So with the lingerie and swimwear done I just had to finish off with some summer top makes. Busy with work, time was running out, so I settled with using up the linen from the Lander Shorts and making some True Bias Ogden Camis. I bought both patterns together after following Lauren Guthrie's Summer Wardrobe blogs.
Read MoreLingerie marathon finished I turned my attention to the July Sew My Style patterns. Initially I thought I would try the Forsythe Trousers from Blank Slate Patterns as I thought the Lander Pant & Short from True Bias was not for me. Then, Lauren Guthrie posted a blog on the short version and a decision was made.
Read MoreAs there is a beautifully photographed 3 day sew along on the blog this is a short post on the Madalynne X Simplicity 8624 pattern and the white and yellow bra kit. As an an alternative to making the Orange Lingerie Montgomery brief, as I always do when I have a small amount of lace, I tried the Kingston thong.
Read MoreJust a quick look at the making of the lace overlay version of the Jordy Bralette along with the Orange Lingerie Montgomery brief.
Read MoreI first came across Emerald Erin when I started making lingerie last year. Sourcing supplies was difficult from here in the UK so I spread the net and tried out a whole range of fabrics and findings for both lingerie and swimwear from her shop. I was hooked! So when she released her first patterns I wanted to be one of the first to make.
Read MoreI waited in eager anticipation for my order from the Tailor Made Shop to arrive which included the Orange Lingerie Marborough bra kit. I order as soon as Ying posts new kits on Instagram as they seem to get snapped up in minutes. I have been so busy so had to wait until weekend to start making. Good job it was cold and wet all weekend!
Read MoreBeen rather busy with actual work so not much on the sewing front. A colleague had a baby so I got to try out Blank Slate Patterns Snuggle PJs. A good size range from 3m to 12y. The organic cotton panda fabric is perfect. I didn't have to make any binding as I had the black jersey bias the right width and weight of fabric. The bottoms are quilting cotton I chose as it had just a hint of pink
Read MoreDeciding what to do next became more of a problem over Christmas as the arrival of the Cricut Maker and the Sizzix Big Shot brought even more possibilities. So many new skills to learn. I was quite glad when the kit I bought on discount arrived from Costura Secret shop. Instagram is great for promotion alerts.
Read MoreStreet Style describe themselves as scandinavian inspired sewing patterns for women and is the clothing line of designer Melissa Hendrickson also the owner of Brindille & Twig who create sewing patterns for babies and toddlers with a focus on knit fabrics.
Read MoreFinally got to start sewing today. Out of sequence with the pattern I did the lining bits first as I had the blue cotton in the machine. I also thought I would see how well the hood and sleeves went together before sewing the waxed cotton. The walking foot came out for the understitching as I had a lot of bulk especially on the back pleat. Fitted together pretty well.
Read MoreInspired by Lauren Guthrie's version of the Kelly Anorak I bought the PDF version as well as the lining expansion pack in the Black Friday sale. A fortuitous trip to Birmingham that day I was able to source all the supplies I needed to complete from Guthrie and Ghani. The fabric is a Millerain waxed cotton and I chose an Atelier Brunette cotton lawn which picked up the gold. I did buy quite a few other things but that is another day.
Read MoreBeen busy so not much sewing done but so much planned. Finally got all my supplies ready to make the Vogue dress pattern.
Read MoreAfter the lingerie set and the embroidered sweatshirt I decided to round the week off with the pencil skirt from The Maker's Atelier Essential Collection. Well I had just bought the sequin fabric from Bambers As the skirt is made in stretch fabric it doesn't restrict movement like a traditional tailored pencil skirt.
Read MoreOne of the first sites I came across when googling embroidery designs was Urban Threads. They describe their designs as alternative and offbeat. Checkout their website for helpful videos and tutorials. I was drawn to the Wicked Cute design pack.
Read MoreAt first, I wasn't too sure about going to this event, but was persuaded by a 2 for 1 deal that came through from the Sewing Quarter. So I thought I would give it a try and drag my husband down to London for the weekend.
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