tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-45764300945063157952024-03-24T22:04:45.604-04:00Handmade FrenzyDIY FashionHeidi Polcynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13522338434244504496noreply@blogger.comBlogger307125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4576430094506315795.post-27220959330234130032021-05-17T10:31:00.001-04:002021-05-17T10:31:09.435-04:00Leopard Print Jersey Tops - Minerva Brand Ambassador<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAmPzhNmij8hzihVCzmpmaNz4E6_OyhucId-Dv9T-u9EdBszkEJTpPVPsJGilq8j_pybuwOCc0qXZkVlPWR-MUb1IonFcTUDuXR5PQRhy5LJ3rsnF7p-eJ5tp5JXFpIGkXFQmczT-oTp3B/s2250/IMG_1989_edited-1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="1500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAmPzhNmij8hzihVCzmpmaNz4E6_OyhucId-Dv9T-u9EdBszkEJTpPVPsJGilq8j_pybuwOCc0qXZkVlPWR-MUb1IonFcTUDuXR5PQRhy5LJ3rsnF7p-eJ5tp5JXFpIGkXFQmczT-oTp3B/s16000/IMG_1989_edited-1.jpg" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizAgS0M2UT6xsgoHz9iF5d7S3erpTKRhMYAjdCA20eMr4eJ9Ev3Yx0EHINu5FyEdm2W7OXT-BsjnUPYyZiNQPt8SDL72RnHgxiaFHJIKkvYBHyQoQJBlfR-vg4UUxssa4kUXOYM7eThqOf/s2250/IMG_1912_edited-1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="1500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizAgS0M2UT6xsgoHz9iF5d7S3erpTKRhMYAjdCA20eMr4eJ9Ev3Yx0EHINu5FyEdm2W7OXT-BsjnUPYyZiNQPt8SDL72RnHgxiaFHJIKkvYBHyQoQJBlfR-vg4UUxssa4kUXOYM7eThqOf/s16000/IMG_1912_edited-1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>Happy Monday friends! <br /><br />I'm kicking off the week with a post over on Minerva all about this fun leopard print jersey that I used to create two #sewrtwstyle tops that I'm over the moon about!<br /><br />Both of these tops are inspired by RTW tops I've been seeing over the past couple of seasons. I'm so excited to add them to my closet!</p><p>I used two patterns from Hey June Handmade to make these tops, the Union St Tee being one that I've made at least a dozen times before and love each and every time I sew another one!</p><p>The sweater was made using the Sitka Sweatshirt as the base. I couldn't just leave well enough alone for my first time sewing the pattern, haha! You can read all about the adjustments I made in my Minerva post. *Linked below</p><p>LINKS:</p><p>Minerva Post: <a href="https://www.minerva.com/posts/1079728" target="_blank">HERE</a></p><p>Fabric:</p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><a href="https://www.minerva.com/mp/1184187/viscose-jersey-knit-fabric-brown" target="_blank">Viscose Jersey Knit Fabric</a></li><li><a href="https://www.fabric.com/buy/0740511/thermal-brushed-waffle-stretch-knit-off-white" target="_blank">Waffle Knit Fabric</a></li></ul><p></p><p>Patterns: <i>{aff links}</i></p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><a href="https://www.heyjunehandmade.com/product/union-st-tee/?affiliates=192" target="_blank">Union St Tee</a></li><li><a href="https://www.heyjunehandmade.com/product/sitka-sweatshirt/?affiliates=192" target="_blank">Sitka Sweatshirt</a></li></ul><p></p><p>RTW Inpso and outfit details:
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And once again, thanks to some lovely fabric that arrived from Minerva, I was motivated to make it happen! 😁</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The pattern is the Chi-Town Chinos by Alina Design Co. All of the details on how it all came together for me, as well as the changes I made to the front of the pant can be found in my Minerva post <a href="https://www.minerva.com/posts/1077173" target="_blank">HERE</a>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I will definitely be making another pair of these pants! I absolutely love how they turned out and they are super comfortable!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>LINKS:</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>Minerva Post: <a href="https://www.minerva.com/posts/1077173" target="_blank">HERE</a></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Pattern:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><a href="https://alinadesignco.com/product/chi-town-chinos-expansion-pack-no-2-bundle/" target="_blank">Chi-Town Chinos</a> - by Alina Design Co</li><ul><li>Hack instructions can be found <a href="https://alinadesignco.com/2019/02/15/chi-town-chinos-high-rise-wide-leg-crop-pant-hack-part-1/" target="_blank">HERE</a> and <a href="https://alinadesignco.com/2019/03/12/chi-town-chinos-high-rise-wide-leg-crop-pant-hack-part-2/" target="_blank">HERE</a>.</li></ul><li><span><br /></span></li><li><span>Shirt:</span></li><ul><li><span><a href="https://www.heyjunehandmade.com/product/key-largo-top/?affiliates=192" target="_blank">Key Largo Top</a> - by Hey June {affiliate link}</span></li></ul></ul></div><br /><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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It is all about the Bowery Top I sewed using a gifted fabric. The fabric is super luxe and feels so fancy as a top! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">It is by Mind The MAKER and is a Stretch Viscose Challis. Not at all what I imagined with Challis in the name and description, but you can read all about that in my Minerva post! (Linked below)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">This was my first time sewing the Bowery Top as well and you can read all about that over there as well.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Have a great day, my friends! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">~ Heidi</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">LINKS:</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span> <a href="https://www.minerva.com/posts/1077079" target="_blank">Minerva Post</a></span><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span> Fabric: <a href="https://www.minerva.com/mp/1232345/mind-the-maker-stretch-viscose-challis-fabric-rose&variant=1232312" target="_blank">Mind The MAKER - Stretch Viscose Challis</a></span></span></div><div class="shopthepost-widget" data-widget-id="4446566"><script type="text/javascript">!function(w,i,d,g,e,t){d.getElementById(i)||(element=d.createElement(t),element.id=i,element.src="https://widgets.rewardstyle.com"+e,d.body.appendChild(element)),w.hasOwnProperty(g)===!0&&"complete"===d.readyState&&w[g].init()}(window,"shopthepost-script",document,"__stp","/js/shopthepost.js","script")</script><div class="rs-adblock"><img onerror="this.parentNode.innerHTML="Disable your ad blocking software to view this content."" src="https://assets.rewardstyle.com/production/d9025262862cbd974ae789dfa57b6fdd159f1694/images/search/350.gif" style="height: 15px; width: 15px;" /><noscript>JavaScript is currently disabled in this browser. 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Heidi Polcynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13522338434244504496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4576430094506315795.post-20836080177956089732021-04-16T20:19:00.001-04:002021-04-16T20:22:06.608-04:00Mave Skirt - New Pattern from True Bias<p> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgV7VPKkiaW8N1Fl7insNWdU0GWdKQTJ8Q7Ka5yKEdarzWFoZL2X9KDJWJJHNck2L1NWM405zwS1qvIAVY8mUseCzxVa6SAD31VVKHJulAW4Mpv4KDe_swz5PqcpaEQOp2Keg1C9PHpzNR4/s1125/IMG_1884_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgV7VPKkiaW8N1Fl7insNWdU0GWdKQTJ8Q7Ka5yKEdarzWFoZL2X9KDJWJJHNck2L1NWM405zwS1qvIAVY8mUseCzxVa6SAD31VVKHJulAW4Mpv4KDe_swz5PqcpaEQOp2Keg1C9PHpzNR4/s16000/IMG_1884_edited-1.jpg" /></a></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I've been a True Bias fan girl since way back when I discovered the Southport Dress. The Southport Dress was one of the very first patterns I sewed for myself, 6 years ago! I've loved so many of Kelli's patterns since the beginning and every time I get news that a new True Bias pattern is releasing, I get so excited!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtr7jnq2lVwi5gej4pQOm6lxIY3EzhpSkncGqdhrDKLWj3T0h3zM2KaYZXT4zbmyz4NRQrntSmB_qLmp4DXapoMFfkFZBeSDoJLOVIhxkqJyU3dwYhekBOE16RygN8FzCL7Hvt85AqtZAe/s1125/IMG_1891_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtr7jnq2lVwi5gej4pQOm6lxIY3EzhpSkncGqdhrDKLWj3T0h3zM2KaYZXT4zbmyz4NRQrntSmB_qLmp4DXapoMFfkFZBeSDoJLOVIhxkqJyU3dwYhekBOE16RygN8FzCL7Hvt85AqtZAe/s16000/IMG_1891_edited-1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Mave Skirt is another absolute winner that is sure to be an absolute staple in my wardrobe! The pattern includes so many options! Included are 3 lengths, with a total combination of 8 skirt options ranging from no tiers to 3 tiers. The pattern is available in two size ranges as well and covers a span of size 0-30.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHrGkBzTdvmOFQR5r6IMPoMU81ePVvmvaWcQHgClbLQ33N5oshXxZGrKJL5I-1uFp5MWUCFXCz7JGoZI2NuBYxCdNt7JzLE6jtHUuNM08P-iNkMYKW8euGidTCI3e82sDTgdEUDp5zY7It/s1125/IMG_1867_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhHrGkBzTdvmOFQR5r6IMPoMU81ePVvmvaWcQHgClbLQ33N5oshXxZGrKJL5I-1uFp5MWUCFXCz7JGoZI2NuBYxCdNt7JzLE6jtHUuNM08P-iNkMYKW8euGidTCI3e82sDTgdEUDp5zY7It/s16000/IMG_1867_edited-1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">My favorite feature of the pattern is the genius cut chart which shows all of the views and a detailed checklist of which pattern pieces to cut for each specific skirt option.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPLHsRVGT-6iO2Jt4SYnPOc4gGy6MKh-yDOVhPvQEuhyphenhyphenasST3s_Pny3whMN838qhJJwXf9OmhpYbZ9wqG2gTdMeKBcpkWOi_oHUkD_FebZrJDvHZvDWMfmEmQIDjetcaH0WGJfuIw72ub8/s1125/IMG_1861_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPLHsRVGT-6iO2Jt4SYnPOc4gGy6MKh-yDOVhPvQEuhyphenhyphenasST3s_Pny3whMN838qhJJwXf9OmhpYbZ9wqG2gTdMeKBcpkWOi_oHUkD_FebZrJDvHZvDWMfmEmQIDjetcaH0WGJfuIw72ub8/s16000/IMG_1861_edited-1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The skirt is a very simple construction, but is elevated by the details! Included are optional side seam pockets, a wide 2-inch elastic waistband, and an optional drawstring in the waistband. You can also choose to sew a lining with the included instructions.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJmnNDc0unePq2IBxBe1XQu45YWqeJt2Lh7VdN87Tn-M_UFGDkVOKM5kOqczPx5ii3LgnvsxuvIKho97lBcgfRgyjg4fAQVygwm5Z0bIeTl9g9IlWwn4ftl3gCuNaJQL7b-9JcRSOJaAxq/s1125/IMG_1856_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJmnNDc0unePq2IBxBe1XQu45YWqeJt2Lh7VdN87Tn-M_UFGDkVOKM5kOqczPx5ii3LgnvsxuvIKho97lBcgfRgyjg4fAQVygwm5Z0bIeTl9g9IlWwn4ftl3gCuNaJQL7b-9JcRSOJaAxq/s16000/IMG_1856_edited-1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The pattern included markings for exact stitching on the waistband. The stitching on the waistband is another favorite feature of mine! I absolutely love, love, love it! That statement really is true for the whole skirt, lol. I love how it all comes together.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwKpWBb-rhn7R3GzsYhmpmPq_2LaQrh-iuyneCEfQEfjPNcfQ7hcanFyZV6QiKccKaoTq2FS-Quc7sQ9fNWeOv-iGB5iKGXmpNteRfjo2WVGpFQukjyXcLqAfsK89YlgMW9iSExt7cPi06/s1125/IMG_1890_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwKpWBb-rhn7R3GzsYhmpmPq_2LaQrh-iuyneCEfQEfjPNcfQ7hcanFyZV6QiKccKaoTq2FS-Quc7sQ9fNWeOv-iGB5iKGXmpNteRfjo2WVGpFQukjyXcLqAfsK89YlgMW9iSExt7cPi06/s16000/IMG_1890_edited-1.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">For my skirt, I chose a rayon challis that has been hanging out in my stash for quite a few years. It was a Joann find that caught my eye on the bolt and I had to have it! I've always really loved it but was never quite sure what to make with it. I'm so happy that this skirt brought it to life, I think it is a really great match! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjo3AiX3RN464ij9bmdvBW2oTiH0ypfgK3QLKvSqymtk5s8hBLT2qHWHYRAPnwxPZ4NxfIKTXzKrMLlWNeOwoe-ZRtuISTolwqkXWTpS0QhA_TB2T79Lo-Q8-vhDDqJPRfcIUC4e3TgcmmM/s1125/IMG_1898_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjo3AiX3RN464ij9bmdvBW2oTiH0ypfgK3QLKvSqymtk5s8hBLT2qHWHYRAPnwxPZ4NxfIKTXzKrMLlWNeOwoe-ZRtuISTolwqkXWTpS0QhA_TB2T79Lo-Q8-vhDDqJPRfcIUC4e3TgcmmM/s16000/IMG_1898_edited-1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I definitely need a few solids in my wardrobe as well. Kelli's samples really have me swooning!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIIAm2AqeWex0pzijHkQn3xK7O7H6GBjRknKIh4XLtdwaw9wBO3TkNiepABPfjkcom5Hx3beNPSjIgSwshNJhgA9Pq4T7OxjaLl8QlR3iZB8XJJ7sCI3F4pISsuAoC8pe_3zqtjmDfjVc5/s1125/IMG_1871_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIIAm2AqeWex0pzijHkQn3xK7O7H6GBjRknKIh4XLtdwaw9wBO3TkNiepABPfjkcom5Hx3beNPSjIgSwshNJhgA9Pq4T7OxjaLl8QlR3iZB8XJJ7sCI3F4pISsuAoC8pe_3zqtjmDfjVc5/s16000/IMG_1871_edited-1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The pattern is on sale for release until April 23rd, use code MAVESKIRT for the discount! 🎉</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>LINKS:</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Skirt Pattern: <a href="https://shop.truebias.com/products?utf8=%E2%9C%93&search=mave&utm_campaign=later-linkinbio-truebias&utm_content=later-16313224&utm_medium=social&utm_source=instagram" target="_blank">Mave Skirt</a> by True Bias</li><li><br /></li></ul><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvFyVuP1tY8fA6sMhvl90dTeVWgbnRTy07Y0_s0SdqXe4zKNuds-CEMJ4-HnHoRZ4ExOD1e-YbSaLYlL7y8gpL7DZLP0iiousUsQbvFiI2NLZLPQfrWOvVeDmHJKqAu139MPg8nl6CxAJv/s1125/IMG_1860_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvFyVuP1tY8fA6sMhvl90dTeVWgbnRTy07Y0_s0SdqXe4zKNuds-CEMJ4-HnHoRZ4ExOD1e-YbSaLYlL7y8gpL7DZLP0iiousUsQbvFiI2NLZLPQfrWOvVeDmHJKqAu139MPg8nl6CxAJv/s16000/IMG_1860_edited-1.jpg" /></a></div></div><p></p>Heidi Polcynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13522338434244504496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4576430094506315795.post-51871638059685318172021-04-08T08:00:00.001-04:002021-04-16T20:25:19.560-04:00Style Maker Fabrics Spring Style Tour 2021<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4rRpwatBX-Hx8B-6dryJSV58Lrl1dzWBkXmhOSHcwCDDM6jmY5kSg7BaF6ssN-ANjrmFj4H5zQfBRygLR-SZmJSiiUIzJxr5zra4G3n6hJp6_h1bZT2j_m5NkVcSYU86Xn_4S-0kZ1odD/s2250/IMG_1558_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="1500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4rRpwatBX-Hx8B-6dryJSV58Lrl1dzWBkXmhOSHcwCDDM6jmY5kSg7BaF6ssN-ANjrmFj4H5zQfBRygLR-SZmJSiiUIzJxr5zra4G3n6hJp6_h1bZT2j_m5NkVcSYU86Xn_4S-0kZ1odD/s16000/IMG_1558_edited-1.jpg" /></a></div><p>Hello friends! I am so, so excited to be here sharing my Style Maker Fabrics Spring Tour garments!<br /><i><span style="background-color: #f4cccc; font-size: x-small;">*Find a list of pattern and fabric links at the bottom of the post* </span></i></p><p><i></i></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVH2L2uHS-G7bUags8QKlqRpm8gw_GCmdBAVJXcsnaIlNMHGhJjp9-f-XUgNy7yxriCQdTXpjhQMZv4Ddk6PcVqYoX7M4TRIGwg_kcgR4bbhRZsPh54wtnQxN9pspggKxsKO5uF5YrUpR_/s2250/IMG_1645_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="1500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVH2L2uHS-G7bUags8QKlqRpm8gw_GCmdBAVJXcsnaIlNMHGhJjp9-f-XUgNy7yxriCQdTXpjhQMZv4Ddk6PcVqYoX7M4TRIGwg_kcgR4bbhRZsPh54wtnQxN9pspggKxsKO5uF5YrUpR_/s16000/IMG_1645_edited-1.jpg" /></a></i></div><p>I get so excited to see all the amazing creations every spring and fall when Michelle holds her Style Tours. It's so much fun to see all of the new fabrics, but even more fun to see them sewn up in all types of different styles! What one person envisions in a particular fabric can be so different from what another person sees. One of my favorite things about this online sewing community is all of the inspiration that is shared.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnWDp6oHT88qAElzDa8oMSAxv6aji4qAi5ZwnBDKmeDVBv9Midq5wBmNe9PMl0D5q1qlfScW71nfenssSbyIkgVjiPG8rp4Z23ioO7LfJsm2TMT01L8n8kgrPl-vT4Gxwk0yER_1PbMCpu/s2250/IMG_1757_edited-2.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="1500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgnWDp6oHT88qAElzDa8oMSAxv6aji4qAi5ZwnBDKmeDVBv9Midq5wBmNe9PMl0D5q1qlfScW71nfenssSbyIkgVjiPG8rp4Z23ioO7LfJsm2TMT01L8n8kgrPl-vT4Gxwk0yER_1PbMCpu/s16000/IMG_1757_edited-2.jpg" /></a></div><p>So hang on, or rather, grab a beverage, and let's dive in! I've got plenty to share! 😀</p><p>It was truly a difficult decision in choosing which fabrics to go with, and I waffled a bit, but pretty quickly settled on a palette that caught my eye. As it often does, my ideas changed and shifted before I finally got to actually cutting out my fabric. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj30tLdHYQ5nmnXxdUXE-Db1NHtMBPWlLbqXtiKtoEqRDGepWR7tIHrmOfV7tOD1PJbYo8-CtGFG8nHjBfoGmgmVN9_UvGuF4EqqAJEbFGmNdZe0M-PUFc54jmuREBVY-WG9bYMY64xh6oK/s4032/20210310_101611.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj30tLdHYQ5nmnXxdUXE-Db1NHtMBPWlLbqXtiKtoEqRDGepWR7tIHrmOfV7tOD1PJbYo8-CtGFG8nHjBfoGmgmVN9_UvGuF4EqqAJEbFGmNdZe0M-PUFc54jmuREBVY-WG9bYMY64xh6oK/s16000/20210310_101611.jpg" /></a></div><p>I chose 3 gorgeous fabrics in different substrates with plans to create a coordinating outfit. My initial plan for the denim didn't change, I stuck with my vision of cut-off jean shorts. I did however waffle between which pattern to use, but I'm SUPER happy with the Dawn Shorts (pattern by Megan Nielsen) that I ended up making!</p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><b style="background-color: #f4cccc;">Dawn Shorts</b></span></p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"></span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiNnJa46KwWo7BpRNS_4ZgTrwYvF6qAPE2BN0lV1q1gDcLouXcJ0fYDoDl_lwtMdxBjHycc-BJqYmjapMnlpPEqxk9Qv3TPVIyvE9MQV3Pej50ZqoLbM-COqChO2PIw8kWZmz3HbFB60vE/s2250/IMG_1557_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="1500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiiNnJa46KwWo7BpRNS_4ZgTrwYvF6qAPE2BN0lV1q1gDcLouXcJ0fYDoDl_lwtMdxBjHycc-BJqYmjapMnlpPEqxk9Qv3TPVIyvE9MQV3Pej50ZqoLbM-COqChO2PIw8kWZmz3HbFB60vE/s16000/IMG_1557_edited-1.jpg" /></a></span></div><p>The size chart had me floating between an 8 to an almost 12, but based on the finished measurements I decided to make a straight size 10. (Measurements are approx W:29.5", H:38(1/2"ish))</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_xf8V8vbCOAf4tkcERHwPFX_w8O3wW9SMlWppvYV2bFn-9e6vfi09tRVcXqanjx8plG8Aj83cGijePSz5pp6EOv7AePqsDXfSSltX8Q-285mNsCFPV1-aQioC3VZTyVo6kZaBsnzJYcn-/s2250/IMG_1601_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="1500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_xf8V8vbCOAf4tkcERHwPFX_w8O3wW9SMlWppvYV2bFn-9e6vfi09tRVcXqanjx8plG8Aj83cGijePSz5pp6EOv7AePqsDXfSSltX8Q-285mNsCFPV1-aQioC3VZTyVo6kZaBsnzJYcn-/s16000/IMG_1601_edited-1.jpg" /></a></div><p>I made a couple of small alterations to the pattern, the first was to shorten the rise around 3/4" from the top. I did this simply by cutting at the size 0 at the waistline. I also sewed the waistband to the pants with a 3/4" seam allowance to shorten just a smidge more. I scooped out the front pockets just a bit, to accommodate lowering from the top. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzqo4AeJJK2TqN6oKG1E9T19eaU5S8FTTwckcR4pzmD5SGZSC6CUMuyCouMzTBNVacjLIr-k_UeSX7iqEwvdq3tCTFgt3WrCLeVnk3KC1z_3RtN0DvyfZg7HUZKIQwa6TESGuHpEbbcn9r/s2250/IMG_1705_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="1500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzqo4AeJJK2TqN6oKG1E9T19eaU5S8FTTwckcR4pzmD5SGZSC6CUMuyCouMzTBNVacjLIr-k_UeSX7iqEwvdq3tCTFgt3WrCLeVnk3KC1z_3RtN0DvyfZg7HUZKIQwa6TESGuHpEbbcn9r/s16000/IMG_1705_edited-1.jpg" /></a></div><p>I have a very short torso, but lowering just a little bit did the trick to hit me at a great spot! Next time I think I will shorten the yoke by about 1/4" as well. And I also have just a bit of extra fabric at the center back seam that I need to scoop out. I'm planning to take out my topstitching on this pair and fix it as it is very obvious when I wear them and walk around in them. I am pretty sure the adjustment I need to fix this is a low butt adjustment, which I will also make to the pattern so the next time I sew it up, it will be a non-issue.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4v13j556rZhDcS4dDPzR-ETQSpa-XY310p5psmGKMeBdrWZERrGmr8qKqV7-hxK51jP_pf7dlVoA9q1zKBdEA1wUQtYHz5ElKWPB2BqyHq8_KQLZ7wfPUkCFV_eh67ujoryJTTm36ySF4/s2250/IMG_1574_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="1500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4v13j556rZhDcS4dDPzR-ETQSpa-XY310p5psmGKMeBdrWZERrGmr8qKqV7-hxK51jP_pf7dlVoA9q1zKBdEA1wUQtYHz5ElKWPB2BqyHq8_KQLZ7wfPUkCFV_eh67ujoryJTTm36ySF4/s16000/IMG_1574_edited-1.jpg" /></a></div><p>The second thing I did was to lengthen and widen the legs slightly. I was going for a vintage cut-off vibe. I lengthened the hem only by 1/2", but left it raw so that it will fray more over time. By leaving it raw, it's currently 1 1/2" longer than the pattern. I also widened the side seams and inseam (slightly) for a more roomy vintage feel.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilTFhFo_LOe1nvxjiaUwmU-Bjtv7FhVi3nY9Q2ddIdVwBQY7LxNAbhas13HGqc0ek9OYCWUxqa6DDtLYUruFCHAfzURmuQkqzqnRhZaXB8_jICoSJD0qihgZit0hoeBktbUuQnnL6Chu5Z/s2250/IMG_1602_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="1500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilTFhFo_LOe1nvxjiaUwmU-Bjtv7FhVi3nY9Q2ddIdVwBQY7LxNAbhas13HGqc0ek9OYCWUxqa6DDtLYUruFCHAfzURmuQkqzqnRhZaXB8_jICoSJD0qihgZit0hoeBktbUuQnnL6Chu5Z/s16000/IMG_1602_edited-1.jpg" /></a></div><p>To get the hem to fray like this, I simply ran the shorts through the washer and dryer before adding the hardware. I will stitch a line 1/2" from the raw edge to prevent any fraying that might exceed that point over time, and I'm sure I'll be giving the hem "haircuts" over time as well. 😊</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhofAxKaeRZjm41CY9on8ezaqjftgObsAXbl9ijHNLTWOvnNdNzYGocg6W_24aL7jvTmGqgOuqLHxl8TfL3ZKZkfZ6xB8DY2Miuh9iC6m1ugcfSU_JDpnRJEDYxLEIdVbqSMgClHdO9o2BJ/s2250/IMG_1743_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="1500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhofAxKaeRZjm41CY9on8ezaqjftgObsAXbl9ijHNLTWOvnNdNzYGocg6W_24aL7jvTmGqgOuqLHxl8TfL3ZKZkfZ6xB8DY2Miuh9iC6m1ugcfSU_JDpnRJEDYxLEIdVbqSMgClHdO9o2BJ/s16000/IMG_1743_edited-1.jpg" /></a></div><p>Did you notice the special little detail I added to the back pocket!? I am working at a gorgeous little sewing shop these days, and I had a little fun playing with embroidery! I think this little detail adds the perfect little touch to this handmade pair of shorts. I'm definitely completely smitten with that tiny little tone-on-tone detail!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgewjmeG4Ouk1EAARjdfTRLWBl5uY4lat8cPn-6qDyNjwb98RSL0qUvODlDTj8IvrakNexnL0IPTjlgaMADyKAJi_SW_Cz0oPoKAv40wd_fdQ2AU9pGYLyrF0SzS7_L8dupwEM3-veIP_1v/s2250/IMG_1591_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="1500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgewjmeG4Ouk1EAARjdfTRLWBl5uY4lat8cPn-6qDyNjwb98RSL0qUvODlDTj8IvrakNexnL0IPTjlgaMADyKAJi_SW_Cz0oPoKAv40wd_fdQ2AU9pGYLyrF0SzS7_L8dupwEM3-veIP_1v/s16000/IMG_1591_edited-1.jpg" /></a></div><p>Michelle was so kind to send me a gorgeous <a href="https://stylemakerfabrics.com/products/katm-jeans-hardware-kit?variant=32924129263651" target="_blank">jeans hardware kit</a> with the denim, but I decided to go a different route and sew the button front, so I used up some hardware that I had in my stash. I'm certainly itching to use up the beautiful set she sent me, and sewing these shorts has lit the fire for sewing ALL. THE. SHORTS. again this year! Step aside elastic waist, I'm coming for the denim stash. Lol.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5iANKS1uuFPsqnt5qfRbcAp2mg-2ze1CNTlW-iVE9Zo8udKRj21dEfX3vdS0mRh3niv7O7CptUpXZoT3RVZ6p1hgqqwH-QIQ4j1fyUEBQorU-uCneD0Iph14HY6nHDd5rs293ZnWLGy0x/s2250/IMG_1579_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="1500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5iANKS1uuFPsqnt5qfRbcAp2mg-2ze1CNTlW-iVE9Zo8udKRj21dEfX3vdS0mRh3niv7O7CptUpXZoT3RVZ6p1hgqqwH-QIQ4j1fyUEBQorU-uCneD0Iph14HY6nHDd5rs293ZnWLGy0x/s16000/IMG_1579_edited-1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><p><b style="background-color: #f4cccc; font-size: large;">Norma Top </b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAP7jjXqMXa5_8iGP9oUXvtEvOgTyXpSubbGeprZoa-XNyhTfZ9LrarxKAr_UAd68EgH4INz0V28hyv_pDkdEvP7L6XIsQEQn7Vy7xHKnRTzHrpvL0_7Vtsf6CuPWxl79_9rJ40p5P8dpI/s2250/IMG_1623_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="1500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAP7jjXqMXa5_8iGP9oUXvtEvOgTyXpSubbGeprZoa-XNyhTfZ9LrarxKAr_UAd68EgH4INz0V28hyv_pDkdEvP7L6XIsQEQn7Vy7xHKnRTzHrpvL0_7Vtsf6CuPWxl79_9rJ40p5P8dpI/s16000/IMG_1623_edited-1.jpg" /></a></div><p>This gorgeous Watercolor Floral Digital Cotton Lawn was an easy choice! I knew immediately that I wanted to make some kind of statement blouse from it. I also settled pretty easily and quickly on the Norma Blouse by Fibre Mood for this fabric. I had been wanting to make this pattern since the minute I first laid eyes on it, and was so excited to finally get the chance!</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQQ9RcLn2Nuj46P3cLE74oT7wTGk0jq1InxpcT6-7jOSm9mFNQrOrn_9lckrkWKu_-JglAdlKKAvexBvZAYJ8VDHkE80I9IO4cTJChaw3sBw0UFP1hNo_TiX_w3BK-y58c0sj9c0GYpQwF/s2250/IMG_1548_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="1500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQQ9RcLn2Nuj46P3cLE74oT7wTGk0jq1InxpcT6-7jOSm9mFNQrOrn_9lckrkWKu_-JglAdlKKAvexBvZAYJ8VDHkE80I9IO4cTJChaw3sBw0UFP1hNo_TiX_w3BK-y58c0sj9c0GYpQwF/s16000/IMG_1548_edited-1.jpg" /></a></div><p>The pattern did not disappoint! I made a straight size 8, and I'm very pleased with the fit! The pattern went together really well, and the finished product is so good. The length is perfect for tucking into high-waisted bottoms and a great length to wear untucked with mid-rise bottoms, too.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgt4HBTahmt7VLmQJVOD8HVSALa_LUtV-cDpbSXAgdij5dVzsSPsUNisHD6ciNiRHQ3I2mufHYkfgwtOCXof634s7NDRC3MqkRYdRhN5qtgJErkOFf1KMG7qfLZpPOeEFxWSmgeDObTGPEf/s2250/IMG_1570_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="1500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgt4HBTahmt7VLmQJVOD8HVSALa_LUtV-cDpbSXAgdij5dVzsSPsUNisHD6ciNiRHQ3I2mufHYkfgwtOCXof634s7NDRC3MqkRYdRhN5qtgJErkOFf1KMG7qfLZpPOeEFxWSmgeDObTGPEf/s16000/IMG_1570_edited-1.jpg" /></a></div><p>I'm absolutely head-over-heels with statement 3/4 length sleeves at the moment, so this was perfect and fell right into that category. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8sy5y6IRbe106gkeTx5GjvsSUE9R64dj3nncMb7Qx1ngQH8Uk9hGFl3ynZoLAy-uvZUS8iyPOzDraOVEmdfM3BDD_wy8lV2ELiuTfhGfHeLh8ZGBCMYZRlVfyHr_nfh5SEd4ivp0mRje7/s2250/IMG_1551_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="1500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8sy5y6IRbe106gkeTx5GjvsSUE9R64dj3nncMb7Qx1ngQH8Uk9hGFl3ynZoLAy-uvZUS8iyPOzDraOVEmdfM3BDD_wy8lV2ELiuTfhGfHeLh8ZGBCMYZRlVfyHr_nfh5SEd4ivp0mRje7/s16000/IMG_1551_edited-1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><p><b style="background-color: #f4cccc; font-size: large;">Sheridan Sweater Hack</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYPVFUENt5XgwmDKgadyRzmUlLcyYR1z9mUTQUhw4WR2rcSuxbjepAWjDs4wetR-A-6E6ZMRda8mHUZ4Bff4__6gJiZwdlA8lZFaMGbBqiIh2IpwwycNg3Hnv4G44YNp0Mz-vWxsEohzex/s2250/IMG_1658_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="1500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYPVFUENt5XgwmDKgadyRzmUlLcyYR1z9mUTQUhw4WR2rcSuxbjepAWjDs4wetR-A-6E6ZMRda8mHUZ4Bff4__6gJiZwdlA8lZFaMGbBqiIh2IpwwycNg3Hnv4G44YNp0Mz-vWxsEohzex/s16000/IMG_1658_edited-1.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>The third fabric I chose was this absolutely delicious Mini Cable Sweater Knit (in Rose). I had initially thought I would make another layer to go with the blouse and shorts combo, but once I went the statement sleeve route, it made it a bit more difficult to come up with a cohesive outfit. So instead, I went a completely different route and chose to make up a couple more pieces that satisfy my love of summer sweater wear!<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjU2vi3AlNttf7YtNkVNijEFc6RC4-p7MAX3v9Xzb1U-7k2kr3AYQa_tWwDiHFqjoiDvgyNjecAN3R2tuecO3DWz6V8MZzbaYP7BgW_xcAZGgi6zsuP4u8iSl64LjMbmy7DAREFWQBMrJM9/s2250/IMG_1703_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="1500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjU2vi3AlNttf7YtNkVNijEFc6RC4-p7MAX3v9Xzb1U-7k2kr3AYQa_tWwDiHFqjoiDvgyNjecAN3R2tuecO3DWz6V8MZzbaYP7BgW_xcAZGgi6zsuP4u8iSl64LjMbmy7DAREFWQBMrJM9/s16000/IMG_1703_edited-1.jpg" /></a></div><p>I made a second version of my Sheridan Sweater (pattern by Hey June Handmade) hack (first shown <a href="http://www.handmade-frenzy.com/2021/02/sheridan-sweater-hack-cropped-boyfriend.html" target="_blank">HERE</a>) with just a couple of tweaks from my first version, to get it pretty darn close to perfect! For this version I used View B (again) for the neckline and simply trimmed it down by around 3/4". Then instead of finishing it with a facing, I folded under 1" and hemmed. I'm so pleased with how it turned out! </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhomgqXNHN2LTyc1kbsBmcxT9ZnoFn2igXD0G_EDesZGh7gYY_boBFle91y7hEicTUiARTyx5v7INv1JqRPT15_zppp3exxXs6ituv7wXdoogh0NTY1ZJiPHokcqWJQ2Xenuzc2Ju167gGI/s2250/IMG_1656_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="1500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhomgqXNHN2LTyc1kbsBmcxT9ZnoFn2igXD0G_EDesZGh7gYY_boBFle91y7hEicTUiARTyx5v7INv1JqRPT15_zppp3exxXs6ituv7wXdoogh0NTY1ZJiPHokcqWJQ2Xenuzc2Ju167gGI/s16000/IMG_1656_edited-1.jpg" /></a></div><p>The second small change from my first version is that I added 1 1/2" to the cropped length included in the pattern and hemmed 5/8" rather than finishing with a hemband like the pattern instructs.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3v6TeMSS51D-v6oJmHVM94uMFfLMGFBc7ESlP5nZC4bdG5iAboer8xbcVF0n1x1jy2mlTlaCkcgAuc3gLtz-ukJcWQ29-t7BPhdT8S5nscpLyFyrLDI8DyITMmPGDZu4FZ3rAFoIDcAZs/s2250/IMG_1697_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="1500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3v6TeMSS51D-v6oJmHVM94uMFfLMGFBc7ESlP5nZC4bdG5iAboer8xbcVF0n1x1jy2mlTlaCkcgAuc3gLtz-ukJcWQ29-t7BPhdT8S5nscpLyFyrLDI8DyITMmPGDZu4FZ3rAFoIDcAZs/s16000/IMG_1697_edited-1.jpg" /></a></div><p>I adore this summer sweater. The elbow sleeves are such a great shape, and makes me feel so good when I wear it!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgekUqUojjEAKBX5BUuxWjBRP-biJiHtTp0cOYVjv6qPh7MaK_QuBJOr3q8VoDhGGUmB_p7aXFlWIBiXQZVemuf1zDYL3g9T4URbVmQaIQ63ngWzGXQzce4V0VXLyV60PMKQtlsBlnE7HkQ/s2250/IMG_1646_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="1500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgekUqUojjEAKBX5BUuxWjBRP-biJiHtTp0cOYVjv6qPh7MaK_QuBJOr3q8VoDhGGUmB_p7aXFlWIBiXQZVemuf1zDYL3g9T4URbVmQaIQ63ngWzGXQzce4V0VXLyV60PMKQtlsBlnE7HkQ/s16000/IMG_1646_edited-1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><p><b style="background-color: #f4cccc; font-size: large;">Pony Tank (Altered)</b></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiE7FcS6WDyt6KXnNShmsfNTiwd7TGobkXY8zuIL4DuhyphenhyphenKS85OqvLt8Nt63TumWDwBQSyWh-8cfrht-jzVqnz-GbWwmH_xyyzsF4Ts787e8rQz7siuDYbcObsNqp_FkBMIHbz29DDZr1r6K/s2250/IMG_1749_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="1500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiE7FcS6WDyt6KXnNShmsfNTiwd7TGobkXY8zuIL4DuhyphenhyphenKS85OqvLt8Nt63TumWDwBQSyWh-8cfrht-jzVqnz-GbWwmH_xyyzsF4Ts787e8rQz7siuDYbcObsNqp_FkBMIHbz29DDZr1r6K/s16000/IMG_1749_edited-1.jpg" /></a></div><p>The final piece in my little summer collection is this sweater tank! I'm in love with sweater tanks. Just as much, or maybe more (shh, don't tell!) than my warm weather sweaters I've been attached to sewing for the past few years. </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPmeN-ohlw7BuFf3flT-0afy10wwMnI2-3L1mfv0MUf3-IcRSgyowQc2Qls1XxmG-uG8msaC9YFQojKhhv3cfb0GRYwctDstdYbvGFgN6lQ-Y-smTE0puxpetcGKj4ckWWty5DJwk1vJ2C/s2250/IMG_1750_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="1500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPmeN-ohlw7BuFf3flT-0afy10wwMnI2-3L1mfv0MUf3-IcRSgyowQc2Qls1XxmG-uG8msaC9YFQojKhhv3cfb0GRYwctDstdYbvGFgN6lQ-Y-smTE0puxpetcGKj4ckWWty5DJwk1vJ2C/s16000/IMG_1750_edited-1.jpg" /></a></div><p>I used the updated Pony Tank pattern by Chalk and Notch for this tank, and it worked so perfectly!!</p><p>I made a few changes to the pattern to get the look I was going for. I cut my usual C+N size (8), and chose the cropped view. Then I slimmed the shoulder straps, straightened out the side seams a bit, and straightened out the hem curve. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyt6OUyganyL_oME_diQieTD63mjYjdKTJsFWy-hJCiWK9KjQv3fS7QsjRPc78jLWRzq9nEjWCtq4ZwX6ZTe0gcI7m2ypb7dAFzwD87AElbEEtE6TM7GUHmOjfBfbGIPuTiwPIjUGP_vsU/s2250/IMG_1743_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="1500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhyt6OUyganyL_oME_diQieTD63mjYjdKTJsFWy-hJCiWK9KjQv3fS7QsjRPc78jLWRzq9nEjWCtq4ZwX6ZTe0gcI7m2ypb7dAFzwD87AElbEEtE6TM7GUHmOjfBfbGIPuTiwPIjUGP_vsU/s16000/IMG_1743_edited-1.jpg" /></a></div><p>To slim the straps, I narrowed the outer shoulder from the shoulder seam down to where the armsyce curves the most and graded back out to my normal size there. The neckline curve stayed the same.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0cjMRdFGp45uvx4Ha15LgHUSiGFAfD1dZSXhQEygEzhuW9Tq7MiNcNQg1hQ00C-zFA_Hxv8PuyaEjzqlN6PKa8XGuYwve799eeS1xMdU38w-rAZkSqL8GX0fseEvfKcS1dPlPILEeohvZ/s2250/IMG_1753_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="1500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0cjMRdFGp45uvx4Ha15LgHUSiGFAfD1dZSXhQEygEzhuW9Tq7MiNcNQg1hQ00C-zFA_Hxv8PuyaEjzqlN6PKa8XGuYwve799eeS1xMdU38w-rAZkSqL8GX0fseEvfKcS1dPlPILEeohvZ/s16000/IMG_1753_edited-1.jpg" /></a></div><p>I wanted a less swingy tank than the Pony Tank is drafted for, but still wanted some breathing room in the bodice. To get the fit I was after, I straightened the side seams from a swingy A-line shape, to a very slight A-line shape. On the size 8, I reduced the pattern piece by about 3" at the bottom of the side seam. I did the same to both the front and back pattern pieces.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1-Pd8N59i_aHzM6xEY34t09IFnVQs5gb_Ls_bTxEnE9NU2Xiv44XolpT-FXXOKL1xoU238rSHW6jHgk_2yhZ9P535qWnbCVtgwdLnZf87hMVPQrqEGd4dN0aLLFlUhj9hrI7KfimOz8Rp/s2250/IMG_1748_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="1500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1-Pd8N59i_aHzM6xEY34t09IFnVQs5gb_Ls_bTxEnE9NU2Xiv44XolpT-FXXOKL1xoU238rSHW6jHgk_2yhZ9P535qWnbCVtgwdLnZf87hMVPQrqEGd4dN0aLLFlUhj9hrI7KfimOz8Rp/s16000/IMG_1748_edited-1.jpg" /></a></div><p>I wanted the tank to be quite cropped, since my torso is really short above my waist and my Dawn shorts come to my belly button, so I straightened out the hem curve for an even more exaggerated crop. I cut the hem straight across at the point where the hem started to curve, and finished with a 5/8" hem.</p><p>To make the 2 sweater tops I sewed just a little bit different from each other, I decided to use the reverse of the fabric for this tank. The texture is absolutely amazing!! Either side can be used as the right side, but if I had to pick a favorite, this one would be it. 😍</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9kDwMb57dYzUTImR2otJ3sUwPxtCga7jTmznUnN-Afep5mchbkR10iOU9afGQZc3Plc0uwuoK__dkXGeIIP0LZkWLu1PqpZcKC6-SryFlOe5TfiQJoFAcjWYwAK6LUEOy0udZEv44amtC/s2250/IMG_1755_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="1500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9kDwMb57dYzUTImR2otJ3sUwPxtCga7jTmznUnN-Afep5mchbkR10iOU9afGQZc3Plc0uwuoK__dkXGeIIP0LZkWLu1PqpZcKC6-SryFlOe5TfiQJoFAcjWYwAK6LUEOy0udZEv44amtC/s16000/IMG_1755_edited-1.jpg" /></a></div><p>I love this Pony Tank so much, I've already ordered another rib knit to make a second!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_C5QiAW8eQB9fF9N0YQOMgECLqApNX61R-F9zh4GTfYYQM9h0yoBxWY6oAQWCUIjxtGxPffWIk_XzLP7teCVJPED0Xfr39gDTXR0si5SFSh2q89PvV92MDbtGVeiICDZG-GlWv-xQj1ct/s2250/IMG_1708_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="1500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_C5QiAW8eQB9fF9N0YQOMgECLqApNX61R-F9zh4GTfYYQM9h0yoBxWY6oAQWCUIjxtGxPffWIk_XzLP7teCVJPED0Xfr39gDTXR0si5SFSh2q89PvV92MDbtGVeiICDZG-GlWv-xQj1ct/s16000/IMG_1708_edited-1.jpg" /></a></div><p>I'm so, so happy with my little spring/summer capsule! I can't believe just how comfortable the rigid denim shorts turned out to be! This will certainly not be my last pair of Dawn shorts! I'm already dreaming up lots more. 😉</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjN5Mrxj253loiR7UOKP2fc4YB5zo99K-M6NQ7FhivzCdfh8VgVQaMs_g5iNn8twFl46S-htsc7qwVijSsVplnwpoTRGPhcnK1sta-zH7QtFm-ZOFBrHlKQZlCKUtK3naQItEHTRDeOFsT3/s2250/IMG_1648_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="1500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjN5Mrxj253loiR7UOKP2fc4YB5zo99K-M6NQ7FhivzCdfh8VgVQaMs_g5iNn8twFl46S-htsc7qwVijSsVplnwpoTRGPhcnK1sta-zH7QtFm-ZOFBrHlKQZlCKUtK3naQItEHTRDeOFsT3/s16000/IMG_1648_edited-1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>LINKS</b></span>:</p><p>Fabrics:</p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><a href="https://stylemakerfabrics.com/products/designer-mid-weight-denim-light-blue-12-oz?_pos=1&_sid=dee21f388&_ss=r" target="_blank">Washed Denim (non-stretch): 15711</a></li><li><a href="https://stylemakerfabrics.com/products/watercolor-floral-digital-print-cotton-lawn-pink?_pos=1&_sid=04bfd2fa7&_ss=r" target="_blank">Watercolor Floral Digital Cotton Lawn: 15868</a></li><li><a href="https://stylemakerfabrics.com/products/soft-mini-cable-rib-sweater-knit-rose?_pos=1&_sid=73749ee27&_ss=r" target="_blank">Mini Cable Sweater Knit - Rose: 15857</a></li></ul><p></p><p style="text-align: left;">Patterns:</p><p style="text-align: left;"></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><a href="https://stylemakerfabrics.com/products/megan-nielsen-patterns-dawn-jeans" target="_blank">Dawn Shorts (and Jeans): Megan Nielsen Patterns</a></li><li><a href="https://shop.fibremood.com/en/product/199-norma-blouse-pdf-pattern" target="_blank">Norma Top: Fibre Mood</a></li><li><a href="https://www.heyjunehandmade.com/product/sheridan-sweater/?affiliates=192" target="_blank">Sheridan Sweater: Hey June Handmade</a> <i>{affiliate link}</i></li><li><a href="https://www.chalkandnotch.com/shop/pony-tank/" target="_blank">Pony Tank: Chalk and Notch</a></li></ul><div>Necklace:</div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><a href="https://6thboroughboutique.com/" target="_blank">6th Borough Boutique </a>(code "Heidi" for 15% off + a free necklace)</li></ul><div>My new workplace!:</div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span><a href="https://www.sewsuitestudio.com/" target="_blank">Sew Suite Studio</a> (I am helping to manage the social media there, so feel free to give us a follow to see more of what I'm up to! 😉)</span></li></ul></div><div><br /></div></div><div>Thanks so much for stopping by and checking out my makes! 💕</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbt3xmf29lZUW7emA2dK-YSHh5DlRzSF_73zmnzst4quj_CpWmqjWCEDGpxAejbNHvbvp_tnPYOsNaF4iGEH3oj2x2IpVwbvX7bj5CwdY5ruA_Di-mIWsO9jIKeLAOMV0qe8TFSj3T2rGQ/s2250/IMG_1612_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="1500" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbt3xmf29lZUW7emA2dK-YSHh5DlRzSF_73zmnzst4quj_CpWmqjWCEDGpxAejbNHvbvp_tnPYOsNaF4iGEH3oj2x2IpVwbvX7bj5CwdY5ruA_Di-mIWsO9jIKeLAOMV0qe8TFSj3T2rGQ/s320/IMG_1612_edited-1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><p></p><p></p>Heidi Polcynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13522338434244504496noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4576430094506315795.post-24238148571945073012021-03-24T15:44:00.006-04:002021-03-24T15:55:05.718-04:00New Wren Top Pattern! - Pattern Testing<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYtkfZX6NIe4FdCsu_78qFM6WMeiTlEbjcpggL5fBjYW2H7269ZDc21mEGupa3vsx_FR53eRI6qvU_LLdq2yx184ELeHZfX0_atmDohZCV4_McWS9GXBSnyhlIFx9a4OL61zYG99bj5jXa/s2250/IMG_1378_edited-1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2250" data-original-width="1500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYtkfZX6NIe4FdCsu_78qFM6WMeiTlEbjcpggL5fBjYW2H7269ZDc21mEGupa3vsx_FR53eRI6qvU_LLdq2yx184ELeHZfX0_atmDohZCV4_McWS9GXBSnyhlIFx9a4OL61zYG99bj5jXa/s16000/IMG_1378_edited-1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>Hi friends! <br /><br />I'm so excited to be sharing my Wren Blouse with you today! I had the privilege of being on the testing team, and I'm so thrilled with my blouse!<br /><br />You can read all about the fabric and sizing details <a href="https://www.minerva.com/posts/1072145" target="_blank">HERE</a> on my Minerva post.</p><p>The Wren Blouse and Dress pattern is available on the Chalk and Notch website at a discount through next Wednesday 3/31, no discount code needed!</p><p>Also included in the release is a MINI VERSION!! You all know how fun I think it is to have Mommy-and-me looks, and this pattern is an ADORABLE option to have! Both patterns are available at the discounted price and there is even a bundle option! I've linked to all of those below.</p><p>Like I've mentioned before, I'm following a new layout for my posts that are "news alerts" for content that I've published other than here or on my Instagram. I will have all the important details for you here at the top, followed by links to everything that you may want to access, then at the bottom, I will have the photos available for you to scroll through. 💕</p><p>Thank you so much for being here even though things shift a bit now and then, I appreciate you all so much!!</p><p><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>LINKS:</b></span></p><p></p><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>Pattern:</b></span></li><ul><li><a href="https://www.chalkandnotch.com/shop/wren/" target="_blank">Wren Blouse and Dress</a></li><li><a href="https://www.chalkandnotch.com/shop/mini-wren/" target="_blank">Mini Wren Blouse and Dress</a></li><li><a href="https://www.chalkandnotch.com/shop/wren-bundle/" target="_blank">Bundle Option</a></li></ul></ul><div><br /></div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><b><span style="font-size: medium;">Fabric:</span></b></li><ul><li><a href="https://www.minerva.com/posts/1072145" target="_blank">Minerva Post</a> (with all fabric info)</li></ul></ul><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Hi friends! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Today I am over on Minerva, sharing all about making this gorgeous top using Liberty London Tana Cotton Lawn from their (HUGE) collection of Liberty fabrics and prints!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">See below for all of the links, and more photos! 😘</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b style="font-size: large;">Minerva Post: </b><a href="https://www.minerva.com/posts/1068558" target="_blank">Click here</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>Fabric:</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><a href="https://www.minerva.com/mp/1242649/liberty-london-tana-cotton-lawn-fabric-olive&variant=1242619" target="_blank">Liberty London Cotton Tana Lawn Olive</a></li></ul></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>Pattern:</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><a href="https://peppermintmag.com/sewing-school/ruffle-sleeve-top/" target="_blank"><b>Ruffle Sleeve Top</b></a> - Peppermint Magazine (by In The Folds) (FREE Pattern!)</li></ul></div><br /><div><span style="font-size: x-small;"><i>As a Minerva Brand Ambassador, the fabric was gifted to me in exchange for a post.</i></span></div><div><span style="font-size: x-small;"><i><br /></i></span></div><div><span style="font-size: x-small;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8CisQw1mM7un6DvhfwXudpV4BWuHYIjAJZKgBDoccTNiCX8B6zOy-I2NHczN093rBsK4VVBDzNwN8oi6HeityXredhF-QBSfiaAwuJLSW7sl0DF9MQhvXSQgErd9xl4ggj0weJJpj8sgW/s2320/IMG_1167_edited-1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2320" data-original-width="1500" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8CisQw1mM7un6DvhfwXudpV4BWuHYIjAJZKgBDoccTNiCX8B6zOy-I2NHczN093rBsK4VVBDzNwN8oi6HeityXredhF-QBSfiaAwuJLSW7sl0DF9MQhvXSQgErd9xl4ggj0weJJpj8sgW/s16000/IMG_1167_edited-1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Hi friends!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br />Today I'm so happy to be sharing this Ivory Plisse skirt that I made, using fabric from Minerva.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">You can read all about the design sewing process in my post there! (Scroll down for link)</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">I lined the skirt using a lightweight ITY knit from LA Finch Fabrics.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">The top is a Tabor V-neck.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Shoes are from Target.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">All links can be found below, as well as many more photos! Thanks for stopping by my friends! 💕</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>Posts:</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Minerva (Skirt info)<b> <a href="https://www.minerva.com/posts/1067411" target="_blank">HERE</a></b></li></ul></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>Fabrics & Elastic:</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><a href="https://www.minerva.com/mp/1014896/laval-pleated-plisse-fabric-ivory&variant=1014539" target="_blank">Ivory Plisse</a> - <a href="https://www.minerva.com/" target="_blank">Minerva</a></li><li>Rib Knit used for Tabor V-Neck (Joann - sold out)</li><li><a href="https://www.joann.com/dritz-1-3%2F4in-metallic-waistband-elastic-2-ya/13059928.html" target="_blank">Gold elastic</a> - Joann </li><li>ITY Knit for lining - <a href="https://www.lafinchfabrics.com/" target="_blank">LA Finch</a> (currently sold out)</li></ul></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>Patterns Used:</b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><a href="https://www.made-by-rae.com/cleo/" target="_blank">Cleo Skirt</a> (used for length reference and pockets) - Made By Rae<br /></li><li><a href="https://sewhouse7.com/products/the-tabor-v-neck" target="_blank">Tabor V-Neck</a> - Sew House Seven</li></ul></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-size: medium;"><b><br /></b></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span><span style="font-size: medium; font-weight: bold;">Outfit Details: <br /></span><span style="font-size: xx-small;">(If you use the links in the widget below, I may receive a small commission that goes to support this blog. 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I truly appreciate it. It helps me so much when you all tell me what you like and even what is a "not so much".</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">I am posting around on different sites and spots a lot more recently, so I thought I would try a new layout to let you know about these posts and where to find them. As well as a place to catalog the photos that accompany the project(s).</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Going forward, I will leave the photos in a stream format, but will place the links and pertinent info here at the top for easy access!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Today, I am sharing about this really pretty, double sided sweater knit at Minerva! I have two posts that go along with it, I will link to those both below.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The first project I made was a cardigan and that post lives on the Love Notions Blog.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">The second is this fun Sheridan Sweater hack that I have been dying to share with you all, and it's finally time!! This post is what I am linking to on Minerva and includes allll of the details on how I made it!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;">Thank you all so much for stopping by! I am so grateful for each one of you!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><i style="background-color: white; color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "open sans", sans-serif; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">This post contains *disclosed* affiliate links. All opinions expressed are honest and my own. If you make a purchase using the links, I make a small commission which helps support this blog. So, thank you!!</span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Read about the Sheridan Sweater hack on Minerva: <a href="https://www.minerva.com/posts/1066895" target="_blank">HERE</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Read about the cardigan hack on Love Notions: <a href="https://www.lovenotions.com/a-cardigan-for-summer" target="_blank">HERE</a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><b><span style="font-size: medium;">Fabric: </span></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-weight: normal;"><a href="https://www.minerva.com/mp/1197033/slub-sweater-knit-fabric&variant=1163523" target="_blank">Dusty Rose Sweater Knit Fabric</a></span></li></ul></div><div><span style="font-weight: normal;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><span style="font-size: medium;">Patterns Used:</span></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-weight: normal;"><a href="https://www.lovenotions.com/product/boyfriend-cardigan-for-ladies/?affiliates=441" target="_blank">Boyfriend Cardigan</a>: <a href="https://www.lovenotions.com/?affiliates=441" target="_blank">Love Notions</a> {aff link}</span></li><li><span style="font-weight: normal;"><a href="https://www.heyjunehandmade.com/product/sheridan-sweater/?affiliates=192" target="_blank">Sheridan Sweater</a>: <a href="https://www.heyjunehandmade.com/?affiliates=192" target="_blank">Hey June Patterns</a> </span>{aff link}</li></ul></div><div style="text-align: left;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: left;"><b><span style="font-size: medium;">Outfit Details:</span></b></div><div style="text-align: left;"><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="font-weight: normal;">Cardigan Outfit</span></li><ul><li><span style="font-weight: normal;"><a href="https://www.lovenotions.com/product/boyfriend-cardigan-for-ladies/?affiliates=441" target="_blank">Boyfriend Cardigan</a> </span>{aff link}</li><li><span style="font-weight: normal;"><a href="https://www.stylearc.com/shop/pdf-sewing-patterns/portia-woven-top-multi-size-pdf/" target="_blank">Portia Woven Top</a></span></li><li><span style="font-weight: normal;">Madewell Shorts (no link available)</span></li></ul></ul><div><br /></div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Sheridan Sweater Outfit</li><ul><li><a href="https://www.heyjunehandmade.com/product/sheridan-sweater/?affiliates=192" target="_blank">Sheridan Sweater</a> {aff link}</li><li><a href="https://www.heyjunehandmade.com/product/seaforth-pants/?affiliates=192" target="_blank">Seaforth Pants</a> {aff link}</li><li>Sandals (from Target, no link available)</li></ul></ul><div><br /></div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Glasses: <a href="https://www.warbyparker.com/?bidkw=warby%20parker&dvc=c&network=g&mobile=&searchntwk=1&content=&creative=354061171147&adposition=&placement=&target=&keyword=warby%20parker&matchtype=e&mkwid=s&pmt=e&pdv=c&product_category=&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_term=warby%20parker&utm_campaign=newengen_-_Brand_l_DE1_fad6&cvo_campaign=newengen_-_Brand_l_DE1_fad6&cvo_adgroup=62725484338&utm_term=62725484338-aud-993218384795:kwd-21647972016&utm_content=354061171147&singular=124__g__1617319897__62725484338__354061171147&gclid=Cj0KCQiAgomBBhDXARIsAFNyUqMn6MP30actzw2WI4qL-5GJHcMI5qPXw27wQNVprbE7eE-8cp3X7OAaAgOfEALw_wcB" target="_blank">Warby Parker</a> (Style: Upton (no longer available))</li></ul><div><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQto9mW5VBAsWEiH7R7XiK-c8GE94WGar2bk4g3Xz4Q8jPTB5KWcap0K3nDArOL-ubn3VNv1zfs_prnwYe1myCIZa0zxOEtRKJZKwgFb-00sYunkpnlj2GAvWT_F_iIe8MuOtKv1Tv984u/s2250/IMG_8994_edited-1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; 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I thought I would try a new layout with this type of post. Let me know what you think in the comments! All the photos for you to view are above, and all the links to the info are below! Thanks for stopping by. 💕<br /><div><br /></div><div>You can read all about these fun stripey tees on my Minerva profile! Including all the sewing details, pattern thoughts, etc.<br /><br />Read my Minerva post: <a href="https://www.minerva.com/posts/1065786" target="_blank">HERE</a><br /><br />Fabric: <a href="https://www.minervacrafts.com/shop/fabric/dress-fabrics/q11065-069-viscose-jersey-knit-fabric-black-cream-per-metre" target="_blank">Viscose Jersey Knit Black & Cream</a><div><br /></div><div>Patterns: </div><div><a href="https://www.sewinglife.com/sl3-sales" target="_blank">Sewing Life Magazine - Issue 3</a> (Oversize V-Neck Tee)</div><div><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/708876016/the-astair-tee-pdf-pattern?ref=shop_home_active_2&crt=1" target="_blank">The Astair Tee</a> (<a href="https://frenchnavy.co.za/" target="_blank">French Navy Patterns</a>)</div><div><a href="https://www.heyjunehandmade.com/product/morrison-tee/?affiliates=192" target="_blank">Morrison Tee</a> (<a href="https://www.heyjunehandmade.com/?affiliates=192" target="_blank">Hey June Patterns</a>) {aff link}<br /><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><i style="background-color: white; color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "open sans", sans-serif; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">This post contains *disclosed* affiliate links. All opinions expressed are honest and my own. If you make a purchase using the links, I make a small commission which helps support this blog. So, thank you!!</span></i></div><div style="text-align: justify;"><br /></div></div><div><br /></div></div>Heidi Polcynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13522338434244504496noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4576430094506315795.post-85310027179239578652020-07-31T10:15:00.005-04:002021-02-26T12:13:29.026-05:00Paperbag Waist Allegro Skirt Hack // Sewing For Women<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Paperbag Waist Allegro Skirt Hack // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgs6LtzF-fiuU3p21oAKDzKjVPLxKVmS00C6A82DdIs3_25S39TuL58hAEqyg4aPuTEE_rz_agJUA7oNT38GeX-Rvfso7Jx4TU0LPvN_Qwx7veotID88bjm_2d2gAf9mDC_8vUGM0gh0M71/s16000/IMG_8515_edited-1.jpg" title="Paperbag Waist Allegro Skirt Hack // Sewing For Women" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i style="background-color: white; color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "open sans", sans-serif; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">This post contains *disclosed* affiliate links. All opinions expressed are honest and my own. If you make a purchase using the links, I make a small commission which helps support this blog. So, thank you!!</span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Hello, friends!! Happy Friday, again!! I have a super fun little tutorial for you today on how to hack the <a href="https://www.lovenotions.com/product/allegro?affiliates=441" target="_blank">Allegro Skirt pattern</a> {aff link} by Love Notions into this super cute paper-bag waist mini skirt! **Scroll to the bottom for some amazing sale news!!**</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Paperbag Waist Allegro Skirt Hack // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkjXfAHMJWUgsMv8tr2neJ6v9sNV_inbOktREW0rph36ff8zc2mdgwgEQztFJwW5npI_QDpkyWrAL1vWeaq3Fjw-jWbExEHW9rPd4qwqFeFHszfvdiLWfiYvRl5iBQM0b4JpLxsxEhpyCC/s16000/IMG_8530_edited-1.jpg" title="Paperbag Waist Allegro Skirt Hack // Sewing For Women" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">For the skirt, I used a straight size 8 (my W:29.5, H:38), and only made a couple of small, very simple adjustments to get a very different look!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The first thing was to straighten out the side seam from the pocket down to the hem.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Paperbag Waist Allegro Skirt Hack // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjN4Qkr0iqkaguHsUEttrFeAG8JbYCFeoRAGWNVMULudBDYavHzuZk1T-ndiq9rIv26haygHRHEwIgQcrcxioemyBqdC8WIg0DTPDnw5EipJxKyt7OMxlbELmNIwN48vN_Gbmnq_qvcBcgw/d/20200521_135353.jpg" title="Paperbag Waist Allegro Skirt Hack // Sewing For Women" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Next, you will want to do the same thing to the pocket so that it still lays nice and flat inside the skirt.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Paperbag Waist Allegro Skirt Hack // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQJZjzzyKCYGOArIXZxeQnz__cBxnyR2Lzymi93anasvAjoYRPg9BTb9t3O0ihyNhEhFf48wxHuwUjkCNW9lyW9HuhVMpwlqEFdj4BExV3BnUMVIivquVG8_XMLyIQGmc0UTVSRe4TFsdu/d/20200521_135437.jpg" title="Paperbag Waist Allegro Skirt Hack // Sewing For Women" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I shortened the skirt by cutting straight across at the lengthen/shorten line. Now, cut all of the pieces out, including the waistband; making no changes to the waistband. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">At this point, I assembled the skirt as usual. When I came to the waistband, I attached it as per usual, and then sewed a channel for 1 1/2" elastic, rather than 2" like the pattern calls for. This super simple change gave me the paper-bag waist look I was after!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Paperbag Waist Allegro Skirt Hack // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg64C4nEStPub02mBcMTX-IpW8g_E9T056YVPc-AcBua5gACp_9D6DOhm9DUOo5qMd7qMetpjuqTdBpZTCpOs0PEGuKjXqKKEbM0miRptW4oe975YuxD6GFNO6wdg6VxtJDYHGQwV3LzxE7/d/IMG_8551_edited-1.jpg" title="Paperbag Waist Allegro Skirt Hack // Sewing For Women" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">After I had the waistband attached and the elastic inserted, I tried the skirt on. The hem still flared out a bit more than I wanted, so I curved in the side seam a bit to create more of a pencil skirt shape. The ruler below reflects the type of curve I sewed to get the end result. I'm in looove!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Paperbag Waist Allegro Skirt Hack // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1000" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMGocKUtmxWqxrrIh6AqWv4oX01YPnVNGxLAWnA5dHMpZIrOZri7hTuejUWXQ6Zf1223dNvvrRpAPSpB2VPsyccQnJ_4PZ2n743gNC6xOVkjkypsi_AMvYtOscPL0ocZkBxPl5He2pgVVv/d/20200521_133956.jpg" title="Paperbag Waist Allegro Skirt Hack // Sewing For Women" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">After trying it on, I also determined the hem length I wanted and hemmed accordingly. This is highly individual and will be different for everyone. For mine, I did a fairly deep hem and hemmed another two inches from the length I had originally cut.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Paperbag Waist Allegro Skirt Hack // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCg3l-6X0JyNPZvvom6dicB7MwhZA5mWsfFW2cQfwslq4VRNlp9aJBh33mrYCHJdyBmz5ryn_ScCGl1FNzhW2fW-_u8s0OjrisEIdcGxxoagtDi0PTVt_wpZXWaaI9iHPhFz-aRTZojBcv/d/IMG_8518_edited-1.jpg" title="Paperbag Waist Allegro Skirt Hack // Sewing For Women" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I used the tencel denim from Joann for this skirt. Tencel denim was the perfect choice!! It drapes beautifully and wears so nicely as well. I also used traditional jean top-stitching thread for a classic denim look. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">At the hem, I sewed two straight lines, 1/4" apart for a more casual look as well.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Paperbag Waist Allegro Skirt Hack // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrhLd6UyLhpO2uBwpDc7x4We7-wJy5jWgZS6oS68amlZcpBh0wTlMs4jbRvLxqMPT-s_ZOA9d2yigFCiYjOkD0QOWe92ijgv3BlCbI1pnOWVQCM40Fzhie9Ha5jo5sGqQApBj7FBBKFhW1/d/IMG_8521_edited-1.jpg" title="Paperbag Waist Allegro Skirt Hack // Sewing For Women" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I was 100% inspired to make this skirt by a skirt I tried on about 2 years ago at Target! I'm so glad I didn't purchase it back then and finally made it myself! I did buy the tank top though. 😉</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Paperbag Waist Allegro Skirt Hack // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="750" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQxMEJgZ7Gz2fk7vpZA0gGjtRM5G7vAXUrkjvCsWqtGHPKHRFdLaBp3ob5ZvtaaM8gEGpDi-2m6mdjqqdOm4YGkxoCTLFpebWI2qnMT6J8kGd95C6kVnQnuo9eD_rI3g3pU_tB0UTCiU5y/d/IMG_20200529_165339.jpg" title="Paperbag Waist Allegro Skirt Hack // Sewing For Women" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The Allegro Skirt was the PERFECT base to work from. I couldn't be happier with how it turned out!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Paperbag Waist Allegro Skirt Hack // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgD-sHFs4K4JAODiIUiu5YU05npiPYjCtaQNQhYCvTcRyJEhIUhd7hHONQch3CUXvULtcuswlcfy6uCXIu1iu7aB-jXpMn3VCCA6TaiE797h6fam7fLoa3y1GoLgWCnFCgVKlp3243PlQpT/d/IMG_8548_edited-1.jpg" title="Paperbag Waist Allegro Skirt Hack // Sewing For Women" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Let me know if you try this hack or something similar, I'd love to see it! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Paperbag Waist Allegro Skirt Hack // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkiHwPAtFBIUxHPNsRK0kGNas065ncEq8rXWpND17DYaAYaT3dtTyVqOeBTJeqIXBm7xeFHp3n6IPu9kPrSP2f0H_2T0fIDKGe3REQ7Q-nQmgnocVMy69uffN949nXArI4sckbdP3MMNmJ/d/IMG_8519_edited-1.jpg" title="Paperbag Waist Allegro Skirt Hack // Sewing For Women" /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Paperbag Waist Allegro Skirt Hack // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiipwOplSHKk-h-n2vIDzisafkgTglb9hEUoaST0jzB0QGdlWPDvq2_t1Lgf18LPmrzboGpenIoPa0C5g2EUZK-NVhHi5dxUnjGHjVFCWzmn_LLpAyRAXFda-2fYBdVij-Dl27Chh3VJL1x/d/IMG_8525_edited-1.jpg" title="Paperbag Waist Allegro Skirt Hack // Sewing For Women" /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Paperbag Waist Allegro Skirt Hack // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkjXfAHMJWUgsMv8tr2neJ6v9sNV_inbOktREW0rph36ff8zc2mdgwgEQztFJwW5npI_QDpkyWrAL1vWeaq3Fjw-jWbExEHW9rPd4qwqFeFHszfvdiLWfiYvRl5iBQM0b4JpLxsxEhpyCC/d/IMG_8530_edited-1.jpg" title="Paperbag Waist Allegro Skirt Hack // Sewing For Women" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Happy Sewing!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">**In celebration of Love Notions moving into a new space, they are running a FLASH SALE where ALL patterns (excluding LBD) are FIFTY PERCENT off!! (No code needed) That is an amazing deal, y'all! And likely one that won't be repeated! So if you have had your eye on any patterns, now is the time to grab them! I've linked to the Allegro Pattern as well as the entire pattern catalog below. Happy Shopping!**<br /><br /><font size="5"><b>LINKS:</b></font></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><font size="5"><b> </b></font></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Skirt: <a href="https://www.lovenotions.com/product/allegro?affiliates=441" target="_blank">Allegro Pattern</a> - <a href="https://www.lovenotions.com/shop" target="_blank">Love Notions</a> {affiliate link}</li><li>Fabric: Tencel Denim - Joann (similar linked <a href="https://www.joann.com/search?q=lyocell+denim" target="_blank">HERE</a>)</li></ul></div>Heidi Polcynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13522338434244504496noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4576430094506315795.post-40239818185328942212020-07-24T07:06:00.014-04:002021-02-26T12:14:49.926-05:00La Bella Donna Tunic // Sewing For Women<br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="La Bella Donna Tunic // Love Notions Pattern // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4lfKgYfWVB3of-7tyBh3NSg1Sip9IxVPSLVsNMJ9qQZhRDVg5W62RvS7dziZ3y4wA0mxE33AThSpuuZl-1ClSEvPkuIPnc1TDFj27jvbSD9AUW4D4gQPivg9YQQYC84JVytkepsAnAWFB/s16000/IMG_9268_edited-1.jpg" title="La Bella Donna Tunic // Love Notions Pattern // Sewing For Women" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i style="background-color: white; color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "open sans", sans-serif; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">This post contains *disclosed* affiliate links. All opinions expressed are honest and my own. If you make a purchase using the links, I make a small commission which helps support this blog. So, thank you!!</span></i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Happy Friday!! We've made it to the end of another week... One more down in 2020, woot!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">So to celebrate, how about a Feature Friday pattern!? Over at Love Notions, the <a href="https://www.lovenotions.com/product/ladies-la-bella-donna-top-tunic?affiliates=441" target="_blank">La Bella Donna</a> pattern {aff link} for women (Oh, and the <a href="https://www.lovenotions.com/product/girls-la-bella-top-tunic-2t-16?affiliates=441" target="_blank">Girl's La Bella Donna</a> {aff link}, too!) is on sale for just $5 for today only!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="La Bella Donna Tunic // Love Notions Pattern // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEl08qdQSg9EsMX49UhLpQ0PEb877-efIwOtnj9Ekw5Y_PMZJnAJUc773rR_mVvT79bJg78173QylGK35Ob2X2qv3QDjNHhblPzD7w5hJkRApdLWxD0W4F9n8zkkQNCJeKr6GaeWRVVq_K/s16000/IMG_9358_edited-1.jpg" title="La Bella Donna Tunic // Love Notions Pattern // Sewing For Women" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">The women's pattern has been newly updated with the extended women's sizing block, and includes so many options, as shown below. In celebration of the re-release, the pattern will continue to be on sale for $9 after today, through Thursday, the 30th.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="742" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiz8XCfcyxUVKTwzyfG-U_kVoujwgrU3kvnv-WFwWz3Wgh6egA_FgoKLEs13JYdvqM4Db1x3rv0cMhwD28UUdX5JHJ4MasrEu5m_nncxYOCoSglsaVwC2oeP7ZWu8RDZlRQ4fqHp-wqmKa9/d/110110097_10218074410120921_3147627780676762180_n.jpg" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I helped test the new version of this pattern and made the tunic length. In truth, this is the first short sleeve tunic I have ever sewn, or worn. It's not a style I gravitate towards, but I'm so glad I tried it, because I completely love it!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="La Bella Donna Tunic // Love Notions Pattern // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCU7RfzpjJxpUDxJCnqySFlx8O63ZItTbfgQPGy9ThJTPfze0K4e5TXhZggOfkmU0oQHvq-QTETW_t6otM7YlRc3xD6nfvFvJ17_QbydxgzBu6ClGnMNQ76liWM4yKry5LWGFA5x92CMjC/s16000/IMG_9325_edited-1.jpg" title="La Bella Donna Tunic // Love Notions Pattern // Sewing For Women" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I tend to stick to mostly shorts, tanks, and tees in the summer, maybe some flowy tops and a dress here or there; but tunics isn't something I've ever tried before. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="La Bella Donna Tunic // Love Notions Pattern // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgW7zCetsKuBmMUue78upeJNnfYvC4bg1_gLL-yWy_GO-JkhZ0w4SQ7BeIaTuJE-0j3auh4BmMyXRK6lDUlaUJBRjrkVxabFRSuhw9Y9DgPONSvEP30uDp04SOAnHggBgiIHgLCvRagms3K/s16000/IMG_9355_edited-1.jpg" title="La Bella Donna Tunic // Love Notions Pattern // Sewing For Women" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">But the La Bella Donna in tunic length and short dolman sleeves is so perfect for pairing with some lightweight leggings!!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="La Bella Donna Tunic // Love Notions Pattern // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCc0C8C-n9RxYBg7uOvt9nGE8CoXXc8A0xbMhN-ikZDeRlsi44x35Ukjlis664EuegktrdJPr07od4c9dCwt307i0RwEqE5NWL-A_upfTrplwW6bRJkodT4e8elZinjzZ-VXLgtE9ui8Bt/s16000/IMG_9285_edited-1.jpg" title="La Bella Donna Tunic // Love Notions Pattern // Sewing For Women" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">If you are looking for a quick, and I mean QUICK, and easy sew for this summer, this is the one for you! I sewed this up in about an hour, and for me, that is super fast. I even used the more time-consuming binding method on the neck and it was still so fast!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="La Bella Donna Tunic // Love Notions Pattern // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqJjVJp5siv8mDzRuSh_gEj0gqzhd4gf9qaN2aaWo3LdEl1_Wk7Ix1NZLi8yiNCuNDE-WQ76-qKr7GjYOLQxRBn1fjvlWEAbCf5BlTqa12wCVKtyuiQCc8VG_yRRk1-imUnUfDAMNbvqNw/s16000/IMG_9337_edited-1.jpg" title="La Bella Donna Tunic // Love Notions Pattern // Sewing For Women" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">For sizing, I sewed a M on top, graded to a S in the hips. This is 100% the standard for me in Love Notions patterns, and the fit is spot on! I also shortened the tunic 1" for my height (also standard with LN for me), but if you preferred more length, more is easily added!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="La Bella Donna Tunic // Love Notions Pattern // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPoEcVnTsdYS3FaGJ0UFbh6wmlhgrhcdZ0L9GNPXY8fHPS18bo-2_zapOg2t11koZvrNYr9RxntJLK2txrHHgDHuNQ-QPx-VSWl5bhCSqkP9qNufEhDe8wTKNBoUbsc9uEE8O6tjQnaZYQ/s16000/IMG_9320_edited-1.jpg" title="La Bella Donna Tunic // Love Notions Pattern // Sewing For Women" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I made this up in a rayon spandex from my stash. I believe it is from Girl Charlee, waaaaaayyyy back in 2016. 👀 Their selection of tropical fabrics is fun to peruse from time to time! I've linked it <a href="https://www.girlcharlee.com/tropical-fabrics-c-237.html" target="_blank">HERE</a>.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="La Bella Donna Tunic // Love Notions Pattern // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUrfD4YIhGqCUsj6Ui4Fwqyp6V0gvjcZ6FMeOTa_1HaJ-LbfWxKhNexkeL2tjSRWDRVLEsfjbFnfQS9lEJ6LZ2KYc9EkpV_rKSQoBmhoaXnUiglrAd5SDms3sJUOPNQx9VcXkSqcNiy6sZ/s16000/IMG_9280_edited-1.jpg" title="La Bella Donna Tunic // Love Notions Pattern // Sewing For Women" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">I really am enjoying my new tunic, and I can't wait to sew up some more of these quick to sew, and easy to wear, pieces for both summer and the rest of the year! Hoods, cowls, hem bands??? So many cute options!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="La Bella Donna Tunic // Love Notions Pattern // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOnrZUSjg4G1sYN5WWc7VuZisTPOrs4y7reiLjtFKqSOAGWaD1AHSD3sckKI5wWvsx5IfOqsAaITzpxS0yUjkSUsVsz61157W8dMML-YJhh89EqywU2graJE-l2cqcuhZDN8TFwoUNJQah/s16000/IMG_9336_edited-1.jpg" title="La Bella Donna Tunic // Love Notions Pattern // Sewing For Women" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Thanks for stopping by! Happy Sewing!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="La Bella Donna Tunic // Love Notions Pattern // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8779Gl9UQVdZczUcBClSXk11Xzn57Vu6Uhqo3pXZVxkmztKbb5iLhNNjlZcjV2VQySSM97MOdkpeziG97DlZMmSMA9yaCtVL0jKuzGWlHZInbXWYEdzZ2N5-3AJzXyjwNZb2tN1TsuVuY/s16000/IMG_9374_edited-1.jpg" title="La Bella Donna Tunic // Love Notions Pattern // Sewing For Women" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="La Bella Donna Tunic // Love Notions Pattern // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqeGh2W51TGPSRmFpcrZ9OiatyNUGOUJF-7ZqUEX01kLRmJ9NKUwo23mzjBeG-LgIuxXBGdcsBVslemASXqKKnQBduHI2KrwP_e0AAcLTy9W-5bEqMqLsERHWwn_HF-rv_nhTuhh6twJxz/s16000/IMG_9311_edited-1.jpg" title="La Bella Donna Tunic // Love Notions Pattern // Sewing For Women" /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><p style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><span style="font-weight: normal;"><font size="6">LINKS: </font></span></p><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Pattern: Love Notions - <a href="https://www.lovenotions.com/product/ladies-la-bella-donna-top-tunic?affiliates=441" target="_blank">La Bella Donna</a> {affiliate link}</li><li>Fabric: Girl Charlee - sold out (similar linked <a href="https://www.girlcharlee.com/tropical-fabrics-c-237.html" target="_blank">HERE</a>)</li><li>Outfit accessories - linked to similar in the box below</li></ul></div><div class="shopthepost-widget" data-widget-id="4109124" div=""><script type="text/javascript">!function(w,i,d,g,e,t){d.getElementById(i)||(element=d.createElement(t),element.id=i,element.src="https://widgets.rewardstyle.com"+e,d.body.appendChild(element)),w.hasOwnProperty(g)===!0&&"complete"===d.readyState&&w[g].init()}(window,"shopthepost-script",document,"__stp","/js/shopthepost.js","script")</script><div class="rs-adblock"><img onerror="this.parentNode.innerHTML="Disable your ad blocking software to view this content."" src="https://assets.rewardstyle.com/production/ed155185688a995590d4cdf25b8c1986c7ebb3b0/images/search/350.gif" style="height: 15px; width: 15px;" /><noscript>JavaScript is currently disabled in this browser. Reactivate it to view this content.</noscript></div></div>Heidi Polcynhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13522338434244504496noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4576430094506315795.post-20648413092586537552020-07-23T14:05:00.029-04:002021-02-26T12:17:16.270-05:00Vero Beach Set // Sewing For Women<div style="text-align: left;"><i style="background-color: white; color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "open sans", sans-serif; font-size: 13px; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiv0g8xok3K-RGsDh0ZpXpfxD9l4HsEQ4-5yw_1awWjf8vP2MuyQfCUeSgs-3xP_Nax7HDDW8lET__qRAk15U2fIbd9yNCVdZmjfI7deaspzy8EOw4iA4uhFdVJTeWeQ_XCTAvGszAYbj2G/s16000/IMG_9896_edited-1.jpg" title="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" /></div><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><br /></span></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i style="background-color: white; color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "open sans", sans-serif; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;">This post contains *disclosed* affiliate links. All opinions expressed are honest and my own. If you make a purchase using the links, I make a small commission which helps support this blog. So, thank you!!</span></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i style="background-color: white; color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "open sans", sans-serif; font-size: 13px;"><span style="font-size: xx-small;"><br /></span></i></div>Hello friends!<br /><br />I had the privilege of testing another Hey June pattern, but this time it wasn't just one pattern, it's a pattern SET. YES!! You get two amazing patterns together as a set! Trust me, you're going to want both of these, so grab it now and start stitching!! You can go <a href="https://www.heyjunehandmade.com/product/vero-beach-set/?affiliates=192&v=7516fd43adaa" target="_blank">HERE</a> {aff link} to purchase.<div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEix6ZJ_Fel5FLtH9sDJwOlbNJE-zeGnIs6_YvgC2kjdIsJrZv6xIDpCNooq0Ys1GxCZfeZvTqnVcURf5TKmaAJg-2Q_NtrJfEw64L1owlLwzdbNLxS4GAFe73gP9v5m0QTmnCY4hgE7Gqjg/s16000/IMG_9856_edited-1.jpg" title="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" /></div><div><br /></div><div>In the testing group, we like to discuss how Adrianna seems to have this uncanny knack for designing and releasing patterns just as we are yearning for the exact thing she's working on! One step ahead of us, she's a good cookie!!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_PRuUWBmOvAcZQgc8XDTc1Y7GJ2civSOUb-tI5e8eF4VDhr78B9Lsjkc8GcZH8Dyc5m9EYtcEOabqmtPDSYqaMBqf6AVaOWYInAYPYWp4LkrKV_KKPAc8ZwKl1rFAWr9yG6eNQP9tXJm_/s16000/IMG_9846_edited-1.jpg" title="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" /></div><div><br /></div><div>Well, to be honest, this was the pattern set I didn't even know I NEEDED, yet! But as soon as I laid eyes on it, I knew I indeed, did NEED it!! Talk about uber comfy, and so perfect for casual wear. Or pjs. I won't judge! ;)</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjP5ypKkTOzyKJBefW3PYTRG1UMsUdM6zn4Gi8W4Mqe5gKbAHZlqCVDE3eEew2V2HQLE4ulu29koq3sQLxiaDLDp46sT0nK-yYW5pE1S46AVeNhO6s6G96TWfGlMsmV7CHurwD9FSHuSvx7/s16000/IMG_9871_edited-1.jpg" title="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" /></div><div><br /></div><div>But in my opinion, there is something a bit more elevated in dressing yourself in wovens, casual or not, than pulling on knit shorts and tees. Though those certainly have a rightful place!!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEir99SMhyphenhyphenudqDvgZKndFwp-QsLPm1N8j0LAPrUWlWfn066Zjc-05g4yxvQM39Nl76SNNZv590AFxpuxlruqASKnwUrqp3cVsg_nzP6ja4L64RCsSH3W9IpISSJOqikQh_dhHv7vDfPMeWKn/s16000/IMG_9903_edited-1.jpg" title="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" /></div><div><br /></div><div>Funny thing, as I was working on this set, my husband proposed a quick weekend getaway to the beach which is just a few hours away. UH YES PLEASE. No need to twist my arm! So my newly finished Vero Beach Set will indeed, be used AT the beach in just a short time!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJHaKzjnE8K7mRDTMoDzemGtA4E4kNXIe6saN4SauQ98G78apaD0W2jR88w8NDB5GGtvXOlC3eDI5Zd2G1ReUbVGrg6-ZkV3AAYSmVHTfD4HhPV2Dcve3-UvQUH3Lar7RE9xSCx97FUeTM/s16000/IMG_9847_edited-1.jpg" title="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" /></div><div><br /></div><div>I wore this set the whole day yesterday, and I can see myself wearing this non-stop during this weird summer being mostly confined to our home. But I'm even more excited to wear it thrown over top of my swimsuit and enjoy the warm beach breezes!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZEBHtYAudNJVWVFxCs6hFCeA3BjG908ygFT4pwzlSgJPfz5na5fZRhrr4rmdX7xTPSTG0RckZ2HfINDsMurqIloIAZm3f7dfbK_IUEobrvmn0AjN_q9zx-vQmY4IZ9BtDJITtoSPU1PKO/s1125/IMG_9931_edited-1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZEBHtYAudNJVWVFxCs6hFCeA3BjG908ygFT4pwzlSgJPfz5na5fZRhrr4rmdX7xTPSTG0RckZ2HfINDsMurqIloIAZm3f7dfbK_IUEobrvmn0AjN_q9zx-vQmY4IZ9BtDJITtoSPU1PKO/s16000/IMG_9931_edited-1.jpg" title="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>I'm sorry if you're not a beach person, but I'm imagining wearing the set the entire day over my swimsuit. It will take me from the salty beach air and back to town; a bit of sight-seeing, as well as lounging at the place we're staying. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhu0Hsdy8wF-uq5dKIDI4gaI2OWhWW8OXeDQ3yOivAKWYfDpn-Qu6Ni2KKyM_oUQpuX3L46q7ZZoRq_Ci-MBcRgvvREXLyHlSoyPJu7GQ8VRipT1-a9UgiaKx6vSALWCK7YrfV0NxM_5Kqr/s750/IMG_9865_edited-2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="500" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhu0Hsdy8wF-uq5dKIDI4gaI2OWhWW8OXeDQ3yOivAKWYfDpn-Qu6Ni2KKyM_oUQpuX3L46q7ZZoRq_Ci-MBcRgvvREXLyHlSoyPJu7GQ8VRipT1-a9UgiaKx6vSALWCK7YrfV0NxM_5Kqr/s16000/IMG_9865_edited-2.jpg" title="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>Hmm. I think I need to make another set for Day 2!! 😄 But talk about easy packing! It doesn't get better than that!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAGOuao6eHL7rtVMYfmiycGiFs90VrEWs12EXEzOGqHoOvEJwuzOjrDVFtiPeNwSC_5P1slSCnfMvxehX790MB2i1ee7vj5FKLD9Xax1DLm1YLLVZGm_TcHLwCCAx9OYoCfxiZFfNcpSSC/s16000/IMG_9894_edited-1.jpg" title="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" /></div><div><br /></div><div>The Vero Beach top is a casual, loose fitting, long sleeve top, featuring a hood, a kangaroo pocket, and a split neckline with a placket detail.</div><div><br /></div><div>I made a straight size 8 in the top with no modifications at all. My current measurements are; B:36.5,W:29.5,H:37.75, Height 5'3".</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZqabEDB9NODFFclyS8O9gUXTanBmZctS8Uvwm5ehu_T8FAB4Xr_bljFWZFyV9UurDxRrnaHMqqmHMG-glHuHM-OxZuya35wJNKamzUhbg90St_QLkN7xPe8i81hJYWX41hneGcPe4_aE7/s16000/IMG_9905_edited-1.jpg" title="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" /></div><div><br /></div><div>Sewing the Vero Beach top is quite simple; the placket, hood and pocket details add a little bit of time, but it's very doable, and straightforward. The instructions direct to finish off the seams with a serger for a quicker sew, but with 1/2" seam allowance included, you can easily use french seams for a clean finish, or if you'd like to use a very sheer fabric, like some of the testers did.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgw8ayl7VJk65KVukrPiDhY5f25O-TLQiWn2qOkpLr7i195fsGagiNyc2s1AzOEJSSZBb8y_Xs-6jaDF9thDRGBVeOj0_UixuXk0CA1vzmOrp0Rq3mf7wD4Klzs4kneL5Hs9c6uRGwjx-fa/s16000/IMG_9875_edited-1.jpg" title="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" /></div><div><br /></div><div>The fabric for my Vero Beach top was pulled from my stash, it is a Telio cotton/rayon voile and is so dreamy. It is still available on fabric.com, linked <a href="https://www.fabric.com/buy/0602814/telio-verona-cotton-rayon-voile-retro-dot-rose-navy" target="_blank">HERE</a>. There are lots of other prints available as well, see <a href="https://www.fabric.com/find?searchText=telio+cotton+rayon+voile" target="_blank">HERE</a>.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvtT2B2rC4fCV6qOSkN6IsHxC_atBrSDn7jUdgCz7vADgz6mZ2-0q3BctuYfIfBNdwT0kf-ZcRliBg7_qIRpO2Vw8tnbbCXrWu2v9jXBNEosRqies07XfXNr2Mrxsfl21-zzTMO4Q6-BWQ/s16000/IMG_9949_edited-1.jpg" title="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" /></div><div><br /></div><div>I was certain this print was called something super beachy appropriate like "Anemone", but alas, it is something super boring like "Retro Dot". LOL. No matter. I think they look like sea anemones and in my mind, makes the top even more perfect for beach wear!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2eH79-9CUuG5D3vLQVOdQ3uNyJ2rpsjSCGcYLydCTPV-rTSsIEFMV_qZ4NkAowWp3pJPhqTorxj8v6dneViuZoMouKOtHwAffQBwvqeqqcx5kVakbT67UwxgRxuQqd6vRcGVH3GUFHsoj/s1125/IMG_9915_edited-1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2eH79-9CUuG5D3vLQVOdQ3uNyJ2rpsjSCGcYLydCTPV-rTSsIEFMV_qZ4NkAowWp3pJPhqTorxj8v6dneViuZoMouKOtHwAffQBwvqeqqcx5kVakbT67UwxgRxuQqd6vRcGVH3GUFHsoj/s16000/IMG_9915_edited-1.jpg" title="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>The shorts are SUPER fun to sew! The entirety of the shorts aside from the waistband is finished with a bias binding, which is turned to the inside. I am in looooooove with the tulip hem!!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtvjaNNk4EZgOtZaYTm3L2xT7li1dKTJ5jHmlamWtePVU7Oo1BzPw7VHSkeU5UmZ9ClncJ6YnRJU5spgVJ-EfSn_0xhAQKOZ0kzKMZOL-fG8xIbdYItPqh2Jn5aiii2F8a-2EmUoAHs48Z/s16000/IMG_9912_edited-1.jpg" title="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" /></div><div><br /></div><div>Alternately, you could wrap the seams/hem in double fold bias for an exposed look as well, that I think would be super cool. I also thought of using the same method included in the pattern but reversing it, so that the bias shows on the outside and a clean finish on the inside. So many possibilities!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicVMObqrqFQr1rvAy9PM5uYLU5UnB9QR05XNH-BoCxIxEOSce7vy0ciFPkvFbFPUxiNt7GiVzp1_a1ck6jexCB6yuSOpIuHMPe6mrchlnOP8BafTRMdjd3sUjw2alstBcKcjoYPhk8bsGS/s16000/IMG_9920_edited-1.jpg" title="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" /></div><div><br /></div><div>The Vero Beach shorts are drafted from the same block as the Seaforth Pants (see mine <a href="http://www.handmade-frenzy.com/2020/07/seaforth-pants-sewing-for-women.html" target="_blank">HERE</a>), so if you've sewn those, any alterations you may have needed to make can be applied to this pattern as well!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjRMofShTmUp0Letfek4N58p3aeqsg0TG7mTIQ6kZwnasjFjdUO5Z1gb4F5GqrYLmmY3uVJlgFFK857ybceABOfJlAEDMu4SNR56cA5Xbv_YbMJQ6kmSxtEbhQMV010aaB0YxyZVe6aMhTV/s16000/IMG_9938_edited-1.jpg" title="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" /></div><div><br /></div><div>For my Seaforth Pants, I shortened the rise 1/2", but opted not to on these Vero Beach shorts. Mostly out of laziness, lol! </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgw1O3ieqyj_uq5i_6KKJ-CqusOzVXUMgKoYbrv7pBUTky9AvSQvFD3Y_QHyxozFWBL-WXuQu2f5A-Fzas0BBE03CPqiXLmknsS8_zVwEX32S1ohvmp7E47QrysLAKAaNbFj-uPWJpdJe31/s1125/IMG_9843_edited-1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgw1O3ieqyj_uq5i_6KKJ-CqusOzVXUMgKoYbrv7pBUTky9AvSQvFD3Y_QHyxozFWBL-WXuQu2f5A-Fzas0BBE03CPqiXLmknsS8_zVwEX32S1ohvmp7E47QrysLAKAaNbFj-uPWJpdJe31/s16000/IMG_9843_edited-1.jpg" title="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>But I feel the fit is super awesome on both patterns, no matter the rise height. Which is just an added bonus to sewing easy fit elastic waist pants/shorts.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNYBK9DsWHqc7M_9zoVDTUmme9t7OqxiCyef0yw03PfNWxEWOqUJHd9MtaGBgIiX2IEuTJ23foxU6XgAkVsMj5KofPqbv_iktreh7Jjo48yWVZ4qqtUSqlZsNimatUr5aCP7ttnJgC8Czt/s1125/IMG_9926_edited-1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgNYBK9DsWHqc7M_9zoVDTUmme9t7OqxiCyef0yw03PfNWxEWOqUJHd9MtaGBgIiX2IEuTJ23foxU6XgAkVsMj5KofPqbv_iktreh7Jjo48yWVZ4qqtUSqlZsNimatUr5aCP7ttnJgC8Czt/s16000/IMG_9926_edited-1.jpg" title="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>I did apply the same size grading to these shorts as I did on the Seaforth Pants. I cut a size 8 waistband, graded to size 6 high-hip and down. I used 31.5" elastic lengths for each pair I've made, and I like the fit so much!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzuT6Wsqzk4G5NLlXk9v4RT4XS2hrkgDuPJRQ3rPfBLsil2m9rlpimkGI72lvxX62aNuAPpBBZlEKPa4BRoLf9a1gMjIygJ_JXHnJUfPL8giGUOZXBoZJjpUp-NIDXW2VlOaS_BW9Gg4eg/s1125/IMG_9917_edited-1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhzuT6Wsqzk4G5NLlXk9v4RT4XS2hrkgDuPJRQ3rPfBLsil2m9rlpimkGI72lvxX62aNuAPpBBZlEKPa4BRoLf9a1gMjIygJ_JXHnJUfPL8giGUOZXBoZJjpUp-NIDXW2VlOaS_BW9Gg4eg/s16000/IMG_9917_edited-1.jpg" title="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>The fabric I used for the shorts was also pulled from my stash, and is the past very popular Ikat (?) print in rayon/linen blend that JoAnn carried a couple of years ago. I only had a yard of it and this pattern is the perfect stash buster for those smaller pieces you have lying around!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4sWqIqc4I5WEneUmgcmVTA8UaDAHx0eDXyHtSfPmqpmjsg8vrVXuqibUOPnc-5yl4ZEOEBUMMMsX8H8V0itNeo2ZcvZ4soZD5h-A46sX7-r79BTTFkFG4GwZeo8JApXJPtsChBGd41EUZ/s1125/IMG_9845_edited-1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4sWqIqc4I5WEneUmgcmVTA8UaDAHx0eDXyHtSfPmqpmjsg8vrVXuqibUOPnc-5yl4ZEOEBUMMMsX8H8V0itNeo2ZcvZ4soZD5h-A46sX7-r79BTTFkFG4GwZeo8JApXJPtsChBGd41EUZ/s16000/IMG_9845_edited-1.jpg" title="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>I don't know if I've convinced you that you need these two patterns in your life yet, but I'll just let the photos do the talking now. 😉</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpQrMnsXAvZDGld_ZVBTtTfbH6CAwyUK0PFNk_1WQaxQfj52Ar3pbBz8I7nESFwejyC0yUbHvse0XNXD4V3pHUkvo30aqg_Pm1vdOqB-hCaPIOnQO60gjplODtqPtnZU1_Br7DWoyDBQjs/s16000/IMG_9854_edited-1.jpg" title="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrqmmWJIPXpnX1fO6gfEWsm8wSS-hpKohjJEs28qvMBFW2fF2kLxRuP3nq39zeC2E2VowzNPXJ_O0sIZgCCvsC5QCW6PjRBLzKQnzkGb-ewR5p9IiXFbZHJtN44joitRky5buI6r7itReu/s16000/IMG_9858_edited-1.jpg" title="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0epSv5gUSb-wm1_CBDlpGuNwnEWKG0XvL9CftdHYSe7HN_D4xv5UZCZzi-WQ547BFQrLGWyiiOniKr7RHrdjKr0SxjEi9Mp1oJi2DZ_5thX1_itljiL4yt8ImOY7j0nOSVyuoE-80-VHK/s16000/IMG_9862_edited-1.jpg" title="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAqXjph9MjRIzMAmKOz_CgIxi8XiBZq7wLESM4AttLaAzjmeTZoWv6XvWkUlEe4ztF78pletqX2EElX9AeYtIQUgUTdmfiYyehVRzGe1LW5tQyTatRF6kvl5RFd0o9l73jgohnW_8eqWus/s16000/IMG_9899_edited-1.jpg" title="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMeN5j1PtZF5jCi1Z8_3anqvmcH4_efpqYkbeCZ18LhwQjg2QXAquL3jzZ3VVSKakYEmHS7DkdybtldMM8e67YiaCYFi-zNryzXA33bFLuz25Xmnl_Mrr6VZopzQg3zebL7mUqJxHHl6Fk/s16000/IMG_9950_edited-1.jpg" title="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><img alt="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCACQ9f-_jdOG7K-HrhPsnUKRap5DZgG2fN7PNL61uxilSlR1APpIus4xopnSjy3fxLDSWSkI00iZH5nmuISc9Qeddey8e8_Ra7lfz6MvEGiGB7aFHRMVYmwmyj3QmgKVe6qhX3nGuPOWf/s16000/IMG_9951_edited-1.jpg" title="Vero Beach Set // Sewing Patterns // Sewing For Women" /></div><div><br /></div><div>Happy Sewing!!!</div><div><br /></div><h2 style="text-align: left;">LINKS:</h2><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Pattern - <a href="https://www.heyjunehandmade.com/product/vero-beach-set/?affiliates=192&v=7516fd43adaa" target="_blank">Vero Beach Set</a> {aff link} Sizes sewn: Sz 8 top, no mods, sz 8 waist to 6 high-hip and down.</li><li>Fabric for top - <a href="https://www.fabric.com/buy/0602814/telio-verona-cotton-rayon-voile-retro-dot-rose-navy" target="_blank">fabric.com</a></li><li>Fabric for shorts - <a href="https://www.joann.com/fabric/fashion-apparel-fabric/apparel-sportswear-fabric/?prefn1=ecommerceType2&prefv1=Linen%20%26%20Linen%20Look&srule=best-sellers" target="_blank">JoAnn</a> (linked similar)</li><li>Hat, Sandals, Sunglasses - linked similar in box below</li></ul></div>
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Happy Wednesday!<br />
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Today I wanted to talk a little bit about the <a href="https://shop.truebias.com/product/ogden-cami" target="_blank">Ogden Cami</a> I made recently.</div><div>
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I made an Ogden once before (a look <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BS-LM6ElXYP/" target="_blank">HERE</a>), several years ago, and it was never "quite right". It fit okay, but I never reached for it because there were a few things that were just a bit "off".<br />
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I had some gaping at the chest, the facing kept creeping up, even though I had understitched, and since I have a broad upper back, I felt like the shape of the back wasn't very flattering on me.<br />
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I had raised the front v-neck on my first version, and while I liked a little more coverage there, I wasn't sure if that was the cause of some of my frustration?<br /><br /><img alt="Ogden Cami - Modified // Sewing For Women" border="0" data-original-height="1125" data-original-width="750" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSwiKlf-T7kqKIuCWFMBAUeoCLBScjEgKRZwxmr_IbN6KvIs37YI_UwM6hHVUX-nmwFUd0xXoQ5h82-5-_dRmU78C4GImOXyQ8nLNUUAshS88dmhuo59Oa6niTlGFzv6Z-lXv9YxuREIy_/s16000/IMG_9074_edited-1.jpg" title="Ogden Cami - Modified // Sewing For Women" /></div><div><br />
Moving on to today! I knew I really wanted to make the Ogden again, and try to figure out the issues I'd had with my first one. To be honest, I cut this Ogden out many, many months ago, and only just sewed it! So I'm going off of my pattern pieces to determine all of the tweaks I did to the pattern since I couldn't remember exactly what all I did, and had planned to do! Haha.<br />
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The first change I made was to go up a size. Since I began working out, my upper body has indeed changed quite a bit and I've gained about 1/2 an inch in my upper bust measurement. I made a size 8. [35.5/36.5/29.5/38]</div><div><br />
I raised the front v slightly by cutting along the largest size, instead of the size 8, this raised it by 1/16" more than 1/4". 5/16" to be exact. :)<br />
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The back was the most significant cosmetic change I made, I raised the back neckline up to be higher than the front and curved it rather than a v, like the original pattern. The center back was raised by 3", I used my curved ruler to help me create a nice curve for the neckline.<br />
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I also lengthened the front facing by about 2 inches. I say about because it was apparently eyeballed and I didn't write it down on my pattern piece. Doh. It appears I cut it mostly straight across the front and curved it slightly up at the side seam. I didn't lengthen the back facing but curved the sides down slightly to meet the front facing at the side seams.<br />
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Despite not giving my future self much information about it, the length works really well and feels much more comfortable to me than the length of the original facing.<br />
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All in all, I am very happy with how this Ogden Cami turned out! I feel like I finally understand what the hype is all about. I'm glad I worked out my minor fit issues. Now I plan to use it for lots of scrap busting!!<br />
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Happy Monday, friends!<br />
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I'm so happy to be kicking off the week with this adorable tank!! This is the newest pattern release from<a href="https://www.chalkandnotch.com/" target="_blank"> Chalk + Notch</a>, and I am absolutely in love!<br />
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The <a href="https://www.chalkandnotch.com/shop/marcel/" target="_blank">Marcel Dress + Tank Top</a> is the perfect, breezy, swishy, tank and dress I didn't know I needed in my life! I was a tester for this pattern, and made up the tank view.<br />
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One of my favorite details about the pattern is the front and side panels that allow you to play with pattern direction and even some AMAZING print mixing like some of the testers did! (See the tester round-up <a href="https://www.chalkandnotch.com/thank-you-marcel-testers/" target="_blank">HERE</a>) The dress views allow for even more fun with the panels as the dress tiers on the way down. Seriously, the swish is DREAMY.<br />
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I plan to sew a dress view for myself before the summer is over, because a tiered sundress is without a doubt a must have!<br />
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The strap placement is perfection straight off the pattern, I did not have to shift or move them at all. Obviously, this is a very personal adjustment to each individual body, but for the most part, it is very close to spot on! And can we just talk about the back view!? Swoon.<br />
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I don't typically reach for this type of silhouette, but for the life of me, don't know why!? I seriously want to fill my closet with this pattern! The tank is so easy to pair with both shorts and pants, and is impossibly cool and comfortable.<br />
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I threw it on one day last week with cut-off shorts when temps soared into the high 90's, with real feels of over 100, and it was absolutely the perfect outfit choice!<br />
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There is a <a href="https://www.chalkandnotch.com/shop/mini-marcel/" target="_blank">Mini Marcel pattern</a>, as well!! There will be mommy-and-me versions happening in this house, very soon!<br />
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I made a size 10 bodice, and cut the center panels a size 8. My upper bust measures a size 10, with the rest a size 8, or between the two. I'm absolutely thrilled with the fit! (Measurements: UB:35.5, B:36.5, W:29.5, H:38)<br />
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My fabric is rayon from Hart's Fabric. (Linked <a href="https://www.hartsfabric.com/te-celeste-stripe-rayon-blue-97189.html.html" target="_blank">HERE</a>) The textured stripe is everything I love in a drapey fabric, and made the perfect Marcel Tank Top!<br />
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Since it is so drapey, and a fairly loose weave, I chose to interface both the main and lining pattern pieces with tricot interfacing, as well as the straps. The pattern instructions suggest to do so with a very drapey fabric, and I think it is the perfect choice. The bodice has structure, but doesn't feel stiff or uncomfortable to wear at all.<br />
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The sewing went very well, the pattern instructions are wonderful, and no really tricky bits! My least favorite part of the sewing is the gathering, haha. But the end result makes it more than worth it!<br />
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Thanks so much for stopping by! If you would like to grab your own copy (you do!), I've linked it again below and both Marcel and Mini Marcel are on sale, now through next Monday July 13th!<br />
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<li>Tank: <a href="https://www.chalkandnotch.com/shop/marcel/" target="_blank">Marcel Dress + Tank Top</a></li>
<li>Fabric: <a href="https://www.hartsfabric.com/te-celeste-stripe-rayon-blue-97189.html.html" target="_blank">Hart's Fabric - Celeste Stripe Rayon</a></li>
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Hello!! The <a href="https://www.heyjunehandmade.com/product/seaforth-pants/?affiliates=192" target="_blank">Seaforth Pants</a> {aff link} pattern by <a href="https://www.heyjunehandmade.com/?affiliates=192" target="_blank">Hey June Handmade</a> is HERE!!<br />
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When Adrianna divulged her next pattern plans, I knew immediately that no matter what was going on, my calendar was CLEARED and I was available for this test! Haha. I have been dreaming of this exact pattern for years, y'all. Literal years!!<br />
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Now I know there are plenty of wide leg, elastic waist, pants patterns available out there in both Big 4 companies as well as Indie. But the trouble was, none of them had exactly the details I was hunting for.<br />
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Not to mention, I would have to muslin all of those patterns that I've found at this point because I'm not familiar with the fit... Hence the major procrastination of me sewing any of them!<br />
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The Seaforth Pants truly has all of the details that I was looking for! The wide elastic waistband is wider than the ones I've come across. (It's 2 inches, btw) It has patch pockets. (With the COOLEST welt zipper!!) Drawstring option, AND... This is the clincher. Two absolutely perfect views!<br />
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View A (which is the only option I've had time to sew so far), is a wide leg pant with shaping at the knee.<br />
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View B, is a jogger with the perfect amount of ease in the leg and ankle. I am DYING to sew a couple pairs of that version as well!<br />
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The tan version of View A that I made, was a tester version that underwent some tweaking before the pattern was finalized. This pair is a bit wider in the leg than the striped green pair, which was made with the final pattern version.<br />
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This pair is made with <a href="https://www.joann.com/sew-classic-linen-look-solids-deep-lake/prd46469.html#icn=fabric-sc&ici=apparel-fabric&start=1" target="_blank">rayon/linen blend</a> from Joann's. I love this fabric for this type of pant! It is definitely substantial enough for pants, and in a light color like this, it's opaque enough that you don't have to worry about anything showing that you don't want to show!<br />
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The zipper welt pocket feature in this pattern is, like I mentioned before, SO COOL! And don't be afraid of the sewing process either, it's really very simple to do, even though it looks a little bit intimidating.<br />
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The back pockets are just the right size, and yes, they do hold a phone! A very important detail, I believe. :) I don't know about you, but I am always putting my phone in my back pocket, especially when I'm away from the house.<br />
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I'll let you in on a little secret... If you don't want or need to have a functional drawstring on your Seaforth Pants, just thread it through the openings (either eyelet or buttonhole) and tie! This saves on the amount of drawstring you need, as well as threading it around the entire waistband!<br />
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Obviously you can just leave the drawstring off entirely, but I really like the detail it adds.<br />
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Sometimes I do like having a more adjustable waistband using a functional drawstring, but with 2 inch elastic, I find that I can really get a good fit with the right elastic length, so a drawstring isn't as needed.<br />
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That being said, I have one more pair of wide-leg Seaforth Pants planned with a couple of small hacks to the pattern, and one of those will include a functional drawstring. :)<br />
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The green striped pair is also made in a rayon/linen blend, but is lighter weight and more drapey than the tan fabric. This fabric is from <a href="https://alyssa-may-design.com/" target="_blank">Alyssa May Design</a>, and I'm smitten with this shop!! She has some really unique and very cute fabrics I haven't seen much of in other shops, so check her out. (Not affiliated or paid to say this, just sharing a shop I'm loving!)<br />
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I made sure to line up the stripes on the pockets so they would blend in well, and used my trusty wonder tape {<a href="https://www.wawak.com/Garment-Construction/Tapes-Ribbon/washaway-wonder-tape-10-yds-x-14/?sku=TPE17" target="_blank">LINK-Wawak</a>} to help me out.<br />
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The zippers I used for the pockets are also from <a href="https://www.wawak.com/Zippers/Pant-Skirt-Dress/Brass/ykk-45-brass-pant-zipper/?sku=BZ457NA" target="_blank">Wawak</a>. I went through my stash fabric and basically picked all the fabrics that might work well for this pattern and ordered zips accordingly. Ha. But really, at the super great price that they are, it only made sense for me to stock up to save on shipping as well! And also, these zippers will work great in regular zip flys, so they will not go to waste, even if I don't use the 5 colors I ordered for Seaforth Pants. :)<br />
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Though the likelihood is that they WILL be used for Seaforth Pants!<br />
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For size, I made a size 6, graded to an 8 waist. My current measurements are, W:29.5, H:37.75<br />
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This is an absolutely standard adjustment for me, especially on fitted pants. Since the back of the pants have lovely darts for fitting in that area, grading up at the waist was the perfect fitting adjustment for me.<br />
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I also shortened the rise 1/2" all around to accommodate my short torso.<br />
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The first pair I made, I preemptively took out 2 inches in the leg length, but it turned out that wasn't necessary after all. To save the length I had, I drafted a hem facing and attached it with 1/4" seam allowance. They turned out the slightest bit short, but completely wearable.<br />
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For the second pair, I didn't take out any length, and they are slightly too long. They are definitely wearable, and would be great for wearing with heels! Which I probably will wear at times, because I'm definitely planning to dress this pair up for church! That is once the Covid shut-downs are over.<br />
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For my perfect length, I will take out about 3/4" in the leg for the next pair, as I plan to wear them with flats mostly.<br />
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The cami I'm wearing with the tan pair is the <a href="https://shop.truebias.com/product/ogden-cami" target="_blank">Ogden Cami</a> with a few mods. Stay tuned for a more detailed post coming later this week!<br />
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The eyelet shirt is a modified <a href="https://grainlinestudio.com/products/scout-tee?variant=22646684680274" target="_blank">Scout Tee</a>, and you can read all the details in <a href="http://www.handmade-frenzy.com/2016/05/greenwood-tank-cropped-scout-tee-sewing.html" target="_blank">THIS POST</a>.<br />
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Thanks so much for reading! You can grab the pattern using the link below, and check out all the other gorgeous tester versions on the <a href="https://www.heyjunehandmade.com/blog/?affiliates=192" target="_blank">Hey June Blog</a>!<br />
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<li><a href="https://www.heyjunehandmade.com/product/seaforth-pants/?affiliates=192" target="_blank">Seaforth Pants</a> {aff link}</li>
<li>Tan fabric: <a href="https://www.joann.com/sew-classic-linen-look-solids-deep-lake/prd46469.html#icn=fabric-sc&ici=apparel-fabric&start=1" target="_blank">Joann - Rayon/Linen</a></li>
<li>Green Stripe fabric: <a href="https://alyssa-may-design.com/" target="_blank">Alyssa May Design</a> (site down until July 1st)</li>
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<li>Supplies:</li>
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<li><a href="https://www.wawak.com/Garment-Construction/Tapes-Ribbon/washaway-wonder-tape-10-yds-x-14/?sku=TPE17" target="_blank">Wonder Tape</a> - Wawak</li>
<li><a href="https://www.wawak.com/Zippers/Pant-Skirt-Dress/Brass/ykk-45-brass-pant-zipper/?sku=BZ457NA" target="_blank">Zippers</a> - Wawak </li>
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<li>Cami:</li>
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<li><a href="https://shop.truebias.com/product/ogden-cami" target="_blank">Ogden Cami</a> (Will post review link HERE when live!)</li>
<li>Fabric: Rayon - Fabric.com via <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/profile/amzn1.account.AH6QZSZ6V6EWCUQJX3JNUOHWA6EA?_encoding=UTF8&ref_=sv_ys_4" target="_blank">Amazon.com</a> (sold out)</li>
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<li>Cropped Woven Tee:</li>
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<li><a href="https://grainlinestudio.com/products/scout-tee?variant=22646684680274" target="_blank">Scout Tee</a> - Blogged <a href="http://www.handmade-frenzy.com/2016/05/greenwood-tank-cropped-scout-tee-sewing.html" target="_blank">HERE</a></li>
<li>Fabric: Eyelet - Joann (sold out)</li>
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The Summer Basics Tank has been revised! This essential Love Notions pattern now has sizes from XS-5X, and has a brand new shelf-bra feature!<br />
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In addition to all that, it is the Feature Friday pattern and is $5 for today only! You can grab your copy of the pattern <a href="https://www.lovenotions.com/product/summer-basics-tank-dress?affiliates=441" target="_blank">HERE</a>. {aff link} After today, the re-release sale will continue until Thursday, June 18th at $9.<br />
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This was my first time sewing the Summer Basics and oh my goodness, I'm going to fill my drawers with these!! The fit is so spot on!<br />
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I made a medium, based on my measurements of UB:35.5, B:36.5, W:29.5, H:38. I used the scraps from my <a href="http://www.handmade-frenzy.com/2020/06/sunday-romper-sewing-for-women.html" target="_blank">Sunday Romper</a>, so I had to shorten 4 inches and piece the bands!<br />
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Shortening the tank worked just fine, especially since I'm not very tall (5'3"), but I decided to leave it unhemmed for just a bit more length. I serged the hem, and I think it looks good!<br />
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I will likely be wearing it tucked in to things anyway, but I think it looks great paired with my shorts, unhemmed.<br />
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I love the scooped back, it's low enough to be cool and flattering, but doesn't show a bit of a regular bra. The straps are perfectly placed as well for complete bra coverage!<br />
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I didn't use the shelf bra for this tank, but I'd like to try it in an athletic fabric for sure! I think it would make a fabulous hiking tank, and in our summer heat, I think a shelf bra might just be ideal.<br />
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Other than shortening at the hem, I didn't make any changes to the fit at all! I absolutely love how this tank turned out. I think the bindings look very polished. As soon as I tried it on, I knew I would LOVE it with this <a href="https://www.lovenotions.com/product/allegro?affiliates=441" target="_blank">Allegro skirt</a> {aff link} hack I made a couple of weeks ago!<br />
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<br />I promise I'll have a post about that skirt soon! It's one of my very favorite things I've made recently!<br />
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I hope you are all having a wonderful Friday! Happy Sewing!<br />
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I'm really excited to share my second <a href="https://www.lovenotions.com/product/sunday-romper-ladies?affiliates=441" target="_blank">Sunday Romper</a> {aff link} with you today! **Don't forget, this pattern is currently on sale through June 14th for $9 (save $3)! I made two versions during testing, and while this was technically the first version I made, it ended up being finished last because of how the testing process went.<br />
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As is the purpose of testing, the pattern underwent several changes, and the first version I made had too much extra fabric. This worked in my favor, since I was able to simply trim it down and make the fit reflect the final version of the pattern!<br />
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I made this version from a ponte that was also deep in my stash. To be honest, I think it was one of the very first cuts of ponte knit I ever bought! Another change made during testing was that the recommended fabrics do NOT include ponte. The pattern is designed with a blousey drape and ponte just poofs out in a not so flattering way. However, do know that if you are dying to use it, it definitely is possible!<br />
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To alter the fit in the way it was intended, I simply took out quite a bit of width from the sides, and length from both the top and bottom. I didn't measure exactly, I just trimmed until it looked "right" and checked the fit while sewing it up. I'm absolutely in love with the outcome! There is still some excess fabric in the back, so if I decide to make another ponte version, I will do a sway back adjustment to the pattern before cutting.<br />
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I had fun playing with the stripes on this version, too! The stripes are printed vertically, so I cut the top on the grain to make sure there was enough stretch to get it on and off. Since the bottoms don't need stretch, I was able to cut the stripes horizontally for a fun effect!<br />
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Now for the real meat of this post, I wanted to show you how versatile a one-piece romper really is, and how the styling options are practically endless!!<br />
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I have 5 looks to show you, but I could have kept going and probably come up with 5 more without a real struggle!<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Look #1</i></b></span> is SUPER simple and minimal. All I did was added my <a href="http://www.handmade-frenzy.com/2019/08/leather-belt-bag-kelly-waist-bag-sewing.html" target="_blank">Kelly Waist Bag</a> for some extra emphasis at the waist, and hands free practicality! This would be perfect for a day at the park with the kiddos, or a trip to the zoo, etc. The bag is roomy enough for my phone, sunglasses, and even a small snack or two for the kids. Oh, and lets not forget wipes and/or tissues. Those fit too!<br />
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Notice the contrast of the brown accessories with the black in the romper. I love the black/brown contrast, and for this look, I kept the belt, bag, and sandals all in the same warm brown tone for a cohesive affect.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Look #2</i></b></span> is also quite simple, but I added the "3 elements" to the look. In styling, whether in home decor, photography, or fashion, grouping things in odd numbers is visually more appealing. So if you have 3 elements to an outfit, you will automatically look more pulled together!<br />
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For this look, I chose black sandals to coordinate with the stripe in the romper, as well as the black band on the hat. Like I mentioned before, I also like the black/brown contrast, so I added in my straw circle bag. Now if I had a round BLACK bag, I would have added that in instead, but since I don't own all of my dream accessories, I made do with what I have. 😉<br />
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That being said, I think the natural tones in the bag add a lot of warmth and depth to this outfit! And I'd also love to take this little number on a stroll through a beautiful scenic city, such as Charleston, SC... One of my favorite places to visit!<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Look #3</i></b></span> is perfect for a day where you will be in and out of the air-conditioning, or a stroll along a breezy oceanside. And while that may happen once a year or so... in reality, I'll likely just wear this to a girls' night or even a day of shopping. If that ever happens again! 😜<br />
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I threw on my favorite denim shirt, kept the black sandals, and added an over-sized summer bag to keep it looking breezy.</div>
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The great thing about denim shirts is that they can act as an extra layer when needed, whether inside against the freezing a/c, or when the weather turns cooler in the evening. But, then they are also sturdy and won't stretch out when you tie it around your waist, because the extra layer isn't needed!<br />
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Notice how the shirt also brings in that 3rd element and really ties the outfit together? It's magic!<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Look #4</i></b></span> is for a lazy Saturday chill-axing, either at home or at your favorite brunch spot!<br />
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I threw on my uber comfy and favorite <a href="https://www.instagram.com/stories/highlights/17975206498016606/" target="_blank">Carrie Cardigan</a>, grabbed my favorite monogrammed mug, switched out for some fresh white sandals, and voila! I'll wave from my porch couch, because that's where you'll find me from now on! 😄</div>
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I'll just take this moment and address a question I see a LOT regarding rompers. Is it annoying to go to the bathroom!? Honestly, NO. I found this pattern to be the least frustrating romper I've ever worn while needing to take bathroom breaks. I've even had the "privilege" of wearing it on a road trip and using public restrooms and it was not a problem at all! </div>
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Yes, you do need to pull it down, so there's that bit, and if that bothers you, then you may not enjoy it. But as far as worrying about it dragging on the floor (gag), it doesn't at all because of the elastic waist. Everything stays up off the floor and free of (cringe) the nasties.</div>
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Now obviously, if you layer over top, that will also have to be removed, and if you're in public you will have the added element of finding a safe place to hang it. Hopefully there is a bag hook at your disposal and you'll have no problem with that. 😊<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><b><i>Look #5</i></b></span>, I decided to get a little sporty on you!<br />
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All my life, I have never been into sports, or athletic in any way! In fact, I would almost always choose indoor activities if possible unless there was a body of water involved.</div>
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Things have pretty drastically changed in the past several years! As my kids have gotten older, and it seemingly takes even more energy to keep up with them, I have learned to LOVE staying active!!</div>
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If you follow me on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/heidi_handmadefrenzy/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, you most likely know I've developed a consistent exercise routine, and that in turn has made me crave much more physical activity in my life!</div>
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I now absolutely love hiking, I'm dying for all of our kiddos to learn how to ride their bikes without training wheels so we can go on family bike rides, and I'm slowly building up an appropriate wardrobe for those activities!</div>
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This romper is both adorable and practical for those fun family outings!</div>
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So there you have my 5 looks! I hope you enjoyed this post. I really had a lot of fun putting it together, and to be honest, I could easily do another style session for early spring and fall when the weather is much cooler!</div>
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I hope you've been inspired to come up with ways to style your <a href="https://www.lovenotions.com/product/sunday-romper-ladies?affiliates=441" target="_blank">Sunday Romper</a> {aff link} as well. I'd love to see your outfits!</div>
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<li><a href="https://www.lovenotions.com/product/sunday-romper-ladies?affiliates=441" target="_blank">Sunday Romper</a> - <a href="https://www.lovenotions.com/?affiliates=441" target="_blank">Love Notions Patterns</a> {aff link}</li>
<li><a href="http://www.iloveyousew.com/introducing-the-free-kelly-waist-bag-pattern/" target="_blank">Kelly Waist Bag</a> - Love You Sew</li>
<li><a href="https://www.deliacreates.com/product/carrie-cardigan-sewing-pattern/" target="_blank">Carrie Cardigan</a> - Delia Creates</li>
<li><a href="https://www.mercari.com/us/item/m15288358679/?gclsrc=aw.ds&utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=9970573836&utm_content=t0&adgroup=98940289565&network=g&device=c&merchant_id=130549721&product_id=m15288358679&product_id=353409924462&gclid=CjwKCAjw5vz2BRAtEiwAbcVIL4cI2zmuaUG9x5FUvze-CcC93BVLZunq7ajyyHqtDmtG_M4bQsVyfxoCZg8QAvD_BwE" target="_blank">Straw Bag</a> - Second-hand</li>
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I've linked to similar accessories in the box below. Some of the items I'm wearing are no longer available, but since they are super classic, I was able to find very similar pieces!</div>
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Today is the exciting release of the brand new Love Notions pattern, the <a href="http://lovenotions.com/product/sunday-romper-ladies?affiliates=441" target="_blank">Sunday Romper</a>!! {aff link}<br />
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This romper features five different bottom options, and two top options, which can be combined to create an endless wardrobe of one-piece, grab and go, staples for easy dressing!<br />
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The bottom views include; shorts, pants, cropped pants, knee length skirt and maxi/ankle length skirt. The top views feature a full coverage tank view or dolman sleeves, and both include a v-neck in the front as well as in the back.<br />
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I personally love the back v-neck as it dips down a little lower than the front for a flattering cut, but can be worn with a regular bra with no issues at all!<br />
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There are no closures to the pattern, putting it on involves stepping in through the neck and pulling it on! When I saw how high the neckline of the pattern was, I did wonder how well this method of getting in to it would work, but I'm really happy to say there are no problems! It's really very easy!<br />
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The waist of the romper includes a casing for 1/2" elastic, as well as a drawstring option if you so desire. I'm always up for a good drawstring waist, and I absolutely love the self-fabric drawstring I made to go with this one. It really added that perfect finishing touch!<br />
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Pockets are optional on the pattern, but come on... Are pockets ever really optional?! 😉<br />
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Choosing fabric for the Sunday Romper is really fun! Recommended knits are those with good drape and decent stretch with good recovery. Stretch is not essential for the bottoms however, so don't leave out some good print and fabric, mixing and matching!<br />
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Depending on your fabric choices, you could create a one-piece outfit that looks like separates! You can also play around with coordinating accents in the bindings and drawstring. With so many fun pattern pieces to play with, you can dream up combinations to your heart's content!<br />
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With all those options, you can even use this pattern as a great stash buster! Do you only have a yard of a lightweight woven? A yard of a drapey knit you're not sure what you want to make with? Put them together and make a Sunday Romper!!<br />
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I went pretty basic with my fabric choice because I simply loved the idea of a neutral romper that could be played up with some fun accessories or just keep it simple for a super easy and classic outfit that takes virtually no thought!<br />
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This year I have been digging deep into the recesses of my extensive fabric stash and have been sewing up some absolute gems with treasures (aka fabric) that I have collected.<br />
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I consider this romper to be just such a gem! I'm not entirely sure where this particular rib knit is from, but I remember purchasing it with just a super basic cardigan in mind. I'm so happy I had the fore-site to buy 2 yards because I think turning it into this romper was so much more fun than a cardigan!!!<br />
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Don't get me wrong, I don't think you can really ever have too many cardigans, but I don't have that many fabulous rompers in my wardrobe, YET. 😄 (Hint, this pattern will change that!)<br />
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Moving on, I wanted to talk a bit about the sewing and sizing of this pattern. Once I had the pieces all cut and the stripes matched up, the sewing went so fast! I couldn't believe how quickly it really came together!<br />
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You can have the main romper sewn up and able to try on for fit in what feels like no time. Since the neckline is two v-necks, it's a little more time consuming than the rest of it, but if you've sewn v-necks in the past, you know it's really not that scary! I really had fun with making this whole thing.<br />
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The armscyes of the tank are finished with binding from the main fabric, and hidden on the inside. I absolutely love the clean finish of this! I think the whole romper has such a lovely, polished look.<br />
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Because the top and bottom are separate, it is very easy to blend sizes! I think most of us fall into the category of spanning more than one size on a pattern. For myself, I spanned 3 sizes and was able to blend them together seamlessly! I made a size 10 upper bust, size 8 full bust, graded to a 6 in the bottoms. My waist was also technically a size 10, but because there is plenty of ease at the waist, and it's pulled in with the elastic, I was able to sew a straight size 6 from the waist down.<br />
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This was actually the second romper I made during the testing process and the first one I had graded from a size 8 waist to 6 hips and actually found the fit to be better and more comfortable as a straight size 6. When I blended the two sizes, I found the upper part of the shorts to be too "blousey". So if your waist falls into a different size than your hips or bust, don't worry about it and choose accordingly.<br />
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I chose to test my personal favorite option combo of this pattern, the tank + shorts, but be sure to check out the listing <a href="http://lovenotions.com/product/sunday-romper-ladies?affiliates=441" target="_blank">HERE</a> {aff link} for a look at all of the other fabulous combos and Sunday Rompers that the testers made!<br />
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Oh. Did I mention there is a <a href="http://lovenotions.com/product/sunday-romper-girls?affiliates=441" target="_blank">GIRLS version</a> {aff link} of this pattern, too!?! OHHHH, the mommy-and-me looks have me all 😍😍😍. I can't wait to sew one up for my little mini-me!<br />
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<span style="color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "open sans" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">Hi friends! Welcome back to the on-going series of "back-logged projects waiting to be blogged"! 😀</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "open sans" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">I am BEYOND excited about today's project, however, so even though it's totally the wrong time of year here in the US to be blogging about a winter coat, I had to share because I can't wait another 6 months to post about this make!!</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "open sans" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">A coat has been on my sewing bucket list for ages. I even bought the <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=5270&awinaffid=650363&clickref=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.minervacrafts.com%2Fshop%2Fsewing%2Fpatterns%2Fgsp16001-grainline-studio-ladies-sewing-pattern-16001-cascade-duffle-coat" target="_blank">Grainline Studio Cascade Duffle Coat pattern</a> {aff link} quite a while back during a sale because I thought owning the pattern might give me incentive to sew it. Hmmm... Turns out some gifted fabric with a deadline attached was the motivation I needed, lol.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "open sans" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">The coating fabric was gifted from Minerva, and is this absolutely gorgeous <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=5270&awinaffid=650363&clickref=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.minervacrafts.com%2Fshop%2Ffabric%2Fdress-fabrics%2Fgalway-polyester-herringbone-tweed-coating-dress-fabric-black-bottle-green-per-metre" target="_blank">Herringbone Tweed Coating in Bottle Green & Black</a>. {aff link} I'll talk a lot more about this fabric in the post that will go live on the Minerva blog, soon. Stay tuned to <a href="https://www.instagram.com/heidi_handmadefrenzy/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> as I'll let you know when that happens, there!</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "open sans" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">I found the toggles at this Etsy shop, <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/609618553/2-duffle-coat-toggle-horn-button?show_sold_out_detail=1&ref=anchored_listing&frs=1" target="_blank">HERE</a>. I absolutely love the quality of these! I thought the price was quite reasonable, and the shipping was really fast even coming from France! Just an FYI, if you are ordering these for this particular coat, you will only need to order *2*, a quantity of 1 is actually 2 sets of toggles. I found this out the hard way, haha. I should have just messaged the seller to be sure, but I ordered 3, and now I have enough to make another Cascade!</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "open sans" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">It was surprisingly difficult to find at a reasonable price, I thought, but I ended up ordering it from Walmart.com of all places (link <a href="https://www.walmart.com/ip/860F-Pellon-Ultra-Weft-White-20-x-10-yds-Bolt/38571343" target="_blank">HERE</a>), because it was by far the best bang for my buck! I ordered a whole bolt of it, since it was actually the same price as ordering only a small amount from the other places that I was able to find it at. So, I guess you could say I definitely need to sew a few more coats with my extra supplies I now find myself with!</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "open sans" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">I am SUPER happy with the length of the coat. I think it is perfect for me! Next time I wouldn't shorten the sleeves since I prefer my sleeves to be a little on the longer side, and these are the "perfect" length, but I wish they were a hair longer. </span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "open sans" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">I also did a swayback adjustment on the coat, the same way Tiahna did on hers. I'm so happy to have had her expertise go before me! 😁 I took out about 1/2" around the center point of the back. It really did improve the fit for me personally, a great deal! It was a super simple adjustment because all that was needed was a center back seam along the upper back bodice and could be adjusted after the main part of the coat was assembled.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "open sans" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">All in all, the sewing went really smoothly while making the coat! I ran in to a few hiccups, but it was all 100% my fault and just not "feeling" the sewing process for part of time. I know all (or I *hope* it's all and not just me 😉) of us face this from time to time.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "open sans" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">The main fabric I used has a nap, and I was well aware of this and was super careful to cut all of my pieces correctly. But when it came to sewing the zipper in place with the zipper shields, I got a bit ahead of myself and also forgot to pay attention to the direction of the nap. OOF. I ended up sewing, unpicking, sewing, unpicking, sewing, that bit in the front THREE separate times. THREE times, y'all! I could only laugh, because by the time I was on the third round of re-sewing, I was feeling a little loopy, lol.</span></span></div>
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<span style="color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "open sans" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">~Heidi</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "open sans" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><b>Pattern: </b><a href="https://grainlinestudio.com/products/cascade-duffle-coat?variant=22646494691410" target="_blank">Cascade Duffle Coat - Grainline Studio</a> (<a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=5270&awinaffid=650363&clickref=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.minervacrafts.com%2Fshop%2Fsewing%2Fpatterns%2Fgsp16001-grainline-studio-ladies-sewing-pattern-16001-cascade-duffle-coat" target="_blank">Minerva</a> - aff link)</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "open sans" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><b>Fabric: </b></span></span><a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=5270&awinaffid=650363&clickref=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.minervacrafts.com%2Fshop%2Ffabric%2Fdress-fabrics%2Fgalway-polyester-herringbone-tweed-coating-dress-fabric-black-bottle-green-per-metre" style="font-family: "open sans", sans-serif;" target="_blank">Herringbone Tweed Coating in Bottle Green & Black</a> - Minerva {aff link}<br />
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<span style="color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "open sans" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><b>Toggles: </b><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/609618553/2-duffle-coat-toggle-horn-button?show_sold_out_detail=1&ref=anchored_listing&frs=1" target="_blank">Etsy</a> </span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "open sans" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><b>Tiana's Post with swayback adjustment: </b><a href="http://www.ammonlane.com/2019/10/sewing-outerwear-cascade-duffle-coat.html" target="_blank">Click here</a></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "open sans" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><b>Interfacing: </b><a href="https://www.walmart.com/ip/860F-Pellon-Ultra-Weft-White-20-x-10-yds-Bolt/38571343" target="_blank">Walmart</a></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "open sans" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><b>Zipper: </b><a href="https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=TZ/mm81qEsc&mid=43312&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.joann.com%2Fcoats-andamp-clark-heavyweight-metal-separating-zipper-22in%2Fprd1078.html%23srule%3Dnew-products%26start%3D73%26sz%3D72" target="_blank">Joann</a> {aff link}</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #1a1a1a; font-family: "open sans" , sans-serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><a href="https://www.heyjunehandmade.com/product/lane-raglan/?affiliates=192" target="_blank">Hey June Lane Raglan</a> + <a href="https://www.heyjunehandmade.com/product/halifax-hoodie/?affiliates=192" target="_blank">Halifax Hoodie</a> Kangaroo pocket {aff link}</span></span></div>
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Happy Friday, friends!!<br /><br />Happy FEATURE FRIDAY, actually! Today the well-loved <a href="https://www.lovenotions.com/product/allegro?affiliates=441" target="_blank">Allegro Pattern</a> {aff link} by Love Notions has be re-released with a total face lift. And, it is on sale, today only, for $5! That, my friends, is a steal. After today it will go up to the release sale price of $9 through May 21st only.<br />
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The pattern includes loads of options. If you haven't figured it out yet, all of Love Notions patterns are real workhorses and include many views in one pattern!<br />
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This particular pattern includes shorts (my FAVE) in 5" or 9" inseam, with or without cuffs; pants in two lengths, PLUS a *Brand New* jogger option; and a skirt view in two lengths as well! That is real mileage in just one pattern!<br />
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During testing, I made 2 pairs of shorts, both with a 5" inseam and the cuff option. The cuffs underwent some changes during testing, so the first version (green) I made is a little different than the final, which you will see in the khaki pair.<br />
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The new pattern has been updated with the new ladies size block and includes numerical sizes 0-32. It also includes a projector file for a paper-free sewing experience!<br />
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The original Allegro pattern was quite a bit more relaxed than this new and improved version which has been slimmed down in the legs. The rise is also higher on the new version, which makes me all sorts of happy! And my mom-tummy is happy as well. 😉<br />
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That being said, since the pattern was slimmed down, and I fall into a range of sizes, this is a blend of size 8 overall, with size 6 hips. The first pair (green) I made I only graded up in the waist, but in the final pair I also graded back out to a size 8 in the thighs as well. This is 100% true to my measurements and the pattern measurements.<br />
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The greenish pair is made in a tencel denim that has been in "the stash" for a long time. I'm about 99% sure it is from Joann.<br />
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I should note that this green pair is about an inch longer in the inseam than the intended length. Because of the changes made to the cuffs, this pair turned out a little differently. Just wanted to let you know that it does not exactly reflect the final pattern! 💚<br />
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It made a really great pair of shorts! Tencel denim is pretty rigid, and even though it is very fluid, it doesn't have much, if any, give. The thigh area did relax a bit while I wore them, but overall, they held their shape and didn't bag out.<br />
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The khaki pair is 100% linen, actually cut from a dress that I thrifted, also, quite a while ago. Y'all. My stash is amazing. I love it. 😅<br />
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*Side note: I spent years building my stash, and it was amazingly fun. I've slowed down in my fabric purchasing quite a bit because space does become an issue at a certain point! But now I am enjoying the fruits of my stashing and couldn't be happier about it! 😄<br />
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Cutting a pair of shorts from an A-line maxi tank dress with both center front and back seams, was more challenging than I had anticipated! But it was doable, and it was very satisfying to use up every sizeable piece of fabric that I acquired from it.<br />
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I had even managed to cut out back pockets for this pair, but in the end chose to leave them off, because I really like the cleaner look in the back. The front pockets are quite roomy, and they hold my phone well.<br />
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One of my very favorite features of this pattern is the waistband. It is a two-piece waistband (the best), with 1 1/2" elastic inserted for a custom fit. You will then sew channels via topstitching, and then insert a drawstring through the center channel and two buttonholes in the center front. You could also opt to install grommets for the drawstring if you'd like. Or leave the drawstring off all together! I personally love a drawstring to customize the fit, especially since my waist can fluctuate a lot, even through the course of a single day.<br />
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100% linen will relax a lot more than tencel denim. This pair will just get better and better with wear and washing. The overall feel of these on my body is a lot more relaxed than the tencel version. But both are very comfortable!<br />
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I sewed up a quick Cadence Top to go with my new khaki shorts! I still had this pattern at the ready since I had just made my fancy Cadence Dress (see <a href="http://www.handmade-frenzy.com/2020/05/cadence-dress-sewing-for-women.html" target="_blank">HERE</a>), so I decided to use it whip up a quick tank!<br /><br />
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Just an FYI, this is a size smaller than what I should have made since it was cut out for a different type of fabric. But I was curious about the fit and went for it. The coral fabric is a poly crepe with no give, and the dress fabric had loads of width-wise stretch.<br />
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The coral tank turned out okay, and I am able to wear it, but I wouldn't recommend sizing down unless your fabric will relax or has a bit of stretch. 😉 Consider this, sewists experimenting for sewists!<br />
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I have quite a bit of ideas swirling around in my head for more versions of the Allegro pattern, and I even ordered fabric for a specific version I have in mind. I'm hoping it will be here in the next few days so I can sew a little bit during the sew-along that is also happening this week!<br />
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Keep an eye out on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/heidi_handmadefrenzy/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> to see if I can make that happen! 😉<br />
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Thank you so much for stopping by!<br /><br />Happy Sewing!<br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><i>LINKS:</i></span><br />
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<li><a href="https://www.lovenotions.com/product/allegro?affiliates=441" target="_blank">Allegro</a> {aff link}</li>
<li><a href="https://www.lovenotions.com/product/cadence-dress-top-xs-xxxl?affiliates=441" target="_blank">Cadence Dress & Top</a> {aff link}</li>
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<li>All stash fabrics that are sold out, so no links today!</li>
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<span face=""open sans" , sans-serif" style="color: #1a1a1a;"><span style="background-color: white;">Today's make is a pattern I wanted to try from the Love Notions pattern collection. Which, by the way, Love Notions is running a Mother's Day Sale currently and all patterns are 40% off! That is a huge discount! The sale runs through Monday, May 11, you can check out all of their patterns <a href="https://www.lovenotions.com/shop?affiliates=441" target="_blank">HERE</a>! {aff link} They have patterns for everyone in the family, not just women! I can't wait to give some of their kids' patterns a try. I'm on the lookout for a dress pattern for my daughter because I have a bit of this fabric left, and she wants us to match. :)</span></span></div>
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<span face=""open sans" , sans-serif" style="color: #1a1a1a;"><span style="background-color: white;">The fabric is from Minerva. It's a stretch cotton jacquard, I can't find this exact one on the site, but there are lots of other similar options that I've linked to <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=5270&awinaffid=650363&clickref=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.minervacrafts.com%2Fsearch%3Fq%3Dcotton%2Bjacquard%2Bfabric" target="_blank">HERE</a>. {aff link} I had never sewn with this type of fabric before and it was interesting! I was very pleased with the outcome. The stretch of the fabric runs parallel to the selvage rather than perpendicular. So I actually cut the fabric against the grain, so that the stretch would be width-wise across my body. It worked very well, and the dress is super comfortable!</span></span></div>
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<span face=""open sans" , sans-serif" style="color: #1a1a1a;"><span style="background-color: white;">Because my fabric had stretch, I sized down a whole size from where my measurements placed me. I made a straight size small, with no adjustments. I didn't make a muslin, but I made sure to hold the paper pattern up to myself before cutting anything to make sure things looked good. The dart appeared to be in the right place, and the waist and hip lines were hitting me in the right spot, so I went for it.</span></span></div>
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<span face=""open sans" , sans-serif" style="color: #1a1a1a;"><span style="background-color: white;">The fit is spectacular. The armhole coverage is so good, and the darts are in the right place. And YES, there are darts! :) I had that question asked already since it's such a simple shape, and it's hard to see them in this print. But yes, there are bust darts which helps get a great fit, especially for someone who is a bit more blessed in that area than I am. :)</span></span></div>
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<span face=""open sans" , sans-serif" style="color: #1a1a1a;"><span style="background-color: white;">The only slight change I made to the fit was to hem it just a little higher than the hem allowance that was included. The pattern directs to hem 1", but I hemmed by about 1 3/4". I first folded up 1/2" then another generous 1". For reference, I am 5'3" tall.</span></span></div>
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<span face=""open sans" , sans-serif" style="color: #1a1a1a;"><span style="background-color: white;">The dress has no closures, it just slips on over your head, making for a really speedy sew! There really are only 5 seams to the main dress! The facing adds a little bit of time to the construction, but it's still a very fast sew.</span></span></div>
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<span face=""open sans" , sans-serif" style="color: #1a1a1a;"><span style="background-color: white;">I am very pleased with this pattern, it's a great simple shift to allow a special fabric to shine. I think it was the perfect pairing for this fun statement fabric! I will have another post on the Minerva blog soon talking all about the fabric, so stay tuned for that. I'll be sure to let you know on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/heidi_handmadefrenzy/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> when that goes live!</span></span></div>
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Today is all about the <a href="https://www.heyjunehandmade.com/product/greer-jumpsuit/?affiliates=192" target="_blank">Greer Jumpsuit</a>!! {aff link} This is the brand new pattern from <a href="https://www.heyjunehandmade.com/?affiliates=192" target="_blank">Hey June</a>, and it's a crowd pleaser, FOR SURE.<br />
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Loose fitting, easy-to-wear jumpsuits are all the rage right now, and Adrianna nailed that style in this pattern.<br />
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The pattern includes two views, with two leg lengths for each view. View A is a sleeveless, full body jumpsuit with a zipper in the back and a v-neck front. Choose to layer over a tee, or wear on it own!<br />
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View B is the view I sewed and is a bib-front, loose fitting jumpsuit that closes with ties at the shoulders and is intended for layering.<br />
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Both views include either shorts or pants options, and the pants can be sewn with or without elastic at the ankles for a cute jogger-style cuff!<br />
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I sewed a size 6, based on my measurements of; B:36.5", W:29.5", H:38". The fit is absolutely spot on! While I LOVE this style of jumpsuit, I honestly wasn't completely sure how much I would love it on myself. Well, I was blown away. After having some fun styling it, I am hooked!!!<br />
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I'll also admit, that getting in and out of jumpsuits (hello bathroom breaks) isn't always my most favorite thing and keeps me from wearing them a ton, this one is different! All I need to so is slide the straps off of my shoulders (still tied) and ta-da! Lol. What a weird thing to talk about on the internet. But seriously. It's the easiest on and off jumpsuit I have worn yet!<br />
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The sewing of this view was also really quick! Adrianna's binding method makes it faster than the traditional way that I typically use, so don't let all the finishing required, deter you!<br />
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The patch pockets are optional, of course, and you could place them on the back for a different look as well! I like having a back pocket to put my phone in, so my next version I may play around with putting them on both the front and the back, because I really like the look of having them on the front, too.<br />
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I used a fabric from my stash for this version, and to be completely honest, I thought this was going be "just a muslin". I only had about a yard, but with some creative cutting I was able to get all of the pieces from that small piece of fabric! I used a different fabric for the bias binding on the inside, but the green was a very similar color, so it's not even obvious that it isn't the same thing!<br />
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After sewing it up most of the way and trying it on, the fit was so good, and the fabric drape was so lovely that I finished it, and it became my final version! I'm in love with the color. I had originally planned to make a pair of shorts with it, but it was destined to become something greater than that. 😉<br />
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The fabric is from Joann and is from the Amaretto Linen Look collection, I'll link the current color options <a href="https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=TZ/mm81qEsc&mid=43312&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.joann.com%2Fsew-classics-linen-amaretto-linen-look-solids-many-colors%2Fprd40431.html" target="_blank">HERE</a>. {aff link}<br />
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Are you a jumpsuit lover? I know they're not for everyone, but I sure am catching the fever with this one!!<br />
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<b>Pattern: </b><a href="https://www.heyjunehandmade.com/product/greer-jumpsuit/?affiliates=192" target="_blank">Greer Jumpsuit - Hey June Handmade</a> {aff link}<br />
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I am SO excited about today's post! I had the privilege of testing the brand new, completely redone, Love Notions <a href="http://lovenotions.com/product/rhapsody?affiliates=441" target="_blank">Rhapsody Blouse</a> {aff link}! And not only is it being newly re-released today, it's also the $5 Feature Friday pattern!!<br />
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That means, for today only, you can grab the pattern, with a new extended size range and new, additional, pattern options for only $5!! After today, the price will go up to the release sale price for the rest of release week.<br />
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The pattern now includes sizes XS - 5X, a blouse option, as well as a FAB new dress option, and nine different sleeve options!! This pattern is flattering on everyone, all of the testers looked so great in their Rhapsody's.<br />
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For my tester version, I chose to make the sleeveless option, because I knew it was a version that I would reach for over and over this summer!!<br />
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The first version I made was a straight size Med with no mods at all. I made it in a poly crepe from my stash, that I purchased a couple of years ago from fabric.com.<br />
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The pattern went through a few changes from what you see here, but I felt it was a good size representation so I wanted to show it to you! The most notable change was made to the v-neck line, it was raised quite a bit from this version. The back hem length was also brought up a bit and the armsyces raised a touch. All of the other changes were made to the sleeves, so I don't have a lot to show you there. 😉<br />
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My body measurements are: High Bust: 35, B: 36, W: 29.5, H: 37.5. Based on the pattern recommendation I should have chosen a size medium based on my high-bust measurement, so that's what I made and was assigned to test.<br />
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This is where sewing experience and knowing your body also comes in to play. I know that typically (I'm not going to say always, because I think it depends on the type/style of garment) choosing a size based on my FULL bust gives me a better fit than when I choose a size based on my HIGH bust. So I really wasn't surprised when this first blouse felt just a bit too big all over, but especially up top, over my bust.<br />
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I do not consider myself a fitting "expert" by any means, so it may be that choosing a size based on my high bust and doing an SBA may yield better fit on some garments. Especially on ones that are very fitted. For the types of garments I tend to wear and sew, choosing my size based on my full bust seems to be the way to go.<br />
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So for my second version of the pattern, which ended up being the final pattern that is now released, I decided to size down to a size Small. Taking into consideration the finished garment measurements, I felt I would have no problem doing so, and also the fact that my measurements aside from my high bust put me just under the Med size chart. I also shortened the bodice by 1 inch. Aside from that, I made no changes and I think it's pretty amazing!!<br />
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I am absolutely smitten with the details of this pattern! The shoulder gathers create such a feminine look and is super flattering, especially on the sleeveless version I think! I also love, love, love, the ties!<br />
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I omitted them from my first version, because I was able to gift it to my sister (whom it fits perfectly!! YAY!) and she preferred no ties at the neck.<br />
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The back yoke is a fun detail as well, and I loved the accents and color-blocking I've seen done with that! It also provides a gorgeous clean finish on the inside. I just realized I failed to mention that the side seams are finished with french seams. This top is just as pretty on the inside as the outside!<br />
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Lastly, the inverted pleat in the back and the shirt tail hem is just so lovely, too.<br />
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I know there will be more <a href="http://lovenotions.com/product/rhapsody?affiliates=441" target="_blank">Rhapsody's</a> made in the future and I can't wait to play with those fun details! I'm swooning over the dress version. I NEED one of those in my life, for sure!! I'm just trying to pin down the right fabric for it.<br />
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The most time consuming aspect of the sewing was the binding. I love me a good binding sesh though, and really took my time to get it right with these two tops! I'm definitely feeling a bit proud of the outcome! 😄<br />
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I followed the instructions for cutting the self-fabric bias strips in the pattern, but for applying, I use a method that requires no pre-pressing and folding, so you spend less time at the iron, and less time possibly burning your fingers! 😆<br />
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If anyone is interested, let me know, and I'll try to make an IGTV of the way I do it! You can also find a similar method described in a <a href="https://grainlinestudio.com/blogs/blog/flat-bias-facings" target="_blank">tutorial on the Grainline Studio blog</a>.<br />
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The fabric I used for this second version is a rayon challis from LA Finch Fabrics. It was a remnant piece and after cutting out my top, I had juuuuust enough to eek out a top for Miss O, too! I can't wait to show you her top, it is beyond adorable on her! And how fun will the twinning opportunities be. I didn't get photos of us together, unfortunately, but if we ever get to go out in public again, we'll be sure to grab some pics when we wear them at the same time. 😀<br />
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This colorway is no longer available, but there is a blue and white version that is so nice, listed <a href="https://www.lafinchfabrics.com/collections/rayon-dress-apparel-wovens/products/famous-maker-rayon-challis-denim-blue-florals-woven-1" target="_blank">HERE</a>!<br />
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I think I've rambled on long enough now, but I definitely think the new <a href="http://lovenotions.com/product/rhapsody?affiliates=441" target="_blank">Rhapsody Blouse pattern</a> {aff link} is worth having in your pattern arsenal!<br />
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It's time to play a little catch-up with backlogged projects that haven't made it past <a href="https://www.instagram.com/heidi_handmadefrenzy/" target="_blank">Insta</a> and on to the blog!!<br />
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I'm going to start with my tester version of the <a href="https://www.chalkandnotch.com/shop/page/" target="_blank">Page Hoodie</a>!! If ya'll follow along with me on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/heidi_handmadefrenzy/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, you'll know that I'm totally in love with this pattern! Like, so, so much! I mean, cropped length, raglan sleeves, PUFFY sleeves, hoodie, all those things... Sigh. I'm so happy.<br />
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I used a fabric that was gifted to me from <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=5270&awinaffid=650363&clickref=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.minervacrafts.com%2F" target="_blank">Minerva</a>. It is called <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=5270&awinaffid=650363&clickref=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.minervacrafts.com%2Fshop%2Ffabric%2Fdress-fabrics%2Fmt-4255-401-m-quilted-jersey-knit-fabric%3Fcolour%3DIvory" target="_blank">Quilted Jersey Knit Fabric</a> {aff link}, it is 100% cotton, and it's so lovely! And squishy. And cozy. I lurve it! It's available in several colors, I think a Dusty Rose version would be so gorgeous, too!<br />
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My post with much more about this fabric will be live later on the Minerva Blog, I will be sure to let you know when it is published there, via <a href="https://www.instagram.com/heidi_handmadefrenzy/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>!<br />
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I made a straight size 8, with zero mods, banded hem option, full sleeve option. My body measurements are: B:36, W:29.5, H: 37.5<br />
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I love it so hard! It's super cozy, I love having extra cozy sleeves, and in this sweatshirt fabric paired with the full sleeves it just works. It keeps me warm, and I think it's beyond cute! I love how the cuffs are perfectly snug so they keep the cold out at the wrists, but it's also easy to push them up on my arms and they stay put very nicely.<br />
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I had so much fun adding little details to this sweatshirt. I decided to use a floral lining for the hood, for a pop of fun against all the white. The lining fabric is <a href="https://raspberrycreekfabrics.com/collections/knit-apparel-fabrics/rayon-spandex" target="_blank">rayon spandex from Raspberry Creek Fabrics.</a> The ribbing is from <a href="https://www.hobbylobby.com/" target="_blank">Hobby Lobby</a>. Having used this ribbing once now, I can't wait for their stores to re-open so I can grab another option to have on hand! It worked so well for this sweatshirt, I know it will be perfect for any future ones, too!<br />
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The eyelets are a kit I purchased from Joann, I've linked the exact ones <a href="https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=TZ/mm81qEsc&mid=43312&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.joann.com%2Fdritz-large-eyelet-kit-with-tool-1-4in-12-pkg%2F1032275.html%3Futm_source%3Dgoogle%26utm_medium%3Dcpc%26source%3DTIS-S%26WT.srch%3D1%26gclid%3DCj0KCQjwyur0BRDcARIsAEt86ID6fPTHYDyjvx_Ck_Ut2RPyvVEq9yWZtTgPbtuwhZCh6KpwC1AyjnUaAplUEALw_wcB" target="_blank">HERE</a>. {aff link} The drawstring is actually a shoelace that I purchased from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/DragunfliDesignz?ref=simple-shop-header-name&listing_id=651928360&section_id=25265250" target="_blank">THIS</a> Etsy shop. Gabriela gets full credit for finding the shop and passing along the idea to use shoelaces for the drawstrings. It's absolutely perfect! And I loved that I could choose a COPPER (swoon) end on the shoelace!<br />
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I don't typically wear my hood up on sweatshirts, but getting caught in a random rain shower is also definitely a possibility where I live, so it's nice to have that option and for it to be completely functional!<br />
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It's just such a cute sweatshirt. Gotta get on the task of making a few more, asap! :) I truly can't wait to dive into the mini version too! Have you seen some of the seriously cute ones that have been sewn up already?? Check <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/minipagehoodie/" target="_blank">#minipagehoodie</a> to see some cuties!<br />
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I love how people are pairing them with the Mini Hudsons. Gosh. I need twice as many hours and energy in my day to sew all the things. Lol.<br />
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Things are warming up here in NC, but we just came out of a cooler week that definitely required sweatshirts. So if you live anywhere in a cooler climate on this side of the equator, you still have plenty of time to sew up one or two, or a few, for the spring season! 😄<br />
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I love me some good knit patterns, and this is definitely a GOOD knit pattern. I love Chalk and Notch patterns, but I think I can confidently say, this one is my absolute fave!! 😍<br />
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I know there will be plenty more Page Hoodies in my life, and it is definitely a blank slate for hacking, so I'm sure there will be variations too!<br />
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Have you sewn any Page Hoodies yet? If not, you probably need to get on that! 😉<br />
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Fabric: <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=5270&awinaffid=650363&clickref=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.minervacrafts.com%2Fshop%2Ffabric%2Fdress-fabrics%2Fmt-4255-401-m-quilted-jersey-knit-fabric%3Fcolour%3DIvory" target="_blank">Quilted Jersey Knit Fabric</a> - <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=5270&awinaffid=650363&clickref=&ued=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.minervacrafts.com%2F" target="_blank">Minerva</a> {aff link}<br />
Pattern: <a href="https://www.chalkandnotch.com/shop/page/" target="_blank">Page Hoodie</a> - Chalk and Notch<br />
Eyelets: <a href="https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=TZ/mm81qEsc&mid=43312&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.joann.com%2Fdritz-large-eyelet-kit-with-tool-1-4in-12-pkg%2F1032275.html%3Futm_source%3Dgoogle%26utm_medium%3Dcpc%26source%3DTIS-S%26WT.srch%3D1%26gclid%3DCj0KCQjwyur0BRDcARIsAEt86ID6fPTHYDyjvx_Ck_Ut2RPyvVEq9yWZtTgPbtuwhZCh6KpwC1AyjnUaAplUEALw_wcB" target="_blank">Joann</a> {aff link}<br />
Shoelace: <a href="https://click.linksynergy.com/deeplink?id=TZ/mm81qEsc&mid=43312&murl=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.joann.com%2Fdritz-large-eyelet-kit-with-tool-1-4in-12-pkg%2F1032275.html%3Futm_source%3Dgoogle%26utm_medium%3Dcpc%26source%3DTIS-S%26WT.srch%3D1%26gclid%3DCj0KCQjwyur0BRDcARIsAEt86ID6fPTHYDyjvx_Ck_Ut2RPyvVEq9yWZtTgPbtuwhZCh6KpwC1AyjnUaAplUEALw_wcB" target="_blank">Etsy</a><br />
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