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I had a pretty busy weekend, too busy because before I looked up it was Monday. I wish I had 48hrs in a day because I just cant keep up with everything, maybe I should look into cloning, LOL
I made this dress last night after looking through my stash and trying to figure out how to best use this fabric. It is a medium weight knit with the interesting striped and solid color blocked pattern that I wanted to keep in text but make interesting so I when I came across a pattern I have made before (a few times) I knew it would be perfect because the pattern itself (V2091 which is out of print) is cut on the bend because of the pleated side creating an interesting effect at the hem with the angled look. It was fun because it took shape without me really needing to think of it much and it turned out kinda cool.
I also wanted to use the fabric for sleeves and so I used the sleeve pattern from THIS Tracy Reese dress I made and they fit pretty darn good. It just goes to show that sometimes it is not the pattern but the fabric that can lead you to make a really cool garment. I also have always been a huge fan of this patten because I love the boat neck! it is high on the neck the way I like it without being annoying to wear. Maybe Vogue should bring this one back.
**Also on the news front Bernina has asked me to represent them at the Craftcation Conference in March as an instructor ;-) check me out HERE!
Fabric info coming soon, trying to find it; I will post an update.
DIY Dress (similar ready made) HERE and HERE / Steve Madden Red Heels (similar) HERE
Hi Darlings! Today is the first video of many to come over the next four weeks. Today's video is a lot of me talking but we must get through the very basic things you need to know before we start our project so make sure to view the entire video and then follow up with a good read of your sewing machines instruction manual. Make sure to join our flickr group so that if you have questions or get stuck along the way you can share your progress pics and I can try to help you and answer anything you may be confused about. *Note: There may be things I will remember during the week that I did not include in the video so if that happens I will post an update video under the "Free Sewing Class" tab.
We are covering the basics today: How I got started, How I Teach, Basic Sewing Tools for your Kit, Sewing Machine Basics: Threading and Understanding, Reading and Understanding the Pattern Envelope Front and Back. Make sure you read though the class supply list from last weeks post and that you have everything you need for next weeks class. Last weeks posts can be found HEREandHERE or under the "Free Sewing Class" tab under the header.
Lesson 1: Sewing Basics
Next Weeks Lesson:
Tackling The Pattern Tissue Reading Instructions + Understanding Pattern Markings Fabric Layouts + Choosing Your "FINISHED" Size Cutting The Pattern
Hi Darlings! I am always so excited to see my tutorials reviewed because it gives me insight in how to improve or add or adjust and it is always GREAT to see someone as fabulous as Kelly showing us all that feeling great and looking great does not only come in a size 2
ROCK IT! She did an amazing job and I love the denim fabric choice. Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts with us Kelly! xoxo
Pattern Description: High Waist Pencil Skirt Pattern Sizing:You draft the pattern according to your measurements Did it look like the photo/drawing on the pattern envelope once you were done sewing with it? I think so. Were the instructions easy to follow? I have watched a lot of sewing/crafting videos over the years. I continue to be impressed by Mimi’s teaching style as she walks you through every step and tells you why you’re doing what you’re doing in simple easy to understand terms. Mimi has produced another winner. What did you particularly like or dislike about the pattern? The tutorial is full of techniques and manages to give you all the information you would typically learn in a sewing 101 series yet presents it in a way that is so matter of fact and encouraging that you don’t even realize you’re learning intermediate techniques. Pattern drafting, fitting, topstitching, edge stitching, the COOLEST, EASIEST invisible zipper insertion technique known to man (this alone makes the video worth the price) are just a few of the techniques you’ll learn in this tutorial. Fabric Used: Stretch Denim Pattern alterations or any design changes you made: Not necessary since the pattern is custom Would you sew it again? Would you recommend it to others? Honestly, I don’t know what to be happier about, my perfect skirt, how much use I will get out of this pattern or the unlimited options that can be created using the basic skirt pattern. Conclusion: This will be my TNT pencil skirt pattern
I woke up this morning in a panic, that ever happen to you? when you wake up thinking you are late or forgot something and realize its like 3am, LOL ugh! I have so much going on in my head that I keep thinking I am forgetting to do something and now its affecting what little sleep I do get. I think I need to start forcing myself to go to bed earlier.
You know what is also strange for me? The last month or so I haven't wanted to shop (I know it's terrible eek!) but I just have not been excited about anything. The hubby thought something was wrong with me when we went to the mall and I left with nothing and didn't even bother to look around, LOL but yesterday I went to the mall to grab a quick bite and ended up picking up a few things, like these window pane pants and green top, I think the spell has been broken and I am back to normal ;-) for whatever reason my shopping mojo had taken a break which was just fine for my pocketbook and it also let me wear things I have in the closet and had yet to rock.
Window Pane Slim Cropped Pants HERE / F21 Green Silky Shirt (similar) HEREorHERE/ BCBG Heels (old) / Necklace (old) Gifted
I'm so excited that you guys are out buying your fabrics and getting ready for class. Don't worry if your pattern does not arrive on time or your fabric because the first lesson is about reading and understanding so you have at least one more week before we start cutting or sewing a thing.
Today I am keeping it pretty simple with my sequin top from J. Crew; I got the top for my birthday in November and I had yet to wear it so I pulled it out and grabbed some jeans. The pumps I got at Steve Madden a few weeks ago because I didn't have a red pair of closed toe pumps in my closet and wearing them today was just the pop I needed. I hope you guys are having a great week so far!
J. Crew Sequin Top HERE / Gap Jeans HERE / Steve Madden Red Pumps HERE / Gap White Oxford HERE
Congrats to the following two winners of the Simplicity Pattern #2314 and the $25 Gift Card to Fabric.com! make sure to email me your name, mailing address and email so I can get you these out to you asap!
Thanks to Simplicity.com they have offered a 15% OFF the class Pattern and FREE SHIPPING! Use Coupon Code: MIMIGNL15
*****READY TO WEAR SIZES AND PATTERN SIZES ARE NOT THE SAME.
I wear a size 2 or 3 in ready to wear but I sew sizes 6-10 depending on the garment so don't be alarmed.
I have highlighted the areas you need to focus on when ordering your pattern and buying your fabric.
I usually cut and make a size 6 for myself which is highlighted above and because we are making a skirt that falls away from the hips (non-form fitting) we only need to focus on the waist measurement today.
#1 Measure your waist and select the size closest to that measurement.
#2 Just below that you will notice I pointed to skirt B (below knee) which is the one I will be making and it says I will need 1 1/2 yards of fabric.
*Note: The length has no bearing on the lessons so if you want to make Skirt A (long) or Skirt C (short) then choose the fabric yardage next to that skirt and under your size.
#3 Once you have determined your size and fabric yardage go ahead and order your pattern HERE and enter the coupon code to get 15% off and free shipping.
We will need to buy lining fabric for the skirt because as you can see this pattern is for an unlined skirt so we will be making our own lining. Make sure to buy the same amount of lining as you do your skirt fabric.
For Sizes 20-24: Butterick 3134 View B is a great option of you fall between a size 20-24 according to the measurements given on the back of the Butterick pattern. You will be able to follow along so dont worry to much about having to use an alternate pattern and choose your size and fabric yardage the same way as I explained for Simplicity 2314.
