Author: Janine Sews

I am a Canadian who recently returned home to Calgary after 24 years in the USA, mostly in Florida and Georgia. I returned to sewing in 2015, and my focus is on sewing clothes for my over-50 body in styles and fabrics that make me look my best. I also vlog as Janine Sews on YouTube.
Simplicity 1499: Winter Wear for the South
Sewing · Simplicity

Simplicity 1499: Winter Wear for the South

Janine Sews6 Comments

In this part of the world, vests are standard wear for autumn and winter. I have a few in my closet but had never considered making one until I saw a sample garment at Hobby Lobby, placed right beside the fabric and patterns. Does anyone else think longingly of the days when fabric stores had… Continue reading Simplicity 1499: Winter Wear for the South

Butterick 6494 ~ Athleisure + Retreat Results
Sewing · Butterick

Butterick 6494 ~ Athleisure + Retreat Results

Janine Sews2 Comments

A mixed bag of results from the retreat, and nothing finished that weekend. I came home with a car full of UFOs that are finally done, 2 weeks later. Only one pattern was new to me - Butterick 6494 - so the majority of this post is a review. Pattern Butterick 6494 makes athleisure tops,… Continue reading Butterick 6494 ~ Athleisure + Retreat Results

Simplicity 8378 ~ Hacking Pants
Sewing · Simplicity

Simplicity 8378 ~ Hacking Pants

Janine Sews12 Comments

This was one of those 'clear the fabric & pattern stash' projects. But I wound up with some pants that will be great for casual days. Pattern Earlier this year Simplicity released a bunch of 'hacking' patterns. These are basic design with several different detail options so you can make the project your own. This… Continue reading Simplicity 8378 ~ Hacking Pants

Simplicity 8454 – Still the year of the sleeve
Sewing · Simplicity

Simplicity 8454 – Still the year of the sleeve

Janine Sews4 Comments

Okay, so I'm a trend monger. I like those sleeves with a bit of flourish. But how are they going to fit inside my winter coat? Pattern A couple of weeks ago Hobby Lobby had Simplicity patterns for 99 cents each. So I bought ten. For 99 cents, I reckoned I might get through some… Continue reading Simplicity 8454 – Still the year of the sleeve