#sewmystyle

[kuddlebumz]

Oooh, I love my new Blanc T! It was so simple to put together and the knit I found in my stash is the perfect weight for a summer shirt. So so happy with it! Pattern: Blanc T from @blankslatepatterns . . . . #blanctshirt #sewmystyle #creativehappylife #imakemyclothes #memadeclothes #memade #sewcialists #garmentsewing #isewmyclothes #sewinglife #sewingskills #myhandmade #makersmovement #sewingaddict #tntpattern #handmadefashion #madebyme #sewingproject #memadewardrobe #handmadewardrobe #diyfashion #imakemyownclothes #millenialsewing #isew #sewistsofinstagram #instasew #imadethis #handmadewardrobe #classictee #summerfashion https://www.instagram.com/p/CeU8IMBthSV/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[jenamaen]

The growing fear of the COVID19 is causing the increasing privilege to stay at home for those people who are working. And since Im a stay at home wife for now, Im happy to have lots of things to get myself preoocupied. So i am not hazed by the thought of staying at home all day. 😯 ... I didnt choose sewing as hobby at first. I saw it as a chance to create my own fashion when fashion was unreachable for me. But I got hooked. To be able to create something out of a piece of fabric is so satisfying. And who wouldnt feel relaxed by the buzzing sound of the sewing machine? (Or is it just me? 🤣) ... Jersey or stetch knits are one of the trickiest fabrics to work with. However, its the first kind of fabrics I started working with because of how nicely it drapes on the body. Its a love and hate relationship for me since Ive gone through so many broken needles and crumples and puckered stitches working with it. Even then, I still love it because of how its so versatile for everybody type. ... We all learn from our mistakes. And if you could count how many mistakes Ive had making this knotted dress, Ill treat you to something...🤣😀😀👍Im always up for a sewing challenge and this one hit the note really well, from cutting it to assembling it, I had to stop myself from cursing because its confusing as ever. 😯🤣😀 .... I had to make it work so I wont waste pretty fabric. For home sewers out there..Would you take the plunge working with challenging fabrics like this?🙏😀 * Also shoutout to my awesome hubby @symba_5.12 for taking this wonderful pics. So blessed to have him being so patient with me for all of my quirks. 😀❤ . . . . #sewingcommunity #sewingfun #sewingforme #slowfashion #sewingjersey #sewingpatternsandprints #sewingmystashoff #sewmystyle #sewingmystyle #sewingchallenge #fashionphotography #fashiondiaries #sewinghobby #fabricmartmake #fabricmartfabrics (at Lake Barcroft, Virginia) https://www.instagram.com/p/B9mAQ2ihYud/?igshid=1rbfapn605owg

[hartsfabric]

Dana whipped up an adorable Toaster Sweater by @sewhouse7! She used a super soft and cozy blush pink sweater knit from Ella Moss (item #90605)! #sewing #fabric #sewistsofinstagram #toastersweater1 #sewhouseseven #isew #sewmystyle #hartsfabric #sewyourhartout (at Harts Fabric)

[clobbercreations]

Here is my first make as part of project #sewmystyle

The first pattern was toaster sweater 2 by Sew House Seven.  This is not a pattern I would automatically choose myself.  However, the whole point of completing this challenge is to move out of my comfort zone!

I chose a red jersey fabric from a local haberdashery.  This fabric was sturdy, which works well to maintain the neck collar.

The instructions are detailed well.  I used the pdf version to save money and found that using a guillotine sped along the cut and stick stage!

Another new product I tested with this make is using carbon paper, which revolutionised the cutting stage!  It is much faster as I did not have to trace my size and then cut it out before pinning it on.  Tilly and the Buttons have a great tutorial on how to use it here.

This was my third attempt with knit fabrics and I decided to use my overlocker for the seams round the shoulders and down the sides.  I was quite nervous using it as it trims at the same time, leaving little margin of error!  However, it does a great job as it feels less like you are going to stretch the garment out of shape!  It’s very quick too.

The main issue I had was with using a twin needle.  I adjusted the tension and used knit hemming tape alongside a walking foot, but I think that a stretch or ball point twin needle was needed.

I wasn’t sure about the dropped hem at the back, but now it’s made, I like this feature.

Overall, it was a great make and I look forward to starting February’s garment; the fabrics ready and waiting!

#sewmystyle – January Here is my first make as part of project #sewmystyle The first pattern was toaster sweater 2 by Sew House Seven.  

[houseofyeshuafabrics]

(AD)Hello y'all! Tropical temperatures asks for a new skirt in a loooovely geometric/polka-dot print with bright/fluorescent☀️ yellow accents. The wax print fabric by @houseofyeshuafabrics is gorgeous yet a bit stiffer than usual. This makes it perfect to make a sculptural skirt with pleats and ofcourse pockets!! (Yess, it has😃😎). Fabric: gifted in exchange for a post by @houseofyeshuafabrics Pattern: @knipmode November 2020 I'll tell a bit more on the patternhack I did and zoom in on the patternmatching task I had. Stay tuned. #patternmatching #patternhacking #patternmixing #jointhepatternparty #sewtogetherforsummer #summerwardrobe #sewmystyle #MADEBYLIESL #sewinfluencer #sewforme #nähenfürfrauen #naaieniship #naaienisleuk #naaiproject #sewingcommunity #sewersgonnasew #makersgonnamake #imademyclothes #memadewardrobe #houseofyeshuafabricsgroup #sewingblog #sewforinstagram #summersewing #summerfashion #voguepatterns #mccallspatterns #ankarafabrics #waxprint #mmm2021 https://www.instagram.com/p/CQHNh5yMkVq/?utm_medium=tumblr

[lamazifabrics]

We are over the moon to announce that almost full collection of the Swedish fashion label Named Clothing sewing patterns are up on the website! I love the clean-lined detail and simplicity of these patterns. Yet stylish and contemporary... I cannot wait to try them all!! There are more than shown on this photo, check the link for more https://lamazifabrics.com/collections/named-clothing #namedclothing @namedclothing #lamazifabrics #indiesewingpattern #indiepatterns #sewingblogger #sewing #bloggersofinstagram #ilovesewing #stylishsewing #sewmystyle #sewmystyle2018 #dressmaker #dressmaking #seamstress #sewcialists #sewcialistsofinstagram #sewistsofinstagram #makersgonnamake #makersofinstagram #handmade #imakemyownclothes #isewmyownclothes #isew (at England)

[kathy-im-lost]

Before I started sewing, I don't recall trying to photograph my own arse at all. New leggings! Fabric from @fabworksmillshop, pattern by @megannielsenpatterns as part of #sewmystyle #virginialeggings

[runningnstylerns]

Hello my lovely #sewing friends, I am wearing my new #toastersweater in the Rice Bowl fabric. Check profile for link to my latest vlog as I share my review of this awesome design by @sewhouse7 for my #2017makenine #sewmystyle challenge #diyfashion #ethicalfashion #dressmaking #memade #instasew #maker #handmadewardrobe #handmadelife #sewersofinstagram #youtuber #modernsewist #customsewing #diystyle #imadeit #specialists #seeitsewitstyleit #sewingissexy #sewingblogger #sewingvlogger #sewingvlog #ethicalfashion #sewingtall

[sewingscientist]

I love the SoTa tunic & dress from @georgeandgingerpatternco It’s still summer in Texas, but I can’t wait to make a SoTa with sweater knit for when Fall decides to arrive. It’s on sale through Sunday. Link in bio. #znqfabric #fabric #sewing #sew #sewingproject #sewingpatterns #sewingpattern #pdfpattern #godets #flowydress #twirlydress #georgeandgingerpatternco #sotatunic #slowfashion #sewcialists #isew #isewmyownclothes #isewclothes #sewinglove #lovesewing #chronicallysewn #sewmystyle — view on Instagram https://ift.tt/2zSGIpk

[hellostitchstudio]

Tonight is Sewing Support Group! Every third Thursday, meet up with others who share your passion for sewing clothes. Find the encouragement and inspiration you need to work on projects (and finish them!), help each other with fit issues, and get technical assistance from others who may have already sewn a similar project. Set aside a few hours for yourself every month to relax and have fun sewing with a community of friends. This isn't a class and there is no formal teacher or structure, it's a place to share, create (and use our coverstitch machine)! ⠀ ⠀ Find out more info and sign up in our bio under Meet-Ups. See you tonight! ⠀ ⠀ #sewingsupportgroup #handmadewardrobe #sewmystyle #burdachallenge2018 #memadeeveryday #sewingmeetup #garmentsewing #sfeastbay #berkeley (at Berkeley, California)

[kuddlebumz]

I have always wanted to try this Blanc T pattern and found this knit in my stash that screams summer. Check back on Friday to see the finished product 🤩 . . . #blanct #sewmystyle #creativehappylife #imakemyclothes #memadeclothes #memade #sewcialists #garmentsewing #isewmyclothes #sewinglife #sewingskills #myhandmade #makersmovement #sewingaddict #tntpattern #handmadefashion #madebyme #sewingproject #memadewardrobe #handmadewardrobe #diyfashion #imakemyownclothes #millenialsewing #isew #sewistsofinstagram #instasew #imadethis #handmadewardrobe #sewingcommunity https://www.instagram.com/p/CeOFrNGuEMo/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[clobbercreations]

#sewmystyle - July - Valley Blouse

#sewmystyle – July – Valley Blouse

Another month, another sew my style pattern complete!  This month was Cali Faye’s Valley Blouse. (more…)

[lamazifabrics]

@atelierbrunette #moonstone rayon fabrics have been one of the most popular choices this week... it’s time to restock ✂️❤️ https://lamazifabrics.com/collections/atelier-brunette-fabrics ☀️ #fabricaddict #fabricstash #atelierbrunette #sewing #sewcialistsofinstagram #sewersofinstagram #sewcialists #sewmystyle2018 #sewmystyle #makersgonnamake #handmadewardrobe #handmade #lamazifabrics #isew #isewmyownclothes

[clobbercreations]

#sewmystyle - June - Briar Tee

#sewmystyle – June – Briar Tee

I can’t believe it’s nearly the end of June!  I cut out the fabric for June’s make at the very beginning but found myself actually constructing it towards the end of the month, assuming I still had loads of time.  This month, it was back to knits. (more…)

[clobbercreations]

#sewmystyle - May - Califaye Collection Pocket Skirt

#sewmystyle – May – Califaye Collection Pocket Skirt

Another month has whizzed by but unlike the past couple of months, I’ve actually managed to make this month’s garment in time for the end of the month! (more…)

[clobbercreations]

Once again, I found myself blundering out of another month without a completed project for #sewmystyle.  My flaw in April was that I completely forgot to prewash the fabric until the day I chose to cut out the pieces.  I ended up washing it while I cut out pieces for another project on my list, and then with other deadlines appearing, April came and went!

I did manage to start the project in April; I just had to finish it on 1st May!

Apart from the skirt for May’s make, this is the pattern I really wasn’t sure about making as part of #sewmystyle.  I would not normally choose this style of dress and I wasn’t sure whether it was worth making.  I was unsure about the open back and high front neckline.  But now that it’s made and I’ve worn it, I’m really happy with it.  The back doesn’t gape open like I thought it would, and it’s comfortable.

I did make quite a few mistakes on this project – mainly not concentrating enough when I needed to check pieces were “right sides together” which meant a fair bit of unpicking!  This is probably why it’s taken me longer to make than the other projects in this challenge so far.  However, as it is a whole outfit, it’s been worth the extra time.

Details

Pattern Name: Bridgetown backless

Variation/Style: Dress C (you can make a tunic top too or a dress with a panel)

Design House: Sew House Seven

Size I made: 8

Fabric

Red polyester crepe from Fabric Land.

Difficulty

You need a woven fabric which drapes well or you can make one from knit fabric.  I did the woven version.  I struggled with attaching the facings and ensured I pinned then tacked the different stages before machine stitching.  I’d say the fabric needed for this project provides the biggest challenge.

It’s an easy one to fit as it has an elasticated waist and no darts.  The sleeves are simple too as you don’t need to ease them into armholes!

Clarity

I found the instructions were clear.  It was useful that the seam allowance was highlighted on nearly all of the steps.  I did get a bit confused with attaching the facing but I think this was just me (I think I go the two pages of instructions for this mixed up so I was reading the latter instructions first)!

Fit

I was apprehensive about the fit, worried that it might gape too much at the back.  However, it doesn’t and it fits well.  The only adjustment I made was to make the length on the skirt section an inch and a half longer so that the hem sits just above the knee.

Design

This dress features a loose fitting bodice and skirt section which are gathered with an elasticated waist.  It has kimono style sleeves which drop off the shoulder, a high front neckline and a cross-over draped open back.

Time taken

I made this in two sittings.  I believe it took me two days to complete  This includes cutting out, and tacking at every stage.

Conclusion

I really wasn’t sure about the design of this dress and would not have chosen this style if it wasn’t part of the challenge.  However, now it’s made, I’m really pleased with it.  It fits nicely and it’s comfortable to wear.

#sewmystyle – April – Bridgetown dress Once again, I found myself blundering out of another month without a completed project for #sewmystyle…