Sew Twists and Ties: Pattern Round-up

Some pattern inspiration for my sewing challenge, Sew Twists and Ties!

Sew Twists and Ties: A Sewing Challenge

I've put together a little sewing challenge!

2018 #SewingTop5 Hits and Misses

It's that time of year: wrap-ups, top 5 lists, top 9 lists, make 9 lists, best of lists, worst of lists... lots of thoughtfulness, a bit of navel gazing, and some fun rounds-ups!

Papercut Patterns Fjord Cardi

I was pretty smitten with the newest collection from Papercut Patterns, Geo. They always design patterns with such cool seaming...

One of the patterns I bought right away was the Fjord Cardi... I really liked those angled pockets, cozy collar and cool seamlines. I thought the Fjord Cardi pattern might be a good candidate for some Sewing Leftovers-style colorblocking down the line.

But first, a solid version to test the Fjord out! I honestly have no memory of what this fabric is or where I got it. A deep, teal blue, thickish, drapey, french-terryish, definitely some lycra content single knit with good recovery. Good stuff.

This is a size large, which is the Papercut Patterns size I've chosen in the past. It's smaller than my measurements, but I found their patterns run large. I think this was the right size, although I had a couple fitting issues I would fix next time...

The sleeves are a funky raglan-style sleeve that has a seam at the back rather than under the arm. I found them to be quite wide; next time I would slim them down slightly.

As you can see from the drag lines, I probably need an FBA next time I make this pattern. I'll have to figure out how to do that on these pattern pieces... those front seam lines are not quite princess seams.

One of the things that drew me to this pattern are the angled pockets... However, I'm finding their placement a bit strange. They are sort of set to the side, so your hands don't easily slip into them and they end up hidden under your arms so they're barely visible from the front.

That sounds like a lot of complaints, but I really like the cardigan despite those issues! I'll definitely take some time to tweak some of my issues with it to make it work better next time. In the meantime, I'll be wearing this one anyway because it's so cozy!

Sweater Knit Bellavista Top

Another adorable sweater for my cute mom...

it was her birthday a few weeks back, hence this Bellavista sweater and the Toaster Sweater from last week.

Evil Eye Toaster Sweater #2

My mom loves a Toaster Sweater...

Wool Gabardine Jenny Trousers

You know you're onto something good when you make a red velveteen coat and a sparkly gold crop top, but all anyone can ask about is your trousers... 

Atelier Brunette Roscoe Blouse

Loving the luxurious feel of this blouse made with Atelier Brunette viscose crepe fabric from the Imagine Gnats shop!

Sew Frosting: Sparkly Seamwork Adria

This project is one part Sew Frosting and one part Sewing Leftovers, and I love it!

Sew Frosting: Velveteen Simplicity 1067

Frosting ahoy!

Organic Pique Jalie 3137 Polo

Here's my second project using the organic cotton pique knit in the pesto colorway from Organic Cotton Plus... check out my Pembroke Dress from the same fabric. Twins!

Fleecy Pembroke Tunic

After making my pique Pembroke dress, I almost immediately turned around and made a Pembroke tunic!

Organic Pique Pembroke Dress

Here's my version of the latest from Cashmerette, the Pembroke dress, in a delightful organic cotton pique from Organic Cotton Plus!

Cashmerette Rivermont Dress in Crinkle Double Knit

Everybody needs a versatile and classy black dress, right?

Minty Fresh Jill Coatigan

For my latest Fabric Mart Fabricista post, I've made a minty winter wonderland coatigan!

Chat Chocolat Josie Hoodie

Put a bird on it!

Dude Sewing: Simplicity 8519 Pajama Pants

Sometimes Tim benefits from me teaching a sewing class... some time alone, and a test garment if he's lucky!

Quilted Toaster Sweater #2

Sooo... I made this last minute birthday gift for my good friend who lives across the country and it didn't fit her. But it fit me!

Testing, testing: Tilly and the Buttons Ness Skirt (and a giveaway!)

Today I've got my tester version of one of the latest patterns from Tilly and the Buttons, the Ness skirt... and a giveaway, too!

Pumpkin Estelle Ponte Jacket

You guys, it's decorative gourd season and I am really feeling fall this week... some crisp air, colorful leaves, and seasonally-appropriate pumpkin orange cardigan/jacket/topper thing for me!

Testing, testing: Helen's Closet Elliot Sweater

Hey there, faithful readers! Here's my tester version of the latest pattern from Helen's Closet, the Elliot Sweater!

Athina Kakou Sheona Top

Athina Kakou has asked me to review her newest pattern, the Sheona pattern, so here I am with my version!

Review: Dutch Label Shop

After using them for a couple of years, I've got a review of the Dutch Label Shop's woven labels!

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Dude Sewing: Simplicity 1328 Shirt Jacket

Sometimes you make a garment with one person in mind, but it ends up working out better for a different recipient!

Dude Sewing: Waffle Knit Metro Tee

Waffle knit... just a little bit... that song has been in my head for days now.

Stretch Twill Sasha Trousers

Oooh, I am excited about this project!

Sew Your Hart Out September: Appleton Dress in Autumn Vibes

An autumn Appleton...

Testing, testing: Closet Case Patterns Amy Jumpsuit

This is my tester version of the latest pattern from Closet Case Patterns, the Amy jumpsuit!

Perkins Shirt in Silk Cotton Voile

Hey all! I've got a post up at Fabric Mart today about this fun tunic!

This is the Ensemble Patterns Perkins Shirtdress, a cool, modern, oversized shirt, tunic or dress. 

Concord Tee and Gypsum Skirt

Cashmerette Concord... definitely a TNT for me. Sew Liberated Gypsum? Perhaps a soon-to-be TNT? Either way, they're quite a pair!

Marbled Appleton Dress

Why has it been so long since I've made a Cashmerette Appleton dress?! 2 years, to be exact.

Pineapple Reeta Shirtdress

Is it still the case that #pineapplesaresohotrightnow, or am I five years too late? I'm not sure I care either way. Because I am going to wear the heck out of them no matter the answer.

Purple Capsule Wardrobe For My Niece

For my purple-loving niece's birthday earlier in the month, I sewed up a purple mini capsule wardrobe!

Sewing Leftovers: Named Clothing Delia Beanies

This post is a long time coming... some of these hats were made right before Christmas, 2017!

Kommatia V-neck T-shirt

Man, I posted a work-in-progress shot of this v-neck t-shirt I was sewing for my sister and people went crazy for it! 

Batik McCall's 6044 Shirts

Tim was in need of some new short sleeve button-up shirts, so shirts he got!

Organic Chambray Classic Shirt

Classic with a twist!

Double Knit Concord T-shirt Dress

Seasonally inappropriate sewing alert!

I've got a long sleeved double knit t-shirt dress for you on this hot, hot midsummer day... I was absolutely melting when taking these photos (hence the sunglasses and wet hair!) but I am in love with my new dress!

Sew House Seven Tabor Top Three Ways + a Fundraiser

Y’all, this is the t-shirt trio of my dreams. All three of these are now vying for the title of Meg’s Favorite T-shirt.

Testing, testing: Tilly & the Buttons Stevie Tunic

I love a simple, boxy woven top for summer!

The Avid Seamstress Drop Sleeve Top

I've been sewing up patterns from lots of new-to-me pattern companies this week!

Fresh Press Patterns Iris Top

Here's my Fresh Press Patterns Iris top!

Mother's Day Cheyenne Tunic

My mother's day gift for my Mom finally makes it onto the blog!

Olive Denim Jenny Overalls

Don't you just love it when the perfect fabric and pattern combination lands in your lap?!