Category: sewing

bea and lucille, dress, handmade wardrobe, harts fabric, moda, pattern drafting, resewlution 2014, self-drafted, sewing

My first official self-drafted garment (it’s a dress, of course!)

Nicole Markelz

Okay, okay, I've made self-drafted garments before (cute skirt and embellished top), but this one feels official.   After only 2 months of pattern making class, I didn't feel completely ready to rush into a full garment, but on Tuesday I went to make a dress (On the Go Dress, by Monaluna).  After cutting out… Continue reading My first official self-drafted garment (it’s a dress, of course!)

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All-time favorite dress pattern, in stretch denim

Nicole Markelz

All winter I've been thinking about this particular dress pattern (out of print Vogue V7871).  Last summer, I made two versions (stretch denim and modern linen print) and wore them relentlessly. The pattern fits perfectly, the shape suits my figure, and it looks effortlessly put-together (because, hey, if you've got a dress on you're put-together,… Continue reading All-time favorite dress pattern, in stretch denim

corduroy, dress, handmade wardrobe, resewlution 2014, sewing, simplicity

Spring dress in baby wale corduroy (Simplicity 2927)

Nicole Markelz

It's spring!  The doors of my house have been open all day and I'm wearing shorts (these!).  The seasonal distinctions in the Bay Area are minimal, but being from upstate NY, putting away off-season clothing is a hard habit to break.  I just "discovered" my "summer" clothes, and have been raiding the stash this weekend.… Continue reading Spring dress in baby wale corduroy (Simplicity 2927)

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Renfrew in dotted viscose/lycra knit

Nicole Markelz

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

alma blouse, handmade wardrobe, resewlution 2014, sewaholic patterns, sewing

Alma blouse (and sash loop tip!)

Nicole Markelz

My first Alma blouse! Obviously, I'm already huge fan of Sewaholic Patterns, but this blouse truly sealed the deal for me.  With only a slight modification (my standard petite adjustment at the waistline), I cut a straight size 2 and the fit is perfect! The fabric is a cotton shirting in black and orange stripes… Continue reading Alma blouse (and sash loop tip!)

britex, dress, handmade wardrobe, pattern review, resewlution 2014, sewing, vogue, wool

First day of school, new wool dress (Vogue 8902)

Nicole Markelz

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)

aprons, christmas, holiday, kitchen, lotta jansdotter, potholders, sewing, simple sewing

My only handmade gift

Nicole Markelz

Wow, that's terrible!  I only made Christmas gifts for a single recipient, my sister, and it was something I should have made for her over the summer!  This apron, from Lotta Jansdotter's Simple Sewing, is my favorite for everyday wear.  It covers you, and it's reversible.  This one was made with lovely printed linen, with… Continue reading My only handmade gift