tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-80693808907269129362024-02-02T14:42:56.247-06:00gloria juneAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03684060339698069276noreply@blogger.comBlogger43125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8069380890726912936.post-36882219150486347122015-06-24T00:00:00.000-05:002015-06-24T00:00:07.115-05:00Canadian PDF Pattern Designer Tour - Bombshell Swim Suit & Giveaway!<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-size: large;">I'm diving into Summer 2015 with a brand new swimsuit </span></div>
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It was an easy decision to choose the Bombshell </div>
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by <span id="goog_100678494"></span><a href="http://store.closetcasefiles.com/" target="_blank">Closet Case Files</a>. </div>
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I needed a challenge -- </div>
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wearing a one-piece swimsuit is something I never do. </div>
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I prefer bikinis. </div>
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(my dad bought my first one) . . . . it ain't so bad! </div>
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The day this pattern was released in 2013, it was an immediate hit. </div>
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And the next morning, <a href="http://closetcasefiles.com/about-edit/" target="_blank">Heather Lou</a> posted the first of several installments of the</div>
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<i>I did a couple of things differently:</i></div>
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<i>I used my magical ruffler foot to gather the sides. </i></div>
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<i>I cut a ribbon the same measurement as the lining pieces </i></div>
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<i>And added FOE inside my straps, changed the tie-straps to secured straps.</i></div>
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<i>(I needed more support than tying straps halter-style)</i></div>
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<i>I also changed the construction at the crotch to conceal the seams of the liner and swimsuit fabric, which simply means I completed the crotch seams individually, lined them up, wrong sides facing, and stay-stitched the two fabrics together prior to placing the leg elastic.</i></div>
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This was my first pattern by Closet Case Files. I've heard about this pattern since its release, but never purchased it because it was a one-piece swimsuit. I should've just tried it anyway because now I think maybe I can wear these!</div>
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The fabric I used from <a href="http://www.joann.com/slub-stripe-knit-black-poly-spandex/13857503.html#q=slub+stripe&start=1" target="_blank">Joann Fabrics</a> is not heavy when wet (even with a lining).</div>
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This pattern recreates the vintage look I like -- and with a little sewing magic to make the suit my own, this is a flattering style for me and I'm very pleased!</div>
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I'm working on a maternity one for my daughter. </div>
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Instead of straps, I created a halter by joining the two triangles behind the neck where you would have tied them. I created a "tankini" by cutting the pattern piece just above the leg opening/crotch. The back was made using the lining pattern piece. All I need to do now is make some bottoms.</div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This month's theme is <i>Moments and People Throughout History. </i>I was assigned Florence Nightingale. The idea is to #create through inspiration . . . and I learned more about Florence than I ever knew. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">She is the #LadywithaLamp; so I chose the photos I found of her with the Lamp . . . with a twist on what Florence promoted most in her life.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">". . . Every woman, or at least almost every woman, in England has, at one time or another of her life, charge of the personal health of somebody, whether child or invalid,—in other words, every woman is a nurse. Every day sanitary knowledge, or the knowledge of nursing, or in other words, of how to put the constitution in such a state as that it will have no disease, or that it can recover from disease, takes a higher place. It is recognized as the knowledge which every one ought to have—distinct from medical knowledge, which only a profession can have.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Flo improved the health of households. She promoted cleanliness, sanitation, sunlight and concern for well being. The inspiration came from her service as a nurse in the Crimean War. Through her book, "<span style="background: rgb(255, 255, 255); border: 0px; color: #444444; font-family: Asap, sans-serif; font-size: 16px; line-height: 25.6000003814697px; margin: 0px; outline: 0px; padding: 0px; vertical-align: baseline;"><i>Notes on Nursing: What It Is and What It Is Not," </i> she provided detailed guidance on how to care for the sick, which in turn encouraged us all to maintain a clean and inviting environment in our homes (as well as hospitals).<i> </i></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">For the apron, I chose <a href="http://www.sew4home.com/projects/kitchen-linens/kitchen-confections-modas-vintage-modern-pleated-apron" target="_blank">Sew4home's </a><i><a href="http://www.sew4home.com/projects/kitchen-linens/kitchen-confections-modas-vintage-modern-pleated-apron" target="_blank">Pleated Apron</a>. </i>I used this as a base and used my sewing magic to create an apron that had enough space for the embroidery. I used fabrics from my #fabrichoard and leftover ribbon from my ribbon collection. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">in the May 2015 Mystery Challenge: </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">5/25│ <a href="http://bunchoberries.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">The Berry Bunch</a> - <a href="http://bunchoberries.blogspot.com/2015/05/may-2015-mystery-challenge-history-theme.html" target="_blank">Frank Lloyd Wright</a> │ <a href="http://sew-not-perfect.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Sew Not Perfect</a> - <a href="http://sew-not-perfect.blogspot.com/2015/05/i-love-lucy-inspired-mystery-challenge.html" target="_blank">Lucille Ball, I Love Lucy</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">5/26 </span>│ <a href="http://www.createthreepointfive.com/" target="_blank">Create 3.5</a> - <a href="http://www.createthreepointfive.com/2015/05/mystery-challenge-george-sand.html" target="_blank">George Sand</a></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">5/27│ <a href="http://zoeandted.weebly.com/" target="_blank">Zoe and Ted</a> - <a href="http://zoeandted.weebly.com/blog/mystery-challenge" target="_blank">Suffragetes</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">5/28│ <a href="http://houseofestrela.blogspot.pt/" target="_blank">House of Estrela</a> - <a href="http://houseofestrela.blogspot.com/2015/05/may-mystery-challenge.html" target="_blank">Woodstock/Fall of the Berlin Wall</a> │ <a href="http://www.pensebrox.com/" target="_blank">Pen Seb Rox</a> - <a href="http://www.pensebrox.com/may-2015-mystery-challenge/" target="_blank">Piet Mondriaan</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">5/29│ <a href="http://friendsstitchedtogether.com/" target="_blank">Friends Stitched Together</a> - <a href="http://friendsstitchedtogether.com/mystery-challenge-amy/" target="_blank">Impressionist Movement</a> │ <a href="http://winingwife.com/" target="_blank">Wining Wife</a> - <a href="http://wp.me/p5pbuS-JQ" target="_blank">Judgement of Paris</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">5/30│ <a href="http://superstayathomemommy.com/" target="_blank">Super Stay at Home Mommy</a> - <a href="http://superstayathomemommy.com/2015/05/30/may-2015-mystery-challenge/" target="_blank">Madame Tussaud</a> │ <a href="http://www.calmandcarrion.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Keep Calm and Carrion</a> - <a href="http://calmandcarrion.blogspot.com/2015/05/mystery-challenge-people-and-moments-in.html" target="_blank">Jackie Kennedy</a> │ <a href="http://gloriajune44.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Gloria June</a> - <a href="http://gloriajune44.blogspot.com/2015/05/may-mystery-challenge-florence.html" target="_blank">Florence Nightingale</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">5/31│ <a href="http://www.sofilantjes.com/" target="_blank">Sofilantjes</a> - <a href="http://www.sofilantjes.com/mistery-challenge-the-andy-way/" target="_blank">Andy Warhol</a> │ <a href="http://www.busy-little-bee.com/" target="_blank">Busy Little Bee</a> - <a href="http://www.busy-little-bee.co.uk/mystery-challenge-may/" target="_blank">Marie Antoinette</a> │ <a href="http://madebyamandarose.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Amanda Rose</a> - <a href="http://madebyamandarose.blogspot.com/2015/05/may-mystery-challenge.html" target="_blank">March 9, 1959 Barbie</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">6/1│ <a href="http://www.pienkel.com/" target="_blank">Pienkel</a> - <a href="http://wp.me/p5KBbP-gj" target="_blank">Bianca Jagger</a> │ <a href="http://www.huisjeboompjeboefjes.com/" target="_blank">Huisje Boompje Boefjes</a> - <a href="http://www.huisjeboompjeboefjes.com/2015/06/may-mystery-challenge.html" target="_blank">Anne Frank</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">6/2│ <a href="http://www.takingitupanotchsewing.com/" target="_blank">Taking it Up a Notch</a> - <a href="https://wordpress.com/post/71163980/948" target="_blank">Queen Victoria</a> │ <a href="http://adventureswithbubbaandbug.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Amazing Adventures with Bubba and Bug</a> - <a href="http://adventureswithbubbaandbug.blogspot.com/2015/05/may-mystery-challenge.html" target="_blank">1964 New York World Fair</a></span> │ <a href="https://kellyssewingcreations.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">Kelly's Sewing Creations</a> - <a href="https://kellyssewingcreations.wordpress.com/?p=21" target="_blank">Steampunk Mary Queen of Scots</a></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">6/3│ <a href="http://maeandk.com/" target="_blank">Mae & K</a> - <a href="http://maeandk.com/tertiary-mystery-challenge/" target="_blank">Tesla</a> │ <a href="http://prettylittlebloglv.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Pretty Little Blog</a> - <a href="http://prettylittlebloglv.blogspot.com/2015/05/who-doesnt-just-love-good-challenge.html" target="_blank">Moon Landing</a> │ <a href="http://knotsewnormal.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">Knot Sew Normal</a> - Lutie Eugenia Sterns</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">6/4│ <a href="http://sewstarly.com/" target="_blank">Sew Starly</a> - <a href="http://sewstarly.com/2015/06/04/mysterychallenge/" target="_blank">Coronation of Queen Elizabeth II </a>│ <a href="http://hibbadoray.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Hibbadoray</a> - <a href="http://hibbadoray.blogspot.com/2015/05/mystery-challengeaccepted.html" target="_blank">Amelia Earhart</a> </span>│ <a href="https://sewfarnorth.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">Sew Far North</a> - <a href="https://sewfarnorth.wordpress.com/2015/03/24/may-2015-mystery-challenge-moments-and-people-throughout-history/" target="_blank">Countess Markievicz (1868-1927)</a></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">6/5│ <a href="http://made-by-sara.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Made By Sara</a> - <a href="http://made-by-sara.blogspot.com/2015/05/a-roaring-20s-inspired-outfit.html" target="_blank">John Dillinger/Roaring 20's</a> </span>│ <a href="http://www.friendsstitchedtogether.com/" target="_blank">Friends Stitched Together</a> - <a href="http://friendsstitchedtogether.com/mystery-challenge-tasha/" target="_blank">Prohibition/Roaring 20's</a></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">6/6│ <a href="http://countrybella.com/" target="_blank">Country Bella</a> - <a href="http://countrybella.com/mystery-challenge-1900-worlds-fair-2" target="_blank">1900's World's Fair/Art Nouveau</a> │ <a href="http://www.luluandceleste.com/" target="_blank">Lulu and Celeste</a> - <a href="http://wp.me/p5jJXv-jf" target="_blank">Rosie the Riveter</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">6/7</span>│<a href="http://www.sewdomesticated.com/" target="_blank">Sew Domesticated</a> - <a href="http://www.sewdomesticated.co.uk/how-times-have-changed/" target="_blank">1960's/Civil Rights Movement </a><span style="font-family: inherit;">│ </span><a href="http://rebelandmalice.blogspot.com/" style="font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">Rebel and Malice</a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> - </span><a href="http://rebelandmalice.blogspot.com/2015/06/itsamysterychallenge.html" style="font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">French Revolution/Joan of Arch</a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> │ </span><a href="http://thefabrichoarder.wordpress.com/" style="font-family: inherit;" target="_blank">The Fabric Hoarder</a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> - <a href="http://wp.me/p5VUqd-c" target="_blank">Gypsies</a></span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: Trebuchet MS, sans-serif;">To learn more about the advantages of properly fitting your bust & small or full bust adjustment, visit <a href="http://www.eymm.com/2015/04/26/measuring-the-bust-bra-sizing-fit/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #cc0000;"><b>Everything Your Mama Made & More</b></span></a> for the blog series: "All About the Bust" </span></i></h3>
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<a href="http://mimismom.com/" target="_blank">Mimi's Mom</a> -
<a href="http://www.reformationtheologyandcheerios.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Baby Fish Designs</a> -
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- <a href="http://sewstarly.com/" target="_blank">Sew Starly</a> - <a href="http://ifonlytheywouldnap.net/" target="_blank">If Only They Would Nap</a> - <a href="http://handmadeboy.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Handmade Boy</a> - <a href="http://www.allthingskaty.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">All Things Katy</a> - <a href="http://bunchoberries.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Bunch-o-Berries</a> - <a href="http://www.beequiltedbeauties.com/" target="_blank">Bee Quilted Beauties</a><a href="http://www.sewthrifty.org/" target="_blank">Sew Thrifty</a> - <a href="http://made-by-sara.blogspot.pt/" target="_blank">Made by Sara</a> - <a href="http://www.feathersflights.com/" target="_blank">Feathers Flights</a> - <a href="http://www.mabeyshemadeit.com/" target="_blank">Mabey She Made It</a> - <a href="http://maeandk.com/" target="_blank">Mae and K</a> - <a href="http://sugarplumcuties.com/" target="_blank">Sugar Plum Cuties</a> - <a href="http://rebelandmalice.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Rebel and Malice</a> - <a href="http://houseofestrela.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">House of Estrela</a> - <a href="http://phatquartersblog.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Phat Quarter Blog</a> - <a href="http://www.sofilantjes.com/" target="_blank">Sofilanjes</a></div>
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<i><span style="font-size: large;">Another year has passed, another birthday candle added to my cake . . . .and more patterns to add to my collection of Women's PDF Sewing Patterns! </span></i><br />
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<span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;">For my next version, I sized down a couple of sizes to use this lovely floral knit from </span><a href="http://www.girlcharlee.com/" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;" target="_blank">#girlcharlee</a><span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;"> (from a </span><a href="http://www.girlcharlee.com/girl-charlee-knitfix-c-187.html" style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;" target="_blank">KnitFix</a><span style="font-family: 'Trebuchet MS', sans-serif;"> sale). </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Happy Spring! Yes, its Spring here in Louisiana . . . and to celebrate, we've joined the <a href="http://themerrychurchmouse.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">MCM Studio Designs Blog</a> Tour to show you the <a href="http://mcmstudiodesigns.bigcartel.com/product/estherlyn-s-jumper-pdf-sewing-pattern" target="_blank">Estherlyn's Jumper.</a></span><br />
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<li>Tiled Pattern Pieces (you can select to print the lines for one size, many, or all)</li>
<li>"Before You Sew" Tips as well as more Tips as you go along!</li>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Inspired by the stylish #princesskate, <a href="http://greenstylecreations.com/" target="_blank">Greenstyle Creations</a> <a href="http://greenstylecreations.com/products/katie-dress-and-peplum-pdf-sewing-pattern" target="_blank">Katie Dress & Peplum PDF Sewing Pattern</a> for Misses is here just in time for your Spring wardrobe. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Greenstyle is one of my favorite pdf pattern designers. The patterns fit my body comfortably; are quick sews; and are trendy without being complicated. </span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Regular price $9.00, <b><a href="http://greenstylecreations.com/products/katie-dress-and-peplum-pdf-sewing-pattern" target="_blank">Available today only for $7.00</a></b>;</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Misses Sizing XXS - 3XL </span><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"><i>(size chart on website to view prior to purchase)</i></span></li>
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<span xmlns=""><span style="font-size: 14pt;">With <em>Mardi Gras</em> just around the corner, I had my inspiration to try out the <a href="http://lilygiggle.com/shop/the-new-zinnia-dress-pattern-from-lilygiggle/">New Zinnia</a> by <a href="http://lilygiggle.com/">LilyGiggle</a>. Lucky for me, I had just straightened my fabric hoard and found Robert Kaufman's <em>Celebrate Seuss! Tossed Characters</em> fabric smiling at me. It is time to celebrate Seuss-style. I searched the internet for an embroidery design and found the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/179661344/krewe-of-seuss-mardi-gras-machine?ref=shop_home_active_3">perfect one</a>! </span></span><br />
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<li><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Fabric(s): Knit for the A-line; All Knit or Knit & Woven for the gathered Empire waist;</span></li>
<li><span xmlns=""><span style="font-size: 14pt;">Layered Printability – choose to print only the size(s) you need; 4 – 5 pattern pieces (short sash is optional);</span></span></li>
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<span style="font-size: 14pt;">I'm rating this pattern more suited to an Intermediate+ sewist because of the neckband: No measurements are provided. Instead, the designer provides you with photographs and a step-by-step tutorial on her preferred method of determining the size and fit. This can be a bit intimidating for a beginner. I would prefer a cutting chart so that I can take advantage of the "quick sew" list by quickly cutting my fabric pieces and go straight to sewing.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Welcome to another stop on the <a href="http://www.sofilantjes.com/" target="_blank">Sofilantjes</a> Otium Sweater Blog Tour & Giveaway! Details for the giveaway and a look at Mommy & Me versions are here!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I knew the perfect family to gift the girls and women's versions: My good friend Nicole and her little girls, Ava & Allison. And there's a surprise for her friends later on . . . . </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">During the tour, the Otium <a href="http://www.sofilantjes.com/product/otium-girls-sizes-12m-to-14-years/" target="_blank">individual girls</a>' or <a href="http://www.sofilantjes.com/product/otium-sweater-sizes-xs-to-xxxl/" target="_blank">individual women's</a> patterns are 20% off and the <a href="http://www.sofilantjes.com/product/otium-bundle-pack-sizes-12m-to-xxxl/" target="_blank">Otium Bundle</a> (includes both girls' and women's sizes) is 30% off, no coupon code needed!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">There is also a way to win some patterns: A total of 12 patterns will be given away to one reader -- enter the giveaway for your chance to win! Here are the sponsors: </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Its a lot to print, tape and cut, but well worth the end result. In fact, for me, having the range of sizes that are available in both girls and women's sizes is a godsend since there's already demand in my family for shirts! </span><br />
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So I've cut out all pattern pieces to the largest size, and I'll trace what I need when I need it. </div>
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<span style="text-align: center;">(I usually hang the full printout on a pants hanger in the closet, but this is easier for me as some pieces don't need to be traced, they can be folded at the size to cut)</span><br />
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<span style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">To be honest, I didn't want to give this shirt away after I made it. Its an awesome design. I made the low back, bow option for all three, but there are several more options available in the pattern.</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">And ladies, if you're expecting, going one size up gave Nicole enough room for her growing baby bump. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;"><i>Surprise!!! I have another (adopted) grandchild on the way!!!</i></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I love the fabric I found at <a href="http://www.joann.com/" target="_blank">JoAnn's</a>. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">There was a sale on all knits in their <a href="http://www.joann.com/fabric/?prefn1=prod_type&q=doodles%20collection&prefv1=Product#prefn1=collection&q=doodles%20collection&prefv1=Doodles" target="_blank">Doodles Collection</a>, <i>and</i> I had a coupon for 20% off my total purchase. Couldn't pass that up!</span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Nicole's sweater fabric can be found here: <a href="http://www.joann.com/doodles-collection--sofia-reverse-sweater-knit-big-dot-fabric/13421987.html">http://www.joann.com/doodles-collection--sofia-reverse-sweater-knit-big-dot-fabric/13421987.html</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">For the girls, a coordinating fabric with woodland creatures, from the Doodles Sofia collection. </span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I believe, if you're comfortable with knits, you can do it in an hour or so. Maybe 2 nap times, after you've had your lunch, and time to clean up the kiddos mess from the morning. The girls' versions can be done in the same amount of time. In fact, if you do not chose the low back, bow option, you will cut 15 minutes from your sew time. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Always remember that the time it takes me to sew can be very different from how long it takes you -- I don't have any kiddos running around anymore (yep, I'm a long-distance grandma). Your busy schedule may interrupt your precious sewing time, limited space, limited time . . . but really, this pattern is very well written, the pieces all fit together very well, and the design is made with great construction techniques. However long it takes you -- you'll be very pleased with the pattern overall!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">With so many options -- Short Hemmed Sleeve, 3/4 cuffed Sleeve, Long Cuffed Sleeve, Low Back, High Back, Bow -- you'll get a lot for your money! The pattern covers all seasons. Its a good investment! I love it, and you will too! Anytime you're in need of help or inspiration, just look at the pattern piece for help: </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;"><a href="http://rebekahsews.com/" target="_blank">Rebekah Sews</a> - <a href="http://gloriajune44.blogspot.ca/" target="_blank">Gloria June</a> - <a href="https://sewoutofcontrol.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">Sew Out of Control</a> - <a href="http://jaimejohnson.com/" target="_blank">Jaime Sews</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: 16pt;"><b>because I feel so dreary when I go in there for fabric . . . .</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: 16pt;">There is definitely no sewing magic in there that I can find when I need to.</span><br />
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<span xmlns=""><span style="font-size: 16pt;">If you're like me, you find yourself in the clearance section of <a href="http://www.hobbylobby.com/home.cfm" target="_blank">Hobby Lobby</a> after you've picked up too much fabric, ribbon and trims. Over the holidays, I made several trips to my local store (ok, both local stores, one south and one east). I came across packages of "Value Pack Matboard". Since I had put off (again) ordering the <a href="http://www.amazon.com/BCW-Backing-Boards-10-Silver/dp/B0034U9I24/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1420054390&sr=8-2&keywords=comic+book+card" target="_blank">comic book backing boards</a> from Amazon, I decided its time to actually buy something to get started on organizing my fabric hoard. I picked up two packs, on sale at $4.79 each, 35 pieces measuring 8"x10". </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-size: 16pt;">Naturally, these two packs sat under my box of Christmas Fabric that I pull out every year. And now that I'm putting that box away, and happen to be prewashing a load of cotton fabric I found on sale at a local quilt/fabric shop, I felt forced (yes, forced) to make some magic happen. </span><br />
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<span xmlns=""><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><strong>If you're in the same boat, go ahead and pick up whatever you can find in the store or online to start putting your fabric away, neatly, or at least in a fashion that would allow you to find it during the season its meant for. Like, say, these fabrics I bought the same day I bought the mat board at Hobby Lobby so I could make a quilt or something by Christmas . . . . </strong></span></span></div>
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<span xmlns=""><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><strong>I'm blogging about this in hopes that I'll actually complete this goal. Feel free to encourage me with comments about your Fabric Hoard Organization. </strong></span></span></div>
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<span xmlns=""><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><strong>12 steps to a dreamlike hoard . . . . I'll let that be your goal. I'm still wrapping fabric around these mat boards . . . .</strong></span></span></div>
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<span xmlns=""><span style="font-size: 16pt;">Have a safe & happy New Year everyone, and, as always,</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: x-large;">Made for Mermaids Everyday Princess Collection</span><br>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">When I started testing PDF patterns pre-release for pattern designers, I was thrilled to join Megan Gorman and her testing team to volunteer to test her clothing patterns for girls! </span><br>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I asked Megan if she would like to offer a chance to win a pattern (ANY pattern!) to my readers and she said <i>"I'd love to! :)"</i> So, keep reading for your chance to win one pattern of your choice from Made for Mermaids!</span><br>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">If you're not already aware, PDF pattern designers depend on testing their actual design before its released to the public for purchase to verify that their brainchild actually panned out on paper. That's right, you print your own pattern that you purchase digitally, store on your computer, your cloud, your jump drive - and print at will or preserve your original printing to trace off sizes for use over and over again. Opportunities for testing for various designers can be found on their individual FaceBook group pages, the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/PDFPatternSalesandPromotions/" target="_blank">PDF Pattern Sales & Promotion FaceBook </a> page, and various other places on the internet, including blogs and business pages. </span><br>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Everytime I pretest a pattern for Megan, it is perfect from the first draft. The product she produces is quality and thoughtful. </span><br>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The Everyday Princess Dress line is designed for use with cottons, broadcloth, satins, velours -- whatever your heart dreams of fabric-wise, the versatility of these patterns will please you! You will also be getting more bang for your buck here because you can make the dresses without "princess" inspiration -- they can be made using any print or fabric type, pleasing your sewing experience with everyday dresses, special occasion dresses, costumes or play dresses. It may be time for you to build an "imagination station" to hang all your daughter's (or grandaughter's) princess inspired dresses in the play room . . . .</span><br>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Here are a few dresses I've created with patterns from <a href="https://www.facebook.com/madeformermaids?ref=br_tf" target="_blank">Made for Mermaids</a> over the last year or so (click on the title of each dress to purchase the pattern in her <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/user/1251320/pattern-store" target="_blank">Craftsy</a> shop): </span><br>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">My vision of the <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/sewing/clothing/belle-dress-everyday-princess/86344" target="_blank">The Belle Dress</a></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">Instead of making a facing for the top yoke portion, I simply cut 4 of the contrast yoke, attached each yoke at the shoulders, placed them on top of the other, right sides facing, and then stitched the neck opening only. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; text-align: left;">This is a PDF pattern, available to you in digital format, instantly downloaded from Cole's Corner and Creations Craftsy or Etsy shop (links above). </span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">The option of using either Cheerleading Braid Trim (also listed under "helpful hints"). You can find some here: <a href="http://yarringtonmills.com/polyester-knit-braids/" target="_blank">Yarrington Mills</a> or <a href="http://webstore.quiltropolis.net/stores_app/Browse_dept_items.asp?Shopper_id=623999162596239&Store_id=577&page_id=17&Sub_Department_ID=37&categ_id=37&parent_ids=0&page_no=2&sNode&Exp=Y&Search_Dept&Search_Text&Search_Sku" target="_blank">Malouf's Fabrics</a>; or use ribbons in various sizes (as I did) to create the look you want;</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I had a fabulous time making these cheerleading uniforms during the testing phase. The parents of the two little girls I had in mind to model are life-long LSU TIGER FANS!! (Louisiana State University). And, of course, I am as well . . .so it was easy to decide which team to honor as I shopped for ponte fabric, the suggested and customary fabric used for this type of garment. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I ended up going to both JoAnn and Hancock Fabrics. One had the purple on the shelves and the white in the return/leftover discount bins, the other had gold in store. I suggest purchasing online if you know what you want in advance to avoid disappointment when running out to the local shops to pick up the popular team colors for your area. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">And both sizes I made were a perfect fit at kick-off! Fiona & Abby are modeling sizes 8 and 6x (yes! 6x is included!!!). </span></div>
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<span xmlns=""><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I recently tested the "Peaches" PDF sewing pattern for ladies by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/muffinheadpatterns">Muffin Head Patterns</a>. Frances Twining, owner/designer, has a hint of vintage in all of her patterns. Her business FaceBook page describes her specialty as " . . . pdf sewing with vintage appeal. Our clothes are modest and retro, you won't find a bare back or plunging neckline here". She approaches pattern making with the consensus of many moms who feel that modesty can still be fashionable! </span></span><br />
<span xmlns=""><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Muffin Head Patterns are made for comfort and style, focusing on creating clothing patterns for girls sizes 2 – 16 and women's xs – 5x. </span></span><br />
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<span xmlns=""><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Take a look at her website here: <a href="http://www.muffinheadpatterns.com/">www.muffinheadpatterns.com</a>. Patterns for purchase, size charts, and a blog for your reading and sewing pleasure!</span></span><br />
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<span xmlns=""><span style="font-size: 18pt;"><strong>First up, my version of the "Peaches" sewing pattern based on the uniforms worn by the actresses in "A League of Their Own"</strong></span></span></span><br />
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<span xmlns=""><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Welcome the beautiful Gabrielle "Gabby" Champion, <em>(or <strong>my gabby</strong> as I lovingly refer to my future daughter-in-law!!!). </em>This is Gabby's first time modeling for me . . . she is a professional photographer and has a really fantastic professional camera . . . she let me take pictures for this shoot with her camera!!! Isn't she fun!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Gabby didn't fret when the chickens came around . . . My chickens love to pose as well. I bought the hat at Hobby Lobby and used an embroidery file purchased from SewAmykins. You can find the embroidery file here: </span><a href="http://www.sewamykins.com/digital-embroidery-files-a-league-of-their-own-applique-designs-aagpbl-rockford-peaches-not-a-patch/" style="font-family: 'Helvetica Neue', Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">SewAmykins</a><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I needed the embroidery file to fit a 5x7 hoop to look right on a ladies' blouse. Using my Pacesetter Software from Brother, I cut & pasted the scales to a new file. Increased the size by 50%. Then, back at the original file, I chose "fit to hoop" for the remaining items in the circular moniker. I then pasted the re-sized scales onto this file and <em>voila</em>, the perfect size for the women's uniform!</span><br />
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<span xmlns=""><span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Totally in love with the possibilities of this version! I chose the gathered skirt, but you can certainly use the A-Line version from Gabby's above. And I had some fun sunglasses I purchased this summer. This dress is made with fabrics from Hobby Lobby. Love how the combination I chose works!</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Love the collar on this one! I joked with some friends with a little song . . .</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;">of the Sunny Halter Top from the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/103914837/instant-download-sunny-halter-top-womens?ref=shop_home_active_1&ga_search_query=sunny" target="_blank">Etsy Shop</a>: </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;"><a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/103914837/instant-download-sunny-halter-top-womens?ref=shop_home_active_1&ga_search_query=sunny" target="_blank">The Sunny Halter Top</a> is, as your sewing magic allows, a versatile pattern. You can make a pillow case style dress/shirt to coordinate with your daughters; a halter top/tunic or dress with or without a bow; a nightgown or "around the house" day gown; a lunch with friends outfit (I made that!) and, the elastic casing can be placed wherever you'd like as well! Next one I make will have</span><span style="font-family: Georgia, 'Times New Roman', serif; font-size: large;"> a tie inside of the casing instead of elastic. I think that'd be cute! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;">I started out with a yard and a half of an embroidered batik (found in my stash -- another clearance table find at Hancock Fabrics about 4 years ago . . . it got lost in the closet). </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;">I used single fold bias tape on the armscye, opting to not press it in just yet -- I wanted to wait until I completed the casing and then sew up the side left open as per the instructions. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;">I love how this looks! I did cut this dress in a straight line instead of the slight grade in the pattern piece. Decided where I wanted the bottom hem to lay and . . . . </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;">Now I wonder what it would look like in knit . . . . (searching enormous fabric hoard . . . . )</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Times New Roman, serif; font-size: large;">I also cut a piece of FOE, put it through the top casing, and decided to cut it, stitch it together, and hide the seam. I don't have to tie anything! It sits around my shoulders perfectly!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The High Low Tide Top is a knit top for girls in size 3 mos. - 14 years. Two sleeve lengths (mid and long), and two options to finish the sleeve (ruffled or cuffs). </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I found the pattern easy to assemble and the sewing instructions clear and easy to follow. It was fun and a pleasure to sew up quick top for my little model matey, Fiona. Isn't she adorable!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">For the neckline binding, I used a Girl Charlee knit ponte de roma with spandex that I had in my stash. (you can find it <a href="http://www.girlcharlee.com/magenta-purple-solid-ponte-de-roma-fabric/famous-designer-p-8716.html" target="_blank">here</a>)</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I enjoyed testing this top! The size 8 was perfect and I did not have to change anything at all so this top is good to go for Fiona! </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Get your copy in the Patterns for Pirates<span style="color: red;"> <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/197053872/high-low-tide-top-pdf-sewing-pattern?ref=shop_home_active_1" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">Etsy Shop</span></a></span> or the <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/sewing/clothing/high-low-tide-top--knit-shirt-for-girls/104355" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">Crafty Shop</span></a>. Enjoy!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">PS: The Mannequin used in this post is reviewed <span style="color: red;"><a href="http://gloriajune44.blogspot.com/2014/07/make-your-own-mannequin-with-pdf-sewing.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">here</span></a> </span>and includes a link to purchase the pattern. </span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03684060339698069276noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8069380890726912936.post-11182611544996814512014-07-10T09:51:00.000-05:002014-07-10T09:59:32.393-05:00Greenstyle Creations Taylor Shorts for Women PDF Sewing Pattern<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Yay! Its here! You can now purchase the Taylor Shorts for Women (size 0-18)<span style="color: red;"> <a href="http://greenstylecreations.com/products/taylor-shorts-pdf-sewing-pattern-in-sizes-0-to-18" target="_blank"><span style="color: red;">here</span></a>!</span></span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">This pair of shorts is made with duck fabric . . . isn't it a fun print! <br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Since we are all shaped differently (I make a smaller size waistband and take in the back darts a bit more to make my perfect fit), Greenstyle has some helpful guidance for the waistband. If you're a little nervous about making a contoured waistband, watch the video tutorial <a href="http://greenstylecreations.com/pages/tutorial-taylor-shorts-waistband">here.</a></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I went to Hobby Lobby and grabbed some of that seahorse duck fabric for ME! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I went shopping wearing my Lille Racerback (Maxi) -- a review of that pattern is <a href="http://gloriajune44.blogspot.com/2014/06/greenstyle-creations-lille-racerback.html"><span style="color: red;">here</span></a> and the pattern can be purchased <a href="http://greenstylecreations.com/products/lille-racerback-tank-or-dress-in-xxs-to-3xl"><span style="color: red;">here.</span></a> </span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03684060339698069276noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8069380890726912936.post-24782973223094618242014-07-02T08:36:00.001-05:002014-07-02T15:42:49.340-05:00Make your own Mannequin with a PDF Sewing Pattern from Lily Pig Designs<i>This is a pattern review I provided to Pattern Revolution, posted on their <a href="http://patternrevolution.com/pattern-reviews/2014/6/27/mannequin-display-by-lily-pig-designs" target="_blank">website</a>. I'm cross-posting here for my readers. Enjoy!</i><br />
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I'm Gloria Richardson, the blogger behind <i><a href="http://gloriajune44.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">gloriajune</a>. </i>I have been dabbling in sewing for more than 30 years, but I have never received proper training in the art of sewing. I have many self-taught skills, which may or may not be good (!), but I make myself happy with what I sew, and in the last few years, I've been sewing for our grandchildren and myself. <br />
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I have made lots of children's clothing and have just laid them out on the floor or have taken pictures of the garments on hangers. At one point, I even turned a tomato cage upside down, padded it, and manipulated dresses and whatnot over it just to take a picture. <br />
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Don't be scared off by my less-than-perfect stuffing skills! This Mannequin rocks! </div>
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I made the size 5-6, the perfect size for our oldest grandchildren, a boy and girl. </div>
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<li>A beginner+ can rock this pattern! (one who has used a sewing machine, and is comfortable pinning and sewing lines and easy curves);</li>
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<li>5 color-coded pages to print for sizes 6-12 months through 5-6; (also included as a second PDF File are sizes 8 - 14 years);</li>
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<li>Options for displaying the mannequin for dresses and/or pants; (I used both casing options on my mannequin because they are separate from each other and do not disturb each other in placement.)</li>
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<li>Woven fabrics are best for the beginner (an experienced sewist may get creative with burlap, decor fabrics, etc.). I do not recommend a lightweight broadcloth--I used it for my mannequin and I would prefer a heavier weighted cotton that would withstand the stuffing phase. I'm not good at stuffing! </li>
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The designer is from the Netherlands, so you will find that her word choices are different than what we use in the United States. You will see phrases like "stick the pieces together," which I know means to piece together or to lay on top of each other. And, "turn out the right way," which I know means right side out. You can figure out the word choices!<br />
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The Fabric Requirements are given in centimeters. You can easily access a measurement converter on the internet to convert to inches if necessary. Round up is the rule of thumb! <br />
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There is no mention of how much polyfill or stuffing to buy -- it will vary upon the size you make. I bought 20 ounces for my Size 5-6 Mannequin and used only 1/4 or so of the bag. <br />
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The directions are clear and pictures are included along the way. Suggestions and photos for poles/stands are provided. My husband used scraps from our wood collection. <br />
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I added a logo with my embroidery machine. I think that would be great for those of you who wish to display your garments for sale!<br />
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You'll be happy with this pattern! I am glad I finally made one! You can buy a copy of the pattern from Lily Pig Designs <span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://lilypigdesigns.bigcartel.com/" target="_blank">here</a></span>. Use code "review" for 20% off your purchase price!<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The Spring Lily is my FAVORITE garment from the bundleUP. Its smart and stylish! And -- yes, its true -- EASY to construct! </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">There are four pattern pieces (sleeve is optional, so I used only 3 pieces), and measurements for your skirt piece. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Princess seams make up the front bodice -- its simply sewing two pieces together that are sort of on the concave. You just shape the pieces together as you sew. Don't be scared! If you need a little more encouragement, Craftsy has a little help for you <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/blog/2014/05/sewing-princess-seams/" target="_blank"><span style="color: purple;">here</span></a>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The skirt is completed by making box pleats. Don't be afraid of that either, it is much simpler than you think! I'm not a pinner, so you can imagine watching me fold my pleats as I sew . . . probably not a good thing to watch because you are already scared, so I'll let you watch a little video <a href="http://gloriajune44.blogspot.com/2014/06/a-quick-video-on-box-pleats.html" target="_blank">here</a> to help you get started. </span><br />
<span style="font-size: large;">You can also pin and iron as you go, to help hold the box pleats. And then stay stitch to hold them in place before you attach to your bodice. </span><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="color: blue; font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: small;">The arrow points to the marks I made to guide me while making the box pleats. I took this picture during the testing process to show the new kids on the block one way to do the pleats. I did my pleats at the machine as I sewed. I know, that probably makes you squeamish. I am lazy and that was a quick way to get 'er done!</span></td></tr>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I used my lining piece as my muslin. I have a much smaller waist (I am built like a woman, not a rectangle!) so I knew that I would have to take in the waist area, as I do with everything I sew. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I have a mannequin! Do you? I love to use it for projects like this! I usually put my favorite bra on the mannequin to make sure everything hits where I want it to . . . </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">And it does!</span><br />
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<i>No one was supposed to ever see these photos . . . they were taken during testing. </i><br />
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<i>My daughter removed the mirrors from the guest bath and put them in her room. </i><br />
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<i>Here comes Mommy!!!!!</i><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The Spring Lily does have a zipper in the back. The instructions are clear and pictures help along the way. . . come on, you put a zipper in your Taylor shorts, didn't you?</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The design of the Lily shows my curves wonderfully. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Now, these were taken well after testing and when I got my new camera! </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Please step out of your little girl panties and into the wonderfully magical world of self-care sewing and add the Spring Lily to your BundleUP!</span><br />
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<i><span style="color: purple;"><br /></span></i>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03684060339698069276noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8069380890726912936.post-63560339738425027372014-06-27T12:19:00.000-05:002014-06-27T12:19:01.651-05:00A quick video on box pleats . . . .I will be guest posting at Ellie Inspired about my fabulous Spring Lily from the bundleUP. Here's a short video on how to measure & pin box pleats . . . .<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/03684060339698069276noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8069380890726912936.post-7479998894767977262014-06-26T21:54:00.000-05:002014-06-26T21:57:35.811-05:00Violette Fields Piper is playing my song<span style="font-size: large;">My last contribution to the Pattern Revolution BundleUP-Women tour is my vision of the Violette Fields Piper Misses. You probably can't take this vision home to mama. </span><span style="font-size: large;"> My take on the Piper is what I will call a bit risque.</span><span style="font-size: large;"> Magical sewing mistress that I am.</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I was pleasantly surprised by the full pattern pieces and at least one sewing skill this old broad doesn't see unless I dig into my paper pattern collection -- a dart. in the bodice even. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">This is both a scary but also exciting post in that I was teasing earlier today about whether or not I could "bring sexy back" to the women out there like me -- too close to 50 to not admit it. I'll take the risk. Why not? </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I am pleasantly surprised by this pattern. It reminded me of the paper patterns I love to cut out while watching "Everybody Loves Raymond". </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Its a lot of cutting. I don't mind at all. I LOVE paper patterns. Tissue paper is much easier to ball up and put in the plastic grocery bag hanging off my glass on the side table though. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">What I did not like was the printing of 45 pages (black ink only), then cutting & positioning and then taping and then cutting out the pattern pieces. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Don't get me wrong, it was worth it -- I love this pattern. But with a paper pattern, at least I only have to cut once. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">So, here it is. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I remembered the sheer blue & white polka dot fabric I found at a Hancock Fabrics "spot the bolt" sale last year (I bought oodles of it at $1 a yard). Perfect. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">No need for a bow. This dress and old broad doesn't need it. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">I feel seductive and silly at the same time. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Success. My emotions and hormones are cycling in chaos. </span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">Ergo, age appropriate behavior. (giggles)</span><br />
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