Pattern Review of the Adult Essential Dolman
Dive into my latest sewing adventure with Ellie & Mac’s Weekly Sale pick! Despite a minor waist mishap, this slinky creation, perfect for summer days, exceeded expectations with its soft organic viscose drape.
Pattern Review of the Diana Dress & Top
Immerse yourself in the elegance of transforming a simple square neckline into a romantic sweetheart silhouette. Explore the allure of diverse sleeve options, from the grace of 3/4 shirred to the whimsy of flutter styles.
My Favourite Tres Belle Hack – Pattern Review!
Dive into the art of creating dresses that flutter with romance and flatter with ease. Discover the charm of the Tres Belle dress combined with the whimsical Willow Flutter Sleeve, and find out why pockets are a must in every seamstress’s repertoire.
Updated Pattern Review of the Dutchie Jacket
Read my thoughts on the Dutchie Jacket from Ellie & Mac as well as a video hack to eliminate the visible stitching on the front.
Pattern Review of the Adult Discoverer Tee
A fun, super easy pattern to sew for beginners right through to experienced. Mix and match fabrics to create varied looks.
How to add a knit binding feature to the Kids Discoverer Tee
I love the kids discoverer tee. Its such a great, simple pattern with great colour blocking. It’s one of my go to patterns when making the kids basics. Recently, I’ve been adding a little contrast knit binding at the front colour blocking, just to give the pattern a little something-something and I really think it […]
Pattern Review of the Colour Block My Way Hoodie
Pattern: Your Way HoodieDesigner: Ellie & MacFabrics: Wattle Hill FabricsMeasurements: Chest:21.5″; Waist 20.5″; Hips 21″Size made: 2TAdjustments: NonePros: This is a great jumper for heading into Winter. Colour blocking is always a win for me.Cons: The neckline was a little small in testing, but it was fixed for the final file. Links: The Wrap Up: Before I had a boy, I used to […]
Pattern Review of the Chill Tee & Hoodie
Pattern: Chill Tee & HoodieDesigner: Ellie & MacFabrics: Sew Unique Fabrics French TerryMeasurements: Chest: 38.5″; Waist 35.5″; Hips 42″Size made: LAdjustments: NonePros: I love the colour blocking on this one. It’s a great casual tee.Cons: I think this is more suited toward a tee than a hoodie. If I was to make it as a hoodie I would size up at least 2 […]
Pattern Review of the Kids Raglan Tee
Pattern: Kids Raglan TopDesigner: Ellie & MacFabrics: Accent Fabric – Wattle Hill FabricsMeasurements: Chest: 21″Size made: 2TAdjustments: NonePros: Raglan style on kids look so trendy & a great unisex tee option. They are also so simple in construction.Cons: None Links: The Wrap Up: As the weather turns colder in Melbourne, I’ve started having to pull out the long sleeve tops. I was a […]
Pattern Review of the Kids Dutchie Jacket
Pattern: Kids Dutchie JacketDesigner: Ellie & MacFabrics: Denim – Spotlight. Accent ballerina French Terry – Sew Unique FabricsMeasurements: Chest: 22″Size made: 7Adjustments: NonePros: This is a super cute jacket that I liked could be made with either snaps or a zip. I also liked that you can use a woven for the main body and mix it up with knit for the […]