Summer is finally here! After a hard winter and a long spring, it’s time to get out of the house and have some summertime fun.
Whether I’m going to a backyard barbecue or to a fancy dinner on a terrace, I need a summer outfit that is comfortable, easy to wear and that makes me look pulled together in an instant.
I searched all the trendiest stores on the web for the latest fashion trends. Here are the most interesting styles of pants I chose to show you :
An Olfa rotary cutter is ideal to cut fabric quickly and precisely.
There are many blade sizes available. The most common blade sizes are 18mm, 28mm, 45mm, and 60mm. Generally, the larger the blade, the faster and easier it will be to cut multiple layers of fabric. The smaller the blade size, the more maneuverable it will be. A good compromise is probably the 45mm. It is large enough to handle your long and straight cuts, but not so large that it will difficult to manoeuver in sharp curves.
Dye a variety of fabrics and garments and give them a colorful makeover, using the Rit Dye More Synthetic Fiber Dye. This special dye color formulation can be used to dye nylon, polyester, cotton poly blend and acrylic acetate. Available in a variety of shades to choose from, you can mix and match different colors to make a personalized shade. One bottle will dye one pound of dry polyester fabric. If dyeing acetate, acrylic or nylon, one bottle will dye two pounds of dry fabric. Important: due to the complexity of dyeing synthetic fabrics, you must use this dye in a stainless steel pot on your stove top to maintain a high water temperature throughout the duration of dyeing. This product cannot be used in a washing machine. Rit DyeMore is non-toxic and perfect for use in the home.
Mark your seam allowances and your cutting line at the same time when you use Clover’s Double Tracing Wheel. You can adjust the width of the tracing wheel width in increments from .4″ – 1.2″ (10mm – 30mm). The handle features an ergonomic design for an easy and comfortable use.
I use the double tracing wheel when I copy patterns from European fashion sewing magazines such as Burda and Ottobre (both available in stores).
Cropped pants are all the rage right now. I’ve decided to make my own by using the winter jersey, a stable rayon/poly knit that sews like a dream. I started with McCall’s pattern M7445 that I modified by removing the pockets and the zipper and turning the pants into a pull-on style.
Since this pattern is drafted for stretch woven fabrics, I was able to use it with this stable knit without too many adjustments. To compensate for the stretch in the knit, I cut a size below my normal size.
If you would like to sew this pattern, l would suggest you try one of the following options :
To replicate the look of sailor pants, I sewed eight 3/4 inch gold-tone buttons by spacing them 2 inches apart. These buttons come from my personal collection. You can find similar buttons in store.
Since the front of the pants is quite busy, I wanted a streamlined top to go with it. The starting point for this bodysuit is Vogue pattern V9298. I redrafted the front of the bodysuit into a simple crew-neck style. The fabric I used is the comfortable Hamburg cotton-lycra knit. Other great fabric options for the bodysuit are :
Tencel denim : perfect for the unstructured pants such as joggers and paper bag high-waist pants.
Roma rayon poplin: also perfect for unstructured pants such as joggers and paper bag high-waist pants.
Linen: perfect for all types of summer pants.
Evelyn crepe : better suited for flowy culottes.
Gloria bubble crepe: ideal for all the summer pants.
Lindsay stretch sateen: better suited for structured pants such as the sailor pants.
Twill collection (Galaxy, Old Navy and Solid Twill): better suited for structured pants such as the sailor pants.
I hope that you enjoyed the latest edition of this newsletter. Feel free to contact us with your questions, comments and suggestions. After all, we want this newsletter to bring us closer to you. Happy stitching!
I fell into sewing by accident, or rather, necessity. I used to come to my friend’s house in Town of Mount Royal and borrow her sewing machine to hem the curtains.
If you follow me for long enough, you know that I am a shirt-dress addict. While purging my closet at the end of winter, I realized 2 things:
I’ve been working away on a new Lisette pattern, Butterick 6567. I liked the potential of this pattern when I saw it, the contrast yoke offered some possibilities.
Warm sunny days will be here before we know it, so it is time to start thinking about swimsuits. From bold cutouts to ruffles and everything in between, this season offers swimwear styles to suit your every mood.
This spring I decided to try something new, totally inspired by a fabric.
I always been obsessed by Dirndl dresses and find them so feminine and pretty! I don’t know if it is just me, but there is kind of a vintage look to them, which I love.
My obsession with asymmetric necklines reached its peak last year but I had never thought of making my own until McCalls released their version of it. I was sold right away and knew exactly what to make while I was going through Fabricville’s spring fabric collection.
Whenever I want to start a new project, I usually choose a pattern first and then I’ll go shopping for the fabric and notions. This time tough, I had an idea of the fabric that I really wanted to use before I even knew what to do with it.
Spring is here! The flowers are blooming, the trees are coming back to life, and the wind has never felt more refreshing.
After a long winter, all I want is for my body to get some sun therapy. The cold shoulder look, as well as those culotte are just perfect pieces to transition to the new season.
A casual bomber jacket in chic lace fabric – how does it fit in a curated wardrobe? Is it a piece that you would reach for time and time again, or is it a once-in-a-while kind of garment, which is hard to pair with other clothes?
The trendy fashion jacket that will take you from Spring to Summer is presented here for HER, for HIM and for the entire FAMILY. Inspirations, sewing projects and products we love.
I’ve recently created a pattern inspired by a tank top I’ve tried in a store and I’m not ashamed to say I probably wear my creation at least twice a week. I can’t help it; the style is incredible and it fits my personality.
Let us introduce you to our newsletter editor, Chantal Lapointe. She started collaborating with us in 2015 and we thought that it was a natural fit to bring her on board for this new project.
This is my latest make using a gorgeous Fabricville velour. I used Vogue 9275, a wardrobe pattern, focusing on View B, the tunic.
Christmas is upon us and though I’m not completely ready…I will be dressed for it! I love this time of year because you can bring out all that glitters and sparkles and shines.
It’s that time year when we want to feel comfy and cozy because its getting cold outside! I used one of my favorite patterns to make Amelia a pyjama top, Jalie 3245 and for the bottoms I used Jalie 3243 for the first time.
Every year, I look forward to the arrival of the Fall fabric collections. This year, the Monsoon rayon twill collection caught my eye and the foulard print in green and navy blue was instantly my favorite. Right away, I wanted to make it into a long shirt to wear with skinny pants and long boots.
November is here and this means lots of grey and dark days. I made it a mission to add a couple of brighter fall make to my Fall wardrobe. For this look I decided to create Anne Klein’s Vogue 1509.
Fall is all about basic pullover tops so when I saw this vogue 9169 pattern, I knew I had to make it. I hunted for the perfect fabric from Fabricville and made this magical combo. I have never made two views of this same pattern as fast as I made this!
Fall is here! The best way to start my favorite season and keep warm is to make the comfiest, most gorgeous jacket in this beautiful Kashmir coating fabric.
Like most women one of my aims with my sewing is to make sure I always have something to wear for whatever I do.
Fall is definitively my favorite season to dress up! I love layering clothes and wearing colorful garments. I made it a tradition to enter into fall with a brand new coat.
This t-shirt dress pattern caught my eye when I first saw the McCall’s Spring 2017 pattern collection.
I saw this gorgeous linen-rayon blend ages ago and was thrilled to be able to get a length of it along with the newish McCalls 7597 for my new experiment…
Are you preparing to take a vacation in the next few weeks? There’s no better way to prepare for your trip than by producing some cool DIY sewing creations to accessorize your travel items.
Hello Everybody! If you are looking for a sexy yet classy look for a summer night outing, look no further! Vogue 1531 and this amazing stretch satin will make your occasion that much better.
On my recent trip to San Francisco I knew exactly the jacket/coat I needed, both there in the misty mornings and at home in the windy and wet days here in Halifax.
As we were deep in the throws of another Canadian winter, I was longing for summer days and warm weather. To get myself through, I was clinging to my laptop, taking in all the Spring 2017 fashion trends, dreaming of what I would make and wear.
I have to say I was thrilled when Jalie patterns appeared at my local Fabricville. I have long been a huge Jalie fan and it was so nice to know that I can now just go down to the bottom of my street to buy them – no more taping printed letter sized sheets together, no more waiting for the patterns to come in the mail.
Now that winter is finally behind us and the sunny days have begun, it won’t be long until your patio once again starts playing host to garden parties, BBQs and other fun gatherings with friends. However, before that, you should make sure your furniture is up to the task. If your patio furniture has not aged well, you should consider refurbishing it by updating the fabric. Ditch the dirty old cushion covers and replace them with something that has style and sophistication!
The sporty chic look is still very present in fashion magazine. I am sure that it’s due to the fact that it is so easy to wear and very comfortable.
I decided that this Spring and Summer were going to be all about dress this year! When I saw the lovely fabric for the Spring collection of Fabricville, I knew I was going to have a lot of fun creating dresses this year!
My most recent make is this beautiful floral dress (Very trendy this year) I made using McCall’s 7119 pattern and the Bubbly Crepe coordinate.
Hey there! I’m back with another dress…(I promise you, I do make some practical, everyday garments, really I do) …but it’s no secret that I love dresses and this one is on the favorite list for sure! It would be perfect for a summer wedding.
Ruffles are definitely getting some attention this year and with the weather getting warmer, I had to celebrate by making this gorgeous fit and flare ruffle dress.
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The history of knitting is certainly a tricky one to unpick. Due to early knitting projects being made from natural fibres such as wool, cotton, and silk, many have since decomposed leaving few surviving examples of the craft. So where did knitting originate? Let’s deconstruct this mystery!
As Spring approaches I’m trying to hurry it up by making a warm weather dress, from bright red quilting cotton featuring playful mice, of course! Unfortunately making a cotton spring dress means I had to wait a week for a day suitable for outdoor pictures after finishing it.
I recently returned from a trip to Punta Cana…I know…lucky me. Believe me, I’m still pinching myself! It was a 25th wedding anniversary gift to ourselves and we had a blast!
Every car seat needs a piddle pad.
Especially during potty training! We had bought one for approximately $14 when we got our car seats. I then made one for our second vehicle using the original as a pattern. Once I started planning for potty training, I quickly realized that we would need a back up for each vehicle.
Even if I am that type of person you always caught wearing a pair of jeans, I really do love dresses; s
Big thanks to Fabricville for the fabric and notions used for this project!
While patiently waiting for spring to come back, I am slowly building my Spring Wardrobe.
I have been sewing up a storm lately. There are just so many things I want to make. Pinterest may have a lot to do with that lol.
Hello, I am Ann from Annmakes®, and today I am sharing
I found this awesome Peppermint Swirl dress pattern by Candy Castle Patterns.
My latest project was supposed to be a Fall shirtdress…
We’ve been working on redecorating our guest room in the basement in preparation for the holidays
Inspiration:
This dress pattern was on my sewing list as soon as I saw it in McCall’s Fall 2016 collection.
I consider myself to be a pretty crafty person,
My love affair with coats runs deep. Embarrassingly deep.
Winter is coming but first we have to survive Halloween.
Happy Fall everyone! I love the heat of the summer
For the past few years, jumpsuits have been all the rage.
Fall is back and it is time to start covering ourselves again!
I usually start a project with a pattern in mind, but this time started with the news cycle and a fabric.
(*Note: The photos look a bit blurry, but that is only due to the type of fabric that I’ve used! Try to take a clear picture of suede, it’s a little hard)
Getting in a little more summer sewing while I still can.
There’s still plenty of sunshine outside so why not make another cute summer dress!
I finally jumped on the exposed shoulder look bandwagon!
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Avez-vous déjà confectionné la chemise pour homme?
I am declaring this the summer of the shirtdress, to help me overcome my fear of buttonholes and to challenge myself a little!
Whether your style is a little Bohemian, Woodstock inspiredor even Nautical, there are home décor fabrics available on the market to ensure you remain true to your designer spirit.
Few inventions have changed the course of history as much as the sewing machine. Imagine if it was still up to women
Evolution of the Sewing Machine)
Lately I have had the bright idea of actually sewing clothes that I would wear everyday
So we’ve had a taste of nice weather and I think we’re all about done with sewing up
Hello everyone! I’m Margo and I can usually be found over at Creating In The Gap but I’m super excited to be sharing my coat here with you today!
Hey sewfriend!
It is time for me to share with you my latest make: McCall’s 6891.
I’m so excited to be showcasing this pretty dress!
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Sometimes the fabric decides the dress. I saw a quilting cotton at Fabricville.com, called Mallowway Green Diamonds. It reminded me of
Hi sewfriends!
I am slowly becoming a jumpsuit addict. Every time I see a new jumpsuit pattern, I just want to
(Funny story: It was starting to be sunnier outside with higher temperatures so I decided to create a summer dress by using everything that I needed from
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En découvrant les collections de tissus “Décor Maison” de Fabricville
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