I was thrilled to be invited to take part in a collaboration with Fayma Patterns. It turned into a bit of a journey.
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More Jeans Making: Calvin Klein Vogue 2850
I'm making jeans using a vintage jeans sewing pattern maybe for the first time.
Atlas Wrap Dress or my Hot Girl Summer Dress that wasn’t
One of the things I’ve noticed is that much of my sewing is Summer-centric. It makes sense that as I’m lucky enough to be able to travel a lot, I tend to make garments for those trips. This edition is another summer-suitable make but unfortunately, I didn’t get to wear this on this summer’s holiday.
Waffle Patterns Kaede Utility Apron
Out of the blue just before my Italian holiday, I was contacted by Yuki of Waffle Patterns. She was testing a new pattern. She must have read my mind because the latest pattern was a utility apron/belt. That’s a bit out of the ordinary, you may think but, for the longest time, I had been… Continue reading Waffle Patterns Kaede Utility Apron
Soft Suit Combo – the Trousers
For the last few years, I've been focused on perfecting the fit of my trousers and last summer I made the first of what is now a few pairs of linen trousers. I've had linen trousers in various colours over the years and they all were worn until they fell to bits. I've been meaning… Continue reading Soft Suit Combo – the Trousers
Soft Suit Combo – the Shacket
I have resisted the Shacket with all my might for the last couple of years. Although I liked the look of it, I always baulk at anything that “everyone’s wearing”. It was the super trend a couple of years ago and my problem is that I like to be in fashion but I don’t like… Continue reading Soft Suit Combo – the Shacket
But you don’t do trends….. Soft Suit Combo Intro
(C) Asos Linen shacket, I can't resist anymore I've said many times on this blog that I don't like to follow trends, well apparently that's not the case anymore. Out and about this summer, I've seen a lot of this look and I'm really into it. Linen waistcoat is worn with linen trousers I've also… Continue reading But you don’t do trends….. Soft Suit Combo Intro
Sewing Plans update – Half Year recap
At the beginning of the year, I posted some bold sewing plans and a fuzzy #makenine pledge. I've made a lot of my proposed makes from earlier in the year but as I expected lots of things have caused the original plans to pivot. What's complete so far? Travel of course is a major factor… Continue reading Sewing Plans update – Half Year recap
Boat neck top with full bust adjustment
Stash diving for patterns can unearth some old gems. One from my youth works just as well with some adjustments.
Supercool – white linen trousers
Following along in trouser mode, here's a quickie. I’ve wanted to make a pair of white linen trousers for the longest time. I once had a pair which I think came from Marks and Spencer's many years ago. I wore them until they fell foul of my chubby thighs and I eventually mislaid them somewhere.… Continue reading Supercool – white linen trousers
Sorbet season is here – self-drafted trousers in red shot linen
I've always loved linen trousers, especially on the hot days of summer. I've had several RTW pairs over the years and I always wore them to destruction. I've been meaning to make a pair for ages, but because I wanted to draft my own, it's taken a while. I've also had a piece of beautiful… Continue reading Sorbet season is here – self-drafted trousers in red shot linen
Floral Cuff Tee shirt Dress
This was another basic that I needed in my wardrobe. Tee shirt dresses are great in my book. Easy to make and more importantly easy to pack. I always like some of these for a summer trip. This dress is made with another of my own Tees developed from an RTW favourite. I’m calling this… Continue reading Floral Cuff Tee shirt Dress
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