tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-53213435639719620652024-03-13T01:05:51.109-07:00DistractionsMOVED to diywithashley.blogspot.comAshhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16878175255917856153noreply@blogger.comBlogger233125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5321343563971962065.post-4333503584080330552015-11-03T08:00:00.000-08:002015-11-03T08:00:06.668-08:00Persimmon Sundress Pattern Review<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: x-small;">*This is a late post, I made this 7 or 8 months ago.*</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I have been dying to make this dress, but the amount of pieces made it seem overwhelming. As a result, the pattern sat collecting dust for a year. We go to the local Air Force base a lot and my children love the airplane, so I wanted to make a fun outfit to incorporate the ABU print and the Air Force fabric. After flipping through my pattern library I re-discovered the <a href="http://www.welcometothemousehouse.com/product/persimmon-dress-top">Persimmon Pattern</a> (by <a href="http://www.welcometothemousehouse.com/shop">Mouse House Creations</a>) and I thought it would be perfect for mixing my prints (in a not so obvious way).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The pattern instructions are very clear and easy to follow. My biggest problem was that I didn't pay attention to the instructions and I only pintucked the front. </span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Also, I feel this pattern might run small, I had to size up to a 4T for my 20 month old daughter (who typically wears 3T in other patterns). </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">This pattern does have a lot of pieces (not to mention the lining) but it all comes together quickly and you get a very professional looking garment. In fact, I'm in love with the dress...it looks great from the inside and the outside! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">For the last few years I tried to get my act together in time to make Halloween costumes, but it never happened. I told myself this year was going to be the year...no more excuses! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I looked in the stores for inspiration and I didn't see anything that caught my eye. My son ended up spotting an Optimus Prime costume that he wanted so I bought his costume instead of making him one. I felt bad about not making him something so I bought Transformer fabric and made him a Trick-or-Treat bag using <a href="http://www.sewyourhartout.com/safety-trick-or-treat-bag-tutorial">Harts Fabric tutorial</a>. Sadly I had to omit the reflective tape because I had directional print and the width would require more than the yard I had in my stash.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I still had no idea what to make for my daughter...all I knew was that I didn't want to make something that required a lot of pattern pieces or sewing. After perusing Pinterest I found a few cute tulle costumes that looked quick and easy to make. It was a difficult deciding which tulle costume, but after consulting with the critics (my daughter and my husband) it was decided that I would make a Little Red Riding Hood costume. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">If you want to make your own Little Red Riding Hood Costume, here's my quick mini tutorial:</span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">White Crochet Headband (sold at Joann's)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Red Crochet Headband (sold by the yard at Joann's)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">15" inches of Black Ruffle trim (sold by the yard at Joann's)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">6" inch wide red tulle on a roll (I purchased 100 yards online)</span></li>
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<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.stitchedbycrystal.com/2014/10/little-red-riding-hood-and-hooded-cape.html">Half Circle Cape</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.itsoverflowing.com/2014/10/no-sew-cape">No Sew Cape</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.makeit-loveit.com/2012/10/halloween-costumes-2012-little-red-riding-hood.html">3/4 Circle Cape</a></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><a href="http://www.melinthemilkyway.com/2012/05/diy-red-riding-hood-cape.html">Unlined Half Circle Cape</a></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">To get started on your own tulle costume, measure your child's chest. My 2 year old measured 20" inches so I subtracted 2" inches from that to make the tube 18" inches. I thought 4" inches of white in the middle would be proportional for the center, however in retrospect I should have only made it 3"-3.5" inches. The white section was cut from a single crochet bandeau (meant to be a tube top) so I used it's height (6" inches) to dictate the height of the entire bodice. To create the red portion of the bodice I sewed 4 rows of the red headband to make the height 6" inches. Once the red headbands were sewn together, I attached the two ends to the white center to complete the bodice. I added the black trim after I finish the skirt but I wouldn't recommend doing that because it was difficult to sew with the poofy tulle in the way. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">Next, measure for the length. Since my bodice was 6"inches, I subtracted that from the total length to get the length of the tulle bottom. I wanted my dress longer (ankle length) in case it was chilly on Halloween. In order to achieve the length I wanted I needed my tulle to be 18" long, which means I had to cut my tulle to be 36" inches long. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I started looping the red tulle on the bottom row of the bodice and went all the way around. For the second row I filled in the gaps and built the volume of the skirt. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">For the apron I wanted it to be 13" inches in length, meaning I would have to cut my tulle 26" inches in length. I made a single row of the white tulle in the white portion of the bodice, and I made sure that there wasn't any gaps or holes.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">This is one of my favorite recipes ever!! A former coworker brought in this delicious dessert every year for the holidays and she was kind enough to share the recipe (so if you love it you can thank Sharon from Petaluma). </span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">3/4 cup of butter (1/2 cup for the crust and 1/4 cup for the topping)</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">3 eggs</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">2/3 cup of milk</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1/4 cup of sugar</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1 teaspoon of cinnamon</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Wow, it's been a while since I've blogged and there are so many things that I have made while I've been away. I hadn't intended to stay away this long...the holidays and life just kept me away from the computer. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Let me catch you up to speed on what I've been sewing...around the holidays I sewed a bazillion <a href="http://seekatesew.bigcartel.com/product/recess-raglan-pdf-pattern-18m-to-8">Recess Raglan</a> shirts for my son and he now has enough long sleeve tops for this winter and next! I also acquired quite a few new patterns and I've been zipping through them and crossing them off my sewing list. And before I forget, I have been mixing patterns and making alteration on the stuff I sew for me. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I hate to write a post and leave you without any pictures, so here are half the <a href="http://seekatesew.bigcartel.com/product/recess-raglan-pdf-pattern-18m-to-8">Recess Raglan</a> shirts I created in my blogging absences. You can read my original pattern review <a href="http://distractedashley.blogspot.com/2014/11/recess-raglan-tee-x2-pattern-review.html">here</a>. </span><br />
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Ashhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16878175255917856153noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5321343563971962065.post-89730317481510792062015-01-20T08:00:00.000-08:002015-01-20T08:00:03.988-08:00Love Notions Hip Hop Tank Pattern Review<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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I bought <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/195840072/love-notions-ladies-hip-hop-tank-and-top?ref=shop_home_active_15">this pattern</a> as part of a pattern bundle. I had originally intended to make a summer tank but I didn't get around to making it. I pushed this pattern to the side and didn't think about it until I went fabric shopping and found workout fabric at JoAnn's. I was really excited about my find and I thought I would try making my own workout clothes (using this pattern) since I had started doing more exercise. <br />
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I cut out the pattern according to the measurements and went to work. I opted to use the same fabric and not make a contrasting panel in the back. The top came together quickly and I cut complimenting black rib knit fabric for the neck band. If I remember correctly, I cut a 24" inch length and stretched it to fit the neck.<br />
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This shirt is a great addition to my workout gear. I like the loose fit for gym days or running errands. You can see the straps of my sports bra but it doesn't bother me...the straps of my normal bra don't show.<br />
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Overall I really like <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/195840072/love-notions-ladies-hip-hop-tank-and-top?ref=shop_home_active_15">the pattern</a> and I plan to make some more variations. #winning</div>
Ashhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16878175255917856153noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5321343563971962065.post-65027108784342742482014-12-23T08:00:00.000-08:002014-12-23T08:00:06.492-08:00Black and Blue - My Coppélia Sweater<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I don't think I'll wear this to the gym because the fabric is a little dressy and not very good for absorbing sweat. I suppose I'll have to make another version with more appropriate fabric for the gym.</span></div>
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Ashhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16878175255917856153noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5321343563971962065.post-1279492869132335422014-11-25T08:00:00.000-08:002014-11-25T08:00:08.585-08:00Sometimes you win and sometimes you lose (my failed Moneta)<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
I was excited when the Moneta pattern came out and I purchased it immediately after it was released. I picked out fabric my fabric and printed the pattern. As usual, the fabric and the pattern sat on my sewing table for months before I started the project. I had high hopes for this pattern and I saw tons of amazing dresses made by other bloggers so I figured that everything would come together nicely without any fit issues...but I was wrong.<br />
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I followed all the steps to the pattern and I watched the video on adding the lining and reviewed the pictures on the sew along too. Everything seemed to go smoothly....<br />
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I sewed the clear elastic on the skirt and tried to keep everything even and feeding the skirt through the machine but I accidentally skipped a few places and the skirt ended up with pleats instead of gathers. I decided to try on the dress to see how horrible it looked and that's when I noticed the gapping in the center front of the bodice and on the sides of the bodice. I had tried on the bodice after I added the lining and I didn't notice the gapping, but perhaps that's because the weight of the skirt wasn't pulling at the bodice when I tried it on...I don't know??? I really don't know, but I was sad that this pattern didn't fit me. <br />
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This is the easiest <a href="http://seekatesew.bigcartel.com/product/recess-raglan-pdf-pattern-18m-to-8">pattern</a> ever!!!! This <a href="http://seekatesew.bigcartel.com/product/recess-raglan-pdf-pattern-18m-to-8">pattern</a> has a lot of variations so your options are endless. Also, if you're new to sewing knits, this pattern makes the process painless.<br />
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I fell behind on my sewing queue and I had the cut fabric sitting on my sewing table for a few weeks before I finally got tired of looking at it collecting dust. I assembled both shirts in an hour with interruptions! Sadly I wasn't able to finish them because I ran out of ribbed knit for the neck band on one of the shirts. <br />
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I opted to use a serger on the bottom and not hem them as instructed. My coverstitch likes to skip stitches at the side seams so I didn't use it. I started using woolly nylon for the bottom thread and it helps but it doesn't solve the skipped stitches problem. I also attempted to contact the manufacturer to see if they had any suggestions and their response was to take it to my local dealer. I was a little annoyed that they had zero suggestions for me. Ok...enough about my sewing problems.<br />
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After I whipped up these two shirts, I cut out fabric to make more because they are ridiculously easy to make and they cost me less than $6 each...and that's the breakdown cost of what I paid for the supplies that were sitting in my sewing stash.<br />
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I highly recommend this <a href="http://seekatesew.bigcartel.com/product/recess-raglan-pdf-pattern-18m-to-8">pattern</a>, it's a great staple for your pattern library.</div>
Ashhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16878175255917856153noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5321343563971962065.post-77581287077598735512014-10-28T08:00:00.000-07:002015-03-06T14:47:28.565-08:00Postponed Day Tripper<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I bought this fabric months ago and planned to make myself a lightweight pullover for summer, but that didn't happen. It's now October and I finally got around to making my <a href="http://shwindesigns.bigcartel.com/product/day-tripper-top">Day Tripper</a>. I can still get use out of it in out California fall/winter weather, however it would have been ideal for the summer.</span><br />
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Ashhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16878175255917856153noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5321343563971962065.post-28109122231790166022014-09-16T08:00:00.000-07:002014-09-16T08:00:01.393-07:00Star Wars Kids<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I have a confession...I am secretly a huge Star Wars fan! I know it's shocking news, but it's true. Phew, now we can continue on with the post. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">In August I helped plan a bridal shower and I suggested a Star Wars theme. Much to my delight, the soon-to-be bride and groom liked the idea! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I had a lot of fun looking for Star Wars print fabric. I wasn't sure what patterns to use for the children's clothes, so after going back and forth with myself, I decided that a plain design would work the best for each outfit. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">For Nik, I made a pair of simple shorts (<a href="http://www.fishsticksdesigns.com/patterns/pants/the-mud-puddle-splashers/">pattern here</a>) with the Star Wars fabric he picked out himself. I love going fabric shopping with him because he is beginning to understand the whole sewing process and he loves looking at the fabric with me. He now says, "Mommy sewing"...it's so cute to hear those words.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I had some trouble sewing the bias tape over the collar because it was bulky and it didn't lay smooth. The problem wasn't horrible enough for me to sew it again. Perhaps with a good pressing the bias tape will lay flatter.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I love both of these outfits, the fabric is so geeky and fun. I foresee more like them in the future!!</span></div>
Ashhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16878175255917856153noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5321343563971962065.post-49204307047456556092014-09-09T08:00:00.000-07:002014-09-10T14:22:30.945-07:00Burda Style 07/2011 #115<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I wanted to make myself something to wear for Violet's first birthday party and I had the perfect fabric in my stash. Since I was making this last minute a week before the party I decided on a simple skirt design, <a href="http://www.burdastyle.com/pattern_store/patterns/asymmetric-skirt-072011">Burda Style Asymmetric Skirt 07/2011 #115</a>. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">The skirt consists of one pattern piece and then a rectangle piece for the band, so it came together quickly. The most difficult part of this project was working with the fabric I selected because it was lightweight jersey. When I finished sewing the two main pieces and tried on the skirt, I realized that it was almost transparent! </span><br />
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Ashhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16878175255917856153noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5321343563971962065.post-67962954213254345382014-07-29T08:00:00.000-07:002014-08-29T10:59:58.948-07:00Fiesta, fiesta! (Cora's Maxi Dress Numero Dos)<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I bought the fabric for Violet's birthday dress and I started playing around with ideas on how to design her dress. I had an idea of what I wanted to make but when I saw the <a href="http://www.craftsy.com/pattern/sewing/clothing/marrakech-dress/96472?SSAID=389818">Marrakech Dress Pattern</a>, I scrapped my idea and bought the pattern for $5. I didn't pay attention when I bought it so I didn't notice that the pattern only included sizes 2T-5T....and I needed a size 18 months for Violet. I figured that I could grade down the pattern myself or cut out the 2T and just take it in a little. I taped together my pattern pieces and started cutting my fabric. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">As I began to assemble the dress I realized that there were quite a few things off with the pattern pieces. I am not sure if it was because of a printing error or what happened, but the shoulder parts were off by 1/4 to 1/3 of an inch. The front skirt and back skirt pieces were oddly shaped, the front had a curved hip and the back a straight hip. Also, the pleated neckline piece was too short. My neckline for the 2T measured 23 inches and the piece for the pleated neckline was only 38 inches long. The instructions do not indicate how large the pleats should be in order to make the pleated piece fit, so I pleated and pinned it twice before I realized that the piece was too short. There was no way for it to fit like the photo. Luckily I had some extra fabric so I cut more and extended the band.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">One of the main reasons I purchased this pattern was because I fell in love with the pictures used to show off the dress. The hot pink layers of tulle looked so pretty and I wanted to recreate the same dress. I was disappointed to learn that the instructions don't include how to make the tulle circle skirt(s). Instead, the instructions say to use google search to find online tutorials on how to measure and cut circle skirts. Additionally, the skirt pictures that are included in the instructions look like they were recycled from a previous pattern and they don't show off how the pleats are supposed to look. I really felt like this pattern was quickly thrown together for the sake of being able to make the STYLO Magazine publishing date.</span><br />
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I'm a sucker for long billowy dresses, so it was love at first sight with <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/130205432/coras-womens-top-sun-dress-and-maxi?ref=shop_home_active_21">this pattern</a>. I actually own a RTW dress that is a similar style; however, it's too long to wear with flats and it's strapless (which means I don't wear it often).</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">This is probably my favorite thing I have ever made...I love the dress so much that I might need to make more. Perhaps I will make a matching version for Violet. :) </span></div>
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Ashhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16878175255917856153noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5321343563971962065.post-70228104584790940312014-07-01T08:00:00.000-07:002014-07-01T08:00:07.000-07:00Cascade Skirt - Pattern Review<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Last summer I saw a gorgeous Cynthia Rowley skirt (shown below)and I looked for it online, only to find that it was waaay too expensive and it was sold out. I knew that Meg Nielsen had a very similar pattern, the <a href="http://megannielsen.com/collections/sewing-patterns/products/cascade-skirt-sewing-pattern">Cascade Skirt</a>, so I bought it and decided to make my own skirt. (On a side note, Simplicity just released a <a href="http://www.simplicity.com/p-11789-misses-skirt-top-cynthia-rowley-collection.aspx">pattern</a> to make the Cynthia Rowley skirt.) </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I still have a little extra around the middle from baby weight so I made made this a size inbetween pre-baby and my current size (in hopes that when I finally lose the weight, it will fit better). I thought the skirt would fit okay, but I was sooooo wrong. The skirt wraps around me and it covers in the front but it doesn't overlap enough to keep me covered if I need to run after my children. To fix my problem, I made a Mabel skirt in a matching color to wear under. I'm petite (towering at 5' 1") but I decided to keep the full length because I like the dramatic look of the skirt.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Meg's pattern is extremely well written and very carefully thought out. I love the simplicity and the professional results with the french seams. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I followed all the directions for the skirt, except I think I messed up on the placement of my waist band. I didn't transfer the pattern marking and I think I didn't align it correctly, oh well...c'est la vie! I also used my rolled hem foot to make my hem. Using my hemming foot may have helped me save a little time but not much. I think sewing the hem is the most time consuming part of the project, especially if you're using silky fabric. I would like to make a few more Cascade skirts, perhaps in jersey and shorter in length. </span></div>
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Ashhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16878175255917856153noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5321343563971962065.post-54362728589828664392014-06-24T08:00:00.001-07:002014-06-24T08:00:00.661-07:00DIY Duct Tape Tablet Cover<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">Our tablet case broke so I went shopping for a reasonably priced replacement and didn't find anything locally for our tablet. <strike>Apparently if you have an Apple tablet you can find a ton of tablet covers on sale.</strike> I was a little overwhelmed by the online selection of cheaply made tablet covers, so I decided to make a new tablet cover and call it a day. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">I found a duct tape tutorial that provided great basic instructions so I used that and changed a few steps to make construction easier. Please note that my tutorial is specifically designed for 10 inch tablets like the <a href="http://www.google.com/nexus/10">Google Nexus 10</a>.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large;">1. Measure and cut out your fabric (don't forget to iron out all the wrinkles before you cut). Cut a piece that is 10.75 inches wide by 22 inches long (mine is actually 24 inches long but I think that length is too long). The fabric will be used to create a foundation to layer the duct tape and create the appropriately sized cover. </span><br />
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we are going to add a border around the edge. </span></span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large; line-height: 27.600000381469727px;">This will seal off the sides and create a clean finish. </span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large; line-height: 115%;">Take a piece of duct tape a little longer than your side and leave half of the strip hanging off the side so you can wrap it to the other side of the fabric. Trim off any excess duct tape. [</span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif; font-size: large; line-height: 115%;">I opted to use the whole strip of
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<span style="font-size: large;"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">The moment I saw <a href="https://www.colettepatterns.com/sewing/mabel">this pattern</a> I fell in love! <strike>I know I say that a lot about the patterns I buy.</strike> </span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I love the variations and the professional looking result of the pattern, as well as the close fitting flattering fit. </span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I own a few paper patterns for knit pencil skirts but they require elastic at the waist and that is not an area I want elastic digging into right now, so the Mabel pattern is perfect for me. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">After I bought the pattern I joined the <a href="http://www.sewalongs.com/mabel/welcome-mabel-express-sewalong">Mabel sew-a-long</a> and I planned to make a <a href="http://www.girlcharlee.com/navajo-ethnic-emblem-ponte-de-roma-fabric-p-9703.html?cPath=90_168">printed</a> summer skirt, but then I realized I needed to make a second skirt to wear under the <a href="http://megannielsen.com/products/cascade-skirt-sewing-pattern">Cascade Skirt</a> (for coverage reasons). I'll share more on the <a href="http://megannielsen.com/products/cascade-skirt-sewing-pattern">Cascade Skirt</a> in a different post. I made the printed skirt out of a ponte roma knit and the the plain skirt out of jegging material. I followed the pattern directions, except I used my coverstitch machine to sew the lining to the seam allowance. I should not have done that, because it decreased the stretch in my waistband. I can still slip the skirts on so it doesn't bother me, however I know better for next time...stitch the lining down on the sides (in the ditch)! </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">On a totally unrelated note, I have been having issues with my Elna 444 coverstitch machine. When I get to a side seam, the stitches skip. I tried playing with the thread tension and the foot tension but the stitches still skipped when I got to the bulky side seams. I redid the hem of the pink skirt 3 times because there were too many skipped stitches and I knew that the skirt wouldn't last 3 washes. I finally searched online to try and find a solution. I found a great suggestion on a forum, which suggested using woolly nylon. I didn't have matching thread so I only switched out my needle thread. I did notice less skipped stitches so I left the hem in this time. #muchannoying #verytrouble #suchlaborious #endofrant </span></span><br />
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I have been anxious to try sewing something for myself! Although I still have a little ways to go before I'm back to my pre-baby measurements I thought that this <a href="http://www.simplicity.com/p-6120-misses-dresses.aspx">pattern</a> would be forgiving in fit. I do own a similar Simplicity pattern but it didn't go up to the size I would need so I used this pattern because the ease was greater than the <a href="http://www.simplicity.com/p-7750-misses-dress-project-runway-collection.aspx">Simplicity 1776 pattern</a> and it gave me a little extra room.</span><br />
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In comparing the two patterns, they are almost identical. However the Simplicity pattern does have two neckline variations, the option to use a binding for the neck and patch pockets. If you're going to pick between the two then I would probably go with the Simplicity 1776 pattern because it has more options. Right now you might be asking yourself why does she own them both? To answer your question, there was a time when I wasn't keeping track of the patterns I owned and I bought a few doubles and some similar patterns. After finding my duplicates I decided to be a little bit more careful with my pattern shopping so I rarely buy patterns now and if I do, I make sure I check my stash before making my purchase. Anyway, back to the dress...</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I knew I wanted to have a faux leather hem like <a href="http://www.dillards.com/product/Sanctuary-Clothing-Mod-Molly-Dress_301_-1_301_504070512">this dress</a> (above) but wasn't sure what fabric to use until I went to JoAnn's and found this dark purple fabric. This fabric is labeled as jegging fabric but I thought that it would be perfect for the dress because of it's stretchability (4-ways).</span><br />
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I used version B of the pattern and cut a size 12, I took it in a lot and it's still loose on me <strike>(especially in the waist)</strike>, I also added a 3 1/2" inch faux leather hem. I first sewed the dress with the sleeves and they were almost long enough to be full length sleeves instead of 3/4 length sleeves. Another thing, I didn't like the bell shape of the sleeves because they looked like wizard sleeves on me...not cool. To fix the sleeves I removed some of the flare and decided to shorten them to my elbow but when I marked and cut them, I took off too much so they became short sleeves. As I continued to play with the sleeves I noticed that something just wasn't right in the armpit and bust area. After a while I realized that I needed to raise the arm hole and take in the side seam near the bust so I ripped out the sleeves and decided to go sleeveless!</span><br />
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For this pattern I didn't follow the directions at all, except for when I attached the neck facing. I did omit three other things that the pattern calls for: the interfacing, the lining and the zipper in the back. I didn't feel that the dress needed lining or interfacing because I was using a knit. I also didn't need a zipper because the dress is stretchy enough to be pulled over my head.</span><br />
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This was the first time I sewed with faux leather so I looked up a few tips before trying to sew with it. </span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">In my research, I read that "leather needles" can create holes in some fabrics and faux leathers so it's best to test out your needle using scrap fabric. </span><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;">I used a leather needle and I didn't notice too much damage to the knit or the faux leather. </span><br />
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I probably wouldn't make this dress again, instead I might try using the Simplicity pattern the next time I feel like making an A-line shift dress. There were a few things I didn't like about the <a href="http://www.simplicity.com/p-6120-misses-dresses.aspx#t-0">New Look pattern</a>, such as the wizard sleeves and the boat neck that shows my bra straps. I also had some fit issues in the back because of my short torso. To fix my problem I extended the back darts up and it helped make the dress look more fitted. I suppose part of my problem was from cutting the back on the fold instead of cutting two pieces and inserting a zipper. In the end I made it work and the result is pleasing.</span><br />
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Every time I go to the fabric store I develop a fabric crush on a new print...le sigh. Over time, I have learned that the best course of action is to take a picture of said fabric and move along (because my stash is getting out of control!!!). A few months ago I found a lovely floral print that I liked and didn't know what to make with it, so I snapped a picture and kept it in the back of my mind. After Kate released her <a href="http://seekatesew.bigcartel.com/product/the-zippy-top-crop-top">Zippy Top</a> pattern, I knew exactly what to do with that floral fabric...make a <a href="http://seekatesew.bigcartel.com/product/the-zippy-top-crop-top">Zippy Top</a>. <br />
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Much to my own chagrin, I cut the wrong pattern size and made the top too large. Oy vey! I could have tried to size it down but the neck was too big and I didn't want to try to fit it...I really really don't like fitting garments. What can I say? I am lazy! Lucky for me, my friend loved the print and it fits her perfectly. Yeah! Everyone wins!<br />
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As for the pattern, I think it's perfect and it works well with light weight material. I am planning out another attempt at making this shirt, except with different fabric and a smaller size! Wish me luck ;)</div>
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<span style="font-size: large;">I've seen the Starbucks Cold Cup Glitter tutorial and I thought to myself, "I can make that but easier"...so here's my tutorial for ya!</span><br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">To start with, you need an empty Create-Your-Own Starbucks Collage It Tumbler. </span></div>
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Ashhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16878175255917856153noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5321343563971962065.post-18555987490767073192014-05-20T08:00:00.000-07:002014-05-20T10:08:52.725-07:00Summer PJs - Free Sewing Patterns<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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A few weeks ago I went shopping for summer PJs for Nik and I was disappointed when I realized that the cheapest price for 3 pairs would be close to $60. I thought that was a little much for PJs that will probably only fit this summer, so I decided to make some <strike>(not like a have a shortage of fabric in my stash)</strike>. <br />
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I pulled out some knit fabric from my stash and used two Fishsticks Designs Patterns. For the tank I used the <a href="http://www.fishsticksdesigns.com/blog/the-updated-free-tank-the-red-carpet-awards/">Tank Pattern</a> and for the shorts I used the <a href="http://www.fishsticksdesigns.com/blog/the-mud-puddle-splashers/">Mud Puddle Splasher Shorts Pattern</a>. Both patterns are well written and easy to follow. These patterns are great for beginners sewing with knits.<br />
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I'm really loving how these summer PJs turned out! If you are looking for more PJ patterns, you can check out <a href="http://www.fishsticksdesigns.com/patterns/pajama/">these</a> by <a href="http://www.fishsticksdesigns.com/patterns/">Fishsticks Designs</a>.<br />
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On a side note, this tank pattern is so much easier to sew than the <a href="http://mccallpattern.mccall.com/m6495-products-16277.php?page_id=487">McCall's Pattern</a> that I tried last year during Kid's Clothes Week Spring 2013 (<a href="http://distractedashley.blogspot.com/2013/04/kcw-spring-2013-day-5.html">here</a> and <a href="http://distractedashley.blogspot.com/2013/04/kcw-spring-2013-day-6-and-day-7.html">here</a>). </div>
Ashhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16878175255917856153noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5321343563971962065.post-47028875706822240692014-05-14T08:00:00.000-07:002014-05-14T08:00:03.378-07:00Selfish Sewing - My Plantain T-Shirt<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<b><u>This is a very late post <strike>(it kinda got stuck in my drafts, because I didn't have any pictures to post)</strike></u></b><br />
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It seems I never make the deadline for online competitions, perhaps I should have made that my New Year's resolution...complete my sewing projects in time to enter the competitions!<br />
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This shirt is a free t-shirt pattern created by <a href="http://boutique.deer-and-doe.fr/29-tops-plantain-t-shirt.html">Deer & Doe</a>. They are a <a href="http://www.deer-and-doe.fr/about.htm">French company</a> that makes lovely patterns, I simply adore their work! When I saw this shirt pattern I knew I had to try it because it looked comfy and loose fitting around the middle. </div>
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My inspiration for this shirt actually came from a dress that I saw in a Victoria's Secret catalog. I knew the dress wouldn't work for me <strike>(look at that neckline!)</strike> but I liked the color blocking so I copied the idea. <br />
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The Plantain pattern is easy to follow and well written, so even a beginner can have successful results.<br />
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The sleeves are a little long on me, so I need to shorten the length about an inch on my next Plantain. I also think the heavy knit I selected makes the sleeve sag even more.<br />
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The neck wasn't bad sewing and I think I only had a small part in the band where I didn't stretch it enough. The small gather is not noticeable enough to warrant re-sewing the neck bank <strike>(ain't nobody got time for that)</strike>.<br />
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I really love the cut of this shirt, it hides my postpartum middle without making me look frumpy.<br />
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I think my closet is calling for a few more Plantain shirts...perhaps with some more color blocking and/or pattern mixing. ;)</div>
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Ashhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16878175255917856153noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5321343563971962065.post-20146035728842284562014-04-29T08:00:00.000-07:002014-04-29T08:00:06.764-07:00Penelope Peplum - Pattern Review<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
I love peplums and I was sad that I could never find a top that looked good on me. I had fit issues with RTW peplum tops because the peplum would fall above or below my natural waist and it'd throw off my proportions. I contemplated making my own but I was too lazy to trace a paper pattern from any of the big pattern companies <strike>(ain't nobody got time for that)</strike>, so I accepted the fact that I'd never own a peplum top.<br />
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Needless to say I was thrilled when I found <a href="http://seekatesew.bigcartel.com/product/women-s-penelope-knit-peplum-top-pdf-pattern">Kate's pattern</a>, even if I was a little late to the party...the point is I still made it ;)<br />
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The top came together with ease and everything was going well until I got to the facing. I ended up topstitching around the entire neckline to help the facing stay put however it still raises up a little. I think I'll try fusible interfacing the next time I try this pattern. <br />
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I also made the Pippa version of this pattern and I love it!!! So dang cute!!!<br />
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I bought this <a href="http://www.tiedyedivapatterns.com/product/baby-toddler-peasant-top-pattern-peasant-blouse-sewing-pattern-sizes-0-through-24-months-pdf">pattern</a> before my daughter was born and I had ever intention of sewing it before she was born but life got in the way...don't you hate it when that happens?!?<br />
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The <a href="http://www.tiedyedivapatterns.com/product/baby-toddler-peasant-top-pattern-peasant-blouse-sewing-pattern-sizes-0-through-24-months-pdf">pattern</a> doesn't have a lot of pieces and if you've sewn a peasant blouse before then it's really a piece of cake to sew. The instructions come with multiple options and to be honest it was a little confusing for me to have to flip back and forth and refer to the different directions. I opted for the easiest way for me and that was making a casing for the neck and the sleeves and inserting the elastic. For my next shirt I plan to try using bias tape for the casing.<br />
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Overall this is a great <a href="http://www.tiedyedivapatterns.com/product/baby-toddler-peasant-top-pattern-peasant-blouse-sewing-pattern-sizes-0-through-24-months-pdf">pattern</a> and definitely a staple for your pattern collection with it's various options and sizes! I can't wait to sew another one in a print fabric, the options are endless. </div>
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