tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-72161859611286269652024-03-13T09:08:29.247+00:00The Magnificent ThreadFashion, fit and fabricShauni Shttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12962760401014329900noreply@blogger.comBlogger166125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7216185961128626965.post-73399744603665722252019-08-19T08:19:00.001+01:002019-08-19T08:20:42.623+01:00Simplicity 8608 Hack in Bubble Satin Crepe<div style="text-align: left;">
It's been a while... and part of the reason why is that I honestly needed a break after spending what felt like half a lifetime sewing (and hand hemming) this Simplicity 8608 hack. Luckily I think the finished thing is sort of beautiful and it's up on the <a href="https://www.minervacrafts.com/blog/projects/simplicity-8608-hack-in-bubble-satin-crepe" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Minerva blog</span></a> now!</div>
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Now to find an appropriate occasion to wear such a luxe dress and... take a step back onto the everyday sewing wagon! I have plenty of plans lined up for my favourite sewing season - Autumn!</div>
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Thanks to Minerva for providing the fabric for this project. See the full review over on their <a href="https://www.minervacrafts.com/blog/projects/simplicity-8608-hack-in-bubble-satin-crepe" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">blog</span></a> now.</div>
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<br />Shauni Shttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12962760401014329900noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7216185961128626965.post-73695640268162626732019-06-27T12:42:00.000+01:002019-06-27T12:42:26.880+01:00Trend Patterns TPC10 Wide Leg Flares<div style="text-align: left;">
WOW I LOVE THESE FLARES! If you followed my <a href="https://www.magnificentthread.com/2019/06/me-made-may-2019-final-round-up.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Me Made May</span></a> efforts then you're probably already aware of that fact. Anyway, I'm pleased to say that the full review of the Trend Patterns TPC10 Wide Leg Flares in this seriously luxurious chunky cord is now live over on the <a href="https://www.minervacrafts.com/blog/projects/trend-patterns-tpc10-wide-leg-flares" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Minerva Crafts Blog</span></a>!</div>
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I'm talking adjustments (there were many), muslins (I did two) and finishing the hem by hand (which took a looooonnng time) in the post! Read it in full <a href="https://www.minervacrafts.com/blog/projects/trend-patterns-tpc10-wide-leg-flares" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">here</span></a>.<br />
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After making the <a href="https://www.magnificentthread.com/2019/03/paper-theory-olya-shirt.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Paper Theory Olya Shirt</span></a> in March, I vowed to make it again in a block colour to really show off the outrageously good construction/style lines... but it's just so hard to keep a word when the perfect fabric presents itself! </div>
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I at least half followed through on my promise to this fantastic pattern, this time making the dress version. Whilst I like my previous Olya Shirt, and had the most fun making it, it hasn't seen as much wear as I would've liked, in part because I just don't really wear shirts! I haven't seen as many people make the lengthened Olya Shirt Dress, but for me, it hands-down tops the shirt, with absolutely perfect proportions. </div>
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Now let's talk fabric. This viscose twill is arguably one of my best fabric buys of all time and it's purchase perfectly rounded off the best long weekend spent with fellow sewists in Paris for <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/parissewcial/?hl=en" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">#parissewcial</span></a>. <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jess_sews_clothes/?hl=en" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Jess</span></a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/rozbea_seams/?hl=en" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Roz</span></a> and I were lucky enough that our cheap-Eurostar-deal hotel was located almost at the foot of the steps to th<span style="font-family: inherit;">e <span style="background-color: white; color: #222222;">Sacré-Cœur</span></span><span style="background-color: white; color: #222222; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">,</span> and even luckier still that it was in the centre of the local fabric district. Housed at the end of our street on Rue d'Orsel was my favourite of the bunch, Sacrés Coupons.</div>
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Most of the fabric shops sold pre-cut 3m lengths, and it was often a case of digging through the mountains of fabric available. I was particularly reserved, only buying fabric I considered to be different to that I could get at home. For me, the unusual graphic and abstract prints are the rarest of fabric finds, so I was very lucky to grab a 3m length of this crazy printed viscose on our final morning (we ducked in Sacrés Coupons as the shutters opened, whilst on our way to catch the Eurostar home)! </div>
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The last fabric in my case definitely demanded to be the first one sewn, and the weight and drape seemed perfect for an Olya Shirt Dress. It's definitely lighter than my previous shirt version, plus I used extra light interfacing for the placket/cuffs/collar and it's much improved - is it just me who stills struggles to pick the right interfacing for a project?</div>
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Whilst the pattern of the fabric might detract from some of the garment's design details, it does make them even more exciting at close inspection. I talked all about the cool construction in my <a href="https://www.magnificentthread.com/2019/03/paper-theory-olya-shirt.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">previous review</span></a>, but I have to say, I still can't get over the wonder that is the sleeve/yoke square seam.<br />
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One big change I made this time was to entirely eliminate the breast pockets. Whilst their design is no doubt excellent, I found the pockets on my last version just didn't sit right across my fairly full bust - I ended up stitching them closed as they gaped during wear. I still stuck with the topstitching detail along the yoke, and I think overall it's made for a much neater wear/finish for me!<br />
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The length is great and really balances out the full sleeves - I'd even consider adding another inch or two to future versions. I'm also all for a skirt side split - I even skipped the bottom button to have a bit more movement in the front too (risqué)! </div>
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I feel like I'm really gushing now, but this absolutely my dress of the summer and currently feels like my dress of full-hearted happiness. It was created in a lovely calm week off work, sewing at a slow pace, and the fabric holds memories of a dear weekend in one of my favourite cities, with my inspirational internet friends, new and old.</div>
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I fully recommend a viscose for the Shirt Dress as this has been the perfect pattern/fabric pairing. Now to commit to making a plain version, maybe in a very basic black or khaki viscose... one day! I have another piece of Parisian patterned viscose earmarked for the Paper Theory Zadie Jumpsuit next!</div>
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Shauni Shttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12962760401014329900noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7216185961128626965.post-85851221731959927022019-06-02T23:01:00.002+01:002019-06-02T23:01:46.493+01:00Me Made May 2019 - the final round up<div style="text-align: left;">
It's been quite a May - maybe one of the best! I tried a little too hard to wear something different each day in the <span style="color: cyan;"><a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2019/05/me-made-may-2019-mid-way-point.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">first half</span></a> </span>of the month, which in hindsight, was quite superficial - it's something I wouldn't normally strive to do. I'm pleased that in week 3 and 4 I fully embraced the clothes and combinations I know and love, and I felt happy, comfortable and confident as a result - maybe it shows, or maybe it's just that Parisian glow..?</div>
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15th - Sleeveless Papercut Patterns Rise Turtleneck, <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2015/02/rainy-daysunny-sews.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">self-drafted skirt</span></a><br />
16th - Pretty Mercerie <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/12/pretty-mercerie-sayan-blouse.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Sayan Blouse</span></a>, <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/05/m7661-trousers.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">M7661</span></a> Trousers<br />
17th - Ready to Sew Jeanne t-shirt, <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/09/stoff-stil-leopard-print-wrap-skirt.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Stoff & Stil Skirt</span></a>, Making Backpack<br />
18th - Fibre Mood/Named/Butterick <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2019/05/fibre-moodnamedbutterick-mega-jumpsuit.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">jumpsuit hack</span></a>, Ready to Sew <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2019/03/ready-to-sew-julien-jacket.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Julien Jacket</span></a><br />
19th - <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/08/simplicity-8608-jumpsuit.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Simplicity 8608 Jumpsuit</span></a>, Making Backpack<br />
20th - Fibre Mood <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2019/03/fibre-mood-carmella-jumpsuit.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Carmella Jumpsuit</span></a><br />
21st - Ready to Sew Jeanne t-shirt, True Bias Lander Pants<br />
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22nd - Ready to Sew Jeanne t-shirt, <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/05/m7661-trousers.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">M7661</span></a> Trousers<br />
23rd - Named <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/06/sewing-leftovers-reeta-shirts.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Reeta Shirt hack</span></a>, Trend Patterns TPC10 Wide Leg Flares<br />
24th - <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/09/stoff-stil-leopard-print-wrap-skirt.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Stoff & Stil Skirt</span></a>, True Bias Nikko Skirt<br />
25th - Fibre Mood <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2019/03/fibre-mood-carmella-jumpsuit.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Carmella Jumpsuit</span></a>, Making Backpack<br />
26th - Trend Patterns TPC10 Wide Leg Flares, Ready to Sew Jeanne t-shirt, Read to Sew <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2019/03/ready-to-sew-julien-jacket.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Julien Jacket</span></a>, Kylie and the Machine <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/05/sewing-leftovers-ida-clutch-bag.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Ida Clutch</span></a><br />
27th - A 'didn't get dressed' kind of day<br />
28th - Ready to Sew <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2019/03/ready-to-sew-julien-jacket.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Julien Jacket</span></a>, Ready to Sew Jeanne t-shirt, Ready to Sew <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/03/ready-to-sew-juliette-skirt.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Juliette Skirt</span></a><br />
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I totally nailed my personal style with some of the best outfit combinations in week 4. I always wondered what I'd pick if I tried a 10x10 challenge, but (accessories not included) I seem to have accidentally stumbled upon 9 out of 10 items right here!<br />
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29th - Fibre Mood/Named/Butterick <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2019/05/fibre-moodnamedbutterick-mega-jumpsuit.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">jumpsuit hack</span></a><br />
30th - Ready to Sew <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2017/03/ready-to-sew-jane.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Jane Blouse</span></a>, Trend Patterns TPC10 Wide Leg Flares<br />
31st - M7661 Trousers, Named <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/06/sewing-leftovers-reeta-shirts.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Reeta Shirt hack</span></a>, Ready to Sew <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2019/03/ready-to-sew-julien-jacket.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Julien Jacket</span></a><br />
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I've learned to stick with the garments I love. In some cases, this might mean revisiting favourite patterns - the Stoff & Stil Skirt, Fibre Mood Carmella, Trend Patterns Flares and the Ready to Sew Jeanne are definitely up there in this months faves. I don't see any huge gaps in my wardrobe anymore, and everything seems to gel together quite well, so I really am classing my Me Made May as a celebration of a versatile and fun wardrobe that fits my lifestyle, as well as making me feel great! Hope yours went just as well :)<br />
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<br />Shauni Shttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12962760401014329900noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7216185961128626965.post-40972667155484284502019-05-29T13:45:00.000+01:002019-05-29T18:39:41.093+01:00Fibre Mood/Named/Butterick mega jumpsuit<div style="text-align: left;">
If it isn't the permanent year of the jumpsuit/boilersuit for you, well it certainly is for me (the #<a href="https://sewsarahsmith.com/2019/04/10/sewtogetherforsummer-2019-is-here-and-were-jumping-for-joy/" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">sewtogetherforsummer</span></a> ladies have made a challenge that truly speaks to me)! After the success with my first Fibre Mood <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2019/03/fibre-mood-carmella-jumpsuit.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Carmella</span></a>, I started dreaming up all manner of hackable possibilities for the pattern. So here's my jumpsuit mega mash up, starting with Carmella and combining two of my other long time favourite (and also perfectly hackable) patterns.</div>
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I'll start by saying this was such a no think hack - no big adjustments, just taping my favourite elements of each pattern together. I swapped the slim legs of the Carmella out in favour of my absolute favourite Butterick <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2017/06/papercut-patterns-kyoto.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">B6178</span></a> Culottes in view D, simply lining up the grainlines/crotches of both pattern pieces. The B6178s have come in handy for a number of hacks (like <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2019/01/sewing-leftovers-jazz-jumpsuit-mash-up.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">this one</span></a> and <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2016/06/by-hand-london-floraculotte-mash-up.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">this one</span></a>) mainly because they're so easy to just tack onto different bodices.<br />
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The sleeves come from the Named Clothing<span style="color: cyan;"> <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2017/06/reeta-shirt-dress-by-named.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Reeta Shirt Dress</span></a></span> - again, another pattern that for me, has many miles. The Reeta usually ends up as a <span style="color: cyan;"><a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/06/sewing-leftovers-reeta-shirts.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">shirt</span></a> </span>for me, and I don't usually favour the turn up sleeves, but when balanced with the volume of the culotte legs, they just seemed right. For ease, I stuck with the existing sleeve head (they didn't differ massively anyway) and just used the length and instructions from the Reeta to create the turn up.<br />
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And just a few little details... The inseam pockets of the Carmella are quite shallow, so I mashed them together with the B6178 pockets for extra depth - I mean, phones are getting bigger these days, baby pockets are of no use to me. I would have quite liked to use the chest pockets from the Reeta too, but previous experience tells me they are unfortunately just too fussy for my full bust, so I stuck with the originals.<br />
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This was quite a fabric-intensive and fairly experimental project, so I picked out a bargain mid-weight poly-mix with a bit of stretch - it has a bit of a crepe feel/drape to it - for £4 a metre from Lucky Fashion in Dewsbury. I used 3m in total.<br />
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The fabric is weightier than my previous Carmella, so it's turned out a bit heavier and looser than the last version, but it definitely has the 'secret pyjama' value to it. In all, it's more casual than I was intending, but still easy and versatile to wear and I'm really please that all my favourite patterns came together successfully!<br />
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<span style="text-align: center;">Regardless of how fancy it turned out, I made it to wear to a fancy work event I had to go to on day 1 of this year's Me Made May, and of course, I stuck to it - I was even hand hemming the trouser legs on the morning. I wore it with trainers all day and</span><span style="text-align: center;"> dressed it up with posh shoes and a bag for the evening do.</span><br />
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The sleeve heads need an edit next time. The Carmella has a slight drop shoulder, which the weight and little bit of stretch in this fabric emphasised more than I would have liked. I ended up unpicking the sleeves and sewing them with a really deep seam allowance across the sleeve head, but obviously it's better to have things right from the start, so I'll be giving the pattern a little tweak before the next version.<br />
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And yes! There will of course be a next time as I'm a firm believer in sticking with things once you've found something you like. I'd really like to wear a similar jumpsuit to a friend's wedding this summer, but I think the fabric needs to be ever so slightly lighter/more luxe for the occasion. I'm on the hunt the perfect fabric now and have until August. If anyone has any suitable suggestions, please let me know!<br />
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<br />Shauni Shttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12962760401014329900noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7216185961128626965.post-76283443865755588522019-05-21T16:56:00.002+01:002019-05-21T16:58:32.687+01:00Me Made May 2019 - the mid way point<div style="text-align: left;">
<i style="background-color: white;"><i style="background-color: white;"><b><span style="font-family: inherit;">'I, Shauni of www.magnificentthread.com, sign up as a participant of Me-Made-May 2019. I endeavour to wear full me made outfits (minus underwear and shoes!) for the duration of May 2019, and aim to 'dress the way I want to feel' throughout the month (i.e. confident, cool, bold, fun) rather than reaching for the same old safe choices.'</span></b></i></i><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">1st - Fibre Mood Carmella, Named Reeta Shirt Dress and B6178 culotte jumpsuit hack</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">2nd - Trend Patterns TPC10 Wide Leg Flares, sleeveless Papercut Patterns Rise Turtleneck and <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/06/sewing-leftovers-reeta-shirts.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Named Reeta Shirt hack</span></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">3rd- Papercut Patterns Fall Turtleneck and <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2015/11/super-simple-split-side-skirt.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">self drafted side split skirt</span></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">4th - <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2019/03/fibre-mood-carmella-jumpsuit.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Fibre Mood Carmella Jumpsuit</span></a> and sleeveless Papercut Patterns Rise Turtleneck </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">5th - Vintage <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/07/purple-power-pair-ft-simplicity-8609.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Prima Magazine pattern trousers</span></a>, True Bias Nikko Top, <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2019/03/ready-to-sew-julien-jacket.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Ready to Sew Julien Jacket</span></a> </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">6th - Wool and the Gang <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/12/my-first-knit-watg-relax-knit-through.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Relax Knit Through It Sweater</span></a>, <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/09/stoff-stil-leopard-print-wrap-skirt.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Stoff and Stil Skirt</span></a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">7th - <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/11/the-good-grab-bin-buying-guide-ft-true.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">True Bias Nikko Dress</span></a>, <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/10/milan-av-jc-zero-waste-karma-trench.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Milan AV-JC Karma Trench</span></a></span></div>
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<i style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-style: normal;">8th - Trend Patterns TPC10 Wide Leg Flares, Papercut Patterns Fall Turtleneck, <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2016/10/papercut-patterns-waver-jacket.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Papercut Patterns Waver Jacket</span></a></span></i><br />
<i style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-style: normal;">9th - True Bias Lander Pants, <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/12/pretty-mercerie-sayan-blouse.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Pretty Mercerie Sayan Blouse</span></a>, Papercut Patterns Rise Turtleneck</span></i><br />
<i style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-style: normal;">10th - <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/06/sewing-leftovers-reeta-shirts.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Named Reeta Shirt hack</span></a>, <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/05/m7661-trousers.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">M7661 Trousers</span></a>, Closet Case Patterns Nettie t-shirt</span></i><br />
<i style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-style: normal;">11th - <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2017/01/operation-oversized-shirt-dress-ralph.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Ralph Pink Sahara Shirt</span></a></span></i><br />
<i style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-style: normal;">12th - <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2019/01/sewing-leftovers-jazz-jumpsuit-mash-up.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Ready to Sew Jazz/B6178 jumpsuit hack</span></a>, Papercut Patterns Fall Turtleneck</span></i><br />
<i style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-style: normal;">13th - <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2017/06/papercut-patterns-kyoto.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">B6178 Culottes</span></a>, True Bias Nikko Top</span></i><br />
<i style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-style: normal;">14th - <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2019/01/behind-scenes-at-love-sewing-m7661.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Named Reeta Shirt hack</span></a>, <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/09/dp-studio-le-411-skirt.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">DP Studio Le 411 Skirt</span></a></span></i><br />
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<span style="background-color: white;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Just a little belated look at the first two weeks of Me Made May, rather than saving it all up for one monster post at the end of the month... </span>I've been pretty pleased with the variety in my outfits so far, </span></span>though I did have a small crisis of confidence on the 11th/12th, owing to it being the weekend and having too much time time to chose what to wear!<i> </i>Other than that, the sun is shining, I've had a haircut, and Paris Sewcial is on the cards for week three!<br />
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<br />Shauni Shttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12962760401014329900noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7216185961128626965.post-91873888192216883782019-04-24T13:33:00.000+01:002019-04-24T13:59:46.113+01:00Fibre Mood Wallys Wrap Blouse<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
When I said I didn't think I could resist this fabric I was obviously weak-willed and entirely right. It's a silk/cotton mix from <a href="https://www.fabricgodmother.co.uk/snakeskin-cotton-silk-mix-natural/" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Fabric Godmother</span></a> in the very same snakeskin print as the cotton drill I used for my recent <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2019/03/ready-to-sew-julien-jacket.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Julien Jacket</span></a>. The opportunity to sew it up into something lovely arose when I was asked if I'd like to preview the patterns from <a href="https://www.fibremood.com/en" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Fibre Mood</span></a>'s latest Pattern Book (number 4, which is available now)! Having had success with their <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2019/03/fibre-mood-carmella-jumpsuit.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Carmella Jumpsuit</span></a> and <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2019/02/fibre-mood-tara-ribbed-jumper.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Tara Jumper</span></a>, I was very much taken by and happy to try the new Wally's wrap blouse.</div>
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The Wallys is a long and fairly voluminous sleeved wrap around blouse that ties at the smallest point of the waist. I've been wearing my <span style="color: cyan;"><a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/12/pretty-mercerie-sayan-blouse.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Sayan Blouse</span></a> </span>quite often, so I thought this would make for a similar, but slightly more relaxed and collarless alternative. What I didn't realise whilst making Wallys is just how versatile it might be to wear. It's worth pointing out that in most of these pictures I've twisted both sides together at the front and looped the ties round the back where they're knotted in a bow - probably my favourite way to wear it. Scroll down for pictures of it worn as intended!<br />
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The pattern is available in PDF format, as well as being included in the pattern inserts in the back of the physical magazine - you can also view the instructions for free <a href="https://www.fibremood.com/en/patterns/507-wallys-blouse" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">online</span></a> before making it by logging into Fibre Mood. I was pleased to see that Fibre Mood layer their PDFs, meaning you can just select and print the size(s) that you want. The only thing that's a bit of a pain is having to add seam allowances, though it didn't take too long overall. I made up a size 40 (UK 12) based on my measurements, but in hindsight, would downsize to a 10 as the wrap style is quite easy-going in terms of fit.<br />
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I only bought 1.5m of this fabric as it was quite pricey, and miraculously managed to squeeze all of my pattern pieces out of it - the fabric requirements are given for each individual size: 185cm is the recommended amount for the size 40. I shortened my waist ties by about 25cm to fit them out of the fabric, but they're still plenty long enough!</div>
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The make was a breeze and the instructions are easy to follow. I free-styled the ties a little as the pattern wasn't quite clear, but I got in touch with Fibre Mood to check and I've since been informed that it's been updated - I love a responsive and helpful pattern company! Essentially you insert the two ties in between the front blouse and facing on each side.<br />
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I always dread cuffs and sleeve slits for no real reason, but these were really straightforward to construct. You'll notice a fair few tucks in the sleeves, which gives them quite a bit more 'puff' than I'm used to. Even though the fabric is soft and light, it holds the shape and volume of the sleeves really well. I never really caught onto the big sleeve trend, but maybe this is the garment that will help me embrace it?<br />
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Whilst it was a lovely make and is a really beautiful blouse on the hanger, there's something I can't quite put my finger on about this look as a whole. I'm wearing the Wallys with my <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/09/dp-studio-le-411-skirt.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">DP Studio Le411</span></a> skirt in these pictures, but it's definitely going to take a bit more thought to style it and balance out the volume for day-to-day wear. The sudden burst of warm weather and my aversion to summer dressing might also be coming into play here - maybe I just need a bit of time (and more sun!) to get used to it... What do you think?</div>
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Here are the ways of wearing Wallys that I've explored so far - definitely more options than I bargained for! I'm actually quite into it as a little throw-over summer layer like the middle picture, though I think I might need a summer holiday to make the most of this style! </div>
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If you fancy making your own version of the Wallys blouse, or a whole collection of stylish/on trend garments (the Vienna Dress is on my list!) then I'd recommend picking up a Fibre Mood Pattern Book (you can do a digital browse of them <a href="https://www.fibremood.com/en/pattern-books" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">here</span></a>). I have numbers 1 and 2 and they're great value for money, as well as an aesthetic treat!<br />
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See some of the other patterns from the latest edition, made up and shared by makers as a part of <a href="http://www.fibremood.com/linkparty" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Link Party #8</span></a><br />
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<br />Shauni Shttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12962760401014329900noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7216185961128626965.post-64979372492941170582019-04-15T22:39:00.003+01:002019-04-15T22:42:05.061+01:00Happy half-decade blog!<div style="text-align: left;">
As of today, I've been keeping this corner of the internet alive for half a decade - happy birthday blog! I wanted to mark this not-quite-momentous occasion with a small post, but the inspiration hasn't really struck me. What I can say is how proud I am that sewing has gone from my small-time hobby to a full blown lifestyle choice, and I'm glad I've stuck to writing about it for so long. I'm so very thankful to the people, pattern companies fellow sewists and sewing businesses who've supported this small personal venture of mine. The encouragement, advice and friendship I've been fortunate enough to receive over the years is more than I could have ever dreamed of when I started writing in 2014.<br />
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Whilst blogs were rumoured to be on the out while mine was on the in, I still have the hope and stubborn belief that The Magnificent Thread will live on beyond and outside of scroll city and the Instagram algorithm/like circus. I still like reading long format reviews and I hope you do too! And audience aside, my own reviews have proven to be useful reference points for charting my evolving style, growing skill set, previous pattern iterations and notes for next time. This blog and my clothes have been my rather public diary for the past 5 years and long may it continue.<br />
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I've been pondering some of these things over the weekend wearing my latest make: the Vogue <a href="https://voguepatterns.mccall.com/v9218" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">V9218</span></a> robe in View B. It's been nice to take a step back and invest my sewing time in something that's not for my wardrobe or any particular 'look', but entirely for me - a piece that almost no one would have ever seen until I went and put it on the internet (of course)! I'd definitely recommend a similar make if you need to press pause on your sewing plans and regroup.<br />
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I'll wind up this little stream of consciousness now by saying thank you again for taking the time to stop by my blog, whether that's been in the past, the present or maybe even in the future. If you're a fellow blog-advocate, I'd be grateful if you could let me know some of your favourites (and yours!) below so I can keep following and supporting as many as possible.<br />
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Lots of love,<br />
Shauni<br />
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<br />Shauni Shttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12962760401014329900noreply@blogger.com20tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7216185961128626965.post-46306657563254354312019-03-28T17:09:00.000+00:002019-03-28T17:09:42.364+00:00Ready to Sew Julien Jacket<div style="text-align: left;">
It's been a while, but I always love the opportunity to pattern test for <a href="https://www.readytosew.fr/en" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Ready to Sew</span></a>, and the Julien might be one of my favourites yet! The weather is just making a change for the better over here and the <a href="https://www.readytosew.fr/en/store/jackets/julien-chore-jacket" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Julien Chore Jacket</span></a> is the perfect spring layer to throw on with just about anything, apart from animal print in my case, as let's just say I went a bit... <i>wild</i> with my fabric choice!</div>
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Julien is a simple boxy jacket, inspired by vintage French workwear, with a few neat bits of detailing to keep things interesting, along with French seams and (my favourite) plenty of topstitching! It's not too dissimilar from the RTW styles you might see at Everlane, Toast or even Topshop at the minute. The sizing runs from 32-52 (it's the second Ready to Sew pattern available in an extended size range) and the pattern offers half sizes, along with links to extra <a href="https://www.readytosew.fr/en/blog/2019/02/27/pattern-alteration-and-full-bust-adjustement-julien-jacket" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">tutorials</span></a> on grading between sizes, lengthening or shortening, enlarging the sleeves and doing an FBA. </div>
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My measurements set me between a 38 at the hips, 39 at the waist and a 40 at the bust, so not a huge difference on the sizing scale. I always love that Ready to Sew PDFs are layered, allowing you to just print the pattern lines for the size(s) you want to make. This would've made it really easy to grade if I wanted to, but I decided to go with a straight size 39, which has turned out to be a great fit.<div>
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There's a whole range of fabrics that would be suitable for Julien - everything from linen for a lighter more shirt-like look, to quite heavy denims for a more durable finish - but I think this might just be my defining moment in fabric selection. I'd planned to go for an on-trend khaki, until I came across this <i>incredible</i> snakeskin print cotton drill from Fabric Godmother and the make turned fully 'on safari'. (It's still available <a href="https://www.fabricgodmother.co.uk/snakeskin-drill-cotton-natural/" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">here</span></a> and I can't tell you how tempted I am by the matching <a href="https://www.fabricgodmother.co.uk/snakeskin-cotton-silk-mix-natural/" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">cotton and silk mix</span></a> too)!<br />
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I used just under 1.6m for the size 39 with a bit of shuffling to the cutting layout (the recommended fabric requirements are 1.85m for sizes 32-44 and 2.4m for sizes 45-52). I bought a 2m length of my fabric so I should have some enough left for some excellent <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/p/sewingleftovers.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">#sewingleftovers</span></a> - I think it's finally time to make that <a href="https://sarkirsten.com/patterns/fennel-fanny-pack" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Fennel Fanny Pack</span></a>!</div>
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The pattern is intermediate level, but I'd definitely recommend it for anyone looking for a challenge too. I found it really easy and enjoyable to make, particularly as it employs a simple approach to the construction of some ordinarily quite challenging elements of a jacket/shirt.<br />
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The back vent is constructed using a clever bit of folding, rather than being made up of multiple pattern pieces. The button placket and sleeve openings are also really simple to construct, and nowhere near as challenging as a regular shirt, yet still have every bit a professional finish, inside and out. The sleeve opening equally saves on pattern pieces, as you just use the seam allowances to create it, and it looks great!<br />
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The jacket is unlined, but the inside finish is well considered too, with French seams employed for most edges. A lot of the seams are also topstitched, partly as a design feature, but also for extra durability. The only thing that's a shame about this particular fabric is that it's glowing white on the underside - I wish it was snakeskin print all the way through!<br />
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The only thing I changed with mine was to interface the upper collar piece and the cuffs. The instructions don't suggest doing so (the interfacing is just for the button placket), and with a lot of heavier fabrics it's probably not needed, but I thought it would improve the structure of my jacket. Other than that, its spot on and I'd make it exactly the same next time.<br />
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I can't recommend the Julien enough, and whilst it might take me a while to get round to it (I've had the Ready to Sew Joe Blazer queued up for about a year!) I'd definitely like to make another, probably in a plain block colour. Thanks to Raph for letting me test yet another fantastic pattern :)<br />
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For more inspiration check out <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/julienreadytosew/?hl=en" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">#julienreadytosew</span></a><br />
The Julien pattern is available now from <a href="https://www.readytosew.fr/en/store/jackets/julien-chore-jacket" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">here</span></a><br />
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Shauni Shttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12962760401014329900noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7216185961128626965.post-47760730985721250992019-03-17T23:22:00.004+00:002019-03-17T23:22:40.152+00:00Fibre Mood Carmella Jumpsuit<div style="text-align: left;">
I can be guilty of shying away from intricacies of shirt making, but when I go for it, I definitely don't do things by halves! I combined the opportunity to test some lovely fabric with putting my shirt sewing skills (and more) to the test for my first post as a part of the Minerva Crafts Maker Team!</div>
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You can read all about my experience sewing the Fibre Mood Carmella Jumpsuit over on the Minerva blog now! Check it out <a href="https://www.minervacrafts.com/blog/projects/the-fibre-mood-carmella-jumpsuit" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;"><b>here</b></span></a>.</div>
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Hope you like the finished thing as much as I do! Thanks <a href="https://www.minervacrafts.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Minerva Crafts</span></a> for providing the fabric for this project.</div>
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Shauni Shttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12962760401014329900noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7216185961128626965.post-69619285252701724412019-03-12T14:00:00.000+00:002019-03-12T14:05:49.272+00:00Paper Theory Olya Shirt<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
Has it really been over a month since I last sat at the machine? Life (lots of the good bits and some of the not so good) just got in the way in February, so it was quite a challenge to get back to sewing, and the project I chose was a bit of a challenge in itself! Whilst I probably should've picked a make that would ease me back in, the <a href="https://www.papertheory.com/olya-shirt-shirtdress" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Paper Theory Olya Shirt</span></a> contains all the things that excite me about a pattern - precision, top stitching and insanely clever and unusual construction - and it was worth tackling!</div>
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Tara kindly sent me a PDF copy of the Olya after I posted <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BtbEMOmnXvr/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Insta-musings</span></a> of what I might make with this amazing fabric. It's rare that I buy a fabric without specific plans in mind, and maybe even rarer that I buy patterned fabric, but I was just so drawn to this very cheap (£2p/m) cotton/viscose/lurex woven mix when I saw it in Liverpool's Abakhan.<br />
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At first glance, the pattern could be mistaken for a fairly classic shirt, but inspect the line drawing more closely and you'll see some subtle quirks that make it quite the opposite - mainly the geometric cut of the front yoke and sleeve, and the fact that there's actually no front armhole! It's a crazy design that's quite hard to explain - I had to make it to understand it myself!</div>
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The construction notes are seriously thorough and quite refreshing in that they actually acknowledge the steps of the project that are challenging. This was a real reassurance when I did come into difficulty during the make, and I must stress that it was through no fault in instructions - this was just one of those projects where everything went wrong for me before it went right! There's also a super comprehensive online sewalong available <a href="https://www.papertheory.com/olyashirtsewalong" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">here</span></a>, which makes each step really clear.<br />
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The make throws you straight in at the first step with constructing the sleeve plackets. Despite accidentally sewing things the wrong way round, so my cuff opens the opposite way to what it's meant to, they're probably some of my finest plackets - they're just a little more awkward to fasten when wearing!<br />
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A full page of instructions is dedicated to producing the pockets that sit within the the seam joining the front yoke and body. I stupidly overlooked a step and sewed them in a funny way so I couldn't turn my pocket bags through properly. A quick bit of unpicking and a *proper* read of the instructions meant they were easy enough to fix!<br />
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Topstitching the pockets down seemed to be more of a design feature so I opted not to as my fabric was already a bit fussy, but in hindsight, I think it would have been beneficial in holding everything neatly in place. I'm quite full busted so in this fairly fluid fabric, the pockets were destined to gape open over my boobs - not quite the 'eye-catching' look I intended! - so I've tacked them closed for now. I'm pretty confident they'll work out better in a plain and heavier fabric next time, with the addition of the topstitching and button closures.<br />
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The sleeve/yoke construction is really exciting to make. The pattern offers a full page of in-depth instructions on just creating the square corner that joins the front yoke/sleeve to the back body - something I was very grateful for because this is really some never-seen-before sewing stuff! The finished join creates a really cool silhouette and cleverly shapes the front - which I found to be quite accommodating for my bust.<br />
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Size wise, I sat in the middle of a 10 and a 12 for the bust and waist (smaller at the hips) but I opted for the size 10 based on the finished measurements and knowing that the style is a bit oversized. I like the fit of the 10 but think I think it would be equally great being slightly more oversized too.<br />
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I only spotted one thing to really watch out for... The shirt requires <b>11 buttons</b> rather than the suggested 9 if you intend to use matching buttons for the pocket closures too! Luckily I didn't this time, but definitely something to be aware of for next!<br />
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It took a bit of effort to style the Olya in a way I felt comfortable with, and I now realise it's because I don't really have many (any?) proper shirts in my wardrobe - am I unconsciously identifying gaps now?! I think it has a real 70s vibe to it in these pictures (worn with Lander Pants), which I'm totally into, though I'm still undecided as to how I like it best, worn open as an extra layer, or buttoned closed... what do you think?<br />
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No way am I finished with this pattern just yet, especially now I've spotted a wardrobe gap to fill. I have a plain grey flannel lined up for version two, which I can definitely see becoming a layering staple - and a bit more in keeping with some of that <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2019/02/i-went-to-berlin-and-all-i-got-was-more.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Berlin style inspo</span></a> I was gushing over last month. A block colour will be perfect for really showing off the cool style lines too. This time, let's see if I can get everything right...<br />
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<br />Shauni Shttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12962760401014329900noreply@blogger.com4tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7216185961128626965.post-24343806701769021262019-02-13T13:39:00.003+00:002019-02-13T13:39:55.932+00:00I went to Berlin and all I got was more sewing inspiration...<div style="text-align: left;">
A weekend in Berlin has left my head is spinning with ideas of the sewing variety - I knew it was only a matter of time before something threw off my seemingly good progress with my <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2019/01/2018-in-sewing-vs-2019-in-sewing-plans.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">#2019makenine</span></a>. The effortlessly cool style of the native Berlin crowd is truly something to be admired, whether out and about in the day, or enjoying the latest of late nightlife the city has to offer. Whilst making conscious plans to dress like a Berlin-er is the exact opposite of effortless and discounts all cool points, I can't help but want to draw inspiration from the city's style and impart it into my sewing.</div>
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So here are my Berlin basics. Loose ideas, some already in the works, some already there and some potential future sewing plans. Let's call it a 'thoughtful effortlessness' for those of us who it doesn't always come naturally to...<br />
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<b>The trousers:</b><br />
I never thought I'd wear flares again after the teenage discovery of skinny jeans, but now I'm talking about sewing a pair, who'd have thought it? After my success with the <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2019/01/trend-patterns-tpc12-utility-trousers.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Trend Patterns Utility Trousers</span></a> - which could also be pretty 'Berlin' in a more neutral fabric/colour - I'm encouraged to try out the TPC10 Wide Leg Flare. Other flares suggestions welcome!<br />
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<b><i>Style notes:</i></b> The coolest of casual looks paired black flares with DMs not too dissimilar to the ones below.</div>
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<b>The shoes:</b><br />
Some things from the 90s should not have been resurrected in my opinion, including clompy Sketchers and Spice Girl shoes, but 'ugly trainers' are where it's at. I've never been a big trainer fan, but the shoe I definitely can do is also a Berlin staple: a solid Doc Marten Boot. I already have a pair like the ones below (the Jadon I think?) and always feel 10x cooler the minute I put them on.<br />
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<b><i>Style notes:</i></b> To wear with anything and everything (especially flares), day or night.<br />
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<b>The (bum) bag:</b><br />
I'm torn by my interest in the bum bag - is it just too <i>fashion?! </i>Nevertheless, a modern-times version of <i>the</i> accessory of my childhood was on my #2019makenine in the form of the <a href="https://sarkirsten.com/patterns/fennel-fanny-pack" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Fennel Fanny Pack</span></a>, and <u>across</u> the body of every other young Berlin-er we saw.<br />
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<b><i>Style notes: </i></b>the bum bag is no longer just for bums or waists and should now be formally recognised in it's primary function as an 'under armpit bag'.<br />
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<b>The coat:</b><br />
Long, bold in silhouette, yet neutral in colour and design: the people of Berlin really do love an ankle-skimming, oversized jacket. Whilst I could always be tempted to make more jackets (I have an entire Pinterest board dedicated to <a href="https://www.pinterest.co.uk/shaunis/coat-inspo/" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">coat inspo</span></a>) in this case, I think my Named Clothing <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2017/11/named-clothing-isla-trench-coat.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Isla Trench</span></a> is already pretty perfect. Now just to work on some toned down styling.<br />
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<i><b>Style notes:</b></i> to be worn open, and layered - Fall Turtlenecks and Paper Theory <a href="https://www.papertheory.com/product-page/olya-shirt-shirt-dress-pdf-pattern" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Olya Shirts</span></a> could work!<br />
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<b>The shop (if I shopped):</b><br />
My boyfriend said 'they're your kind of clothes' as we passed the window of the <a href="https://corveravargas.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Corvera Vargas</span></a> shop in Kreuzberg and he was absolutely right. I went in to admire them and spoke to one of the members of staff who told me that all garments were designed locally and produced in Poland using only production leftovers and remnants - my kind of brand! - with the aim of reducing waste from the fashion industry.<br />
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I particularly liked their Tanger Jumpsuit, which I think draws some similarities to the <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Btgs6sfnC62/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Fibre Mood Carmella</span></a> that I recently finished (coming soon to the Minerva Crafts Blog). There are definitely a few hacking opportunities to be had with this pattern in the future!<br />
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So... fanny pack and flares... do you think it's a look?<br />
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Can you believe that my <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/12/my-first-knit-watg-relax-knit-through.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">first knit</span></a> took me almost a year to complete and this one took less than a month? Yes, I've discovered the power of super chunky yarn! No it doesn't make me a better knitter, but it does make me faster, and seeing my knitting grow at speed gives me even more motivation to see it through to completion (plus I'm learning lots of new techniques on the way)! Here's the <a href="https://www.fibremood.com/en/patterns/448-tara-ribbed" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Fibre Mood Tara</span></a> - my second knitted jumper and the second make of my <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2019/01/2018-in-sewing-vs-2019-in-sewing-plans.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">#2019makenine</span></a>.</div>
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<a href="https://www.fibremood.com/en" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Fibre Mood</span></a> are a fairly new-to-me pattern company that offer both sewing and knitting patterns via their website and their aesthetically impressive and cooly styled pattern books. You can access some of the patterns for free online in return for signing up to the Fibre Mood website - the Tara Ribbed Jumper being one of them - buy individual patterns as PDFs, or purchase the pattern books which come with folded paper patterns in the back. </div>
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The Tara looked like a fairly easy second knit with lots of garter stitch and stocking stitch, but slightly more challenging than my <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/12/my-first-knit-watg-relax-knit-through.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">first</span></a>, which was made up purely of squares/rectangles. The sizing is a little limited, with only XS, S or M to choose from, so I went with the size M (40-42) as I wanted it be oversized. I picked this <a href="https://www.woolwarehouse.co.uk/yarn/drops-eskimo-all-colours" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Drops Eskimo</span></a> super chunky yarn in Olive from Wool Warehouse. The low price and huge colour range made it pretty appealing, plus it's 100% wool. After using a Wool and the Gang kit last time, this was my first attempt at pairing yarn with a pattern. Luckily my Mum is an expert knitter so she could check I'd made a good choice and help me to calculate the yardage!.<br />
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I'm by no means an expert, so can't talk at length about the standard of the instructions or compare it to many other knitting projects, but I can tell you the things I learned along the way! First up was the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gO6t5St77NM&t=115s" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Italian cast on</span></a> method, which I found out is really good for ribbed edges. I've since used the same method to cast on a double-knitting ribbed hat I've made <i>so many </i>times<i> </i>and it's made a huge improvement!<br />
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Casting off the shoulders/top of the sleeves together was totally new to me too and made for a really professional finish, plus it reduced the amount of sewing up at the end. I learnt how important it is to do this loosely so not to restrict the movement or fit of the jumper - I'd probably try to cast off even more loosely next time!<br />
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Just the mention of crochet fills me with dread as it's one of the only crafts I feel like I've never really tried to learn, so I wasn't too keen at the suggestion of doing a slip stitch finish around the neckline. I didn't really understand the instructions, but after watching a couple of YouTube tutorials, it seemed to make more sense. It was actually quite easy once I got into a rhythm and it really neatened the finish of the neck. It's probably worth saying that I referred to YouTube a lot throughout this project. The pattern does include a glossary/explanations of some of the techniques used, but I personally found them difficult to visualise without the help of a video tutorial!</div>
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The full jumper took 10 balls of yarn and I used every last bit, even ordering an emergency ball when I got the 'fear' near the end. I realised I wasted quite a lot of yarn when finishing one ball and joining in the next, so I think that's something I could work on improving with my next knitting project. There were LOTS of ends to weave in, but I found it to be surprisingly therapeutic!<br />
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Whilst I really like my finished Tara Jumper, I would say that it's a lot less oversized than I expected based on the images in the pattern book - the model is very slim I guess, but even the sleeves look longer on her! My tension was fine, so I wonder if knitting it on slightly bigger needles in future would be ok (the instructions suggest using 10mm needles, 8mm for the ribbing). I'd also consider knitting it on circulars next time just because of the sheer volume of stitches on your needles when you increase the stitches for the sleeves.<br />
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Overall, the Tara was fun and interesting to knit and it's great to wear. At £21.95 for a wool jumper I think it's turned out to be a real bargain and has totally squashed some of the misconceptions I had about knitting being <i>way</i> more expensive than sewing - <i>phew</i> that it can be done on a budget as I don't think my bank account could support another expensive crafty hobby! I've already cast on my next project using a different colour of the Drops Eskimo yarn and would definitely recommend it and the Tara Jumper as a good starting point for fellow novice knitters!<br />
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I can definitely see the benefit of having a knitting project on the go at all times now and I've started saving some of my favourite patterns to <a href="https://www.pinterest.co.uk/shaunis/knitting/" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Pinterest</span></a>. Do you have a knitting pattern that helped you to learn the ropes? Please leave me your suggestions below so I can add them to my knitting plans!<br />
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<br />Shauni Shttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12962760401014329900noreply@blogger.com8tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7216185961128626965.post-20723456814907205502019-01-24T13:32:00.001+00:002019-01-24T13:41:47.913+00:00Trend Patterns TPC12 Utility Trousers<div style="text-align: left;">
Strange, cool, functional, stylish: a totally random leg flap and ankle vents I never knew I needed in my life or my trousers. Is the Trend Patterns <a href="https://www.trendpatterns.co.uk/shop/tpc12utility-trousers" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">TPC12 Utility Trouser</span></a> a masterpiece? I think it just might be...</div>
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I bought the TPC12 from Trend's stall at last year's Knitting and Stitching Show in London because I really liked the unusual design, but in the immediate, it was mainly to add to my decorative collection of Trend Patterns that sits on a shelf. I also picked up a rich blue denim from Cloth House with the pattern in mind, but felt like I needed to try out a (hopefully wearable) muslin before taking the plunge, as it was quite an investment piece! Including the pattern in my <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2019/01/2018-in-sewing-vs-2019-in-sewing-plans.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">#2019makenine</span></a> has been a good incentive to get to work with it.<br />
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The pattern requirements state 2.3m, though as with the other Trend Patterns I've tried, the yardage is only given for the largest size. I managed to squeeze my pair out of 1.6m of this orange/red corduroy from B&M in Leeds which had been in my stash for a while. It really was a squeeze and I have learned a thing or two about nap as a result... mainly that corduroy <i>is</i> napped. Sooo the pile runs in different directions on some of the pieces - yep I'm looking at the lower leg piece below the random flap - but oh well! I'd say it would fit more comfortably from 2m in future!<br />
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In terms of sizing, my 72cm waist put me just outside of the finished garment measurements of the size 10, but I decided to risk it anyway having found my last Trend make (<a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/08/tpc16-trend-patterns-side-drawstring.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">this TPC16 dress</span></a>) too big at a size 12. I could have graded down a bit at the hips, but I didn't fancy messing with that shaping!<br />
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The trousers were one of the most involved and engaging projects I've made in a long time! The weird construction details, alongside the new-to-me technique of a concealed button fly, meant that I had to put a lot of trust in the pattern instructions. Whilst instructions from Trend often assume some previous knowledge and could be a bit more descriptive in parts, I found these ones to be pretty great! My only comment is that it's sometimes a bit difficult to tell the right side from the wrong side in the construction photographs as the demo garment is plain white!<br />
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<b>The Leg Flap:</b> completely pointless yet totally necessary? It serves no real purpose other than looking sort of fun. There's the option to topstitch around it and the front seams of the leg too, but I skipped this as it wouldn't really be visible on the corduroy. It probably wouldn't be impossible to hack this into a real pocket - something to consider for next time!<br />
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<b>The Leg Vents: </b>the easiest to make and maybe the coolest trouser addition you could ask for! It's actually a bit cold for such levels of ankle flashing at the minute, but I'd seriously consider applying a similar hack to other trousers in future.<br />
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<b>The Concealed Button Fly:</b> I hadn't realised the fly had a button closure until I'd fully committed to the project, and I might have let it put me off had I have known (I imagine you could swap this out for a zip, but as a warning, you'd need a big ol' zip the crotch is longgg). This was my first attempt at a concealed button fly and it wasn't nearly as difficult as I imagined. I was worried that this sort of closure might look bulky, but it lays really flat and the finish is super professional. I took my time with the button holes and made sure to use plenty of fray check. The only thing I changed was using hook and bar fasteners for the outside tab rather than another button.<br />
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The pattern doesn't highlight the need to attach the fly together at the bottom so it lumped up a bit strange when sitting, but a few hand stitches sorted this out.<br />
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Having been worried about the waist measurement originally, I actually found that they came up a bit big. I adjusted them for a closer fit by unpicking the waistband and back to take a 2cm seam allowance (rather than the regular 1cm) along the centre back. The resulting fit is much better, though in future I think I'd take a bit more out of the bum and could shave a bit of volume from the hips. It's worth mentioning that the waistband itself is curved, which supports the depth of it and really improves how it hugs the body - <i>now I finally get why sewists love a curved waistband!</i><br />
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The crotch is <i>very</i> deep and sits quite low, but as a certified member of the <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/02/3-imperfect-landers-but-what-have-i.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">#longcrotchclub</span></a> I'm all for it! The trousers sit really high on the waist, which balances the silhouette. They're even comfortable to sit in, unlike some high-waisters! The only thing they're missing is pockets - quite surprising for a 'utility' trouser to be lacking in this area don't you think? I'm sure they could be easily added into the side seams for future pairs.<br />
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As you may already be able to tell, I <b>love</b> the finish garment, but even more so because of the process of making it. The pattern really pushed my boundaries and I learned some game changing stuff, both design and technique-wise - I so need to make a pair of Persephones now I've mastered that concealed button fly. Thanks Trend Patterns for continuing to stretch my style and creativity! I hope more people try out this pattern as it's just so good - plus the more inspiration the better!<br />
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I'm filled with confidence for a second pair in the Cloth House denim, and hoping to go all the way with contrast top stitching too! It took a bit of thinking to style this pair into an outfit as they are <i>quite</i> different, but I can see them falling into regular rotation.</div>
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Here's the final hangover from 2018, an experimental and show stopping <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/p/sewingleftovers.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Sewing Leftovers</span></a> effort that cut its teeth as my party-wear of choice for the festive season! I drew upon some of my favourite patterns from my collection and of course, the leftovers of this bargain bin fabric, and was proudly able to dance around my work's Christmas do telling everyone my jumpsuit cost less than a fiver. January's pretty low on the party front, but it's dying for another spin - please someone give me a reason to celebrate!</div>
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I'd decided that I <i>needed</i> a pair of luxe, wide-leg party trousers and this fabric came to mind. But surely there was enough to make a jumpsuit? There wasn't, really, but my mind was already set. Cue the most frustrating afternoon of the year, trying to somehow make my pattern pieces fit. The leg pattern pieces of the Jazz Jumpsuit were too wide for my leftovers but the B6178 culottes were a good swap - they're straight and a little narrower so I could squeeze both legs onto my fabric when placed on the cross grain. I had no worries about this as I'd cut my Nikko Dress in the same way so that the ribbed texture of the crushed velvet/velour ran vertically rather horizontally. </div>
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The loose Jazz bodice needed narrowing quite so the culotte bottoms could be gathered in to the waist. I skipped the darts on the trousers in favour for a little more fabric to gather in too. The bodice front was squeezed out of the fabric left between the crotch curves of each leg, but I struggled to tetris the two back bodice pieces in place and that's why - you may notice - the ribbing runs horizontally across the back. I'm all for switching between the grainline/cross-grainline, but I wouldn't normally recommend mixing the two! I definitely had even out the bottom of the bodice, which sagged all over the place when sewn together.</div>
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I got the fabric from a grab bin for really cheap because it has some pretty big flaws in it. I'd managed to avoid some of the bigger ones with my Nikko Dress, but just had to go with whatever fabric I could for the jumpsuit pieces. It's not ideal - you can probably spot some of the flaws in these pictures - but maybe there's something about it that adds character? On the upside, I used <i>every last bit</i> of my fabric apart from a few tiny slithers.<br />
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Having made both patterns before, the construction was really simple, especially as I had to give the pockets a miss. The fabric has some stretch to it, so I had to stabilised the centre back edge with interfacing before inserting the zip. I also tried to stabilise the shoulders with a scrap of selvedge fabric as there's quite a lot of weight hanging from them, but I ended up having to redo the neckline and shoulders as this made it too bulky.<br />
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The project did become more involved towards the end, with quite a bit of hand stitching required to finish and neaten it up. Despite understitching the neckline facing, this fabric was desperate to roll through to the right side, so it's carefully tacked to the bodice. I used satin bias binding to finish the armholes, hand stitching it in place for a neater finish. I also constructed little thread belt loops using <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vAsF-zodUk4" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">this</span></a> YouTube tutorial to hold the waist tie in place.<br />
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All in all, it was worth the headache of cutting it out, the risk of dodgy pattern placement and the patience required to finish the jumpsuit because it's SO GOOD to wear! I wasn't sure the statement wide leg trouser would 100% work for me, but it feels and looks so fancy (whilst still maintaining the comfort level of pyjamas). The drape and movement of the fabric has made this idea just as good as I imagined, if not better. I would happily make the same pattern mash up all over again if I had the leftovers for it. I'd maybe even consider sourcing some new fabric for a second version, should the occasion call for it. </div>
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Back in November, I had the pleasure of going 'behind the scenes' at <a href="https://www.lovesewingmag.co.uk/" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Love Sewing Magazine</span></a> HQ for a 'Reader Review' photoshoot and I can finally show you what I made for it, as well as give you a little peek into the process! I didn't hesitate when asked as the pattern in question is one of my favourites of last year, the M7661 trousers (<a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/05/m7661-trousers.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">here's</span></a> some I made earlier)! <a href="https://www.lovesewingmag.co.uk/back-issues/" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Issue 62</span></a>, featuring my review and a free copy of the M7661 pattern is on sale now so go and grab a copy!</div>
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<b>Pre-photoshoot</b><br />
<a href="http://almondrock.co.uk/" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Amy</span></a> kindly asked me if I'd like to be involved a month before the photoshoot, so this has been quite some time in the works. I'd already planed to make another pair with a contrast side panel, so it slotted in well with my sewing plans at the time. I had plenty of freedom to select the version and fabric I wanted to use, which Amy helped me source - thanks to Minerva Crafts for providing both of these. It was quite a tight turnaround to get the trousers made and ready for the shoot, but me being me, I obviously had to give myself extra work by making a Reeta Shirt to match (see previous versions <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/06/sewing-leftovers-reeta-shirts.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">here</span></a>) from the contrast panel <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/p/sewingleftovers.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">#sewingleftovers</span></a>.<br />
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<b>On the day</b></div>
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After a bit of home posing, I travelled to the Stockport-based studio with my garment bag in hand. I had my make up and hair done by Nina and Amy helped to prep my outfit for camera - amongst her many skills, she's also a talented top tucker and bow tier, who knew! Amy had offered to source tops/shoes for the shoot too and I had my pick from the accessory wall, but I chose to go with my own. Once I was ready, I got to go on set where Renata took many, many pictures! It's quite a different experience to my usual DIY picture taking set up - though similarly embarrassing at first - but it was fun once I got into it!</div>
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After getting some review shots and pictures with Amy for her editor's welcome (hey guys I made it to page 3...!) I got the chance to get some extra snaps of the details and a headshot just for featuring on the blog.<br />
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And then there's the wait... The issue came out on December 27th (though I think subscribers received their copies a little earlier), so I had to keep quiet about the shoot until then! After the Christmas break, I got chance to go through the contact sheet and pick some of my own favourite images from the shoot, so you'll see some of these below spliced into my review.<br />
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<b>The review (and pictures!)</b><br />
If it isn't the 'year of the trouser' for everyone else, then it certainly has been for me. The McCall's 7661 might just be my favourite trouser pattern of the ones I've sewn up this year - this is my third pair and I'd say they're the best yet!<br />
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The high-waisted trousers are really easy to both put together and wear, with the different views offering a few variations for the legs - either a more voluminous culotte and full length style, or the slimmer, but still fairly loose fitting leg with the option of contrast side panels. I opted for the latter and a tie waist for this pair with View A.</div>
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With winter in mind, I picked a soft, textured <a href="https://www.minervacrafts.com/shop/fabric/dress-fabrics/ph-5513-flannel-suiting-dress-fabric-charcoal-grey-per-metre" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">charcoal flannel suiting</span></a> from Minerva Crafts priced at £7.99 per metre. I wanted a side panel that popped, so I had lots of colours to choose from with the luxurious <a href="https://www.minervacrafts.com/shop/fabric/dress-fabrics/abv01-m-atelier-brunette-plain-viscose-crepe-dress-fabric" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Atelier Brunette Viscose Crepe</span></a>. I eventually picked the 'Tangerine' colourway, priced at £15.99 per metre and also from Minerva Crafts. The crepe was a little lighter than I anticipated, so I got around this by doubling up my fabric for the side panel. (Eagle-eyed readers might also notice that I managed to squeeze a matching Reeta Shirt out of my leftovers too)!</div>
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The pattern has a lot of included ease, so I picked my size based on the finished garment measurements for the waist: a size 12, despite my measurements aligning more closely to the size 14. The fit through the hip is nice and relaxed, especially as the trousers are quite heavily gethered into the front waistband, so it's really only the waist that needs to fit snugly. A little tip for finding the finished waist measurement: check the waistband pattern pieces closely as you won't find it on the pattern envelope!</div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 16px;">I made the pattern straight from the envelope with no adjustments. The trousers fasten with a centred lapped zipper at the back, but I swapped mine out for an invisible zip as I prefer the method and finish. From wearing my other pairs, I've also found that using a 10" zipper makes them much easier to wiggle on and off than the recommended length of 9".</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 16px;">This pattern is definitely a good introduction for anyone feeling a little tentative about trouser making, but with plenty of options for the bolder wearer to get creative with. The loose fit around the hips makes them both flattering and easy to fit. I love the contrast side panel and I can see myself playing with this again for version four, five and maybe more!</span></div>
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I hope you enjoyed a little peek into how things went - and a change from my regular red brick backdrop! Do you have your copy yet? Does the pattern tempt you? </div>
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Shauni Shttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12962760401014329900noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7216185961128626965.post-55062623259448560392019-01-04T10:40:00.001+00:002019-01-04T10:40:19.203+00:002018 in Sewing vs 2019 in Sewing Plans<div style="text-align: left;">
I've been contemplating the 'make nine' concept. For me, it's always going to throw up some difficulties - I only put down the things I want to make <i>NOW</i>, rather than looking ahead for the year. This means some things are left unmade due to changing my mind over time (not necessarily a bad thing), but I also tend to do a big rush to make things from the list before giving myself enough time to consider them, the less-good outcome being that I find myself unsure of the pattern/garment once it's finished. </div>
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Whilst on the surface, my 7 out of 9 makes for the #2018makenine challenge looks like quite a positive, when you unpick the aftermath: the wears and the fate of each garment, this pictured 'success' actually looks quite different'...</div>
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<b>Papercut Patterns Kyoto Sweater in green sweatshirting (unblogged)</b><br />
<b>January 2018</b><br />
<b>Fate: <span style="color: red;">recycled</span></b><br />
<span style="caret-color: rgb(255, 0, 0);">This was a real fail: the fabric looked cheap and the neckline gaped to an unwearable extent - something I found with other Kyotos. I'm giving up on this pattern.</span><br />
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<b><a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/01/simplicity-8459-skirt-plus-pattern.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Simplicity 8459</span></a> in orange corduroy</b><br />
<b>January 2018</b><br />
<b>Fate: <span style="color: red;">charity shop</span></b><br />
I really enjoyed making this and I was even pleased with the finished product, but surprisingly it just didn't fall into regular rotation. Maybe the corduroy was a bit thin for the project. I'm hoping someone else gets more love out of it than me!<br />
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<b><a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/02/3-imperfect-landers-but-what-have-i.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Lander Pants</span></a>, multiple pairs</b><br />
<b>February-May 2018</b><br />
<b>Fate: <span style="color: lime;">Two worn</span>, <span style="color: red;">one</span> <span style="color: red;">charity shopped</span></b><br />
I had a real bee in my bonnet over the Landers at the beginning of the year, determined but struggling to get the fit right. I learnt a lot about making adjustments, but mainly that I have a long crotch (!!!) and the two that are still in the wardrobe (one in black cord and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Bn1gUiLBY2h/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">this pair</span></a> in yellow denim) are just almost spot on! I'll probably return to this pattern at some point in 2019, with just a few more tweaks.<br />
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<b>Named Clothing Nascha Mini Skirt in mustard denim</b><br />
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<b><a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/01/dp-studio-le-809-coat.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">DP Studio le 809 Coat</span></a> in grey leopard print wool</b><br />
<b>January 2018</b><br />
<b>Fate: <span style="color: lime;">worn</span></b><br />
This was very much a challenging make, but a coat which got a lot of wear early in the year. Unfortunately I haven't been as tempted to put it back on this winter, feeling it looks that bit too oversized, but it survived the big end of year clear out at least.<br />
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<b>République du Chiffon Elisabeth Blouse in khaki crepe (unblogged)</b><br />
<b>April 2018</b><br />
<b>Fate: <span style="color: red;">charity shop</span></b><br />
This was a clunky make, mainly starting with the wrong fabric choice (too heavy) and extending to my poor efforts with the details (see <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BhHLQhpnTHj/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">this</span></a> Instagram post). The finished blouse looked ok, but the volume and swing of it just didn't suit me.<br />
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<b>DP Studio le 915 Shirt Dress in bottle green viscose</b><br />
<b>Unmade but fabric reallocated</b><br />
Perhaps one of my best decisions of this year's make nine was to reallocate this bottle green viscose to making one of my favourite garments of the year: the Pretty Mercerie <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/12/pretty-mercerie-sayan-blouse.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Sayan Blouse</span></a><br />
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<b><a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/12/my-first-knit-watg-relax-knit-through.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Wool and the Gang Relax Knit Through it Sweater</span></a></b><br />
<b>December 2018</b><br />
<b>Fate: <span style="color: lime;">worn</span></b><br />
It took almost a year, but I finished my first knitted jumper and it felt all new kinds of rewarding!<br />
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<a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/08/tpc16-trend-patterns-side-drawstring.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;"><b>Trend Patterns Side Drawstring Dress</b></span></a><br />
<b>August 2018</b><br />
<b>Fare: <span style="color: lime;">worn</span></b><br />
A massive challenge, a bit of a headache, but it's still hanging in the wardrobe and gets the occasional wear!<br />
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So onto this year's plans, and still using the #2019makenine concept, but thinking of ways I can better make it work for me. Similar to last year, I already have the pattern, and in some cases the fabric for all of my chosen projects, so I'm investing in my stash. I've tried to include choices that are (hopefully) more timeless, leaning towards the bigger projects like jackets and bags, and another knitted project as I enjoyed last year's so much.<br />
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1) <a href="https://www.fibremood.com/en/patterns/463-carmella" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Fibremood Carmella</span></a> Jumpsuit<br />
2) <a href="https://www.readytosew.fr/en/store/jackets/the-blazer-joe" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Joe Ready to Sew</span></a> Blazer in grey pinstripe wool with matching trousers (pattern TBD)<br />
3) <a href="https://sarkirsten.com/patterns/fennel-fanny-pack" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Sarah Kirsten Fennel Fanny Pack</span></a><br />
4) <a href="https://www.trendpatterns.co.uk/pdf-patterns/tpc12pdfut" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Trend Patterns TPC12</span></a> Utility Trousers, first in corduroy (hopefully a wearable muslin) and then in rich blue denim<br />
5) <a href="https://sewoverit.co.uk/product/lisa-comfort-magazine-issue-1/" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Sew Over It Cocoon Coat</span></a> in Maculloch & Wallis mohair, which I finally took the plunge on<br />
6) <a href="https://www.fibremood.com/en/patterns/448-tara-ribbed" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Fibre Mood Tara</span></a> Knitted Jumper<br />
7) <a href="https://prettymercerie.com/pretty-patrons/4859-patron-couture-chemisier-cache-coeur-sayan.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Pretty Mercerie Sayan Blouse</span></a> in yellow crepe bought at Tomato in Tokyo<br />
8) <a href="https://noodle-head.com/product/making-backpack-pdf-pattern" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Making Backpack</span></a> by Noodlehead (this one is by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Bk_oWMChzLn/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">@notaprimarycolour</span></a>)<br />
9) <a href="https://shop.truebias.com/product/nikko-top-and-dress-pdf" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">True Bias Nikko Dress</span></a> hack to match this Phoebe Philo for Celine dress<br />
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I plan to be thoughtful with these makes and flexible with myself and my choices - if I change my mind on something, that's totally fine. All the projects should present a bit of a challenge, even the Sayan which I'm revisiting and the Nikko Dress, which will need a bit more consideration due to the hack. Hopefully this will help me to take things more slowly.<br />
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<br />Shauni Shttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12962760401014329900noreply@blogger.com10tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7216185961128626965.post-16244137393219068282018-12-30T11:42:00.000+00:002018-12-30T11:42:31.786+00:00My first knit: WATG Relax Knit Through it Sweater<div style="text-align: left;">
When you make your own clothes and people get to know about it, after a while they just shrug off a new item, like 'yeah of course, you made it'. So whilst my new jumper might just be yet another thing I've made, as my very first hand knitted jumper, I think it's a totally monumental make! After learning to knit as a child, it's only taken 20 years (nearly a year of those spent making this jumper!) to finally catch the knitting bug!</div>
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It's almost a year to the day since I started making this Wool and the Gang <a href="https://www.woolandthegang.com/en/products/relax-knit-through-it-sweater" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Relax Knit Through It Sweater</span></a> having bought the kit in the 2017 Christmas sales. I bought the pattern and Feeling Good Yarn alone saving money on the needles as I already had a pair in my stash. Their well-styled but arguably overpriced knit kits always tempt me as the quick fix way to get started on a project, but it takes a bit more willpower to finish them. I've seen a lot of sewists pick up the knitting needles recently - see the amazing bubble sleeve cardigan by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BqpgipHHvI3/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">@rubymurraysmusings</span></a> and Emily <a href="http://selfassemblyrequired.co.uk/2018/12/15/on-hacking-knitting-patterns/" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Self Assembly Required</span></a>'s incredible chunky knit efforts for serious inspiration - which helped in spurring me on to finish this long-time project.<br />
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I chose the beautiful Cinnamon Dust Feeling Good Yarn as I was going through my orange phase at the time (see this <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/01/simplicity-8459-skirt-plus-pattern.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">skirt</span></a> and these <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/04/sewing-leftovers-new-look-6459-trousers.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">trousers</span></a>) and luckily I still love the colour now it's finished. Size 2 requires 6 balls, but I was surprised to find that I only used 5 in the end - though I wouldn't take the risk on ordering less, having heard a friend's knitting horror story of running out of wool with another WATG kit!<br />
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The sweater is knitted on 6.5mm needles so it comes together quite quickly when you put the effort in. It's made up of stocking stitch squares without any shaping, so it's easy to the point where it's almost a boring knit (I clearly can't find the balance between interest/speed with my knitting)!<br />
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I learnt the long tail cast on which gives a more elastic finish. The written guidance on this isn't the best and I struggled to visualise the technique, so I'd recommend watching the <a href="https://www.youtube.com/user/WOOLANDTHEGANGsa" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Wool and the Gang YouTube</span></a> tutorials. Having spent years casting on (mainly hats) using the standard method, I'm a total convert. I used the long tail method for a new hat recently and it gives a much neater edge.<br />
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The most fun and challenging part of the make was picking up stitches around the neckline for the funnel neck. After sewing up one shoulder seam, you add the neck stitches from the front and back sweater to your needle before knitting another long piece of stocking stitch, This means you have to sew up the other side of the neck, leaving a visible seam on the wrong side when the neck rolls into place. If I was savvier with knitting, I think I'd do this on a circular needle in future to avoid that extra seam.<br />
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I finally learnt how to sew up my knitting properly with invisible seams, which is probably one of the most useful skills I gained from this project. Again, the YouTube tutorials were much easier to digest than the written instructions.<br />
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I actually had a bit of a mare with sewing up as the measurements given for attaching the sleeves are <i>really</i> small. I attached both sleeves and sewed a whole side up before realising that it was impossibly small in the armpit and unpicking the whole thing. If you think unpicking sewing is a pain, try undoing your invisible seams in an alpaca/mohair mix wool - definitely tested my patience! If I was to make the jumper again, I'd go up a size for the sleeve to give a bit more room for movement.<br />
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I don't think it's the most flattering or beautiful sweater in the world - thanks to my Dad and boyfriend for the comments of 'did you run out of wool?', 'it's a bit short' - but it doesn't matter as I feel SO PROUD knowing I made it. Despite making me a bit sneezy, the wool is so soft and warm. I'm not giving up on sewing by any means, but I am finally ready to embrace the knitting needles!<br />
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I do think you're paying mostly for the brand with Wool and the Gang, so moving away from them, I'm currently eyeing up all the amazing chunky knit patterns from <a href="https://goodnightday.bigcartel.com/products" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Good Night, Day</span></a>. Next up though is the <a href="https://www.fibremood.com/en/patterns/448-tara-ribbed" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Fibre Mood Tara</span></a>, using <a href="https://www.woolwarehouse.co.uk/yarn/drops-eskimo-all-colours" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">this</span></a> super chunky bargain wool in olive from Wool Warehouse - <i>heads up, there are also some amazing sewing patterns in Fibre Mood too!</i> Has anyone else caught the knitting bug this winter?<br />
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<br />Shauni Shttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12962760401014329900noreply@blogger.com9tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7216185961128626965.post-88956986486104214202018-12-11T21:55:00.000+00:002018-12-11T21:55:00.887+00:00Pretty Mercerie Sayan Blouse<div style="text-align: left;">
You know those patterns that you see and just <i>have </i>to have? The Pretty Mercerie <a href="https://prettymercerie.com/pretty-patrons/4859-patron-couture-chemisier-cache-coeur-sayan.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Sayan Blouse</span></a> is one of them - maybe <i>the </i>one for me. It didn't matter that the instructions were in French, there was no PDF option available and the postage was close to astronomical: after seeing <i><a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/Bpq_ujKnKLK/" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">this</span></a></i> version by <a href="https://www.instagram.com/lamaisonsixchouettes/" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">@lamaisonsixchouettes</span></a> I was totally sold. And after making it I can confidently say I have no regrets!</div>
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My pattern arrived quickly and was beautifully packaged, which softened the blow of international postage. I muddled my way through the instructions with the help of the Google Translate app, which translates the text it identifies in the pictures you take. This was smooth in the majority, particularly considering that 'sewing speak' doesn't always translate so well! The construction is fairly straightforward and the illustrations are a great help, so confident makers could probably just go ahead without the instructions.<br />
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I tend to find that I span a range of sizes with French pattern companies. I also find that the sizing can run quite small. For reference in this case, my measurements are 91-72-93, putting me right across 3 different sizes - a 40 at the bust, between a 38/40 at the waist and a 42 for the hips. I traced a straight size 40 for ease, and because the blouse looked fairly loose fitting. This was definitely the right choice, but as a word of warning, the waist through to hips is a bit more fitted than I anticipated. Though I'll mostly be wearing mine tucked in, it would sit better when untucked if I'd graded it out from the waist - something I'd probably do in future!<br />
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Off the back of this, there was a bit of a discussion on Instagram about the often limited size range of French pattern companies. Pretty Mercerie chipped in offering apologies for their currently limited 34 - 46 size range. This pattern is a part of their first pattern collection and they indicated that they were testing the waters a bit, but said that they're trying their best to offer a more inclusive size range, English instructions and a PDF version ASAP, which is promising.<br />
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This deep bottle green, fluid viscose has been in my stash for ages. In fact, it was originally allocated to making the DP Studio Le 915 as a part of my <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/01/2017-in-sewing-v-2018-in-sewing-plans.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">2018 make nine</span></a>, which hasn't yet materialised, so at least it's being put to use! The fabric is quite light, so well suited for some of the more delicate design features of the Sayan. I'm not sure if it's the language barrier, but I couldn't see any suggestion of using interfacing in the pattern instructions. I'd class this as an essential for a crisp, professional finish, so cut pieces for the front facing, one of the collar pieces, and a pair for the cuffs.</div>
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I rarely sew shirts as I worry I don't have the precision to pull off the finer details such as cuffs and plackets, but my need to make the Sayan outweighed my regular avoidance tactics. The only bit that confused me was understanding the Google translation for making the sleeve plackets. I half followed the instructions and half made them from memory - though I'm sure there are plenty of YouTube tutorials out there to help - and the results are good enough for me!</div>
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When I commit to things I'd usually avoid, I don't do them by halfs, so I made 8 matching self cover buttons. Pressing them closed hurt my hands/fingers so much that I had to do them in two sittings, but they do make for a real professional finish. Does anyone have the magic trick for non-painful button covering? I took real time with my buttonholes; practicing, measuring and marking them out and using loads of fray check. I probably didn't breath for the whole length of time I was cutting them open either, but phew, I'd go as far as saying I think they're the buttonholes of my <i>life</i>.<br />
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I noticed a couple of missing notches for the tie belts, but the positioning is easy to work out. Other than that, the make was a breeze and it's filled me with confidence in my abilities to approach other makes that I'd ordinarily avoid. Despite the small hurdles - mainly me not understanding French - I would 100% recommend the pattern and would definitely be up for trying more Pretty Mercerie patterns in future. It looks like they've actually just released 4 new patterns and I'm very tempted by the <a href="https://prettymercerie.com/pretty-patrons/6389-patron-couture-manteau-yokohama.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Yokohama Coat</span></a>.<br />
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I LOVE my finished Sayan Blouse and can see myself wearing it again and again, whether I'm trying to look smart for work, or dressed down with it layered over a turtleneck. I saw these two blouses in Anthropologie and they've definitely got future-Sayan written all over them, particularly the one with D-rings at the tie! Question is, what colour shall I choose for the next?<br />
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Here's something a little different that I could've never seen myself sewing: baby clothes. My friend is having a baby shower and I wanted to make a gift for the baby with a personal touch - a perfect chance to sew some leftovers. Outside of the very blue or very pink 'gendered' clothes, the shops seem to have a limited offer of mostly boring white baby grows - my friend has chosen to keep the gender of the baby a surprise. This leftover <a href="https://www.chatchocolat.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Chat Chocolat</span></a> organic cotton jersey in wine, green and pink seemed perfect for some fairly gender neutral but pretty cool baby sewing.</div>
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<span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify;"><b style="font-family: lora; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Original garment made:</b><span style="font-family: "lora";"> </span><a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/11/chat-chocolats-new-solid-as-rock.html" style="font-family: lora;" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">This</span></a><span style="font-family: "lora";"> Secondo Piano Basic InstincT t-shirt in Chat Chocolat organic jersey from the Solid as a Rock collection.</span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "lora"; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify;"><br style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;" /></span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "lora";"></span><span style="font-family: "lora"; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify;"><b style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Leftover fabric amount: </b><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> The scrappiest of scraps - a pretty unmeasurable remainder of the metre I had for the t-shirt</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "lora"; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify;"><br style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;" /></span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: "lora";"></span><span style="font-family: "lora"; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify;"><b style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Leftovers-wise what did I learn?: </b><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">This may sound obvious to a lot of people, but wow, baby clothes are small and require the tiniest amounts of fabric! These two pieces were the quickest and simplest makes. A great way to stop these lovely scraps going to waste by turning them into sweet gifts! </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "lora"; margin: 0px; padding: 0px; text-align: justify;"><span style="margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">I found both of these patterns by just searching 'free baby sewing patterns' on Pinterest. The hat is a slightly adapted version of one from<span style="color: #777777;"> </span><a href="http://zaaberry.blogspot.com/2012/08/baby-hats-tutorial-and-pattern.html%20tutorial" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">this</span></a><span style="color: #777777;"> </span>trio of baby hats tutorial by Zaaberry Handmade. The pattern is for 0-3months and includes a tie knot version and a version with little bear ears.</span></span><br />
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I made my version reversible by cutting an extra set of the main hat pieces and flipping them to use the wrong side - a solid wine colour. I thought this added a bit of interest, and neatened up the finish of the hat, which will hopefully make it more comfortable for baby to wear. I used a zig zag stitch to topstitch the bottom band in place, sandwiching the main hat between it. </div>
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The baby leggings were meant to be the main piece, but I actually think the hat turned out cuter! They are a little bit bigger, which might explain it - the sizing didn't start at newborn. I used the <a href="http://andreasnotebook.com/wp-content/uploads/2016/08/baby-leggings-ANDREASNOTEBOOK.COM_.pdf?_sp=a951c8d9-cb81-4d13-ad87-c7f66439afd1.1543761160045" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Baby Go To Leggings</span></a> pattern by Andrea's Notebook - another freebie - which has 3 sizing options: 3-6 months, 6-9 months or 9-12 months. </div>
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As a warning, the written instructions in step one wrongly tell you to sew the fronts together along the outer edge, and then repeat with the backs. This step should be 'sew one front leg to the corresponding back leg along the outer edge'. Unfortunately I followed it blindly and ended up <b>unpicking my overlocking</b> - the <i>worst</i> of the worst sewing tasks.</div>
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Once I'd gotten over this, sewing them was a breeze. I already had a scrap of elastic in my stash for the waistband too, so it was an all round leftovers project. Using the overlocker for both projects made them seriously fast little sews - a sort of warm up to my main sewing of the day, which is coincidentally also with leftovers, this time from <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/11/the-good-grab-bin-buying-guide-ft-true.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">this project</span></a>. </div>
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I'm really pleased that I was able to make such unique gifts from my leftovers - hopefully they'll make baby stand out from the crowd when he or she arrives! Making these two pieces has definitely made me consider saving the smaller amounts of jersey that I'd normally throw away. I wonder if the hats would also be welcomed by local charities and hospital wards - one to look into...</div>
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I'm sure there're many other scrap-busting baby patterns out there too - if you have any favourites, please suggest them in the comments so we can grow a little resource of possible patten picks. </div>
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Did you see that November was Sustainability theme month over at The Sewcialists? </div>
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I had the opportunity to talk about the positive impact that practicing sewing leftovers has had on my own sewing habits. Read my piece <a href="https://thesewcialists.com/2018/10/29/how-sewingleftovers-has-changed-my-sewing-habits-for-the-better/" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">here</span></a> and get inspired by some of the other things sustainable sewers are doing to tackle waste and sew more mindfully <a href="https://thesewcialists.com/tag/sustainable-sewing/" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">here</span></a>.</div>
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Can you make a bad fabric good? When I'm not <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/p/sewingleftovers.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">sewing leftovers</span></a>, I'm a keen rescuer of the questionable fabrics that I'm sometimes drawn to - mainly the grab bin variety. This textured black velour is a prime example of one of those weird need to haves. It's sort of ugly and full of imperfections, but something about it just begged to be liberated from the bottom of the pile in Manchester Abakhan. A luxe True Bias Nikko Dress sprung to mind, working with the vertical stripe texture of the velour.</div>
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When I pulled the length of fabric from the grab bin, I realised that the stripe (and with it, the main stretch) ran horizontally rather than vertically as I'd hoped. It had a few faults too, where the texture looked squashed out of shape. Whilst I'm not one to promote over buying, in some cases it's good to have spare fabric, particularly if you're buying 'seconds' or worried about quality. In this case, I took home just over 3m for £8 - enough to 'work around' the dodgy bits and to try something else if my plans for a vertical stripe Nikko were scuppered by the stretch. </div>
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I used the fabric stretch guide on the Nikko, and although it didn't quite reach the recommended 75% (it was probably closer to 50%), I thought it was worth the risk of cutting on the cross grain. As with my <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/04/body-confidence-and-braving-nikko-dress.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">previous Nikko</span></a>, I cut a size 6, grading to a 2 at the waist and out to a 4 again at the hips. Knowing there would be tears if I couldn't fit it over my head (this has definitely happened before with some of my Nikko Tops made from stretchier fabric!) I cut the neckband on the less-risky straight grain, meaning the stripes run horizontally. </div>
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In the end, I found that the fabric had enough stretch to fit (I was a bit worried it would turn out tiny!). It was actually the lack of bounce back/recovery that presented more of an issue in getting the <i>right</i> fit. I had to take the dress in a couple of times to get the perfect comfortable-yet-close fit around the waist and hips. </div>
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This is a pattern is <i>so</i> made for tall makers - something I already knew about from last time. The weight of the velour seemed to make this version look even longer. I took 3" from the length and took the side split up by 3" too, though I'd be tempted to take the split up a little further next time.<br />
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In all I'm really pleased with how this Nikko turned out - definitely my best version yet! I didn't totally manage to miss the imperfections of the fabric - something the eagle-eyed amongst you may have spotted - but I think this sort of adds to the charm of it. It fits well, it's made to a higher standard than most high street garments, so who cares if there are a few dodgy creases here and there? After making it, I realised that Anthropologie are stocking loads of RTW clothes in similar fabrics at the minute - 'on trend' at a cost of about a twentieth of the price of the average Anthro dress can only be a winner.<br />
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I'm really interested to hear people's thoughts on this. Do you find it easy to be restrained when bargains present themselves, or are you the first to put them in your basket?<br />
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I always knew I would have some leftovers, but cutting this project on the cross grain meant that I used much less fabric than anticipated. It gives quite a basic dress a real luxurious feel to it - I even wore this dress to my friend's wedding last week! Party season is almost upon us, so this is definitely something I'm hoping to replicate with the leftovers, in either a pair of wide leg trousers or even a jumpsuit at a push! Bring on the <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/p/sewingleftovers.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">#sewingleftovers</span></a>!<br />
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My recent projects have all been the kind that have had to be kept under wraps, so I'm pleased to now be able to congratulate <a href="https://www.chatchocolat.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Chat Chocolat</span></a> on the release of their latest fabric collection, 'Solid as a Rock', and show you my makes as a part of the launch! I'm a fairly regular pattern tester, but I've never had the opportunity to specifically test fabric before - it was a real luxury to be given the freedom to decide what to make with such lovely fabrics by designer Véronique!</div>
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The collection is made up of a series of jersey and soft sweater knits in these amazing prints. I'm normally more of a block colour maker myself, but it's rare to come across such cool graphic prints - I couldn't resist trying them. If solid colour is more your bag, each print has a solid colour counterpart and matching ribbing - a nice touch! I already have a lot of 'wine' coloured clothes and accessories - this <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/03/ready-to-sew-juliette-skirt.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Ready to Sew Juliette</span></a> faux leather skirt being just one of them - so the wine/pink/green colour palette was a natural fit for my wardrobe. (There's also a vivid blue/brown/orange colourway too).<br />
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Despite Autumn/Winter being my favourite time of the year, I'm not a huge maker of jersey and sweater knit garments - I was even asked to test for the previous collection and didn't know what to make! It took the cusp of the changing season to help me see that I already had the perfect patterns in my stash: the Ready to Sew <a href="https://www.readytosew.fr/en/store/jackets/jamie" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Jamie Cardigan</span></a> and the <span style="font-family: "lora"; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;">Secondo Piano <a href="http://www.secondopiano.space/blog/2017/9/29/basic-instinct-tshirt-pattern" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Basic InstincT</span></a></span><span style="font-family: "lora"; margin: 0px; padding: 0px;"> t-shirt.</span><br />
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Good quality sweater fabric can be quite hard to come by, but the quality was obvious as I unpacked it. The sweater knit is thick and luxuriously soft, particularly the underside which has a fleecy feel to it. There's not a great deal of stretch to the fabric, making it really stable, and easy to both cut and sew with.<br />
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When I made my fabric selections, Véronique told me that they'd used the Jamie for some of their sample garments, so I knew it would make a good pairing with the fabric. I cut the longer version (View 1) to make full use of the cosy fabric and I opted for the size 38.<br />
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As with the <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/search?q=ready+to+sew" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">other Ready to Sew patterns</span></a> I've tried, I found the Jamie to be a smooth make with clear instructions. I was kindly provided with some of the matching plain sweater knit fabric for all of my hem bands and cuffs, which makes for quite a smart finish. The fabric was just right for the project, but I did find attaching the hem bands to be quite difficult due to the low amount of stretch. It's totally doable, but I'd probably gather all my edges in next time. I skipped the buttons as I'm quite happy with the finish as it is and can't see me wanting to fasten it.<br />
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The cuffs were particularly tricky as they're so narrow - regardless of the fabric stretch, there's no way I could have stretched them around the free arm of my machine - so I'd probably approach the construction in a different way next time. Perhaps joining them to the sleeve while flat, sewing the cuff/sleeve seam and then hand stitching the underside of the cuff in place would be an alternative.<br />
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I really like the finished garment, but would probably scale up the sizing in future to give it a more 'oversized' look. I'm definitely tempted by the cropped version too - this might actually go better with my current wardrobe as I wear a lot of high waisted bottoms - but this version definitely has the cosy-factor.<br />
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Next up to test was the jersey fabric - also lovely to work with. I thought I couldn't sing the praises of the Basic Instinct Tee any more than I already have done <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/09/sewing-leftovers-basic-instinct-t-shirt.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">here</span></a> (and it's a free pattern!) but it's come out looking even more polished than I expected. The power of quality fabric! The green in the print also pops a lot more than I thought I would ever be comfortable with, but I really like it. </div>
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Wearing the two together is a fun, bold look, whilst still being pretty casual, but I also really like both as standalone garments too! The benefit of having a wardrobe made up of majority plain garments means that the odd bold patterned piece works with nearly everything, so I'm looking forward to getting both into rotation. I can see definitely see the Jamie becoming a warm staple for my cold workplace.<br />
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Thanks Véronique for inviting me to try such lovely fabrics. The 'Solid as a Rock' collection is released on 13th November. Chat Chocolat is based in Antwerp, but you can visit the <a href="https://www.chatchocolat.com/pointsofsale/" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">website</span></a> to find a stockist near you!<br />
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I can sense a definite shift in tone in the sewing world: growing awareness of sustainability and sustainable initiatives, and with that, a heightened consideration of sustainable means and methods of creating. I started <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/p/sewingleftovers.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">#sewingleftovers</span></a> with the idea of transforming potential sewing waste into something wearable, but what if there wasn't actually any waste in the first place? The future of zero waste patterns is looking very bright - and I'd argue insanely fashionable - if <a href="https://www.milanavjc.com/news-fr" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Milan AV-JC</span></a> are anything to go by. I had the pleasure of taking my first venture into the world of zero waste patterns with their <a href="https://www.milanavjc.com/product-page/zero-waste-pdf-pattern-karma-trench" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Karma Trench</span></a>. The following review is pretty epic, but in short, wow. Just WOW.</div>
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I was recently contacted by <span style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;">Mylène L'Orguilloux, the French designer and pattern maker behind Milan AV-JC, who is on a mission to </span>raise<span style="font-family: inherit;"> awareness of the topic of textile waste. Having previously worked in the fashion industry, </span></span><span style="text-align: center;">Mylène</span><span style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"> has now turned her attentions to developing zero waste patterns and promoting the advantages of #ZeroWasteDesign to both the fashion industry and us home sewists. Her journey, realisations and eventual rebellion against industry standard practice is a <a href="https://www.milanavjc.com/all-about-en" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">fascinating read</span></a>, this perhaps being my favourite take away:</span></span></div>
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<i>'Being able to see the "zero waste" constraint as a source of creativity is ... a sustainable and innovative answer to the environmental disaster caused by the ... the fashion industry.'</i></div>
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I jumped at the chance to test Mylene's zero waste design philosophy in the form of her latest pattern, the Karma Trench. Whilst I pride myself on being able to see beyond the cover of a Big 4 envelope, I'm still a total sucker for great styling and fabric choices, so if you're not sold on the concept alone, let the beautiful <a href="https://www.milanavjc.com/en-pdf-patterns" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Milan AV-JC</span></a> sample garments and photography reel you in. There are currently 4 PDFs to choose from, available in both French and English.</div>
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I opted to print the A4 PDF, though the pattern comes with an A0 file if you'd rather get it copy-printed. The tiled pages essentially form a jigsaw of all the pattern pieces you need to make the trench and cover the width of the fabric, with just a little to spare down the side. Fears of blunting my fabric scissors from cutting through the paper quickly subsided, as the process was so fast! I was impressed with the creative use of every last bit of fabric within the pattern, from belt loops nestled into the armholes, to the little detail of a label holder buried in the back neckline.</div>
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The pattern has been developed with suede/faux suede in mind, specifically the variety that does not fray. I love the fabric used in the sample garments, which is linked in the fabric requirements, but I couldn't find a UK supplier of this or something similar. I settled on the 225g faux suede in 'terracotta' from <a href="https://www.fabric-online.co.uk/faux-suede/standard-faux-suede?p=1" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Fabric Online</span></a>. It's a seriously good imitation of the real thing and only £6.95p/m - there are loads of colours to choose from and I'd definitely buy it again - but it frayed a lot more than I'd hoped, which wasn't ideal, and led me to doing some tweaks that I'll talk about later.<br />
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The skill level for making the trench is listed as 'easy' and it really is. The instructions are all contained within a high quality 15 and a half minute <a href="https://youtu.be/VNU_1Bbx1Qc" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">YouTube tutorial</span></a>, which you can watch before buying the pattern if you want to assess the skills involved. I've never worked solely from a video tutorial before but I really enjoyed the experience of actually <i>seeing</i> how elements of the pattern come together before doing it myself.<br />
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The pockets are made up of 4 rectangles of fabric and the tutorial encourages creativity in how you fold them to create the final design. I couldn't help but feel that mine were a little clunky when I made them, but they started to look better on the whole once the garment came together. I also thought they sat a bit low initially, but when the trench is belted up, they're just right.</div>
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The rest of the garment comes together very quickly, particularly as there are no seams or edges to finish. I came to realise that my fabric was going to fray way more than practical or 'trendy' and I wasn't so keen on the wrong side, which was exposed by the large lapels (the fabric used in the sample garments seems to be double-sided). Ironically, I actually had a good amount of leftover fabric as I had to purchase it in full metre units, rather than being able to buy the specified minimum length of 204cm required for the size 38.<br />
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I used this spare fabric to draft a simple facing for the back neckline and front opening of the trench, with quite a generous allowance for the lapels. I also created facings for the sleeves as I couldn't risk spoiling the amazing shape of them with a dodgy hem - they extend to the seam mid-way up the sleeve, where they're tacked in place. The curved hem probably suffered the most in my experiments in using non-suitable fabric. I overlocked it and turned it up to a narrow hem, which has left it looking a little flute-y, but I'd say that the overall damage-control has been a pretty good save.<br />
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Whilst it might defeat the point of a zero waste pattern to buy extra fabric, if you can't find a non-fraying fabric then making these adjustments would definitely be an option - it's improved the overall finish of my Karma Trench no end. In other fabric options, I'd be interested to see how this works in a medium weight boiled wool, similar to the Maker's Atelier <a href="https://themakersatelier.com/patterns/unlined-raw-edged-coat" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Raw-edged Coat</span></a>.</div>
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If you can't already tell from the sheer volume of pictures in this review, I absolutely <b>love</b> the finished thing. The sleeves are way more voluminous than I expected, but with the triangular point on the bottom, they just sort of work! I feel bold and fashion forward in my Karma Trench, and even better knowing that some of it's coolest and most unusual design features - the sleeves, the pockets - were formed as a direct result of working with <b>all</b> of the fabric. I'd definitely recommend the pattern to anyone looking to try something a bit different, in terms of both method and design!<br />
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Thank you <span style="text-align: center;">Mylène</span> for letting me try this pattern and totally new kind of making experience. Is zero waste pattern design the future? I'm not sure, but I'm definitely open to trying more patterns like this, and I do hope that pattern companies will at least begin to adopt a 'reduced waste' focus, providing more creative lay plans and more precise fabric requirements.<br />
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These projects being zero waste are to some extent dependent on being able to buy fabric in very specific lengths, as I found with my Trench. The only online fabric shop I'm currently aware of that lets you do this is Stoff & Stil, but if you have any other recommendations for my future zero waste adventures, please leave them in the comments below!<br />
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In quick succession to the <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/09/dp-studio-le-411-skirt.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">last</span></a>, here's another flounce-y midi skirt, but this one's arguably (just a bit) more dramatic. Whilst I spoke about sewing the trends on <a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/07/stitchers-brew-podcast-episode-18.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">Stitchers Brew</span></a>, actually seeking out the trends isn't something I often consciously do, but this one was hard to get away from. Leopard print has infiltrated my Instagram feed, my mailing lists and my day to day. I've noticed a lot of fashion bloggers parading (probably expensive) leopard print skirts, not too dissimilar to <a href="http://www.whistles.com/women/clothing/skirts/animal-print-wrap-skirt-28965.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">this</span></a> Whistles one for £99. I'm left feeling quite smug that I've been able to recreate the look for less than £25!</div>
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Both the pattern and fabric are from Stoff & Stil. Handily, they can be bought together as a '<a href="https://www.stoffstil.co.uk/kit?bundleKitId=721&bundleId=1421" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">kit</span></a>', containing all materials needed to make the skirt, even better though, you can pick and choose which bits of the kit you need - I already had the thread, buttons and interfacing, so removed these from the basket. What I like about Stoff & Stil is that you can buy very specific lengths of fabric, and choosing my pattern size auto calculated the amount of fabric I required (size 10 = 2.15m), so there was also minimal fabric waste or leftovers.<br />
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The pattern is only available individually sized, which I know isn't good for everyone, but the HUGE bonus in this case is that the pattern pieces came pre-cut! The pieces are made out of a material that is closer to a non-fusible interfacing than tissue or paper, meaning they're really quite durable and easier to work with. There are no markings on the actual pieces - the notches are marked with triangular cut-outs and little circular holes punched for the dart tip - so you do have to carefully consult the pattern lay plan to work out which one's which.<br />
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The instructions are basic but functional, and apart from cutting it the wrong way round (so my skirt wraps the opposite way to what's intended) it was a really straightforward make. The steps don't really expand upon on ways to carry out a task, i.e. the best way to hem, but I think this gives the maker more opportunity to think about and apply their own preferred methods. It's worth pointing out that the instructions are provided in multiple languages too.<div>
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I love a good crepe and this one feels particularly luxurious in it's drape and movement - particularly when walking at pace! I'd definitely recommend this or at least a similar fabric, as it pressed and held it's shape well during the masses of hemming for those circular flounce pieces.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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In terms of fit, the skirt turned out very true to size, but as the wrap is quite generous, there is a bit of wiggle room dependent on how tightly it's fastened (I'm also going to add an extra button on the inside of mine for 'post-meal' comfort haha). In the past, I've worn wrap skirts that are totally inappropriate for any kind of weather or walking, but taking these pictures definitely put it to the test - the coverage is great! And I guess it's ended up a lot longer than I thought it would be - I'm a pretty average 5ft 6" - but I'm really into the bold look!</div>
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Overall it makes for a really polished statement skirt, at least in this fabric anyway! I'm encouraged by my first experience with a Stoff & Stil pattern and I'd definitely make it again, maybe in a slightly toned down black crepe for more everyday wear.Whether leopard print stays on trend or not, I can see me wearing this for many years to come!<br />
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When you say DP Studio, 'easy to make' isn't a phrase that usually comes to mind. But after spending more time than necessary building myself up to making the Le411, I was pleasantly surprised at how straightforward it was to sew in comparison to my last DP make (<i><a href="http://www.magnificentthread.com/2018/01/dp-studio-le-809-coat.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">this</span></a></i> coat) - and no mean feat considering I relied on Google to translate the instructions from French! Whilst some of their patterns are almost <i>too</i> fashion forward, this is one garment that totally hits the mark in terms of cool yet completely wearable.<br />
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The pattern sits alongside a collection by DP Studio in a special 'couture' edition of French magazine Modes et Travaux. From what I can understand, they seem to be working with different French pattern companies to release special issues, each with a collection of patterns from that designer (French speakers correct me if I'm wrong)! I was pretty thrilled to be sent my copy as a prize from DP Studio. I'm not sure if it's still available anywhere, but at the point of writing, you can still buy the I AM PATTERNS and Wear Lemonade editions <a href="https://boutique.modesettravaux.fr/couture.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: cyan;">online</span></a>. There are some amazing designs in the DP issue (see below) so I'd definitely recommend it if you can find a copy!<br />
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Though some of the patterns look quite complex, overall the written instructions seem more thorough than what is usual for DP. As a fairly simple design, I found the illustrations alone explained most of what I needed to know for this skirt.</div>
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I cut a size 40 which was spot on for my measurements, though it's worth noting that this particular pattern had a very small seam allowance - just 0.7cm - so no wiggle room whatsoever with sizing. Some of the other patterns in the magazine had larger seam allowances, which is quite confusing, but each is stated clearly, and well, at least they're included!<br />
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I visited the Manchester Abakhan armed with a list of specific fabric requirements and this project was on it. The skirt only requires 1.55m so it was easy to find a large enough crepe/viscose in the remnant bin - this one has a very subtle stripe and texture to it which I quite like. Inspired by the magazine sample garment, I bought enough of the black sheer sparkly fabric to double layer with the crepe, but chickened out - partly because I'm not too confident at working with sheer fabric and partly because I thought it would take it <i>way</i> past the point of everyday wearable.</div>
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I settled on layering the sheer fabric over the crepe for the ruffle alone. I haven't done much circle-based construction in my sewing before, but it was interesting to see the almost full circle ruffle come to fit with the curved edge of the main skirt - the volume is amazing. I would have quite liked to finish both layers of fabric separately for more movement, but I wasn't sure of the best approach for hemming the sheer fabric - how would you everyone else do this? - so I treated them as one. I overlocked the bottom edges together, and painstakingly hand sewed the whole hem for the neatest finish - <i>it took hours </i>but was quite a satisfying job in all.<br />
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I immediately loved this skirt from first try on, and I know it's going to be the perfect wear-all-winter garment. I'll definitely make the Le411 again at some point, and I have some lilac viscose/crepe that would be perfect for a second, I'd just need to figure out how to line it too. I'm encouraged to try more projects from the magazine - there's an amazing ruffled turtleneck - and would consider buying the others editions too as they're definitely great value for money!<br />
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