McCalls 7575 – Button-Down

28 February, 20186 May, 2019 Janine Sews23 Comments

I've always liked button-down shirts, but ones off the rack don't fit me. Well, they used to fit me, then I put on weight. While snoop shopping, I've admired a few shirts. Carolina Herrera makes white button-downs that are so elegant and timeless. Shirts are also appealing to me because you can make them work… Continue reading McCalls 7575 – Button-Down

2018 RTW Fast · Sewing

Plans for Wardrobe Contest

11 February, 2018 Janine Sews8 Comments

I swore I wouldn't enter another contest. I never win, and frankly, that pisses me off. Okay, I know that I have no where near the talent and skills of the winners, but it still annoys me. But the timing is right for the Pattern Review Wardrobe Contest. We're going on holiday later in the… Continue reading Plans for Wardrobe Contest

2018 RTW Fast · Sewing · Vogue

Vogue 8497 ~ Shawl Collared Top

5 February, 20186 May, 2019 Janine Sews7 Comments

I have about three long-sleeved casual tops - football, football and Canadian Olympic Team. I wanted something new and normally I'd go shop for something at the January clearance sales, but I shopped my pattern and fabric stash instead. The Inspiration Vogue 8497 This pattern was issued in 2008 and is now out of… Continue reading Vogue 8497 ~ Shawl Collared Top