tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-75937654641581590222024-03-16T01:09:21.493+00:00A Stitching OdysseyMariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12632906323410997355noreply@blogger.comBlogger601125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593765464158159022.post-9512198452608284482022-01-31T23:58:00.014+00:002022-02-01T00:20:32.778+00:00Hudson Pants Love<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhC_A4Usz0k7EN9JMkdWqzUAhhR0h4Ei8P_1OUaIqrffc9bCBSYohKuLGelC998N3Y962YHhkJwU9V9kjYfjV5RgkDo-NbktfyCEvGaJL10KppXDlgLwo2y1A4LV8Qv8nvhnJXJEw47eFdieIGBD47OsVsFWBDE5Pwh5_VoWDTRsnWKRAHWG3Wz_N-s=s1440" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="1440" height="356" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhC_A4Usz0k7EN9JMkdWqzUAhhR0h4Ei8P_1OUaIqrffc9bCBSYohKuLGelC998N3Y962YHhkJwU9V9kjYfjV5RgkDo-NbktfyCEvGaJL10KppXDlgLwo2y1A4LV8Qv8nvhnJXJEw47eFdieIGBD47OsVsFWBDE5Pwh5_VoWDTRsnWKRAHWG3Wz_N-s=s16000" width="640" /></a><br /><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;">This time last year, I had just completed a self-imposed week-long outfit challenge, using my three pairs of True Bias <a href="https://truebias.com/collections/all/hudson">Hudson Pants</a> to rid me of my January lockdown blues. I enjoyed it so much that I'd be tempted to repeat it if I wasn't expected to go into the office once a week nowadays.<br /><br /></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Even without my tie-dye waffle version (I made that pair later on), I felt both cute and comfy in my choices. I shared the week as <a href="https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/18064645417271551/">an Instagram stories highlight</a>, and more recently, I popped the seven outfits in <a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/CZGwxu6j9g8/">this quick reel</a>. <br /><br /></p><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/a/AVvXsEgcud86lqIsgOFi6UJTF_gb1Z3NPgHlsLQlwU_arnTnp_cf1tX_Oynk1f6tJEiwAgVW3sGUpZiGjzAh4U_AJREko0F7IhAlV_pLQWI4pNFF7SaEgWbhDo3IOb07KiCcbuNKrMDCNqWCACCMVSM6dowOqrNPKIgwyllwf6ZrRVQ_znnwWyCQxkz5qlmY=s1770" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1770" data-original-width="1156" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgcud86lqIsgOFi6UJTF_gb1Z3NPgHlsLQlwU_arnTnp_cf1tX_Oynk1f6tJEiwAgVW3sGUpZiGjzAh4U_AJREko0F7IhAlV_pLQWI4pNFF7SaEgWbhDo3IOb07KiCcbuNKrMDCNqWCACCMVSM6dowOqrNPKIgwyllwf6ZrRVQ_znnwWyCQxkz5qlmY=s16000" width="418" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgAB3BlizETNwKsmG2eVTFdUYfwhzCLrdfQwfL1VPyFtMi2y6qiHoDXBTpz6s6Gwx0cyTjm7xYKR0PrP73-cUpNqEIRbUmt_dvTIK6zxQsweKvqPXhmqcXcWjSHqKFHXwVpKoKKirba4xvERgINjovJ9KCfYMpFUPHftU5nqwhAoFj0llnq5L3zEzQK=s3363" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3363" data-original-width="2460" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgAB3BlizETNwKsmG2eVTFdUYfwhzCLrdfQwfL1VPyFtMi2y6qiHoDXBTpz6s6Gwx0cyTjm7xYKR0PrP73-cUpNqEIRbUmt_dvTIK6zxQsweKvqPXhmqcXcWjSHqKFHXwVpKoKKirba4xvERgINjovJ9KCfYMpFUPHftU5nqwhAoFj0llnq5L3zEzQK=s16000" width="468" /></a><br /><br /></div><p style="text-align: justify;">You see, up until last year, my loungewear consisted of ready-to-wear bleach-stained leggings or saggy PJ bottoms with thread-bare tees. Finding nice joggers that fit my shape has always been a challenge, but when True Bias released their <a href="https://truebias.com/blogs/wardrobe-inspiration/high-rise-hudson-tutorial">high rise tutorial for the Hudson Pants</a>, I knew that was a silhouette that could work for my body.<br /><br /></p><p style="text-align: justify;">I get asked a lot of questions about the fit of my versions, probably because I can't stop waxing lyrical about them. So, if you're curious, as well as the high rise tutorial, I also followed <a href="https://www.sewalongs.com/clover/clover-full-or-flat-butt-adjustments/">these instructions</a> for a full butt adjustment and added a little length to the front crotch too.<br /><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgrhzgmkbN_xJBxxAGQSWsKCilOTlqjwRToubU72Ni2xoVidJIfBK7Ss8Wm_PufkMaJtYdlVkuRPOQOSM9nKB-LB_sM0y_vHQEGG2mNWDXq2PvwXqkTYG1zgcQvid_uqmA9guH7udxyfBfzWmakyRpy7tUv109vQ4r52osu5rVc3v3AhrLEEq6ivZ1R=s3541" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3541" data-original-width="2298" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgrhzgmkbN_xJBxxAGQSWsKCilOTlqjwRToubU72Ni2xoVidJIfBK7Ss8Wm_PufkMaJtYdlVkuRPOQOSM9nKB-LB_sM0y_vHQEGG2mNWDXq2PvwXqkTYG1zgcQvid_uqmA9guH7udxyfBfzWmakyRpy7tUv109vQ4r52osu5rVc3v3AhrLEEq6ivZ1R=s16000" width="416" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgx0mhWr2_ZCe0iIGnc-EASb3r6EbOD6CRTvArbyEuwLxitmiLrpdgj5yrGADxzfksKvP_gPP8lZ3zLS6HOFnjp56peK_ea6TMhSaHvbYZ3hApwRIBgxdJbkYTY4lPVQrXICviuQnWDmlfarsKpK3LxFYRvlngONhQdN7gvn0RF1d0ROv3h1suTHSNo=s3563" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3563" data-original-width="2519" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgx0mhWr2_ZCe0iIGnc-EASb3r6EbOD6CRTvArbyEuwLxitmiLrpdgj5yrGADxzfksKvP_gPP8lZ3zLS6HOFnjp56peK_ea6TMhSaHvbYZ3hApwRIBgxdJbkYTY4lPVQrXICviuQnWDmlfarsKpK3LxFYRvlngONhQdN7gvn0RF1d0ROv3h1suTHSNo=s16000" width="452" /></a></div><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: justify;">I find the construction oddly satisfying and the only fitting issue I've had, which many others have echoed too, is that the leg cuffs are too narrow as drafted. So it's wise to do a little measuring before you cut them out and add some width. I got away with sewing mine with a tiny seam allowance and shaving off some width from the leg pieces. I wouldn't recommend this method as you could end up having trouble getting your feet through the cuffs - I just took a chance as I know I have oddly narrow feet.<br /><br /></p><p style="text-align: justify;">Other than that though, I absolutely love the Hudson Pants fit and design details. In particular, I'm a huge fan of the slim fit, the topstitched waistband (I made <a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/COpdctgjf_H/">a reel sharing my top tips for a neat finish)</a> and the pocket detail. Instead of making buttonholes for the drawstrings, I opted for metal eyelets which seem to be more durable, plus I really like how they look.<br /><br />Be warned though, because the pockets are shallow and bordering on purely decorative. I don't mind as I only wear mine around the house and don't need to store anything in them, but you may want to add length if you need a functional pocket. <br /><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg1U7r0557JKyUiO8we6HJYiNpWjcbl14921z6qHIy3OfUeNdTh7Gq7HEZ664Q0vVPOGiieuXqzcBLM1tLHwxti_AOChA0WkhAmPj0f8148peVpUuNC0hc0_aPe9oIh5GU7tM91ZaXLS_xzh_2r5SZGx4r-kAKeSWlItsZTb4PNpgHDGbC12ZDXnvZZ=s3328" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3328" data-original-width="2771" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg1U7r0557JKyUiO8we6HJYiNpWjcbl14921z6qHIy3OfUeNdTh7Gq7HEZ664Q0vVPOGiieuXqzcBLM1tLHwxti_AOChA0WkhAmPj0f8148peVpUuNC0hc0_aPe9oIh5GU7tM91ZaXLS_xzh_2r5SZGx4r-kAKeSWlItsZTb4PNpgHDGbC12ZDXnvZZ=s16000" width="532" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgCLU5m5pJ10NbtD9ecB6Wu2v0qHgQD3Jsfqwl9T9S5Hw-hkpGcQea1VK1bqb39JtgZzF_1AcQZYyLZFUs9BDOFE3OxT224mTwMfxLi_6_5qaOkBeIZMzS5M6vPYgbNVFE8UbEGNzLF5cWeMTBcM9YWGpdku87KwlNdWWSe8Hz_PBWHXCZxkCH9IAVv=s3026" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3026" data-original-width="2500" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgCLU5m5pJ10NbtD9ecB6Wu2v0qHgQD3Jsfqwl9T9S5Hw-hkpGcQea1VK1bqb39JtgZzF_1AcQZYyLZFUs9BDOFE3OxT224mTwMfxLi_6_5qaOkBeIZMzS5M6vPYgbNVFE8UbEGNzLF5cWeMTBcM9YWGpdku87KwlNdWWSe8Hz_PBWHXCZxkCH9IAVv=s16000" width="528" /></a></div><p style="text-align: center;"><br /></p><p style="text-align: justify;">So far I've made four versions which are in regular rotation and I have plenty more sweatshirting in my stash for future pairs. I actually didn't get around to sewing up two Christmas pairs in cotton jersey to wear as PJ bottoms, so I may make them soon to avoid disappointment this festive season. Sewing to deadlines is my nemesis, so starting super early might be the answer. <br /><br /></p><p style="text-align: justify;">I'll leave you with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/CQyDLNvjBsh/">this reel</a> which highlights 12 of my favourite outfits featuring all four of my Hudson Pants pairs. What are your go-to loungewear patterns? I'd love to know, as my life definitely requires more of it since the start of the pandemic. </p>Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12632906323410997355noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593765464158159022.post-79404479558791259272021-10-27T23:59:00.002+01:002021-10-27T23:59:20.756+01:00Papercut Sequence Blouse<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgxaoC-J-WO4MM6vQoUq3w4fzbfgXRVX15AssKGAZBnhxAmFx4PFxzKkwjoiDlA77rUBYMxXcljkibuMtmOPI-UnoMmKUCJtdy2u1N2H0bD-l67ocfci900q8ZCiceIA6n-zx7bXFNdQPYXrdGdv1FDZ1zyZRXZ_oXEVPY91hlOsrPJkntoP1HCXhfo=s1440" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="1440" height="356" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgxaoC-J-WO4MM6vQoUq3w4fzbfgXRVX15AssKGAZBnhxAmFx4PFxzKkwjoiDlA77rUBYMxXcljkibuMtmOPI-UnoMmKUCJtdy2u1N2H0bD-l67ocfci900q8ZCiceIA6n-zx7bXFNdQPYXrdGdv1FDZ1zyZRXZ_oXEVPY91hlOsrPJkntoP1HCXhfo=s16000" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">When Josie from <a href="https://www.fabricgodmother.co.uk/">Fabric Godmother</a> invited me to become an ambassador for the latest designs in <a href="https://www.fabricgodmother.co.uk/fabric-godmother/?sort=newest">their exclusive range</a>, I immediately gravitated towards <a href="https://www.fabricgodmother.co.uk/cheetin-heart-viscose-sateen-emerald/">this stunning viscose sateen</a>. As an ambassador I was sent the fabric for free and will get paid for my review, but the opinions I'm sharing are 100% honest.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhiLl4OE9rn92gaw6YWWz2kbQWsHCM7m9thjfwEcWdMbh4I7beSsN0Sj_HJNNDxOkSN-Zxc_BWfNtjqa0vTB2Wq8GNFQOF-Gxuijg0RkT-0CvSMLvlT1hqD3MWxj0D6qXWUaEmay3rIxHCnLRpXPnwyPpAS7joFYCdjyK6x6Hbq2X-4xY_p95Y-wgMG=s2048" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2026" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhiLl4OE9rn92gaw6YWWz2kbQWsHCM7m9thjfwEcWdMbh4I7beSsN0Sj_HJNNDxOkSN-Zxc_BWfNtjqa0vTB2Wq8GNFQOF-Gxuijg0RkT-0CvSMLvlT1hqD3MWxj0D6qXWUaEmay3rIxHCnLRpXPnwyPpAS7joFYCdjyK6x6Hbq2X-4xY_p95Y-wgMG=s16000" width="634" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgKU5r94yOeou094PG2V8qZHt6OZFgQopjQry9nk3nXu56A0P6gMcDx96dJVWnyTXqXgPE9JevwkQOyaEIDJ4PMzzZURVw6FxBZhOf5_eQpzYsWVoeRPO7sBRnwIjuX2CYDKZI1Hb6PLcmnZXeO7coA4G25ougzaCMAPrN53Ul_OgRlWtSeW5jWH-2e=s2048" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="2027" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgKU5r94yOeou094PG2V8qZHt6OZFgQopjQry9nk3nXu56A0P6gMcDx96dJVWnyTXqXgPE9JevwkQOyaEIDJ4PMzzZURVw6FxBZhOf5_eQpzYsWVoeRPO7sBRnwIjuX2CYDKZI1Hb6PLcmnZXeO7coA4G25ougzaCMAPrN53Ul_OgRlWtSeW5jWH-2e=s16000" width="634" /></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/a/AVvXsEjjcfCiqdrpSmT83fljc0a4aPfikzYXpVXSKD34s-0GFVhxJTJbkaIjTHD7KD-Xnnu5JFA8AtLvU46JcaJJJaoXgebQbjTBoNpxNleyJzATDtHe5TcJdxQpwoVClLbMotHcNxCLRnogXWwPWllPLS9HlHs6yNl7eGqKNKUQzS3Va4zzdVq0wycY96fm=s2048" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1997" data-original-width="2048" height="624" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjjcfCiqdrpSmT83fljc0a4aPfikzYXpVXSKD34s-0GFVhxJTJbkaIjTHD7KD-Xnnu5JFA8AtLvU46JcaJJJaoXgebQbjTBoNpxNleyJzATDtHe5TcJdxQpwoVClLbMotHcNxCLRnogXWwPWllPLS9HlHs6yNl7eGqKNKUQzS3Va4zzdVq0wycY96fm=s16000" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I asked for 1.5m to make a top and it's even more beautiful in person than I could imagine. It's the most vibrant shade of emerald green with the sweetest peachy pink heart print that looks like an animal print from afar. Completely opaque, it's got a lovely drape and weight to it, as well as a satin finish.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">Most surprisingly, this fabric holds a press really well, but I'd recommend a cooler setting on your iron. I'd also recommend using a rotary cutter, if you have one, and a fine needle is a must to avoid nasty snags.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I've never been disappointed with the quality of Fabric Godmother's own range and this viscose sateen is absolutely no exception.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">After a bit of pondering, inspiration struck and I knew it just had to become a Papercut <a href="https://papercutpatterns.com/products/sequence-blouse-dress">Sequence Blouse</a>. I made a straight size 4 (disappointingly, this pattern isn't currently available in a more inclusive size range) with no alterations and the fit is great. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">The pattern is minimum effort for maximum effect, coming together really quickly and easily. As with any wrap garment, modesty is key. This one has you covered with an internal side seam button and a snap fastening along the neckline.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg03JmpfcE4A6VKzShdYWXsaKfdt3ODN9CzpMM0g9ti_k6peUtGqQNIvLC4nzn0V_2ufwyLXerWMDbYzco_FaRlFw8sxlGdlnFS4pD7D69kGVf0SkkqR6dpf38pakLIqpgjsPhlqUpEJI_XtU5I5ChPO1HdIWiZoNQCUU31xL5mto1PcUBvpkQs8NtM=s2048" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1924" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg03JmpfcE4A6VKzShdYWXsaKfdt3ODN9CzpMM0g9ti_k6peUtGqQNIvLC4nzn0V_2ufwyLXerWMDbYzco_FaRlFw8sxlGdlnFS4pD7D69kGVf0SkkqR6dpf38pakLIqpgjsPhlqUpEJI_XtU5I5ChPO1HdIWiZoNQCUU31xL5mto1PcUBvpkQs8NtM=s16000" width="602" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEizg0V1QrLCLib-JZ0lEX6n6S1KTM8OJScHsPNLGTM9VcoKgP2fXJ8fJHGaUQI5n6rcmPOwxb7Av7I3p7bFdXRnEMhVclrKkoYmftPNsDhrklSLpmufXCA32ujN1J4I5fE-nkUP-MQCS8Q6toGA-tnAZynz8eaa4wUGan29vqoNz4fFBG478Y_J9u0O=s2048" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1968" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEizg0V1QrLCLib-JZ0lEX6n6S1KTM8OJScHsPNLGTM9VcoKgP2fXJ8fJHGaUQI5n6rcmPOwxb7Av7I3p7bFdXRnEMhVclrKkoYmftPNsDhrklSLpmufXCA32ujN1J4I5fE-nkUP-MQCS8Q6toGA-tnAZynz8eaa4wUGan29vqoNz4fFBG478Y_J9u0O=s16000" width="616" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhtDj4LafSc_-OPqXsoWu8emgaw6vCe_-5J-UaHMd5NhRhyHlb_vn3LXxmo_FYkI-b25O2Hx0PKuAJIlcMR2JGRD2bkTcQAlneNyLv67APuVUt-pZEmWzBOGKXU5R3JNI6apID6te17ocQBVP9SUm76aQvFYfXeL0OzEFnd8ve2rvlSlT30Cdu5pwrb=s2048" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2024" data-original-width="2048" height="632" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhtDj4LafSc_-OPqXsoWu8emgaw6vCe_-5J-UaHMd5NhRhyHlb_vn3LXxmo_FYkI-b25O2Hx0PKuAJIlcMR2JGRD2bkTcQAlneNyLv67APuVUt-pZEmWzBOGKXU5R3JNI6apID6te17ocQBVP9SUm76aQvFYfXeL0OzEFnd8ve2rvlSlT30Cdu5pwrb=s16000" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">The coolest thing about the Sequence Blouse is that you can tie and wear it in a number of different ways. I actually think I prefer it with the 'V' at the back on me, but it's great to have such a versatile blouse in my handmade wardrobe. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I've seen people tie it more centrally at the back, with the snap fastening undone for a sexy shoulder reveal, but I can't go braless so I'd have to wear a vest and ruin the look.</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/a/AVvXsEi6F2DnjMiyRZeT-LSv_MlbKZTkqvlvLiEZ0D6SxghaVFE6oDAtFKyTMYLDMS8BwglveNHr-xvZT23RQU2Ua3QSer3ZRrIqJUPV8_BWWJ90FZtvqZVx2BzrMIVk-nwi5Q4hqDMfix2_ViKvpDol0cwBG9IwMTuCicHRJiUfLHcVWBR3RbL7MC1FwUa8=s2048" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi6F2DnjMiyRZeT-LSv_MlbKZTkqvlvLiEZ0D6SxghaVFE6oDAtFKyTMYLDMS8BwglveNHr-xvZT23RQU2Ua3QSer3ZRrIqJUPV8_BWWJ90FZtvqZVx2BzrMIVk-nwi5Q4hqDMfix2_ViKvpDol0cwBG9IwMTuCicHRJiUfLHcVWBR3RbL7MC1FwUa8=s16000" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">It sounds silly reading this back, but the Sequence Blouse really challenges my inexplicable desire for symmetry, so it's a bit out of my comfort zone in that sense. Nevertheless, it's such a pretty design and the fabric is truly sensational.</div><p></p>Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12632906323410997355noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593765464158159022.post-64157754661993166892021-10-01T12:04:00.000+01:002021-10-01T12:04:27.491+01:00Papercut Sway Dress<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-IzHTh3DjdKo/YUz-Yb_Th9I/AAAAAAAASAo/xdcbcQ3s6cYMYL4NbGY7626_PRorB7pPwCLcBGAsYHQ/s1440/20210908_115412%2B%25281%2529a.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="1440" height="356" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-IzHTh3DjdKo/YUz-Yb_Th9I/AAAAAAAASAo/xdcbcQ3s6cYMYL4NbGY7626_PRorB7pPwCLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210908_115412%2B%25281%2529a.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I took full advantage of the last of the sunny weather recently to photograph my Sway Dress, a <a href="https://papercutpatterns.com/">Papercut Patterns</a> design which doesn't seem to be readily available anymore. If you know why that may be, please do spill the tea.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-KIVY62aRs2Q/YUz_WPVAliI/AAAAAAAASA4/sTVxO4_fPX0HfFFl3zoUNZXCpgM4DwoTACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210908_113721%2B%25281%2529.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1321" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-KIVY62aRs2Q/YUz_WPVAliI/AAAAAAAASA4/sTVxO4_fPX0HfFFl3zoUNZXCpgM4DwoTACLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210908_113721%2B%25281%2529.jpeg" width="412" /></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://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VaW0lG_d9t4/YUz_WNxQRxI/AAAAAAAASA8/kpYVyQPmAQwI6mux_3q5t5CFtxPL3mpNgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210908_113936%2B%25281%2529.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1432" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VaW0lG_d9t4/YUz_WNxQRxI/AAAAAAAASA8/kpYVyQPmAQwI6mux_3q5t5CFtxPL3mpNgCLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210908_113936%2B%25281%2529.jpeg" width="448" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VLfbglIHwbM/YUz_PQz9HzI/AAAAAAAASA0/-W9hybC8mm8DZZPkEeoEmhPPtzNsnJFLwCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210908_114335%2B%25281%2529.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1387" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VLfbglIHwbM/YUz_PQz9HzI/AAAAAAAASA0/-W9hybC8mm8DZZPkEeoEmhPPtzNsnJFLwCLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210908_114335%2B%25281%2529.jpeg" width="434" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">Despite a major wobble halfway through construction, during which I convinced myself that I was making a frumpy nightie, this dress turned out to be a surprise summer hit. Once I added the waist tie, the silhouette was completely transformed, giving me some rather charming vintage vibes. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I made it in <a href="https://www.fabricgodmother.co.uk/cloud-flower-viscose-sateen-rose-pink/">this stunning viscose sateen</a> from <a href="https://www.fabricgodmother.co.uk/fabric-godmother/">Fabric Godmother's own collection</a> and I'm seriously considering buying the green colourway too. It's a slippery little sucker to work with, but a dream to wear. To make sewing with this fabric as smooth as possible, I used a microtex needle and slightly lowered the tension on my presser foot. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WiD1gfiRYLo/YUz_v9Y5DYI/AAAAAAAASBQ/YVFrgoeIcusvATfuZedSjjNugIqdRJYngCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210908_115000%2B%25281%2529.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1855" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WiD1gfiRYLo/YUz_v9Y5DYI/AAAAAAAASBQ/YVFrgoeIcusvATfuZedSjjNugIqdRJYngCLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210908_115000%2B%25281%2529.jpeg" width="580" /></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://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pitbATILLeU/YUz_wVLUpZI/AAAAAAAASBY/FDnTKwDGBQUpTQi6WBS7C0DbSN7TigEOwCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210908_115356%2B%25281%2529.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1665" data-original-width="2048" height="520" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pitbATILLeU/YUz_wVLUpZI/AAAAAAAASBY/FDnTKwDGBQUpTQi6WBS7C0DbSN7TigEOwCLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210908_115356%2B%25281%2529.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">The cool thing about this dress, other than having pockets of course, is that your can wear it back-to-front with either a V or rounded neckline. I've been wearing it this way round, but should really try switching it up for a different feel. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I made a straight size small, moving the waist tie loops higher to accommodate my short waist, and I'm really happy with the fit. Next time I think I'll pinch out 1cm from the front and back necklines so they sit as flush as can be. I'm also tempted to raise the armscye by 2-3cm as it sits quite low on me, leaving a fair bit of my bra exposed.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">It's a fairly quick and easy sew, definitely satisfying to whip up on a whim. Having never cut/sewn on the bias before, I did find levelling the skirt out after letting it hang overnight to be super tedious. If you have any tips for that, I'd love to read about them in the comments!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-W3BCe9timAg/YUz_Oy3RwaI/AAAAAAAASAw/c0stVodyXHghgL-3P3Jw4igMOHWYqzECgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210908_113736%2B%25281%2529.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1370" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-W3BCe9timAg/YUz_Oy3RwaI/AAAAAAAASAw/c0stVodyXHghgL-3P3Jw4igMOHWYqzECgCLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210908_113736%2B%25281%2529.jpeg" width="428" /></a><br /><span style="text-align: justify;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="text-align: justify;">All in all, I feel really pretty in this dress...and that's not something I say lightly.</span></div><p></p>Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12632906323410997355noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593765464158159022.post-73945918854952335052021-08-26T11:27:00.001+01:002021-08-26T11:27:42.294+01:00TATB Safiya Trousers<p> <a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Q4MDWw76ZEI/YSVkc1O2j7I/AAAAAAAAR_U/vdp0zS7RwH0k-IswnYLTlyeIncJUvND9ACLcBGAsYHQ/s1440/20210605_115459%2Ba.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="1440" height="356" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Q4MDWw76ZEI/YSVkc1O2j7I/AAAAAAAAR_U/vdp0zS7RwH0k-IswnYLTlyeIncJUvND9ACLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210605_115459%2Ba.jpeg" width="640" /></a><br /><span style="text-align: justify;"><br />Can you believe I made these Tilly and the Buttons </span><a href="https://www.tillyandthebuttons.com/2020/02/make-it-simple-safiya-sewing-pattern.html" style="text-align: justify;">Safiya Trousers</a><span style="text-align: justify;"> in May 2020 and have only just gotten round to sharing them? They're more than a year old now and I made them three whole months before </span><a href="http://www.astitchingodyssey.com/2020/08/tatb-safiya-dungarees.html" style="text-align: justify;">the dungarees version I blogged about here</a><span style="text-align: justify;">. <br /><br /></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-PgPOoSdvvFo/YSVlPEYv7eI/AAAAAAAAR_k/2AbupKBuwbYlPdJiyMb_X5ue8VkzBGLOQCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210605_115056%2B%25281%2529.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1487" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-PgPOoSdvvFo/YSVlPEYv7eI/AAAAAAAAR_k/2AbupKBuwbYlPdJiyMb_X5ue8VkzBGLOQCLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210605_115056%2B%25281%2529.jpeg" width="464" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FfUDlWOq6NU/YSVlPPhD2pI/AAAAAAAAR_g/dzIKgM2zo5watNveB-W-tUOwVo2slF9ywCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210605_114805%2B%25281%2529.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1453" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FfUDlWOq6NU/YSVlPPhD2pI/AAAAAAAAR_g/dzIKgM2zo5watNveB-W-tUOwVo2slF9ywCLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210605_114805%2B%25281%2529.jpeg" width="454" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">The pattern is one of six featured in the <a href="https://shop.tillyandthebuttons.com/products/make-it-simple">Make it Simple</a> book and it certainly is quick and easy to sew up. It has an elasticated waist with flat front, which is the perfect combo for a smarter look, as well as pockets and a relaxed culotte-like fit. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">If I remember correctly, I made a straight size 4 and shortened the length by 2-3cm. It's pretty spot on, but one thing I don't love about the design, is that the elasticated part of the waistband starts at the side front. On me, this adds volume to an area of my body which has enough natural volume already, so if I make another pair I'll start the elastic further back.<br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-DPDA4rOnVIo/YSVlQ0molfI/AAAAAAAAR_s/7R9vLWRwtA4dp757tPZS3MpjoOq6vwS2wCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210605_115459%2B%25281%2529.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1677" data-original-width="2048" height="524" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-DPDA4rOnVIo/YSVlQ0molfI/AAAAAAAAR_s/7R9vLWRwtA4dp757tPZS3MpjoOq6vwS2wCLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210605_115459%2B%25281%2529.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3qIWCQVYQ4Y/YSVlRPw7XGI/AAAAAAAAR_w/kMWLc0bFibYH3HI7mj7OzZfntOB29DvtACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210606_191654%2B%25281%2529.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3qIWCQVYQ4Y/YSVlRPw7XGI/AAAAAAAAR_w/kMWLc0bFibYH3HI7mj7OzZfntOB29DvtACLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210606_191654%2B%25281%2529.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I endearingly refer to these as my clown pants because the print is pretty out there, even for me. It's a mystery vintage polyester fabric I picked up in Cyprus, with a satin-finish, subtle ribbed texture and a bit of stretch. Surprisingly though, they actually go with loads of things in my wardrobe thanks to their multicoloured nature.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-zPrOQZOdq4o/YSVlPC23YqI/AAAAAAAAR_c/BfkzSsM9WyExkQqTXv2Jl1UNmeSH_Z5cACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210605_115111%2B%25281%2529.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1505" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-zPrOQZOdq4o/YSVlPC23YqI/AAAAAAAAR_c/BfkzSsM9WyExkQqTXv2Jl1UNmeSH_Z5cACLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210605_115111%2B%25281%2529.jpeg" width="470" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-eGcbHzHIQss/YSVlQOq2sDI/AAAAAAAAR_o/ZXJU45JCzJYD8A8uhbXcOKwMrJxGTpgswCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210605_115204%2B%25281%2529.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1515" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-eGcbHzHIQss/YSVlQOq2sDI/AAAAAAAAR_o/ZXJU45JCzJYD8A8uhbXcOKwMrJxGTpgswCLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210605_115204%2B%25281%2529.jpeg" width="474" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">Minor niggles aside, they're comfy, smart and fun...what's not to like really?</div><p></p>Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12632906323410997355noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593765464158159022.post-63848659850451083422021-07-31T09:59:00.000+01:002021-07-31T09:59:18.771+01:00Groovy Vali Dress <p> <a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-cmlbkZxqVeA/YQHb9cRnlsI/AAAAAAAAR90/_DpnbsyMM5MR5uEHrgiGSrNRLZw0x3f6ACLcBGAsYHQ/s1440/20210726_144501.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="1440" height="356" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-cmlbkZxqVeA/YQHb9cRnlsI/AAAAAAAAR90/_DpnbsyMM5MR5uEHrgiGSrNRLZw0x3f6ACLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210726_144501.jpeg" width="640" /></a><br /><span style="text-align: justify;"><br /></span></p><div style="text-align: justify;">The cheese and pineapple hedgehog is done, Pina Coladas are chilling and this is my entry for the #SewSeventies challenge hosted by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/heysewgeorgie/">Georgie</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/blossomsandwich/">Yvette</a>. If I'm being honest, I think my pattern and fabric combination is a little too on the nose, making it feel a bit costumey. You can't win them all though and it makes a comfy house dress during warmer weather.<br /><br /></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3hVae68QwcQ/YQHceJyHanI/AAAAAAAAR-A/A3HtK1vzmW4yQtjdWlK65cfSBVZQJGooQCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210726_143130.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1208" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3hVae68QwcQ/YQHceJyHanI/AAAAAAAAR-A/A3HtK1vzmW4yQtjdWlK65cfSBVZQJGooQCLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210726_143130.jpeg" width="378" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-n7Wsxz17yd8/YQHceJ3ENVI/AAAAAAAAR-E/1zN3VNTVPd4urrG90JSdehzfrkn3OCn0wCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210726_143208.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1526" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-n7Wsxz17yd8/YQHceJ3ENVI/AAAAAAAAR-E/1zN3VNTVPd4urrG90JSdehzfrkn3OCn0wCLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210726_143208.jpeg" width="476" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">To be clear, there's nothing wrong with the pattern, which is the Pattern Fantastique <a href="https://www.patternfantastique.com/products/vali-dress-top-pdf-pattern">Vali Dress and Top</a>. I just think that paired with this vintage 1970s cotton voile it's a bit much on me. Also, despite being a beautiful design that looks fantastic on everyone else I've seen wearing it, as I suspected, my proportions make it difficult for me to carry off this silhouette.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">For reference, I made a size 14, shortened the skirt by an inch and the fit is pretty spot on. The pattern comes together quite quickly, but sewing the yoke and getting neat corners on the sleeves can be quite fiddly. The grown-on pockets make for an interesting and speedy construction, but I think I prefer the finish of the traditional method. As a hopefully helpful aside, despite having child-sized hands, I actually found the pocket opening to be on the snug side.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">The written instructions can seem a little overwhelming, even though they include some really useful tips for steps like hemming, so I'm extremely grateful to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/yoursara_k/">Sara SJ Kim</a> for sharing <a href="https://sewingtherapy.net/vali-dress-sew-along-tutorial/?utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=vali-dress-sew-along-tutorial">this brilliant step-by-step sew-along</a>, which I followed from start to finish. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-MBAtPVgaia4/YQHcfPzXhFI/AAAAAAAAR-M/_WenoPRqsCYNx47FxfBsqFg0By26kKyJgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210726_143933.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1767" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-MBAtPVgaia4/YQHcfPzXhFI/AAAAAAAAR-M/_WenoPRqsCYNx47FxfBsqFg0By26kKyJgCLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210726_143933.jpeg" width="552" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3NKFa9vl_JE/YQHcfP-VGRI/AAAAAAAAR-Q/D3XKbFXCbbsX8ePOUo4t_k0B9ThbG4QLgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210726_144159.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1692" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-3NKFa9vl_JE/YQHcfP-VGRI/AAAAAAAAR-Q/D3XKbFXCbbsX8ePOUo4t_k0B9ThbG4QLgCLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210726_144159.jpeg" width="528" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pyOzattZfNI/YQHcfqW-LaI/AAAAAAAAR-U/DhXAl9obsJ44l0EItaZ0E__LZsAWT6yZgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210726_144302.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1639" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pyOzattZfNI/YQHcfqW-LaI/AAAAAAAAR-U/DhXAl9obsJ44l0EItaZ0E__LZsAWT6yZgCLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210726_144302.jpeg" width="512" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-r4PF3q93oi0/YQHceH_plxI/AAAAAAAAR98/IKxbytlWgOIPaMhUlxs4vYxQru_knDixgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210726_143347.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1552" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-r4PF3q93oi0/YQHceH_plxI/AAAAAAAAR98/IKxbytlWgOIPaMhUlxs4vYxQru_knDixgCLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210726_143347.jpeg" width="484" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">You can't tell in these photos thankfully, but my fabric is VERY sheer, so that's another reason I won't be wearing this 'out' out. Instead, I'll happily channel my grandma as I clean the house, but my Vali Dress would also make the prettiest beach cover-up. Looking at this last photo, I wonder if making a belt from my fabric remnants would encourage me to wear it more. What do you think?</div><p></p>Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12632906323410997355noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593765464158159022.post-72343313336966879332021-07-23T08:13:00.000+01:002021-07-23T08:13:59.668+01:00Bakerloo Blues<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-1dAkfN3BVPs/YOsw303R4AI/AAAAAAAAR6k/JexehxGbCvk1-amEQAyQ7l-MkvYglqAeQCLcBGAsYHQ/s1440/20210605_122257a.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="1440" height="356" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-1dAkfN3BVPs/YOsw303R4AI/AAAAAAAAR6k/JexehxGbCvk1-amEQAyQ7l-MkvYglqAeQCLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210605_122257a.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I've had this Liberty lawn in my stash for at least eight years and I can't tell you how many times I've rescued it from multiple destash piles at the very last minute. I've never known what to make with it, but something kept me from parting with it and the stars finally aligned.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Styc_1F25qQ/YOsxOKcRViI/AAAAAAAAR6s/k23AV4YpLLEsKp8xqRgNYNk2ubuqfMSTACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210605_122512.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1763" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Styc_1F25qQ/YOsxOKcRViI/AAAAAAAAR6s/k23AV4YpLLEsKp8xqRgNYNk2ubuqfMSTACLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210605_122512.jpeg" width="550" /></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://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9HsTSp-Mw1g/YOsxUea2ZkI/AAAAAAAAR6w/HtT8ZLFBlHEHCiURwWbOfNY6xAKQeKbOACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210605_122126.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1762" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9HsTSp-Mw1g/YOsxUea2ZkI/AAAAAAAAR6w/HtT8ZLFBlHEHCiURwWbOfNY6xAKQeKbOACLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210605_122126.jpeg" width="550" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">Inspiration struck when I spotted the beautiful button down blouse below from <a href="https://www.stories.com/en_gbp/index.html">& Other Stories</a> and realised I could totally make my own using the <a href="https://www.ninalee.co.uk/shop/">Nina Lee Bakerloo Blouse</a>. At first I was hellbent on finding a similar green floral fabric, but my search was futile so I reluctantly settled for my Liberty lawn. I don't know why I was so reluctant because I couldn't be happier with the result.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Qe8_y14DwFQ/YOYb2UnpHHI/AAAAAAAAR2w/TgG4leXSMNQhLk_d9k_ayJjhLpWXqXMWACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/app005prod.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1463" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Qe8_y14DwFQ/YOYb2UnpHHI/AAAAAAAAR2w/TgG4leXSMNQhLk_d9k_ayJjhLpWXqXMWACLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/app005prod.jpeg" width="458" /></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://1.bp.blogspot.com/-j6k0xvnB-Jg/YOsxyd_8bdI/AAAAAAAAR68/QlUxMdaEMHkc_zeK98eUcFbtUKCr9ryTACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210605_121728.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1440" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-j6k0xvnB-Jg/YOsxyd_8bdI/AAAAAAAAR68/QlUxMdaEMHkc_zeK98eUcFbtUKCr9ryTACLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210605_121728.jpeg" width="450" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pGl5ESMVcHU/YOsxys0iaeI/AAAAAAAAR7A/TDTAvBBYtOothj2iAmWu1S2cNUK73P3yACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210605_122222.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1740" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pGl5ESMVcHU/YOsxys0iaeI/AAAAAAAAR7A/TDTAvBBYtOothj2iAmWu1S2cNUK73P3yACLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210605_122222.jpeg" width="544" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">Just like my first <a href="http://www.astitchingodyssey.com/2021/02/pink-and-red-bakerloo.html">Bakerloo Blouse</a>, I made a straight size 12. This time I opted for the shorter sleeves and I shortened the bodice by around 8cm. As much as I love blouses tucked in on others, my proportions make it difficult for me to carry that look off, so I tend to prefer my tops on the shorter side and untucked. I'm tempted to go even more cropped next time. And yes, I could have hacked the pattern to add a button front, but I couldn't be bothered and I love it just as it is.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_bEJUMJpOdU/YOsycCRTgeI/AAAAAAAAR7M/Z7bo_Nkj1Uch9z-gNDe1CYZmM2zspZ63gCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210605_122842.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1587" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_bEJUMJpOdU/YOsycCRTgeI/AAAAAAAAR7M/Z7bo_Nkj1Uch9z-gNDe1CYZmM2zspZ63gCLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210605_122842.jpeg" width="496" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Xl7xrvFIyfY/YOsyhM9biwI/AAAAAAAAR7Q/BR2jU1uTAq8kIdYuSM8JjD6bEesPZ0kGACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210605_122257.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1767" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Xl7xrvFIyfY/YOsyhM9biwI/AAAAAAAAR7Q/BR2jU1uTAq8kIdYuSM8JjD6bEesPZ0kGACLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210605_122257.jpeg" width="552" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">As I ponder all the potential Bakerloo Blouses in my future, I'm beginning to wonder how many Bakerloo Blouses is too many?</div><p></p>Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12632906323410997355noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593765464158159022.post-60008771509893640182021-07-12T11:53:00.000+01:002021-07-12T11:53:54.728+01:00Nina Lee Kew Skirt<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-tNEuGncsl1E/YOsgc5POT-I/AAAAAAAAR6I/2-cFdaMczEc3kX8UL8dJqhUfBnpv3LB2wCLcBGAsYHQ/s1440/20210710_110644a.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="1440" height="356" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-tNEuGncsl1E/YOsgc5POT-I/AAAAAAAAR6I/2-cFdaMczEc3kX8UL8dJqhUfBnpv3LB2wCLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210710_110644a.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I was recently sent some stunning wax print cottons from <a href="https://www.instagram.com/houseofyeshuafabrics/">House of Yeshua Fabrics</a> to review, so I decided to make haste and join in with Ankara Appreciation Week. Hosted by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/thatlenaking/">Lena King</a> and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/julietuzor_/">Juliet Uzor</a> on Instagram from 12 to 18 July, the week is an inclusive celebration of the distinctive fabric. Lena shared <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CPnPpbhs6uH/">this introductory post</a> if you want to know more, support Black-owned businesses and find out how you can take part.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ahskYgL2QCM/YOsgWEEabZI/AAAAAAAAR50/q9idlUoV2Cguz-p2sDtD9qQDBqt_eddVACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210710_105821.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1397" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ahskYgL2QCM/YOsgWEEabZI/AAAAAAAAR50/q9idlUoV2Cguz-p2sDtD9qQDBqt_eddVACLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210710_105821.jpeg" width="437" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-8GAA7bSDEqE/YOsgWARsvZI/AAAAAAAAR54/Ixel1-aGVDEw5Jjqy-P0KWz9T3TKBupXgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210710_105426.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1279" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-8GAA7bSDEqE/YOsgWARsvZI/AAAAAAAAR54/Ixel1-aGVDEw5Jjqy-P0KWz9T3TKBupXgCLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210710_105426.jpeg" width="400" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-o1-9r2MQq4s/YOsgWMweXJI/AAAAAAAAR5w/bUkQ2HJW2GIb7t6oVxPg-oKiYpJ8XqofwCLcBGAsYHQ/s1936/20210710_110644.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1936" data-original-width="1500" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-o1-9r2MQq4s/YOsgWMweXJI/AAAAAAAAR5w/bUkQ2HJW2GIb7t6oVxPg-oKiYpJ8XqofwCLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210710_110644.jpeg" width="496" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">Of the prints Patience sent me, this one is the most striking and unusual, so I was itching to sew it up. I didn't have much to play with and a simple skirt was my best chance to make the most of the print and cool gradient. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I opted for the <a href="https://www.ninalee.co.uk/shop/">Nina Lee</a> Kew Skirt variation in a size 10, with an added ruffle for a little extra something. I took 20cm off the length and evened out the hem to eliminate the pattern's high-low detail. For the ruffle piece, I doubled the width of the hem with a 12cm depth. Once I attached the ruffle to the skirt, I measured the length and amended the facing pattern piece to fit before cutting it out.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">It's a bit sad I didn't have enough fabric to pattern match, but I think the end result is still pretty cute. I'm particularly fond of my alternating pink and yellow buttons, both perfect and from my stash.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-vdwu_2NVgls/YOsgahVPxeI/AAAAAAAAR6E/sOLUHyqTCzclMp2JzJgFxO7NvR6DkbsfACLcBGAsYHQ/s2000/20210708_164619.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="1500" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-vdwu_2NVgls/YOsgahVPxeI/AAAAAAAAR6E/sOLUHyqTCzclMp2JzJgFxO7NvR6DkbsfACLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210708_164619.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/--n7m1OfIe1A/YOsgapnXuSI/AAAAAAAAR58/0n8hjECh-_U1czLpxAGBskGurZS1DefKQCLcBGAsYHQ/s2000/20210708_164722.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="1500" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/--n7m1OfIe1A/YOsgapnXuSI/AAAAAAAAR58/0n8hjECh-_U1czLpxAGBskGurZS1DefKQCLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210708_164722.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-GvsZE4I3ofE/YOsgauWNusI/AAAAAAAAR6A/75EBmJ5-U14sGKcqH4VGzWIY4-5itjKLQCLcBGAsYHQ/s2000/20210708_164831.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="1500" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-GvsZE4I3ofE/YOsgauWNusI/AAAAAAAAR6A/75EBmJ5-U14sGKcqH4VGzWIY4-5itjKLQCLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210708_164831.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">The skirt pattern came together really easily and the fabric was a delight to work with. This is my first time sewing with wax print cotton, so I don't have anything to compare the quality to, but I'm really happy with what House of Yeshua Fabrics sent me. The designs and colours are stunning and the fabric softened beautifully after a wash, maintaining all of its vibrancy.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-uQkePIeuwaI/YOsaMbCulZI/AAAAAAAAR5o/18F4C2UMZRAy2rXds-dMdP5WJOB6ePBSgCPcBGAYYCw/s2048/20210710_110312_resize.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1602" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-uQkePIeuwaI/YOsaMbCulZI/AAAAAAAAR5o/18F4C2UMZRAy2rXds-dMdP5WJOB6ePBSgCPcBGAYYCw/s16000/20210710_110312_resize.jpeg" width="501" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: justify;">There's something undeniably joyful about wearing this skirt, which I've got to put down to the fabric. Happy Ankara Appreciation Week everyone - hope this week is inspiring for one and all! </div><p></p>Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12632906323410997355noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593765464158159022.post-28538112582164723652021-06-24T08:25:00.047+01:002021-07-20T22:31:14.793+01:00Apple-print Myosotis<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-k4CQW21f7LU/YPc9T2xlVII/AAAAAAAAR8A/UuL4XbsDe3ISt92TEiFZc_POVgyD4ltiQCLcBGAsYHQ/s1440/20210605_112447a.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="1440" height="356" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-k4CQW21f7LU/YPc9T2xlVII/AAAAAAAAR8A/UuL4XbsDe3ISt92TEiFZc_POVgyD4ltiQCLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210605_112447a.jpeg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">Four months no post, but I'm back with my fifth Deer and Doe <a href="https://shop.deer-and-doe.fr/en/sewing-patterns/65-myosotis-dress-pattern.html">Myosotis Dress</a> and she's delicious! I was inspired by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CDWrEJsg3MN/">this dress</a> the gorgeous Samantha (<a href="https://www.instagram.com/purplesewingcloud/">@purplesewingcloud</a> on Instagram) made using a fun apple-print cotton <a href="https://www.bygraziela-fabrics.co.uk/">byGraziela Fabrics</a>. We even filmed <a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/CQMGkFMD-ro/">a little reel</a> to celebrate our twinning...you're welcome!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fhi6F2Qp6fs/YPc-1GLBywI/AAAAAAAAR8g/tRAqBueoEvgzZwR0lnvgEyZL7gnQ4rdBQCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210605_111743.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1406" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fhi6F2Qp6fs/YPc-1GLBywI/AAAAAAAAR8g/tRAqBueoEvgzZwR0lnvgEyZL7gnQ4rdBQCLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210605_111743.jpeg" width="440" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FF4B26f0_ds/YPc_G1l566I/AAAAAAAAR8o/NFaXmnNGQYw22CIYwgPoVbyzAB6yjqvXACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210605_111405.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1456" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FF4B26f0_ds/YPc_G1l566I/AAAAAAAAR8o/NFaXmnNGQYw22CIYwgPoVbyzAB6yjqvXACLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210605_111405.jpeg" width="456" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pnIVJbEwUgU/YPc_HGPGZkI/AAAAAAAAR8s/crp8AXRmvIMkSbWCLMYPEskcJ2_oqQzJgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210605_111055.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1402" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pnIVJbEwUgU/YPc_HGPGZkI/AAAAAAAAR8s/crp8AXRmvIMkSbWCLMYPEskcJ2_oqQzJgCLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210605_111055.jpeg" width="438" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">There's not much to say about the making of this dress that I haven't already covered before, but here's a brief rundown if you're interested:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><ul><li>Sized down to a 38 for a closer fit</li><li>Added 80cm waist ties (fun fact: I made them using the pretty selvedge)</li><li>Omitted the standing collar (<a href="https://www.instagram.com/tv/CAqKK_gA9_8/">I have a tutorial for that</a>)</li><li>Kept the original skirt length with a ruffle</li><li>Opted plain sleeves</li></ul></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9qKGT20JGaE/YPc_oZxARQI/AAAAAAAAR84/wLzwRU6XUJo7FEb-w_k9xapf2WCPosiEACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210605_112447.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1849" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9qKGT20JGaE/YPc_oZxARQI/AAAAAAAAR84/wLzwRU6XUJo7FEb-w_k9xapf2WCPosiEACLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210605_112447.jpeg" width="578" /></a></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://1.bp.blogspot.com/-0Erxr5JprU4/YPc_odc43kI/AAAAAAAAR88/CBAKafH6PhAXm_2qaXPno1MQ8qAxpdFjQCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210605_112317.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1794" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-0Erxr5JprU4/YPc_odc43kI/AAAAAAAAR88/CBAKafH6PhAXm_2qaXPno1MQ8qAxpdFjQCLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210605_112317.jpeg" width="560" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">It's safe to say that the Myosotis Dress is one of my favourite patterns out there. Such a true 'tried and tested' that I have to consciously try to give other patterns in my stash a fair chance. This version in particular is very joyful, thanks to the print and colour combo.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mBc7GSdnQ0M/YPc_87nZywI/AAAAAAAAR9M/bsMSRdIaYXwxaYwsn4SDsDVpkFeGPM6VQCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210605_111458.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1470" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mBc7GSdnQ0M/YPc_87nZywI/AAAAAAAAR9M/bsMSRdIaYXwxaYwsn4SDsDVpkFeGPM6VQCLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210605_111458.jpeg" width="460" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-dPfuobPRYd0/YPc_8xiKCyI/AAAAAAAAR9I/LzEIbTdJyAAsMgGiyckbGccHAoAM94IjgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210605_111352.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1405" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-dPfuobPRYd0/YPc_8xiKCyI/AAAAAAAAR9I/LzEIbTdJyAAsMgGiyckbGccHAoAM94IjgCLcBGAsYHQ/s16000/20210605_111352.jpeg" width="440" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">What are you thoughts on Myosotis?</div><p></p>Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12632906323410997355noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593765464158159022.post-88196029056203028242021-02-19T14:43:00.006+00:002021-02-20T23:03:00.127+00:00Pink and Red Bakerloo<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-wLSLfWvG3U0/YCw-onnxSOI/AAAAAAAARlo/v24GtVBSnn4b76wnSZ4v9QbaSdYFB0bNACLcBGAsYHQ/s1440/20210213_132453%2Ba.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="1440" height="356" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-wLSLfWvG3U0/YCw-onnxSOI/AAAAAAAARlo/v24GtVBSnn4b76wnSZ4v9QbaSdYFB0bNACLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h356/20210213_132453%2Ba.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">Channeling some serious Harley Quinn crossed with 1970s killer clown vibes (Charlotte's words not mine), I realise that my <a href="https://www.ninalee.co.uk/shop/">Nina Lee Bakerloo Blouse</a> is A LOT. I'm pretty flattered by that description though, which says a lot about me, but whatever! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I mean, I could blame Megan's Galentine's-inspired <a href="https://pigeonwishes.com/pink-and-red-party/">#PinkAndRedPigeonParty</a> for this wild look, but despite a wobble midway through construction, I actually quite like it. My only hesitation is around styling - I'm worried that this outfit is more garish than kooky, so I'm not sure I'll be wearing it out. I feel an <a href="https://www.instagram.com/stitchodyssey/reels/">Instagram reel</a> coming on, to see what else in my wardrobe it might go with.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-uPVnr4hMBCk/YCw_KN5rM3I/AAAAAAAARmU/KAa_1Evfg6Q3QPIqkUxXypFzXLXNqVi-wCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210213_132146.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1809" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-uPVnr4hMBCk/YCw_KN5rM3I/AAAAAAAARmU/KAa_1Evfg6Q3QPIqkUxXypFzXLXNqVi-wCLcBGAsYHQ/w566-h640/20210213_132146.jpg" width="566" /></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://1.bp.blogspot.com/--htDMbsBvNg/YCw-n3sY6AI/AAAAAAAARlc/wNOqaiJg7wIHhmLFxgFPXGrGqhi4o1faQCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210213_131208.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1680" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/--htDMbsBvNg/YCw-n3sY6AI/AAAAAAAARlc/wNOqaiJg7wIHhmLFxgFPXGrGqhi4o1faQCLcBGAsYHQ/w524-h640/20210213_131208.jpg" width="524" /></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://1.bp.blogspot.com/-H6GNQEc26ho/YCw_KPWrITI/AAAAAAAARmY/YYwQ0Trl9SsZo7j1zJlxcjdhJ7_MqSP1QCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210213_131714.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1673" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-H6GNQEc26ho/YCw_KPWrITI/AAAAAAAARmY/YYwQ0Trl9SsZo7j1zJlxcjdhJ7_MqSP1QCLcBGAsYHQ/w522-h640/20210213_131714.jpg" width="522" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">Bold print clashing and styling choices aside, I absolutely love this pattern and see many more in my future. It's now available in sizes 6-20 and 16-28, hopefully making it accessible to more stitchers. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I made the long sleeve blouse version in a straight size 12 with no major modifications, other than shortening the sleeve and bodice pieces by 4cm. Next time I'll probably only take 2cm off the sleeves, but that aside I'm delighted with the fit. Both my fabrics were from <a href="https://sewmesunshine.co.uk/">Sew Me Sunshine</a> and I'm sure most of you will recognise THAT grid print sourced by <a href="https://pigeonwishes.com/">Pigeon Wishes</a>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">As with every other Nina Lee pattern I've tried, the instructions are great and the construction is surprisingly simple with an impressive outcome.<br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5HnmwXuWubk/YCw-8kpjiwI/AAAAAAAARl4/IHqPhBqwiVUqf518NBvtCI3TG9tfTkraACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210213_135330.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1763" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5HnmwXuWubk/YCw-8kpjiwI/AAAAAAAARl4/IHqPhBqwiVUqf518NBvtCI3TG9tfTkraACLcBGAsYHQ/w550-h640/20210213_135330.jpg" width="550" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-tj9dh837RJ8/YCw-9AV2mWI/AAAAAAAARmA/zjosZzTOi40HOLZKcbxgY3eCctFmrprHgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210213_135533.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1762" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-tj9dh837RJ8/YCw-9AV2mWI/AAAAAAAARmA/zjosZzTOi40HOLZKcbxgY3eCctFmrprHgCLcBGAsYHQ/w550-h640/20210213_135533.jpg" width="550" /></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://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FTDMjr5mu8k/YCw--9VoxvI/AAAAAAAARmM/JcDcLS5Fk2s5jeaZJs78Wh7UKa-Ub184wCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210213_135651.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1703" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FTDMjr5mu8k/YCw--9VoxvI/AAAAAAAARmM/JcDcLS5Fk2s5jeaZJs78Wh7UKa-Ub184wCLcBGAsYHQ/w532-h640/20210213_135651.jpg" width="532" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5ZA8fIENO3c/YCw--6ovLJI/AAAAAAAARmI/9IQhONXjrNkE0zZ6PzRd6O0nDV5p2tkTgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210213_135710.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1618" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5ZA8fIENO3c/YCw--6ovLJI/AAAAAAAARmI/9IQhONXjrNkE0zZ6PzRd6O0nDV5p2tkTgCLcBGAsYHQ/w506-h640/20210213_135710.jpg" width="506" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">From the big collar and sleeve energy to the cute little button-up back vent, the pattern details are second to none. It's such a great design that looks amazing in a solid fabric, the same print all over, colour blocked and everything in between.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">Love or hate my version, I'm ridiculously proud of my grid pattern matching. I only had 1m of the pink fabric, which is a very fine and shifty viscose, so I decided to cut everything out on a single layer. Did it take me ages? Yes. Was it worth it? Absolutely.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_NKu-_qnwxM/YCw_J5ltk7I/AAAAAAAARmQ/2EzFiDgV3pc0e6KC1wx6PTZYvXRhity6gCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210213_131130.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1693" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-_NKu-_qnwxM/YCw_J5ltk7I/AAAAAAAARmQ/2EzFiDgV3pc0e6KC1wx6PTZYvXRhity6gCLcBGAsYHQ/w530-h640/20210213_131130.jpg" width="530" /></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://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9UXMiHzb63A/YCw-n8cpR5I/AAAAAAAARlk/r9Tg7UMtYdg9mEe1cTZ0HZ5MiDV4llKiACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210213_131536.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1699" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-9UXMiHzb63A/YCw-n8cpR5I/AAAAAAAARlk/r9Tg7UMtYdg9mEe1cTZ0HZ5MiDV4llKiACLcBGAsYHQ/w530-h640/20210213_131536.jpg" width="530" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZmSZYkHzGOA/YCw_KzNxupI/AAAAAAAARmc/7ZHmiKo3X8cuKVtgNWsac0m2pjIL0mFUQCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210213_132453.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1768" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ZmSZYkHzGOA/YCw_KzNxupI/AAAAAAAARmc/7ZHmiKo3X8cuKVtgNWsac0m2pjIL0mFUQCLcBGAsYHQ/w552-h640/20210213_132453.jpg" width="552" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">I've already dreamt up my next two versions, one in a floral cotton lawn and one in a lightweight denim, both inspired by blouses I've seen on & Other Stories. I'm thinking of playing around with a cropped length and adding a button front...oooh, the possibilities!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div>Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12632906323410997355noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593765464158159022.post-72432009412169458342021-02-09T10:25:00.001+00:002021-02-19T14:44:10.230+00:00Border-print Myosotis<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-2ysuEAEU0eE/YCE8PV5uyRI/AAAAAAAARic/DsDYT3oKx_oC5YOURfG7AZnT1KWZaNb3ACLcBGAsYHQ/s1440/20210207_122150%2B%25281%2529.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="1440" height="356" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-2ysuEAEU0eE/YCE8PV5uyRI/AAAAAAAARic/DsDYT3oKx_oC5YOURfG7AZnT1KWZaNb3ACLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h356/20210207_122150%2B%25281%2529.jpg" width="640" /></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://1.bp.blogspot.com/-COT38qLzdWA/YCE8kN7f4wI/AAAAAAAARik/yUfKOggLRL47qJHjFHZaWs7fmLG5Guw_ACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210207_121350.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1719" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-COT38qLzdWA/YCE8kN7f4wI/AAAAAAAARik/yUfKOggLRL47qJHjFHZaWs7fmLG5Guw_ACLcBGAsYHQ/w538-h640/20210207_121350.jpg" width="538" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">38 today! I wish I could say with confidence that I'll be celebrating my lockdown birthday wafting around in this beauty, but I'll most likely be lounging around in toasty joggers and a jumper. Nonetheless, I thought today was a good opportunity to break my 2021 blogging hiatus by sharing a dreamy dress I finished way back in October...</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-N0ZjRmFDDfA/YCF_Jm67wJI/AAAAAAAARlA/BTjwK463rIshAvjO5dKDmL2Bc-wkfVo5wCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/%2B.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1735" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-N0ZjRmFDDfA/YCF_Jm67wJI/AAAAAAAARlA/BTjwK463rIshAvjO5dKDmL2Bc-wkfVo5wCLcBGAsYHQ/w542-h640/%2B.jpg" width="542" /></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://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VmAp70iABiM/YCF4XIgWTLI/AAAAAAAARj4/ior9frXpGp4bdKJds8-qiI3vqJDwwlXEwCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210207_120446.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1811" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-VmAp70iABiM/YCF4XIgWTLI/AAAAAAAARj4/ior9frXpGp4bdKJds8-qiI3vqJDwwlXEwCLcBGAsYHQ/w566-h640/20210207_120446.jpg" width="566" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-YrmQCoayyA8/YCF4hHaYzDI/AAAAAAAARkE/L1lFiOXFPZ8_rMTTFOenJ1Lj7IxJJngjQCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210207_115831.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1720" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-YrmQCoayyA8/YCF4hHaYzDI/AAAAAAAARkE/L1lFiOXFPZ8_rMTTFOenJ1Lj7IxJJngjQCLcBGAsYHQ/w538-h640/20210207_115831.jpg" width="538" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">This is my fourth Deer and Doe <a href="https://shop.deer-and-doe.fr/en/sewing-patterns/65-myosotis-dress-pattern.html">Myosotis Dress</a>, made in an exquisite cupro viscose that I got for a steal from <a href="https://www.rainbowfabrics.co.uk/">Rainbow Fabrics</a> a while back. I'm an impulse buyer when it comes to fabric, but the moment this arrived, I knew immediately what I wanted to make with it and it turned out exactly how I imagined. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I was driven by the desire to use the border print on the sleeve and hem ruffles, but it was touch and go as I only had two metres of fabric. I'm over the moon that I managed to make this work.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">Unlike my previous three versions, I sized down to a 38 this time and I like the closer fit a lot. The sleeves and bodice sit better on my frame and I can still wiggle it over my head. As always, I left off the Mandarin collar for a simpler neckline - <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tv/CAqKK_gA9_8/">short tutorial here</a> - and added ties to cinch the waist in. I also lengthened the skirt piece for a midi look, just like I did for <a href="http://www.astitchingodyssey.com/2019/11/lemon-myosotis-dress.html">my lemon version</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://1.bp.blogspot.com/-EIV_G_c-uwQ/YCF4p478KAI/AAAAAAAARkQ/MqEu4SC7qaAuBaxHDQyxTNtu4r3JjHDWACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210207_122130.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1653" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-EIV_G_c-uwQ/YCF4p478KAI/AAAAAAAARkQ/MqEu4SC7qaAuBaxHDQyxTNtu4r3JjHDWACLcBGAsYHQ/w516-h640/20210207_122130.jpg" width="516" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-oQqizGBqgO4/YCF4qOtMjOI/AAAAAAAARkU/h5eMfL7DxJ0-uxgIT5pSTmxO_Cof_2zQACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210207_122150.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1630" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-oQqizGBqgO4/YCF4qOtMjOI/AAAAAAAARkU/h5eMfL7DxJ0-uxgIT5pSTmxO_Cof_2zQACLcBGAsYHQ/w510-h640/20210207_122150.jpg" width="510" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I had the perfect buttons in my stash for this and I love bringing the waist ties to the front in a sweet little bow. I think it's because I painstakingly made them from a colourful strip of border print that looks good against the main paisley print. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">There's nothing more I can add about fit and construction that I haven't covered above and in posts about my previous versions, but it's safe to say that the Myosotis Dress remains a firm favourite in my pattern stash.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I'll leave you with some of my most 'excellent' posing to show off the fluttery sleeves...</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-AgFsVIPax1U/YCF4hL_w8fI/AAAAAAAARkA/nsjesEMfpWMQSh3Id5Hne3V_1Ans-WUTwCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210207_115054.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1773" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-AgFsVIPax1U/YCF4hL_w8fI/AAAAAAAARkA/nsjesEMfpWMQSh3Id5Hne3V_1Ans-WUTwCLcBGAsYHQ/w554-h640/20210207_115054.jpg" width="554" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-tiZ67ELMYog/YCF4zzCEwUI/AAAAAAAARkk/r9CNKkG0AxAv6q-9e6Brh2Pc2uQB7B6pQCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210207_120538.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1691" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-tiZ67ELMYog/YCF4zzCEwUI/AAAAAAAARkk/r9CNKkG0AxAv6q-9e6Brh2Pc2uQB7B6pQCLcBGAsYHQ/w528-h640/20210207_120538.jpg" width="528" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-uf1fJ7PEzaI/YCF40J76RiI/AAAAAAAARko/pSaEZHgqJsQl1XkMU_xS64YbmRCvYO7AACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20210207_120659.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1730" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-uf1fJ7PEzaI/YCF40J76RiI/AAAAAAAARko/pSaEZHgqJsQl1XkMU_xS64YbmRCvYO7AACLcBGAsYHQ/w540-h640/20210207_120659.jpg" width="540" /></a></div>Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12632906323410997355noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593765464158159022.post-76828115545733849242020-11-18T19:12:00.003+00:002020-11-18T19:12:26.368+00:00Olive in Mustard Denim<p style="text-align: center;"></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WP0F_Cn7Vys/X68msSgyW8I/AAAAAAAAReg/Tj7nkS04evs7YLKjY8Ddavb7Il4MBgJcgCLcBGAsYHQ/s1440/IMG_3642a.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="1440" height="356" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WP0F_Cn7Vys/X68msSgyW8I/AAAAAAAAReg/Tj7nkS04evs7YLKjY8Ddavb7Il4MBgJcgCLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h356/IMG_3642a.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: justify;">This print-loving magpie sewed her first solid colour make in 19 months and she likes it! It's the <a href="https://www.tillyandthebuttons.com/2020/02/make-it-simple-oh-la-la-its-olive.html">Olive pinafore</a> from the Tilly and the Buttons <a href="https://shop.tillyandthebuttons.com/products/make-it-simple">Make It Simple</a> book, which theoretically should have been very quick and easy to whip up. I'll explain why mine wasn't below, but first, can we marvel at how versatile she is in this mustard denim from <a href="https://sewmesunshine.co.uk/">Sew Me Sunshine</a>?! I made <a href="https://www.instagram.com/reel/CHSkYmAlPof/">this Instagram reel</a> to show you.</span></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><span style="text-align: justify;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ywvHCNrMc-w/X7BsnGFTUCI/AAAAAAAARes/4H3ponkhdd4ID0V-oWgEekJoptI-ua_UwCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_3618.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1424" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ywvHCNrMc-w/X7BsnGFTUCI/AAAAAAAARes/4H3ponkhdd4ID0V-oWgEekJoptI-ua_UwCLcBGAsYHQ/w444-h640/IMG_3618.jpg" width="444" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-LVtOZ7EhmAg/X7BtRybviLI/AAAAAAAARfw/RtFHdsNl9DsAd58sYvhcWv_PqcF43akVwCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_3626.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1398" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-LVtOZ7EhmAg/X7BtRybviLI/AAAAAAAARfw/RtFHdsNl9DsAd58sYvhcWv_PqcF43akVwCLcBGAsYHQ/w436-h640/IMG_3626.jpg" width="436" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">So, Olive is generally a speedy and satisfying make, but tinkering with the fit for mine was a little time-consuming. If you look at the line drawings, you'll see that there's not much shaping around the waist, which is something I need in this style of clothing due to my proportions. I documented my pattern alterations as I went along and saved them in <a href="https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/18046813879231957/">this Instagram highlight</a>, but I'll outline them below too.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">First up, I took 5.5cm out of the bodice to raise the waistline because I have quite a short torso, and I then trued the darts. Finally, starting with the narrowest part of the waistline, I added some shaping using a curved ruler. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">The waist shaping looked great, but because the darts were now much shorter than intended, I had a lot of excess fabric around the bum and tummy area. So I had to tweak the darts by adding some length back in, which took a few goes to get right. It was worth it though, as I managed to nail the fit for my shape back in March.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6N738v8VeLc/X7Bs3aIGFwI/AAAAAAAARfM/Ph7-rn8xuOA4y_gMSvCRijjce0PWIPLQACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20201108_122828.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1606" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6N738v8VeLc/X7Bs3aIGFwI/AAAAAAAARfM/Ph7-rn8xuOA4y_gMSvCRijjce0PWIPLQACLcBGAsYHQ/w502-h640/20201108_122828.jpg" width="502" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fMPVQ_ePRoA/X7Bsnx5_CYI/AAAAAAAARe4/Nb0jk65-tPAFohYaCUMPuMJR4Vx5yuFuACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_3644.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1503" data-original-width="2048" height="470" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-fMPVQ_ePRoA/X7Bsnx5_CYI/AAAAAAAARe4/Nb0jk65-tPAFohYaCUMPuMJR4Vx5yuFuACLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h470/IMG_3644.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: justify;">It should have been plain sailing after this, but it took me another five weeks to get Olive over the finishing line, all because of the bloody snaps. I had a few failed attempts on scrap bits of fabric which really put the fear into me, plus I was so angry about it that I needed to step away for a bit. I went through two different packs of snaps before conceding that I needed a smaller size, but installing them with the Prym pliers (I got mine from <a href="https://likesewamazing.com/product/prym-love-vario-pliers/">Like Sew Amazing</a>) was a breeze in the end. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-YaejWqL7Q_M/X7Bs3YfKyjI/AAAAAAAARfQ/UDd22jQ19vE92YhpB5L9XVx4c4fslZCgACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20201108_122841.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1635" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-YaejWqL7Q_M/X7Bs3YfKyjI/AAAAAAAARfQ/UDd22jQ19vE92YhpB5L9XVx4c4fslZCgACLcBGAsYHQ/w510-h640/20201108_122841.jpg" width="510" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/--ZadJf1Dz94/X7Bs3Zrqk1I/AAAAAAAARfU/d2V1sviianQNwErnNTPc6WBJPkREB3qogCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20201108_122856.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/--ZadJf1Dz94/X7Bs3Zrqk1I/AAAAAAAARfU/d2V1sviianQNwErnNTPc6WBJPkREB3qogCLcBGAsYHQ/w480-h640/20201108_122856.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">It was worth all the drama though, as I'm really happy with the final result. I used some amazing leftover <a href="https://www.spoonflower.com/en/fabric/6024502-succulents-by-innamoreva">Spoonflower cotton</a> for the facings and added my favourite finishing touch with a <a href="https://www.kylieandthemachine.shop/">Kylie and the Machine</a> label. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">You can't tell so much in these photos, but because I finished this ages ago, the fit is looser than I'd like (the perils of using exercise to get through a pandemic). It's nothing that can't be remedied with a belt though, so now I can create two looks with one pinafore.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5_vQmu_V7MU/X7BtFj5tzJI/AAAAAAAARfo/ITENit2tcUEUhpTCRLqfwjy_8f3PCmQwACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_3637.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1465" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5_vQmu_V7MU/X7BtFj5tzJI/AAAAAAAARfo/ITENit2tcUEUhpTCRLqfwjy_8f3PCmQwACLcBGAsYHQ/w458-h640/IMG_3637.jpg" width="458" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-0sQGCqMAIt8/X7BtR7BPk3I/AAAAAAAARf0/k4BSZqzNtl8SIknjqaSXL3NenZ3UNvCyQCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_3635.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1483" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-0sQGCqMAIt8/X7BtR7BPk3I/AAAAAAAARf0/k4BSZqzNtl8SIknjqaSXL3NenZ3UNvCyQCLcBGAsYHQ/w464-h640/IMG_3635.jpg" width="464" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">Am I the only person to have underestimated how satisfying sewing solids can be? The outfit possibilities seem endless!</div><p></p><p></p>Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12632906323410997355noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593765464158159022.post-70944612621444865692020-09-29T08:26:00.000+01:002020-09-29T08:26:00.785+01:00Vintage McCall 6475<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6Vgs9mshnrI/X3JMj9W_fHI/AAAAAAAARaQ/5E2aVFOyFd4N-oBhJbBXNRsoWtOM9jJYwCLcBGAsYHQ/s1440/IMG_3607a.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="1440" height="356" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6Vgs9mshnrI/X3JMj9W_fHI/AAAAAAAARaQ/5E2aVFOyFd4N-oBhJbBXNRsoWtOM9jJYwCLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h356/IMG_3607a.jpg" width="640" /></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://1.bp.blogspot.com/-klfyVXKbs4w/X3JNY8MYKBI/AAAAAAAARaY/5ZPptLOQsrwGV1efwFwq7RCtvcp6sjWEQCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_3597.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1581" data-original-width="2048" height="494" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-klfyVXKbs4w/X3JNY8MYKBI/AAAAAAAARaY/5ZPptLOQsrwGV1efwFwq7RCtvcp6sjWEQCLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h494/IMG_3597.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">This month I've been co-hosting <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sewvintageseptember/">#SewVintageSeptember on Instagram</a> with Kerry of <a href="https://www.instagram.com/kestrelmakes/">Kestrel Makes</a> and it's been wonderful! Not only have I discovered many more vintage-loving stitchers and been inspired by their makes, it's also re-ignited my interest in my own sizeable vintage pattern collection, which has slowly dwindled in favour of indie brands in recent years. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mTB7XIQF7D4/X3JN2p_GQ1I/AAAAAAAARa8/5B2iPVqRwDoBubb4FBluY-R3gJ4Cid_zgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20200903_084515.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-mTB7XIQF7D4/X3JN2p_GQ1I/AAAAAAAARa8/5B2iPVqRwDoBubb4FBluY-R3gJ4Cid_zgCLcBGAsYHQ/w480-h640/20200903_084515.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">After a good rummage, I settled on McCall 6475 for my personal challenge, a sweet blouse pattern from 1946. I even managed to pair it with some 1940s stretch crepe from my stash, which was a bonus. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">Unlike some vintage patterns, this one has fully-printed pattern pieces and the instructions are very clear and thorough. The construction is also fairly simple, with the only fiddly bits being the narrow neck binding and easing the sleeves in. I made things even easier for myself by inserting an invisible side zip, instead of the lapped one the pattern calls for.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">Being a vintage size 16, it falls pretty close to my measurements so I didn't have to make too many adjustments. After measuring the flat pattern pieces, I knew I had to take 5.5cm off the bodice so the waistline would hit me at the right point. To avoid messing with the design lines too much, I distributed this between the armhole and side seams, making sure to shorten the sleeve pieces accordingly. I then added the 5.5cm to the peplum, which in hindsight might be a bit too long. What do you think - should I shorten the peplum a bit? I saved all of my alterations in <a href="https://www.instagram.com/stitchodyssey/">a highlight on Instagram called SVS</a> for anyone interested. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-PLlb3tl-j5Q/X3JN2aeGFzI/AAAAAAAARa0/rPkK8Gq02r0y_dMsr1xZz5efhy98d7sSACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_3581.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1491" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-PLlb3tl-j5Q/X3JN2aeGFzI/AAAAAAAARa0/rPkK8Gq02r0y_dMsr1xZz5efhy98d7sSACLcBGAsYHQ/w466-h640/IMG_3581.jpg" width="466" /></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://1.bp.blogspot.com/-OycHAxsvtLw/X3JOMh1txRI/AAAAAAAARbg/uD6_bpAedWcdE4e_jxWhiMO6g4QqTP2lgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_3593.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1493" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-OycHAxsvtLw/X3JOMh1txRI/AAAAAAAARbg/uD6_bpAedWcdE4e_jxWhiMO6g4QqTP2lgCLcBGAsYHQ/w466-h640/IMG_3593.jpg" width="466" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">When I first set out to make this blouse, I had a vision of pairing it with a luxurious pair of RTW navy culottes I own, for a formal vintage feel. However, since I last wore them my shape has changed and they no longer fit properly. I was really disappointed and discovered that I don't actually have much else to pair this blouse with as I'm not really a smart separates person (something I've been meaning to rectify for years). </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I had to settle on the only pair of jeans that still fit me for the photoshoot and I just don't know how I feel about the overall look. It looks very contemporary, which wasn't the picture I had in my head, but maybe it means I'll actually wear it more in reality. I could throw a chunky knit over it for colder weather and wear it like this in warmer weather.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">One thing I regret, is running out of time to make a matching belt. September turned out to be much busier than I expected both in and out of work, so my sewing time was quite limited. I might make one retrospectively, or get one made by <a href="https://harlequin-uk.com/products/belts-and-buckles/">Harlequin UK</a> for a £12 bargain.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I also regret rushing to finish and machine hemming the peplum and sleeves. As a result, the hems are a bit wavy, so I should have taken the time to hand stitch them. Time wasn't on my side though and if it still bothers me down the line, I can always unpick and redo them.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-8G6_zHfoHlE/X3JOBQIrOfI/AAAAAAAARbI/wcdbMEC-89QfOZPU4pv82uEOKl9agzYMgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_3607.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-8G6_zHfoHlE/X3JOBQIrOfI/AAAAAAAARbI/wcdbMEC-89QfOZPU4pv82uEOKl9agzYMgCLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h480/IMG_3607.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><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://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pd_fhJfcN20/X3JOBvAWjkI/AAAAAAAARbQ/G_BWAziGtaUGAdRTSv6ICqAHAyw-ND6kwCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20200927_120425.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1655" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-pd_fhJfcN20/X3JOBvAWjkI/AAAAAAAARbQ/G_BWAziGtaUGAdRTSv6ICqAHAyw-ND6kwCLcBGAsYHQ/w518-h640/20200927_120425.jpg" width="518" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i><b>A very apt and perfectly-matched label from <a href="https://pinkcoatclub.com/">Pink Coat Club</a></b></i></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br />The neckline is the showstopper on this design for sure. I also love the raglan sleeves (the long sleeves are especially beautiful) and the subtle front and back waist gathers that give it a slightly blousy effect. It really is a very sweet pattern.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WMMMuuBuPJo/X3JOMhkjFKI/AAAAAAAARbk/NFoJRKPsJ5Y0PB8AzHZDR6Zgff-usqfNwCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_3584.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1489" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-WMMMuuBuPJo/X3JOMhkjFKI/AAAAAAAARbk/NFoJRKPsJ5Y0PB8AzHZDR6Zgff-usqfNwCLcBGAsYHQ/w466-h640/IMG_3584.jpg" width="466" /></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://1.bp.blogspot.com/-rO2s7KTPRYw/X3JONVg3MXI/AAAAAAAARbo/zU6HL7zRrIAryGZ4M2GuQa1ndeez143qwCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_3603.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1567" data-original-width="2048" height="490" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-rO2s7KTPRYw/X3JONVg3MXI/AAAAAAAARbo/zU6HL7zRrIAryGZ4M2GuQa1ndeez143qwCLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h490/IMG_3603.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">Overall, I'm not thrilled with my finished make - it's partly feeling like I rushed it and partly because I couldn't pair it with what I originally wanted to. I guess I'm also a little bit disappointed that I maybe wasn't ambitious enough for #SewVintageSeptember, but with how unpredictably busy the month turned out to be, that's not a bad thing. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">What I am happy about, is that this month has helped me to rediscover my neglected vintage sewing pattern stash. I'm going to make more of an effort to incorporate them into my future plans because I have some absolute stunners, especially in <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tv/CFHX9QlAyy2/">my 1930s collection</a>.</div><div><br /></div>Did you take part in <span style="text-align: justify;">#SewVintageSeptember? </span><p></p>Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12632906323410997355noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593765464158159022.post-80923530381338732262020-09-19T10:57:00.014+01:002020-09-19T22:54:02.376+01:00Reeta Shirt Dress<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Oz_M0oT9iLM/X2KOTibV-kI/AAAAAAAARYQ/IK56zHJuKRsxhaBUmPsuKGt8RivHMcQpwCLcBGAsYHQ/s1440/IMG_3563a.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="1440" height="356" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Oz_M0oT9iLM/X2KOTibV-kI/AAAAAAAARYQ/IK56zHJuKRsxhaBUmPsuKGt8RivHMcQpwCLcBGAsYHQ/w640-h356/IMG_3563a.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">When Fabric Godmother released <a href="https://www.fabricgodmother.co.uk/fabric-godmother/">her latest collection of exclusive prints</a> earlier this year, Josie generously invited me to pick my favourite as a gift, with no obligation to share what I made. Naturally, my love of big cat prints drew me to the gorgeous <a href="https://www.fabricgodmother.co.uk/cheetah-lily-tencel-crepe-black/">Cheetah Lily tencel crepe</a>, and as soon as it arrived I just knew it had to become a Named <a href="https://www.namedclothing.com/shop/reeta-shirt-dress/">Reeta Shirt Dress</a>. I'm so happy with how it turned out that there's no way I wasn't going to share it. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NtChOgUyfu8/X2KOzhvVbjI/AAAAAAAARYs/7gjCDQ4fvykJLtwOP4-QojA0pd5U4BeVgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2346/IMG_3526.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2346" data-original-width="1768" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NtChOgUyfu8/X2KOzhvVbjI/AAAAAAAARYs/7gjCDQ4fvykJLtwOP4-QojA0pd5U4BeVgCLcBGAsYHQ/w482-h640/IMG_3526.jpg" width="482" /></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://1.bp.blogspot.com/-u9vNkm8QW5U/X2KO8xPv7VI/AAAAAAAARZI/1V4JuaBgRZUhg9_bODCY0_J1HASGLE3tQCLcBGAsYHQ/s2328/IMG_3533.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2328" data-original-width="1762" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-u9vNkm8QW5U/X2KO8xPv7VI/AAAAAAAARZI/1V4JuaBgRZUhg9_bODCY0_J1HASGLE3tQCLcBGAsYHQ/w484-h640/IMG_3533.jpg" width="484" /></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://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Vtq5sHW4pkA/X2KO0e-bD4I/AAAAAAAARY0/Uu5MUH4N6KYXGcK017cnK95aCPhSg-PZACLcBGAsYHQ/s3128/IMG_3563.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3128" data-original-width="2346" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-Vtq5sHW4pkA/X2KO0e-bD4I/AAAAAAAARY0/Uu5MUH4N6KYXGcK017cnK95aCPhSg-PZACLcBGAsYHQ/w480-h640/IMG_3563.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">Recently I've been quite lazy with my sewing, opting for simpler/quicker makes, so this felt like the most involved project that I've tackled in a long time. Details like the pleated breast pockets, collar, waist channel, turned up sleeves, skirt vents and buttons all add to the luxurious finish of this dress, but they take time to sew. I also decided to make my own waist ties instead of using cord, so that didn't help matters. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">Once I accepted that this was going to be a slow sew and focused on one element at a time, I actually found the process quite enjoyable. It reminded me that it's ok if it takes longer than a day or a weekend to make something. Literally, what's the rush?!?<br /><br />The pattern instructions are ok, but I always tend to need a bit of extra guidance when it comes to tricky bits as my brain can't cope with 2D explanations. When it came to the collar I did a bit of Googling and stumbled across <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Sfcy5176suk&ab_channel=SewSewLive" target="_blank">Sew Sew Live's sew-along on YouTube</a>. It really helped me to see it being sewn up, so I would recommend scrolling to 54 minutes in if you need help with that step.<br /><br />The rest of the dress is actually pretty simple to make. Just make sure you carefully transfer all the pattern markings onto your fabric and take extra care if you're using something drapey.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NsIJnGJTbz0/X2KO0gLxwdI/AAAAAAAARY8/Myn90IQMaLMyLwOU6YbjR5vAsF9QkVYQACLcBGAsYHQ/s3128/IMG_3570.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3128" data-original-width="2346" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-NsIJnGJTbz0/X2KO0gLxwdI/AAAAAAAARY8/Myn90IQMaLMyLwOU6YbjR5vAsF9QkVYQACLcBGAsYHQ/w480-h640/IMG_3570.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-je0jg8dYSyg/X2O9l_yHakI/AAAAAAAARZs/CLv7uMcSMUUZoTkiMJ8h8wVRgHakmFRpACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/20200912_082334.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-je0jg8dYSyg/X2O9l_yHakI/AAAAAAAARZs/CLv7uMcSMUUZoTkiMJ8h8wVRgHakmFRpACLcBGAsYHQ/w480-h640/20200912_082334.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">Instead of adding the required buttonholes at each end of the waist channel, I was inspired by <a href="https://www.craftyclyde.com/2020/07/a-dress-named-reeta.html" target="_blank">Crafty Clyde</a> to use some hardware. I went for 11mm Prym eyelets in brass to match my buttons and I love how they look. With my fabric being so delicate, I figured that buttonholes wouldn't hold up as well over time and the eyelets feel much more robust. My buttons were a steal from a stall on Leicester Market and they're perfect for this dress.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">In terms of sizing, I made a straight UK 12 and I'm really happy with the fit. I'm only 5ft 3" though, so I took about 10cm off the length and I probably could have taken off a bit more. Miraculously, when I measured the pattern pieces, the waist channel was already at my natural waistline (usually I have to shorten bodices), so I took 5cm off between the waist and hips and 5cm off between the hips and start of the side slits. As I was taking so much off I wanted to space it out to cause as little interruption to the design lines as possible and to make sure I didn't end up with tiny slits. It paid off I think. </div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FPtYO6UadQo/X2KOzgDulCI/AAAAAAAARYo/P1KyQPENYk8VABG8X-WtghPIPEX0sV92QCLcBGAsYHQ/s2346/IMG_3551.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2346" data-original-width="1735" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-FPtYO6UadQo/X2KOzgDulCI/AAAAAAAARYo/P1KyQPENYk8VABG8X-WtghPIPEX0sV92QCLcBGAsYHQ/w474-h640/IMG_3551.jpg" width="474" /></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://1.bp.blogspot.com/-qCEoq0QmQDQ/X2KO87diTUI/AAAAAAAARZE/ZOmEoWXdHfcuCT3yAcM2mAd72x8M-XNvgCLcBGAsYHQ/s2346/IMG_3542.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2346" data-original-width="1755" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-qCEoq0QmQDQ/X2KO87diTUI/AAAAAAAARZE/ZOmEoWXdHfcuCT3yAcM2mAd72x8M-XNvgCLcBGAsYHQ/w478-h640/IMG_3542.jpg" width="478" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-t0RJVh3gqHg/X2KO81lHZBI/AAAAAAAARZM/QbMJ5zeC4UA9EcFzSFWXsjwN0ZSnJbO3ACLcBGAsYHQ/s2346/IMG_3544.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2346" data-original-width="1759" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-t0RJVh3gqHg/X2KO81lHZBI/AAAAAAAARZM/QbMJ5zeC4UA9EcFzSFWXsjwN0ZSnJbO3ACLcBGAsYHQ/w480-h640/IMG_3544.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">Throwing on this dress makes me feel effortlessly chic. It's both sophisticated and casual, an irresistible combination. I wore it out and about with black trainers recently and I've never felt so good during peak comfort levels. I can totally see why the Reeta Shirt Dress is such a popular make. Have you made it? What do you think to the pattern?</div><p></p>Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12632906323410997355noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593765464158159022.post-75059594707740619562020-09-04T17:29:00.005+01:002020-09-04T17:29:41.208+01:00The Sorrel Dress<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><strike><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="1440" height="349" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-a-U3bhWMVys/X1FbPByhTkI/AAAAAAAARWo/qnff_jhIbnACtkWYPGQm7O0gaat_NsLBQCLcBGAsYHQ/w625-h349/IMG_3521b.jpg" width="625" /></strike><br /><br /><div style="text-align: justify;">The minute I spotted this dreamy viscose from <a href="https://www.fabricgodmother.co.uk/">Fabric Godmother</a> a few months ago, I knew I had to have it and I knew it needed to become <a href="https://jenniferlaurenhandmade.store/product/the-sorrel-dress/">The Sorrel Dress</a> by Jennifer Lauren Handmade. I'm very much an impulse buyer when it comes to fabric, so buying with a purpose was a revelation. I might try to do it more often...haha!<br /><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1529" height="781" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-6G_lPsgD7TY/X1FbZ5x2U3I/AAAAAAAARWs/wjTYy_bvpX8cEG8JKobZZAciPvkTIz2fgCLcBGAsYHQ/w585-h781/IMG_3496.jpg" width="585" /><br /></div></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div style="text-align: justify;">Something about the vintage-inspired print paired with the classic shape of the pattern just screamed 1940s perfection to me and I wasn't disappointed. This dress came out exactly how I pictured it in my head and I couldn't be happier about it. It's a shame I finished it just in time for colder weather, but it might get some winter wear with a cropped cardigan and tights. </div><br /><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-I5Jrn5JVrVE/X1Fba7VmCkI/AAAAAAAARXE/ZqiCkoZbFPAIaEWuswWGgyrWPOHrqfIRgCLcBGAsYHQ/s3128/IMG_3521.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3128" data-original-width="2346" height="781" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-I5Jrn5JVrVE/X1Fba7VmCkI/AAAAAAAARXE/ZqiCkoZbFPAIaEWuswWGgyrWPOHrqfIRgCLcBGAsYHQ/w586-h781/IMG_3521.jpg" width="586" /></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://1.bp.blogspot.com/-RRzrdwl3TJs/X1FbZ_Os5WI/AAAAAAAARW0/4CGvm_PfFkQ1BRmaxZh4K1Cjt8dLlJfwwCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_3502.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1553" height="781" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-RRzrdwl3TJs/X1FbZ_Os5WI/AAAAAAAARW0/4CGvm_PfFkQ1BRmaxZh4K1Cjt8dLlJfwwCLcBGAsYHQ/w594-h781/IMG_3502.jpg" width="594" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-g_AqZEvbMwI/X1FbaV-AUVI/AAAAAAAARW4/ch4E8CAjFkg3DdxxEg9JAdkdSgCZSRzuwCLcBGAsYHQ/s2346/IMG_3506.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2346" data-original-width="1798" height="781" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-g_AqZEvbMwI/X1FbaV-AUVI/AAAAAAAARW4/ch4E8CAjFkg3DdxxEg9JAdkdSgCZSRzuwCLcBGAsYHQ/w599-h781/IMG_3506.jpg" width="599" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I love the foldout collar, open-ended darts and grown-on sleeves which give this pattern a casual vintage twist. The fact that it's drafted in different cup sizes is the cherry on top. I made a straight size 12 in a C or D cup (I can't remember, annoyingly) and it fits so nicely. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">The only change I made was to shorten the bodice by 4cm, which turned out to be too much despite carefully measuring the flat pattern pieces like I always do. Bizarrely, the front is fine but the waistline is raised at the back and slightly pulls. You can't really see it in the pictures, but it's there and it bugs me, but it won't stop me from wearing it as it's cute otherwise.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">My only criticism relates to the skirt. I was drawn to this pattern because of the simple A-line skirt, but it's almost like it could do with a tiny bit more volume. Making it in a floaty viscose probably hasn't helped matters and something with a bit more body might work better. 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These pearly beauties worked a treat though and I love how they blend in perfectly to let the print do the talking. Of course I had to finish it off with a lovely <a href="https://craftypinup.shop/collections/woven-labels">Crafty Pinup label</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://1.bp.blogspot.com/-4kh9osKOHS4/X1FbbDFu6AI/AAAAAAAARXI/_6uLyB8qQ-YrfN8MGVpA5NbHpn52jAEfwCLcBGAsYHQ/s3128/IMG_3523.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3128" data-original-width="2346" height="781" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-4kh9osKOHS4/X1FbbDFu6AI/AAAAAAAARXI/_6uLyB8qQ-YrfN8MGVpA5NbHpn52jAEfwCLcBGAsYHQ/w586-h781/IMG_3523.jpg" width="586" /></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://1.bp.blogspot.com/-QFrKd0jCVJ8/X1FbZ7EcTxI/AAAAAAAARWw/MjbUsvtl8WcaHdVNY4VEuh4Ua-e-tFxZQCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_3499.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1539" height="781" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-QFrKd0jCVJ8/X1FbZ7EcTxI/AAAAAAAARWw/MjbUsvtl8WcaHdVNY4VEuh4Ua-e-tFxZQCLcBGAsYHQ/w586-h781/IMG_3499.jpg" width="586" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">Have you made The Sorrel Dress? What do you think of it?</div><br /><p></p>Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12632906323410997355noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593765464158159022.post-2295246867012300622020-08-17T23:25:00.003+01:002020-08-19T17:48:06.916+01:00TATB Safiya Dungarees<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-O-prAOluVNk/XzZQY9iVgTI/AAAAAAAARUs/KuM-UfhaSF87LBdhiJmYwhtdOVrKGOmEACLcBGAsYHQ/s1440/IMG_3484a.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="1440" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-O-prAOluVNk/XzZQY9iVgTI/AAAAAAAARUs/KuM-UfhaSF87LBdhiJmYwhtdOVrKGOmEACLcBGAsYHQ/s640/IMG_3484a.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I usually steer clear of me-mades that you have to practically remove just to pop to the loo, but found it hard to resist the <a href="https://www.tillyandthebuttons.com/2020/02/make-it-simple-safiya-sewing-pattern.html" target="_blank">Safiya Dungarees</a> that stitchers have been making in their hoards. It's one of six patterns featured in <a href="https://shop.tillyandthebuttons.com/products/make-it-simple" target="_blank">Make it Simple</a>, the latest book from Tilly and the Buttons.</div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-XUJtBCBkjto/XzZQkQslhKI/AAAAAAAARU4/qq0HoGE4LqUXxpDjp6XnAtQSZ7XrqrTbwCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_3463.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1508" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-XUJtBCBkjto/XzZQkQslhKI/AAAAAAAARU4/qq0HoGE4LqUXxpDjp6XnAtQSZ7XrqrTbwCLcBGAsYHQ/s640/IMG_3463.jpg" /></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://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5uIdDnA-W8c/XzZQlIvUAsI/AAAAAAAARU8/AWUSvwcCs5w8dl1avUp6DpvEIxL435ifACLcBGAsYHQ/s2832/IMG_3475.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2343" data-original-width="2832" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-5uIdDnA-W8c/XzZQlIvUAsI/AAAAAAAARU8/AWUSvwcCs5w8dl1avUp6DpvEIxL435ifACLcBGAsYHQ/s640/IMG_3475.jpg" width="640" /></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://1.bp.blogspot.com/-hA9oK15gEG4/XzZQlv1sjPI/AAAAAAAARVE/jF7kg7ARGz0bi0c-oetU1JnEqt-BB0MggCLcBGAsYHQ/s2536/IMG_3477.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2296" data-original-width="2536" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-hA9oK15gEG4/XzZQlv1sjPI/AAAAAAAARVE/jF7kg7ARGz0bi0c-oetU1JnEqt-BB0MggCLcBGAsYHQ/s640/IMG_3477.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">My heart was set on making this in some double gauze from my stash, but try as I may, I didn't quite have enough at the time. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/sewdoitemma/" target="_blank">Emma</a> has since kindly come through for me, so a second version could be on the horizon. In the meantime, I settled on a cotton lawn from my stash instead and I think it works really well as it's breezy to wear and layers up well with lots of different tops in my wardrobe.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I made a straight size 4, shortening the straps and trouser length, as well as taking in the bodice sides a smidge. Ideally, I would have gone a size smaller for the bodice, but as the pattern doesn't have any fastenings, I wouldn't have been able to pull it over my hips and bum. My bust/hip to waist ratio is always what puts me off loose styles, but the fabric belt helps to give it some shaping and it's been super comfy to wear while working from home during the pandemic.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">If I do make a second version, I'll probably size down and add a side zip or front buttons. I've seen some gorgeous versions which are more fitted, so it's very tempting.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-yuqBsp0HqpE/XzZQvHmFXrI/AAAAAAAARVU/XHeIOkIr_jkNlHcl_xzVbPSGBCSZoET_wCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_3465.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1503" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-yuqBsp0HqpE/XzZQvHmFXrI/AAAAAAAARVU/XHeIOkIr_jkNlHcl_xzVbPSGBCSZoET_wCLcBGAsYHQ/s640/IMG_3465.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-OEk7mH6CGJM/XzZQvByORvI/AAAAAAAARVY/IpWlWZuvN4U9FsLZHKeTu6luFalTOEItACLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_3470.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1476" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-OEk7mH6CGJM/XzZQvByORvI/AAAAAAAARVY/IpWlWZuvN4U9FsLZHKeTu6luFalTOEItACLcBGAsYHQ/s640/IMG_3470.jpg" /></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://1.bp.blogspot.com/-vTZFnWisYig/XzZQkStbozI/AAAAAAAARU0/tpgNSWmIx3YsAuVmPXmRitO8RMdmo-I5wCLcBGAsYHQ/s2048/IMG_3473.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1592" height="640" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-vTZFnWisYig/XzZQkStbozI/AAAAAAAARU0/tpgNSWmIx3YsAuVmPXmRitO8RMdmo-I5wCLcBGAsYHQ/s640/IMG_3473.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">I had some leftover fabric, so I made myself a matching face covering...such are the times we're living in. It's the popular <a href="mailto:https://dhuratadavies.com/blogs/things-i-make-and-do/free-face-mask-pattern-and-tutorial">free pattern from Dhurata Davies</a>, made with three layers of fabric and featuring nose/chin shaping. You can even add a filter and nose wire if you wish, though I didn't for this version. It's a really great pattern, but doesn't quite offer the coverage of the 3D one by Romilda Dias which <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tv/CC57pligmGw/" target="_blank">I shared a tutorial for here</a> if you're interested. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ElkNQb_mFkQ/XzZQl5T8J2I/AAAAAAAARVM/BjBsZa_1t38cFa1QOuldj81XzG5FX-9dwCLcBGAsYHQ/s3128/IMG_3493.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2346" data-original-width="3128" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-ElkNQb_mFkQ/XzZQl5T8J2I/AAAAAAAARVM/BjBsZa_1t38cFa1QOuldj81XzG5FX-9dwCLcBGAsYHQ/s640/IMG_3493.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: justify;">Have you made any of the three versions of the Safiya pattern? Which is your favourite? I've also made the trouser version and I can't wait to share it with you because I'm truly smitten!</div><p></p>Mariehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12632906323410997355noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7593765464158159022.post-26517469047437758822020-07-24T17:53:00.001+01:002020-07-24T17:53:58.505+01:00Raspberry Jumpsuit<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This make would have been my entry for Portia's <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CAzhECPAu5T/">Refashioners 2020</a>, which was <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/CBSUztYgrz6/">thoughtfully cancelled</a> to allow for a more inclusive and representative line-up in the future. This year's challenge was to give a new lease of life to unloved/unused textiles from around your home like bedding, tablecloths, towels and old garments. </div>
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I shortened the bodice by 4cm and added those to the crotch length instead, which thankfully worked a treat. I also had to shorten the trouser length by quite a bit (maybe 8cm) and tapered them in by 2cm below the knee. I'm pretty happy with the final fit though and it required minimum effort to get there which is always a win. </div>
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Long time no post, friends. I've actually been relatively productive on the sewing front during lockdown, but seem to have lost the appetite to photograph myself in my makes. The backlog was stressing me out though, so I made a start last weekend.</div>
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This was originally a straight Republique du Chiffon <a href="http://republiqueduchiffon.com/en/home/131-violette-dress.html">Violette Dress</a>, which I made for last year's summer party hosted by Hannah and Rosie of <a href="https://thenewcrafthouse.com/">The New Craft House</a>. You can see me wearing it <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/B1BfR77gXco/">here</a>, but suffice to say that I wasn't a fan of the relaxed bodice on me. However, I was a huge fan of the tiered skirt and the gorgeous viscose from <a href="https://likesewamazing.com/">Like Sew Amazing</a>, so I was determined to refashion it into a dress worthy of <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/B3Xa4D-gLEI/">my friend's dreamy Tuscan wedding</a> last August. </div>
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Annoyingly, I omitted the customary waist stay I like to add when sewing with viscose, so there is a bit of sagging at the front skirt. Also, I made a lot of adjustments to the Flora bodice at the time to get a perfect fit, which isn't really reflected here as my shape has changed a fair bit since then. I think the belt does a great job at hiding these niggles though and it sure is a comfortable wear.</div>
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Overall, I'm really happy with this combination of patterns - which I've named Florette - and would love to make a solid version in linen maybe. I know, I know...who even am I?!?</div>
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I'll finish with a confession, because it's bugging me and I need to come clean. Have you noticed the difference in lipstick colour and lighting in some of these photos? It's because we took the first batch with the pink lipstick and the lovely lighting first...before I realised that my zip was only halfway done up on the back bodice. Sadly, this made the fit look terrible in the front and back shots but we didn't have time to reshoot straight away due to a family Zoom quiz (the 'gift' that keeps on giving in lockdown). By the time the quiz had finished the day turned grey and rainy and I forgot that I'd changed my lipstick! We could have reshot everything on a different day, but I really liked some of the original takes, so I begrudgingly settled on mixing the two. </div>
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We're <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/B8pFIC5A3dz/">partial to a bit of twinning</a>, my sewing bestie Amy (<a href="http://almondrock.co.uk/">Almond Rock</a>) and I, but this time we've really outdone ourselves! We've made matching PJs out of this crazy cat print seersucker and have decided to throw a <b>Pyjama Pictionary Party</b> to celebrate. The best part is, you're all invited!</div>
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You can join us live by tuning into <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbGQhCjwP4kgJgiFn71cYGw">Amy's YouTube channel</a> this Saturday (25 April) at 7.30pm (BST). We'll chat a bit, play a bit and there are kickass goodies up for grabs too. You can enter the prize draw and even help plan the party <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdMf5InduXVTz9_to9LgEMWetbIOSRyhDkjgvzoXAi2OkOpAg/viewform">here</a> - just send us your sewing-related Pictionary suggestions and any burning questions you want us to answer on the night.</div>
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It all started when I found this bonkers fabric on Leicester market more than a year ago. I had no idea what I would do with it, but that didn't stop me from buying a small bolt. It's quite a sheer seersucker with a subtle plaid pattern and the scruffiest little kitties all over it. </div>
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Inspiration eventually struck and I decided to gift Amy some if she agreed to make matching sleepwear with me (always read the small print before accepting gifts). Reader, <a href="http://almondrock.co.uk/the-cats-pyjamas-carolyn-mccalls-hybrid-lounge-set">she said yes</a>!</div>
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<i>Do you like my cute lil rainbow label? It's from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/PaigeJoannax">Paige Joanna</a>.</i><br />
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I paired mine with the Nina Lee <a href="https://www.ninalee.co.uk/shop/piccadilly-pdf-sewing-pattern/">Piccadilly pattern</a>, which is incredibly sweet, and they've turned out pretty darned cute. It was my first time using the pattern and I made up a straight size 12, leaving out the Mandarin collar as it's not a detail I love on myself. </div>
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So that's the story of pussycat Piccadilly pyjamas - do you like them? And more importantly, will we see you at our Pyjama Pictionary Party on Saturday?</div>
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I can't quite believe how much life has changed in one month. Back in February, while coronavirus was gaining momentum worldwide, we were still free to come and go as we pleased in the UK. While our current locked down status is absolutely necessary, I'm so grateful that I got to catch up with sewing friends in the flesh at various events just weeks before.</div>
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One such event was The New Craft House Galentine's Party. The night itself was such a giggle, made even sweeter by the fact that Amy of <a href="http://almondrock.co.uk/">Almond Rock</a> and I won the #SewingWife bingo, for which our matching fabric choice definitely gave us the edge.</div>
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All in all, I felt super glamorous in this dress and I'm pleased that I tried (and liked) a shape that's out of my comfort zone. Have you seen the super cute top version of the Solina pattern? I'm 100% making one this summer!</div>
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For my birthday (I'm 37 today...yikes!!!), I usually like to make a new dress. This year's dress still needs hemming though, so I thought I'd show you another recent make instead!</div>
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Meet my second Tilly and the Buttons <a href="https://shop.tillyandthebuttons.com/products/indigo">Indigo Dress</a>...she's a grizzly little bear. Not really, but the amazing grizzly bear crepe was from <a href="https://www.fabricgodmother.co.uk/">Fabric Godmother</a> ages ago, who always has such a great <a href="https://www.fabricgodmother.co.uk/ex-designer-dressmaking-fabrics/">ex-designer/deadstock collection</a>.</div>
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I made the exact same fit alterations as I did for <a href="http://www.astitchingodyssey.com/2019/10/leopard-indigo-dress.html">my leopard print version</a>, but because crepe is heavier than viscose, this dress has ended up longer which I don't mind. At the time, I wanted a speedy make, so I left out the pockets, went for plain sleeves/waist and made the bold decision not to add waist ties. Loose styles are never the best look on me because of my big bust and admittedly this looks better from the front than it does the side or back. But, I love it nonetheless - it's super cute thanks to the print and as comfy as you'd imagine!</div>
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Now to go find all the forest green fabrics because it's such a delightful colour and I need more of it in my handmade wardrobe...</div>
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Starting the new year by sharing a failure is not ideal, but I’m surprisingly chipper about it thanks to the valuable lessons I’ve learned and the unexpected confidence it’s given me.</div>
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This make came about after Simplicity asked me to take part in their hack-along blogger challenge to raise money for <a href="https://eveappeal.org.uk/">The Eve Appeal</a>, the only UK national charity funding research and raising awareness into the five gynaecological cancers (womb, ovarian, cervical, vulval and vaginal).</div>
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For every hack-along pattern sold in the UK, Simplicity will be donating a portion of the sales to the charity. Keep reading for my ambitious hack and to find out more about how you can win great prizes by entering the competition.<br />
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Egged on by my sewing wife Amy at <a href="http://almondrock.co.uk/">Almond Rock</a>, I decided to hack <a href="https://www.sewdirect.com/8700/">Simplicity 8700</a> into a raincoat. Having never made outerwear before, I really had my work cut out for me, but I'm pretty pleased with how the hacking process went.<br />
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I started with the short version of the jacket and eliminated the shoulder tabs, breast pockets, collar and sleeve cuffs. For a more streamlined look, I got rid of the back yoke by overlapping the two back pattern pieces (yoke and back) at/by the seam allowances and treating them as one pattern piece.<br />
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Next time I would address the super dropped shoulders - which probably look worse on me due to my narrow frame - but overall, this was actually a less challenging hack than I envisioned.<br />
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I'm sad to say that despite the successful elements of this make, it's completely unwearable due to my fabric choice. Don't get me wrong, I love the colour and print so much, but when it arrived in the post from <a href="https://sewmesunshine.co.uk/">Sew Me Sunshine</a>, I knew in my heart of hearts that it was too heavyweight. A softshell waterproof or treated twill would have worked better, but because this was so pretty I was determined to plough on.<br />
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I could have looked past the stiffness and lack of breathability of the fabric - which in my opinion would be better suited to tablecloths, aprons, bibs, etc - had my sewing machine played ball. But it hated this fabric so much. It could just about handle sewing two layers together, but for bulkier areas like the neckline, hood and pockets it skipped stitches and the bobbin thread tension was too loose, resulting in very weak seams. It didn't matter what needle/tension/stitch length/etc I tried, or whether I used my walking foot, the result was always the same.<br />
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Not wanting to waste even more materials/notions/time/sanity, I decided not to finish the jacket. I didn't add the gorgeous bronze snaps I had picked out, the full lining I had sewed up, or the drawstring waist detail I had planned - all of which were provided by the generous people at <a href="https://www.minervacrafts.com/">Minerva Crafts</a>, along with some other notions and tools. Don't worry though, I'll put them to good use soon.<br />
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I was even planning on pressing the lining to the outside before topstitching the sleeves and hem, to create the illusion of piping, just like I did for the pockets. Oh well, next time!<br />
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There will be a next time, you see. Because the one thing I'm taking away from this experience is confidence. I realised that making outerwear isn't as hard as I imagined and that it's actually quite fun. I'm now fully pumped to make a wearable jacket and look forward to the sense of accomplishment I know it will bring.<br />
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I originally bought <a href="https://www.etsy.com/uk/listing/697100106/100-cotton-fabric-lemon-printed-poplin?ga_search_query=lemon&ref=shop_items_search_1&frs=1">this lemon print poplin</a> to make a dress for The New Craft House summer party back in August, which had an Italian Riviera theme. The only problem was, I didn't like it - I wasn't sold on the quality of the cotton or how, erm, yellow the lemons were!</div>
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It's all thanks to a good friend of mine getting married in Italy - Tuscany to be precise. The night before the wedding, the lovely couple hosted a welcome dinner and I wanted to wear something a little 'extra' for the occasion. I figured it was better to do it then, than to distract people with an extravagant outfit on the actual wedding day.</div>
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I dug this fabric back out and was immediately drawn to the Deer and Doe <a href="https://shop.deer-and-doe.fr/en/sewing-patterns/65-myosotis-dress-pattern.html">Myosotis Dress pattern</a>...a match made in heaven. </div>
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I don't normally share location photos as I'm too self-conscious to take them, but a Tuscan backdrop was too hard to resist. This dress got SO many compliments on the night, which helped to resolve any reservations I had about it. It was a slow burner, but I think it's true love.</div>
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Happy Halloween, friends! I made myself a subtle little dress for the occasion, which I can wear all year round, because I don't actually have any trick or treat/party plans. </div>
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My idea started taking shape when What Abi Makes <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/B3FD93SHIwh/">shared this glimpse of the dress</a> she made with what she called 'accidental Halloween fabric'. I tracked down the very same viscose for a bargain from <a href="https://www.higgsandhiggs.com/">Higgs & Higgs</a>, which has the cutest black cat and tiny paw print. </div>
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With a loose Wednesday Addams aesthetic in mind, I decided that the Friday Pattern Company <a href="https://www.fridaypatterncompany.com/patterns/the-wilder-gown-pdf-pattern">Wilder Gown</a> could fulfil my high neck, mini dress vision. I couldn't be happier with the outcome!</div>
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Being a bit of a perfectionist, I decided to anchor my neckline tie so that the gathers and tie ends are always even. I tried the dress on, arranged my gathers how I wanted them and pinned the tie in place at the centre back and front sleeve seams within the channel for the tie. I then stitched along those three points, which are totally hidden by the gathers. I did the same for the sleeves, adding just one row on stitching at the centre front of the channel. </div>
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Size-wise I made a straight medium, but would be tempted to add an inch to the bodice length so it's slightly less of an empire shape. The sleeves could also do with some tweaking in future. The way that they're drafted makes the whole dress lift up when you raise your arms, which I think means I need to raise the armholes a little and maybe add length to the bodice side seams.</div>
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Minor quibbles aside, I love this dress so much! I'm super pleased with how it turned out and look forward to playing around with this pattern some more.</div>
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A roaring success - that's what my Tilly and the Buttons <a href="https://shop.tillyandthebuttons.com/products/indigo">Indigo Dress</a> is. Before I delve into the pattern details, can we take a minute to admire the fabric? </div>
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Any animal print lover will agree that finding the 'right' colour and scale print is the holy grail of sewing. This leopard print viscose from <a href="https://likesewamazing.com/">Like Sew Amazing</a> (currently sold out, but Sarah has a lovely selection of prints) has body, a bit of stretch, barely creases, and is quite literally perfect.</div>
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Right, back to the pattern. Due to the loose fit, I sized down and cut a straight 4, which was a bold move that thankfully paid off. My fit changes were minimal, but made all the difference. </div>
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I added 2cm to the bodice length to accommodate my bust and because I don't really suit an empire waistline. For a 'mini' look, I took 7cm off the skirt length before hemming. To avoid gaping (a common problem for me), I took 2cm wedges out of the front and back necklines. This almost backfired as I can just about squeeze my head through, but there's no gaping sight!</div>
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I couldn't resist the exposed frill seam on the sleeves, which is such a pretty detail. However, I was hesitant to add bulk to the waistline, so settled for a classic gathered seam there instead. Maybe next time I'll be braver.</div>
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Inspired by fellow stitchers, I added waist ties for a little extra shaping, a feature I've incorporated into all three of my Myosotis dresses too. My finished ties measure approximately 75cm long by 1cm wide. To avoid having another viscose dress I'm terrified of hanging up, I used stay tape to stabilise the shoulder seams, which worked a treat.</div>
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I really, really love how this make turned out. A lot of it has to do with the fabric, but I'm also surprised by how much I like the shape too. Just like the Myosotis dress, Indigo has proven to me that going out of your comfort zone can totally pay off.</div>
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As soon as I finished <a href="http://www.astitchingodyssey.com/2019/07/floral-myosotis-dress.html">my first Myosotis Dress</a>, I started a second one in <a href="https://sewmesunshine.co.uk/collections/deadstock-fabrics/products/helena-black-crepe">this sweet gingham crepe</a> from Sew Me Sunshine. What can I say...the Deer and Doe pattern has totally stolen my heart!</div>
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Despite loving how extra my red floral version is, I wanted this one to be slightly more wearable and easier to layer during the colder months. To achieve this, I left the ruffles off the sleeves, meaning I can slip a cardigan/jumper on without any fuss. I also omitted the Mandarin collar for a more open neckline and drafted a facing instead.</div>
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I didn't think it would be possible, but I love this version even more than my first one. It's the perfect mix of fun and wearable - from days in the office to nights out with friends, it's already on heavy rotation in my wardrobe.</div>
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