#stokxpatterns This is the Stokx Birdy Blouse. Chest size 8, easily graded to 10 waist and 12 hips. B:46 W:48 H:58. All this needs is button, buttonholes, and a final press. This is so pretty in a lightweight cotton shirting. My next one will be in@linen. I took my time and this came out so well. The markings make the construction go so smoothly. I will be wearing it this weekend for a family dinner out. I did receive a complimentary copy of the pattern from the designer.
#MeMadeMay2023 day 23 and I am not myself. Today is the story of a beloved fabric gone astray. Using some treasured navy textured cotton I made my tried and true self drafted princess seam sleeveless dress, but I did partial lining of bodice to finish neck and arm holes, and I hate the lining. So this dress gets little wear. But in me made May spirit, I decided that after today I am removing the lining and refinishing with bias tape and this dress will really get worn! The shirt is Cashmeretteâs Vernon shirt with the full bicep sleeves and a bust dart that is still off a bit after 3 attempts but it is a great shirt.
#MeMadeMay2023 day 22, self drafted top in apparel cotton. It is semi-lined with a very light cotton batiste. Originally it had large shawl/flutter sleeves but was too hot, so I disassembled and removed sleeves, then reassembled. Also used wrong side of the fabric intentionally! Love the stand only collar and front slit. Pleats make it nice and roomy. Perfect for this warm sunny day!
#MeMadeMay2023 day 21 and it is a lazy Sunday filled with cups of coffee savored on the porch swing, a few chores, and a drive into town for some ice cream in hubbyâs classic car. So today, I present my me made nightgown, which I spent more time in than usual but it is such an important piece of my life in me mades. I made two at the time and I love them. Very thin cotton, soft and cool, yet pretty enough for a pajama party. I pin tucked the panels and then cut out a normal nightgown pattern. Just love the pintucks, button plackets, collar stand, and ruffled sleeve caps.
#MeMadeMay2023 Today I am in a self drafted princess seam sleeveless linen dress, with piping edges. The top is #munaandbroad Waikerie shirt, which is a real favorite. Embracing all the wrinkles both linen and mine.ð
#MeMadeMay2023 In a favorite self drafted dress. Super fine cotton shirting. Love it. Perfect for a full day sewing class with a favorite teacher. So much fun and inspiration.
#MeMadeMay2023 day 18, woke to temps in the 30âs F, and morning workout, so here I am in Cashmerette Stanton hoodie, and Apostrophe Patterns leggings in brushed poly from Amandasbundles. Anxious from warmer temps. Happy Weekend All!
#MeMadeMay2023 day 17, today the sun is shining but it is cold and winds are gusting, so I pulled my True Bias Marlo sweater out of winter storage. I am wearing a favorite rtw tee shirt and Mitchell trousers by Closet Core. Feeling kind of dapper. Only two weeks to go!
#MeMadeMay2023 day 16, cool and breezy day, so I chose a warm comfy 5 out of 4 Nancy knit dress, embellished with an Alabama Chanin Design Studio technique of hand couching knit ropes on to a knit garment and some embroidery done along the edges with cotton button thread. This had been washed and worn many times and it has become a favorite for chilly days. This was an entry for this yearâs Pattern Review Sewing Bee. Made in a weekâs time and my first time using these embellishments. Love it! Give them a try! #patternreview #alabamachanin #5oo4patterns
#MeMadeMay2023 Today I am wearing a Petrea Blouse by Liz Haywood, that I recently finished. I cuffed the sleeves, and reduced the length by adding a wide curved hi lo hem with side split. It is a low waste pattern that is excellent for narrower width fabrics. I used a printed chambray. The faux raglan seams are genius. This blouse has shape and interest beyond typical low waste patterns. I personally struggled a bit with the collar, and actually cut a new one 1.5â bigger as I suspect that neck stretched during construction. I deviated a bit from the pattern to reduce bulk in the neckline. Will be making the Smith Pinafore to wear with this, also by Liz Haywood and low waste. The sorts are Pietra by Closet Core in khaki twill. #lizhaywood3754
