Here, fellow sewists, is the culmination of my semester-long pattern making class! Throughout the semester, we did a few guided full-scale garments (such as my button-down shirt and an unblogged bias-cut skirt). For our big final project, we were instructed to draft a garment of our own design, then sew it in fashion fabric. We were… Continue reading Final project: silk blouse and skirt
I just don't like the look of pants without pockets on the back. Even one pocket is good enough for me, just something to break up the wide expanse of fabric covering my bottom. But even when pants or shorts patterns don't have this feature provided, you can still add one! There are tons of… Continue reading Put a welt pocket on it! (Tutorial and free pattern)
Here's a cell-phone snap of the final project I submitted for my Patternmaking I class today. When I get it back next week (graded!), I'll talk more specifically about the design of the silk flutter sleeve blouse and low-waisted skirt and the fabric (both from Britex). I'll even tell you what I got for my… Continue reading Final project for patternmaking class
It has taken me ages to get up the nerve to write this post. The undies I'm about to talk about and show pictures of are big. BIG. That's the point, really, since I was looking for "bloomers" that could keep me fully covered, and without panty lines, under a knit dress. I found the… Continue reading Dress bloomers: Betty High Waist Panties (and hipster hack)
If you're visiting from Britex, welcome to Nicole at Home! There's a more in-depth post on the Britex blog today, highlighting some tips on working with napped fabric. Here, I'll talk more about my fit adjustments for the Chloe dress by Victory Patterns. While the final product fits well, I had some issues with the… Continue reading Chloe by Victory Patterns: fit adjustments
If you arriving here from Britex, welcome to Nicole at Home!I managed my "Resewlution 2014" goal for March (at least a single garment for myself a month) on the very first day of the month! As a Guest Blogger for Britex, I had the opportunity to use some of their beautiful knit fabrics and a… Continue reading Renfrew in dotted viscose/lycra knit
Along with a bit of fabric, I scored a few vintage patterns from FabMo. Not only did I find a fabulous and timeless pattern (raglan top and a skirt with pockets!), but it was my size! Check it out:Totally something my mom would have worn in the 70s (right, Mom?). Here's my version of the… Continue reading Vintage wrap skirt and top
I know, I know...I just had my first day of school. But that was my own teaching quarter. As it turns out, I'm also taking a class, and my first day of Patternmaking at a local community college began this past Tuesday! Of course I had to make something to wear!(Awkward arm angle to show… Continue reading First day of school, new wool dress (Vogue 8902)
Even with the onset of colder weather in California, I've not wanted to give up on wearing dresses. But tights with dresses, and the static that clings them together, make me completely crazy. So, with an opportunity to use some of Britex's beautiful silks, I just had to make a slip. The fabric I chose… Continue reading Cinnamon slip in silk with small bust adjustment
With the holidays quickly approaching, the season of get-togethers and parties with family, friends, and co-workers is nearly upon us! Whether it's as a gift for your sweetie or a unique statement to be worn yourself (you budding tailors out there!) sewing a special tie and coordinating pocket square is actually surprisingly easy.While silk is… Continue reading Holiday tie and pocket square for your man
Bea & Lucille 