Mens Sewing: McCalls M6044 Pattern Review

Updated 22/8/2022. I have another men’s shirts sewn from McCalls M6044 in a fabulous watermelons poplin cotton that I bought from Etsy. Mens sewing can be such a challenging task,... Read More
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Burda 9/2022 Preview |First Look |Commentary | Line Drawings

Today’s post is the Burda 9/2022 preview. I only recently received my Burda 8/2022 issue which had a statement trenchcoat as the highlight. I really loved Burda 7/2022 and am... Read More
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6x Kate & Rose Giselle Dress Sewing Pattern Review

Updated 12/7/2022. This is a pattern review of two views of Kate & Rose Giselle Dress Sewing pattern. I have 6 of the Giselle dress versions to share in this... Read More
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Tessuti Patterns Apron Sewing Pattern Review

I sewed up the Tessuti Patterns Apron sewing pattern using a neutral beige linen fabric to recreate a Japanese crossback style apron that I have admired for a while. One... Read More
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Burda 8/2022 Preview |First Look |Commentary | Line Drawings

Here is the Burda 8/2022 preview. I really loved Burda 7/2022 and am sewing the vintage/retro dress. Burda 5/2022 was a dresses-galore issue that I loved! Burda 4/2022 has a... Read More
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Burda 2/2021 #101 Pattern Review

Burda 2/2021 #101 is one of those patterns in the magazine that I knew I had to sew up as soon as I got the magazine. The pattern pieces may... Read More
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Sewing for Children | Ottobre Design Kids 3/2015 Daisy Dresses

I made some summer dresses for my twins. Making them summer dresses seems to have become quite a bit of a tradition. My twin girls had the luck of being... Read More
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Kitschy Coo Girls’ Skater Dress Sewing Pattern Review

This is an updated Kitschy Coo Girls’ Dress sewing pattern review. The full review is after the pictures of the many variations I have sewn of this rather easy kids... Read More
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Burda 7/2022 Preview | First Look | Commentary | Line Drawings

Here is the Burda 7/2022 preview. Burda 5/2022 was a dresses-galore issue that I loved! Burda 4/2022 has a lovely cottage core section that I found adorable and inspiring. So... Read More
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Burda 6/2022 Line Drawings | Commentary |

Here we are with Burda 6/2022 preview. Burda 5/2022 was a dresses-galore issue that I loved! Burda 4/2022 has a lovely cottage core section that I found adorable and inspiring.... Read More
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Burda 5/2022 Preview | First Look |Commentary | Line Drawings

Burda 5/2022 line drawings are here and it’s a dresses-galore issue! Burda 4/2022 has a lovely cottage core section that I found adorable and inspiring. So far Burda 1/2022 was... Read More
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Jalie Nico Raglan Tee 3669 Sewing Pattern Review

Here is a favourite raglan T-shirt sewing pattern that I have sewn 5 times already – Jalie 3669 Nico Raglan Tee. I love sewing for my husband as it is... Read More
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Burda 11/2013 #103 Sewing Pattern Review | A Brief Foray into Kibbe Soft Gamine

Today’s post is a Burda 11/2013 #103 pattern review, a lovely billowy blouse sewn in Liberty silk crepe de chine. The top has been on my Trello “Patterns to Sew”... Read More
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Burda 4/2022 Preview | First Look | Commentary | Line Drawings

Updated 3/4/2022 Here we are with Burda 4/2022 first-look preview. So far Burda 1/2022 was a bit meh, while Burda 2/2022 had some interesting design. The most recent Burda 3/2022... Read More
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Tailor Academy Review

Today’s post is a review of Tailor Academy – an online sewing masterclass for all levels taught by Stefan Wimmer, a ninth-generation tailor. Being a committed lifelong learner means I... Read More
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Vogue 1549 DVF Wrap Dress Pattern Review

Updated 10/02/2022. Todays post is all about that iconic 70s vintage wrap dress from Diane von Furstenberg. I now have made it for the second time in a cotton lawn... Read More
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McCalls M6044 Chambray Men’s Shirt

McCalls M6044 is the pattern that keeps on giving! I love using this pattern to make shirts for my husband. This would be number 9 that I have made for... Read More
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Trend Patterns Raglan Dress TPC22 Sewing Pattern Review

Today’s post is a Trend Patterns Raglan Dress TPC22 sewing pattern review that I made last year in the most gorgeous Liberty Silk. I’ll start off by saying that I... Read More
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Burda 3/2022 Preview |First Look |Commentary | Line Drawings

Updated 6/3/2022. The line drawings for Burda 3/2022 are here and I must say – there are many dresses in this issue. I can’t wait for my issue to arrive.... Read More
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Burda 2/2022 Preview |First Look | Commentary | Line Drawings

Updated 6/3/2022. After an underwhelming Burda 1/2022, the line drawings for Burda 2/2022 have arrived! Scroll on for the first look, full line drawings, and a video browse through of... Read More
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