Yellow makes me happy, especially in the winter, I think it’s the perfect remedy for dull days. In this issue of Make It Wear It, Mckell made a lovely Orono Top that brightens up my day. Before jumping into the details, let me say thank you to our fabric sponsor, imagine gnats. Yes, Mckell used […]
The holiday season is upon us. I know that to most of you, it’s also your busy season. And some of you are even sewing some gifts for others (kudos to you!). My friends, let me introduce you to your new best friend, the Cape Cod Capelet pattern!For one week (through November 12, 2019), the Cape […]
I am so inspired by Bernice’s post and her photos! In this issue of Make It Wear It, Bernice made a yellow Davina Dress and wear it in so many ways. It’s such a happy color and puts a big smile on my face! Many thanks to imagine gnats as our fabric sponsor. I have to […]
I think an understated skirt is suitable for all seasons. Mackenzie is showing us in this issue of Make It Wear It how she wears her Seville Skirt and looks as elegant as can be.But first of all, let me give thanks to our fabric sponsor, Beautiful Textiles. Take one took at their catalog and […]
You can’t beat a button-down shirt made in an effortless fabric. Jen just made one using the Bonn Shirt and Dress pattern for her fall wardrobe, and she is extremely happy with it!Let me give my sincere thanks to our sponsor, imagine gnats, for this gorgeous and yummy fabric. Now I’ll hand the stage to […]
Your wait is over! A classic denim jacket with all the bells and whistles AND CUP SIZES! Sorry, I didn’t mean to yell, but I can hardly contain my excitement! For one week (through September 17, 2019), the Atenas Jacket sewing pattern is 20% off. The volume discount still applies—get 15% off your entire cart if […]
This tutorial is meant to accompany the instructions of the Atenas Jacket. Similar to all other Itch to Stitch patterns, the instructions of the Atenas Jacket pattern are sufficient (and quite detailed actually) to walk you through every step of the way to construct the welt pocket, but I feel that a photo tutorial would […]
A while back, we discussed how to sew a flat-felled seam. The flat-felled seam is indeed very nice: raw edges are enclosed, it looks very professional, and it is very strong. However, what are other choices when we want to have the look of the flat-felled seam, but want a quicker finish? You can give […]
I always thought of a jacket with notched lapel as something formal. But after seeing Hannah’s styling with the La Paz Jacket, my opinion is changed. She looks amazing in her various outfits with the La Paz Jacket. Take a look at her experience making and wearing the jacket that almost feels like a cozy […]
I aspire to wear more layers and to mix and match my custom-made clothes. Today Ajaire is showing us how she does it with the Dana Point Top and the Salamanca Cropped Jacket. I really like the concept of a longer layer inside with a shorter layer outside!First of all, let me thank our generous […]
Trans-seasonal time is difficult to sew for, isn’t it? It can be warm enough to go swimming, or it can be cold enough for hot chocolate (OK, I agree that I can always have some hot chocolate, even if it means I need to hide inside a refrigerator.)But pants sewing is always appropriate. This new […]
A vest is a great trans-seasonal garment, isn’t it? To be honest, I didn’t think a vest could change an outfit that much until I see the styles that MJ put together with the Envigado Vest! Before we look at the details of MJ’s Envigado, let me give thanks to Raspberry Creek Fabrics for this […]
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