelf bra.</div><div><br /></div><div>My bust and waist measurements don't usually fit neatly into a size chart (not since three kids) so I often end up splitting the difference and making a size in between. I also take the stretch of the fabric into account. The blue rib knit is a bit stretchier than the cream (it seems to be maybe a rayon blend instead of organic cotton). I could probably make a variety of sizes in either of these patterns but I'm happy with these.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzOKh23avlXujdj4oR7lkOBMU6s6RhNuWaNrjiuOnzp2x_vrot47RaPmZ41JoE2bRJIqURvrFkfBLPnUDjreHKqkrFvbHeW6l1-mUni4M2D23EMcacHTp9zh6AvBjAKTS4mvBJchlAYutQK_yNNIJ-6nnedhnpKeQHgyVy5mk-tq7z75IJAYd11xNdstM/s3088/IMG_0304.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Zoey Tank vs Sommar Camisole" border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzOKh23avlXujdj4oR7lkOBMU6s6RhNuWaNrjiuOnzp2x_vrot47RaPmZ41JoE2bRJIqURvrFkfBLPnUDjreHKqkrFvbHeW6l1-mUni4M2D23EMcacHTp9zh6AvBjAKTS4mvBJchlAYutQK_yNNIJ-6nnedhnpKeQHgyVy5mk-tq7z75IJAYd11xNdstM/w300-h400/IMG_0304.HEIC" title="Zoey Tank" width="300" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqyvUp3B2FiF09fJFqsVDQXBzLEe5RaAmvVidiJWlJpFbl6Twy6A0S0cQPZZ3WAQqpc7FlLKAFw1_iz20m068uFiKwx0_93dfBLWBRY6H1dV5cEh1k7ZW6jFTCanuibVs_58r2rBGvVeQCWXh-ssR3a8T5f9FRk4C3jYuUkfKcnZgF_l3pUVgpERAgqb4/s3088/IMG_0305.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Zoey Tank vs Sommar Camisole" border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqyvUp3B2FiF09fJFqsVDQXBzLEe5RaAmvVidiJWlJpFbl6Twy6A0S0cQPZZ3WAQqpc7FlLKAFw1_iz20m068uFiKwx0_93dfBLWBRY6H1dV5cEh1k7ZW6jFTCanuibVs_58r2rBGvVeQCWXh-ssR3a8T5f9FRk4C3jYuUkfKcnZgF_l3pUVgpERAgqb4/w300-h400/IMG_0305.HEIC" title="Zoey Tank" width="300" /></a></div><br /><div>Worth noting is that I think Sommar is drafted with longer straps, or to be lower cut. It's super easy to adjust the straps how you want, but as-drafted I wore my Sommar around a while and found my bust spilling out of the top. I went back and shortened the straps 3". And for the sake of transparency, it's possible I shortened my Zoey straps. I made it last year and therefore have no memory of what I did!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhI-Z8zEnCYVYy94od8qI2d7LWu9bKxX8iah_aBkZjGqNOqUZaeM6ELEzyfR6mm-kCGgG_w7qsdU4dzjj1UJmQefPE9_gsqNQZ5oucA5tbWd0qN1nDpoBsmwMI5rQRsgdB8AWQpIz8rTSeBzvC3QVIXZpL8PcLt3wi7pqmfawtqnnYOCamftLJNmsbxAAk/s3088/IMG_0321.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Zoey Tank vs Sommar Camisole" border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhI-Z8zEnCYVYy94od8qI2d7LWu9bKxX8iah_aBkZjGqNOqUZaeM6ELEzyfR6mm-kCGgG_w7qsdU4dzjj1UJmQefPE9_gsqNQZ5oucA5tbWd0qN1nDpoBsmwMI5rQRsgdB8AWQpIz8rTSeBzvC3QVIXZpL8PcLt3wi7pqmfawtqnnYOCamftLJNmsbxAAk/w300-h400/IMG_0321.HEIC" title="Sommar Camisole" width="300" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPa1XbRZ1T2w2nCXBtbIbPxmDvZk1yaIzkQEIwvAZZ17e3tU_wran5gXvcztWVkxemghcHwWuycMQegf16gb91uPrvfDupvcQ6AQDsw25Gq4C7a_1iTRg1QOWfcYOE4TF0fjXU2hJKB8V1X7twE05_inYukgodBcdxiTpERQlAaue-db4gtCRi9HDialg/s3088/IMG_0316.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Zoey Tank vs Sommar Camisole" border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPa1XbRZ1T2w2nCXBtbIbPxmDvZk1yaIzkQEIwvAZZ17e3tU_wran5gXvcztWVkxemghcHwWuycMQegf16gb91uPrvfDupvcQ6AQDsw25Gq4C7a_1iTRg1QOWfcYOE4TF0fjXU2hJKB8V1X7twE05_inYukgodBcdxiTpERQlAaue-db4gtCRi9HDialg/w300-h400/IMG_0316.HEIC" title="Sommar Camisole" width="300" /></a></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Construction</h3><div>The construction method of these two is the same. The bodice is assembled and then binding is applied to the neckline, then binding is used as straps. I find this method pretty fiddly and annoying, to be honest, and I even have a coverstitch to make it easier. The results are nice, so maybe I'm just being a cranky old lady about the sewing.</div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Verdict</h3><div>I like them both! I'm not sure one person needs them both, however. I received the Sommar for free after applying to be a tester for it. If you are comfortable hacking patterns, then you could add a shelf bra to the Zoey without much trouble. It has way more options so it gives you more bang for your buck. If I could only recommend one, it would be Zoey.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDT9lk1UaBc_qBObwQ5eADx-PduXpTviNp20HudPnQV9TRLkvl5kB-jExJdshavAnY-0IuBxgDRuPZCXhdXwZuDnUaKGvmSeJSuVRoAyH5rVoLN5L0IsPmoFISk60dWkjkow2qm3pbtOZESKV5jTE4oM4RYTy7rpYIK5CtT-gF2iLLbV3WhVWBErUt-SA/s3088/IMG_0307.HEIC" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Zoey Tank vs Sommar Camisole" border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDT9lk1UaBc_qBObwQ5eADx-PduXpTviNp20HudPnQV9TRLkvl5kB-jExJdshavAnY-0IuBxgDRuPZCXhdXwZuDnUaKGvmSeJSuVRoAyH5rVoLN5L0IsPmoFISk60dWkjkow2qm3pbtOZESKV5jTE4oM4RYTy7rpYIK5CtT-gF2iLLbV3WhVWBErUt-SA/w300-h400/IMG_0307.HEIC" title="Zoey Tank" width="300" /></a></div><br /><div>Have you made either of these patterns yet? Are you rocking crop tops as much as this old mother of three?</div></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgY9kPUttwP5fE-4Avz3WZ_QYWrnZdcHeDVcC4WlWUH_cbbhyJVf3_refdvdXLpgcWYrUh04dv4x7POK2pKBXH07B3F1KzAFkIb533OI7f3koe1IoaUb_svANEUW-uQJzJQ0JjWeg4vuosjV3-Pq2Alhzevn1CTCbybp0EoOpBgYaVUB-4U1-zQfdgNKxY/s1080/Instagram%20Post%20-%20Zoey%20vs%20Sommar.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Zoey Tank vs Sommar Camisole" border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgY9kPUttwP5fE-4Avz3WZ_QYWrnZdcHeDVcC4WlWUH_cbbhyJVf3_refdvdXLpgcWYrUh04dv4x7POK2pKBXH07B3F1KzAFkIb533OI7f3koe1IoaUb_svANEUW-uQJzJQ0JjWeg4vuosjV3-Pq2Alhzevn1CTCbybp0EoOpBgYaVUB-4U1-zQfdgNKxY/w320-h320/Instagram%20Post%20-%20Zoey%20vs%20Sommar.jpg" width="320" /></a></div>110 Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12740139592563988097noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733005898566155607.post-40602872980225195392023-03-29T09:04:00.001-04:002023-03-29T09:04:00.160-04:00Pattern Hack: Using Trim as a SleeveThis post is part of a series this month about the Anno and Pum <a href="https://apparelpatternmaking.com/home-2/shop/s16-peasant-top-sewing-pattern/" target="_blank">Kids' Peasant Sleeve Top</a> by <a href="https://apparelpatternmaking.com/" target="_blank">Apparel Pattern Making</a>. So far, I've shown how you can <a href="http://www.110creations.com/2023/03/pattern-hack-lengthen-blouse-to-tunic.html" target="_blank">lengthen a blouse to a tunic</a>, and <a href="https://www.110creations.com/2023/03/how-to-sew-french-seams-with-side-seam.html" target="_blank">how to sew French seams with a side seam split</a>. The last hack for this adorable top is to swap the flutter sleeve for a cute pre-made trim sleeve.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZnRdm4vZlimiFaDLGbpZQp95hgRXtTyBOCReSz3nHBWP3jzW8Ci8nbPxh440igzO1Czyecx4IagByTBN6elI__3KLFXICDG-OyQbz9A0x8IWEHr8JkVa411i4Lt7SgKuAkcf454-xof-qkDltbLZUk_0USD1ZqexcJQIfD1N6nrE5O47s-X25Lnc_/s2000/Trim%20Sleeve%20Pattern%20Hack.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="How to Use Trim as a Sleeve" border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="2000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZnRdm4vZlimiFaDLGbpZQp95hgRXtTyBOCReSz3nHBWP3jzW8Ci8nbPxh440igzO1Czyecx4IagByTBN6elI__3KLFXICDG-OyQbz9A0x8IWEHr8JkVa411i4Lt7SgKuAkcf454-xof-qkDltbLZUk_0USD1ZqexcJQIfD1N6nrE5O47s-X25Lnc_/w400-h320/Trim%20Sleeve%20Pattern%20Hack.png" width="400" /></a></div><div><div><br /></div><div>As-drafted, the pattern calls for a cap sleeve on the top part of the armscythe, and the bottom part is finished with bias tape. This method replaces the cap sleeve portion with trim, and then finishes the entire armscythe seam allowance with bias tape.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYcJvabc-NgO6QaLQaBDTgni2ISUH7bJojbd9rIvNPsaQfMS4h6rDAPyi_DnV-yVyPA6-9LAW4yex2vH9vu-0qnsf_-K4EeSoBb_I0UaYdexMBwatMbcDGIzQ3U3ur1I9NxVeLVTjEJN955Z4ISYdmXEqwH3l4KzesF38163yr6Hvk4Aj3HdOQp6Wj/s4032/trim%20sleeve%20hack%201.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYcJvabc-NgO6QaLQaBDTgni2ISUH7bJojbd9rIvNPsaQfMS4h6rDAPyi_DnV-yVyPA6-9LAW4yex2vH9vu-0qnsf_-K4EeSoBb_I0UaYdexMBwatMbcDGIzQ3U3ur1I9NxVeLVTjEJN955Z4ISYdmXEqwH3l4KzesF38163yr6Hvk4Aj3HdOQp6Wj/w300-h400/trim%20sleeve%20hack%201.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>You will need: the cap sleeve pattern piece, the bias tape pattern piece, some ready-made trim and either fabric or bias tape. My trim is vintage and thrifted from a garage sale, but it was the perfect match for this Tencel woven from Jo-Ann's. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8X5FJfNIw3Ws5G9wgbQOjW9mVknb5SW9NxhsJqUhpO3VE112VkCVkAYpJVupqUJenUlf-5Zr5jKYrK-GxwjfpZYtjJLrJF7TCVsxiQAVuuYyJkTf7Tl8Z0fJjanKSnUfEF01qZ_nKFCtxuBKmIuaovg5MYc51vZKcqCSzGwPNjADbHngPUkGZUPdN/s4032/trim%20sleeve%20hack%202.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="How to Use Trim as a Sleeve" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8X5FJfNIw3Ws5G9wgbQOjW9mVknb5SW9NxhsJqUhpO3VE112VkCVkAYpJVupqUJenUlf-5Zr5jKYrK-GxwjfpZYtjJLrJF7TCVsxiQAVuuYyJkTf7Tl8Z0fJjanKSnUfEF01qZ_nKFCtxuBKmIuaovg5MYc51vZKcqCSzGwPNjADbHngPUkGZUPdN/w300-h400/trim%20sleeve%20hack%202.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>Line the trim up through the center of the pattern, and cut two pieces. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxH99EyBBvBwjLdDiOmKbIe5bL9jWgCnAWsN94oA_XQgHWAbvXwzC4wGQ3UavHe446lm-U7eVsdvJPI1urb1oxNX2i4zMaLCZxo83biXN-MOaRudeCxSgtgW8BssGchyEvak82BnPjp4bzfkycNDJg5fTijQq6J-5xKYvCdVbFvMFAXXmSoPxMb8pw/s4032/trim%20sleeve%20hack%205.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxH99EyBBvBwjLdDiOmKbIe5bL9jWgCnAWsN94oA_XQgHWAbvXwzC4wGQ3UavHe446lm-U7eVsdvJPI1urb1oxNX2i4zMaLCZxo83biXN-MOaRudeCxSgtgW8BssGchyEvak82BnPjp4bzfkycNDJg5fTijQq6J-5xKYvCdVbFvMFAXXmSoPxMb8pw/w300-h400/trim%20sleeve%20hack%205.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>Before sewing the trim to the bodice, you will need to finish the short ends of the trim. How you do this will depend on the trim, but I just folded mine down and sewed it with a simple hem.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5m5rSqGhdkjPgqbGGeZsWCObj5RpKSAkS1ymj_qaLtIsZdSswziqdeLwaZzNQ_ZACVZt39fbSYHwWoTk7LtCpBijSeyASCC3uLKVTga09YLIRatOwUKqugabIoHcw6HFQePCT8ITCd8mZHBBSy7DwbydI6pmydbN_QzAWkwledg44GvJOsmUcaUIf/s4032/trim%20sleeve%20hack%206.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5m5rSqGhdkjPgqbGGeZsWCObj5RpKSAkS1ymj_qaLtIsZdSswziqdeLwaZzNQ_ZACVZt39fbSYHwWoTk7LtCpBijSeyASCC3uLKVTga09YLIRatOwUKqugabIoHcw6HFQePCT8ITCd8mZHBBSy7DwbydI6pmydbN_QzAWkwledg44GvJOsmUcaUIf/w300-h400/trim%20sleeve%20hack%206.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>Sew up the bodice until you have the shoulders joined, but before you sew the side seams.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhm9US_AUtOSAhapFaxroNuZs-LxsZEvqPAlFpwAO140rdSr-J9Zk47VpARtyQP_eyRFFaES4tSQ2pJvHRIjnDqiQKl40YwE13Zw8OAn_S6B1gVA2MBU_CFPV3vkgCIhiW6BG1z-eN1RuwN0dSsynJ2jVFnrwZvNWBAMO0V00yyjjWonEkhC4oDQsv6/s4032/trim%20sleeve%20hack%203.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhm9US_AUtOSAhapFaxroNuZs-LxsZEvqPAlFpwAO140rdSr-J9Zk47VpARtyQP_eyRFFaES4tSQ2pJvHRIjnDqiQKl40YwE13Zw8OAn_S6B1gVA2MBU_CFPV3vkgCIhiW6BG1z-eN1RuwN0dSsynJ2jVFnrwZvNWBAMO0V00yyjjWonEkhC4oDQsv6/w300-h400/trim%20sleeve%20hack%203.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>Find the center of the piece of trim and place that on the shoulder sleeve, pinning or clipping it in place right sides together.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhESbbRmNKrbCaKYqOnGuO9JN72noSuS7N_Fp8c4NFzrS7ZpLtzT51QhOf85yy9zNucKKP7zcpEsXI-o07jR1F_SXl3k6TlX5MtVJA3lV1IKGM91T1cHH3cEyaEXiXmKOsoVsfDN55jvxBMRKq36FIKVz6KNjm1yirgyjlkiL4D5a9RFa0EHvlCFwFU/s4032/trim%20sleeve%20hack%204.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhESbbRmNKrbCaKYqOnGuO9JN72noSuS7N_Fp8c4NFzrS7ZpLtzT51QhOf85yy9zNucKKP7zcpEsXI-o07jR1F_SXl3k6TlX5MtVJA3lV1IKGM91T1cHH3cEyaEXiXmKOsoVsfDN55jvxBMRKq36FIKVz6KNjm1yirgyjlkiL4D5a9RFa0EHvlCFwFU/w300-h400/trim%20sleeve%20hack%204.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><br /><div><div>Sew the trim to the opening for the sleeve.</div></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-PB4xKgH22UKAsDUhS8xKWOAh77aeEcT3bLa6kixSR7B9v9DTIq6ot8_MNdwzc-bdSs_TJCXxpw7eaCorzctovrI4Z1PeE4S3yaPARw6bV1ubrc1MhMI8_Owh2KxaCOVyMLM3VBzhh2h27TKoo3V84X3V0reT__U8OQqBC5jue2Hr4ah6j5Q2e0Hf/s4032/trim%20sleeve%20hack%207.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-PB4xKgH22UKAsDUhS8xKWOAh77aeEcT3bLa6kixSR7B9v9DTIq6ot8_MNdwzc-bdSs_TJCXxpw7eaCorzctovrI4Z1PeE4S3yaPARw6bV1ubrc1MhMI8_Owh2KxaCOVyMLM3VBzhh2h27TKoo3V84X3V0reT__U8OQqBC5jue2Hr4ah6j5Q2e0Hf/w300-h400/trim%20sleeve%20hack%207.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>Sew the side seams, using the <a href="https://www.110creations.com/2023/03/how-to-sew-french-seams-with-side-seam.html" target="_blank">French seam hack</a> if you want!</div><div><div><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgr-lbkVOweT94c3h4pIQBkdR0EzD0kYaOf2qN7XMEGpRmwEwqIUoq4jrBE9LOFsOyP8ktVtDpcnRZei7x8BArc4El4GpRRykbT6RpH76XfiHhmij1Q3KKtzz_ux_eb1e1WxrC9r_qLtSyM1S4eQgaV_7_bK0chMGnUHEXrOBdudFPH1ciXE6lVh7zb/s4032/trim%20sleeve%20hack%208.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgr-lbkVOweT94c3h4pIQBkdR0EzD0kYaOf2qN7XMEGpRmwEwqIUoq4jrBE9LOFsOyP8ktVtDpcnRZei7x8BArc4El4GpRRykbT6RpH76XfiHhmij1Q3KKtzz_ux_eb1e1WxrC9r_qLtSyM1S4eQgaV_7_bK0chMGnUHEXrOBdudFPH1ciXE6lVh7zb/w300-h400/trim%20sleeve%20hack%208.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><br /><div>The binding for the armscythe seam allowance will need to be cut twice as long as the pattern piece. Right sides together, pin or clip the bias binding to the seam allowance, and sew directly over the previous stitching line from sewing the trim to the armscythe. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAZDywqFIu-hQDtj09y9TU8eEzi8FhuLuiQazFaLqCehePab3w3JwpvE2ODAyh8xUQ4ustVohgzK2cGDSQ3NsafXV3oULdFIKjKNAE4IVRhv_aiBgggGy_5gWi6fMSAR5_VFclJ1H3VsWU8acGJ54OqwNd-AZpMnmyo2MMYP1FkauZ8QZgPH1lsgHm/s4032/trim%20sleeve%20hack%209.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiAZDywqFIu-hQDtj09y9TU8eEzi8FhuLuiQazFaLqCehePab3w3JwpvE2ODAyh8xUQ4ustVohgzK2cGDSQ3NsafXV3oULdFIKjKNAE4IVRhv_aiBgggGy_5gWi6fMSAR5_VFclJ1H3VsWU8acGJ54OqwNd-AZpMnmyo2MMYP1FkauZ8QZgPH1lsgHm/w300-h400/trim%20sleeve%20hack%209.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>Wrap the bias binding over the seam allowance and sew it down again, making sure you're only catching the seam allowances and binding and not the top itself.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEib98OG_uZCV369ytJKdhclgyBaqbTJOePFjN2dZK67eTS9Cn4cNH6I7VNSsEYcJgkUtEzkCXKyJJsc5cQPPjPTaqGWQRqYF9RZI1jf7-XbK3h6buFeCvfjNNRbLG9zSYgqgYmf5i3pXp4-RpNb-Kq8j-PA1X3BWyOjJ4ewvB6mLfDBXFWQyGLGxLUi/s4032/trim%20sleeve%20hack%2010.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEib98OG_uZCV369ytJKdhclgyBaqbTJOePFjN2dZK67eTS9Cn4cNH6I7VNSsEYcJgkUtEzkCXKyJJsc5cQPPjPTaqGWQRqYF9RZI1jf7-XbK3h6buFeCvfjNNRbLG9zSYgqgYmf5i3pXp4-RpNb-Kq8j-PA1X3BWyOjJ4ewvB6mLfDBXFWQyGLGxLUi/w300-h400/trim%20sleeve%20hack%2010.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><br /><div>You're done! From the outside, you will not see any stitching around the armscythe. If your seam allowances poke out at all, you can tack them down to the side and/or shoulder seams to keep them from rolling out.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgv7G0tDy4YRC1vRBUi3zIRfG5z9cs_3TA8cFgPCszlHUcRGN--sJ5e6M4xDHnzNTBlyJy0--XdMTiCauIzyAjvA8IxOORdFicYhotwTIGt1SCwUMVXnk_db8eG_z5VbcLrfEsgvEl8Tua_ME2ZCdB8VS1uhJdX18OJT1BkctoqF3CyNVkS1q5gl7cs/s4032/trim%20sleeve%20hack%2011.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgv7G0tDy4YRC1vRBUi3zIRfG5z9cs_3TA8cFgPCszlHUcRGN--sJ5e6M4xDHnzNTBlyJy0--XdMTiCauIzyAjvA8IxOORdFicYhotwTIGt1SCwUMVXnk_db8eG_z5VbcLrfEsgvEl8Tua_ME2ZCdB8VS1uhJdX18OJT1BkctoqF3CyNVkS1q5gl7cs/w300-h400/trim%20sleeve%20hack%2011.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><br /><div>This tunic will be my daughter's Easter outfit this year, and she's so excited about it!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifnyUbVYwY5B-bRRLmCPRemMskQQKwlkKWFyablW643n758IRVlUerrzw7U8x5QytFxm7fcdq1vfEZrOpJQ5Gh19TdHJ0YAwhHMe7JQBquYs_3LO_rNVG6Q1Do_IdxhxvHerntYqQ1nL15UO9r0rw-VDkOWKyc02kDkL2j2m-f2BYmGoYsJKihcyGz/s4032/Peasant%20Blouse%20Tunic%203.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifnyUbVYwY5B-bRRLmCPRemMskQQKwlkKWFyablW643n758IRVlUerrzw7U8x5QytFxm7fcdq1vfEZrOpJQ5Gh19TdHJ0YAwhHMe7JQBquYs_3LO_rNVG6Q1Do_IdxhxvHerntYqQ1nL15UO9r0rw-VDkOWKyc02kDkL2j2m-f2BYmGoYsJKihcyGz/w480-h640/Peasant%20Blouse%20Tunic%203.JPG" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><i style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">I am a freelancer for <a href="https://apparelpatternmaking.com/product-category/home-sewing-patterns/" target="_blank">Anno and Pum Patterns</a> and received this pattern for free.</i></div></div>110 Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12740139592563988097noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733005898566155607.post-11805973937478891462023-03-23T08:53:00.001-04:002023-03-23T08:53:00.159-04:00Pattern Hack: Lengthen a Blouse to a Tunic<div style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">A great way to add longevity to a kid’s top pattern is to lengthen it into a tunic. Today, I have a tutorial using the <a href="https://apparelpatternmaking.com/home-2/shop/s16-peasant-top-sewing-pattern/" target="_blank">Anno and Pum Kid’s Peasant Top sewing pattern</a> to do just that!</span></div><div style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div><div style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiChYYsAZ7GO39zIJwawc48upThd0DrkwXKEUTCMqi2bAZ-jzPI5a8sSapB0G8uzpJ5qTqEkONT048JqRqP3wXbwhAjmcm3IOoBJmP_UAIKx7k6qxBbDPSVIp3kQfg9PPA90CxyKorKQmyXppiZD6rCT14ogIsUbT2x3Z-TZna5sQby6LIavendJQCS/s1500/Pinterest%20Pin%20-%20Blouse%20to%20Tunic.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Pattern Hack: Lengthen a Blouse to a Tunic" border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1000" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiChYYsAZ7GO39zIJwawc48upThd0DrkwXKEUTCMqi2bAZ-jzPI5a8sSapB0G8uzpJ5qTqEkONT048JqRqP3wXbwhAjmcm3IOoBJmP_UAIKx7k6qxBbDPSVIp3kQfg9PPA90CxyKorKQmyXppiZD6rCT14ogIsUbT2x3Z-TZna5sQby6LIavendJQCS/w266-h400/Pinterest%20Pin%20-%20Blouse%20to%20Tunic.png" width="266" /></a></div></div><div style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: left;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">There are two ways to lengthen a garment into a tunic. First, you can add length vertically without changing the width of the hem line. Use this method if it’s your first time pattern hacking, it is easier and faster. It is also suitable if the child you’re sewing for is straight up and down, without much hip width.</span></div><span id="docs-internal-guid-adaea816-7fff-ae31-9a58-66acb9fc072a"><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgp4-N7RUVhkWePDmhiTSwNJUzXHNLkIr79dY4-8yGc_J8Gih7b-rnegarxAJkcHuacGO_VhY473-5I-VjtcbjmX_JbfejqSkXTgT4AsMZbAS70QF49QTXEOBhy_s-0yHc0sZQaBSJUevmknwASuIMeUFLBv6aCh6cNmJ6ViCLJui0QUdIytQUUhaOl/s382/tunic%20hack%20length%20only.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Pattern Hack: Lengthen a Blouse to a Tunic" border="0" data-original-height="382" data-original-width="175" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgp4-N7RUVhkWePDmhiTSwNJUzXHNLkIr79dY4-8yGc_J8Gih7b-rnegarxAJkcHuacGO_VhY473-5I-VjtcbjmX_JbfejqSkXTgT4AsMZbAS70QF49QTXEOBhy_s-0yHc0sZQaBSJUevmknwASuIMeUFLBv6aCh6cNmJ6ViCLJui0QUdIytQUUhaOl/w184-h400/tunic%20hack%20length%20only.JPG" width="184" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Adding length only</i></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The second method adds length vertically and also adds width to the hem. I am using this method in this tutorial. I am making this top for my 6 year old daughter because she has some hip width that requires extra ease. </span></p><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGsPMJrqNg3RkcWEMszlCstpyPGde9ud-Hb7j93OJUR16Dt_O79xGUZCveZrsTEl7hjSddMYdCsaMYB1k6H8KRseWVomadg5svT9phUxfPbOUB5BtXS_MAZzk7qrW_yTZAm3f5dR9hCzImp0n91kcBxAqSzBXms8kNbQhPSiPOHEUqAL5--QtrY-q0/s387/tunic%20hack%20length-n-width.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Pattern Hack: Lengthen a Blouse to a Tunic" border="0" data-original-height="387" data-original-width="183" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGsPMJrqNg3RkcWEMszlCstpyPGde9ud-Hb7j93OJUR16Dt_O79xGUZCveZrsTEl7hjSddMYdCsaMYB1k6H8KRseWVomadg5svT9phUxfPbOUB5BtXS_MAZzk7qrW_yTZAm3f5dR9hCzImp0n91kcBxAqSzBXms8kNbQhPSiPOHEUqAL5--QtrY-q0/w189-h400/tunic%20hack%20length-n-width.JPG" width="189" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Adding length and width</i></div><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">To start, you will need the front and back pattern pieces, and an idea of how much length you would like to add. I am making the 7-8 size and adding 4 inches. I love this </span><a href="https://amzn.to/40lXJSw" style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;" target="_blank">Omnigrip ruler</a><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"> that is 4” wide. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsWtb1UalXq6XOe7jsytujNTnFVg51NrtbCz0pL3-rws5OmClwygcuNTEoc5sUo8Qi9sKcBoZJiKQgZD0y_CKEnLYQG4HZuMFlFl1cPRTdAOzW_sedN5vKYlCpupHNoXQ3g9khUlR6lxtKZH7fkz4PKtDsja17pejxm9SGz2WVZC4a9sTijKk2pl8K/s4032/Tunic%20Hack%201.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Pattern Hack: Lengthen a Blouse to a Tunic" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsWtb1UalXq6XOe7jsytujNTnFVg51NrtbCz0pL3-rws5OmClwygcuNTEoc5sUo8Qi9sKcBoZJiKQgZD0y_CKEnLYQG4HZuMFlFl1cPRTdAOzW_sedN5vKYlCpupHNoXQ3g9khUlR6lxtKZH7fkz4PKtDsja17pejxm9SGz2WVZC4a9sTijKk2pl8K/w480-h640/Tunic%20Hack%201.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Select a place that is about mid-way down the pattern piece and place your ruler perpendicular to the center front line . Mine is 5” down from the point of the armscythe (remember this number, as you will repeat the process on the back piece). Draw a line horizontally across the pattern piece.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5waDrR9fQeFUTlQYk-56KBfu8roMXdvDCkabszRYqaqCzrSV2HyfsZhDb5VagbKx_EDcP7VcRfnbwehn3HBixmQLwx3YjlpWLH9sn7TKjT6ZWWE-GIKIBReFGX02eTYd9V9YHuoigIHaRX3thHDfp52u4ZMk-8UZAJ2n5LlsfJDRA-bo8zyccjjcx/s4032/Tunic%20Hack%202.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5waDrR9fQeFUTlQYk-56KBfu8roMXdvDCkabszRYqaqCzrSV2HyfsZhDb5VagbKx_EDcP7VcRfnbwehn3HBixmQLwx3YjlpWLH9sn7TKjT6ZWWE-GIKIBReFGX02eTYd9V9YHuoigIHaRX3thHDfp52u4ZMk-8UZAJ2n5LlsfJDRA-bo8zyccjjcx/w480-h640/Tunic%20Hack%202.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p>Repeat the process on the back pattern piece.</span><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDpOQ7IaZMZgpvZ6alSuJbx4n2krvW_gOWBj52QfPYIU8bIyADzLWzEZ5L74kFPUQMVqxxMfjgxw9ikKkeyFraA8GC3yg5KIGgENM6K3p8Cbu0tNAx8wb3cnWY63bcuNmoOR1iY7QE3VAwnjkVmz-XLikTPBMH4-gYjlExDaLXfVafeEXJgBoIf0nX/s4032/Tunic%20Hack%203.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDpOQ7IaZMZgpvZ6alSuJbx4n2krvW_gOWBj52QfPYIU8bIyADzLWzEZ5L74kFPUQMVqxxMfjgxw9ikKkeyFraA8GC3yg5KIGgENM6K3p8Cbu0tNAx8wb3cnWY63bcuNmoOR1iY7QE3VAwnjkVmz-XLikTPBMH4-gYjlExDaLXfVafeEXJgBoIf0nX/w480-h640/Tunic%20Hack%203.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></p></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-3-44bHOiihTY_BKOhbA3tKZUWw0ZQL4S7EY5fMTcxD5PTHK8-YrjpfGv1s_x97ClY1F6tmoVAiBa7jp1Wk4Imo810qasdK3DUaYXgzWpmu2MsJ5F7mEmVnhpaxzwHgdbGFJ9Uhd3PNm9ncqV4m_BLHc7TP-TvR2T6Lu4bM2LstxeKIs8X_7NUmF0/s4032/Tunic%20Hack%204.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-3-44bHOiihTY_BKOhbA3tKZUWw0ZQL4S7EY5fMTcxD5PTHK8-YrjpfGv1s_x97ClY1F6tmoVAiBa7jp1Wk4Imo810qasdK3DUaYXgzWpmu2MsJ5F7mEmVnhpaxzwHgdbGFJ9Uhd3PNm9ncqV4m_BLHc7TP-TvR2T6Lu4bM2LstxeKIs8X_7NUmF0/w480-h640/Tunic%20Hack%204.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Cut along the horizontal lines.</span></span><div><span><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></span></span></div><div><span><span style="font-family: Arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO-H9Hdq5W_CWko92DkQ1F1PXpAJ2ekMfwCf6aC89vWwGxENkSYl0y34-xIWSdnG43RajknPuPQZfJSay0mTyfNL3qdT5HCMflzwqWnPvFwrX9gDa2e8vhMVJ-vkG2vYaBvy92SQqCnRiCR88JHjCvAXSzI8aQ0bcLmPIBG0y9QWksaCLHV5dFa-5c/s4032/Tunic%20Hack%205.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjO-H9Hdq5W_CWko92DkQ1F1PXpAJ2ekMfwCf6aC89vWwGxENkSYl0y34-xIWSdnG43RajknPuPQZfJSay0mTyfNL3qdT5HCMflzwqWnPvFwrX9gDa2e8vhMVJ-vkG2vYaBvy92SQqCnRiCR88JHjCvAXSzI8aQ0bcLmPIBG0y9QWksaCLHV5dFa-5c/w480-h640/Tunic%20Hack%205.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></span></span></div><div><span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The next steps are much easier if you happen to have a cutting mat with 1” grid squares. Take the top part of your front pattern piece and align it on a vertical and horizontal straight. Next, take the bottom portion of this same pattern piece and move it straight down 4” (again, this is much easier with a grid underneath). Because I am also adding width at the hemline, I moved my pattern piece 1” to the left (away from the center line). If you are not adding width, you will not do this step.</span></p><div><span><br /></span></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4E-yzwvr4d8QHLO3SMDMUaQm4Hk8UcphAINVZUl9A0nYeNgFuHtvIilNExZcKJ-KMWC5nhq_Un3-nRKBnyiKfxzwEpcDiN1GjPYguXga242jOQyZ_0DIrCzR7cyGsWxQpmgjUSmK8SZLMObF3yJWjyEMnVzigsyxWB4Ts2njCbPhk-arp-5JF7sox/s4032/Tunic%20Hack%207.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4E-yzwvr4d8QHLO3SMDMUaQm4Hk8UcphAINVZUl9A0nYeNgFuHtvIilNExZcKJ-KMWC5nhq_Un3-nRKBnyiKfxzwEpcDiN1GjPYguXga242jOQyZ_0DIrCzR7cyGsWxQpmgjUSmK8SZLMObF3yJWjyEMnVzigsyxWB4Ts2njCbPhk-arp-5JF7sox/w480-h640/Tunic%20Hack%207.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><span><br /></span></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">At this point, you will need to fill in the pattern with extra paper. You can lay tracing paper on top and make a totally new piece, or you can put it underneath, tape it together, and draw new lines. I added the vertical center front line, sketched in the 1” of new hemline, and also redrew the side seam.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhip979WISuvJ5KRAEOlu0ISLZTHXlOC3liGJzKT3IDBgQ6nQ8tDGcppF1NZXannzUaY82VBtarl5UypSr0kFDEAB_qa3_26qRHkhgmi58Z91udYCgMKk36QvqDpWG-AnOBC4wNNxzL0a_-xYIEkeVzB8LdAvvHfZ24zZH5L5Ni6asaOzD7DslteWi_/s4032/Tunic%20Hack%208.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhip979WISuvJ5KRAEOlu0ISLZTHXlOC3liGJzKT3IDBgQ6nQ8tDGcppF1NZXannzUaY82VBtarl5UypSr0kFDEAB_qa3_26qRHkhgmi58Z91udYCgMKk36QvqDpWG-AnOBC4wNNxzL0a_-xYIEkeVzB8LdAvvHfZ24zZH5L5Ni6asaOzD7DslteWi_/w480-h640/Tunic%20Hack%208.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><p></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Use a ruler to draw the new side seam, connecting a point from the end of the armscythe to the hem (this pattern has a split side seam, so my bottom point is just above the split).</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgykuhlQ4HxHZi2NYJ0LWyljdWEUL_UVNXlnjtNAkMFq9-b1AbIrnYGgjMBOs_7njiDcGMMP85H4WNBiIEXZUZjttnznt6Zv-0yzOaYdX392ySGlhSNsr65XVVHkWTpayeeDFMRGe3FTKisUMYQAjZ9VbcujNWXOQQfx-t8wV4KMCXClTgf3tYZ4Et6/s4032/Tunic%20Hack%209.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgykuhlQ4HxHZi2NYJ0LWyljdWEUL_UVNXlnjtNAkMFq9-b1AbIrnYGgjMBOs_7njiDcGMMP85H4WNBiIEXZUZjttnznt6Zv-0yzOaYdX392ySGlhSNsr65XVVHkWTpayeeDFMRGe3FTKisUMYQAjZ9VbcujNWXOQQfx-t8wV4KMCXClTgf3tYZ4Et6/w480-h640/Tunic%20Hack%209.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p>Here is my final pattern piece cut out.</span><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMpgeU7VN-UHzZc7BiG_q8G9s57fvvkfG4F8Fu8aH4-sX3On0Dj08c_lB2ldAc9b_-90NybBqh2rUQWFJl5eWMyDXX0qjYV7Of5WeennQov2I2tuURtAuAyykwxwYS_320NGrWYjfrVZMlnmJKX6mv7YxebNddxq3H2mGAhAtweQSN6xQH-kwoP5vb/s4032/Tunic%20Hack%2010.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMpgeU7VN-UHzZc7BiG_q8G9s57fvvkfG4F8Fu8aH4-sX3On0Dj08c_lB2ldAc9b_-90NybBqh2rUQWFJl5eWMyDXX0qjYV7Of5WeennQov2I2tuURtAuAyykwxwYS_320NGrWYjfrVZMlnmJKX6mv7YxebNddxq3H2mGAhAtweQSN6xQH-kwoP5vb/w480-h640/Tunic%20Hack%2010.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p>Repeat the process for your back piece. Move the bottom part 4” down and 1” over. </span><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbTVEslVlkzC2avf5XkYtLxi8JF0Y9hrF_sRV-RoTme8uRmmgy0Cxctiqk7wQRdWri2L5NvvVk6Vx-UxfRuVaTN9PJoKaAgXZ3D7b_TOA59lhZzTYlAg-cgy0kadkmTlDApE4t5_jvC-HUUgFJSNYOx4HRhJOD1mOtvq3D4WP7-kJGp5DE4JMpp3hh/s4032/Tunic%20Hack%2011.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbTVEslVlkzC2avf5XkYtLxi8JF0Y9hrF_sRV-RoTme8uRmmgy0Cxctiqk7wQRdWri2L5NvvVk6Vx-UxfRuVaTN9PJoKaAgXZ3D7b_TOA59lhZzTYlAg-cgy0kadkmTlDApE4t5_jvC-HUUgFJSNYOx4HRhJOD1mOtvq3D4WP7-kJGp5DE4JMpp3hh/w480-h640/Tunic%20Hack%2011.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p></span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Use a ruler to draw the side seam.</span><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVT-xQMXcPUbBpcLklHtJgx-BLcApwX2kkijVq_vZ-V-b-20VnP7mMZ_X3qfTO9I-DkFdg6y2czyIHCjulxwVDlAYyLtRn3nQa7gVUp8U-oStI3hZ716uc0iUD3tbNUzNfXInmbxp9RxRrUyyWC5RGrFcuIvO5xpJngxwsOLV1dIToPwhfPf2DaRFm/s4032/Tunic%20Hack%2012.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVT-xQMXcPUbBpcLklHtJgx-BLcApwX2kkijVq_vZ-V-b-20VnP7mMZ_X3qfTO9I-DkFdg6y2czyIHCjulxwVDlAYyLtRn3nQa7gVUp8U-oStI3hZ716uc0iUD3tbNUzNfXInmbxp9RxRrUyyWC5RGrFcuIvO5xpJngxwsOLV1dIToPwhfPf2DaRFm/w480-h640/Tunic%20Hack%2012.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Lay your final pattern pieces on top of each other to make sure that the side seams match up in length.</span><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi65ACol1wfdnTk-k2r46_-LCvU3Tu3-zWu-G_A0HEQBp2ecvLFhWPqFgXoLdTacY2I-2qb-Z7asLh_KN-VfqRC9gKhqeR6X_tRFPtOgUsk-SRU0MPHXvAJsaOfXC0HOJ9y8urZsORSW4wF9i3_LojnZp4CZBpa5xyw79XxwkdCgWQS5TjjMRfCltvM/s4032/Tunic%20Hack%2014.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi65ACol1wfdnTk-k2r46_-LCvU3Tu3-zWu-G_A0HEQBp2ecvLFhWPqFgXoLdTacY2I-2qb-Z7asLh_KN-VfqRC9gKhqeR6X_tRFPtOgUsk-SRU0MPHXvAJsaOfXC0HOJ9y8urZsORSW4wF9i3_LojnZp4CZBpa5xyw79XxwkdCgWQS5TjjMRfCltvM/w480-h640/Tunic%20Hack%2014.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">And here are your two final pattern pieces!</span><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEKyrhoIjgodBQWPOKwyj3TkA1mVLcjtZdcbe_29y2JSQRIddHSSAubHRFrXOglauH91UwC8xfMe6-9tKWyfP1zfW0ZdATrQZ4LF1kTt23w_uuHDY5KnPGTG8SA2rNbbSnyNSGVkryVsEnCCXHxkLsuzWBfpo-3lyaLythBsZuhWIL48Dqs7-V4xrd/s4032/Tunic%20Hack%2013.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEKyrhoIjgodBQWPOKwyj3TkA1mVLcjtZdcbe_29y2JSQRIddHSSAubHRFrXOglauH91UwC8xfMe6-9tKWyfP1zfW0ZdATrQZ4LF1kTt23w_uuHDY5KnPGTG8SA2rNbbSnyNSGVkryVsEnCCXHxkLsuzWBfpo-3lyaLythBsZuhWIL48Dqs7-V4xrd/w480-h640/Tunic%20Hack%2013.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p>Cut your fabric as normal and proceed with your pattern sewing instructions. Your top has now been hacked into a tunic! Your kiddo will enjoy years of wear as they get taller and the tunic is transformed into a top.</span></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh02VkpHL4SIkeucfsiFbONKP3FNsnDhCtWpzBm62vP8W8df_1IMjcFCeVUaVtf8AgMzFmN0SICev1PwfXKdHPjiTp1WIIXVp6dxndEUtJZWe0oWdPRgohjcUup56EsYB66U7DFzEZcStlIruaEwupeKxtr-rVoS3XRdC0guL6gKoG4rJ8aOZ2GegFo/s4032/Peasant%20Blouse%20tunic%201.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Anno and Pum Kid's Peasant Blouse hack" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh02VkpHL4SIkeucfsiFbONKP3FNsnDhCtWpzBm62vP8W8df_1IMjcFCeVUaVtf8AgMzFmN0SICev1PwfXKdHPjiTp1WIIXVp6dxndEUtJZWe0oWdPRgohjcUup56EsYB66U7DFzEZcStlIruaEwupeKxtr-rVoS3XRdC0guL6gKoG4rJ8aOZ2GegFo/w480-h640/Peasant%20Blouse%20tunic%201.JPG" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>If you like this trim sleeve, stay tuned for that hack next week!</i></div></span><span><div><br /></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><i style="background-color: white; color: #666666; font-size: 14.6667px;">I am a freelancer for Anno and Pum Patterns and received this pattern for free. This post contains affiliate links.</i></span></div></span></div>110 Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12740139592563988097noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733005898566155607.post-6884580903372517612023-03-20T10:07:00.002-04:002023-03-20T10:07:30.837-04:00Quality Fabric for Every Budget<div>These days, inflation is driving the price of goods sky high. Fabric is not immune to this trend, but as thoughtful garment makers we know that sacrificing quality for price is not worth it in the long run. How do you purchase good fabric without breaking the bank? Is it even possible? No matter what your budget, I have my own personal recommendations on where to look and how to source great quality at a range of price points.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsvULK26zQ3iS4-ofqbelZpPz1lgb8kbHywOSJQKCPk3KJiMRW-yK4mP6lsfFKFLoFoPx49p5wbY4_xqm-Ufepe3pXfzfhpQ9uUNDzh3XHyq6FIBK6eKgHpP_mMSW7egj82R9-0albQ16otucbhL0c1rN8Az7F6mm1xC2lxiu4mmjf40yr-7HQGBRy/s1500/Pinterest%20fabric%20budget.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Quality Fabric for Every Budget" border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1000" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsvULK26zQ3iS4-ofqbelZpPz1lgb8kbHywOSJQKCPk3KJiMRW-yK4mP6lsfFKFLoFoPx49p5wbY4_xqm-Ufepe3pXfzfhpQ9uUNDzh3XHyq6FIBK6eKgHpP_mMSW7egj82R9-0albQ16otucbhL0c1rN8Az7F6mm1xC2lxiu4mmjf40yr-7HQGBRy/w426-h640/Pinterest%20fabric%20budget.png" width="426" /></a></div><br /><div>A note about location: I am in the US and my experiences revolve around ordering and shipping here. I do order outside my country but typically only from Canada or Australia. It's rare that I order from the UK, so my experience with UK shops is severely limited! If you have some good sources, please leave them in a comment below.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyfeLX1d_gt0Oh98G4G5WcIOi448N9xzr52eXm1zm7E_C8kgCY3iLcE6DLM89E8M54_5uDcLWrHhg_hiWlgGFh1t0VecruYQ0Ad3ugVb6zNyttopClTBen3XIbxVhEzADll4cKS7aldZkBx3UchSL_pCUIyv936hMiEZgX4WkSI_AIBdqcBNjWD9Hb/s3088/IMG_8206.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyfeLX1d_gt0Oh98G4G5WcIOi448N9xzr52eXm1zm7E_C8kgCY3iLcE6DLM89E8M54_5uDcLWrHhg_hiWlgGFh1t0VecruYQ0Ad3ugVb6zNyttopClTBen3XIbxVhEzADll4cKS7aldZkBx3UchSL_pCUIyv936hMiEZgX4WkSI_AIBdqcBNjWD9Hb/w300-h400/IMG_8206.HEIC" width="300" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>rayon rib knit from LA Finch</i></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Budget-friendly</h3><div><br /></div><div>Shopping online for fabric is intimidating if you don't have a trusted source. Sometimes prices look too good to be true, and you might question how 100% linen can be $5/yard. This is where deadstock fabric comes in. Deadstock is fabric that has had a previous life in a fashion collection or design house. Basically, it's leftovers! It's often a small amount that has been purchased at a low price and is being resold by a fabric retailer. It's limited, it's one-of-kind, and despite the low price is often high quality. </div><div><br /></div><div>My favorite deadstock retailers are <a href="https://www.lafinchfabrics.com/" target="_blank">LA Finch Fabrics</a> and <a href="https://www.fabricmartfabrics.com/" target="_blank">Fabric Mart</a>. I am constantly amazed at their low prices, and then always happy with the high quality. Almost all of my wool coating comes from FM because it's so affordable (under $30/yard for 100% wool, and even cashmere once!) and amazing. Josie at LA Finch is located in the heart of the LA fashion district and therefore has ready access to deadstock from those designers. She always carries interesting fabrics and I feel like I have an order on the way from her at all times.</div><div><br /></div><div>A word of caution about deadstock retailers: if you love it, buy it. Nothing haunts us like the unique fabric we didn't buy that never came around again. Ask me how I know.</div><div><br /></div><div>Another budget-friendly retailer is <a href="https://fabrics-store.com/">fabrics-store.com</a>. Yes. The name looks fake. If you get on their website and look at their prices, you'll think it can't be real. I can assure you, they are real! Fabrics-store.com does one thing and does it well: linen. Tons of different weights, weaves, and colors. They have, by far, the best prices for linen and I've liked all the pieces I've gotten from them.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7Sj7y-RE6jeLUtryKga4Q5AcTQMX4wugCCfBvvOwn1CFP_8K2ptIRxLQru_AkvgPu4YoLPzTIqPvY99rWu5u1msaYy_rC9i1diGmWC8t5rKqfRChzNOfYoCsKWOP-UomMdObLv7cSLYmw0z46R4e9q_A1EHxpMRwxZsTVyVaUyVi7N3Kr5yOg6WFv/s1100/merino_union5.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1100" data-original-width="800" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7Sj7y-RE6jeLUtryKga4Q5AcTQMX4wugCCfBvvOwn1CFP_8K2ptIRxLQru_AkvgPu4YoLPzTIqPvY99rWu5u1msaYy_rC9i1diGmWC8t5rKqfRChzNOfYoCsKWOP-UomMdObLv7cSLYmw0z46R4e9q_A1EHxpMRwxZsTVyVaUyVi7N3Kr5yOg6WFv/w291-h400/merino_union5.jpg" width="291" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>wool jersey from The Fabric Store</i></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Mid-range</h3><div><br /></div><div>If you're looking for something specific and can't find it among the deadstock sellers, you may need to graduate to a more mid-tier retailer. Their selection will be wider but their prices may also be a bit higher. My go-to mid-range fabric seller is <a href="https://www.moodfabrics.com/" target="_blank">Mood Fabrics</a>. They sell absolutely everything. Rayon velvet? 400 search results. Hemp jersey? 1600 results. They also carry highly unique trims and buttons. When you can't find something specific, check Mood.</div><div><br /></div><div>Mood carries deadstock as well, helping to keep fabric out of landfills and their prices manageable. The New York store is located in the fashion district and makes Mood a seller you can trust.</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://thefabricstoreonline.com/" target="_blank">The Fabric Store</a> is located in Australia and they are my go-to for nice wool knits. They also carry Liberty of London if that's your thing. Their prices are not cheap, but I'm adding them to this category because they often run really good sales. Since they're in the opposite hemisphere from me, it feels like their sales work in my favor. My all-time favorite wool t-shirt is made from a jersey from there. They ship DHL to the states and always quickly.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbEjiYFW0fCc1U3KxUV_NpS1hy4bW6uw71t0m1X28WjVb4gk8E8kmJcFS_iNvL5FLRvBDagc0SwR71aUJk5nAVmZcyqYh8fB2UUvuHZw9n3z-53tXimoHodp-1gRpPEwjA6Ag5D-CJbDq6mEGrpwVVOq_1pQA4f5CIpw1Tq4YAA2hcVEilJ__h1hjc/s3088/IMG_7990.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbEjiYFW0fCc1U3KxUV_NpS1hy4bW6uw71t0m1X28WjVb4gk8E8kmJcFS_iNvL5FLRvBDagc0SwR71aUJk5nAVmZcyqYh8fB2UUvuHZw9n3z-53tXimoHodp-1gRpPEwjA6Ag5D-CJbDq6mEGrpwVVOq_1pQA4f5CIpw1Tq4YAA2hcVEilJ__h1hjc/w300-h400/IMG_7990.HEIC" width="300" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>wool blend coating from Emma One Sock</i></div><div><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">High End</h3><div><br /></div><div>You've been sewing for a while. You're feeling more confident in your skills and you want to splurge a little on a special fabric. Who can you trust at the high end of the fabric shopping scale?</div><div><br /></div><div>I'm going to slide another deadstock retailer in here who tends to have higher end fabrics at higher end prices. <a href="https://www.emmaonesock.com/" target="_blank">Emma One Sock</a> has, quite possibly, the most off-putting website to an elder Millennial like myself, but I can assure you that their fabrics are stunning. They provide a ton of photos, Pantone color details, and even links to coordinates. In addition to deadstock they keep a steady stock of high-end basics like wool crepe, linen knits, and linings.</div><div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://www.blackbirdfabrics.com/en-us" target="_blank">Blackbird Fabrics</a> carries just about everything I could ever want. Wool coatings. Yarn dyed linens. My favorite cotton/modal jersey. I would not qualify them as affordable but I will say that any time I order, I know that I'll be happy with the cost to quality ratio. It's probably a good thing that their fabrics aren't cheaper or I'd be shopping there all the time.</div></div><div><br /></div><div>Did I leave anyone off the list? Who do you trust for consistent quality fabric?</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://payhip.com/b/qJWB9" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrJ79pjwczcZKnBiFB3HL2EKahq-4yx1Fqgp4XvPr26jbIo9bb0MRjYzM68wn8qxPtKRwvrGi6nl3UdFvYMkAOffUr5VnCUQUtLyqlrwIBrgrt547gYcrjbsxunySzwK_2srPGoXWoAIGl5Rl-0dXVymOxSHDePNT21ojgePz2kLKpDbN4ZDgRi5NI/s320/CTA%20ebook.png" width="213" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://payhip.com/b/qJWB9" target="_blank">The Best Fabric for Sewing a T-Shirt</a></div><br /><div><br /></div>110 Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12740139592563988097noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733005898566155607.post-51612425791118489302023-03-14T09:41:00.000-04:002023-03-14T09:41:00.173-04:00How to Sew French Seams with a Side Seam Split<div style="text-align: left;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-d778a797-7fff-2c6f-cb75-b8064308bb3f"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Hello sewists! Today I’m sharing a French seam tutorial, and how to sew it even when your garment has a split in the seam. Typically, this would be on a top, but it could also be on the bottom of pants or even the hem of a skirt. I’ll be demonstrating using the <a href="https://apparelpatternmaking.com/home-2/shop/s16-peasant-top-sewing-pattern/" target="_blank">Anno & Pum’s Kid’s Peasant Top</a> sewing pattern in a textured cotton woven. This fabric is originally from <a href="https://alyssa-may-design.com/" target="_blank">Alyssa May Design</a> textiles, but it’s been stash-aged quite a few years.</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The ideal pattern for a French seam calls for a lightweight woven fabric, and the seam allowance is at least 1/2”. It can be larger, but not smaller. The pattern I am using has a 1/2” seam allowance.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">To start, place your fabric WRONG sides together along the side seam. Sew this seam with a 1/4” seam allowance (or <b>half</b> your SA). </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"></span></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOEp5w5Phjrb__QfjLi3flxrEP_Fu4tHDSCXMkJFUS4mLj8PeolGg7oHPovlzKL_rnVb44AQreqygu1oYnOnbhcu7AalC6hQnPxQMwLezq4jFFAbyXw04GCDhowuYth8L-WpL6f0JfdoqZC4mvxd00UX93CP_pDs2Gc74borEpujkI1ih95PWtvdUw/s4032/Children's%20Peasant%20Blouse%208.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="French seam tutorial with a side seam split" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOEp5w5Phjrb__QfjLi3flxrEP_Fu4tHDSCXMkJFUS4mLj8PeolGg7oHPovlzKL_rnVb44AQreqygu1oYnOnbhcu7AalC6hQnPxQMwLezq4jFFAbyXw04GCDhowuYth8L-WpL6f0JfdoqZC4mvxd00UX93CP_pDs2Gc74borEpujkI1ih95PWtvdUw/w480-h640/Children's%20Peasant%20Blouse%208.jpg" width="480" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Stop your stitching when you get to the extra fabric for the split.</span><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhieDFIcvwwQiYlKLyw850Cx53DfXSRh6RZcOjEJS1pDU32WoMZx3IBpn6lVVioNENm8-jrFzI9t3bHz_lj2wnDCTbGRayI6Y_lM-1v8rf43R39nVdE62QmpcEOO9NSCxnUYVOZNLzz_Jm7rscV7-nr7waj4hctDmDXq6Npwqc2WsHEsuOx-CmrMDQi/s4032/Children's%20Peasant%20Blouse%2010.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="French seam tutorial with a side seam split" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhieDFIcvwwQiYlKLyw850Cx53DfXSRh6RZcOjEJS1pDU32WoMZx3IBpn6lVVioNENm8-jrFzI9t3bHz_lj2wnDCTbGRayI6Y_lM-1v8rf43R39nVdE62QmpcEOO9NSCxnUYVOZNLzz_Jm7rscV7-nr7waj4hctDmDXq6Npwqc2WsHEsuOx-CmrMDQi/w480-h640/Children's%20Peasant%20Blouse%2010.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p>At this point, clip into the seam allowance just up until the end of your line of stitching. </span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;">Then, carefully trim the side seam allowance to 1/8”. Do not skip this step! (I do, sometimes, and always regret it!). </span><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjJjc7x3CXCkJKFXX_mEXpaTPs_CCflg17t9CCXU4GexljHy217YGUEFNy8E1pepuV2AJHkdLOmjGDPGRzOzMq_InG7SMhESmg2nGNZo6SLbcRsIubVsjCt_93bbHwS__lSB7Fz7AFCAWw_6XWfM41wK0EM50CsnaAaeTcZO00zdGF20Tejmk7K9ln/s4032/Children's%20Peasant%20Blouse%2011.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="French seam tutorial with a side seam split" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjJjc7x3CXCkJKFXX_mEXpaTPs_CCflg17t9CCXU4GexljHy217YGUEFNy8E1pepuV2AJHkdLOmjGDPGRzOzMq_InG7SMhESmg2nGNZo6SLbcRsIubVsjCt_93bbHwS__lSB7Fz7AFCAWw_6XWfM41wK0EM50CsnaAaeTcZO00zdGF20Tejmk7K9ln/w480-h640/Children's%20Peasant%20Blouse%2011.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br /><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Then take your garment and flip it around so it is now RIGHT sides together. Again, sew the line of stitching along the side seam, at a 1/4” seam allowance (or half your SA). This step encloses the raw seam allowance.</span><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgR4UHRDgSPsUnrBHz1Pw7x_PXcAEjp1IdihzZ8xKfm0vU4lCtzaCmFloDlq-ZsNIVKYWYjKMJ4g9ACOwsBnVo5tpV6K4TaMBWVl5ZT3reSmmuXR8BOtrdnsHZlqN6lkpsO4CWPOYUP0skOzET7UjinepcNhQ5y8GbQkznnRUVLOlyd-Q0G8WMHMT4P/s4032/Children's%20Peasant%20Blouse%2012.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="French seam tutorial with a side seam split" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgR4UHRDgSPsUnrBHz1Pw7x_PXcAEjp1IdihzZ8xKfm0vU4lCtzaCmFloDlq-ZsNIVKYWYjKMJ4g9ACOwsBnVo5tpV6K4TaMBWVl5ZT3reSmmuXR8BOtrdnsHZlqN6lkpsO4CWPOYUP0skOzET7UjinepcNhQ5y8GbQkznnRUVLOlyd-Q0G8WMHMT4P/w480-h640/Children's%20Peasant%20Blouse%2012.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p>Again, clip into your seam allowance up to the end of the line of stitching. If your fabric frays heavily, you can sew a few stitches across the raw edge of the French seam, or dab it with a bit of Fray Check.</span><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwP0y2XJMQNlIsjWwjZplN4TiEtHc_zdhz-tLUqleeLSLUqnhJ3l78-SRPOFR1vbsRotNxo15ZUlrLKD2uZnFpYR11xXCxGlRRHT5eSPkUJFd5STxiWowBsUdr2rxFFJY5fqIDioZ9xw7g8d3xOuu0XJVOanbowi6ABTJ85LNAr1cR2Yh7HKCbjp3V/s4032/Children's%20Peasant%20Blouse%2014.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="French seam tutorial with a side seam split" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwP0y2XJMQNlIsjWwjZplN4TiEtHc_zdhz-tLUqleeLSLUqnhJ3l78-SRPOFR1vbsRotNxo15ZUlrLKD2uZnFpYR11xXCxGlRRHT5eSPkUJFd5STxiWowBsUdr2rxFFJY5fqIDioZ9xw7g8d3xOuu0XJVOanbowi6ABTJ85LNAr1cR2Yh7HKCbjp3V/w480-h640/Children's%20Peasant%20Blouse%2014.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p>Using your sewing machine and a zig zag stitch, finish the raw edges of the fabric for the split.</span><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTqunO4YGWm9OdVQwJoWugrTnDQAyYxcAEKBaZlGb0Yz6TznRN9XrF0P8ms2WSdg0WdWa_9eHUSqXxEuqdxJnuLbGLM9qrB2WcEj6XXB0poBRwxGn_7DL5tcsRXbtQ6g3QppUkcagDJKCe40xOnT5-UzKjbXSRHrGt0f7mBw3ZlpNzOXi09KKTznZA/s4032/Children's%20Peasant%20Blouse%2013.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTqunO4YGWm9OdVQwJoWugrTnDQAyYxcAEKBaZlGb0Yz6TznRN9XrF0P8ms2WSdg0WdWa_9eHUSqXxEuqdxJnuLbGLM9qrB2WcEj6XXB0poBRwxGn_7DL5tcsRXbtQ6g3QppUkcagDJKCe40xOnT5-UzKjbXSRHrGt0f7mBw3ZlpNzOXi09KKTznZA/w480-h640/Children's%20Peasant%20Blouse%2013.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p>Fold the fabric to the wrong side and press. Because you clipped into the SA it should press flat neatly. Continue following the directions to finish the split.</span><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFTNGh0-iZMUY0h8AJXUWXawyWcTU7KM9cYuC7fMFaG9CIBckUYuwGuY8EC1f1-tiDKexSvF5tKn_iaOdJaB0vTUz7Lv_CjwiIv1ELW0Ud0K0CLc4HJc1bH5yaTzXG2OYdgr6OxMdAvRMJdZ5uqnuTRv9QdW0G-6MCp_omwdowcz76s_WFScvAF8Mu/s4032/Children's%20Peasant%20Blouse%2016.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhFTNGh0-iZMUY0h8AJXUWXawyWcTU7KM9cYuC7fMFaG9CIBckUYuwGuY8EC1f1-tiDKexSvF5tKn_iaOdJaB0vTUz7Lv_CjwiIv1ELW0Ud0K0CLc4HJc1bH5yaTzXG2OYdgr6OxMdAvRMJdZ5uqnuTRv9QdW0G-6MCp_omwdowcz76s_WFScvAF8Mu/w480-h640/Children's%20Peasant%20Blouse%2016.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p>Your French seam side split is now complete! Pat yourself on the back for a job well done. If you are interested in more hacks, specials, and more styles to sew for the <a href="https://apparelpatternmaking.com/product-category/home-sewing-patterns/" target="_blank">Anno and Pum Sewing Patterns</a>, make sure to join their <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/annopumsewingpatterns " target="_blank">Facebook group</a>. </span></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span><span style="font-family: Arial;"><span style="font-size: 14.6667px; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></span><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-ligatures: normal; font-variant-position: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><i>I am a freelancer for Anno and Pum Patterns and received this pattern for free. </i></span></p></span></div>110 Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12740139592563988097noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733005898566155607.post-43202663833243347442023-03-09T10:49:00.002-05:002023-03-09T10:49:28.494-05:00Sezanne-Inspired Fibre Mood JillIt was hard to pick a title for this post, because my inspiration started in one place, which led me to a pattern to hack, which led to an impossibility in dressing, which led to another hack...anyway. It was a long journey. <div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhO5YGRNxIBO7S1wK6627TH832R3dX1HfASMHDSUc-mVhfLYlZV3RXahK13FhkM11r2MwS7uQZarX0hfmACnle-uI92zdniwweQushyqQbmNNvOW-K9NOrhToQuDtFX3VmuIfsLIuKEeRMrFM_Opt--N5q3aIN3ckyFcJC24aXx5GPK5n6rkb_bjPhV/s1500/Pinterest%20Pin%20-%20Sezanne%20to%20Fibre%20Mood%20Jill.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1000" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhO5YGRNxIBO7S1wK6627TH832R3dX1HfASMHDSUc-mVhfLYlZV3RXahK13FhkM11r2MwS7uQZarX0hfmACnle-uI92zdniwweQushyqQbmNNvOW-K9NOrhToQuDtFX3VmuIfsLIuKEeRMrFM_Opt--N5q3aIN3ckyFcJC24aXx5GPK5n6rkb_bjPhV/w426-h640/Pinterest%20Pin%20-%20Sezanne%20to%20Fibre%20Mood%20Jill.png" width="426" /></a></div><br /><div>Let's start with the inspo:</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhg305B6nsWLsQMzZAEnUIWlO38s98xJyPGF6UBpChJMN-qmQNJkx3C3hsEgn-YuD5cNLSVoGVPXGCbxDKSk0RTCy2zxU9r34PlMpukp67Q0Sq7OOda9iFXQlG8ZHvqvgCF9LQmDtaALVD-_l21ZIcK1vxE6Golg5ssAh0Cp918D1JO9Ia79bKunb-e/s1605/Sezanne%20outfit%202.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1605" data-original-width="845" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhg305B6nsWLsQMzZAEnUIWlO38s98xJyPGF6UBpChJMN-qmQNJkx3C3hsEgn-YuD5cNLSVoGVPXGCbxDKSk0RTCy2zxU9r34PlMpukp67Q0Sq7OOda9iFXQlG8ZHvqvgCF9LQmDtaALVD-_l21ZIcK1vxE6Golg5ssAh0Cp918D1JO9Ia79bKunb-e/s320/Sezanne%20outfit%202.jpg" width="168" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiN3_9si0x6PmYVoIE_2ru-q76wLJZP9_3BrS4PYPhCyVB1cBMPe5Fur6kqW9KDsXocpj9lPUFT32110_g0B-O5hd4sVZ9HYHk9uIF9tMAoqCpZSdubjwCreK4mJ2s9_iFjdfAZISEb_MgiSnhR_FRypi5aDOH2OrgmiENCK-ooEmjhIr7Gi_qGP804/s1588/Sezanne%20outfit%201.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1588" data-original-width="800" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiN3_9si0x6PmYVoIE_2ru-q76wLJZP9_3BrS4PYPhCyVB1cBMPe5Fur6kqW9KDsXocpj9lPUFT32110_g0B-O5hd4sVZ9HYHk9uIF9tMAoqCpZSdubjwCreK4mJ2s9_iFjdfAZISEb_MgiSnhR_FRypi5aDOH2OrgmiENCK-ooEmjhIr7Gi_qGP804/s320/Sezanne%20outfit%201.jpg" width="161" /></a><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #0000ee;"><span style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><u><a href="https://www.sezane.com/us/product/vani-jumpsuit/black-silver#size-2" target="_blank">Couldn't find the original but similar</a></u></span></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="color: #0000ee;"><span style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 238);"><u><br /></u></span></span></div><div>This is a jumpsuit that I saw on Pinterest. It's from the designer Sezanne and it comes in a couple different colors. I LOVED the back, the buttons and the little cutout. It looks fairly simple but elegant. I wanted to make one and I wanted it in this exact same emerald green. I studied the online listing and couldn't figure out what kind of fabric it was. I chatted with some sewing friends and eventually landed on a crepe back satin from <a href="https://www.moodfabrics.com" target="_blank">Mood Fabrics</a>. It's acetate and viscose, which meant that it wasn't a gazillion dollars like a crepe back silk would have been (I refused to make it in polyester). Unfortunately, I cannot find it online anymore, I'm sorry! I ordered back in August of 2022 so it might have been deadstock. The color is forest and it's exactly what I wanted. I used the crepe (non-shiny) side out as the right side.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcIU68T-kVcIErjSaaKTnEcQj5ipdJSTjnyc00PK4Cj-3SJ4OOvs-cJP0FR46HyoPmv0ZKkGaant4N2NdjDMC7kuPT1BCxak3JdvQeR8f_3k7q-T_ekn-qrkL2l92AwQa4XG3aRzkQdElTTYU9xCmHlr0syPcqH7Jd6iilmBBYt2AI78bGOhbkPsOp/s3088/Fibre%20Mood%20Jill%206.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Fibre Mood Jill hack" border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcIU68T-kVcIErjSaaKTnEcQj5ipdJSTjnyc00PK4Cj-3SJ4OOvs-cJP0FR46HyoPmv0ZKkGaant4N2NdjDMC7kuPT1BCxak3JdvQeR8f_3k7q-T_ekn-qrkL2l92AwQa4XG3aRzkQdElTTYU9xCmHlr0syPcqH7Jd6iilmBBYt2AI78bGOhbkPsOp/w300-h400/Fibre%20Mood%20Jill%206.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div><div><br /></div><div>With the fabric sorted, I needed to figure out the pattern situation. Eventually, I found my way to the <a href="https://www.fibremood.com/en/patterns/758-jill-dress" target="_blank">Fibre Mood Jill dress pattern</a> (Loni from Havin Sew Much Fun sent me the link to the pattern, and she helped me find the fabric, so basically this was our brainchild). The back was close to what I wanted, the front was the same except it was gathered instead of having any darts/pleats. A good start.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFr9b5Tf-BHdhXjhx_8x8merdENlJS6rwYdzrb4_o4ffuS6Ak9QTLgl897LmIeGa_fQ7Uj694s8sIPyEb8Do6k2F4Kj1_5xt9xoaR5YlsjADxB5sSdndc3VtrmXXB1kaNmPbn-aKYdPzuRWpy5tt0GgGQ-ktpM8h87hs3sIiwc1nIiUGHJu51dbPrV/s3088/Fibre%20Mood%20Jill%208.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Fibre Mood Jill hack" border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFr9b5Tf-BHdhXjhx_8x8merdENlJS6rwYdzrb4_o4ffuS6Ak9QTLgl897LmIeGa_fQ7Uj694s8sIPyEb8Do6k2F4Kj1_5xt9xoaR5YlsjADxB5sSdndc3VtrmXXB1kaNmPbn-aKYdPzuRWpy5tt0GgGQ-ktpM8h87hs3sIiwc1nIiUGHJu51dbPrV/w300-h400/Fibre%20Mood%20Jill%208.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>This is so wrinkly</i></div><div><br /></div><div>For the pants, I pulled out <a href="https://sewing.patternreview.com/Patterns/33915" target="_blank">Butterick 5391</a>, which I'd purchased a long time ago. It's got a skirt and a pair of dress pants with four different leg cuts. I chose the wide leg, made them even wider, ignored the waistband and got to work figuring out how to combine the Jill top and the pants into a jumpsuit. I made a muslin of the top and turned that gathering into a vertical pleat in the front. For the back, instead of sewing the two pieces together, I kept them separate to allow for the loops and buttons. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBNLpDGGpSYeJ5-cJMth_vGropb1ROIHyqkgBvm-L4BeQCjz569LAb7sRAXguDvP3LqyLH9d_TfreNLhRuXn-OWqL4QZqqHBODi4PRSDlHkUF5wk0o7NK-97QrtpGPwSlwnmwX6pKwsHK7NgCMbxIaxW8FNassRqvBh6-esfGVO34bpwLJOq9SKtuz/s2080/Fibre%20Mood%20Jill%2013.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2080" data-original-width="1170" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBNLpDGGpSYeJ5-cJMth_vGropb1ROIHyqkgBvm-L4BeQCjz569LAb7sRAXguDvP3LqyLH9d_TfreNLhRuXn-OWqL4QZqqHBODi4PRSDlHkUF5wk0o7NK-97QrtpGPwSlwnmwX6pKwsHK7NgCMbxIaxW8FNassRqvBh6-esfGVO34bpwLJOq9SKtuz/w225-h400/Fibre%20Mood%20Jill%2013.JPG" width="225" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>My muslin in poly crepe,</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>after I added the waistband</i></div><br /><div>Using a paper pattern, I increased the rise of the pants high enough to sew it into the bodice of my fakey Jill. Between the paper pattern and my muslin I felt okay about cutting into my fabric.</div><div><br /></div><div>Y'all. I got to a point where I could try something on and there was absolutely no way to get in and out of this jumpsuit alone. To be able to pull the pants section down, you need to be able to undo the back buttons. Maybe other people are more dexterous than me, but I couldn't do it. I laughed SO HARD at myself, watching in the mirror as I desperately tried to work the buttons. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4wVc022MUPjVMIS0GcXpBxJe9C42Tq9bJTx7EYuYZTeaBUHsnq9BQ9OH45gZDBBtV_hIpkKKFxEHjQias3z1qCrGoutQZO5fuLozrIA_V4oRAZUyAIlthbPNemISPdzmGAkrTN08W-BS30jyYVGDAx_lcbMqZ-y4h0Kw338osmf5nt16qFCnb0D7p/s2080/Fibre%20Mood%20Jill%2011.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Fibre Mood Jill hack" border="0" data-original-height="2080" data-original-width="1170" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4wVc022MUPjVMIS0GcXpBxJe9C42Tq9bJTx7EYuYZTeaBUHsnq9BQ9OH45gZDBBtV_hIpkKKFxEHjQias3z1qCrGoutQZO5fuLozrIA_V4oRAZUyAIlthbPNemISPdzmGAkrTN08W-BS30jyYVGDAx_lcbMqZ-y4h0Kw338osmf5nt16qFCnb0D7p/w225-h400/Fibre%20Mood%20Jill%2011.JPG" width="225" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>Clearly, Sezanne either had some escape method I couldn't find online, or they just designed for the look and not functionality. I wanted to wear this garment to an event about an hour away, and the thought of asking a stranger in the bathroom to undo my buttons so I could pee was just too far. I decided to make it two pieces instead of a jumpsuit.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsPpTY8wN11xEIS0sZ2aGtvBo6mgK-iecj00y5iHUIyRaGXtBRzRQWrStlB1EeTXQAwGiUOeJ63qFDUoZZE9rCEOCcigQiw8pOH8KUTFU19NN3WRr2XaxjKfO79meAa5kaXsCYKcZtAMgNHacY8PZx1xwUIAMmRSko2b6boamtzwsQLkoMEK1uGxS3/s4032/Fibre%20Mood%20Jill%201.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Fibre Mood Jill hack" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsPpTY8wN11xEIS0sZ2aGtvBo6mgK-iecj00y5iHUIyRaGXtBRzRQWrStlB1EeTXQAwGiUOeJ63qFDUoZZE9rCEOCcigQiw8pOH8KUTFU19NN3WRr2XaxjKfO79meAa5kaXsCYKcZtAMgNHacY8PZx1xwUIAMmRSko2b6boamtzwsQLkoMEK1uGxS3/w300-h400/Fibre%20Mood%20Jill%201.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>At that point, I added a "waistband" to the bottom of the shirt. I had it just meet in the back and it closes with rouleau loops and buttons just like the center back. It's a waistband with a facing and to ensure everything laid neatly, I did a lot of hand sewing to tack the facing.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaIdpESaV6Zx-19rlk6XxIda6N16UilnKa56JH-RzpyhTLmPES21UbmBsYrVwa68nSUFiZ08DyR0J23ZxBIXXu72ydcjIzqM1J0Q9luEB4zTDE4fmFH8yq7UBEtmgXHnbFttmydgD_EbwDsfCw4pWxDIytBz1ErN7Zr6xOby7TFw1NOa95WmFo6kpW/s4032/Fibre%20Mood%20Jill%202.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Fibre Mood Jill hack" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaIdpESaV6Zx-19rlk6XxIda6N16UilnKa56JH-RzpyhTLmPES21UbmBsYrVwa68nSUFiZ08DyR0J23ZxBIXXu72ydcjIzqM1J0Q9luEB4zTDE4fmFH8yq7UBEtmgXHnbFttmydgD_EbwDsfCw4pWxDIytBz1ErN7Zr6xOby7TFw1NOa95WmFo6kpW/w300-h400/Fibre%20Mood%20Jill%202.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Yes, wrinkled</i></div><br /><div>The pants...well. I wanted them to be super high rise so that my belly wasn't necessarily showing at all times (did I mention the event I was attending was technically a work event for my husband?). Because I had a "waistband" on the shirt, I did not also want a waistband on the pants. I thought it would look too busy. So, I pinched out at the side seams and kept making the pants narrower and narrower at the top to keep them up around my natural waist. I drafted waistband facings. I inserted clear elastic inside the top of the pants. I tried wearing shape wear and tucking the facings into it. I tried double sided fashion tape. All the things.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGB1RTiqAkSSa_jQBzpJj7CdHwowqrtItxWDe78gSa2aIKUcPePuDKpPR9o37FIpOk3JXDclBr9VVJDrcvD_jlknACdOrbEs9mMs24w4yXU19rI9sDvRGyEoLfkxIZBiaj9dVQsqgkEvIWIL8nXkZFgkoo_iSElPogtwivmSDE9lzGxo4tWKn57WMO/s3088/Fibre%20Mood%20Jill%205.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGB1RTiqAkSSa_jQBzpJj7CdHwowqrtItxWDe78gSa2aIKUcPePuDKpPR9o37FIpOk3JXDclBr9VVJDrcvD_jlknACdOrbEs9mMs24w4yXU19rI9sDvRGyEoLfkxIZBiaj9dVQsqgkEvIWIL8nXkZFgkoo_iSElPogtwivmSDE9lzGxo4tWKn57WMO/w300-h400/Fibre%20Mood%20Jill%205.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>No matter what I did, the pants would roll at the waist and the facings would sneak their way out. It made me insane but eventually, I ran out of things to try and time in which to try them. The day of the event, I believe I went with a combination of the fashion tape and tucking the facings into shape wear. It was a lot of nonsense. Turns out, 50% of the women at the event had their midriffs out anyway. I should've just leaned into that look (and made the rise lower) OR put a waistband on the pants. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjo8SoknlKKn_qEV-jX1NX9O6fIkgOgdbRBE3en8bMjxArFWfj4ERZdessCVIy3x-4qbnlqjQJxftCBigDfhR5q-cNrmPId_2dbjZ4NJ9Xtjm4-6mAfRHxN0-wYQk_hyqrnhj6Z_naAYvIbKhSB_YRUIrnIRSRxo05MoLI_MyYM5ruK66kGnPhpZvQw/s3088/Fibre%20Mood%20Jill%208.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Fibre Mood Jill hack" border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjo8SoknlKKn_qEV-jX1NX9O6fIkgOgdbRBE3en8bMjxArFWfj4ERZdessCVIy3x-4qbnlqjQJxftCBigDfhR5q-cNrmPId_2dbjZ4NJ9Xtjm4-6mAfRHxN0-wYQk_hyqrnhj6Z_naAYvIbKhSB_YRUIrnIRSRxo05MoLI_MyYM5ruK66kGnPhpZvQw/w300-h400/Fibre%20Mood%20Jill%208.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><br /><div>Frustratingly, the facings also have a tendency to roll out of the armholes as well. Yes, I understitched everything. I hand-tacked them to the side and shoulder seams inside the garment. Didn't matter. Still rolled. It's really obvious in the photo above.</div><div><br /></div><div>For all the frustration it gave me, I enjoyed wearing this outfit. It felt nice to be dressed up in pants instead of a dress (my normal go-to for a fancy event). This color was absolutely everywhere so clearly I was on-trend. I made my husband a matching tie from my leftover crepe.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJvPjTIMLiEGDvme4vDtihSFwpA4zj50ZEbj9u-fJgufKEK-1CSnt433ibsCGhjiFCdNcDMFPotGHKvYYKxvDyhTDxZJCe-dFhZnJwrj7l5gKHtmHdoKN3mppftlPitALL88Wr787H5Kr5Wie5ap7fXpoRM5dz-2nfSfAYqdbTxmgDljWsWbIIphEH/s3088/IMG_4983.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJvPjTIMLiEGDvme4vDtihSFwpA4zj50ZEbj9u-fJgufKEK-1CSnt433ibsCGhjiFCdNcDMFPotGHKvYYKxvDyhTDxZJCe-dFhZnJwrj7l5gKHtmHdoKN3mppftlPitALL88Wr787H5Kr5Wie5ap7fXpoRM5dz-2nfSfAYqdbTxmgDljWsWbIIphEH/w300-h400/IMG_4983.JPG" width="300" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>At the end of the night, it turned out to be a very good thing that I was in pants and could easily move around...we went to get in our car in the parking garage and the garage was...closed? It was midnight on a Friday. Nobody else was around. We couldn't drive out. The arm bar would not lift up. There were curbs everywhere so you couldn't go around it. The "help" button went to an office that closed at 2pm. After trying every possible method short of calling the police, we eventually had to call an Uber to pick us up at the parking garage and take us back to our hotel. The Uber driver told us that somebody had definitely been murdered at our hotel, and y'know what, it's probably better that our car was stuck in the garage overnight so it wouldn't get broken into. Cool cool cool. Total disaster. We had to call another Uber in the morning to go back and get our car. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1jKRefGSu7bCZJS96931qaKix_hyy8RwoDJG0uK2hwRUugHSNUvilzqS3-vpmMQCts6rh4bHmJxEt4fu5B7d3niC8N7peobUk1f-XuBg81cPP3zzvujY94y2X5LIVrwZqAGhpA_ByVDMzAkaCwCzcnIx9mDqnJFWKohnOsksiwCNhkiFMwowlQZBn/s1199/IMG_8412.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1069" data-original-width="1199" height="356" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1jKRefGSu7bCZJS96931qaKix_hyy8RwoDJG0uK2hwRUugHSNUvilzqS3-vpmMQCts6rh4bHmJxEt4fu5B7d3niC8N7peobUk1f-XuBg81cPP3zzvujY94y2X5LIVrwZqAGhpA_ByVDMzAkaCwCzcnIx9mDqnJFWKohnOsksiwCNhkiFMwowlQZBn/w400-h356/IMG_8412.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Left: <a href="http://www.110creations.com/2015/09/seamwork-astoria.html" target="_blank">Seamwork Astoria</a></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Right: Nikko top and <a href="http://www.110creations.com/2014/06/sewing-indie-month.html" target="_blank">Victoria Blazer</a></i></div><br /><div>The event was back in October and since it got cold right afterwards, I didn't wear the outfit again until this spring. I pulled out the pants and did some mixing and matching with other tops in my wardrobe. I think they work well and for whatever reason, they felt more secure (probably I gained a little weight so they're staying up?). It can be fun to play dress up with older pieces and give them new life.</div></div><div><br /></div><div>So there you have it, a cautionary tale about finding RTW inspo online. Be careful what you wish for, you may get stuck inside your outfit!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.lulu.com/spotlight/elizabethbyrge" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="2000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUYl0mTolmH85iWVi9PPXT-XWwWk3-FKRK2q_Ub6c-g8yf3ZZsa6nlXjhYpw4LPIz8kLHMBplc6aKnPOJ7xgWeY7yW4Z5MQ69waJ7fU4TY8tzGK2w0yhIcYbIg2uYLw0339wf-QYbmNSIVS2TurZ9T2_tZ8aM5IR9ZvXW9HsJRpWBhzjVEbHvgRPcQ/w400-h320/CTA%20notebook.png" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Save 15% on <a href="https://www.lulu.com/spotlight/elizabethbyrge" target="_blank">A Sewist's Notebook</a>, now through </i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Friday, March 10th with code COOKBOOKS15</i></div><br /><div><br /></div>110 Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12740139592563988097noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733005898566155607.post-54519278115907781602023-02-21T11:05:00.000-05:002023-02-21T11:05:20.750-05:00Neon Polar Bear Nova CoatI'm a little embarrassed about this one. I already made one coat this year, my <a href="https://www.110creations.com/2023/02/moonrise-kingdom-coat.html" target="_blank">Moonrise Kingdom coat</a>. It's awesome, a dream come true, I'm so happy with it...but I almost immediately made another coat. Actually, it was a coat sandwich with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CoU6QSwu47N/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link" target="_blank">lingerie</a> in the middle. Anyway.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsLfUrvGSHt4e8FVK2y0fk7M9i_Fxs9S4d41oo43SfOjVQzeXDJJNe2csAtliSwxvbA-juh0FjhbzUJwlQzbfKxSQ_tLD56fjj9mx4WqwTJzPciNi571jMDa6Izy5DCVIfpJv8K5Tu7TwEVZ19AFF7rNkUROQNKbSkspqJNxe1u81DildIsEzOPw5G/s3088/Nova%20Coat%201.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Papercut Patterns Nova Coat" border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsLfUrvGSHt4e8FVK2y0fk7M9i_Fxs9S4d41oo43SfOjVQzeXDJJNe2csAtliSwxvbA-juh0FjhbzUJwlQzbfKxSQ_tLD56fjj9mx4WqwTJzPciNi571jMDa6Izy5DCVIfpJv8K5Tu7TwEVZ19AFF7rNkUROQNKbSkspqJNxe1u81DildIsEzOPw5G/w480-h640/Nova%20Coat%201.JPG" width="480" /></a></div><div><div><br /></div><div>I blame Josie at <a href="https://www.lafinchfabrics.com/" target="_blank">LA Finch Fabrics</a> for this one. Not my inability to control my fabric shopping. Wool is my weakness, especially affordable wool that is high quality. When Josie stocked these <a href="https://www.lafinchfabrics.com/collections/terry-knits" target="_blank">teddy French Terry wools</a>, I tried to resist. The pink! The black! It would make such a good coat! And then I finally bought the <a href="https://papercutpatterns.com/products/nova-coat" target="_blank">Nova Coat pattern</a> (I can't remember why...probably saw yet another cool one on IG). I knew the FT and the Nova would be a perfect match. </div><div><br /></div><div>But white? I live in the country, have three kids and four pets. Why did I buy white?</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhibBjkfH8wv2R6aeyRSPsUgLJxJpTgHfDu_-bo-5JwR8PaMB35uOBMTZpycHDDEK4OoGz0HW4arl-BxqRy85RrrZlIaOR3G4LWG_p4iTdxFQ-w_DLz5xZ8n50o4LTqy448KDGr4lPqvVnYrwWwFPvMyc4NMSLN5txWVCsBNk_mjgR1Fkwsa7eEHMla/s3088/Nova%20Coat%203.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Papercut Patterns Nova Coat" border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhibBjkfH8wv2R6aeyRSPsUgLJxJpTgHfDu_-bo-5JwR8PaMB35uOBMTZpycHDDEK4OoGz0HW4arl-BxqRy85RrrZlIaOR3G4LWG_p4iTdxFQ-w_DLz5xZ8n50o4LTqy448KDGr4lPqvVnYrwWwFPvMyc4NMSLN5txWVCsBNk_mjgR1Fkwsa7eEHMla/w480-h640/Nova%20Coat%203.JPG" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>Well. I had this idea. White plus NEON. A neon pink lining. Neon green piping along the interesting seam lines of the Nova. Wouldn't that be cool?? And so I got online to order the coating and low and behold, Josie had just stocked a pretty <a href="https://www.lafinchfabrics.com/products/fashion-coral-rayon-challis-solid-woven-sold-by-the-yard?_pos=10&_sid=e4e55e6a9&_ss=r" target="_blank">coral rayon challis</a> that was on sale. It all came together, what else was I supposed to do but give in to the idea?</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0QjFgbsD1AgWxKI_U5htFtwWUDa-69IBZVhbeb2Da7v-LQL1dgNQmFy2RlMRErz9hhCv0ee2zwpM6F4T0avwwmbV9x3eShFB16TzK3Y-cnznjqZl3wad0l7NG9wUHBYX5_JqIjxoRSHr7kTHO37SjHJW5-ZNaOY96nF_N6NzAuApylU8XcB8T0i3x/s3088/Nova%20Coat%202.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Papercut Patterns Nova Coat" border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0QjFgbsD1AgWxKI_U5htFtwWUDa-69IBZVhbeb2Da7v-LQL1dgNQmFy2RlMRErz9hhCv0ee2zwpM6F4T0avwwmbV9x3eShFB16TzK3Y-cnznjqZl3wad0l7NG9wUHBYX5_JqIjxoRSHr7kTHO37SjHJW5-ZNaOY96nF_N6NzAuApylU8XcB8T0i3x/w480-h640/Nova%20Coat%202.JPG" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>To prep the wool, I talked to some other sewists who had bought it. I decided to dampen the fabric with a spray bottle, then put it into my dryer on low heat with some wet towels. It did shrink a few inches with that very simple treatment (and maybe 10 minutes on high heat before I remembered to do low). Buy extra and prep it!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgT2DiTy_eDc79Z-HnefWy6o3428lW9p6DZGzB1VWKbU8-6u4-O5tTx06yg0LPfum8we6Jxm_KunEuE-HykLtjFqJZHduV7zrzghXHs2A7dFh-a7j4XtWuS7QPgFP3W62YE88BImV_Fej5r1O4K77j_hZqLEshmOJYR2Wm8StIu74h0vsaFsKa4Svsp/s3088/Nova%20Coat%209.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Papercut Patterns Nova Coat" border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgT2DiTy_eDc79Z-HnefWy6o3428lW9p6DZGzB1VWKbU8-6u4-O5tTx06yg0LPfum8we6Jxm_KunEuE-HykLtjFqJZHduV7zrzghXHs2A7dFh-a7j4XtWuS7QPgFP3W62YE88BImV_Fej5r1O4K77j_hZqLEshmOJYR2Wm8StIu74h0vsaFsKa4Svsp/w480-h640/Nova%20Coat%209.JPG" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>I will describe this fabric more as a boucle than a French Terry. It has a nice stretch and heft. I've seen some people make tops with it, but for me that would be too bulky. I like it for a coat, personally. Just keep it FAR away from velcro (ask me how I know).</div><div><br /></div><div>The Nova Coat comes in 5 sizes. I measured into a 2 for the bust and a 3 for the hips. The pattern pieces are unusual and I did a lot of head scratching about how to grade out. Then I realized, there is a gajillion inches of ease and I don't need to grade. Honestly, I could probably make a size 1 and it would fit too. This one is a straight size 2 without mods.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7MufwVSP4Yel0GT2_bMdV03uXHYOXCFxR3eq8c_Y9V9FLH1yyV1BRCGT4gsaC93A6aG9Ii2JHeJqTmLdm5NPxNglse8s79-cKzer8l8RHuxBW7YOPg-yyS41gmnH9h93TWSm1yEsm4LOEHI6saEaZgw0502YiYhquhaFu2HrAZx8gkgoZ9dv_sEP0/s3088/Nova%20Coat%206.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7MufwVSP4Yel0GT2_bMdV03uXHYOXCFxR3eq8c_Y9V9FLH1yyV1BRCGT4gsaC93A6aG9Ii2JHeJqTmLdm5NPxNglse8s79-cKzer8l8RHuxBW7YOPg-yyS41gmnH9h93TWSm1yEsm4LOEHI6saEaZgw0502YiYhquhaFu2HrAZx8gkgoZ9dv_sEP0/w480-h640/Nova%20Coat%206.JPG" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>This coat came together really quickly, as far as coats go. I even had to spend extra time basting the piping in and it was still fast. The directions were great. I only got confused once, with the mitered corner on the inside, but I kinda just pinched it out until it looked right. I don't think I've ever had a coat lining sit so smoothly inside a shell as I did this one (granted, it might be because the rayon challis grew so there isn't any pulling). If you use this fabric, I would recommend a walking foot just because of the bulk. My walking foot didn't cooperate well with the piping (the foot is too wide) so I had resort to a regular or even zipper foot. The walking foot was better.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcjoipiUt8SDdgnaFjOpmYHnITdTA8WMa0i2zJjD5o6N1SBUhsvrn4b_OeAha5J_MASi3IJmiHmMl9zl7fYHC1o0O4J22dR9Pp4wcEsYM_tO93KHOb3r5JDq1ijCigXy1eUBs_JtfDLWNO6t91PiBt4f-FcaDw_-Wp4cxt0UfGvER4CYb8cHB1vzfI/s3088/Nova%20Coat%208.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Papercut Patterns Nova Coat" border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcjoipiUt8SDdgnaFjOpmYHnITdTA8WMa0i2zJjD5o6N1SBUhsvrn4b_OeAha5J_MASi3IJmiHmMl9zl7fYHC1o0O4J22dR9Pp4wcEsYM_tO93KHOb3r5JDq1ijCigXy1eUBs_JtfDLWNO6t91PiBt4f-FcaDw_-Wp4cxt0UfGvER4CYb8cHB1vzfI/w480-h640/Nova%20Coat%208.JPG" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>The sleeves are finished with a facing and the lining is sewn to the facing. I LOVE this method in coats and used it for my <a href="http://www.110creations.com/2018/11/yuzu-raglan-coat.html" target="_blank">Yuzu Raglan</a>, I'm not sure why more patterns don't do it this way.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkpq4HkLvBVV2sE7-QGNGKseBK6MMh07pdgci44c7BYWi_BIaNpoLMGMqALRgyXLA_CqkX8ZAnAcOIsCaB0wM2ROrPDSMwD3lUtq90ZIaN3wl3pD8AsRe4t11KOkvo5FgmE_uX-YVdHmWQoRzWuElJCwx6G-iARxid4_AysgRlCf-98H9NuhenfllJ/s3088/Nova%20Coat%207.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkpq4HkLvBVV2sE7-QGNGKseBK6MMh07pdgci44c7BYWi_BIaNpoLMGMqALRgyXLA_CqkX8ZAnAcOIsCaB0wM2ROrPDSMwD3lUtq90ZIaN3wl3pD8AsRe4t11KOkvo5FgmE_uX-YVdHmWQoRzWuElJCwx6G-iARxid4_AysgRlCf-98H9NuhenfllJ/w480-h640/Nova%20Coat%207.JPG" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>This patch thing is wonky AF not CUTE AF</i></div><div><br /></div><div>I used a leopard print faux fur as my neckline facing. It doesn't match the rest of the coat, at all. It's totally ridiculous. But I think we've already established the ridiculousness of this coat in general. Don't tempt me to do something cool with a small facing, I'll do it and laugh at myself for years.</div><div><br /></div><div>This Nova is super cozy and fun to wear. I will do my best to keep in clean but my expectations are low. I will also stop making coats...this year...maybe...</div></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://payhip.com/b/qJWB9" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1000" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTomFMs3WXATRquJn_uZanED-LvB8hH64IdHfzqJEkkD0KmWKfxNWcBQK8Fg3xgBAW7BeNSYtvwwO7jrg-WdDjCIiB8JGJ8Sg1Y4YJzeZeUW4F8aR_3bsUkq6fTcbqzXQaFaB27ZrpWSbjCh6W1ALB6RCzSWmqIVG_zenKjZetx54wvnw1o5ZEOGYc/w266-h400/CTA%20ebook.png" width="266" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div>110 Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12740139592563988097noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733005898566155607.post-46836946732475017522023-02-15T11:28:00.007-05:002023-02-16T08:04:53.863-05:00Ginger Jeans vs. Ash Jeans<p>I've been promising this post for a while now, and it's time. If this were a documentary, there would be a clip of two boxers getting ready to fight:</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBMSn1FnXYPwd51azBrzMa2I6VqbWkcnMKzhb5Hp6w_guz73dtLOu-6cCqS0ht0Pcgx0LmezT-OY7fx0w5pJBzoxprKAaaU2Mfk2f5zIupB22pCjxumcsk4XgOcu8ShqreS3lnk9si2ubnairMUjGPhyEURBtmfjhGLglwQNgfWLJ0fm5dviVz-h-E/s1500/Pinterest%20Pin%20-%20Ginger%20Jeans%20vs%20Ash%20Jeans.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Ginger Jeans vs. Ash Jeans" border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1000" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiBMSn1FnXYPwd51azBrzMa2I6VqbWkcnMKzhb5Hp6w_guz73dtLOu-6cCqS0ht0Pcgx0LmezT-OY7fx0w5pJBzoxprKAaaU2Mfk2f5zIupB22pCjxumcsk4XgOcu8ShqreS3lnk9si2ubnairMUjGPhyEURBtmfjhGLglwQNgfWLJ0fm5dviVz-h-E/w426-h640/Pinterest%20Pin%20-%20Ginger%20Jeans%20vs%20Ash%20Jeans.png" width="426" /></a></div><p>Ash versus Ginger! The fight to the top of the indie jeans pattern world! I'm going to start this post with a comparison of the facts, and my completely biased opinion will be at the end. I've made both patterns, obviously. Ginger four times, Ash twice. You can scroll down to the end to see photos of each of my versions.</p><p>And because of course this happened in the middle of drafting this post, I have to mention that CCP just released the Jude Jeans pattern. It's two views and regurgitates their Ginger block into another pattern.</p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Size chart</h3><p>Ginger offers two ranges, 0-20 and 14-32. Ash offers two ranges, 0-20 and 14-30. Ginger is drafted for 5'6" and Ash for 5'5" (Ash offers tall and cropped heights all within the pattern). The hip range for Ginger is 33"-63", for Ash it's 34"-62". Here are the charts:</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGpwbnf4vGhf0d3fjL0FLUaF6scYQhUO8dAQppb3Y_x0CM61T-cBqcy8c0SrNXvfWgecIFk8MsT84oeKOc7mX_qVBVLeB13sZqB-wuPnyVN82mrBJiqpuxe3Hkn0VfU0EzjKyqClZbvBLU9eptRfa_0mElHBgR8UGfY2S4XIO1HPP1rAuJ3KB-PYhs/s1170/IMG_8063.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="354" data-original-width="1170" height="194" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGpwbnf4vGhf0d3fjL0FLUaF6scYQhUO8dAQppb3Y_x0CM61T-cBqcy8c0SrNXvfWgecIFk8MsT84oeKOc7mX_qVBVLeB13sZqB-wuPnyVN82mrBJiqpuxe3Hkn0VfU0EzjKyqClZbvBLU9eptRfa_0mElHBgR8UGfY2S4XIO1HPP1rAuJ3KB-PYhs/w640-h194/IMG_8063.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Ginger</i></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy0bMehp6iG5_qrCn7wuBHzceOZd2OX0RYLofp7kNiBTt1LDEVlQAYOFizxe-XMmyilafx5LptkMLD4KNBYEH6OmS_gQ7_AmghtGhGQQ77bjAJhQ6V5sVwe9YGXwRByoa7xtD-750NlLsXCKliiSOgCJjydEAD4UfN8Iz7uvhjd-OYrTT-hup1c1YT/s1170/IMG_8065.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="496" data-original-width="1170" height="272" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjy0bMehp6iG5_qrCn7wuBHzceOZd2OX0RYLofp7kNiBTt1LDEVlQAYOFizxe-XMmyilafx5LptkMLD4KNBYEH6OmS_gQ7_AmghtGhGQQ77bjAJhQ6V5sVwe9YGXwRByoa7xtD-750NlLsXCKliiSOgCJjydEAD4UfN8Iz7uvhjd-OYrTT-hup1c1YT/w640-h272/IMG_8065.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Ash</i></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpCV5E3xKs_PPM9XMlGL-GE2-nw7SixXTPcCYHcAinNyYGh3FTKr6VvwlKFX2gX1JnonjmBDzjQWfu8o7j02z1FzZ2qkOphNNqOhrSrc1HVbgu-t9xmU0_gBesfOSKahvltwLbZanpp48EpPbYfbT2psBWg3azgH8Jq3c4xE-Yl5lUwz-FPS-1iSzt/s1170/IMG_8064.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="369" data-original-width="1170" height="202" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpCV5E3xKs_PPM9XMlGL-GE2-nw7SixXTPcCYHcAinNyYGh3FTKr6VvwlKFX2gX1JnonjmBDzjQWfu8o7j02z1FzZ2qkOphNNqOhrSrc1HVbgu-t9xmU0_gBesfOSKahvltwLbZanpp48EpPbYfbT2psBWg3azgH8Jq3c4xE-Yl5lUwz-FPS-1iSzt/w640-h202/IMG_8064.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Ginger</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiG_VTUuztnxGl_s-t5blSPf-ldNRSuTbZcnYlgx8v6iaLTc3ZBDhv-AMHP5X7YtNylnE2zZ7G7ulyT210GOTanzVIUZsph5BWgLxcOiMxy7Ja9RZI2tkeS3zv5cuO48-eeWUrap91YRJzWedGqZIvQ-vbcviMUkj0xAFu0O5_5Un-k1yZIe3Thvio3/s1170/IMG_8066.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="528" data-original-width="1170" height="288" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiG_VTUuztnxGl_s-t5blSPf-ldNRSuTbZcnYlgx8v6iaLTc3ZBDhv-AMHP5X7YtNylnE2zZ7G7ulyT210GOTanzVIUZsph5BWgLxcOiMxy7Ja9RZI2tkeS3zv5cuO48-eeWUrap91YRJzWedGqZIvQ-vbcviMUkj0xAFu0O5_5Un-k1yZIe3Thvio3/w640-h288/IMG_8066.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Ash</i></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">On the 0-20 charts, Ginger has a 9" difference between waist and hip. Ash has a 10" difference. On the 14-32/34 charts, they both have a 10" difference between waist and hips. What this information tells me is that if you fit into the 0-20 range of sizes, there will likely be one of these charts that is closer to your measurements than the other. Of course, you may require grading regardless, but there is a difference between the two and it's worth investigating which is better for you.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Note that the mid-rise Ginger expansion pack is only available in the 0-20 size range.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Views</h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I made a handy chart for you to reference which views, rises, etc. are available with each pattern. As I mentioned above, the Jude Jeans have been released using the same Ginger block, so I went ahead and added them to the chart.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOyjC0nQ8WnvoHVK4laAPqUx2C1JxY1Q5oWEWgCtRyn_y13DvozX1czRjUHDoThmA7QJNU0gOg5X-I1-FDUzgRnWxO6u56GFDgxAh1jT1Jfqny_JKLFE7lvMTlBDFJDRCCp-Qivo7jT6jL4IH32Qyd_Q_VEB_Z52vv-MV8enKtay1sWPN1KNF0ncvQ/s2768/Ash%20vs%20Ginger%20vs%20Jude.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2768" data-original-width="1268" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOyjC0nQ8WnvoHVK4laAPqUx2C1JxY1Q5oWEWgCtRyn_y13DvozX1czRjUHDoThmA7QJNU0gOg5X-I1-FDUzgRnWxO6u56GFDgxAh1jT1Jfqny_JKLFE7lvMTlBDFJDRCCp-Qivo7jT6jL4IH32Qyd_Q_VEB_Z52vv-MV8enKtay1sWPN1KNF0ncvQ/w294-h640/Ash%20vs%20Ginger%20vs%20Jude.png" width="294" /></a></div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b>You cannot mix views on Ginger.</b> I found this out the hard way. The pattern pieces are vastly different between rises/leg types and you need significant drafting skills to mash them up. For whatever it's worth, CCP is claiming in the comments on their Jude release post that you CAN mix those views up. </div><div style="text-align: left;"><br /></div><h3 style="text-align: left;">Price</h3><p>Ash is available as a PDF for $19.50 or a printed pattern for $22.29 (prices converted from AUD to USD).</p><p>The original Ginger is $16 for a PDF and $20 for a printed pattern (each size range sold separately). The mid-rise "expansion pack" (in quotes because it's a whole pattern) is $14 and is only available in PDF.</p><p>The cheapest you can get all views of Ginger is $30 and Ash is $19.50.</p><p>Jude is only available in PDF (still two size ranges) for $16.</p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Instructions</h3><p>I purchased a printed version of Ginger in 2016, and the mid-rise expansion PDF in 2021. I bought Ash in PDF in 2022. I make these notes to let you know that there is always a chance instructions change and are updated from what I used.</p><p>I found many mistakes in my printed version of Ginger (detailed on my blog <a href="http://www.110creations.com/2019/01/overly-exhaustive-ginger-jeans-review.html" target="_blank">here</a>). The instructions for Ash were thorough and detailed and I had no issues. Take it with a grain of salt that by the time I was making Ash, I'd already made a lot of jeans and needed less hand-holding.</p><p>There is a <a href="https://blog.closetcorepatterns.com/ginger-jeans-sewalong/" target="_blank">Ginger sew along here</a> and an <a href="https://blog.megannielsen.com/ash-sewalong/" target="_blank">Ash sew along here</a>. At the time I was making a lot of Gingers, I used the sewalong a lot to supplement the instructions. I never even looked at the Ash one.</p><h3 style="text-align: left;">Gallery</h3><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQotRILlIlMzNh0tGMVdfWg_KYJ6lKyJdlsP9u1R5eHj0OUP8AICi4_bAbuJq_dWp-9R6c-aaMbkLSDRMhW5FiUpG5yP4xno0np-95ZPRUSimDZl7RxlfGuQBi2LnUIpC9nhIUNn0cF-oXiCKQ4qPAwIJd80grltVtTjsDSbxT-rha8cX-WHZuMv0S/s3088/IMG_1180.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="high rise Ginger jeans" border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2320" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQotRILlIlMzNh0tGMVdfWg_KYJ6lKyJdlsP9u1R5eHj0OUP8AICi4_bAbuJq_dWp-9R6c-aaMbkLSDRMhW5FiUpG5yP4xno0np-95ZPRUSimDZl7RxlfGuQBi2LnUIpC9nhIUNn0cF-oXiCKQ4qPAwIJd80grltVtTjsDSbxT-rha8cX-WHZuMv0S/w300-h400/IMG_1180.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><span style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.110creations.com/2019/11/geodesic-sweater-and-high-waisted.html" target="_blank">Ginger high rise in denim</a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkeYn5A-az6qZlCN6Rc9HFec2Re0WgXEaXPvvS9_4la5CyJHQFd-sgcXl0AMGozyXz1bCWG4CGxzmrANkBM_kAmqs9cwBM_cqyRe6YtX_HkZQ7Mt22V1amAcVG0Ojs3xgmKAqKv-2qQuOCHrpWmoo9OuJxaAFLeFsP_DBSLHlMSBTPjk6Jpee6Q9-s/s3088/low%20rise%20Ginger%20Jeans.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="low rise Ginger Jeans" border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2320" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkeYn5A-az6qZlCN6Rc9HFec2Re0WgXEaXPvvS9_4la5CyJHQFd-sgcXl0AMGozyXz1bCWG4CGxzmrANkBM_kAmqs9cwBM_cqyRe6YtX_HkZQ7Mt22V1amAcVG0Ojs3xgmKAqKv-2qQuOCHrpWmoo9OuJxaAFLeFsP_DBSLHlMSBTPjk6Jpee6Q9-s/w300-h400/low%20rise%20Ginger%20Jeans.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;">Ginger low rise in denim</span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgH8YWbSVcWcwA9WX6VcCdToFyXIFuQxPa-6tXm1SynYa6M3XrSZpdRp5xkT6tkQ5JOGebbGAuwoIN_BitAjfW5DQp3iir_YsmwR9BmStNsTVsUIUp2PYVQ-vs812sm65yFDHJgfDMjw1XYANJIZOb2izoyHwRFM05YHaQCgGyxWRo22_cXEhajrUFc/s3088/mid%20rise%20Ginger%20Jeans.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="mid rise Ginger Jeans" border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2320" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgH8YWbSVcWcwA9WX6VcCdToFyXIFuQxPa-6tXm1SynYa6M3XrSZpdRp5xkT6tkQ5JOGebbGAuwoIN_BitAjfW5DQp3iir_YsmwR9BmStNsTVsUIUp2PYVQ-vs812sm65yFDHJgfDMjw1XYANJIZOb2izoyHwRFM05YHaQCgGyxWRo22_cXEhajrUFc/w300-h400/mid%20rise%20Ginger%20Jeans.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.110creations.com/2021/01/mid-rise-ginger-jeans.html" target="_blank">Ginger mid-rise in denim</a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8vyzBAwQZfdNO3A_II80mnxEbbTD0B9JVdpWk_pljuCurrnU-_jf0mC6d8UOCbflw_fsMcVPg6r4AXeDejMDtCzS_DoB34TFG8hdopPsrUI4bOUpUGlzSeQO_tfujpjdBXutbvFM1hL2y9jwszaA0BX0CFDnVM1ulPTrcT1jeL3ypA_7wcqMwfubm/s2576/low%20rise%20twill%20Ginger%20Jeans.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2576" data-original-width="1932" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8vyzBAwQZfdNO3A_II80mnxEbbTD0B9JVdpWk_pljuCurrnU-_jf0mC6d8UOCbflw_fsMcVPg6r4AXeDejMDtCzS_DoB34TFG8hdopPsrUI4bOUpUGlzSeQO_tfujpjdBXutbvFM1hL2y9jwszaA0BX0CFDnVM1ulPTrcT1jeL3ypA_7wcqMwfubm/w300-h400/low%20rise%20twill%20Ginger%20Jeans.JPG" width="300" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.110creations.com/2019/01/overly-exhaustive-ginger-jeans-review.html" target="_blank">Ginger low rise in stretch twill</a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2XKOfPxFWSN_kZBrTbdoWQytVm1gnpveRviTiFfftJiv6MG5pOd9oR9Q0T4Q2wEsrjw6PTPYzrSB_lwKwDroX8696J2OmuY1b_immiD-LkMr2AuiCiihsS0zJYrku9v_QbloYYLPCP-YpStvPRGX0iX3Kw4vFKm3XkSwkLa9NmyN-UKgmhN8i63Yc/s1997/Ash%20flared%20denim.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="flared leg Ash Jeans" border="0" data-original-height="1997" data-original-width="1811" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg2XKOfPxFWSN_kZBrTbdoWQytVm1gnpveRviTiFfftJiv6MG5pOd9oR9Q0T4Q2wEsrjw6PTPYzrSB_lwKwDroX8696J2OmuY1b_immiD-LkMr2AuiCiihsS0zJYrku9v_QbloYYLPCP-YpStvPRGX0iX3Kw4vFKm3XkSwkLa9NmyN-UKgmhN8i63Yc/w290-h320/Ash%20flared%20denim.jpg" width="290" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.110creations.com/2022/09/flared-ash-jeans.html" target="_blank">Ash flared leg in denim</a></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHsKFGvexG5HNJ5Cn372wy_2E2rf2imjItN9hPWJdhgkh4AmYkaXl7kyOs2hHEZTAh_zAs48LksfLS40HPXi1RxSnzI9CCIttWkiCRFxvRRyfI3v5JI804GJHihFkMxCV4BpXoo07aJnkeaIQmYFbhdR7ObfY8pU57Nv4wG3IUMR-qjyaM9x1CWsnG/s3088/Ash%20Jeans%204.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="wide leg Ash Jeans" border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHsKFGvexG5HNJ5Cn372wy_2E2rf2imjItN9hPWJdhgkh4AmYkaXl7kyOs2hHEZTAh_zAs48LksfLS40HPXi1RxSnzI9CCIttWkiCRFxvRRyfI3v5JI804GJHihFkMxCV4BpXoo07aJnkeaIQmYFbhdR7ObfY8pU57Nv4wG3IUMR-qjyaM9x1CWsnG/w300-h400/Ash%20Jeans%204.JPG" width="300" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><a href="http://www.110creations.com/2023/01/wide-leg-ash-jeans.html" target="_blank">Ash wide leg in Tencel denim</a></span></div><h3 style="text-align: left;"><span style="text-align: left;">Biased Conclusion</span></h3><div><span style="text-align: left;">I tried to keep my above comparisons as factual as possible, so you could draw your own conclusions about these patterns. Of course, I have my own opinions.</span></div><div><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="text-align: left;">Ginger sucks. Ash is awesome. The existence of Jude is a stupid slap in the face.</span></div><div><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="text-align: left;">That's the short version. So, why? Objectively speaking, you get way more for your money with Ash than you do with Ginger. Yes, Ash only has one rise, but in my experience it's much easier to stick with a mid-rise and change the legs as you like. After kids, low rise became very difficult for me to fit well, and high-rise just isn't loved enough by me to care about having that option.</span></div><div><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div>The directions for Ash are just plain superior.</div><div><br /></div><div>Ash fits me better. Both patterns require me to adjust the center back for a swayback, but that's the only change I need with Ash. These are facts that are true for my body, and honestly, it might depend on the day. Fit is in the body of the beholder and what works for me, even if our stats are the same, may not feel comfortable for you. Fabrics change, in particular stretch denim, and unless we're cutting the exact same bolt our mileage will vary.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLh6968lYrsAgUAO4NmQu9sXupfsZfEXSy5nIOoTzshtjgAocMhtDOvGxnnPEvmZob0E4PTKhDNOqFHl8zkVw9-tPzgJuGcBgGR4waSA9RfRJP8Tm902C-_8i9B3hKVn-ueWAF3TkoXA4pEkFySQiFc19LBbGVLfEC2RZyfghiscYRAcL3xL9wmfNd/s1080/Fit%20is%20in%20the%20body%20of%20the%20beholder.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLh6968lYrsAgUAO4NmQu9sXupfsZfEXSy5nIOoTzshtjgAocMhtDOvGxnnPEvmZob0E4PTKhDNOqFHl8zkVw9-tPzgJuGcBgGR4waSA9RfRJP8Tm902C-_8i9B3hKVn-ueWAF3TkoXA4pEkFySQiFc19LBbGVLfEC2RZyfghiscYRAcL3xL9wmfNd/s320/Fit%20is%20in%20the%20body%20of%20the%20beholder.png" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>I am salty about CCP. I've struggled with many of their patterns (and had success with others too). I resent the lavish praise I often see about Ginger when, in my opinion, it's not merited. Making jeans is difficult, and there is no magic pattern that will make it easy. It's harmful to praise a pattern to the high heavens and set up unrealistic expectations for other sewists. Sometimes things aren't clicking, we make mistakes, whatever, but <i>sometimes the pattern is the problem, not you</i>.</div><div><br /></div><div>Jude being released right in the midst of me writing this post is so typical of what I would expect. Instead of four views in one pattern, CCP wants you to buy two different patterns. I'm sure I'm comparing apples to oranges; everyone has their own business model, expenses, etc. and maybe it's not fair to say Megan Nielsen and CCP should operate the same way. But as the customer and consumer here, my feedback is that buying two patterns vs. one is annoying.</div><div><br /></div><div>As you can see, I have four pairs of Ginger Jeans, but the mid-rise are the only ones I wear. I'm sure I will soon replace those with a skinny pair of Ash Jeans, and my Gingers will be shoved to the bottom of the closet.</div><div><br /></div><div>You can buy Ginger <a href="https://closetcorepatterns.com/products/ginger-skinny-jeans-pattern?variant=39419163672710" target="_blank">here</a> and Ash <a href="https://megannielsen.com/products/ash-jeans-sewing-pattern" target="_blank">here</a>. Do you have any more questions about these two patterns?</div>110 Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12740139592563988097noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733005898566155607.post-48746106219898878322023-02-13T11:36:00.002-05:002023-02-13T11:48:33.067-05:00Moonrise Kingdom CoatI can't believe I'm here. Inside this coat that I've been dreaming of for I don't even know how long. <div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEignM3GHhMXRtuQrHxXr0vnjH3cVGr0rSEC5YHHL9IdCE80FG0-yVEyA1Es3IjWMiD8vzESZ9owLhQEsFY2RbfWIosi6Jtj0aGZjtj3L3gegNN23uEmtEx6Du0tfmebHlRgAejdnYsrk9St6eR9m_rsO-9aSWJlN3x1kr1slzAEng0e0ClzahmonO0e/s1500/Pinterest%20Moonrise%20Kingdom%20coat.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1000" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEignM3GHhMXRtuQrHxXr0vnjH3cVGr0rSEC5YHHL9IdCE80FG0-yVEyA1Es3IjWMiD8vzESZ9owLhQEsFY2RbfWIosi6Jtj0aGZjtj3L3gegNN23uEmtEx6Du0tfmebHlRgAejdnYsrk9St6eR9m_rsO-9aSWJlN3x1kr1slzAEng0e0ClzahmonO0e/w426-h640/Pinterest%20Moonrise%20Kingdom%20coat.png" width="426" /></a></div><div><div><br /></div><div>The Wes Anderson movie Moonrise Kingdom came out in 2012, ironically the year I started learning how to sew. I'm not sure when I first saw it, but I certainly fell in love right away. As my sewing skills grew, I realized that if I could find the right fabric, I *probably* could recreate the iconic pink coat that the main character Suzy Bishop wears in the climax of the film.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjhuPDVwZ3AQF7Acfm_X-q_-MCGVqV45fuo29xFXTAxQ9C9358H-WhrDIPojHDvtiBh-AkC9idDRBmti-Y5uKnELwSlO9G0vzq-gXOsPjFlYiFi8ErvBmX9qXGi5XdTR0QWMy9WfSKDKb9uWG7fcKb0rPYPydY7fHnu5XL21siXbXSePQn34ZEbzxk/s3088/Moonrise%20Kingdom%20coat%203.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjhuPDVwZ3AQF7Acfm_X-q_-MCGVqV45fuo29xFXTAxQ9C9358H-WhrDIPojHDvtiBh-AkC9idDRBmti-Y5uKnELwSlO9G0vzq-gXOsPjFlYiFi8ErvBmX9qXGi5XdTR0QWMy9WfSKDKb9uWG7fcKb0rPYPydY7fHnu5XL21siXbXSePQn34ZEbzxk/w480-h640/Moonrise%20Kingdom%20coat%203.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div>Every time I got an email from a fabric shop about new wool coatings, I looked for the right fabric. Pink and white small scale houndstooth. Fabric Mart. Emma One Sock. Mood. Blackbird. Places that I knew I could count on for quality wool coatings. Every winter became a sad treasure hunt that never paid off. </div><div><br /></div><div>Until 2022.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrOJ6PuprDj2OOaF9WlVkiOzzJD5XZQ2hDuDkHStRnwsBeOLVdb1vh1KYAFXrWKlLrTTJ_2OcIXMvkDKM9PN0QBbaJinlQNApCGJUFPn6uGdxY-lOVDLcyo8kZdezyc6xO0JBg48pSZv5nnbEyFJs54QDn8pz8z_8kopOvfdNSaUQQT2H0hZZoTGjz/s3088/Moonrise%20Kingdom%20coat%207.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrOJ6PuprDj2OOaF9WlVkiOzzJD5XZQ2hDuDkHStRnwsBeOLVdb1vh1KYAFXrWKlLrTTJ_2OcIXMvkDKM9PN0QBbaJinlQNApCGJUFPn6uGdxY-lOVDLcyo8kZdezyc6xO0JBg48pSZv5nnbEyFJs54QDn8pz8z_8kopOvfdNSaUQQT2H0hZZoTGjz/w480-h640/Moonrise%20Kingdom%20coat%207.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>Finally, finally, finally...<a href="https://www.emmaonesock.com" target="_blank">Emma One Sock</a> stocked THE ONE (it's sold out, I'm sorry). The one I had been waiting for. It was 100% perfect. It has since sold out, but at $25/yard it was even reasonably priced (it's a blend). I ordered it, it arrived, and it was still perfect in person. Thus began the search for the perfect pattern.</div><div><br /></div><div>If you've been around the sewing interwebs long, you've probably seen the <a href="https://www.tillyandthebuttons.com/2013/12/the-moonrise-kingdom-jacket.html" target="_blank">Tilly and the Buttons</a> version of the Moonrise Kingdom coat. Tilly used the Watson Jacket pattern from Papercut. I attempted to track down a copy of this pattern, but it's no longer in print. It has notable differences anyway, so I decided to go ahead and find a good coat base and hack it from there. I landed on Lisette for Butterick, <a href="https://www.sewlisette.com/patterns/B6385" target="_blank">B6385</a>. The length was correct and the collar looked similar. Even though Big 4 patterns aren't my favorite, I've worked with some Lisette patterns in the past and trust Liesl+Co wholeheartedly. This pattern also comes with multiple cup sizes, the front center pattern piece (with the dart) are the pieces that are drafted differently. I used a C-cup piece.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrpm28asXVixISFOYbQSofITrFKplHz-7iBw_iAZzmcwFepO5rlSDHVJ57KNEHnbp0zDhPpLMcqV2Y8UqJfccRuBk_kfN755V2F5dHbSw2Olj14kczy8OKLLLv3ui3mSGT665Xc1_xCbzL3J9U3MFU4p823zpR0O04Xiax6Ec8iCvD5aDxBbdek36C/s3088/Moonrise%20Kingdom%20coat%208.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrpm28asXVixISFOYbQSofITrFKplHz-7iBw_iAZzmcwFepO5rlSDHVJ57KNEHnbp0zDhPpLMcqV2Y8UqJfccRuBk_kfN755V2F5dHbSw2Olj14kczy8OKLLLv3ui3mSGT665Xc1_xCbzL3J9U3MFU4p823zpR0O04Xiax6Ec8iCvD5aDxBbdek36C/w480-h640/Moonrise%20Kingdom%20coat%208.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>I made a muslin because I often have to grade out in the hips with long coats. The bodice is a 10 and I graded to a 14 in the hips. It was a pain in the arse because there are so many panels to the pattern and I wasn't sure of the easiest way to accomplish the grading. I ended up only grading out on the side seams.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDokbcv9lsGio_gu3LL6zUypzpTLVTUXQTSW9odz1ahXk7MMmgqtdLPz30onzRZXW62ZgcwcEq1jEPMC4iNH_hnQQ994_mxh85YuYDEYtrLfeK7y8DnXDHq7SoasILtmTkHqa8FWU5Yw71cyvftdlO1elZ4Tz_gXIZIMh_G6rtJdYccvAeJAfqV150/s4032/Moonrise%20Kingdom%20coat%2010.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDokbcv9lsGio_gu3LL6zUypzpTLVTUXQTSW9odz1ahXk7MMmgqtdLPz30onzRZXW62ZgcwcEq1jEPMC4iNH_hnQQ994_mxh85YuYDEYtrLfeK7y8DnXDHq7SoasILtmTkHqa8FWU5Yw71cyvftdlO1elZ4Tz_gXIZIMh_G6rtJdYccvAeJAfqV150/w480-h640/Moonrise%20Kingdom%20coat%2010.JPG" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>I played around with muslin and draping and looked at pattern pieces for capes online (I have some resources saved on <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/110creations/sewing-inspiration/" target="_blank">Pinterest</a>). I wish I would've actually drafted something on paper but I hate math, so, there. In the end, the cape is fine. A little more swish would've been good but I'm okay with it. The neck edge of the cape is the same as the neck of the coat. I basted them together and sewed the coat like normal. The cape is a single layer and the edges are finished with rayon seam binding.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJGGevfOtbtcPZ37-0ouUEDth4CiNv1Oow1Sk4HZ7rBuofSCSvaDBI4xmL0HGxXnc9Rk3_SycRsBAlb0EZDz0iaIXJrJEobIC8Nz0crS4KpGy1uCzOyqP9y8YSzlfRzLav5r-SJ5ae2Ponn4JgO-FJ2IwWcVCaTb6QPBAFxzKJOuu62zBLy8buOFpg/s3088/Moonrise%20Kingdom%20coat%209.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJGGevfOtbtcPZ37-0ouUEDth4CiNv1Oow1Sk4HZ7rBuofSCSvaDBI4xmL0HGxXnc9Rk3_SycRsBAlb0EZDz0iaIXJrJEobIC8Nz0crS4KpGy1uCzOyqP9y8YSzlfRzLav5r-SJ5ae2Ponn4JgO-FJ2IwWcVCaTb6QPBAFxzKJOuu62zBLy8buOFpg/w480-h640/Moonrise%20Kingdom%20coat%209.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>I also increased the height of the collar by 2". Suzy's coat looked like it had a very tall collar, tall enough that it could flop over and be buttoned into the cape. Two inches ended up working out great.</div><div><br /></div><div>I omitted the welt pockets and changed them to in-seam. I used the pocket bag pattern pieces that came with the coat and they are a bit small to use as in-seam pockets.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiScVm_la2DAqKr1330Tj54GzvH3hJ_JfnfZvpPqATUAPyFsFJzo1HgQ-aRrA87cKAz-iuAyJkMmWRgfcEhtmO7M6K5fL0zbJk8NmAaYehlK6Sl44xVsXEYQRMkqUCpEIaoaseBKIjfvrcuUEDRjVjWsrhWTEczC-6QpixV5xt0lPSkAz7UD45S5iAI/s4032/Moonrise%20Kingdom%20coat%2011.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiScVm_la2DAqKr1330Tj54GzvH3hJ_JfnfZvpPqATUAPyFsFJzo1HgQ-aRrA87cKAz-iuAyJkMmWRgfcEhtmO7M6K5fL0zbJk8NmAaYehlK6Sl44xVsXEYQRMkqUCpEIaoaseBKIjfvrcuUEDRjVjWsrhWTEczC-6QpixV5xt0lPSkAz7UD45S5iAI/w480-h640/Moonrise%20Kingdom%20coat%2011.JPG" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>The pleat is sewn down in a few places and open in others</i></div><div><br /></div><div>This pattern has some nice details and finishes that you won't see in all coat patterns. The lining is hand-sewn, there is a very particular back lining pleat, etc. The only thing I disliked is that there is no shoulder seam, it has a yoke that comes over the shoulder into a forward seam. I would have preferred a traditional shoulder seam just to make my cape-drafting easier.</div><div><br /></div><div>I only saw one "mistake" and that was that the back pleat in the lining was basted closed, but then you were never told to remove the basting stitches.</div><div><br /></div><div>My lining is a cotton lawn that I got in a $5 mystery box from Michael's (watch the unboxing video <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tv/CiafM5Hh8DB/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link" target="_blank">here</a>, it's hilarious). For the sleeve lining, I used a poly woven leftover from a previous coat (I think it's the same as what's in my <a href="https://www.110creations.com/2020/10/wool-oslo-coat.html" target="_blank">Oslo</a> coat). The buttons are from Jo-Ann's.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAvVGLC4S8VjNAc7DjkFhopT4OnNN4PirRRLgXEbR5mNBYV9NLMJH-zWecxByTpDVYKVJ9FSHYrNQFLvOYfENiXWjrm_2hcsi9bYMi6zYyNcMB6EneNRJFzmZNkAIxnR9-WpD9OZ62IkNdnNhzFd89pfqqVs3QG3G0cRkRzHNq0h5bQuWZRpk5ebeF/s3088/Moonrise%20Kingdom%20coat%205.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAvVGLC4S8VjNAc7DjkFhopT4OnNN4PirRRLgXEbR5mNBYV9NLMJH-zWecxByTpDVYKVJ9FSHYrNQFLvOYfENiXWjrm_2hcsi9bYMi6zYyNcMB6EneNRJFzmZNkAIxnR9-WpD9OZ62IkNdnNhzFd89pfqqVs3QG3G0cRkRzHNq0h5bQuWZRpk5ebeF/w480-h640/Moonrise%20Kingdom%20coat%205.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>This was me trying to make Suzy's face</i></div><div><br /></div><div>The beret. Oh Lordy this beret. The only reason I made it is because I already had the most perfect fabric. It's an expensive, thick, reversible wool coating from Blackbird and I absolutely ruined it trying to make a poncho thingy. I managed to make this beret from it but it took a LOT of trial and error. If you review Suzy's beret, there are no visible seams on it. If you look at beret patterns online, they all have seams. I should've just made one with seams and been done with it, but I'm a glutton for punishment. Anyway. This is as good as it's going to get and that's that.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiG49TaYNwNgSV5kn4ZGtJTODcR6NIJOHyKTbwH9Em2l5AOxJGlh2N5Dt_3Kz0c__8Zuc2cvCjO1cOj84vAqxRerSTyeYuo8__G8PNBSovnsBQ4h58CkoDsdWUKCCYGem-IEoELL73CvRHvlnZaVKyoJGzCoTjtHGpk65941CYkc-cEOa67_jz1VRSt/s3088/Moonrise%20Kingdom%20coat%202.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiG49TaYNwNgSV5kn4ZGtJTODcR6NIJOHyKTbwH9Em2l5AOxJGlh2N5Dt_3Kz0c__8Zuc2cvCjO1cOj84vAqxRerSTyeYuo8__G8PNBSovnsBQ4h58CkoDsdWUKCCYGem-IEoELL73CvRHvlnZaVKyoJGzCoTjtHGpk65941CYkc-cEOa67_jz1VRSt/w480-h640/Moonrise%20Kingdom%20coat%202.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>I didn't intend for this coat and beret to become a costume, but now that I've put all the work into it, that may happen come Halloween. We'll see. It's sort of an obscure reference if you're not a Wes Anderson fan. In any case, it feels amazing to have had this goal for so long, and to finally see it come to life.</div></div>110 Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12740139592563988097noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733005898566155607.post-34506802325009832982023-02-08T11:38:00.007-05:002023-02-14T18:22:37.350-05:00BFF Bag PatternApparel sewing will always be my first love, but every couple of months I get the urge to make a bag. Luckily, the urge struck me just as Loni from <a href="https://www.havinsewmuchfun.com/" target="_blank">Havin Sew Much Fun</a> asked for testers for her first ever pattern, the BFF Bag. <div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijQ9neW54FfQJ3GUwofNyUWstfqn3ayNuX1MHkqH5qOs9Gy-Dv9uU8lIDB0LWc26WPzP7C8rdsmN8FKEAm-_NaljmyrAqy3UmBEqe350nL7GlM26h1_N2j68iazRUCZplqG-i06L0R9DPdk3-jb_JgejrFD7KffFHg3xXJGPu0DVtU5lc1TZFYdrW3/s1500/Pinterest%20BFF%20Bag.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="BBF Bag Pattern" border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1000" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijQ9neW54FfQJ3GUwofNyUWstfqn3ayNuX1MHkqH5qOs9Gy-Dv9uU8lIDB0LWc26WPzP7C8rdsmN8FKEAm-_NaljmyrAqy3UmBEqe350nL7GlM26h1_N2j68iazRUCZplqG-i06L0R9DPdk3-jb_JgejrFD7KffFHg3xXJGPu0DVtU5lc1TZFYdrW3/w426-h640/Pinterest%20BFF%20Bag.png" width="426" /></a></div><br /><div><div>Full disclosure: as a child of the 90s, I have a hard time accepting that fanny packs are back. But mom jeans are here and I've worn those, so I guess I should get over it. Not gonna lie, it helps to have a fanny pack that is as cute as this one!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKLDnI1GYxMeJLNGiauqfCv_b0UZjtfh-ugd-VFEpHCqgu0ywAHfx893Ustr5ft2dyHhimT5EI4Ig8U3qiT79q5c32ceuhf-_3FY6Tf06c-zIn4xtfaRp7mN_28A39DKWclkwUFgiv6413UgRukrFexwrFlpOI12xfohCheKxCm1KwLrQbqkv77DBI/s3088/IMG_7825.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjKLDnI1GYxMeJLNGiauqfCv_b0UZjtfh-ugd-VFEpHCqgu0ywAHfx893Ustr5ft2dyHhimT5EI4Ig8U3qiT79q5c32ceuhf-_3FY6Tf06c-zIn4xtfaRp7mN_28A39DKWclkwUFgiv6413UgRukrFexwrFlpOI12xfohCheKxCm1KwLrQbqkv77DBI/w480-h640/IMG_7825.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div>The BFF Bag can be worn as a fanny, or crossbody. There are directions for right or left-handed wearing, which is something I've never seen in a bag pattern. I was thoroughly impressed with Loni's directions and illustrations. You never would've guessed it was her first pattern!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiW53HlKrO56Sb2pyvtJ6MJiHVYGfV_c1VbfCzyfk6-5l-BLKQeB682fa5EOwbOsAhWnFpQPkdeUpkAxgE-7YhDZRpGQNNDNI-u86m9kprD6c1E9q3Y5lzXK6g5OGC_j_dbUie-TBhmyVo75KNQUwaAFoGzolLConCKr33j_oJNHAmS6YhdGdxgg9Xt/s3088/IMG_7827.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiW53HlKrO56Sb2pyvtJ6MJiHVYGfV_c1VbfCzyfk6-5l-BLKQeB682fa5EOwbOsAhWnFpQPkdeUpkAxgE-7YhDZRpGQNNDNI-u86m9kprD6c1E9q3Y5lzXK6g5OGC_j_dbUie-TBhmyVo75KNQUwaAFoGzolLConCKr33j_oJNHAmS6YhdGdxgg9Xt/w480-h640/IMG_7827.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div>This is the tester version of the bag, but nothing changed in the design during testing, the instructions were just updated to be more clear in some areas. The only word of caution I have for you is to test the strap length a bit. You want it to be able to shorten it enough to wear over your hips, but also be long enough to go crossbody.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEillEPt31n17WpOU9tksnE6tXMs4UjgINP8itE7-y7f-4EAWCMmOt8nHExy1c_fL1Z1irqQTZrzIvqfMa6RsnIw4U5gAS-yhOo13ff9-DNoW2rq-IhGT_sIF7d2AKxoyX2vdTCkzmVagTTyrXn-YfRmm3zLG9lAl53QRWUTK0JTMd6qdLU4Lp9LaWzH/s3088/IMG_7826.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEillEPt31n17WpOU9tksnE6tXMs4UjgINP8itE7-y7f-4EAWCMmOt8nHExy1c_fL1Z1irqQTZrzIvqfMa6RsnIw4U5gAS-yhOo13ff9-DNoW2rq-IhGT_sIF7d2AKxoyX2vdTCkzmVagTTyrXn-YfRmm3zLG9lAl53QRWUTK0JTMd6qdLU4Lp9LaWzH/w480-h640/IMG_7826.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div>This is a quick sew requiring only a small amount of fabric. I was super excited that I could use my last precious scraps of pre-quilted Merchant and Mills fabric (used for a Tamarack here) and this fun coneflower cotton poplin print from LA Finch Fabrics. I interfaced the M&M fabric and that worked well. I made the strap from cotton twill. The pink and white striped trim on the outside pocket is vintage, from a garage sale. I used a magnet closure for the exterior pocket. Everything was from my stash except the hardware.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9DLpFBifaYkS42mhiEerCs9K0Ac4EKZgKxSf3Df1KQlgdtS9iFVtzPBdS0q5HvPwcHpJo3dFMVwQMtDij9sv1SE3jweU0BhrCYsJaTscqsbrUYBu-S81HeOGOZ-WjkohpQaK-fRsYfa5tsCV5aMVtLLDzPL1tYB5MUv5jUdJZczP-C08MlV3pVoBD/s4032/IMG_7838.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9DLpFBifaYkS42mhiEerCs9K0Ac4EKZgKxSf3Df1KQlgdtS9iFVtzPBdS0q5HvPwcHpJo3dFMVwQMtDij9sv1SE3jweU0BhrCYsJaTscqsbrUYBu-S81HeOGOZ-WjkohpQaK-fRsYfa5tsCV5aMVtLLDzPL1tYB5MUv5jUdJZczP-C08MlV3pVoBD/w480-h640/IMG_7838.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>The interior zip that I had was a few inches too short, so I covered the ends with leather scraps. I added a sweary label inside because, if you know Loni, that just fits her vibe. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggpcF5XwkSG3oOj5keJg05ivxqQpK2XywZDANgheh5s5I7LzvhHpwA6rYcz316YUS3cZuTKLlnlnghHhJ9bOQv139MNrc_HX2E4-RMYYjzkNUjkGaExkW19rNE-_I3j6MjkqMeEeZ_94Z-_GG9vJrqk1YF-oqwTI7cLzrmOIXIYI5pAB_L-pEvEmxS/s4032/IMG_7843.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggpcF5XwkSG3oOj5keJg05ivxqQpK2XywZDANgheh5s5I7LzvhHpwA6rYcz316YUS3cZuTKLlnlnghHhJ9bOQv139MNrc_HX2E4-RMYYjzkNUjkGaExkW19rNE-_I3j6MjkqMeEeZ_94Z-_GG9vJrqk1YF-oqwTI7cLzrmOIXIYI5pAB_L-pEvEmxS/w480-h640/IMG_7843.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>I'd never done the seam binding finish on a bag before, but Loni's directions hold your hand and walk you through it just fine. Be patient and sew slowly. You probably will need a machine that can handle heavy fabrics. When going over the binding and the straps it gets pretty bulky.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEic0gK886C2cuCraPhb-l8XLPn50C8nl_sLeuivKxx-arjIMBEYL0PW7oyxReuzN-KvmOcDOfXFS44AUtlVab0ZvcwgjN6SxPwN5Es8oGGz4W3aGtl3hTOJCgrdrjL7yqJDo6jYE1-Dfu6pKLkpn8WYuM2leCk0iHC9vpNxTadP6uqSZCD8Wfou7JyR/s4032/IMG_7839.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEic0gK886C2cuCraPhb-l8XLPn50C8nl_sLeuivKxx-arjIMBEYL0PW7oyxReuzN-KvmOcDOfXFS44AUtlVab0ZvcwgjN6SxPwN5Es8oGGz4W3aGtl3hTOJCgrdrjL7yqJDo6jYE1-Dfu6pKLkpn8WYuM2leCk0iHC9vpNxTadP6uqSZCD8Wfou7JyR/w480-h640/IMG_7839.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div>I love how this bag turned out, and I think I'll be wearing it a lot this spring and summer! Grab your pattern <a href="https://www.havinsewmuchfun.com/shop/bff-bag-pdf-pattern" target="_blank">here</a>.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuiGDSx_AEqlN81d2XzltlFCkwM6jwQXuIgRg764z74oJuXYD8Af9UH68oIe6ZGx4vHCkwNJK4WaE7aRkYgQTVNI1pMIDu5eJFIDl-J_964Zj5IhWeMOV3xG1toaByqfHqdF7PxkwNdzlNoDTpTrItAOKaEkbYLQnyOaVcnPeEAUbCr3_oySGKVdxH/s3088/IMG_7829.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuiGDSx_AEqlN81d2XzltlFCkwM6jwQXuIgRg764z74oJuXYD8Af9UH68oIe6ZGx4vHCkwNJK4WaE7aRkYgQTVNI1pMIDu5eJFIDl-J_964Zj5IhWeMOV3xG1toaByqfHqdF7PxkwNdzlNoDTpTrItAOKaEkbYLQnyOaVcnPeEAUbCr3_oySGKVdxH/w480-h640/IMG_7829.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><i>*I received this pattern for free during testing. All opinions are my own.</i></div></div>110 Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12740139592563988097noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733005898566155607.post-65203640783057780342023-01-17T11:33:00.003-05:002023-01-17T11:33:43.606-05:00Wide Leg Ash JeansApparently, lightning does strike twice. My first pair of Ash Jeans (<a href="http://www.110creations.com/2022/09/flared-ash-jeans.html" target="_blank">flared view</a>) turned out amazing. I almost doubted whether they could be that good again. Guess what. They can.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLr_iCMqPIUA_Hn0tNEormakbWCagyc47rAJ-ov5bn-5xaPEktHy6NKlVQmCZj5DrkKAptJIdRFE8-h1s7zWLJrgnHxaR_OR1e4w-VEA35x7CDSw2A8jJjiGDmOZni9a0A1M5hUijxo1RF8CGNMNiF5iT0t9zplbrbTEhMM4wDw2d_5NjBJoi2IG2R/s3088/Ash%20Jeans%201.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Wide Leg Ash Jeans" border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgLr_iCMqPIUA_Hn0tNEormakbWCagyc47rAJ-ov5bn-5xaPEktHy6NKlVQmCZj5DrkKAptJIdRFE8-h1s7zWLJrgnHxaR_OR1e4w-VEA35x7CDSw2A8jJjiGDmOZni9a0A1M5hUijxo1RF8CGNMNiF5iT0t9zplbrbTEhMM4wDw2d_5NjBJoi2IG2R/w300-h400/Ash%20Jeans%201.JPG" width="300" /></a></div><br /><div>I've long needed a pair of nicer looking, trouser-esque jeans. I decided to try Ash again in the wide-legged version. I made the same size as before, a 6. This Tencel denim is totally bonkers and is fused/lined with French Terry. I'm serious. It was a score from <a href="https://www.lafinchfabrics.com" target="_blank">LA Finch Fabrics</a> (who else?) from two years ago. I previously made a pair of <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CLNBFfulYzP/?igshid=MDJmNzVkMjY%3D" target="_blank">Yanta Overalls</a> with it, and I liked it so much I went back and ordered more. I was worried about the stretch, but it turns out it worked fine for this pattern. I had totally forgotten it was Tencel but that explains why it's so soft!<br /><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbZ33XESBmUuHA5ti8iq29scEqPmwsd0wsMGT9Ovx_UBhlyVXMJ3HGPRWrm_x-CHaGZGbLzTCLNlUlYpMGE-MdFF8Ua2UGpD-q2BhNIUyApuV_VBOcRIeBl7ni8tLx6Xz0GhxQZMhFRcNYdP-NMYeTUgsuv6g_nZTYFv0Nu4dnTqHcHsTLi4nCRWFA/s3088/Ash%20Jeans%202.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Wide Leg Ash Jeans" border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbZ33XESBmUuHA5ti8iq29scEqPmwsd0wsMGT9Ovx_UBhlyVXMJ3HGPRWrm_x-CHaGZGbLzTCLNlUlYpMGE-MdFF8Ua2UGpD-q2BhNIUyApuV_VBOcRIeBl7ni8tLx6Xz0GhxQZMhFRcNYdP-NMYeTUgsuv6g_nZTYFv0Nu4dnTqHcHsTLi4nCRWFA/w300-h400/Ash%20Jeans%202.JPG" width="300" /></a></div><br /><div>Because I wanted these to look fancier, I skipped a lot of the contrast topstitching, omitted the belt loops and the leather patch. I also did not add rivets. Construction went a lot faster than normal because I wasn't switching back and forth among my machines for topstitching (I always use my vintage Singer 15-91 for jean topstitching).</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJ4S9tYhMYg6vI6EqbviBqA5l5E-4Jy_3l39C10YsEGbsOjO5WbZCJYuWIPCkkuv6iYg_QXKVZtgPolVCRaVi75gcd5tzW4PtQ2ndVFhnC_Fr9sKolbwXSVXzXX32tyR63yGnasAMvnE5lvfHCkIm9P6-a5C_XRgUYXSGH_Qha3QnxsurUllzdEjNz/s3088/Ash%20Jeans%203.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Wide Leg Ash Jeans" border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJ4S9tYhMYg6vI6EqbviBqA5l5E-4Jy_3l39C10YsEGbsOjO5WbZCJYuWIPCkkuv6iYg_QXKVZtgPolVCRaVi75gcd5tzW4PtQ2ndVFhnC_Fr9sKolbwXSVXzXX32tyR63yGnasAMvnE5lvfHCkIm9P6-a5C_XRgUYXSGH_Qha3QnxsurUllzdEjNz/w300-h400/Ash%20Jeans%203.JPG" width="300" /></a></div><br /><div>My first pair, I added stretch interfacing to both the waistband and waistband facing, which went against the directions. Turns out, I should've followed the directions. The waistband is pretty darn tight on that first pair. I skipped it on this pair and the fit is much more comfortable.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjh4LHwlSQlQauNliBmAqSOJY5dLvxXHpJkpISlC3n6Ymc4Wjg2dh9BpkSw10ynd7Gon_Hc3li3CrYL6MIjst2tlOlVQxQ0KmJm6rxlBH3R7UfF6Se0yEB_Q7AzzvE4Q-iKRz4T_BkCRT7QOCQ4mjHNC7kcFM-q9AKraC8uY8ogBDeldy0bzpi85550/s3088/Ash%20Jeans%204.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Wide Leg Ash Jeans" border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjh4LHwlSQlQauNliBmAqSOJY5dLvxXHpJkpISlC3n6Ymc4Wjg2dh9BpkSw10ynd7Gon_Hc3li3CrYL6MIjst2tlOlVQxQ0KmJm6rxlBH3R7UfF6Se0yEB_Q7AzzvE4Q-iKRz4T_BkCRT7QOCQ4mjHNC7kcFM-q9AKraC8uY8ogBDeldy0bzpi85550/w300-h400/Ash%20Jeans%204.JPG" width="300" /></a></div><br /><div>I did follow a different method of construction so that I could fit the center back better. I have a swayback and always have to take wedges out to reduce gaping. I pulled out the directions for the long-forgotten classic <a href="https://www.sewaholicpatterns.com/thurlow-trousers/" target="_blank">Sewaholic Thurlow Trousers</a> and followed those for the waistband assembly. Well, to a point. I just can't quit the idea of finishing the waistband facing with bias tape. It's so much easier and looks pretty. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGP6s3d07wV3WnR-QRUbBPvsubS43zou57USLPEV784XCNahjKj_OxzW6_Wv3u4POZiJgjwVQojbTR7-YT0K4OrzKj5IneyQ7UG1pJdaLtk3breUIJtwtof9dXRm6MrYUXeSclkW1tjl6aleBIIJp-C4z_AJFJqi3wD1ftNNYZCTmIoTyRaHumeVWs/s4032/Ash%20Jeans%2010.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Wide Leg Ash Jeans" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGP6s3d07wV3WnR-QRUbBPvsubS43zou57USLPEV784XCNahjKj_OxzW6_Wv3u4POZiJgjwVQojbTR7-YT0K4OrzKj5IneyQ7UG1pJdaLtk3breUIJtwtof9dXRm6MrYUXeSclkW1tjl6aleBIIJp-C4z_AJFJqi3wD1ftNNYZCTmIoTyRaHumeVWs/w300-h400/Ash%20Jeans%2010.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div><br /></div>If you decide to chop the waistband in half at center back, make sure to add seam allowance on those ends. You can sew the legs and center front crotch seams together and leave the center back seam basted. Then you can fit the back seam from there.</div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmP70vp-veDONau4Fs7bthHnUUHAgYDTVfakVTqNIFpnBQX7nYWMDkfpmrQe7rDajApz4JRpfdJSrH7h4GG2FPqi7jpbhPvHYnNGW0vhgZRB9pYHSXqYj1x1FaMElFi1tZRIoeebEUIvfz9MrXViym5k-R2fIx1ru8C0R8cnxUjn9RKmrf_weRygBC/s4032/Ash%20Jeans%209.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Wide Leg Ash Jeans" border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmP70vp-veDONau4Fs7bthHnUUHAgYDTVfakVTqNIFpnBQX7nYWMDkfpmrQe7rDajApz4JRpfdJSrH7h4GG2FPqi7jpbhPvHYnNGW0vhgZRB9pYHSXqYj1x1FaMElFi1tZRIoeebEUIvfz9MrXViym5k-R2fIx1ru8C0R8cnxUjn9RKmrf_weRygBC/w400-h300/Ash%20Jeans%209.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div>For the hem, I cut the pants on the "tall" inseam length, then hemmed them 3" deep. I like the deep hem for a more trouser-like look. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_tV8qgYMzOyoexBm-SC7R6UIGV-flyrVqsx9homx8b_nR33gKJWtvZALdxztRJ22FSK3QU2aZCZmjOywtJxuFXK7S1N0gNgkND5fnZO1JpIonrDUgRbzhF8D08eEeLzueMV21kHkO1HqH_ygJKMwxECRaYjOSsMDMwP5UqeuZ9cMKtoL52rnjlAXv/s4032/Ash%20Jeans%2011.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Wide Leg Ash Jeans" border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="300" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_tV8qgYMzOyoexBm-SC7R6UIGV-flyrVqsx9homx8b_nR33gKJWtvZALdxztRJ22FSK3QU2aZCZmjOywtJxuFXK7S1N0gNgkND5fnZO1JpIonrDUgRbzhF8D08eEeLzueMV21kHkO1HqH_ygJKMwxECRaYjOSsMDMwP5UqeuZ9cMKtoL52rnjlAXv/w400-h300/Ash%20Jeans%2011.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div>These jeans are super comfy and look so stylish! I still want to make this pattern in a skinny leg, and I have some black stretch denim set aside for that. Have you tried Ash?</div></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMUuzQMGmA7x9zDzd4sOQRkYlyCCgw3KTF4BaFvyt3s20qyOKsV_U6P_GRLRplARn3RocwTAB4h7MlkVJJQgmTRJVuNVnth8-1zcFNDsDuZhLeN9cBDoPUs2eSjECv-RiXxzawyJX8L0AnynxIyQAcJJOEluBxMcSxCXQHFoF_sYqZw6DtuN_xeZJO/s3088/Ash%20Jeans%206.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Wide Leg Ash Jeans" border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMUuzQMGmA7x9zDzd4sOQRkYlyCCgw3KTF4BaFvyt3s20qyOKsV_U6P_GRLRplARn3RocwTAB4h7MlkVJJQgmTRJVuNVnth8-1zcFNDsDuZhLeN9cBDoPUs2eSjECv-RiXxzawyJX8L0AnynxIyQAcJJOEluBxMcSxCXQHFoF_sYqZw6DtuN_xeZJO/w480-h640/Ash%20Jeans%206.JPG" width="480" /></a></div>110 Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12740139592563988097noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733005898566155607.post-51569004369299705092023-01-11T10:22:00.001-05:002023-01-11T10:22:04.999-05:00Wool Gauze Patina Blouse<p>I recently posted my Hey June <a href="http://www.110creations.com/2023/01/ponte-rosslyn-trousers.html" target="_blank">Rosslyn Trousers</a>, while wearing my <a href="https://fridaypatterncompany.com/products/patina-blouse-pdf-pattern" target="_blank">Patina Blouse</a>, and couldn't believe it when I had no corresponding blog post for the Patina! It's such a great pattern, so here are the deets along with some photos you might have already seen lol. I had a lot of fun playing dress up with this blouse!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggAZIWX2M6glQooc2TT5DBA7wzvgPCh0FVKLpaUMMw7l59kd1Citvo6dzeAXpAt1JcyF9Yrl17zn9uHSiusGqQhkdyGF_Qi873MuUUnQAwdkidVlzLRxo4M0F7UG7_HYY_5cQ85JxP38is5NKHDoXJ9pEo9uQ0Pb5eBfGPP2B5MRlPdrF0-pIaYQ0u/s3088/patina%20blouse%204.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Patina Blouse" border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2320" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggAZIWX2M6glQooc2TT5DBA7wzvgPCh0FVKLpaUMMw7l59kd1Citvo6dzeAXpAt1JcyF9Yrl17zn9uHSiusGqQhkdyGF_Qi873MuUUnQAwdkidVlzLRxo4M0F7UG7_HYY_5cQ85JxP38is5NKHDoXJ9pEo9uQ0Pb5eBfGPP2B5MRlPdrF0-pIaYQ0u/w300-h400/patina%20blouse%204.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><p>The Patina Blouse is from Friday Pattern Company. It's one of many of their patterns that I've tried and loved (<a href="http://www.110creations.com/2021/03/colorblocked-wilder-gown.html" target="_blank">Wilder Gown</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Cikfy-JAjua/" target="_blank">Saltwater Slip</a>, <a href="http://www.110creations.com/2022/03/friday-pattern-company-heather-blazer.html" target="_blank">Heather Blazer</a>, <a href="http://www.110creations.com/2022/05/friday-pattern-company-saguaro-set.html" target="_blank">Saguaro Set</a>). I don't often wear woven shirts with collars (I'm all about that comfy knit life) but when I'm in the mood for it, nothing else will do.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgC7u7cx1AH_4kKNkU1074m5kS_4ueoxd9G19U5-FmtQZOicmUEw3uUnnHCPLqxm7vggPs6NF_I0FKr0P5bPwh5ovoIUig_mGHhJZr6quJrHpXbJoFvVfesueKOXMobnC1w3sX0HFJ7GQYmnfYMb5MX45N9MLWNcyGs_8o4fmzklrhwbPFqikJKWfQg/s3088/patina%20blouse%205.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Patina Blouse" border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgC7u7cx1AH_4kKNkU1074m5kS_4ueoxd9G19U5-FmtQZOicmUEw3uUnnHCPLqxm7vggPs6NF_I0FKr0P5bPwh5ovoIUig_mGHhJZr6quJrHpXbJoFvVfesueKOXMobnC1w3sX0HFJ7GQYmnfYMb5MX45N9MLWNcyGs_8o4fmzklrhwbPFqikJKWfQg/w300-h400/patina%20blouse%205.JPG" width="300" /></a></div><p>I measured close to a Small in the sizing chart, but decided to make an XS. That's the same size I wear in the Wilder Gown, and I also thought the Patina looks like it had just a touch more ease than I wanted. I'm super happy with the XS! I think a Small would have overwhelmed me a bit and possibly been too low cut.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP8wiltn2uBG5E3E8TtEWNOXQ6pfxAcqqzi_qsRIyjZixOFJbWyXeEFx6LWIW_wCpRMdWgu-po4X6Qk7J2ulYfEMvDiJMhiqdKeiAMfXy_r90-F6d9ulQ4xey_cw2CZMRR-ymowHfNbNYCwx89EXaPxN2P4aby4YirVxfOGibUqSqhObkrEvTB2G3u/s3088/patina%20blouse%206.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Patina Blouse" border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP8wiltn2uBG5E3E8TtEWNOXQ6pfxAcqqzi_qsRIyjZixOFJbWyXeEFx6LWIW_wCpRMdWgu-po4X6Qk7J2ulYfEMvDiJMhiqdKeiAMfXy_r90-F6d9ulQ4xey_cw2CZMRR-ymowHfNbNYCwx89EXaPxN2P4aby4YirVxfOGibUqSqhObkrEvTB2G3u/w300-h400/patina%20blouse%206.JPG" width="300" /></a></div><p>About that neckline...it IS low on purpose. I don't dislike it, but other people might. So much so that Friday Pattern Co. released <a href="https://fridaypatterncompany.com/blogs/blog/additional-neckline-depths-for-the-patina-blouse" target="_blank">an alternate pattern piece</a> and instructions for a raised neckline. Mine is unaltered and as-drafted.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBqlFhG3KmCtvC0nvskvrrTMVTiN4Y-pybRoSVSuLW0DMw85_O8i4w9JGGXWK7-oujp0PMDd6iqTbEw_sFKHdlbamfIuOmksx7ojPhSwPqODZ31-o8YagPfkYfPQRULYpldeylj8rJIIqUjzVlmaNKw-vTANUBgXlcMLGBM2a5tzYngGwU1qVQvwZl/s1794/patina%20blouse%201.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Patina Blouse" border="0" data-original-height="1794" data-original-width="1440" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBqlFhG3KmCtvC0nvskvrrTMVTiN4Y-pybRoSVSuLW0DMw85_O8i4w9JGGXWK7-oujp0PMDd6iqTbEw_sFKHdlbamfIuOmksx7ojPhSwPqODZ31-o8YagPfkYfPQRULYpldeylj8rJIIqUjzVlmaNKw-vTANUBgXlcMLGBM2a5tzYngGwU1qVQvwZl/w321-h400/patina%20blouse%201.JPG" width="321" /></a></div><p>The fabric I used is a true unicorn. It's a wool gauze deadstock from <a href="https://stonemountainfabric.com" target="_blank">Stonemountain & Daughter</a>. It is phenomenal, full stop. Light and airy but warm, soft and cozy but expensive-looking, it is all the things and I adore it. I had a tiny scrap left and I used it for a scarf. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAbz8cd1i2ZGhnWvAZi6j25sLtoIj-_tpaLhtmigriwMgNh_lorM82GlDQKnor8pE8LEOAeoa-IczLhEN7WPW6xUQxTHJ8YbFTU6rtUv1nzLZmKMQixs3H8D_anJFtpmGGBoy6l6OjCnOeb8AI0ImaQpFeTigS-hfNs0G2IRBcVWk00FZwyN7MzOlY/s3088/patina%20blouse%202.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Patina Blouse" border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2320" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAbz8cd1i2ZGhnWvAZi6j25sLtoIj-_tpaLhtmigriwMgNh_lorM82GlDQKnor8pE8LEOAeoa-IczLhEN7WPW6xUQxTHJ8YbFTU6rtUv1nzLZmKMQixs3H8D_anJFtpmGGBoy6l6OjCnOeb8AI0ImaQpFeTigS-hfNs0G2IRBcVWk00FZwyN7MzOlY/w300-h400/patina%20blouse%202.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><p>As nice as this fabric is, with the sleeve cap gathers and the double-layered collar it ends up being a little stiff. I would definitely not go any stiffer with fabric choices and would probably gravitate towards fabrics with better drape. You can always use interfacing to stiffen the collar, but you can't relax a fabric for pretty gathers. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiS-DlMFKnwk7aVGLj5-wB3sO0bQAHks-7hE6ikAcYe5llxDpgDuu121CjN7CX8DIgylI_oxmTNfQvpXkvwTxp-iMTDBUm_YB9IOEd2VwZMLoUv3zsjPDu2EPZA1jqkXJ8LpOv7qmws8m2_Tp5xe9HKXoKJNfOZj6OUJCFD7EyvhS19kg0cRow1LvF0/s3088/patina%20blouse%203.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Patina Blouse" border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2320" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiS-DlMFKnwk7aVGLj5-wB3sO0bQAHks-7hE6ikAcYe5llxDpgDuu121CjN7CX8DIgylI_oxmTNfQvpXkvwTxp-iMTDBUm_YB9IOEd2VwZMLoUv3zsjPDu2EPZA1jqkXJ8LpOv7qmws8m2_Tp5xe9HKXoKJNfOZj6OUJCFD7EyvhS19kg0cRow1LvF0/w300-h400/patina%20blouse%203.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><p>I definitely want to make this top again (maybe the long-sleeved version), and there are some super cute collar hacks out there too. And for the record, I can pull this on over my head without undoing the buttons, so don't be afraid to make a totally faux placket if you are a beginner and want to try this pattern.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://payhip.com/b/qJWB9" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="1500" data-original-width="1000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMdAfx-6s7-Tw6M5RS3ip6Iv4DPG8cAntl52PyYaIwBKIbISjTe8O3xuqx18_iJUiAXjDMScHflkuVC6Fqxs0NxSdPPDHJP1NV0dxhfckaJu7CFcXkb5Fvx8B1gdCY9LYSkRbDVt7aT6qsspWCEQyO5E45SqsqUNeixypvsGm4HCM6UIYxUcy41EiR/s320/CTA%20tshirt%20ebook.png" width="213" /></a></div>110 Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12740139592563988097noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733005898566155607.post-78638356459311087402023-01-09T10:04:00.000-05:002023-01-09T10:04:10.546-05:00Ponte Rosslyn TrousersAnother Hey June pattern on the blog today, this time the highly anticipated knit pants, the <a href="https://www.heyjunehandmade.com/product/rosslyn-trousers/?affiliates=81" target="_blank">Rosslyn Trousers</a>! <i>(Forgive the lighting on the photos, I overexposed them on purpose so you could see the detail in the black better.)</i><div><i><br /></i></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoyjxtqHyCS1X5cvUpm9CByEVuWLqGZAQ6QFM0IIXP3qk8cXpb7ykcjnO7pems-LX9AOgKvoCmWXviGx-5dN9S373kriKev03ZJHkLDO4eKh5JARPnFyl947NXm9yVP48yEPOcRoNxV6i6vinJzf7zGzqA8fWtq3yqfzUhWZ1nOLSKEDFR6GIVUQvP/s3088/Rosslyn%20Trousers%201.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Rosslyn Trousers" border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoyjxtqHyCS1X5cvUpm9CByEVuWLqGZAQ6QFM0IIXP3qk8cXpb7ykcjnO7pems-LX9AOgKvoCmWXviGx-5dN9S373kriKev03ZJHkLDO4eKh5JARPnFyl947NXm9yVP48yEPOcRoNxV6i6vinJzf7zGzqA8fWtq3yqfzUhWZ1nOLSKEDFR6GIVUQvP/w480-h640/Rosslyn%20Trousers%201.JPG" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Top is a <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CWbcajcvHYv/?igshid=MDJmNzVkMjY%3D" target="_blank">Patina Blouse</a> from Friday Pattern Co.</i></div><div><br /></div><div>I've been waiting on this one for three years (not a joke). I made some knit pants back in 2020 and they were TERRIBLE. Worst pattern I've ever used (Patterns for Pirates SOS Pants). I still have a draft blog post of them that I haven't published because I was so embarrassed. Anyway. At that time, Adrianna sent me a message that she would eventually be releasing a knit pants pattern, but it would be far in the future. Well, that future is now and that pattern is Rosslyn!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj59fcTiIqycMlzCchWI5dz9nHooq5cHDbeJE9fSu0djugbiwPDq5Rb5854cR0OL7vZ1JvbjpoM2JpKsAFiGdvjJjpc-LBGFZanKLEkAxoomVslmsMdQhdhClPeJVlR0W28iJxMpSjNKsy-zP1ywEYfIOMd4gohjBc0Mtqn34Wp9IJN2RZUJV3fiRgm/s3088/Rosslyn%20Trousers%202.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Rosslyn Trousers" border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj59fcTiIqycMlzCchWI5dz9nHooq5cHDbeJE9fSu0djugbiwPDq5Rb5854cR0OL7vZ1JvbjpoM2JpKsAFiGdvjJjpc-LBGFZanKLEkAxoomVslmsMdQhdhClPeJVlR0W28iJxMpSjNKsy-zP1ywEYfIOMd4gohjBc0Mtqn34Wp9IJN2RZUJV3fiRgm/w480-h640/Rosslyn%20Trousers%202.JPG" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>These are actually not simple knit pants, they are definitely trousers. Fully functional fly, angled front pockets, and welt pockets on the rear. Traditional waistband and belt loops. The directions were excellent and there were plenty of links to blog posts for the tricky parts, if you needed help. There are three leg shapes; slim, straight and bootcut. I made the bootcut. The directions state that the bootcut is longer than the other two views. I am 5'4" and made no length adjustments.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihIohyITJJY97YNabqE05gmYXcmoAbTAiMacxy_qNLXCYCn6X5rudbgA3GQOTgYQObW97_0uNaE0zhEqPX8fREAJfqv_g3a3V8SNfVJdGyxB5XuoNWFFP6a9Iq_Ro4IVrFGBCfbIyXIVUFI9K3EZbOoscdBemHiBdgz50M-rmi7NZH8PTKWJ_Gd-YX/s3088/Rosslyn%20Trousers%203.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Rosslyn Trousers" border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihIohyITJJY97YNabqE05gmYXcmoAbTAiMacxy_qNLXCYCn6X5rudbgA3GQOTgYQObW97_0uNaE0zhEqPX8fREAJfqv_g3a3V8SNfVJdGyxB5XuoNWFFP6a9Iq_Ro4IVrFGBCfbIyXIVUFI9K3EZbOoscdBemHiBdgz50M-rmi7NZH8PTKWJ_Gd-YX/w480-h640/Rosslyn%20Trousers%203.JPG" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>I made a size 4 for my 37-38" hips. I ended up grading the waist closer to a size 2, which is not unusual for me in pants. I have a swayback, so I always have to take a wedge from CB. My tummy also tends to fluctuate in size. It's becoming quite annoying having pants that fit one day, and don't the next, when I'm making them myself! But that's part of being a living, breathing human and I'm trying to give myself permission to just wear a dang belt if I need it.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTTWjQiGfc_6r5JFUoSF1P84Vc84A4aW-1BF4aqrc5MGGqJ_Jrc4mKQYycO9WjQES00UkKx_hLqNwmSs5HiECClqzVvF-JpwPrGgcsaV_mv5-_phbW819hoCqL81EBoeRMFG82SAcFfV_ppqb7Z2TFfFvFkHZ1dGlfARkdm2Sys4rAHvlIJZ93z9tG/s3088/Rosslyn%20Trousers%204.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Rosslyn Trousers" border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTTWjQiGfc_6r5JFUoSF1P84Vc84A4aW-1BF4aqrc5MGGqJ_Jrc4mKQYycO9WjQES00UkKx_hLqNwmSs5HiECClqzVvF-JpwPrGgcsaV_mv5-_phbW819hoCqL81EBoeRMFG82SAcFfV_ppqb7Z2TFfFvFkHZ1dGlfARkdm2Sys4rAHvlIJZ93z9tG/w480-h640/Rosslyn%20Trousers%204.JPG" width="480" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>The fabric I used is a delicious rayon/nylon/spandex ponte from <a href="https://www.lafinchfabrics.com/products/fashion-nylon-rayon-spandex-ponte-de-roma-knit-solid-black-sold-by-the-yard?_pos=1&_sid=aacfefb8c&_ss=r" target="_blank">LA Finch Fabrics</a>. I ordered five yards of it! Eventually, I'd like to make a jacket (maybe an <a href="https://www.heyjunehandmade.com/product/evans-blazer/?affiliates=81" target="_blank">Evans Blazer</a>?) with my leftovers. You just never know when you'll need a good black ponte. There are a couple other colors online right now and if you like them, do not hesitate to add to cart. I did take care when pressing and used a press cloth to prevent shine, but the high rayon content meant that it pressed well (unlike a polyester ponte).</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLmXyZmA1D9VPftrh5L8Xn7fZ0WEdAnYt134erddO0dSEpNZWfSQY5904zTHw5qdSqKtHIyt4DXUa7cfl64j0eL5Q3vP0y3dBqeqTa0ez4NYQSTZpCCR3QK4q4ea9OwokFX5tccyexb6oiJukO5CgYzbiHvaJmOuRljGhJvYgPlk-W0ik4AZhDKPc9/s3088/Rosslyn%20Trousers%205.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Rosslyn Trousers" border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2316" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLmXyZmA1D9VPftrh5L8Xn7fZ0WEdAnYt134erddO0dSEpNZWfSQY5904zTHw5qdSqKtHIyt4DXUa7cfl64j0eL5Q3vP0y3dBqeqTa0ez4NYQSTZpCCR3QK4q4ea9OwokFX5tccyexb6oiJukO5CgYzbiHvaJmOuRljGhJvYgPlk-W0ik4AZhDKPc9/w480-h640/Rosslyn%20Trousers%205.JPG" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Man this view looks terrible...they are definitely sagging</i></div><div><br /></div><div>There were a couple times that I deviated from the directions to achieve a more elevated look. I got part way through constructing the welt pockets and realized that they were made by stitching the pocket bag directly to the back of the pants. I decided instead to make a more traditional welt pocket bag. I consulted the Reader's Digest sewing book for help there, and discovered a cute pocket tab detail that I incorporated.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDOlCOLLmKNetCOihvKNndBQLgnB6uae-WC7WGC5A7ismQ-JPRre5fJNFWrnQl4xlprfE9jUmKxrsshL_kweCgJeoBaL7U6h8Rjcd7z7uNph9Me0deFBZYifsxuXmWLzbY9FcxorWGr_z7eS55fjDIEu6FdoA4-XThER0-zenBSSqKpmnLhtMEahTN/s4032/Rosslyn%20Trousers%209.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhDOlCOLLmKNetCOihvKNndBQLgnB6uae-WC7WGC5A7ismQ-JPRre5fJNFWrnQl4xlprfE9jUmKxrsshL_kweCgJeoBaL7U6h8Rjcd7z7uNph9Me0deFBZYifsxuXmWLzbY9FcxorWGr_z7eS55fjDIEu6FdoA4-XThER0-zenBSSqKpmnLhtMEahTN/w300-h400/Rosslyn%20Trousers%209.JPG" width="300" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>After the first pocket was done, I was super duper over it and didn't feel like making a second. I could also see that in this heavy, stretchy knit fabric, the welt pockets were likely to gape. Long story short, one welt pocket is fake, one is real. The fake one has been hand-sewn shut to prevent it pulling open. In the future, I'll probably stick with faux welt pockets in stretchy fabrics.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRVFAk6OmKsQg_YkPqt33cYIvRkD1g4fn4XSszNhiHeGtpP4M7kKRrr5Tse24E7XLr9WiLLqYR2UNtAoq74IvukVWMj-N8waipxKxOgmKBkldAdktIwUDlbpkia313ZUcj2YPuHeGjj5jSOBYm1hAxlp4_V3vyRmUf2vFTKOjjzw6jhViLCd8HwUyE/s4032/Rosslyn%20Trousers%207.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Rosslyn Trousers" border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRVFAk6OmKsQg_YkPqt33cYIvRkD1g4fn4XSszNhiHeGtpP4M7kKRrr5Tse24E7XLr9WiLLqYR2UNtAoq74IvukVWMj-N8waipxKxOgmKBkldAdktIwUDlbpkia313ZUcj2YPuHeGjj5jSOBYm1hAxlp4_V3vyRmUf2vFTKOjjzw6jhViLCd8HwUyE/w640-h480/Rosslyn%20Trousers%207.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><div>For all my pocket bags, I used a swim knit to keep them lightweight and prevent too much bulk.</div></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjn7WSEnB71V5aThB0mxfg4PRshz10m_YFTb-g1N2g0hxUqR0hGVWZsqrMkAip1cHRzdS2WYtBIUrFGvmt-PcwI8U-jsj1RReL_FRYCZ_vp3x2vSpveph7M5dm2jdXJxyE9_E88rgD11Y-D4_2o9-L_lDS8n1SUUK9YjXwone8YXHYCXe8p09gEXQhc/s4032/Rosslyn%20Trousers%208.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Rosslyn Trousers" border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjn7WSEnB71V5aThB0mxfg4PRshz10m_YFTb-g1N2g0hxUqR0hGVWZsqrMkAip1cHRzdS2WYtBIUrFGvmt-PcwI8U-jsj1RReL_FRYCZ_vp3x2vSpveph7M5dm2jdXJxyE9_E88rgD11Y-D4_2o9-L_lDS8n1SUUK9YjXwone8YXHYCXe8p09gEXQhc/w640-h480/Rosslyn%20Trousers%208.JPG" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div>I did not topstitch the waistband, but stitched in the ditch instead. Once again, this was a personal preference for a nicer finish.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqxyOpFnYqpIuOrgvIZanCvO8FWMB2wFwftGMWsU41JHEHtoJP_2i-15C2KxNp6r_cpskvPWvooFvAtWifqC2tJdX9yf_syTFY0nGBw1COyB80yt7lcxvr6E1P5v90gR5bgCIKySrrK-YoBjMfNwJc_ye_LJNSSu79_eycLkQfgwl8JbwdMBCUYKF_/s2775/Rosslyn%20Trousers%206.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Rosslyn Trousers" border="0" data-original-height="2775" data-original-width="2316" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqxyOpFnYqpIuOrgvIZanCvO8FWMB2wFwftGMWsU41JHEHtoJP_2i-15C2KxNp6r_cpskvPWvooFvAtWifqC2tJdX9yf_syTFY0nGBw1COyB80yt7lcxvr6E1P5v90gR5bgCIKySrrK-YoBjMfNwJc_ye_LJNSSu79_eycLkQfgwl8JbwdMBCUYKF_/w534-h640/Rosslyn%20Trousers%206.JPG" title="Patina Blouse" width="534" /></a></div><br /><div>Looking at these photos, you can tell that they are sliding down because they do not fit tightly enough in the waist, despite the belt. I was warned by a friend on IG that the rise is high and I agree. A combination of a lower rise and a smaller waist would probably help me with fit. Overall though, I'm pleased with how nice these look. I typically only wear dress pants to church in the wintertime, and finally I have some that are warm enough for these brutal Midwest winters.</div><div><br /></div><div>If I ever go back to working in an office, I'll likely pull this pattern out again and make myself a bunch of secret pajama ponte pants. </div></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.lulu.com/spotlight/elizabethbyrge" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="2000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZP0KCPsjeRa_T30PMnwTTad-n63xCzAwle16FILMlaBi7B0GdG250a90ONDN7I2BvuVx0NWcdrAwKBpwwIvWZR9pBWK4tGRDYB91voCFTu3Qo4GR6qrDwMVOKuMUiQgcCS7mqzWRx3nsGCnR_uDmI2xZBSNACeN2wTge-8ICXB66FfKMEGq_9LPXg/w400-h320/CTA%20notebook.png" width="400" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b>Save 15% January 9th, 2023 through January 13th, 2023!</b></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b>Use code TIMETOSHINE15 at <a href="https://www.lulu.com/spotlight/elizabethbyrge" target="_blank">checkout</a>!</b></div><div><br /></div>110 Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12740139592563988097noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733005898566155607.post-7038852148472517882023-01-05T09:11:00.005-05:002023-01-05T09:20:03.296-05:00Hey June Fairmount ShacketIn the last year, I have sewn three Fairmount Shackets, and I have not blogged a single one. My first one has popped up on IG a bunch of times but it's never gotten a proper review. For shame!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxlfIWMPuYNT3iIgkJcgviu90-sHwwcB2nIyu1Hr43Rj2JG6rOWajx8DbcD40CWhld2NV1bw89WwpTqRG3M0pH7RhwdlAO4fASoc593t2sMqAk7s4P5OFGWvMWVYNQSGc3sCGjonLD42u-qfph-YiOCuPsDctOxEv6zYQTsqSnGHqVnYlxNUSW4PCd/s4032/fairmount%20shacket%203.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Fairmount Shacket" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxlfIWMPuYNT3iIgkJcgviu90-sHwwcB2nIyu1Hr43Rj2JG6rOWajx8DbcD40CWhld2NV1bw89WwpTqRG3M0pH7RhwdlAO4fASoc593t2sMqAk7s4P5OFGWvMWVYNQSGc3sCGjonLD42u-qfph-YiOCuPsDctOxEv6zYQTsqSnGHqVnYlxNUSW4PCd/w300-h400/fairmount%20shacket%203.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><br /></div><div>In case you missed it, the <a href="https://www.heyjunehandmade.com/product/fairmount-shacket/?affiliates=81" target="_blank">Fairmount Shacket</a> is from Hey June Handmade and it is wonderful! I made a size 4. My measurements put me at a 2 for the bust and a 6 for the hips, so I split the difference going with a 4. I'm happy with how it turned out and it fits nicely over other garments without being too big. No need to go up a size or anything, the pattern is drafted with the right amount of ease so that it's slightly oversized.</div><div><br /></div><div>The fabric is a wide flannel from <a href="https://www.lafinchfabrics.com" target="_blank">LA Finch Fabrics</a> (sold out now). It's not a super soft flannel, it is VERY lightly brushed only on one side. It is durable though and has held up well despite a ton of wear.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimEKBb36tHCXXNtJb_3sizB8OLBOIpcQ5KKzy-FsPxt-gwF8U_im36j02tM5H-1z2nwVK3Hu3MIrXIz7bNgd5iHH67fyNWw9hbHdnwfbxEX-NAoiLTeVG8P_wmC8I2od0gT60SMK4e11CQbIDjXBqjo81EksWLOmtTHckIaPY886d0-Ltq_PWkPfQ8/s4032/fairmount%20shacket%201.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Fairmount Shacket" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimEKBb36tHCXXNtJb_3sizB8OLBOIpcQ5KKzy-FsPxt-gwF8U_im36j02tM5H-1z2nwVK3Hu3MIrXIz7bNgd5iHH67fyNWw9hbHdnwfbxEX-NAoiLTeVG8P_wmC8I2od0gT60SMK4e11CQbIDjXBqjo81EksWLOmtTHckIaPY886d0-Ltq_PWkPfQ8/w300-h400/fairmount%20shacket%201.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>This pattern is definitely the more complicated of the shacket patterns out there. A convertible collar, full button cuff with placket, optional patch pockets with flaps, a pleated back and lined yoke, and a button placket. It's not a quick sew, but the instructions will get you through it no problem. I made this first one without any modifications.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOAgZKIKpwyhZ0-b0RIzhDwCknP7P9xVQx5PLJ2VYVyt3EkUZe-zkWpDhHyIeB6rVCAOeJ7FcPXpYdw1U534bWjdJEovN59D9a2p3uRpAhcaLTyZDfv-Dy0d1OexUON9uBmJg5TyjRq7B3N_ZCsaKhrSnD-O5BxgSRv-9DjC-IRC69XvMCYRNRXYTp/s4032/fairmount%20shacket%202.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Fairmount Shacket" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOAgZKIKpwyhZ0-b0RIzhDwCknP7P9xVQx5PLJ2VYVyt3EkUZe-zkWpDhHyIeB6rVCAOeJ7FcPXpYdw1U534bWjdJEovN59D9a2p3uRpAhcaLTyZDfv-Dy0d1OexUON9uBmJg5TyjRq7B3N_ZCsaKhrSnD-O5BxgSRv-9DjC-IRC69XvMCYRNRXYTp/w300-h400/fairmount%20shacket%202.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>After I made this Fairmount, I got the crazy idea to make a fully lined version with sherpa and a hood. I owe the world a lengthy post about that process! Even though the lined one is amazing and snuggly, I still wear this first one a lot. It fills the same hole in my wardrobe as a cardigan, but it's more suited to outdoor walks than my knitwear. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4KtFwhqHmKCmZL-da8s8qr6u8Dovs2hFffGHeasGsiHXqrwTv2rVZ1QF0JaL1NGGjPWqnr0dptoEvQr_sjopeWnu7-eyn9cwIEaz7zH_cqVzQyFYSXh_J1OCSuaUOfFHwRdYYiO61p3LcvB3Gryu6DNGxele47dxj64lVPe85gnMfZi53gvKfjJUj/s4032/fairmount%20shacket%204.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Fairmount Shacket" border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="400" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4KtFwhqHmKCmZL-da8s8qr6u8Dovs2hFffGHeasGsiHXqrwTv2rVZ1QF0JaL1NGGjPWqnr0dptoEvQr_sjopeWnu7-eyn9cwIEaz7zH_cqVzQyFYSXh_J1OCSuaUOfFHwRdYYiO61p3LcvB3Gryu6DNGxele47dxj64lVPe85gnMfZi53gvKfjJUj/w300-h400/fairmount%20shacket%204.jpg" width="300" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>Have you tried a <a href="https://www.heyjunehandmade.com/product/fairmount-shacket/?affiliates=81" target="_blank">shacket</a> yet? I think you'll be surprised how much you wear one!</div><div><br /></div><div><i>I am a Hey June affiliate and my links have been used. All opinions are my own and my love of this pattern is genuine!</i></div>110 Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12740139592563988097noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8733005898566155607.post-63293358803170337612022-12-06T10:05:00.001-05:002022-12-06T10:05:11.360-05:00Wool Felt Play Mat and Fairy Stump House<div><i>This post contains affiliate links.</i></div><div><br /></div>I'm hard at work on my handmade holiday, and today I'm showing off the felt play mat I made for my daughter!<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuf77s1Iux1mcID9QDHVKquGrhZXY54EVz8LZc6sAcl4lQfq0jXbCQFbTjgXDJ6ziAO4plS5rqqUlMtlClMB0geOapKy-wUyX04HnOi7ixgXSKjBeJY6puozbXYouWCNN3TS_8FefcuS-htZ-MjRNhBYTCBme92E3vWJXQshW6O1RDzvua6wA8T7co/s3449/IMG_7184.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3449" data-original-width="3022" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuf77s1Iux1mcID9QDHVKquGrhZXY54EVz8LZc6sAcl4lQfq0jXbCQFbTjgXDJ6ziAO4plS5rqqUlMtlClMB0geOapKy-wUyX04HnOi7ixgXSKjBeJY6puozbXYouWCNN3TS_8FefcuS-htZ-MjRNhBYTCBme92E3vWJXQshW6O1RDzvua6wA8T7co/w560-h640/IMG_7184.HEIC" width="560" /></a></div><br /><div>Okay, not gonna lie. I played with it myself a little bit. It's just too cute not to! On Black Friday I got a great deal on these two handmade dolls from <a href="https://us.olliella.com/collections/holdie-folk" target="_blank">Ollie Ella</a>. Originally, I thought I would give one to my 7 year old and one to my 6 year old, and that would be that. But things got totally out of hand, and I decided to make a whole universe for the dolls as well.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjB6bTnE8fq1ndp0NjtezZMpN2mHFk69bycACQVewgFaeuVCqeKExpN3P4zUKGc_PsTrRdvK1-G8BCiTdS2mXVRgFAp-vyesOR6H-kGTbczkSM8SalwQd0zj0Zlh5xPSS2aS3qTO7njl2NUYKhZGanQIUJRB_QBOJ-CR0m6GrYaFfm-woLzxktgei56/s4032/IMG_7185.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjB6bTnE8fq1ndp0NjtezZMpN2mHFk69bycACQVewgFaeuVCqeKExpN3P4zUKGc_PsTrRdvK1-G8BCiTdS2mXVRgFAp-vyesOR6H-kGTbczkSM8SalwQd0zj0Zlh5xPSS2aS3qTO7njl2NUYKhZGanQIUJRB_QBOJ-CR0m6GrYaFfm-woLzxktgei56/w480-h640/IMG_7185.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div>The fairy stump house was made following a tutorial/pattern from <a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=902459&u=2908038&m=67416&urllink=&afftrack=" target="_blank">Lia Griffith</a>. This is a company with a subscription-based model. I went ahead and paid the monthly fee of $9.99 to sign up, and immediately received access to this month's projects (15+ in a variety of craft genres) and SVGs (another 15+ here). With a monthly subscription, you also get 5 bonus downloads and can choose from past projects. The fairy stump house was one of my 5 projects and my first download. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjItK-RcTiD1Zkqu6UThQ66XuFAut16w0s3e9LEARNzGh4bO6Moe95XG92CkRmfkX2iRlNnCAGdpEviE4SD6FDxyoNFArUg_FkDq74Crkgu1YjthKKXap1l8KRqh3CjDNkvHPU8LjMcDykKDgu030E0q9GOIsMPtvaZ7Sb9LtS6OrnFWAn7Fft_NQzL/s4032/IMG_7183.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjItK-RcTiD1Zkqu6UThQ66XuFAut16w0s3e9LEARNzGh4bO6Moe95XG92CkRmfkX2iRlNnCAGdpEviE4SD6FDxyoNFArUg_FkDq74Crkgu1YjthKKXap1l8KRqh3CjDNkvHPU8LjMcDykKDgu030E0q9GOIsMPtvaZ7Sb9LtS6OrnFWAn7Fft_NQzL/w480-h640/IMG_7183.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div>All in all, I'm very happy with the $10 spent and what I get for it. I would have probably paid $10 for just the house pattern! It came with a printable PDF and SVG cut files. I was able to cut all the small, fiddly pieces with my Cricut. I used wool blend felt from Gingermelon, stabilized with Heat N Bond, and cut with my Cricut Explore Air 2.</div><div><br /></div><div>I have used affiliate links for <a href="https://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=902459&u=2908038&m=67416&urllink=&afftrack=" target="_blank">Lia Griffith</a>, if you sign up I earn a 5% commission ($0.50 on $10). Not making crazy money here, just want to pass along a site I've enjoyed using!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgukHa5mYZNYDKaTc58OJ2QZ_KXVbMuz9xampVssCvPsMxd129NIlqfFUH5IuuXfZkPHfOKMdk66EzJYlEv9ctuSX3hCZuzN97Q1dAjXPnWypGUur1CtQOWYgnXm0yAEp2-8ABwMR5Ij9y5cTJUTpWnxHIfT5gAZXzOrqlIxjKUHXdsusp9GrQTSK3w/s4032/IMG_7182.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgukHa5mYZNYDKaTc58OJ2QZ_KXVbMuz9xampVssCvPsMxd129NIlqfFUH5IuuXfZkPHfOKMdk66EzJYlEv9ctuSX3hCZuzN97Q1dAjXPnWypGUur1CtQOWYgnXm0yAEp2-8ABwMR5Ij9y5cTJUTpWnxHIfT5gAZXzOrqlIxjKUHXdsusp9GrQTSK3w/w480-h640/IMG_7182.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div>I deviated a bit from the design of the stump house, just based on what moved me in the moment and which colors of felt I had on hand. I also made it taller to accommodate the dolls, and added a bottom. The entire thing is sewn by hand using embroidery stitches. </div><div><br /></div><div>The green felt is from Jo-Ann's and is a recycled polyester. It is thicker and sturdier than a wool felt and works great as a base. The fire I made from sticks, hot glue, and felt.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFytuYGasFQII3ehZud0EEgqOoEwjAwpd3wLY18dp2_iA76mRNMK7yOC9DjvLHug9CpPQ8gJ0bHNF5vwiA028k4di3aK9HvAZbHX6OtrEmeLprIDSALu36F6SN0b5fh3VNMU5f7Ht3qfdjapNbRzYnIFYFmIcSjGIWDo4zLHE4q4w1qyoJtoRwP-4D/s4032/IMG_7180.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFytuYGasFQII3ehZud0EEgqOoEwjAwpd3wLY18dp2_iA76mRNMK7yOC9DjvLHug9CpPQ8gJ0bHNF5vwiA028k4di3aK9HvAZbHX6OtrEmeLprIDSALu36F6SN0b5fh3VNMU5f7Ht3qfdjapNbRzYnIFYFmIcSjGIWDo4zLHE4q4w1qyoJtoRwP-4D/w480-h640/IMG_7180.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div>The tent is a linen/cotton scrap. I had 12" dowel rods on hand from making my free banner pattern, and cut them in half with a hacksaw. It took me WAY too long to figure out a good way to make the tent. I tried all kinds of things before I ended up here. </div><div><br /></div><div>I hope my daughters appreciate all my hard work and are delighted on Christmas morning!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://payhip.com/b/o0rFv" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img border="0" data-original-height="1600" data-original-width="2000" height="256" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj745yP_vAE5PUZ6rFLgbg3VQwpg2CZXDm4DBovkohUSrOxu9XTpfwbF-BtK-BizRx_hycXU9zjb67UjGZJZngGEATWKWDDyjeEtc8JxujEmU9jU0tOmBGTy1ZWNkZmU8dh9GPdRAcZCr373QONAu6LwRIYHJ8Z3zIbJJtckQaS9TN8jkwDUZSxegcy/s320/CTA%20holiday%20planner.png" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div>110 Creationshttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12740139592563988097noreply@blogger.com1