Sharing information on indie and big-4 patterns including sizing, adjustments, fitting, and overall lovability.
Oooh this bag itched something I didn’t know I needed to scratch. The Slabtown Backpack by Klumhouse isn’t just a bag pattern, it isn’t just a kit, it isn’t just an online course, but rather a full-on, comprehensive, beautifully curated making experience. Read on for my review, but I think you just got the TLDR …
This sweet tulle and lace Jordy Bralette bra came together over a few quiet sessions of hand sewing while staying at home during quarantine. I finally finished the elastic pieces on my sewing machine and now the final bra is such a delicate and special make. It’s honestly one of the prettiest things I’ve ever …
The Hove Jacket by In the Folds was one of my first pattern testing experiences last year. Emily (In the Folds) has been working hard on several patterns since then and it’s Hove’s turn to shine! This is a project that teaches a lot of great finishing techniques like bias bound and Hong Kong seams. …
Bag making! I can’t believe I waited this long to make a proper bag. I’m not counting the simple grocery totes either. One of the first things I ever sewed was a self-drafted tote that has awkwardly long straps and an even longer bag. It’s so bad that it actually makes me look short, yet …
I was going to call this blog post “A Tale of Two Mistys” but it’s too unoriginal and lame and it doesn’t do justice for how pumped I am at how these two Misty Camis turned out so great! The silk floral cami is a gentle hack (cut on the bias with bra straps) of …
Hooray for great tank top patterns! I was a pattern tester for the new Threadbear Frisco Tank Top and this pattern is unique, quick, and fun to sew. A few months back, I was also a pattern tester for Threadbear’s very first pattern, the Taos Top. Read on for my reviews of these patterns, and …
Elastic waist pants are a dream! But…(butt)…you gotta be able to get them on first. These Pietra Pants from the Rome Collection by Closet Case Patterns have such a beautiful design. Most sewists will be able to follow their clear instructions and sew them up easily, slipping them on and calling it a day in …
Are we all starting to lean back into some of these 90’s nostalgia styles? I never really imagined that I would, but here we are. The Shelby Dress is a fun princess seamed button down dress which also has the option to be made as a romper. It’s reminiscent of easy, twirly, 90’s call-me on-party-line …
Many other makers have expressed that making their first swimsuit was much easier than they anticipated! I’m no exception. Not only did I make my first swimsuit, I also did my first real color-blocking! Let me tell you how to color block the lovely Cottesloe Swimsuit by Megan Nielsen Patterns. The Details Pattern is the …
I actually can’t even believe I pulled this one off. I was able to make a tank top for myself and boxers for my husband out of a single yard of fabric. There was nothing but a small handful of scraps to spare, which is a blessing because I wanted to make the most of …