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
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Simplicity 8570 ~ Simple Dress
Every morning I stare at my wardrobe and nothing excites me. I'm really tired of the standard pants/shirt/topper silhouette and am beginning to realize that I want to wear dresses. Inspiration Simple sleeveless dress in fun prints. I always find things I like in the J. McLaughlin catalogue. The Pattern Simplicity 8570 has a similar… Continue reading Simplicity 8570 ~ Simple Dress
Tunic with Choker Collar – Simplicity 8425
I've been ogling choker tunics and dresses since last summer, and finally had the right fabric and pattern. Simplicity 8425 is a very simply designed tunic or dress with a choker style collar, long sleeves, and 22" zip in the back. I'm at a point in my life where I like covering my neck -… Continue reading Tunic with Choker Collar – Simplicity 8425
Simplicity 8378 ~ Hacking Pants
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
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
Simplicity 1920 ~ Third Time Around
Sometimes the simplest of patterns brings the most satisfaction. Pattern Simplicity 1920 is one of those coordinates patterns - "Misses' Skirt, Top, Jacket, Scarf and Belt". I bought it early last year and sewed two tops, two belts and a skirt at the time. I like the shape of the tops - the deep scoop… Continue reading Simplicity 1920 ~ Third Time Around
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