Sewing

Summer 2018 Fabric Haul & Plans

17 July, 201818 July, 2018 Janine Sews5 Comments

In the past couple of weeks, I've somehow managed to acquire a lot of fabric. First there was a trip home to Canada, then I attended the annual conference for the American Sewing Guild, and finally, I was tempted by Fabric Mart Fabrics. Rather than write a zillion words about my acquisitions and plans, I… Continue reading Summer 2018 Fabric Haul & Plans

Tunic with Princess Seams – Simplicity 1461

16 June, 20186 May, 2019 Janine Sews14 Comments

Lately, when I've looked through my wardrobe I've been bored with everything I own. There are a couple of things I like, but most of my clothes are either very simple and basic, or they don't fit. The 'don't fit' piece can eventually be remedied, but it's faster to make something new. So for the next… Continue reading Tunic with Princess Seams – Simplicity 1461

2018 RTW Fast · Sewing

Wardrobe Contest Follow-Up

14 March, 2018 Janine Sews4 Comments

High-fiving myself because I actually completed this commitment! Pattern Review's Wardrobe Contest ends tomorrow, and of the approximately 115 who have signed up for the contest about 25 have completed and submitted their entries. I'm happy to be one of the entrants. I am not going to write blog posts on each item, at least… Continue reading Wardrobe Contest Follow-Up

Indie Patterns · Sewing

Swoon Patterns ~ Glenda Purse

10 March, 20186 May, 2019 Janine Sews5 Comments

Something different. I learned to sew a purse! There are so many options now for those who want to make structured bags that look like they come from a designer shop. And one of the benefits of living in a city with a thriving chapter of the American Sewing Guild is access to classes -… Continue reading Swoon Patterns ~ Glenda Purse

2018 RTW Fast · Indie Patterns · Sewing

Grainline Studios Lark ~ a drawer filler

4 March, 20186 May, 2019 Janine Sews16 Comments

I'm afraid my dresser drawer may have less space this spring and summer ... The Inspiration The inspiration for this project wasn't this exact top, but rather the fabric, print, and general shape of Boden tops. Over the years I've bought a lot of Boden and love their bright colours in whimsical, often graphical prints.… Continue reading Grainline Studios Lark ~ a drawer filler

2018 RTW Fast · McCall's · Sewing

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