Sharing information on indie and big-4 patterns including sizing, adjustments, fitting, and overall lovability.
We should all sew special pieces that we wear and enjoy only at home. It is a special kind of self-care. This Bacchante Romper by A Thing of Beauty Lingerie was a treat to sew and is elevating my weekend lounge game. See how this pattern works really well for a waist to hip ratio …
This project checks all the boxes for me: scrap-busting, functional, and makes a perfect gift. I get so many compliments when I wear my Fennel Fanny Pack around. The most common compliment: “It’s just the perfect size!” (It’s true). If you’re thinking about making a Fennel fanny pack, now is the perfect time because you …
The Cottesloe Swimsuit pattern can work as a really supportive sports bra, and it’s a nice alternative if you’re vain like me and like to avoid the same old racerback tan lines while doing outdoor activities. I’ll tell you about how I chose my fabric, adapted for a wider elastic band around the bust, and …
See three pairs of Philippa Pants in three different phases of designer Anna Allen‘s pattern test in three different denim fabrics. This was a Goldilocks story, and spoiler: this black pair is juuust right. Check out the evolution of this pattern through my involvement in the designer’s testing process and see these tapered pants in …
My first experience pattern testing was for the Orchid Midi Dress by Chalk and Notch Patterns. I had no idea what to expect from the testing process, but it really made me work on this dress with much more intention. Gabriella of Chalk & Notch did an outstanding job of organizing the testers and the …
The Sapporo Coat by Papercut Patterns is a natural statement coat in just about any fabric. I went for all the marbles with this Italian stripe wool from SR Harris (Minneapolis area outlet). I’ll tell you about how much I love this pattern, and how I worked with these stripes to make what I think …