tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-40067894140220507342024-02-21T09:20:40.505-08:00Stitched by KiriakiA sewing journal. Kirihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985568901958492382noreply@blogger.comBlogger98125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4006789414022050734.post-87328129024139393382019-04-11T09:36:00.003-07:002019-04-11T09:36:34.783-07:00Breaking the Pattern- Review<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I was excited to see a new sewing book at my local library last week. Without much thought I checked it out. The book is 'Breaking the Pattern' by Saara and Laura Huhta. It retails for $35.</div>
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There are 20 projects in the book plus endless ideas on breaking the patterns. All the patterns are included with the book and there is also an option to print the patterns. Also included is a section of pattern alteration, measuring and sizing and fabric selection - the usual information you would expect to find in a sewing book. </div>
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I made project one - The Nummi Bag. this is the only non-clothing pattern and possibly the easiest make in the book.<span style="-webkit-text-stroke-width: 0px; background-color: white; color: black; display: inline !important; float: none; font-family: Times New Roman; font-size: 16px; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; letter-spacing: normal; orphans: 2; text-align: left; text-decoration: none; text-indent: 0px; text-transform: none; white-space: normal; word-spacing: 0px;">Each project increases in skill level, therefore starting at the beginning is advisable for a beginner.</span></div>
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Making this bag introduces the maker to four different seams- plain, French, flat felled and bias bound seams. Instructions are clear and easy to follow and are accompanied with illustrations.<br />
I did not read any tips on how to deal with thick seams- however there should have been some mention in regards to this because by the end of the project the side French seams together with the flat felled seam at the corners gets very thick -especially when using denim. but then i admit to not having read the book cover to cover.<br />
i added a patch pocket to the interior and a D-ring tab to attach my keys to. i expect to use this bag at the beach or pool in the coming months.<u></u><u></u><u></u>Kirihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985568901958492382noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4006789414022050734.post-25625633948380176142019-01-02T08:03:00.001-08:002019-01-02T08:03:15.469-08:00Happy New Year!I very much neglected this blog last year. But I feel I am not the only one, many of the blogs I follow are rarely updated. It is a shame because I enjoy reading them and I am grateful for the ones that are regularly updated. My favourite <a href="http://handmadebycarolyn.com.au/" target="_blank">Handmade by Carolyn</a>.<br />
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Anyways moving on to my latest make. Its the <u>Erin Skirt</u> by Lisa Comfort (instructions and pattern from issue 22 and 23 of <u>Simply Sewing</u>). I started the skirt in November and its been sitting on my sewing table for a while waiting for buttons. This morning with the children back at school. I put on some music (Savage Garden) and got to work.</div>
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The fabric is a stretch navy blue corduroy (98% cotton). The buttons are spectrum cool size 1 1/8 in (28mm).</div>
<u></u>Its the third time making this pattern. I have enjoyed wearing my <a href="https://stitchedbykiriaki.blogspot.com/2017/10/the-erin-skirt.html" target="_blank">first skirt</a> very much but I feel that its a little short in length. (it may have shrunk) so this time I added an extra 2 inches in length. This is the only adjustment I made to the pattern.<br />
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I made this top with 3/4 length sleeves using Simplicity pattern D0657. I have used this pattern once before to make a dress. <br />
The fabric is an interlock knit with a sequin butterflies pattern all over. I removed the butterfly sequin from the neckband because I did not want them to irritate the skin but it was not easy. It took longer to removed a few sequin butterflies than to sew this top together.<br />
<br />Kirihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985568901958492382noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4006789414022050734.post-80609849071508750772018-05-29T09:55:00.004-07:002018-05-29T09:55:38.410-07:00Pokemon makes and a skirt<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I recently brought a yard of quilting cotton with a busy Pokémon print to make a few things for daughter. The first item is the Knickers pattern from issue 9 of <u>Simply Sewing</u>. This pattern is designed for woven fabric. The lingerie elastic I used is 3/8in (.95cm) by Dritz. The next item I made using up the scraps is a headphone purse. This pattern is from issue 38 of <u>Simply Sewing</u>. I also made a scrunchie from the scraps (not photographed) and still have about half a yard of fabric left. Thinking of using it to make a bag.</div>
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About a year ago I made this denim skirt using Simplicity Pattern D0718 and never got around to hemming it. Finally today I finished the hem with white bias binding, Sorry I just realized its difficult to see in this photo. I made view B from the pattern and eliminated the centre front seam. The denim is heavy and stiff. a piece i was given. This skirt is still a work in progress. I hope to finish this skirt off with some light distressing, by using sandpaper on the seams.</div>
<br />Kirihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985568901958492382noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4006789414022050734.post-39003371334216997632018-05-10T10:23:00.001-07:002018-05-10T10:23:58.538-07:00Sew Serendipity - Skirt<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I love this fabric is it 100% cotton chambray. I original made it into a gathered skirt for my daughter but after a year of it sitting at the bottom of her drawer I realized she was never going to wear it. So I unpicked the skirt thinking I could reuse the fabric for smaller projects. <br />
Inspiration to use it to make a skirt for myself came from looking through <u>Sew Serendipity</u>. All the skirts in this book are made from 6 panels and all use a combination of fabric. Ideal for using up small pieces of fabric.<br />
I chose the tailored skirt, its a knee length A-line skirt with pockets and invisible back zipper. There is a contrast fabric at each seam and on the pocket tops.<br />
I had enough fabric to cut the 6 panels and 2 pockets without worrying about pattern matching. Honestly I think the only people who will notice and mind I have not pattern matched are other sewist, a small number.<br />
The facing and inner pockets I cut from the contrast fabric.<br />
I cut a size medium, the finished skirt sits comfortable below my belly button. I made no alterations to the pattern, the finished waist measures 32 inches. I did not see listed any finished measurement and for me 2 inches wearing ease on a skirt is a lot. Now that I know how it fits next time I will use a wider seam allowance to eliminate some of the ease. For the zipper, instructions are given to install an invisible zipper using a regular zipper foot. Handy if you don't own an invisible zipper foot.<br />
This skirt came together nicely all the pieces aligned exactly. The instructions are well written and easy to follow as long as you don't mind flipping back and forth to all the different steps sections, the skirt instructions are on page 40, general skirt instructions on page 30 and zipper instructions on page 22. The nice thing about this book is all the included pattern pieces are full size. There are 6 variations on the skirt pattern . Also included in the book is a dress and jacket pattern with 6 variations each. Patterns are graded from XXS to XXL.<br />
<u>Sew Serendipity</u> by Kay Whitt retails for $27.99. I got my copy from amazon for $9.99.Kirihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985568901958492382noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4006789414022050734.post-41945106429289190332018-04-20T11:26:00.001-07:002018-04-20T11:26:47.643-07:00So very Happy!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Remember this cotton + Steel Mesa lawn fabric? Back in January I made a dress with it and just hated the dress, so I unpicked it and made something I do like with the dress skirt. so very happy I could salvage some of the fabric from the rubbish bin.<br />
Its a New look pattern that came with <a href="https://www.sewmag.co.uk/" target="_blank">Sew</a> magazine Feb 2018. I made style B the shorter top version, since I was working with cut piece of fabric. I cut a size 14, when I made up the sides and tried it on it felt a little tight, so I unpicked them and used a 1cm seam allowance instead of the 1.5cm allowance. its a better fit now. for the back closure instead of the loop and button I used a hook and eye that I already had. otherwise I made the top up as per the instructions which are easy to follow.<br />
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Kirihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985568901958492382noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4006789414022050734.post-15473860137578834022018-04-09T10:02:00.000-07:002018-04-09T10:02:05.623-07:00The Drape Top<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="http://www.simplysewingmag.com/pattern-shop/the-drape-top/" target="_blank">The Drape top</a> is a sleeveless top with a scoop neck line. Ordinarily I would not choose this style for myself but the pattern is rated as a great beginner project so I thought yeah, why not try making it.<br />
I used up the rest of 100% polka dot cotton jersey so its a no extra cost make.<br />
I measure a 14 in the waist and hips and between a 12 and 14 in the bust. I made a size 10-12 and the fit is good.<br />
All I need now is some warm weather so I can start wearing my new Drape top.Kirihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985568901958492382noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4006789414022050734.post-24221035223875827972018-03-29T12:58:00.001-07:002018-03-29T12:58:41.548-07:00Easy Sewing Project<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Inspired by the <u>Gym Accessories</u> feature in <a href="http://www.simplysewingmag.com/search/issue+38" target="_blank"><u>Simply Sewing</u> issue 38</a>, I trimmed some white terry toweling fabric , that I purchased a long time ago for I project I never made, with some colourful quilting cotton to make two new hand towels.<br />
For the first towel I followed the project instructions using four strips of fabric to bind the edges. This results in a wider band.<br />
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For the second towel I used my regular binding method. Both methods are easy, which method you use is personal choice. <br />
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Regular binding Method.<br />
1. Cut 3'' wide strips, length of fabric, Join strips to make one continuous strip long enough to cover all four sides.<br />
2. Press in half lengthwise with wrong sides together.<br />
3. Align raw edges of toweling and binding ,stitch together using a 1/4'' seam allowance. At each corner fold binding away from project to form a 45 degree angle, fold binding back down onto the next raw edge, align edges and continue sewing.<br />
4. To finish binding fold one short raw edge to wrong side by 1/2'', tuck other binding tail into the folded tail and stitch to finish.<br />
5. Fold binding to other side of towel and top stitch in place. <br />
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Kirihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985568901958492382noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4006789414022050734.post-73061591008318889632018-03-15T09:43:00.003-07:002018-04-09T10:02:23.923-07:00The Vest Top<br />
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I enjoy an easy and quick make like this vest top from Cotton and Chalk's "<a href="http://www.simplysewingmag.com/pattern-shop/the-holiday-set/" target="_blank">Holiday Set</a>". <br />
The suggested fabric for this top is stretch knits with 35% stretch. I used a 100% cotton jersey polka print from Fabric.com.<br />
The instructions are easy to follow just join the shoulder seams and side seams, double hem the neckline and arm holes with a 2.5cm hem for the bottom. I ignored the neckline instructions actually I did follow them to begin with but did not like the finished results, one shoulder ended up wider then the other, not a good look. I unpicked it and used 1/2'' single old bias tape instead. <br />
To use bias tape, firstly pre-shape the tape to match the curve of the neckline with a steam iron, right side of bias tape to right side of fabric. stitch in place , trim seam allowance to just under a 1/4''. Turn bias tape to inside and straight stitch into place. Its a neater finish.<br />
I used a 80/11 knit fabric needle and a narrow zigzag stitch for all sewing except the hem and neckline. For the hem I used a twin needle.<br />
I made a medium, its a loose fit. I was expecting a tighter body hugging fit. When I make this top again I will blend a small bust with a medium hip. I think this will give me the fit I was expecting.Kirihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985568901958492382noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4006789414022050734.post-75471741102865740992018-03-08T08:03:00.002-08:002018-03-08T08:03:53.430-08:00See and Sew Pyjama Top<br />
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Spent part of our snow day yesterday making this super soft pyjama top. Its loose fitting and super easy to make. The pattern is Butterick B5517. I made a size medium without any pattern adjustments. The fabric is organic cotton jersey from Fabric.com.<br />
The red bias tape on the neckline I chose it to add a little colour even if its on the inside but now I am worried the red might run and ruin the white top.<br />
Overall very happy with this quick and easy make.Kirihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985568901958492382noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4006789414022050734.post-8732850583449770412018-03-02T06:57:00.002-08:002018-03-02T06:59:13.499-08:00The Betsy Tote<br />
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My latest make is the Betsy tote pattern by Alice Caroline and Simply Sewing. For the interfacing I used 987F fusible fleece, my bag is soft and floppy and the base sags. The instructions recommend a heavy interfacing, I also skipped the internal zippered pocket (will probably regret this latter when I am using the bag).<br />
The purple webbing is from Icraftforless.com.<br />
The fabric was purchased years ago from Joann for a different bag but it was never made. I pieced two piece for the gusset as I did not have enough fabric. My favourtie feature is the front pocket, the way its patched on the bag front with the raw edges hidden by the straps and base seam gives you two pockets for one.<br />
The pattern instruction are well written making this an easy pattern to sew.<br />
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Kirihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985568901958492382noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4006789414022050734.post-29406045698300735022018-02-20T07:19:00.001-08:002018-02-20T07:19:22.228-08:00Bravo Bottoms Pattern<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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After making the Acacia pattern I purchased the <a href="https://bravobellabras.com/" target="_blank">Bravo Bottoms #1 pattern</a>. This pattern has 3 waist heights and 2 back options. So far I have made the bikini with the two back options. </div>
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This pattern requires fabric with at least 25% stretch. The stretch guide diagram is 4 inches in total therefore I added an extra inch before I used it to check the stretch of my fabric. I recycled a grey t-shirt, so I am also calling this a re-fashioned items.</div>
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The pattern pieces are hand drawn. I only mention this because I was surprised at first. There is no pattern layout but there are clear instructions on cutting, fitting and construction.</div>
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Instructions are given for attaching fold over elastic, stretch lace and lingerie elastic. I was confused and there did not follow the instructions for lingerie elastic instead I stitched the elastic to the right side of the fabric with straight edge aligned to the raw cut edge of the garment. I then folded the elastic back to the wrong side and topstitched with a zigzag stitch. afterwards looking at a read to wear pair I understood the instructions to sewing lingerie elastic so next time I will try it.</div>
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This pattern is a quick sew. I like quick makes.</div>
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<br />Kirihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985568901958492382noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4006789414022050734.post-15450912461143825022018-02-02T11:03:00.002-08:002018-02-02T11:03:35.864-08:00 The Acacia Pattern<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Ever since I made the <a href="http://www.simplysewingmag.com/free-projects/inspired-gbsb-knickers-tutorial/" target="_blank">knickers kit</a> offered with Simply Sewing issue 9 I have wanted to wanted to learn more about this area of garment making. The Acacia pattern, a low rise bikini cut underwear, is the perfect pattern to learn from using different elastic types( regular 1/4'', picot and fold-over elastic) and knit fabric. The knickers kit pattern uses woven fabric cut on the bias. </div>
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Regular Elastic- this elastic is flat and is sold in various widths, I used the 1/4' elastic for the striped pair. Once sewn in you cannot see it. It cost me .99cents per yard.</div>
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Picot/ Lingerie elastic- This elastic has one pretty scalloped edge and one straight plain edge. I ordered this elastic online from Porcelynne. I paid $5 for 5 yards. I used this elastic on the polka dot pair.</div>
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Fold- Over elastic- Fold -over elastic has a line down the centre that you fold over the raw edge of the fabric. I purchased this elastic precut, 1 yard per packet. I brought two packs at $2.99 each. I really needed 3 packs, to get 2 leg and 1 waist length, but I did not realize this when I made my purchase, instead of going back out to buy more I simply joined 2 pieces to get the length I needed. I used this elastic on the white pair. </div>
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All fabric is from fabric.com. The striped fabric is left over from a previous project, its a cotton poly blend. The other two fabrics are all cotton jersey knits. The white fabric is organic and super soft.</div>
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<a href="https://megannielsen.com/" target="_blank"> Megan Nielsen</a> gifted the Acacia pattern to her newsletter subscribers last Christmas. Thank you Megan, its a great pattern. The instruction are clear, the project easy to sew. I consider it a wonderful project for a beginner or anyone with too much leftover fabric sitting around. This is also the first time I printed and used a PDF pattern, the whole process is so uncomplicated i will not hesitate to buy and use PDF patterns in the future.</div>
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The making of a new dress is always a journey. This journey began with an online fabric search and purchase of 2 1/2 yards of Cotton + Steel Mesa Lawn, titled sunrise in navy. It's 100% cotton and absolutely lovely.<br />
The Pattern is 'The Adele Dress" from Simply Sewing issue 34 ( dress B, short version). It has kimono sleeves, a pleated skirt with pockets, a centred back invisible zipper and V neckline.<br />
The pattern is well drafted with clearly marked sleeve and pocket notches, that are helpful in aligning each piece correctly, however I found it very odd that the instructions make no mention of these marks. Also the instructions do not mention that after sewing the side /underarm seam the underarm curve needs to be clipped so the sleeve will sit flat without tugging, maybe this is an obvious step but good instruction should not leave you guessing. <br />
I have one regret from this dress journey and that's not making a toile first. From the finished garment measurements I was expecting the bodice to be big on me but it turned out small.<br />
So, I am disappointed with the final outcome and so its time to quietly move on to my next project.Kirihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985568901958492382noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4006789414022050734.post-89693194591708253382018-01-18T06:20:00.000-08:002018-01-18T06:20:09.817-08:00Tulip Skirt<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Pattern- <a href="http://www.simplysewingmag.com/sewalong/simply-sewing-sewalong-tulip-skirt-sew/" target="_blank">The Tulip Skirt</a> by Sew Over It. It's a Simply Sewing sew along from issues 5 to 7. The sew along offers optional steps such as belt loops, piping at the waist, lining the skirt and adding a lace trim at the hem. The skirt features front pleats and back darts , a waistband with invisible zip and inseam pockets.<br />
Fabric - 100% corduroy cotton an off white tribal medallion on black background. It cost me $8.98 per yard<br />
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I made a size 12 and added black piping to the waist of my skirt. The inseam pockets are reinforced with a small zigzag bar at the lower opening. If I was to make this skirt again I would draft deeper pockets so my phone would fit inside the pocket, and I would use 1cm seam allowance for just a little more breathing space at the waist.Kirihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985568901958492382noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4006789414022050734.post-27225628285436972012018-01-09T08:13:00.002-08:002018-01-09T08:13:50.228-08:00Pyjamas<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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My daughter asked for warm and comfy pyjama bottoms so I rushed over to my local Joann and found the cutest print ever in the sale section , best of all its 100% organic cotton. After the first wash the flannel feels so soft and silky to touch, I am thinking its because its organic. </div>
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The Pattern: Sew and Sew B5517 by Butterick. View C.</div>
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Fabric: Dolittle by Cloud 9. $7.49 per yard.</div>
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<br />Kirihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985568901958492382noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4006789414022050734.post-83044681376342936222018-01-02T06:45:00.000-08:002018-01-02T06:45:10.072-08:00Happy new yearI set myself the goal of learning to sew my own clothes in 2017. There are 4 me made dresses and skirts hanging in my closet. Yes, if you look at them closely they are not perfect , but despite the flaws I enjoy wearing them. <br />
One of the biggest challenges in the begin was making the toiles in my size. Ready made clothes and pattern sizes differ so much and I had a hard time believing that I should make a size 14 when I wear a size 6. I made many snug fitting toiles, once I allowed myself to trust in the pattern information and make clothes that correspond with my measurements I discovered making clothes that fit with minor adjustment is easy. <u>Size Wise </u>in the December 2017 issue of <a href="http://www.sewnews.com/index.html" target="_blank">Sew News</a> by Joi Mahon explains it so much better than I am.<br />
Picking fabric also is a challenge mainly because I only want to make and wear clothes from natural fibres. The closest fabric shop is a smaller Joann with a limited apparel selection and although online shops have a larger selection each time I have opened my package I have been surprised, there is no substitute to seeing and handling the fabric before buying, I guess I should buy a sample first but I am impatient and that just increases the wait.<br />
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The goal for 2018 to double the number of me mades in my closet. Here is to another year of happy sewing!Kirihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985568901958492382noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4006789414022050734.post-13385578393297607562017-12-06T10:56:00.002-08:002017-12-06T10:56:31.435-08:00Christmas Ornament<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I saw <a href="http://www.simplysewingmag.com/free-projects/get-festive-fabric-make-christmas-baubles/" target="_blank">this project</a> in a magazine last Christmas and purchased the plastic ornament but it sat around collecting dust for a year. After making the Christmas stocking I remember the project and used the scraps to cover my dusty plastic ornament (after I wiped it clean). Super easy and quick to make.</div>
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<br />Kirihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985568901958492382noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4006789414022050734.post-48228349060808996932017-11-13T09:05:00.000-08:002017-11-13T09:05:09.452-08:00Christmas Stocking<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Its beginning to look a lot like... well you know the rest. The pattern for this patchwork stocking is in issue 35 of <a href="http://www.simplysewingmag.com/" target="_blank">Simply Sewing</a>. The fabric is a Winterfest Bundle from Joann.Kirihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985568901958492382noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4006789414022050734.post-15084872885946515302017-11-03T00:30:00.000-07:002017-11-03T00:30:12.244-07:00The Library Book BagA lot of people would argue that no one visits libraries anymore, but its simply not true. I personally visit my local library weekly and on those visits I need a lightweight bag to carry home all the heavy books I borrow. The library book bag is perfect for that trip to the library. There is a front patch pocket with pintuck details for the library card. The bag base is reinforced with interfacing ( nothing worse than the bottom falling out of your bag) and the bag is unlined making it very lightweight. Finally the side seams are neatly finished and the straps are secured with a box stitch.<br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">24 inches (60cm) woven decorator fabric main fabric <o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">12 inches (30cm) contrast fabric quilting cotton<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Interfacing <o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">thread<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">2 buttons <o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Seam allowance 5/8 inch (1.5cm)</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">2 <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>17 ¾ x 13 ½ in
bag body from main fabric<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">2<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>31 x 4 straps
from main fabric<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">1 <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>10 x 13 ½ in bag
base from contrast fabric<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">1 <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>8 x 6 in pocket
from contrast fabric<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="font-family: Calibri;">1<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>8 x 4
interfacing<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">With bag body pieces right sides together stitch base . If
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Press seam open. Press <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>raw edge of seam allowance under towards <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>the wrong side by ¼ in. Stitch 1/8 inch from
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Centre and fuse interfacing to bag base.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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the wrong side both 13 ½ in sides of the bag base. <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Find the halfway point of the 10 in side and
match this with the seam of the bag. Place it right side upon the right side of
the bag <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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sides. Backstitch at the start and finish of each seam. (Optional you can use a
twin needle to stitch two rows)<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Fold under top <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>edge
by ¼in.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>Press and fold again ½ in. stitch
to hold (optional twin needle)<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Measure and mark down from the top 1in, 1 1/2in and 2in.
fold on each mark and stitch ¼ in from the fold. (Alternatively you could use a
pintuck foot) <o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Press under the sides and bottom by ½ in. Trim corners to
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Place pocket ½ in up from the bag base and 2 ½ in from
the edge, right side up on the right side of the bag. Pin. Edge Stitch from the
top right hand side down to the base and up the left hard at the top left hand
side pivot and stitch a second row ¼ in<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">
</span>in from the first row.. At each corner with the needle down lift the
presser foot and pivot the bag. Pass thread tails to inside of bag tie off and
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Place right sides of bag together and stitch bag sides.
Trim seam allowance of the bag body between base seam and bag base. Do not trim
bag base seam allowance. Press seam allowance towards the wrong side on each
raw edge as before. Stitch 1/8 in from fold edge through seam allowance only.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Fold strap <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>in half
lengthwise with <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>wrong side together.
Press, open and fold raw edges towards<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>the
crease. Press and fold again to conceal raw side. Edge stitch lengthwise on both
sides.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Place strap 2 ½ in from sides. Pin to right side with raw
edges aligned. Tack ¼ in from raw edge to hold in place. Ensure strap is not
twisted. Trim ½ in of seam allowance at top to reduce bulk.<o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Calibri;">Press to wrong side ¼ in top of bag and again 1 inch. Tuck
straps into bag. Topstitch lower <span style="mso-spacerun: yes;"> </span>fold,
start stitching at side seam. Pull straps out of bag and top stitch edge of bag
stitching straps down.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Kirihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985568901958492382noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4006789414022050734.post-67654298846527699582017-10-29T06:34:00.001-07:002017-10-29T06:34:41.894-07:00A New Skirt<br />
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After the success of my Erin skirt I have made another skirt. This time however I had many false starts. Firstly I purchased the wrong size pattern. Then the fabric I wanted to use sold out and finally I had set my mind to using white bias tape only to discover that the white of the fabric is not the same white as the bias tape back to Joann for more bias tape. In the end I went bold with my favourite colour combination red, white and black.</div>
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Pattern- Simplicity 8420 or D0718. The skirt comes in two lengths and four patch pocket options. I made view D.</div>
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Fabric- from fabric.com, its a 100% cotton corduroy. The bias tape is by Wrights/Simplicity.</div>
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Techniques learnt and final thoughts- I learnt how to sew double fold bias on the pockets and hem. Also how to sew a waist facing.</div>
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I made a size 16 since I measure 30 at the waist and 40 at the hips but when I tried the skirt on it gaped at the back ( I often have this problem with RTW jeans). I took in the excess fabric at the back darts. This is the only adjustment I made to the skirt.</div>
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I like the pockets but I don't think them useful. I suspect anything I place in them will slide right out when I sit down. I plan to make this skirt again with different pockets.</div>
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<br />Kirihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985568901958492382noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4006789414022050734.post-47524964383729466272017-10-19T11:06:00.001-07:002017-10-19T11:06:15.166-07:00How to TuckA tuck is a fold in the fabric that is intentionally stitched in place. It sits on the fabric's surface and can be sewn vertically and horizontally. Each tuck reduces the fabric size by its width. A tuck can be functional, removing excess fabric or purely decorative adding visual interest to plain fabric. They can be placed close together without any spacing, with spacing, in groups or randomly stitched.<br />
When estimating how much fabric you need add the width of a tuck plus the space between each tuck this will tell you how much fabric each tuck needs. Hide any joins of fabric within a tuck.<br />
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<u>Three Basic Tucks</u><br />
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<u>Single tuck</u>- Sewn with a straight seam that runs parallel to the fold. It can sit flat or centred over the seam. From the wrong side the tuck looks like an ordinary seam.<br />
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<u>Double tuck</u>- Has two seams that run parallel to the fold. The second seam forms a narrower tick within the wider first tuck. The double tucks are centred with the second tuck sitting on top of the first tuck.<br />
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<u>Pintucks</u>- similar to a single tuck but very narrow. For quick and easy pintucks a pintuck foot and twin needle are useful but not essential. A pintuck foot has narrow grooves on the underside. These grooves help sew rows of evenly spaced pintucks. A pintuck foot works best with light weight fabrics.<br />
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<u>How to Tuck using an All Purpose Foot and Single Needle</u><br />
1. Decide on the width of each tuck.<br />
2. Mark a fold line on right side of fabric, on either side of the fold line mark the stitch line. The distance away from the fold line in which the stitch lines are placed equal the width of the tuck.<br />
3. Pinch the fabric at the fold line with wrong sides together. Follow the stitch line to sew the tuck.<br />
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<u>How to Tuck using a Pintuck Foot and Twin Needle</u><br />
1. Attach foot and switch to a twin needle. Increase tension to 7 and set stitch length to 2.<br />
2. Thread the machine with two spools. One spool going clockwise the other counter clockwise. Use the same thread for the bobbin.<br />
3. Mark the first tuck on the right side of the fabric.<br />
4. Sew following the marked line to from the first pintuck.<br />
5. Place the first pintuck so it nests in a groove to the left or right of the centre. The further way from the centre the first tuck is the wider the space between tucks. Sew the second tuck. Repeat as desired.<br />
<br />Kirihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985568901958492382noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4006789414022050734.post-44577331660628707232017-10-11T06:26:00.003-07:002017-10-11T06:26:52.076-07:00The Erin Skirt<br />
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<u>Pattern</u>- The Erin Skirt (short version) from Sew Over It. A button up high waisted skirt. I followed the sew along from issue 22 and 23 of <u>Simply Sewing.</u><br />
<u>Fabric</u> - Essex Yarn Dyed Linen in black. Its a 55% linen/ 45% cotton blend.<br />
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I made the skirt in a size 12 and it fits perfectly without any alterations. My favourite feature are the pockets. I can carry my phone and keys without the need of a bag. This skirt is a zero additional cost make, in that the fabric, interfacing and thread are all leftovers from a previous make. The buttons recycled from an old jacket.<br />
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The instructions are easy to follow, my only hiccup in making the skirt is the waistband was 1cm short for my skirt. The instructions state that the waistband should extend by 1.5cm on each end for the seam allowance. On my skirt one end was only 1/2 cm. However this turned out to be no problem at all since the seam allowance needs to be trimmed down to 1/2 cm anyway.<br />
I also spent some time fiddling with the buttons especially the waistband button. I have lost count how many times I stitched and unstitched that button, I think I have the placement right now.<br />
The Erin is super easy to make and I love wearing it.Kirihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985568901958492382noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4006789414022050734.post-55846715139926082712017-10-02T14:23:00.000-07:002017-10-11T11:55:48.658-07:00The Joni Dress<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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The Pattern- The Joni Dress from issue 22 of <u>Simply Sewing</u> is a long sleeve shift dress with front placket, contrast collar and cuffs, pleats and inseam pockets.<br />
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Fabric- Cotton twill in burgundy for the dress and a quilting cotton for the collar, cuffs and placket.<br />
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Struggles and Triumphs- I struggled to match the bodice and skirt side seams and bust darts. They are slightly off.<br />
When sewing the sleeve seam at the cuff I used a zipper foot and the needle all the way to the left to get a perfect 1.5cm seam allowance.<br />
I hand stitched the under collar in place using a ladder stitch for a neat finish.<br />
I finished the hem using a blind hem stitch.<br />
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Final thoughts- I enjoyed making the dress. It gave me the opportunity to learn new skills like sewing cuffs but it also taught me the importance of choosing fabric. In future I will not be using cotton twill to make a dress. It creases. Also the solid colour is a mistake. Originally I was not going to include the placket but without it the dress looks frumpy. One of the difficulties of making your own clothes is not knowing how the finished dress will look until after you have invested a lot of time sewing. This dress looked so much better in my mind.Kirihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05985568901958492382noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-4006789414022050734.post-9169352566841249272017-09-25T06:00:00.001-07:002017-09-25T06:00:15.808-07:00Work in Progress- The Joni Dress<div data-block="true" data-editor="1ej1r" data-offset-key="3bnl1-0-0">
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