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Pattern: Iris ShortsDesigner: Sonia Estep DesignsFabrics: Stretch Denim from SpotlightMeasurements: Waist: 39″; Hips: 47″Size made: Straight 20Adjustments: Adjusted the front and back rise by 1.5″; added 1/4 inch to crotch curve; added 1″ to the high rise waistbandPros: I am a big fan of pull on jean shorts and these fit the bill perfect. Very easy construction.Cons: As with all pants/shorts patterns […]
Month one done! No rejects this month so I’m off to a good start Week 1: Sewing Space The first week was to clean or make something for your sewing space. My sewing space was a bomb site so I got in there and tidied it up! It’s already messy again, but it stayed clean […]
Pattern: Aloha Burn BlockerDesigner: Peek a Boo Pattern ShopFabrics: Swim Fabric from Sew Unique FabricsMeasurements: Chest: 21; Waist: 20″; Hips: 21″Size made: 1Adjustments: NonePros: LOVE the snap crotch option. Trying to change a nappy on a wet kid, who doesn’t want their nappy change is a challenge, so having the snap crotch makes a massive difference.Cons: I used a zip that was really […]
Pattern: Wylde Dress/TopDesigner: Stitch Upon A TimeFabrics: ‘Summer Fruits’ from Sew Unique Fabrics. Cotton Lycra 220gsmMeasurements: Bust: 42.5″; Waist: 39.5″; Hips: 47.5″Size made: XLAdjustments: Changing the bodice from fully lined to a simple neckbandPros: LOVE where this hits my waist and flairs out hiding my tummyCons: The fully lined version was cumbersome, hence this tutorial on using a neckband instead! Links: The Wrap […]
Pattern: Harper HoodieFabrics: Purple: Cotton Fleece from Sew Unique Fabrics Accent: ‘Artistic Ink’ from Sew Unique Farbics Pink: Jogging Sweater Knit from Wattle Hill FabricsMeasurements: Bust: 42.5″; Waist: 39.5″; Hips: 47.5″Size made: Straight 22. I like my hoodies big and oversizedAdjustments: NonePros: LOVE the colour blocking on this. It is super comfy to wear and […]
Pattern: Caroline Shirt/Tunic – Tunic View (Patreon Exclusive)Designer: Sonia Estep DesignsFabrics: Main Fabric – Slub knit from SpotlightAccent Fabric: Cotton Lycra from Fabric by Missy RoseMeasurements: Bust: 42.5″; Waist: 39.5″; Hips: 47.5″Size made: 18 bust graded to 20 HipsAdjustments: None other than the size gradingPros: Nice relaxed style, good to colour block different fabrics. Inclusive […]
Pattern: Back to Front (BTF) Dress/RomperDesigner: Tadah PatternsFabrics: Cotton Poplin – I think from Spotlight, have had a LONG timeMeasurements: Chest: 46cm; Waist: 47cm; Height: 77cmSize made: 00 chest graded to 0 heightPros: Really simple construction, can be worn both ways.Cons: Size was a little tight on my models, may want to consider sizing up. […]
Last year, 2021, I participated in my first 52 week sewing challenge. From the first week, I LOVED it!! For those that don’t know what it is, let me give you a little run down. The challenge is run through a Facebook group by 2 incredible ladies, Angie and Lisa as well as a bunch […]
Do you hate printing, sticking, tracing, cutting, pinning then cutting again on your PDF patterns only to realise the size doesn’t fit? Or you blinked and your kid is in the next size so you have to trace and cut a new size? “Well, be prepared to have your mind blown” Using a projector in […]
New Pattern Alert!! I was super excited to recently be involved in testing the newest pattern for Peek a Boo Pattern Shop. The Side Snap Body Suit pattern, was released this week as part of their lullaby line range designed for preemies up to 24 Months. I chose to test the short sleeve, 12 months […]