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My endeavors and inspirations.Claire Cooperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923437480914463238noreply@blogger.comBlogger561125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7882310565466082192.post-66568578193078042024-01-07T12:42:00.000+00:002024-01-07T12:42:06.751+00:00New Year New PJ's<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlKsb96txjZGZfVLSEVbc3Qk0gLz1Yvva_BLMZV3yBtN0PaN79JIFMRjFz2OnZ-LWLWxHr9TWjpiCt9scGcAv7T1n4ivoJmTNn298YNi_DnS573XsBC6VIRLKGCM0GNXdmIGIOd4YUqQvQjZdzG92-bn0H9rl-HZIUhhJsg-1M2A2OQNl_NkEx5g1CV6M/s3535/IMG_5102.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3535" data-original-width="2375" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlKsb96txjZGZfVLSEVbc3Qk0gLz1Yvva_BLMZV3yBtN0PaN79JIFMRjFz2OnZ-LWLWxHr9TWjpiCt9scGcAv7T1n4ivoJmTNn298YNi_DnS573XsBC6VIRLKGCM0GNXdmIGIOd4YUqQvQjZdzG92-bn0H9rl-HZIUhhJsg-1M2A2OQNl_NkEx5g1CV6M/w430-h640/IMG_5102.jpeg" width="430" /></a></div><p></p><p dir="ltr" id="docs-internal-guid-5cd6a0a2-7fff-892f-de7f-f04d2ff6d835" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-03182849-7fff-255d-9067-ca7d6e1bce89" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;">When I originally saw this fabric I had thought that I would make the Solina Dress from Named Clothing’s Breaking the Pattern book. </span></p><p dir="ltr" id="docs-internal-guid-5cd6a0a2-7fff-892f-de7f-f04d2ff6d835" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-03182849-7fff-255d-9067-ca7d6e1bce89" style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;">However when it arrived I was just not feeling it - I think the pattern was just a bit too busy for that dress and it would have been too much. </span><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;"> </span></p><p dir="ltr" id="docs-internal-guid-5cd6a0a2-7fff-892f-de7f-f04d2ff6d835" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;"> </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMX2vg5_FNgdLISrAcNChLlT86NNOqlgU4YnP27FkSq1Zdom3hGygakmC17riQetaVjWPjGzQo6xspWN5q-p9VfGZa7jB7ICcimXFihSVEey8aIBaB5l0WXQvFy9hFADkJaVuNnphbxVtvGxzSqxGN8Dmxi0bEOhyphenhyphenvcxH5GdEYf2LpNZ1AqAnQoSDtjxA/s3997/IMG_5035.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3997" data-original-width="2422" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMX2vg5_FNgdLISrAcNChLlT86NNOqlgU4YnP27FkSq1Zdom3hGygakmC17riQetaVjWPjGzQo6xspWN5q-p9VfGZa7jB7ICcimXFihSVEey8aIBaB5l0WXQvFy9hFADkJaVuNnphbxVtvGxzSqxGN8Dmxi0bEOhyphenhyphenvcxH5GdEYf2LpNZ1AqAnQoSDtjxA/w388-h640/IMG_5035.jpeg" width="388" /></a></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;"> </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;">As the fabric arrived just before Christmas and I had begun to notice the threadbare nature of some of my PJ’s I decided that this fabric </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;">would make a cool set of nightwear. The smooth cotton sateen with a touch of stretch is a perfect luxury fabric and feels amazing against </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;">the skin - almost like silk! What could be better for nightwear?</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;"> </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQWUtqC_6nT_tEJ29hvjhPxIBJ2yNV4jdRQImOjQ3vlqP8kWDQBeJood4Jw5b5FOFULuXjW3BNm00iW5ztmJ0b49apq8R9fhWqlOCQNaaDoCVsX0qHEeGmVBHFNy-6SSaeHnoppegU2bRtQhPHAjf9xa1egae_-b9t6M9IuYCKmXWoBYrVVE5wPmlk9Cs/s4032/IMG_5094.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQWUtqC_6nT_tEJ29hvjhPxIBJ2yNV4jdRQImOjQ3vlqP8kWDQBeJood4Jw5b5FOFULuXjW3BNm00iW5ztmJ0b49apq8R9fhWqlOCQNaaDoCVsX0qHEeGmVBHFNy-6SSaeHnoppegU2bRtQhPHAjf9xa1egae_-b9t6M9IuYCKmXWoBYrVVE5wPmlk9Cs/w480-h640/IMG_5094.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;"> </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;">I scoured my stash of Burdastyle magazines for an appropriate top and found one in the January issue from 2017. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;">This top required piping - I didn’t have any, and once I had time to sew it was the Christmas break and my local haberdashery </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;">was shut for the holidays. Being the impatient sort I am - I decided to use a flat ‘piping’. In other words - self made bias tape from some </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;">white cotton sateen in my stash, without any piping cord in it. This was a mistake as it is incredibly tricky to make sure you have an even, </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;">but tiny amount of the trim showing. Piping would have been easier.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;"> </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEil8bg65iYh8iQNx_iIg1VsFz8LA8REF7eVfo2HHfxqLTsjkGS1vqNCVr0tMWfGVkWwdktvHvDwiW4rNso2IEmAeu9QKB4fxMVd3DLeJikxX6AG1Eu_rhQn2Jxkoby9hyphenhyphendzq7oFGwgo5YsZcC-btWKfFkTQJEybpCeFdWzF_j7jY3U2luUdXpKD10SoSl0/s3930/IMG_5041.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3930" data-original-width="2408" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEil8bg65iYh8iQNx_iIg1VsFz8LA8REF7eVfo2HHfxqLTsjkGS1vqNCVr0tMWfGVkWwdktvHvDwiW4rNso2IEmAeu9QKB4fxMVd3DLeJikxX6AG1Eu_rhQn2Jxkoby9hyphenhyphendzq7oFGwgo5YsZcC-btWKfFkTQJEybpCeFdWzF_j7jY3U2luUdXpKD10SoSl0/w392-h640/IMG_5041.jpeg" width="392" /></a></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;"> </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;">The pattern itself is well drafted and I know that I can cut a size 38 in Burda and it will fit. This pattern came with more detailed instructions. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;">I followed them and wished I hadn’t. Some of the finishing techniques left a lot to be desired and there were some clunky joins that </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;">I’m not that happy about! But Hey, apart from the slightly uneven trim - it’s only me that will see the bits I’m not happy with!</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;"> </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEMBPzdTq0tW6GxB4bmLeaOFIdz7fQ1UVQkp23QEZ9O7o7gr5Ztj6TvA7J4-nAuQEEgjIT9c5NDEm09Ff8QZ9Y-_CWvfiuDTbk7EVf_NHvrco9XKKkp09rb3P7kw9oq7pQr55KacltuRmZmGsRmjCNAkizoWPAu4hfMAHnh2d8V-uk-soj0jObDpSISLI/s4030/IMG_5048.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4030" data-original-width="2537" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgEMBPzdTq0tW6GxB4bmLeaOFIdz7fQ1UVQkp23QEZ9O7o7gr5Ztj6TvA7J4-nAuQEEgjIT9c5NDEm09Ff8QZ9Y-_CWvfiuDTbk7EVf_NHvrco9XKKkp09rb3P7kw9oq7pQr55KacltuRmZmGsRmjCNAkizoWPAu4hfMAHnh2d8V-uk-soj0jObDpSISLI/w402-h640/IMG_5048.jpeg" width="402" /></a></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;"> </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;">The PJ bottoms were self drafted and I used the same pattern as the green drill cargo trousers I made in the summer, </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;">but without the drawstring or the patch pockets. I did keep the hip pockets though. I make the elastic waist just a little looser for evening </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;">and sleep comfort.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;"> </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkRvmbwGncPObSV6urwf59tQ7cjgPHZytBNI8yAGBYVOC8-rEtqG_mDhaDnvU5V3NtGuxpbzQBtMUiJpyPpxZXzXTvxVyoTOONOJ93g-VUv58qwq1pE5Ae6NSF8-khFz-WMBxngDVhoTwqpXU4jPGRkXr_eWop4O5FjP4SY0FkUxHkDwoqZzpltlofuZc/s3571/IMG_5068.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3571" data-original-width="2094" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkRvmbwGncPObSV6urwf59tQ7cjgPHZytBNI8yAGBYVOC8-rEtqG_mDhaDnvU5V3NtGuxpbzQBtMUiJpyPpxZXzXTvxVyoTOONOJ93g-VUv58qwq1pE5Ae6NSF8-khFz-WMBxngDVhoTwqpXU4jPGRkXr_eWop4O5FjP4SY0FkUxHkDwoqZzpltlofuZc/w376-h640/IMG_5068.jpeg" width="376" /></a></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;"> </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;">I think these look classy and I can feel comfortable and stylish when lounging around at home in the evenings now. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;">It’s just a shame I didn’t have them completed in time for the holiday period, when lounging around is the perfect thing to do!</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;"> </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbs3vcJpSuQSU9SyeVetC1LMN5pj9Lkw2BO4C-kwOFoFqzMfXBf43j2lRfw0PcsbiUWrNKfhlTjt2y8VBga3g6aRZEAza2dhHxZjI1hIex2HBQVIZ_1YrEyJgJT_QALG9ZAuIftv2l-BiXmIWmZdCDDu6B4Yo4HMz_7c73NEHRbE1QQf7G7NcOpbS3wfw/s4032/IMG_5093.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbs3vcJpSuQSU9SyeVetC1LMN5pj9Lkw2BO4C-kwOFoFqzMfXBf43j2lRfw0PcsbiUWrNKfhlTjt2y8VBga3g6aRZEAza2dhHxZjI1hIex2HBQVIZ_1YrEyJgJT_QALG9ZAuIftv2l-BiXmIWmZdCDDu6B4Yo4HMz_7c73NEHRbE1QQf7G7NcOpbS3wfw/w480-h640/IMG_5093.jpeg" width="480" /></a></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;"> </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;">This was my most successful PJ set made (i’ve only made one set before - for my daughter). It’s not something I think about making often, </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;">which is why most of my PJ’s are threadbare. It certainly won’t be the last pair I make. But it was quite involved and did need a lot of </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;">concentration and accuracy to get a good finish.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;"> </span></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgP9PLLzlDHtz1SMaHmA9YJxT3tZ5phulekPSx_qim_8XbkF0aeFZ2Ywj3EKgs-oe2ZBsRwyM9sEQSt2-1jshuyl4u1rTGgPW7PbUIiCLA4a-qkO2N5wzBzIDBxa_W0gScT9NG37ZKBJ9qy77jRpcyYhWb6OU-BxAripXFIuvoZ3P48k1tuFYjkDf3pb_s/s3620/IMG_5100.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3620" data-original-width="2441" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgP9PLLzlDHtz1SMaHmA9YJxT3tZ5phulekPSx_qim_8XbkF0aeFZ2Ywj3EKgs-oe2ZBsRwyM9sEQSt2-1jshuyl4u1rTGgPW7PbUIiCLA4a-qkO2N5wzBzIDBxa_W0gScT9NG37ZKBJ9qy77jRpcyYhWb6OU-BxAripXFIuvoZ3P48k1tuFYjkDf3pb_s/w432-h640/IMG_5100.jpeg" width="432" /></a></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;"> </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;"> </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;">Here’s to chilling out in your PJ’s!</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;"> </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: transparent; color: black; font-family: Arial,sans-serif; font-size: 11pt; font-style: normal; font-variant: normal; font-weight: 400; text-decoration: none; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap; white-space: pre;"><br /></span></p><p> </p>Claire Cooperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923437480914463238noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7882310565466082192.post-74379438917037251632023-12-15T18:00:00.001+00:002023-12-15T18:00:00.140+00:00Revisited Renfrew<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjL35K9Kch5FmMzY_B-2A77y98o_6gnug1vVfpSAk9PTd7YVkR_Jp71owPhjfRQHi6mayHDZolfSEfkJRs7BFdBlTnuHuFx66DJtEmqyxO0I_En9PI7CtQu-HtysY7VBvUgyBcPd-cPck0_mfkHtRaiRbbJH-5c0UPhOlU7l7qMcnLvBQHdj9kYIiK4SQ4/s4032/Renfrew%2008.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjL35K9Kch5FmMzY_B-2A77y98o_6gnug1vVfpSAk9PTd7YVkR_Jp71owPhjfRQHi6mayHDZolfSEfkJRs7BFdBlTnuHuFx66DJtEmqyxO0I_En9PI7CtQu-HtysY7VBvUgyBcPd-cPck0_mfkHtRaiRbbJH-5c0UPhOlU7l7qMcnLvBQHdj9kYIiK4SQ4/w480-h640/Renfrew%2008.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><p></p><p>Many years ago, when I first started sewing I bought the Renfrew top by
Sewaholic Patterns. At the time it was one of the top Indie pattern
companies and a great beginner pattern for knits. Perfect for a newbie,
as I was at the time.<br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivrSakUVqHjksUKg4SzpG7INgezwXtGuQ8JQUmg4JRDeptovF7kSkUnbpEM9ZgUY7pTZCvXPqAaayKWbCl8xIiL7IXPXwUSpor_F47lG-w6EzExea3-iJ5DQjnOi3lbPlFZNw3f_kCXCtnYECNsAhmN57IDicD7gqxy_PQlIgylwQEO4Z-8zn8ecmcCdg/s4032/Renfrew%2007.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivrSakUVqHjksUKg4SzpG7INgezwXtGuQ8JQUmg4JRDeptovF7kSkUnbpEM9ZgUY7pTZCvXPqAaayKWbCl8xIiL7IXPXwUSpor_F47lG-w6EzExea3-iJ5DQjnOi3lbPlFZNw3f_kCXCtnYECNsAhmN57IDicD7gqxy_PQlIgylwQEO4Z-8zn8ecmcCdg/w480-h640/Renfrew%2007.jpg" width="480" /></a><br /></p><p>Drafted for pear-shaped figures I thought
it would be perfect for me. Back then I made the pattern - it was easy
to follow and the results were good. BUT it didn’t really fit me. I
could sew, but I had no idea about fitting. It was a friend who was a
pattern cutter who advised me on making improvements to the pattern.<br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7hvxmlDoJpmyMS9tuQuyiBucC2PqNqFdxgd7Qbkz3KsuB7-keCiRbGvfLGw4vefYCeF866sqDluiq8lnSNjUyndrtKF3wysPuX4OYxP-KZc0eqC4xoBTkXk2c42jahN1A402WAjMcPS2eMbQ6JGdwltveO5iiI04woDnIfxmF5rGdANQhf3m2qC2NCcA/s2439/Renfrew%2006.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2439" data-original-width="1629" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7hvxmlDoJpmyMS9tuQuyiBucC2PqNqFdxgd7Qbkz3KsuB7-keCiRbGvfLGw4vefYCeF866sqDluiq8lnSNjUyndrtKF3wysPuX4OYxP-KZc0eqC4xoBTkXk2c42jahN1A402WAjMcPS2eMbQ6JGdwltveO5iiI04woDnIfxmF5rGdANQhf3m2qC2NCcA/w428-h640/Renfrew%2006.jpg" width="428" /></a><br /></p><p>My
first attempt fit well everywhere apart from the shoulders. I may be
pear-shaped, but I still have wide shoulders and it’s forever an issue
when I buy RTW knit tops. My friend had advised me to widen the
shoulders and showed me how to do this without altering the armscye. I
added 1.5cm to the shoulder - which is quite a lot. I never made the
pattern again until this last weekend.<br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDUw1RGAQ5lsfsiOurEkn6NKk6VASJ07TwyuQ7zG9SmqRiiTx1tWPjFU0F94QjAkp_n4vJ8q4fm-qhPiAN-xo8zKTmgHJKHG5CaPtXfwIpZdb4YVzPAg4J4sk80LZJt_zkZpio4sIKA5bLz6rf1UzVaj5LRLNaP89tl2ajLznsit8S7TgbmXDIr5xcHiY/s2434/Renfrew%2005.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2434" data-original-width="1781" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDUw1RGAQ5lsfsiOurEkn6NKk6VASJ07TwyuQ7zG9SmqRiiTx1tWPjFU0F94QjAkp_n4vJ8q4fm-qhPiAN-xo8zKTmgHJKHG5CaPtXfwIpZdb4YVzPAg4J4sk80LZJt_zkZpio4sIKA5bLz6rf1UzVaj5LRLNaP89tl2ajLznsit8S7TgbmXDIr5xcHiY/w468-h640/Renfrew%2005.jpg" width="468" /></a><br /></p><p>When this knit arrived
from <a href="https://www.minerva.com/mp/1196180/minerva-core-range-cotton-jersey-stretch-knit-fabric-navy-blue&variant=1422463" target="_blank">Minerva</a> I knew that it would make a perfect long-sleeve base layer.
The fabric is smooth and feels amazing against the skin. It has a good
amount of stretch, but behaves pretty well - although it does curl at
the edges quite a bit. I prewashed it and set to work.<br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqFSoqyE3W7UC_gk-sxhXVRxkZdKIiY6koyCDro4EGWLUc9CxVzApBXVUvm_7ki7V0ig8xpIpjdllcZIzp8sOo2rk0KxURdHUfCF5d7EnZsoD3XG-I403Lr9anv5JcgxXCzIQdBlCkNlwBcwOgS2ItXL8v5Epq-uTgaSZ3tXIHo1gNAwz7WiZDpub0lHU/s3088/Renfrew%2004.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2320" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqFSoqyE3W7UC_gk-sxhXVRxkZdKIiY6koyCDro4EGWLUc9CxVzApBXVUvm_7ki7V0ig8xpIpjdllcZIzp8sOo2rk0KxURdHUfCF5d7EnZsoD3XG-I403Lr9anv5JcgxXCzIQdBlCkNlwBcwOgS2ItXL8v5Epq-uTgaSZ3tXIHo1gNAwz7WiZDpub0lHU/w480-h640/Renfrew%2004.jpg" width="480" /></a><br /></p><p>I had
forgotten that I’d already altered the pattern to lengthen the sleeves
and sort out the shoulder issue. I checked the pattern pieces against my
go-to long-sleeve knit pattern and it was close, so I got straight on
with it.<br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVSDj2nsKhsZ-jgISDcAluXfhgDPMdZ4hWaCinebnZ-zNnqR9EAohU1fMAswUPfUSQPHfgow0YN1u7CrXrJ7VfU3LvGYx3vAg46S4U10_M_2VqFHqtJdVBqO6aNZ-6MNXj_G3GLAPTqhtnBgo_dGGw43Qk9L9sUCr_fLmlGdyETF_hvwtdSL7QFWqn-Cc/s2527/Renfrew%2003.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2527" data-original-width="1650" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjVSDj2nsKhsZ-jgISDcAluXfhgDPMdZ4hWaCinebnZ-zNnqR9EAohU1fMAswUPfUSQPHfgow0YN1u7CrXrJ7VfU3LvGYx3vAg46S4U10_M_2VqFHqtJdVBqO6aNZ-6MNXj_G3GLAPTqhtnBgo_dGGw43Qk9L9sUCr_fLmlGdyETF_hvwtdSL7QFWqn-Cc/w418-h640/Renfrew%2003.jpg" width="418" /></a><br /></p><p>I omitted the bottom band and added a slight curve to
the hem. I also shortened the neckband by an inch or so as this fabric
was much stretchier than the one I used in the past and I did not want a
gaping neckline. I did the neckline straight after sewing the front and
back together. I thought it would be simple, but I rushed it and ended
up with a lot of puckers. Carefully unpicking the neckband took some
time, but it was worth it as the finish is pretty good. I just used a
zigzag stitch to top stitch it down.<br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggpa1IJnwbCHem9rED2_lUDKOz_XxGd7SHDnDlrJPKPAVWDVridVIr4W7WPwy8wH-MsBnadCfkWPq6d-Vbvt-Vt4Nx8iL3N3FNd3oiGBcOS7RaBWXLm2R61d9lqx7zCgW3Ynff5K_lX5GR0_WLkixxJyPMrERrsi_BVvjuqpPLmD5dlyClI5BKX6UHJHo/s2636/Renfrew%2002.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2636" data-original-width="1703" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEggpa1IJnwbCHem9rED2_lUDKOz_XxGd7SHDnDlrJPKPAVWDVridVIr4W7WPwy8wH-MsBnadCfkWPq6d-Vbvt-Vt4Nx8iL3N3FNd3oiGBcOS7RaBWXLm2R61d9lqx7zCgW3Ynff5K_lX5GR0_WLkixxJyPMrERrsi_BVvjuqpPLmD5dlyClI5BKX6UHJHo/w414-h640/Renfrew%2002.jpg" width="414" /></a><br /></p><p>The rest of the top came
together very smoothly and I am so glad of a nice long-sleeved base
layer to wear during the cooler months. I know the stripes don't always
show up well in photographs but this is a navy and pale blue narrow
stripe. I think it will be perfect with my dungarees and pinafore
dresses.</p><p>One word on fabric requirements. I had about 2m of this
fabric, which is just about what the pattern calls for. However, with
some careful placement, you can make it out of less. I think I have
enough for another t-shirt. I just need to dig out the pattern that I
will use. <br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJO6kBqmS8ThgwP4ZE2t9rrIR3R4KYU-7zjXjJrFuU74nS-tsn163Sb60FTU21nIOrqWjIwjbcyiaKSNhgcyHWPfoWhlTRsFvnh7rwnoeaOfiUpo3HQJ7xJfHu_Fjuu_5UVY6bJs0cqcYT2koX_sC8otIbMC-eUiOwkb13xnArgfYmKzCTy7o25MX8dek/s2619/Renfrew%2001.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2619" data-original-width="1984" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJO6kBqmS8ThgwP4ZE2t9rrIR3R4KYU-7zjXjJrFuU74nS-tsn163Sb60FTU21nIOrqWjIwjbcyiaKSNhgcyHWPfoWhlTRsFvnh7rwnoeaOfiUpo3HQJ7xJfHu_Fjuu_5UVY6bJs0cqcYT2koX_sC8otIbMC-eUiOwkb13xnArgfYmKzCTy7o25MX8dek/w484-h640/Renfrew%2001.jpg" width="484" /></a><br /></p><p>Apologies for the blurry photos - time for a new phone I think!</p><p> </p>Claire Cooperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923437480914463238noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7882310565466082192.post-80672727514601631332023-12-08T17:00:00.001+00:002023-12-08T17:00:00.153+00:00Crash!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjA0BLl8Zb3-6y4W1SCNE04OYcAf-AdkhgvS-HbuxrPWhUrxV4hWxXDzX_F5ss8gwO-H56WokSMUebNFplAPCXSXtZSj_P0RgNw98GOiKhHosU8Cu9xnN60pOkOpPb6u7alLKAJKK9QW2tA29HuMF1qrC94qG3XM-bwCg8vGTZo_tTQje1Vj353yDUmabU/s3690/Crash%2005.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3690" data-original-width="2187" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjA0BLl8Zb3-6y4W1SCNE04OYcAf-AdkhgvS-HbuxrPWhUrxV4hWxXDzX_F5ss8gwO-H56WokSMUebNFplAPCXSXtZSj_P0RgNw98GOiKhHosU8Cu9xnN60pOkOpPb6u7alLKAJKK9QW2tA29HuMF1qrC94qG3XM-bwCg8vGTZo_tTQje1Vj353yDUmabU/w381-h640/Crash%2005.jpg" width="381" /></a> <br /></div><p>If you’ve followed my sewing journey for the last couple of years you
will have seen me sew items suitable for rollerskating in. I started
skating two years ago and love it. First I started on the flat and my
local prom, but then I discovered park skating and have begun to enjoy
throwing myself down ramps.</p><p>A year ago I had a nasty fall on the
top of a ramp and landed with my coccyx on the coping (metal bar at the
top of a half-pipe). It took a few weeks to heal and since then I have
been skating with impact shorts on - also known as bum pads and crash
pants. These are popular in board sports and ski/ snowboard sports. I
got a pair from Facebook marketplace that was a little big, but they do
fit well over leggings or skinny jeans. I wanted some that were more
slimline to wear under my jeans, leggings and shorts.<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0rduQcAzcjIkBSKYNzc2gDsv6-AFW8d5vmoVm3IFWcX5rbL5dULlsdSS7mZeb-DMlXFt0N4qbpye2xwk48ZvrRECokC6WKkqVmRk7ZpigBkh22hCAJekfipt-zj9Sd10t759TYI2Sp6Xx8TKm9GdOMjP-jc6rH52Bl2K_l7rWwtm4coe5Gp1sZo6HaP8/s3934/Crash%2001.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3934" data-original-width="2785" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh0rduQcAzcjIkBSKYNzc2gDsv6-AFW8d5vmoVm3IFWcX5rbL5dULlsdSS7mZeb-DMlXFt0N4qbpye2xwk48ZvrRECokC6WKkqVmRk7ZpigBkh22hCAJekfipt-zj9Sd10t759TYI2Sp6Xx8TKm9GdOMjP-jc6rH52Bl2K_l7rWwtm4coe5Gp1sZo6HaP8/w454-h640/Crash%2001.jpg" width="454" /></a></div><p>I have done
some reading into impact materials and discovered that a material
called D30 is an impact-reducing material, that is often used in impact
shorts for sportswear. It hardens on impact and then softens. However,
the shorts with this in are very spenny! And you can’t just buy sheets
of it, which is a shame.<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGgmnR61kTpz3_UfrNFtA14oHqNqg8mP_BKTZkT3dhknJ3QCxKQO4vKGv9Ki2cnJLKN1B2z8kZH5BXq2dHZtwLkzTzvIZHUN47-zQZOBQqmSSU3ZXD4GwA9Q7VIWBpNMz2Tfp1oIB0rY83MecK7Fp_iL63ZXkEF6KYKUO0UBytj8uc5ruD0RFdxEwu_Dc/s3024/Crash%2002.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2881" data-original-width="3024" height="610" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGgmnR61kTpz3_UfrNFtA14oHqNqg8mP_BKTZkT3dhknJ3QCxKQO4vKGv9Ki2cnJLKN1B2z8kZH5BXq2dHZtwLkzTzvIZHUN47-zQZOBQqmSSU3ZXD4GwA9Q7VIWBpNMz2Tfp1oIB0rY83MecK7Fp_iL63ZXkEF6KYKUO0UBytj8uc5ruD0RFdxEwu_Dc/w640-h610/Crash%2002.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p>I scored some junior impact shorts for
£10 second-hand. I could get them on but they were tight!!!! I decided
to try and make my own, using the padded sections from the ones I
bought.</p><p>I started with a base leggings/ shorts pattern. For this I
used the Ninja leggings from 5 out 4 patterns and cut the size small,
grading to XS at the waist. I had made them before in S/M and there were
a tiny bit too big. I used the Matt Activewear fabric as it has good
stretch and recovery. I sewed the lot on my Pfaff, using a zigzag for
the seam construction and creating a faux cover stitch effect by sewing
the seam allowances down using an overlock stitch. The seams are
external so that friction is reduced on the inside of the leggings.<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhREQ3RtrD50l4LaXF3sIKVroOv4pJ3klJdZzqiHjEZAwI_0lHvY9zCP78ydxwpZDxp8KTbqKW6uLmAsfDfhmXnvwyCZ8FbaFdbpXo3cs4mr2SozNZr5xzFhNHZPtChG8hCn9NB7NBMnk1txhP7qGqki24XmfwoVzTJsjasbcGBCwxEL6FRVGA4C1Ow04Q/s3077/Crash%2003.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3077" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhREQ3RtrD50l4LaXF3sIKVroOv4pJ3klJdZzqiHjEZAwI_0lHvY9zCP78ydxwpZDxp8KTbqKW6uLmAsfDfhmXnvwyCZ8FbaFdbpXo3cs4mr2SozNZr5xzFhNHZPtChG8hCn9NB7NBMnk1txhP7qGqki24XmfwoVzTJsjasbcGBCwxEL6FRVGA4C1Ow04Q/w628-h640/Crash%2003.jpg" width="628" /></a></div><p>Once
I had the shorts made. I needed to get the protective pads in the
correct place. I managed to pin in the hip pads and coccyx protection
myself and then zigzagged them into place, using a zipper foot to get as
close to the D30 Material as I could. The small pads that sit on the
buttocks were harder to place and I had to get my hubby to help me
position them and pin them before sewing them in.<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCgSkZJsIBzEWG2BTPSogDDbR9jUwTKv5RFP_M-zOSVpb_e0VxSesX-YJwXe5hDP4L0K4zb5ylfGekX_x1QyX_KoClpVJZK8sUPiVAtqEhSqwgH_Dt12Z_S-nK5jdD_l9ysM5gBIqTu05RqG5OmSEw-GM8TkcfYWt4o55LAi8seK_yP4SaiW2OR1QpnJE/s3696/Crash%2004.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3696" data-original-width="2382" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCgSkZJsIBzEWG2BTPSogDDbR9jUwTKv5RFP_M-zOSVpb_e0VxSesX-YJwXe5hDP4L0K4zb5ylfGekX_x1QyX_KoClpVJZK8sUPiVAtqEhSqwgH_Dt12Z_S-nK5jdD_l9ysM5gBIqTu05RqG5OmSEw-GM8TkcfYWt4o55LAi8seK_yP4SaiW2OR1QpnJE/w412-h640/Crash%2004.jpg" width="412" /></a></div><p>I did consider
adding an elastic waistband to them but I found that the high rise and
fabric band is actually enough and they stay up very well. </p><p>I
have seen some very stylish crash shorts with lovely fabric on the
outside and I considered making an outer layer to the shorts to hide the
pads. However, keeping these as a single layer reduces the bulk and
gives me way more options. I can wear under my jeans and skirts and also
under leggings. I used the remaining fabric to make a full-length pair
of Ninjas. I can wear these over the top as you can see in the
photographs, but they are also great to wear for my yoga or Pilates
sessions. The fabric has such a good recovery and coverage I love these.
I think I might not ever buy leggings again.<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_w4RtzFVxQma8tZpm44aiO1ScHqBBfKfv8zeNyP83BpApQkqMEGRL21M_a---wBCY3B0kWB5tfMFzpqyXk668Uj6YEg7Tz6gPfPnPi3AKX8NqmOr9xpe3UbqBvNawrx854eTNvkhrTOAoaJ07up3TS3KJ3JBGRoghN3v79HUdk37NqRAAkU_WtG0ISF4/s4032/CrashNinja%2002.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="2248" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_w4RtzFVxQma8tZpm44aiO1ScHqBBfKfv8zeNyP83BpApQkqMEGRL21M_a---wBCY3B0kWB5tfMFzpqyXk668Uj6YEg7Tz6gPfPnPi3AKX8NqmOr9xpe3UbqBvNawrx854eTNvkhrTOAoaJ07up3TS3KJ3JBGRoghN3v79HUdk37NqRAAkU_WtG0ISF4/w357-h640/CrashNinja%2002.jpg" width="357" /></a></div><p>The vest top is the Itch to Stitch Lago tank sewn up in the Minerva exclusive Dancing Lights french terry fabric. I also made full length leggings.<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWAMaWLk3p2mkxLsQTcI50DWbFKlEK97DrfsHb1R7vtsQkIBHTFygMGpx9ZsgxesuXcJ8fGKkD-5gqJNRdXVBfYafZfKuZSfwaqesjVgHeCNPS7nffskhCoyGDZ69BmadGnZ3qbdSQ4XjGqbV076KCPBCZ9AMr9pB5qeoyjJSmORnVpLRYY6zEcqWkuLs/s4032/CrashNinja%2006.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="2427" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWAMaWLk3p2mkxLsQTcI50DWbFKlEK97DrfsHb1R7vtsQkIBHTFygMGpx9ZsgxesuXcJ8fGKkD-5gqJNRdXVBfYafZfKuZSfwaqesjVgHeCNPS7nffskhCoyGDZ69BmadGnZ3qbdSQ4XjGqbV076KCPBCZ9AMr9pB5qeoyjJSmORnVpLRYY6zEcqWkuLs/w386-h640/CrashNinja%2006.jpg" width="386" /></a></div><p> <br /></p>Claire Cooperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923437480914463238noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7882310565466082192.post-33812174825953650072023-12-01T18:00:00.001+00:002023-12-01T18:00:00.149+00:00Waste Not Want Not Jeans<p> <br /><br /><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisSkR_XebWTM7rwbTltUoDobYGNsjKBZ9HI-0alra1_qQGul_RV3vmxhZLBP7NepTyWAFS8LxrKynCS6AxKi6qIRDb8ApxVHrOb47PEnU5xwTeQno_sRNkehWwEPF5Pa_3eyBSyrGFSGOpFCrfL8-D7cTOTwMD3zIBJey_0D9ImWprL1WmL3D-U90qf6M/s3088/wastenotwantnot05.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2320" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEisSkR_XebWTM7rwbTltUoDobYGNsjKBZ9HI-0alra1_qQGul_RV3vmxhZLBP7NepTyWAFS8LxrKynCS6AxKi6qIRDb8ApxVHrOb47PEnU5xwTeQno_sRNkehWwEPF5Pa_3eyBSyrGFSGOpFCrfL8-D7cTOTwMD3zIBJey_0D9ImWprL1WmL3D-U90qf6M/w480-h640/wastenotwantnot05.jpg" width="480" /></a></div> <p></p><p>I love an upcycled project. and wearables ones are the best. Back in late August my son decided that he was getting rid of a couple of pairs of jeans. Before he threw them in the bin, I rescued them and examined the quality of the denim. The button area on the waistbands had gone and the zips were damaged. but all in all the fabric was in decent condition. <br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhO660fc8REXhLXrh02PQBfvGXiyXeB9rFIYtBlFfVtVbD30bunltKPkdjVOC0zWrPXv9TFOj2TSh2Odq7xEpKGDumT7ucQ0rC3mV3Tmtu-CLisfiRijoEHm23OLbqIyX-oZk-lURv3_aY16DmiMIToWaQJn2Wj-AdVfdieJ2gUuwEHYI8Dy81rKRig57c/s3088/wastenotwantnot04.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2320" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhO660fc8REXhLXrh02PQBfvGXiyXeB9rFIYtBlFfVtVbD30bunltKPkdjVOC0zWrPXv9TFOj2TSh2Odq7xEpKGDumT7ucQ0rC3mV3Tmtu-CLisfiRijoEHm23OLbqIyX-oZk-lURv3_aY16DmiMIToWaQJn2Wj-AdVfdieJ2gUuwEHYI8Dy81rKRig57c/w480-h640/wastenotwantnot04.jpg" width="480" /></a> <br /></p><p>I carefully unpicked and took them apart. I intended to reuse as much of the fabric as I could. One of the waistbands was long enough for me to use of I cut away the damaged section. I reused the pockets and the belt loops.</p><p>The legs were disassembled from the inside, leaving the outer seams in tact. I used these leg sections to cut the front and back legs from.</p><p style="text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTQNWqNK67mxJSFvrpnlUqVY-oqGMPAr-pNkPUBLkLNnX8t_WFFf9SVz7IHajwlYbucwTIhpNTvmajZa7dcwoqGav3oOO0CL9qWVdxeCNhU0QtRz2QHJjrmbiblGAfIQYpwKbSR-QNfQ1pWA867Q3ZT5IPJO7qiFXwdt_148BrI8Kkh1x2vqPDFcc-Q4U/s4032/wastenotwantnot07.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTQNWqNK67mxJSFvrpnlUqVY-oqGMPAr-pNkPUBLkLNnX8t_WFFf9SVz7IHajwlYbucwTIhpNTvmajZa7dcwoqGav3oOO0CL9qWVdxeCNhU0QtRz2QHJjrmbiblGAfIQYpwKbSR-QNfQ1pWA867Q3ZT5IPJO7qiFXwdt_148BrI8Kkh1x2vqPDFcc-Q4U/w640-h480/wastenotwantnot07.jpg" width="640" /></a></p><p>I had to piece fabric to have enough for some of the smaller sections -such as the yoke and I added length to the legs in the same manner.</p><p>The denim was a stretch fabric and perfect quality for the Ginger Jeans from Closet Core Patterns. Having made these a few times before The construction was very quick and I did all the top stitching in regular thread, which meant no swapping of machines or thread on this one.</p><p style="text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgX-VLgWaDnftQpTX4aPgOZE6voDTIoFtVlK82rOqQb_fBmFjFEcxPNYClwMpUf-qB0OVCzPZaGwOzP_PLzGMQ8RiMdJFIPPYtfTH41b-54inVD9jcCPSmFPPPu5myz3O6bs0zfUVdpDFm3WLnhzu1A8bmaZ0l5Qp1-IMmKeeFK_-5M6kR4pX1Aosl-GoM/s4032/wastenotwantnot06.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgX-VLgWaDnftQpTX4aPgOZE6voDTIoFtVlK82rOqQb_fBmFjFEcxPNYClwMpUf-qB0OVCzPZaGwOzP_PLzGMQ8RiMdJFIPPYtfTH41b-54inVD9jcCPSmFPPPu5myz3O6bs0zfUVdpDFm3WLnhzu1A8bmaZ0l5Qp1-IMmKeeFK_-5M6kR4pX1Aosl-GoM/w640-h480/wastenotwantnot06.jpg" width="640" /></a></p><p>The pocket bags are made from some Superman fabric that my hubby had for a project earlier in the year. I know the photos aren't great. The light wasn't good when I was taking them and my phone is old!!!!</p><p style="text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEie5KpGP-n4b-uNaz1QhyphenhyphenWAr-qjYYaKlBMO0t-F0ZMaBOEUckEyobbEY29wY_BMnXsc72_nIP8Dw5oNr6E834Am9FP-KzN0jsyI1rcIMXbr2Ne3IxwB35VyC295V_seQwh-hNWA5oO2yxRmss2ljkb5Y1wzKphswOxFuBhd_UGeyodVzfDMa6KP30Ij6c4/s3088/wastenotwantnot03.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="1678" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEie5KpGP-n4b-uNaz1QhyphenhyphenWAr-qjYYaKlBMO0t-F0ZMaBOEUckEyobbEY29wY_BMnXsc72_nIP8Dw5oNr6E834Am9FP-KzN0jsyI1rcIMXbr2Ne3IxwB35VyC295V_seQwh-hNWA5oO2yxRmss2ljkb5Y1wzKphswOxFuBhd_UGeyodVzfDMa6KP30Ij6c4/w348-h640/wastenotwantnot03.jpg" width="348" /></a></p><p>These have already been worn several times and I have made a small win in the zero waste fashion stakes. Everything used was from my stash or was off cuts. I needed new jeans and here we are.</p><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLXZrVORK6nmQ2Bb46vnTf0FDXWJqpVBLNE0y8Lz2XpbumLqjURoUkKdsXaSxFFCbKP8liNwDuuunr2NxA_mZcQi-NFjdQxGJ49S-kTF0E_hga96mmngf1HaTmOgFguBdP-GpkIcL0Ho1_AxrIku3dJ788J-iep4ueRu-Xj7KWEpeKzo65AUt9Ns_2ngM/s3088/wastenotwantnot02.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="1688" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjLXZrVORK6nmQ2Bb46vnTf0FDXWJqpVBLNE0y8Lz2XpbumLqjURoUkKdsXaSxFFCbKP8liNwDuuunr2NxA_mZcQi-NFjdQxGJ49S-kTF0E_hga96mmngf1HaTmOgFguBdP-GpkIcL0Ho1_AxrIku3dJ788J-iep4ueRu-Xj7KWEpeKzo65AUt9Ns_2ngM/w350-h640/wastenotwantnot02.jpg" width="350" /></a></p>Claire Cooperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923437480914463238noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7882310565466082192.post-81026632911071347152023-11-17T17:00:00.001+00:002023-11-17T17:00:00.145+00:00Second Hoodie<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhedsOTlzHVpn7KvGMooKStrRPwZO9E2jlKEvP0LbynrCM_h0twr1uCwWYOUGYuVk9ikqwKyVbNBbND_NQa8Oj5RS7ksBKPNbLgSsBsgUYR7wNk0iWCi8AH9F5wskzYhaiuIAZGqexX2br32C1dv0mNxDKnviVQXQ1ib5IzqxLSxq-2id5DfbfuqSud40M/s2449/Hoodie%2003.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2449" data-original-width="1668" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhedsOTlzHVpn7KvGMooKStrRPwZO9E2jlKEvP0LbynrCM_h0twr1uCwWYOUGYuVk9ikqwKyVbNBbND_NQa8Oj5RS7ksBKPNbLgSsBsgUYR7wNk0iWCi8AH9F5wskzYhaiuIAZGqexX2br32C1dv0mNxDKnviVQXQ1ib5IzqxLSxq-2id5DfbfuqSud40M/w436-h640/Hoodie%2003.jpg" width="436" /></a></div><p> Many, Many, Many years ago a friend passed on some clothes for my boys.
The selection included a blue hoodie, which my elder son wore until he
was about 14, and then grew out of it. My younger son wouldn’t wear it.
So I did! It was a great fit and I didn’t have a zip-up hoodie. Over the
years I have worn it a lot, to the point where it is stained and
threadbare. And not much use other than gardening and DIY.<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgV1YYCCC7_UO4adH0wdMjvqKYK1wVjuxlRg2mNRHMi5hvSIhBmd7-OB8K2a5x7-8yxZEU4U2iU2AwhMO9Cpi3Mb2ntWsQNy8cLSKSlfvhSCvKEJe3J3K44WW3jFlgi0jC-oY3blA3Xuqeub2uXMbAug3wyzszLy952WW1-x8pX8hQ3wSrOMRMgEhhnIlo/s2488/Hoodie%2004.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2488" data-original-width="1721" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgV1YYCCC7_UO4adH0wdMjvqKYK1wVjuxlRg2mNRHMi5hvSIhBmd7-OB8K2a5x7-8yxZEU4U2iU2AwhMO9Cpi3Mb2ntWsQNy8cLSKSlfvhSCvKEJe3J3K44WW3jFlgi0jC-oY3blA3Xuqeub2uXMbAug3wyzszLy952WW1-x8pX8hQ3wSrOMRMgEhhnIlo/w442-h640/Hoodie%2004.jpg" width="442" /></a></div><p>I
decided it was time to make a replacement. I decided it should be
lightweight and opted for French terry in a duck egg colour rather than
heavier sweatshirting. I used my pinwheel to trace around the seams,
which meant I could leave the original garment intact and continue to
wear it until it actually falls to bits!<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSXt1ZwdjV-M-jrQxf5GZrrXb9p0PBWBL518-PeZY0lr83pq2ykvUzRInj0LM3mYDhqiN2gWhVNpMbgCPhe5CnxZNkZr2LHVKRWv-G4kY6Y9Ubf2sMrcuixSamfa5vn0Z_Gaol0WcgRUqKBgoEspkn8t_rgFsk4jKCGcRV85pCP1wDjNIxk3ctxSeQwsY/s2430/Hoodie%2005.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2430" data-original-width="1442" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSXt1ZwdjV-M-jrQxf5GZrrXb9p0PBWBL518-PeZY0lr83pq2ykvUzRInj0LM3mYDhqiN2gWhVNpMbgCPhe5CnxZNkZr2LHVKRWv-G4kY6Y9Ubf2sMrcuixSamfa5vn0Z_Gaol0WcgRUqKBgoEspkn8t_rgFsk4jKCGcRV85pCP1wDjNIxk3ctxSeQwsY/w380-h640/Hoodie%2005.jpg" width="380" /></a></div><p>Once I had traced all
the pieces I checked the measurements and trued up the seamlines before
adding seam allowances. I weighted my pattern pieces to prevent the
fabric from curling as I cut and cut all the pieces out. </p><p>The
French terry has slightly less stretch crosswise compared with
lengthwise, which meant that the zip opening really needed to be
interfaced to ensure the zip went in without any puckers.<br />I initially
used a stretch interfacing, but it was too lightweight and I ended up
adding another layer of lightweight stable iron on interfacing. I should
also have added this to the edge of the pocket that would also be
caught in the zip as this did pucker a little.<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglo_Phg9rT6dAtd53OZhkSjqmRFoPhQhaxMHVIvP96yci0u6bqV8gt2bUNUbwMo1_rjuDVQZMyCcWQsD4dXrb_eRznadmyxibnwsNRkC85oZKO4QmIgpZEz6rKHU1QVaIGDx52tKS57Hsjymbt1NwWYcRGZhzcd7Jp5Cj_thEN1JXMK_nLulJ3zR9170o/s2224/Hoodie%2006.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2224" data-original-width="1863" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglo_Phg9rT6dAtd53OZhkSjqmRFoPhQhaxMHVIvP96yci0u6bqV8gt2bUNUbwMo1_rjuDVQZMyCcWQsD4dXrb_eRznadmyxibnwsNRkC85oZKO4QmIgpZEz6rKHU1QVaIGDx52tKS57Hsjymbt1NwWYcRGZhzcd7Jp5Cj_thEN1JXMK_nLulJ3zR9170o/w536-h640/Hoodie%2006.jpg" width="536" /></a></div><p>I used a jersey
needle and sewed the garment together with a narrow zig-zag, the edges
were then overlocked for a neat finish. I did not have any matching
ribbing for the hem band and cuffs. I originally cut these on the
cross-grain at 90% width, but there was not enough stretch in the fabric
for them to fit without causing puckers. I re-cut these pieces
lengthwise and they went in with no issues.<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR3eeU0AFPqtvfY7nOY2EviiqaZQpsO5Uvp2xfOQKH4ss-f7pgnFjmLvcMBWTABl6KK877_5__jH4VMSAcD4KmaUvrD_lOpRr4-cMJfTq-B0sqL8uELyRG_LJ8sdo6Jdd1I9b7sV6ZOBofj6N47rdyYhE5qbfvrShFjcGNAdFowSpWZiWGy5FEXxQJrak/s1824/Hoodie%2001.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1824" data-original-width="1275" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR3eeU0AFPqtvfY7nOY2EviiqaZQpsO5Uvp2xfOQKH4ss-f7pgnFjmLvcMBWTABl6KK877_5__jH4VMSAcD4KmaUvrD_lOpRr4-cMJfTq-B0sqL8uELyRG_LJ8sdo6Jdd1I9b7sV6ZOBofj6N47rdyYhE5qbfvrShFjcGNAdFowSpWZiWGy5FEXxQJrak/w448-h640/Hoodie%2001.jpg" width="448" /></a></div><p>The hood is
self-lined and buttonholes are used to provide the exit points for the
drawstring for the hood. I also decided to bind the inside neck edge to
give a clean and neat finish, unfortunately, I didn’t have any cream
jersey, so it ended up being white - it does give a nice neat finish
though.<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguvWsMcuHf6vlglnRfs9ussBDKLKNCkjrfF6DJHYBrhrwc_x0xrWfJcEtzbGcdtIipz_xj8UsXw_iGV3gwVahtB8VLA8Iar28FD7IBlRiiXlKvIlVA_QCYPr2mvG1GHRIRGuI9NxcM7eZzS-am1SNoPU0SOxfK1IEyWFrL0-xm7d1z8HryiHBjIMEvV8E/s1727/Hoodie%2000.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1727" data-original-width="1137" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEguvWsMcuHf6vlglnRfs9ussBDKLKNCkjrfF6DJHYBrhrwc_x0xrWfJcEtzbGcdtIipz_xj8UsXw_iGV3gwVahtB8VLA8Iar28FD7IBlRiiXlKvIlVA_QCYPr2mvG1GHRIRGuI9NxcM7eZzS-am1SNoPU0SOxfK1IEyWFrL0-xm7d1z8HryiHBjIMEvV8E/w422-h640/Hoodie%2000.jpg" width="422" /></a></div><p>I hope this lasts as long as the original. It was on my back as soon as I had finished it. I’m already loving it!!!!!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWiviQdDMksdT6Au6OuNVOKT7Y7GD-pXUeAvupLBiFAum8fqkOmlpS32UahfAsWpYyinlxVCA-XqGalcF5RczVz7AOe906-tLXVp4b9T53U8VI3_qfG2OLwa8glUrRNFa0A-tY1m-gXFfM1Zo8bVnrkFWa_Ux1Z-Ajrn-bCUajj5zjxjbfITph-o8ouX4/s1976/Hoodie%2007.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1976" data-original-width="1296" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWiviQdDMksdT6Au6OuNVOKT7Y7GD-pXUeAvupLBiFAum8fqkOmlpS32UahfAsWpYyinlxVCA-XqGalcF5RczVz7AOe906-tLXVp4b9T53U8VI3_qfG2OLwa8glUrRNFa0A-tY1m-gXFfM1Zo8bVnrkFWa_Ux1Z-Ajrn-bCUajj5zjxjbfITph-o8ouX4/w420-h640/Hoodie%2007.jpg" width="420" /></a></div><p> </p>Claire Cooperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923437480914463238noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7882310565466082192.post-20042768421394706982023-10-27T17:00:00.001+01:002023-10-27T17:00:00.145+01:00Long Shirt<p style="text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_7KZRAw-42h6SQ0HbRk_HY5iLip4QndUeDCL04jfwjQgJfX4lDPrLHhLK-zR_rkckuz81KWdWWca_pFzigAHCBuwcjd8jBnBtznVqJg__3Si--02H-oCtfu-Tzn_VWHY9PkrWfAf3hKyOGkP8AH4SIduwSts068GzUPF6-KKtIlF7aDc1DIgG50HjH1Y/s3695/White%20tunic%2003.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3695" data-original-width="2439" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_7KZRAw-42h6SQ0HbRk_HY5iLip4QndUeDCL04jfwjQgJfX4lDPrLHhLK-zR_rkckuz81KWdWWca_pFzigAHCBuwcjd8jBnBtznVqJg__3Si--02H-oCtfu-Tzn_VWHY9PkrWfAf3hKyOGkP8AH4SIduwSts068GzUPF6-KKtIlF7aDc1DIgG50HjH1Y/w422-h640/White%20tunic%2003.jpg" width="422" /></a></p><p style="text-align: center;">This is one of those patterns that I have had on my ‘to make’ list for quite some time.<br />Since 2012 in fact. It’s pattern 117 from the 04/2012 issue of Burdastyle Magazine.<br /></p><p style="text-align: center;">It’s
a tunic-length shirt with a gathered flounce at the back. So it’s
business in the front and party in the back. I’ll put it out there that
it needs a much thicker belt - I’m going to make an obi style one to go
with it and I think it will look fab with my pinstriped waistcoat. I
also think it would benefit from being worn with slim trousers or
leggings and a high heel. The length does shorten my already short
legs!!!!! And accentuating the waist more will help balance my long
torso. However, styling issues aside this is an absolute winner, mainly
down to the fabric.<br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtPxrOzpZKgJvwaboonc7LtcLf51MLdQePgvi0D_Yuje2qho1B-qPoozoe-mtdH3pwxz26JZDEbhKvB86TYoqKJZOUNCZxsb92DV7MIIvLGKXot-4QPLrbwdD1Jn7kkjjHC0fPHCeZYpmce9CH-aX8WfGNSPCV63YynCt2n35eX4l9j8iXwIsCdNzm1DU/s3502/White%20tunic%2001.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3502" data-original-width="1790" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtPxrOzpZKgJvwaboonc7LtcLf51MLdQePgvi0D_Yuje2qho1B-qPoozoe-mtdH3pwxz26JZDEbhKvB86TYoqKJZOUNCZxsb92DV7MIIvLGKXot-4QPLrbwdD1Jn7kkjjHC0fPHCeZYpmce9CH-aX8WfGNSPCV63YynCt2n35eX4l9j8iXwIsCdNzm1DU/w328-h640/White%20tunic%2001.jpg" width="328" /></a><br /> </p><p style="text-align: center;">The fabric is a stable cotton sateen, which I
have heard referred to as the dressmaker’s shirting, and I can see why.
The hand of the fabric is smooth and silky to the touch. It’s light but
keeps its shape and is a perfect transitional fabric. Light enough for
cooler summer days and perfect for spring and autumn. I think you all
owe me a huge shoutout today. It was the first time I wore this to work.
I’m an art teacher and today involved clay, 3D modelling, acrylic
paint, lino printing, painting and ink drawing and I still came home
with this shirt clean - not sure how!<br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQJWhe2QkJRL38ns7vpr-B0jH7E8f_ZqhSv1kZONN49sFn2vMXmFzM8QSWkwVACDQYKpgc3NRNan3qiNEr4PzcOszn_4QdJUkdXrE5J-JYQLtuq2XwsNnpYBd934AUYV3t9ZCehYUsbQkG6hymwTd3EAAGkQGMjgW_ete_hLSK2mzOfI8Sjx4UEuu_fu4/s3650/White%20tunic%2002.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3650" data-original-width="2398" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQJWhe2QkJRL38ns7vpr-B0jH7E8f_ZqhSv1kZONN49sFn2vMXmFzM8QSWkwVACDQYKpgc3NRNan3qiNEr4PzcOszn_4QdJUkdXrE5J-JYQLtuq2XwsNnpYBd934AUYV3t9ZCehYUsbQkG6hymwTd3EAAGkQGMjgW_ete_hLSK2mzOfI8Sjx4UEuu_fu4/w420-h640/White%20tunic%2002.jpg" width="420" /></a> </p><p style="text-align: center;">I love the weave on this
fabric, it adds to the feel of luxury. It sews and presses beautifully,
but I do recommend using a microtex needle to avoid any unwanted
puckers.<br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAnTED4fxArDnSqVyPbttxrWUesRJw-ffSoaXQQ5KCt-f6eGVFM1Vj1bwfij0Hu3lyYEaVDHTdHu27wYHmtyytqu9qpBq3JvyuTgt9EcEA30ex9Ryjp13Iol1TlIjkXhU1O4qMq6uRGYIvQslllLXMsbtZuunGdKpyK55w2gIfHAEfk0b3DQ5iWC75RRo/s3573/White%20tunic%2004.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3573" data-original-width="2192" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAnTED4fxArDnSqVyPbttxrWUesRJw-ffSoaXQQ5KCt-f6eGVFM1Vj1bwfij0Hu3lyYEaVDHTdHu27wYHmtyytqu9qpBq3JvyuTgt9EcEA30ex9Ryjp13Iol1TlIjkXhU1O4qMq6uRGYIvQslllLXMsbtZuunGdKpyK55w2gIfHAEfk0b3DQ5iWC75RRo/w392-h640/White%20tunic%2004.jpg" width="392" /></a><br /> </p><p style="text-align: center;">As with most Burdastyle magazine patterns the
instructions are minimal; for most patterns, I don’t use them. I
normally cut a size 38, but for this shirt, I went down to the size 36
and I’m glad I did - the 38 would have been too big. The collar and
cuffs and the top part of the back ‘skirt’ section are interfaced with
iron-on interfacing. This is to support the weight of the ruffles, and
it does pull back a little here, so it’s definitely needed. The collar
is a flat collar designed to be worn open at the neck. I’m not a huge
fan of this collar style and prefer a proper shirt collar, but I quite
like it here.<br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgx1Okkwzv2aMlDRGveHh9SCaM2YW0YQWIwOWzsdcAfrncwqiec6jn3iXTIgKnbSWoSGHPP6-0DxFJ_zMoCCGcpZxjjIBCo8z2oF4x3Ypg03GwiZZeDRENgci5wOYku3U2XNaLWbtw9nzv2-bEknajFRwOFXBtqSzbMT_AMx34ARn0DmMI_nAW6K5iHtt0/s4032/White%20tunic%206.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgx1Okkwzv2aMlDRGveHh9SCaM2YW0YQWIwOWzsdcAfrncwqiec6jn3iXTIgKnbSWoSGHPP6-0DxFJ_zMoCCGcpZxjjIBCo8z2oF4x3Ypg03GwiZZeDRENgci5wOYku3U2XNaLWbtw9nzv2-bEknajFRwOFXBtqSzbMT_AMx34ARn0DmMI_nAW6K5iHtt0/w480-h640/White%20tunic%206.jpg" width="480" /></a><br /> </p><p style="text-align: center;">I didn’t make any alterations for the main body,
but I did flatten the sleeve cap and widen the sleeve a little as the
original was very slim and I have wider biceps. The hem was sewn using a
3 step baby hem method, which I love to use on curved hems or fine
fabric as it gives a nice flat finish.<br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHOyOWbgFWUsVBSJLB9KXz54htpDfvydAWP-yZ6beo4Xlhtxm-3jxwMRsz0rT6npfJe0BWt_yubB8qhPN0VsNPM1LUgpJetIT6hdDzZYmG3-5lJq0iR6j8cMnioPSwnBrXstBikk1BTrIB3vMvntfX73ccgtX343Tq48z0hL5_aEjDQlFZp9mFv-zVFyw/s4032/White%20tunic%2005.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiHOyOWbgFWUsVBSJLB9KXz54htpDfvydAWP-yZ6beo4Xlhtxm-3jxwMRsz0rT6npfJe0BWt_yubB8qhPN0VsNPM1LUgpJetIT6hdDzZYmG3-5lJq0iR6j8cMnioPSwnBrXstBikk1BTrIB3vMvntfX73ccgtX343Tq48z0hL5_aEjDQlFZp9mFv-zVFyw/w480-h640/White%20tunic%2005.jpg" width="480" /></a><br /> </p><p style="text-align: center;">I think this would make a
good shirt to wear over the top of a slip dress or beach wear as it’s so
light and airy. Here’s waiting for my holiday to arrive!</p><p style="text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0URjL0ZL2smjhzyBWH41l3ghX4wtt1Q4xme7Vwv30WTKpXzQW_MCSbf-tckp3nO2J-toux_JavVgaaIYnKEa1rsWe2ZdHaJqXnyZtKpgiWfQOtaE0mVorTnDNFZ8hwPoqIuRAtwx8suYQoYyHl8FlnLZHOTrX5Do2sJiq3bBF3mwL0mMscSDVbXDudro/s4032/White%20tunic%2010.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0URjL0ZL2smjhzyBWH41l3ghX4wtt1Q4xme7Vwv30WTKpXzQW_MCSbf-tckp3nO2J-toux_JavVgaaIYnKEa1rsWe2ZdHaJqXnyZtKpgiWfQOtaE0mVorTnDNFZ8hwPoqIuRAtwx8suYQoYyHl8FlnLZHOTrX5Do2sJiq3bBF3mwL0mMscSDVbXDudro/w480-h640/White%20tunic%2010.jpg" width="480" /></a></p>Claire Cooperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923437480914463238noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7882310565466082192.post-25113699924928363172023-10-06T17:00:00.001+01:002023-10-06T17:00:00.141+01:00Traveller Trousers<p style="text-align: left;"> <br /><br /><br /><br /></p><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrHgjz7WKO8V2XLJAEgN6vitxG6DZObDtQUbnDw_dyy3hqWQcIcqFY_evEUoc9C8dZGYa8OwFgFHmI6nHwN2eeo1P3P-roLzpiK0W9LXZUaLVZjtUknJgUne_H59JfdfWLqwYGiJgwzjStTgLF6Cf5w_dV_ZaUD_3nk68a6uZl6EScQQ4HXRNcLxWefUA/s2556/Traveller%20trousers%2001.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2556" data-original-width="1815" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrHgjz7WKO8V2XLJAEgN6vitxG6DZObDtQUbnDw_dyy3hqWQcIcqFY_evEUoc9C8dZGYa8OwFgFHmI6nHwN2eeo1P3P-roLzpiK0W9LXZUaLVZjtUknJgUne_H59JfdfWLqwYGiJgwzjStTgLF6Cf5w_dV_ZaUD_3nk68a6uZl6EScQQ4HXRNcLxWefUA/w454-h640/Traveller%20trousers%2001.jpg" width="454" /></a><br /></p><p style="text-align: left;">After my last make, which I love, I decided to try similar shape trousers, but with some unusual features. These
are made from a pattern from the Burdastyle Magazine from a few years
ago and are named the traveller trousers. I thought they'd be perfect in
this purple linen. The sample in the magazine looked like it was made
in a similar weight fabric to linen, so I went ahead with these.<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrpewwJS7SQVwgzSH092Nbc1YcyIJZDiP1EZ6qUCwoWvM2UTLljd6q7huJORRkGamvchDEM7i5MOezU-Opx47B16nGfF_JI9iQoR_pqkQMCJgRUV1xMYW_vuMmttKedEdxknYCWQQtm6zhMYcpuy-jNkeDSutbaPVuLn-AHuRQZU7HxEwbB7y5lXO8a5A/s2526/Traveller%20trousers%2003.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2526" data-original-width="1629" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrpewwJS7SQVwgzSH092Nbc1YcyIJZDiP1EZ6qUCwoWvM2UTLljd6q7huJORRkGamvchDEM7i5MOezU-Opx47B16nGfF_JI9iQoR_pqkQMCJgRUV1xMYW_vuMmttKedEdxknYCWQQtm6zhMYcpuy-jNkeDSutbaPVuLn-AHuRQZU7HxEwbB7y5lXO8a5A/w412-h640/Traveller%20trousers%2003.jpg" width="412" /></a> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">Prior
to making these, I prewashed the fabric as linen can sometimes shrink a
little on its first wash and it always seems to have a nicer hand once
it’s been laundered. I also carefully measured the pattern pieces to
determine which size to make.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTf-ai4H6Qq_Q5VxK31Yqss5k9-eDRsLDu1org0-QIsQp_qnBbidloeF6UYOk9BkO_bX7in-AIxne625aF-F2oa4qQxp0F7ajf5cx7FXCxS94aVkw7UXXqUGnyB1_vj529CH2hNiOI9yBLmjzFsKXIELR9WvkoSnNf0_bKjw4QcNk7XR5mDhz9-VQ7h20/s2483/Traveller%20trousers%2002.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2483" data-original-width="1474" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTf-ai4H6Qq_Q5VxK31Yqss5k9-eDRsLDu1org0-QIsQp_qnBbidloeF6UYOk9BkO_bX7in-AIxne625aF-F2oa4qQxp0F7ajf5cx7FXCxS94aVkw7UXXqUGnyB1_vj529CH2hNiOI9yBLmjzFsKXIELR9WvkoSnNf0_bKjw4QcNk7XR5mDhz9-VQ7h20/w380-h640/Traveller%20trousers%2002.jpg" width="380" /></a></div><p style="text-align: left;">The illustration seems to imply
these are a very loose fit, but the magazine photos looked quite snug. I
did not want snug trousers! I usually cut a size 38 in Burdatyle, but
I’m aware that my hips are at least a size 40 right now, mostly down to
skating developing my thighs and butt!!!!<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-Bq-UgJBWLMh_QPYKe34y_9u2vfDvCAuI5kolcChmvSZTzGxVKyufjgIRsr41-DBgSJAs2_6vI9JA6L1TSnM_XGBNIl040cIr6z3GqBh7veiAHRSFiFQoP7yLohv25CqT6FQFqrPulXAhN84F8RLbZWOIm2xSzoPOFHwt2c_maRGR0cqd-UBTKx8bml4/s2380/Traveller%20trousers%2005.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1785" data-original-width="2380" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-Bq-UgJBWLMh_QPYKe34y_9u2vfDvCAuI5kolcChmvSZTzGxVKyufjgIRsr41-DBgSJAs2_6vI9JA6L1TSnM_XGBNIl040cIr6z3GqBh7veiAHRSFiFQoP7yLohv25CqT6FQFqrPulXAhN84F8RLbZWOIm2xSzoPOFHwt2c_maRGR0cqd-UBTKx8bml4/w640-h480/Traveller%20trousers%2005.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p style="text-align: left;">I ended up tracing the
42 leg, grading to 40 at the high hip and waist - I should have gone for
the 38 at the waist!!!!!! There are lots of adjustment seams, but due
to the construction methods, the back waistband is trickier to adjust
once sewn.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvd_ETT1yQbit8xKYBWTCZA45zjgG9qRxW-2onjASw8ea_umN-hjamBRcqjT1U-1RraoIopwLdMe3JuZSS2HrKg4gLLSDuzis5X8Y2RM-oKO51xezsnRBGigsGtK6s7UNmLJOTKv27cSwlkywZLI_Gsb2K2ancgxwpJ5i3AKn3v0W5jd31y9IItPP5Q3M/s2306/Traveller%20trousers%2004.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2306" data-original-width="1438" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvd_ETT1yQbit8xKYBWTCZA45zjgG9qRxW-2onjASw8ea_umN-hjamBRcqjT1U-1RraoIopwLdMe3JuZSS2HrKg4gLLSDuzis5X8Y2RM-oKO51xezsnRBGigsGtK6s7UNmLJOTKv27cSwlkywZLI_Gsb2K2ancgxwpJ5i3AKn3v0W5jd31y9IItPP5Q3M/w400-h640/Traveller%20trousers%2004.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><p style="text-align: left;">The pattern features unusual seaming and pockets.
There is a side insert that has two pockets, one at hip level and a
deeper one at the thigh. The inserts then curve to a point at mid-calf
where the front and back legs join. This pocket insert makes this at
least an intermediate make and I wouldn’t advise it for beginners. The
front has a fly and ties that are secured into the side seam of the
waistband and run through the waistband as a channel, popping out
through buttonholes.<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgccKMmhcUXXWl91zktMdQPBsI5XpiGDDpvu94i1XtC1-aEOaow_DmZ6JFbJvh2qosuQSIBNZ6R0pYnikSJDl2TrxenTWxn1wC7SjXkw1dTNjBvrrR6BEplKq9mMCFYV20cW-w68WQBFa1wB1XqPjOgWW86VCu8mDC4bjPD_RPQSRCXH8eVRHB_-AAaTOI/s2046/Traveller%20trousers%2006.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1944" data-original-width="2046" height="608" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgccKMmhcUXXWl91zktMdQPBsI5XpiGDDpvu94i1XtC1-aEOaow_DmZ6JFbJvh2qosuQSIBNZ6R0pYnikSJDl2TrxenTWxn1wC7SjXkw1dTNjBvrrR6BEplKq9mMCFYV20cW-w68WQBFa1wB1XqPjOgWW86VCu8mDC4bjPD_RPQSRCXH8eVRHB_-AAaTOI/w640-h608/Traveller%20trousers%2006.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p style="text-align: left;">It’s a very interesting design and was nice
to sew in this fabric. I’m still in two minds about it and I think I
should have graded to a smaller waist size. I ended up adding some
elastic into the back waist, which is less than ideal to accommodate my
sizing error. I do like the fit on the hip and legs though and this is a
great one for travelling - It’d definitely going in my holiday
suitcase. I just wish I’d taken a little more time to get the waistband
fit right - hey but you live and learn and I made it work.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbYapW736ZDMtsBKs9Xkh4C72whAAG97aFAplZfCB3GLkCSdESzjpMQSVUn0zrqaLqBmDKnZmmyNZPH5e3gOrn08VCuSEhWTRd5BQSU2fQ3YOBx6wVHMJQ4IEMjsDqYEsl1hVIdEw9Han6thIWEoAIjRw57tyu2M4uwwYVVjyOfcN2n61TZqnxsTnAdu8/s2424/Traveller%20trousers%2007.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1658" data-original-width="2424" height="438" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbYapW736ZDMtsBKs9Xkh4C72whAAG97aFAplZfCB3GLkCSdESzjpMQSVUn0zrqaLqBmDKnZmmyNZPH5e3gOrn08VCuSEhWTRd5BQSU2fQ3YOBx6wVHMJQ4IEMjsDqYEsl1hVIdEw9Han6thIWEoAIjRw57tyu2M4uwwYVVjyOfcN2n61TZqnxsTnAdu8/w640-h438/Traveller%20trousers%2007.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p style="text-align: left;"> </p>Claire Cooperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923437480914463238noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7882310565466082192.post-10170489436822398142023-09-17T17:20:00.007+01:002023-09-17T17:20:35.806+01:00Going Green<p style="text-align: center;"> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrRNNLYJju9UpaXg4uswhh8pjIhjNo1aXOBPKNn0_1DpBjKUJIXdAj3J2EjC8u0O76yhHizzQFIgIChPCIrdGCWDqqkY38iyKDBd2tCWeNev-E0m9E8bshi0k909_fZIKEMVg8taBW8-H1XTOtuSI570b1xDKYI4pPOer_E4bYv6DKGvQaVxzlNfMCbAE/s4032/Utility%20Kilt%2005.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrRNNLYJju9UpaXg4uswhh8pjIhjNo1aXOBPKNn0_1DpBjKUJIXdAj3J2EjC8u0O76yhHizzQFIgIChPCIrdGCWDqqkY38iyKDBd2tCWeNev-E0m9E8bshi0k909_fZIKEMVg8taBW8-H1XTOtuSI570b1xDKYI4pPOer_E4bYv6DKGvQaVxzlNfMCbAE/w480-h640/Utility%20Kilt%2005.jpg" width="480" /></a><br /></p><p>I have had a few projects in mind that required drill fabric. When
Minerva offered me the chance to review this cotton drill, I made those
projects a reality. First up was a utility kilt for my husband.<br /><br />Last
year he bought a bright blue one last year, thinking it was a little
darker than it was. Of course, when it arrived I studied the
construction and announced that I could make him one, and make it better
- TBH it was very crudely made! </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEUBDckh8MqH5kpwhyUw7_YFxAk0ewYx_1pGNRTWm7KbeUpHt0KMLUgepUYMgkIhdXfBSTjhVt1V3pRqsYV9YCKB6N7mgv4xdFqgHQmMXldZBjrGH09tJbL36ePX2hBsAIPCjRkTufiSsC-DCX1On20ftfp7xsrKCxZpMM2GSHKjE2TOjim-QPsmqQxP4/s4032/Utility%20Kilt%2007.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiEUBDckh8MqH5kpwhyUw7_YFxAk0ewYx_1pGNRTWm7KbeUpHt0KMLUgepUYMgkIhdXfBSTjhVt1V3pRqsYV9YCKB6N7mgv4xdFqgHQmMXldZBjrGH09tJbL36ePX2hBsAIPCjRkTufiSsC-DCX1On20ftfp7xsrKCxZpMM2GSHKjE2TOjim-QPsmqQxP4/w480-h640/Utility%20Kilt%2007.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><p>I asked him what he liked about
it and what he didn’t. He announced that although he liked the pockets,
the loosely attached one was annoying. So I went for a welt pocket on
the back and D rings added to the belt loops so an additional pocket/
bag could be added if required. He also asked for a slightly longer
length. </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrZIBQTIUYX87wwN7ERL1GajcpcQd7vGaQO4CuiGdA7gcn-HzFcsHOutSO2yTZov4jnIH-bqtr8g59YhQSLF39F43Iyde8Fn4McpD0P61ZeaABCfVt9xuq-SEWp9nzmOMPti5czWS4PXvVy9NvZJcWcnUrlxbeMk4ixo7TKiQgVlDVP5bCI2QKWSvSdPE/s4032/Utility%20Kilt%2006.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjrZIBQTIUYX87wwN7ERL1GajcpcQd7vGaQO4CuiGdA7gcn-HzFcsHOutSO2yTZov4jnIH-bqtr8g59YhQSLF39F43Iyde8Fn4McpD0P61ZeaABCfVt9xuq-SEWp9nzmOMPti5czWS4PXvVy9NvZJcWcnUrlxbeMk4ixo7TKiQgVlDVP5bCI2QKWSvSdPE/w480-h640/Utility%20Kilt%2006.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><p></p><p>The purchased one had all the pleats stitched down in
order to prevent them from falling out and this is wise in this type of
fabric. I used the basic measurement of the original one to guide my
making of the green drill one. This fabric is a little lighter than the
original and needed some interfacing in the waistband.</p><p>I started
with the centre back of the skirt. Each half was measured and the fabric
was cut to length following the grain. I halved the fabric on the cross
grain and used about 3m of length. This was less than I thought (look
out for my next make!). The pieces were joined to make a long 6m by 70cm
strip.<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCMhJ1q9FoHLvtIEefKInCjqVxMY3nmsu8oYxjmtE5SF-JtP-T4InBJc3RE2RY2BwQ1vOy83JnSKfv_wlF7JlAiqmE554uzXo4_plFUyIIVw-9gAK_FE6dFkYalCJrGfH4g_W81vJhw8D8cxES5nQ1-g8JSB9ODJXN11FKxGPcKe4EbkQIOfYXxe9dktw/s4032/Utility%20Kilt%2004.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCMhJ1q9FoHLvtIEefKInCjqVxMY3nmsu8oYxjmtE5SF-JtP-T4InBJc3RE2RY2BwQ1vOy83JnSKfv_wlF7JlAiqmE554uzXo4_plFUyIIVw-9gAK_FE6dFkYalCJrGfH4g_W81vJhw8D8cxES5nQ1-g8JSB9ODJXN11FKxGPcKe4EbkQIOfYXxe9dktw/w480-h640/Utility%20Kilt%2004.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><p>The hem was created first, using a double fold to encase
raw edges. This was then pinned into pleats, pressed down and stitched
in the front and reverse of the fabric. The original had some grading in
towards the waist, but as my hubby has narrower hips than the waist I
kept the skirt straight. The top 15cm of each pleat was stitched down to
create a yoke effect. </p><p>I then added a single welt pocket on the
back. Making this nice and deep as he has a habit of losing things from
them falling out of pockets! The apron pieces at the front were temporarily pinned to approximately the correct width while the waistband was made.<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWMyzYijffim3pCBBwd2cPj-URgzbs8rqYQ9ld_3bP5AK1xV8M_tT0bc5XxuYb2GMPsv5v1hMbVoxHSNdtbqABcogjss5FVlteRpDtFqTeyZyOwkjYXqAHhczEcWDE-MV533vCJxFKN7Na8xwxds5n6JJ7_q_cr48LDFQ-I5tNH4tes8SyTjDDf6cN46s/s4032/Utility%20Kilt%2003.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWMyzYijffim3pCBBwd2cPj-URgzbs8rqYQ9ld_3bP5AK1xV8M_tT0bc5XxuYb2GMPsv5v1hMbVoxHSNdtbqABcogjss5FVlteRpDtFqTeyZyOwkjYXqAHhczEcWDE-MV533vCJxFKN7Na8xwxds5n6JJ7_q_cr48LDFQ-I5tNH4tes8SyTjDDf6cN46s/w480-h640/Utility%20Kilt%2003.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><p>The
waistband included buckle straps at each end, Belt loops anchored in
the seam and a couple of button holes to thread the inner strap through
to allow it to be fastened on the outside. Once the length was checked
the inner waistband was added and it was top stitched in place. The belt
loops were secured and an additional strap was added to the top of the
skirt to enable the hip to be adjusted.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi55--S3eQZAwLUimr7q1Lu_AGQhWbfev8rKfXObswUxFIMS1tLffhZ3JwWVSCQuSWW5qX6keTpqvRh4F-NQi_TFayMPxteOyYhzvilePJT1WHTNeGHfqFV1qu8op6O1-lkZq2i0YhP9cKXo45fJ_xXUUsTn2O-vD-3RYNbm2a4C4UCK8mHuk6qHdv2iac/s4032/Utility%20Kilt%2002.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi55--S3eQZAwLUimr7q1Lu_AGQhWbfev8rKfXObswUxFIMS1tLffhZ3JwWVSCQuSWW5qX6keTpqvRh4F-NQi_TFayMPxteOyYhzvilePJT1WHTNeGHfqFV1qu8op6O1-lkZq2i0YhP9cKXo45fJ_xXUUsTn2O-vD-3RYNbm2a4C4UCK8mHuk6qHdv2iac/w480-h640/Utility%20Kilt%2002.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><p>The belt loops were added at the correct place and I used 5mm eyelets in the holes. </p><p>The
fabric is perfect for a lighter-weight utility kilt for the warmer
months. It was a joy to sew with as it pressed really well and kept its
shape - perfect for pleats. It also didn’t stretch out too much when
sewing and was beautifully stable.<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJFbdGTePm2WOHwVEqOXM27C4zy7oesIyQAa-ahSf7MAbF7BXuE2blKkXWoaHGtf0jj5rrIu9X5P50b23O5Q3WltEvmxeAaZotFR2tIhaUywqKVlG2yAEo5bf8rCGGXZvtohxpEkJUZX4zg9EFKigzLcf8BU49uwGHuw8wQ6_6SjYfam_YJ_lCI7Ue2Is/s4032/Utility%20Kilt%2001.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgJFbdGTePm2WOHwVEqOXM27C4zy7oesIyQAa-ahSf7MAbF7BXuE2blKkXWoaHGtf0jj5rrIu9X5P50b23O5Q3WltEvmxeAaZotFR2tIhaUywqKVlG2yAEo5bf8rCGGXZvtohxpEkJUZX4zg9EFKigzLcf8BU49uwGHuw8wQ6_6SjYfam_YJ_lCI7Ue2Is/w480-h640/Utility%20Kilt%2001.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><p>I just need to add the
removable pocket bag, but I’m still waiting for the hardware to arrive.
My hubby is loving rocking this and it will also go well with the
waistcoat I made him last year as part of his punk suit.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgj6y_mdNxUxQZU454WdRXEIBCNuDcHQtVPOL1Le6VTXkkl_cXE2lKjzuarqsrQPsuZciwCMFXl9FRh5cb2vs97IuWRzBnyctraoxFHbAzmRceAR_gDWGTNTdTTwxX70N8gkbDKl_nwmZWDecebvoVVeVtxzU9PevzKpmmuK5lLVm8lq0yve_iIe2TaYcE/s5472/Cargo%2008.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5472" data-original-width="3387" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgj6y_mdNxUxQZU454WdRXEIBCNuDcHQtVPOL1Le6VTXkkl_cXE2lKjzuarqsrQPsuZciwCMFXl9FRh5cb2vs97IuWRzBnyctraoxFHbAzmRceAR_gDWGTNTdTTwxX70N8gkbDKl_nwmZWDecebvoVVeVtxzU9PevzKpmmuK5lLVm8lq0yve_iIe2TaYcE/w396-h640/Cargo%2008.jpg" width="396" /></a></div><p>The second make from the bottle green cotton drill is a pair of cargo
trousers. I have been loving the cargo pants trend, but I was struggling
to find a pattern that suited my needs so I drafted my own.</p><p>I had just less than 2m of the fabric left after making the utility kilt. Perfect for a pair of trousers!</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjcfhNjYY_Tk-8gt3DUSkFH1jww763Sf6NGy1QZNL6xEFuEMnr_06LMjT9WSEInAnPq2saiAql1gJ-QaFIUR--RSj3h2oEBCit216KDpf40Muf15x6mWMx839wP5h64tBLQ6GP7-REYmZdYf-CoPWYBeRqcem1DbLgzSGPJ93U3atKesPmes0wUaIVW9c/s4610/Cargo%2007.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4610" data-original-width="2815" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjcfhNjYY_Tk-8gt3DUSkFH1jww763Sf6NGy1QZNL6xEFuEMnr_06LMjT9WSEInAnPq2saiAql1gJ-QaFIUR--RSj3h2oEBCit216KDpf40Muf15x6mWMx839wP5h64tBLQ6GP7-REYmZdYf-CoPWYBeRqcem1DbLgzSGPJ93U3atKesPmes0wUaIVW9c/w390-h640/Cargo%2007.jpg" width="390" /></a></div><p></p><p>Most
of the patterns I had seen for cargo trousers were fitted waistbands
and wide legs. While I love that aesthetic I wanted something more
casual. My aim was to create a relaxed fit with a slight balloon shape
and be ankle grazing. I wanted pockets and an elastic waist with a
drawcord. </p><p>When the cotton drill first arrived I thought it might
be a little too stiff, but once it was washed it softened up really
well, while still keeping a crisp pressed edge, which made these a dream
to sew.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdd2w2SoVK-6ppKMB2-tcUcwu61ScvB97kfs35hTBY7cv14gKGeoNpRPlBqovXJeGq-mxPzmCe1KFGJZ_6hvaAdhc-lQ0awi4nQMwOQ-7lzpY2t0N4tJxFqwEy9z172-6-AjJdnBBNWxGCJwLTSgzfcL2cqUK7TwBBjVc79caqVAt2ARpS7Koas8FNfJ0/s4893/Cargo%2006.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4893" data-original-width="3425" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdd2w2SoVK-6ppKMB2-tcUcwu61ScvB97kfs35hTBY7cv14gKGeoNpRPlBqovXJeGq-mxPzmCe1KFGJZ_6hvaAdhc-lQ0awi4nQMwOQ-7lzpY2t0N4tJxFqwEy9z172-6-AjJdnBBNWxGCJwLTSgzfcL2cqUK7TwBBjVc79caqVAt2ARpS7Koas8FNfJ0/w448-h640/Cargo%2006.jpg" width="448" /></a></div><p></p><p>I had never drafted and sewn up a pattern without
checking it and doing at least 3 toiles. However, I was confident that
my drafting was good I decided to take a risk and go for it!<br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglpzV6IpWCjLjgjwhq7L_q6jeBkLcdcoNlyt7jiHfqZ4UFUTQE6dCdXP669uO9DkWs6K9ZwWTkRCD-fK9RSCWnY9l1C2KdZFNdQUTKWj87ZK1vSfRRH-E0o_4cH92vaBboVxBr0qyzcnOI4uk83jM7umdJy5WUJwzJLHVj9CZaTD0J4bxGBjhxDfgHPEE/s5123/Cargo%2005.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5123" data-original-width="3574" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEglpzV6IpWCjLjgjwhq7L_q6jeBkLcdcoNlyt7jiHfqZ4UFUTQE6dCdXP669uO9DkWs6K9ZwWTkRCD-fK9RSCWnY9l1C2KdZFNdQUTKWj87ZK1vSfRRH-E0o_4cH92vaBboVxBr0qyzcnOI4uk83jM7umdJy5WUJwzJLHVj9CZaTD0J4bxGBjhxDfgHPEE/w446-h640/Cargo%2005.jpg" width="446" /></a></div><br />I
used Metric Pattern Cutting for Womenswear by Winifred Aldrich. I
drafted the easy-fitting trousers and used my measurements, rather than
relying on the standard sizes. These are trousers designed to be made
into baggy pants or dungarees. <br /><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMXfaSynofQcxsahhoHXZIhLm5ow2Hpm9qByHlu6gmEtqABWW3bIFPydbpXy9SjDFjkdhAO29bMGGsCpdEVHMcz_ZtHmHbn5_oJV9zHq2xO3CTm_oqWAThHsDokZV9DoaTe5cA9IJcWTDcNzWJfQ-CRorwZFjqda7Gosx9IUL6dRJSnZq15DsIevTAQCY/s5472/Cargo%2004.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3648" data-original-width="5472" height="426" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMXfaSynofQcxsahhoHXZIhLm5ow2Hpm9qByHlu6gmEtqABWW3bIFPydbpXy9SjDFjkdhAO29bMGGsCpdEVHMcz_ZtHmHbn5_oJV9zHq2xO3CTm_oqWAThHsDokZV9DoaTe5cA9IJcWTDcNzWJfQ-CRorwZFjqda7Gosx9IUL6dRJSnZq15DsIevTAQCY/w640-h426/Cargo%2004.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p>Once I had the draft I traced the
block, lowering the waist by 4cm and shortening the length to be at the
high ankle. I added a slight balloon length to the side seams and
tapered the ankle by a couple of centimetres. I then measured the waist
seam before cutting a waistband. Here I nearly made an error. As I’m not
a standard size - my hips are much bigger than my waist - I realised
that the waist was not quite big enough for my hips. Not an issue if you
are adding a zip but a big issue if the trousers are pulled on. I
widened the waist seam by 1cm both front and back with equated to a 4cm
increase, which was enough to get these over my butt.<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQTj1PV-HXacsu22mSJaQGg55lW1z-gjS7BLOICSVpKem36MUN-edhoEmDAYEnabZyZs-sHmsS7VfO8-O6DObLOsVPurRC3MoouZdMHk7rR9khYzR5fXZGZNSCGwKRtpeq0IPM4Lh7aHbL0meJsl_gMSagWhmZeNbAZkARGUrLeA1U9yXMxkapo6GuYaQ/s5472/Cargo%2003.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5472" data-original-width="3648" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQTj1PV-HXacsu22mSJaQGg55lW1z-gjS7BLOICSVpKem36MUN-edhoEmDAYEnabZyZs-sHmsS7VfO8-O6DObLOsVPurRC3MoouZdMHk7rR9khYzR5fXZGZNSCGwKRtpeq0IPM4Lh7aHbL0meJsl_gMSagWhmZeNbAZkARGUrLeA1U9yXMxkapo6GuYaQ/w426-h640/Cargo%2003.jpg" width="426" /></a></div><p>I walked
the seams and trued all the measurements, constructed slanted hip
pockets and drafted a back patch pocket and an inverted pleat pocket and
flap.<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlFsPmc2JOimt_1qkzYT4Ts6uFgEkBekvqXBayRgxzKRQsQHk_MfIPvkWkmdRfCbL3lCYugfTei1dJUHapxl6XzVXOhpOt9GX40_sVQbqHbU4JMm_0h4OwT9vSs-qLUZYvVwgp0qSNis8_zLOKCkTeASjvdo4VI8-CkgASJYk1GgfZrFyRtSTM55J-XmM/s5472/Cargo%2002.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5472" data-original-width="3648" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlFsPmc2JOimt_1qkzYT4Ts6uFgEkBekvqXBayRgxzKRQsQHk_MfIPvkWkmdRfCbL3lCYugfTei1dJUHapxl6XzVXOhpOt9GX40_sVQbqHbU4JMm_0h4OwT9vSs-qLUZYvVwgp0qSNis8_zLOKCkTeASjvdo4VI8-CkgASJYk1GgfZrFyRtSTM55J-XmM/w426-h640/Cargo%2002.jpg" width="426" /></a></div><p>I interfaced the pocket flap and buttonholes with some
lightweight interfacing. The fabric didn’t need anything in the waist
due to it being elasticated. The wide elastic was stitched in place to
stop it twisting in the casing and a cord threaded through the
buttonholes. <br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiowtrhgRNKn4BtIuWem0ynbDXHcod4dqAQWbkaixc7n3nmfXmBpZxt1t_d1ZGpQwo7Ks_rj1_2_PQ7qEeozWSrZ_p0qxQK1Vvz3KGxdCaXcKz5lbWGU5hrPFuRxJHI_o0v78qDh31WflCh92uaxHUTXccKrMwBHlTR0JiKTBzSRT9Mqu4FL4swI8qIrww/s5472/Cargo%2001.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="5472" data-original-width="3648" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiowtrhgRNKn4BtIuWem0ynbDXHcod4dqAQWbkaixc7n3nmfXmBpZxt1t_d1ZGpQwo7Ks_rj1_2_PQ7qEeozWSrZ_p0qxQK1Vvz3KGxdCaXcKz5lbWGU5hrPFuRxJHI_o0v78qDh31WflCh92uaxHUTXccKrMwBHlTR0JiKTBzSRT9Mqu4FL4swI8qIrww/w426-h640/Cargo%2001.jpg" width="426" /></a></div><p>I was actually pleasantly surprised with these. I
expected there to be several issues that would need to be sorted, but
they are pretty much as I intended. I haven't drafted anything in ages. I
think I might try it again soon. Meanwhile, I have a cool pair of cargo
trousers that has taken me through cooler summer days and into the
autumn.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYjW3-2PrtIeQqe34eWnjZmbXuz5a4jm5QI4136dl7P4yLTFGahMgU1cM0Y-pxGOGFB0AcfkSJ0E9XvpiwlaQs3r7TDTyBb_ZU2AKdISQR_TXc3HAwEFcDxSkCI5PmG92_1rKKOshFDW6FVXdWcA5bgyxJZVylFscU6-SFA6u3hgJWykI70OKL-YXnG3o/s4297/Cargo%2000.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4297" data-original-width="2408" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgYjW3-2PrtIeQqe34eWnjZmbXuz5a4jm5QI4136dl7P4yLTFGahMgU1cM0Y-pxGOGFB0AcfkSJ0E9XvpiwlaQs3r7TDTyBb_ZU2AKdISQR_TXc3HAwEFcDxSkCI5PmG92_1rKKOshFDW6FVXdWcA5bgyxJZVylFscU6-SFA6u3hgJWykI70OKL-YXnG3o/w358-h640/Cargo%2000.jpg" width="358" /></a></div><p> </p><p> </p><p> </p>Claire Cooperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923437480914463238noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7882310565466082192.post-18295574333732004752023-04-21T17:31:00.001+01:002023-04-21T17:31:00.210+01:00Purple Haze<p><br /><br /><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg74qBcpyVzhhwUAddA9r46wbbXsQiWY_6aokuvLU8Q7hCwko_cT8HCCROgC-RUMqv3xULMaU3mlrATVeFEGnZiiPmyeYuPVmUGsPUqyHYrhKHnu6bTQue4ovbGkk0RHyZB6xmgPnAOVgbNVvYMADNT0wVfXt2b56YZuyblm_Jht8JGBe7nYVFtt7Yz/s2854/velvet%2003.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2854" data-original-width="1928" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg74qBcpyVzhhwUAddA9r46wbbXsQiWY_6aokuvLU8Q7hCwko_cT8HCCROgC-RUMqv3xULMaU3mlrATVeFEGnZiiPmyeYuPVmUGsPUqyHYrhKHnu6bTQue4ovbGkk0RHyZB6xmgPnAOVgbNVvYMADNT0wVfXt2b56YZuyblm_Jht8JGBe7nYVFtt7Yz/w432-h640/velvet%2003.jpg" width="432" /></a></div><br />I have had it in mind to make a velvet suit for years and when I saw
this purple cotton velvet I knew it would be a perfect choice. The only
question was what style to go for. I considered a biker style jacket,
puff sleeve jacket but then settled on this more fitted style with a
curved front hem and patch pockets. You'll notice that there are not any
pockets on this - that’s because I didn’t like the look of them when I
pinned them on and decided to leave them off.<p></p><p><br />I had initially
planned to make wide trousers, but as this fabric is relatively narrow,
that would have meant a lot more length was needed and you do tend to
end up with a lot of waste fabric in these situations. So I opted for
slim-leg trousers, but not too fitted as this fabric has no stretch.</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpVLPP9oDpKO3pxn52rpaWnk72oGvj0RH1SzOQvaUbGqqaFhXjWuJpViWxANy488klnW-4q7x8JS65SGBdzOgCvwe47KuckFnBRDZ_6TKlRrjzd_kX8TTgUv4A42kGN47giZlVRjjG169dCrHhwkbjuSEk-CA9aStyBFyACRBMU3qM5epAIv6dPXPC/s3088/velvet%2002.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="1770" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpVLPP9oDpKO3pxn52rpaWnk72oGvj0RH1SzOQvaUbGqqaFhXjWuJpViWxANy488klnW-4q7x8JS65SGBdzOgCvwe47KuckFnBRDZ_6TKlRrjzd_kX8TTgUv4A42kGN47giZlVRjjG169dCrHhwkbjuSEk-CA9aStyBFyACRBMU3qM5epAIv6dPXPC/w366-h640/velvet%2002.jpg" width="366" /></a></div><p></p><p>The
fabric is glorious but quite delicate. As it is cotton velvet, it can
be very easy to fray on the edges along the selvedge edge. It’s also
worth overlocking it before prewashing to prevent any unnecessary
fraying of the cut edge. It does wash beautifully and presses well. I
recommend using a towel against the pile side of the fabric to prevent
it becoming flattened during pressing. I also used a press cloth on the
reverse.<br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZ9ProEoiyaXGVD2MN21vNknAyZMnAeKn6LJKgCYTfqX-Rgq6EjD3C1jJQrNeY07cKTdlrEl5BY4AD_UMdpXqXdqCUt1yEnWdFbT3_L4EVRsWGOQsA_pWGqiEJqnddHQUoxP3t2Oc5Ihjd7uM4JXM291CMPPG0b1BWY0DrRzH-TN9fpW0VmMzvb5sp/s3088/velvet%2001.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="1682" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZ9ProEoiyaXGVD2MN21vNknAyZMnAeKn6LJKgCYTfqX-Rgq6EjD3C1jJQrNeY07cKTdlrEl5BY4AD_UMdpXqXdqCUt1yEnWdFbT3_L4EVRsWGOQsA_pWGqiEJqnddHQUoxP3t2Oc5Ihjd7uM4JXM291CMPPG0b1BWY0DrRzH-TN9fpW0VmMzvb5sp/w348-h640/velvet%2001.jpg" width="348" /></a></div><br />It is super important to cut all pattern pieces in the
same direction so that the ‘nap’ or pile of the fabric lays the same
way, as it can appear to be a slightly different tone otherwise. This
will require more fabric. For this project, I cut all the pieces in a
single layer. It takes longer, but it stops the fabric shifting and
allows you to make the best use of pattern placement to avoid wastage.
The Jacket and trousers used a total of 4.5m of this fabric and I had a
square of about 30cm square left.<br /><br />Both of the patterns I used
were from my stash of Burdastyle Magazines. I haven’t made either before
and didn’t make a toile before sewing up. I usually sew a size 38 in
Burda and sometimes grade to a 40 at the hip. For this make I made a
straight size 38 for the jacket and a size 40 for the trousers, grading
to 38 and the waist - I didn’t make any other changes to the pattern.<p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgH5rZBDKVGN63SY5JCo2xfvagPnfhbnDe2oo9FrGqV8EfP2ZHiEMQcU96CdTWlWPJgoTzmIrzeA8XZENnmuKnSLO6BXR6OM7dKxv5r-pK3jC4JNI-Micf6fG3QFoIf0HPgDc0p6HSKQCuDpPLI8-9bnRz4jmtvr0NcalPNA0I0Pm8xL9iUx0EypEYW/s3088/velvet%2004.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2320" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgH5rZBDKVGN63SY5JCo2xfvagPnfhbnDe2oo9FrGqV8EfP2ZHiEMQcU96CdTWlWPJgoTzmIrzeA8XZENnmuKnSLO6BXR6OM7dKxv5r-pK3jC4JNI-Micf6fG3QFoIf0HPgDc0p6HSKQCuDpPLI8-9bnRz4jmtvr0NcalPNA0I0Pm8xL9iUx0EypEYW/w480-h640/velvet%2004.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br />I
think I could have sized down the body of the jacket as it does feel
quite big across the bust. I did use some structural elements to support
the fabric and improve the fit. The front of the jacket and the upper
back is interfaced with a traditional hair canvas and the seems are
catch stitched down to create a secure flat seam. An additional layer of
batting is added to the upper chest and I used layers of batting from
my stash to construct the shoulder pads. This allowed me to tailor the
height exactly to what I needed.<p></p><p><br />I used traditional pad
stitching to help shape the collar and lapel. This technique doesn’t
work quite as well on this fabric as it does on wool, but it does help. I
decided to use bound buttonholes and instantly regretted it. On this
fabric, bigger buttonholes would work better in this technique, but the
style of the jacket wouldn’t support it. I also felt they were too far
from the edge. However, these are small points. The jacket is fully
lined with pale pink satin, which I like with the purple velvet. I had
enough left from a previous project but had to piece a couple of
sections. The instructions for lining the jacket were rather clunky and
I’m still not 100% convinced I like the double back vents. I’m going to
let these simmer for a bit and decide if I like them or not. I can
always sew them closed if I decide they are not for me.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioGJBZkSEdSw-FrgwtzmOF3ViByOwRSI9juu1zJ6ouwh0WJb-2kqoslGlEOrF6xCmpChMKD0DcopCDjU3YVKW3hrlp1-pCKHWb5E4tfqdLCfbtJ0VD0xFBwk0_sdP2MJfDrgLQJ7qnTXCJCEAlIrl0RlsHKjeJ4JCDgNADIHiFQdfy0lSPMX5LKqf7/s3088/velvet%2005.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2320" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEioGJBZkSEdSw-FrgwtzmOF3ViByOwRSI9juu1zJ6ouwh0WJb-2kqoslGlEOrF6xCmpChMKD0DcopCDjU3YVKW3hrlp1-pCKHWb5E4tfqdLCfbtJ0VD0xFBwk0_sdP2MJfDrgLQJ7qnTXCJCEAlIrl0RlsHKjeJ4JCDgNADIHiFQdfy0lSPMX5LKqf7/w480-h640/velvet%2005.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br />Due to
the amount of hand stitching the jacket has taken ages, and family
issues have also impacted life recently, so It was a relief when the
trousers came together in just a few hours of sewing. In my rush to get
them finished, I didn’t really do any fitting and mock-up. Instead, I
sewed the side seams with a long basting stitch to allow me to check the
fit. I was happy with the outcome. I know they could be more fitted,
but I need to be able to sit, walk and bend in them, so I actually like
how they have turned out. I didn’t follow any instructions for
constructing these as the construction of trousers is pretty
straightforward once you’ve made a few pairs! I did make sure the pocket
bags were secured in the centre front seam as I can’t stand flappy
pockets!!! I used the last of the pink satin for this.<p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoRzKUVSes8Vz9EJGL_gev1WnuZx-t50So9zHWLDWbkAD6gWPY8IWM1VR1qwOLrWf04CwoC-J-enMyLQfX9cuQcESOB9x-3U3yA28ijsEeSdOuQ45sXPJHPWt-bZwrNazcXiCuh3jaLZc9k1_H0f7gnNd-4T_kGW21IGNX4g9nvL-QglMMLfLOjxfe/s3088/velvet%2006.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="1965" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjoRzKUVSes8Vz9EJGL_gev1WnuZx-t50So9zHWLDWbkAD6gWPY8IWM1VR1qwOLrWf04CwoC-J-enMyLQfX9cuQcESOB9x-3U3yA28ijsEeSdOuQ45sXPJHPWt-bZwrNazcXiCuh3jaLZc9k1_H0f7gnNd-4T_kGW21IGNX4g9nvL-QglMMLfLOjxfe/w408-h640/velvet%2006.jpg" width="408" /></a></div><br />The
waistband is interfaced with a firm iron-on interfacing and the inside
is hand stitched as top stitching on this fabric can be rather
distracting.<br />Overall I’m pleased with how these turned out. I
think as a suit it might get an airing next winter in the run-up to
Christmas, but as separates, this will be a lot more versatile. I
already have outfits planned for the jacket!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEho_--skyfdCeT_S2Lfa79zPE_OpfelWnzeEBPS_6azjDKRBVqMx6YtVGcSnL8dr--8N3Kc5WTzXOzymjmRAinsaHAv7QYCF6bJVwGnnMBF5_tv_o2cTTzUwqbfSWkVN-wLIA61fi5FaKghHK2Qexeej8a-2tsRYqZcyKYBBripMBEvvEH6TX8tyGwM/s1966/velvet%2000.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1966" data-original-width="1966" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEho_--skyfdCeT_S2Lfa79zPE_OpfelWnzeEBPS_6azjDKRBVqMx6YtVGcSnL8dr--8N3Kc5WTzXOzymjmRAinsaHAv7QYCF6bJVwGnnMBF5_tv_o2cTTzUwqbfSWkVN-wLIA61fi5FaKghHK2Qexeej8a-2tsRYqZcyKYBBripMBEvvEH6TX8tyGwM/w640-h640/velvet%2000.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><p><br />I had to wait until a bright day, as this fabric is almost as difficult as black to photograph!</p>Claire Cooperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923437480914463238noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7882310565466082192.post-24788979383181281572023-04-14T17:31:00.001+01:002023-04-14T17:31:00.204+01:00Red Jeans<p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRJQyIOWPKWb1WCct0p-teSkV_ZFfnTUiBWSJKCoIRarfboZkHEdyg5uGNUYD2k6pY9GHRDjJ4dZb64IpuixT6NzKVccFTLLr4yNXcTdcB70uz2HlT0N_wzniAtQJHW5bteS-oJshaBDsFRD4uml_Iq-8kZCO76GKemnvYeJls2VdM8Kdu3PQOUH1e/s3445/red%20jeans%2002.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3445" data-original-width="2255" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRJQyIOWPKWb1WCct0p-teSkV_ZFfnTUiBWSJKCoIRarfboZkHEdyg5uGNUYD2k6pY9GHRDjJ4dZb64IpuixT6NzKVccFTLLr4yNXcTdcB70uz2HlT0N_wzniAtQJHW5bteS-oJshaBDsFRD4uml_Iq-8kZCO76GKemnvYeJls2VdM8Kdu3PQOUH1e/w418-h640/red%20jeans%2002.jpg" width="418" /></a></div><br />Forever I have wanted red jeans. These were not the jeans I imagined when I ordered this fabric but I still love them!!!!!<br />I
am a roller skater and as such clothing that has some stretch and is really close fitting is ideal for my sport. It means I can pop my
protective gear over the top and not have fabric bunching up underneath
knee pads and crash shorts. I had fully imagined this fabric being a
pair of slim-fitting Ginger jeans. However, I made an error in not
checking the stretch percentage of this fabric. I knew this denim was a
stretch fabric, but it did not have enough stretch for the ginger jeans
pattern, so I ended up having a rethink. In my mind, I was aiming to
create some wide-leg cargo-style jeans, but I couldn’t decide on the
style of patch pockets to use and just ended up making wide-legged jeans
- LONG ones.<p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxzRhHl8sN5LlRPEkGjkCqARTiQPpWpXwCYXs0kDiQJqxIxN51v5f75xiUdqbEt61zWfUdIB47md6SC7bgL2UdRke4I72WCwNxsNOhVGNIjcsV33YfKZKC3sqgSC9-60WHKVB9-Xzrpr1FUS4YhjRLQgfcMuhAO8sVbjAoXOAQxXVehqWPYpPunSBB/s4032/red%20jeans%2007.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxzRhHl8sN5LlRPEkGjkCqARTiQPpWpXwCYXs0kDiQJqxIxN51v5f75xiUdqbEt61zWfUdIB47md6SC7bgL2UdRke4I72WCwNxsNOhVGNIjcsV33YfKZKC3sqgSC9-60WHKVB9-Xzrpr1FUS4YhjRLQgfcMuhAO8sVbjAoXOAQxXVehqWPYpPunSBB/w480-h640/red%20jeans%2007.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br />I often wear my jeans with my platform Doc Marten
boots and they can feel a little short, so for this make, I went for
super long trousers. I had ordered 2m of the denim as that is what I’d
have needed for the Ginger jeans, but I very quickly realised that I was
going to struggle to get wide, long trousers out of 2m, I had to employ
a bit of creative thinking.<p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJwpnwzXpXhqFbvhuVGJx9A7f4pLvZh7Y0wdMoqmPqx1MU-0znHXHwFiDk4X2WW_WWPdZ_rVoOCLUAMSHKc3cIAodgqxg6bjzCxLBm6N5RMF1NAffxxq18zJr3wxZ7nVeS4zh3YkLwgRLjdCpmaLKqzuGFD_ful_IPYxKH8MfQs6gfoux0tWO4fqCU/s4032/red%20jeans%2005.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJwpnwzXpXhqFbvhuVGJx9A7f4pLvZh7Y0wdMoqmPqx1MU-0znHXHwFiDk4X2WW_WWPdZ_rVoOCLUAMSHKc3cIAodgqxg6bjzCxLBm6N5RMF1NAffxxq18zJr3wxZ7nVeS4zh3YkLwgRLjdCpmaLKqzuGFD_ful_IPYxKH8MfQs6gfoux0tWO4fqCU/w480-h640/red%20jeans%2005.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><p></p><p>The pattern I had decided to use was
the same culotte pattern I used for my last make - it was to hand and I
knew it fit and I could just lengthen the pieces. However, I just
couldn’t get the pattern pieces to fit side by side on the fabric as it
was not quite wide enough and the length I had was too short to place
them in a staggered manner, also I find this leaves you with a lot of
leftover fabric! I decided that I could afford to narrow the pieces and
folded out 1cm on all the leg pieces - losing a total of 4 cm width. I
figured that as the fabric had some stretch, and 1.5cm seam allowances I
could make this work and adjust the seams if necessary. I was right up
to the selvedge edge on some pieces, but these are mostly hidden in the
seams of by topstitching. After a lot of head scratching, pattern tetris
and careful cutting out I had my pattern pieces all sorted. The jeans
came together quickly and I used some cotton poplin for the pocket bags.
I even had just enough fabric left to create two back pockets. As I
often do when sewing jeans I set up both of my machines so that I can
have the top stitching thread on my Bernina and construct the garment on
my Pfaff. I find it saves time in the long run.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlwnF7qhn7wuA1XsSVvSD1o6cD25RTBHfHgqeMVi2MDSqeti6EZud3mGrTLbq809PlYwgHWnbjnY8Wef5sFb1fDwuNQRCS---t2_j41yqWxWRyJiYQgijHYPlhlDt-LIGubzEyV7zSZdJ9lpXKJE7mHQFAAXwMhvzMb3f-JKRyErq-jtyt0T_I1gam/s3131/red%20jeans%2004.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3131" data-original-width="2462" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlwnF7qhn7wuA1XsSVvSD1o6cD25RTBHfHgqeMVi2MDSqeti6EZud3mGrTLbq809PlYwgHWnbjnY8Wef5sFb1fDwuNQRCS---t2_j41yqWxWRyJiYQgijHYPlhlDt-LIGubzEyV7zSZdJ9lpXKJE7mHQFAAXwMhvzMb3f-JKRyErq-jtyt0T_I1gam/w504-h640/red%20jeans%2004.jpg" width="504" /></a></div><p></p><p>I am actually
very pleased with how these have turned out, despite it being a
different make to the one I planned. However at the moment, I do feel I
am dressing like a small child in all the primary colours as I’ve worn
them with my cropped blue hoodie. They are quite lightweight and I think
as the weather warms I might end up wearing these a little more during
the summer.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjK3chJgwslTbODkfMem750okChbKV21ivLNglllem0nkbygoFgqR6Y333UVB0AZzKa6H44yWtfHXtoHw8whTIwHiV1UFLmANrnqdA_yZpYHThkE_2KKnQFGhcpSUJ8fTeRQSI-WDgUzuMhP6RxpDiSi6WReAC1fFsYlrQKUu7J0OD24W4NKpy_JMXz/s4032/red%20jeans%2003.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjK3chJgwslTbODkfMem750okChbKV21ivLNglllem0nkbygoFgqR6Y333UVB0AZzKa6H44yWtfHXtoHw8whTIwHiV1UFLmANrnqdA_yZpYHThkE_2KKnQFGhcpSUJ8fTeRQSI-WDgUzuMhP6RxpDiSi6WReAC1fFsYlrQKUu7J0OD24W4NKpy_JMXz/w480-h640/red%20jeans%2003.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><p></p>Claire Cooperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923437480914463238noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7882310565466082192.post-30148478808735214832023-04-07T17:33:00.001+01:002023-04-07T17:33:00.192+01:00Dancing lights<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRjK8rHm3zTghCiWKQFOlE4gJnaDrGSegPLD-5rBzExnQZ3XHDAtMSAHJ95VxWBEXZqxpDQiOptCUI1O1HorLrMECIGdAt4ffyci1xE6O7E01tvcl4fBnjZi6XzuMFd5BLlwyTbf3AxSwpLtyOAxWMes7oRyD5_jClYcJiDGGrpV9GwXRAT0qm0qa-/s3239/DL1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3239" data-original-width="2111" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRjK8rHm3zTghCiWKQFOlE4gJnaDrGSegPLD-5rBzExnQZ3XHDAtMSAHJ95VxWBEXZqxpDQiOptCUI1O1HorLrMECIGdAt4ffyci1xE6O7E01tvcl4fBnjZi6XzuMFd5BLlwyTbf3AxSwpLtyOAxWMes7oRyD5_jClYcJiDGGrpV9GwXRAT0qm0qa-/w418-h640/DL1.jpg" width="418" /></a></div> <p></p><p>I made this just before Christmas for Minerva Brand Ambassadors. The fabric
is the new Minerva range Dancing Lights Loop back french terry. I love
this print and that It’s bright and colourful without it being too in
your face!<br />What with the cost of living crisis here in the UK and the
freezing temperatures we've been having, I knew that this would have to
be a long sleeve top to keep me warm over the winter months. I needed
something to layer up and provide a good layer over the winter.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcaOLnYnmq_zEc2F3-CvElaXZPnsQBexkpn-QIWRuXdwLZGEKQC1LJL2IsM4KqzW-kjAUmyRF257gOxid-zdUjsAU8RhaFPl2P4AAcX7QOzyHvRDYcSv--rzk6J7ydvcNEDvNNyrIAoVgRfIdeWVfUY8romklg4UU0HO5zxn2Dzi6f9ZhEZmL1mMjn/s4032/DL2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcaOLnYnmq_zEc2F3-CvElaXZPnsQBexkpn-QIWRuXdwLZGEKQC1LJL2IsM4KqzW-kjAUmyRF257gOxid-zdUjsAU8RhaFPl2P4AAcX7QOzyHvRDYcSv--rzk6J7ydvcNEDvNNyrIAoVgRfIdeWVfUY8romklg4UU0HO5zxn2Dzi6f9ZhEZmL1mMjn/w480-h640/DL2.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br />I
love a good roll-neck top and have had the Monroe Turtleneck pattern
from Tessuti in my stash for a while. I’ve never sewn this up before and
wasn’t sure what it would turn out like. But safe to say since
finishing it a week ago It has been worn and washed multiple times.<p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJU2wxA1GuYZjXOUEkfmdhhfGR9PEAw3thDtOa5r6hhP9L-2esb2FegGETZvGV5JPcVbpUDNu2be-1ykzHMONCJFntG2wMX49hHahU_Fq-kYyBqdY61nE99F6ZIIN7nsMZ9R5NkLekndzuzjNkgSLiPPpKCzKMEf50_uEEeqKTyHQaE0e0IJHD6ixP/s2974/DL3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2974" data-original-width="1628" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhJU2wxA1GuYZjXOUEkfmdhhfGR9PEAw3thDtOa5r6hhP9L-2esb2FegGETZvGV5JPcVbpUDNu2be-1ykzHMONCJFntG2wMX49hHahU_Fq-kYyBqdY61nE99F6ZIIN7nsMZ9R5NkLekndzuzjNkgSLiPPpKCzKMEf50_uEEeqKTyHQaE0e0IJHD6ixP/w350-h640/DL3.jpg" width="350" /></a></div><br />This
fabric is perfect for a top like this. I didn’t find it quite as
stretchy as I thought it would be but as this top is quite boxy it was
not an issue. The fabric is soft and cosy but hasn’t stretched out much
when sewing. It washes and wears beautifully and is a dream to sew. I
found the edges didn’t curl much, which can be an issue with this type
of fabric and it was easy to keep the edges aligned. I constructed this
with a narrow zigzag stitch and overlocked seams. I used a stretch
needle. The hems were simply turned and zigzagged down.<p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_Fkfx6OfVNq2sNw_0k-xSDmkIIPht6XSY1jtYzWKLacxG7J5TCrqcQVxfhy1o5P1uGBMBiLZ8TFh5TP7sNkApcMmpnTrOnAraPaEWXaNvMAzp2ecX6ICBaH7NUVRETPhHnfEfA3GoMYwQbfreqsb0VSbm0mmyFmrbguEoBFg8Q93ZH76XVef48z62/s3404/DL4.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3404" data-original-width="1933" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_Fkfx6OfVNq2sNw_0k-xSDmkIIPht6XSY1jtYzWKLacxG7J5TCrqcQVxfhy1o5P1uGBMBiLZ8TFh5TP7sNkApcMmpnTrOnAraPaEWXaNvMAzp2ecX6ICBaH7NUVRETPhHnfEfA3GoMYwQbfreqsb0VSbm0mmyFmrbguEoBFg8Q93ZH76XVef48z62/w364-h640/DL4.jpg" width="364" /></a></div><br />This is a
pretty quick make. The top consists of a front, back, sleeves and
collar and due to the boxy design is a very simple sew - suitable for
beginners. The top comes in 3 sizes and this is the smallest. The neck
is quite tight to pull on over my head - and I have a small head!
However, once it’s on it is very comfortable. I also really like the
narrow sleeves. These make it easy to layer up and as a skater, I know
that I can get my protective gear over the top. I think if I made it
again I’d make it a bit longer. It’s OK tucked in my high-waisted jeans,
but not so good with lower-cut ones. <p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifo7nYh6x8cTPkTqFqyTh2QofxOjHDBkWAK89ydh0clVOX_yo7DiKVxIMKmDAso5t7--ugzZguJ7t4Qjvaz-N5uIa1c9jC6sChcpDBYqHWM2srJbgxpE5i7Eb8aApV3FdeJFiEQn4uuE4qo2jt9ZCUE0mL9VcNF3K2tmWPfZr77ofhFIPsu4LaD90N/s4032/DL5.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifo7nYh6x8cTPkTqFqyTh2QofxOjHDBkWAK89ydh0clVOX_yo7DiKVxIMKmDAso5t7--ugzZguJ7t4Qjvaz-N5uIa1c9jC6sChcpDBYqHWM2srJbgxpE5i7Eb8aApV3FdeJFiEQn4uuE4qo2jt9ZCUE0mL9VcNF3K2tmWPfZr77ofhFIPsu4LaD90N/w480-h640/DL5.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br />I have already styled this
with different looks. As in the photos with my recycled denim culottes,
with my black skinny Ginger Jeans and underneath my TAL apron dress. It
would look fantastic under a pair of dungarees.<p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9MqfS63asVkL4Vjcvd-3L5-Vmcnaorvvxl_GMoPF07aON5C48mNoogAhdRFCKNGrReKs1OrSDJIwMMbfjmqt6rZEngBMzmUlUnN03U_R-1rVVNJ-eIf8wRIk-dt47_i479UFL7fws138k1k_bp6FvoG83CG_0PpTbZ5ss3OXncDpH-HrPRk9opdar/s4032/DL6.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9MqfS63asVkL4Vjcvd-3L5-Vmcnaorvvxl_GMoPF07aON5C48mNoogAhdRFCKNGrReKs1OrSDJIwMMbfjmqt6rZEngBMzmUlUnN03U_R-1rVVNJ-eIf8wRIk-dt47_i479UFL7fws138k1k_bp6FvoG83CG_0PpTbZ5ss3OXncDpH-HrPRk9opdar/w480-h640/DL6.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br />I think this might just be a winter/ spring staple. I might even make some more!<p></p><p><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /> </p>Claire Cooperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923437480914463238noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7882310565466082192.post-56866692414523164952023-03-31T17:41:00.001+01:002023-03-31T17:41:00.192+01:00Screen printed shirt<p><br /><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtlD2hjsZxVeewUFU6O2AXVWgWkrh7Yq5xXI1FKNX-WDZD3PYhb4YLzV1P3twA4DGHKOD_bu2Qu4P7zwtOeeEDfWzFNtqFJRWpVNUxrRZjJKZcp97HGju-yLER7TRg3SEoUaQkoK1S0RfQfCJh9YTPyvcr9d96muLiYX2WVk6E633OipCWs3xU_VNw/s4032/Shirt%2003.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="2761" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtlD2hjsZxVeewUFU6O2AXVWgWkrh7Yq5xXI1FKNX-WDZD3PYhb4YLzV1P3twA4DGHKOD_bu2Qu4P7zwtOeeEDfWzFNtqFJRWpVNUxrRZjJKZcp97HGju-yLER7TRg3SEoUaQkoK1S0RfQfCJh9YTPyvcr9d96muLiYX2WVk6E633OipCWs3xU_VNw/w438-h640/Shirt%2003.jpg" width="438" /></a></div><br />To accompany my hubby’s 3 piece punk-inspired suit he asked me to make
him a punk-inspired white shirt. He had very, very clear ideas about
what he wanted! The shirt had to be longer at the back, so it can hang
out of the trousers, but be able to be tucked in at the front. Business
at the front, party at the back. He also wanted the shirt to have a
pop-over placket (not that he used that term).<p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjChNe4HAXPG_7sQExq49pdeGyLdZsSL8bvS8Zmceip7J_UK9v5iNqVgzapA2ykgqC7O2mRuPyg9Q5zpSA3-Yg0iBrPmcnTFaz9l_uIWPlRregwBqIcCpj_BZhD6EmTUN-xprZAWhUe3aAOcfhU-LK7owiPEm-M-ml37GsJYrQfhpfo7SQ-fikttYDg/s4032/Shirt%2002.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjChNe4HAXPG_7sQExq49pdeGyLdZsSL8bvS8Zmceip7J_UK9v5iNqVgzapA2ykgqC7O2mRuPyg9Q5zpSA3-Yg0iBrPmcnTFaz9l_uIWPlRregwBqIcCpj_BZhD6EmTUN-xprZAWhUe3aAOcfhU-LK7owiPEm-M-ml37GsJYrQfhpfo7SQ-fikttYDg/w480-h640/Shirt%2002.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><p></p><p>We had several
discussions about what sort of neckline he wanted and we toyed with the
idea of a pussy-bow style, and a more high-necked regency style. Both of
which we dismissed as he does not have a long neck and his beard would
just get in the way of the shirt collar anyway. Finally, we opted for a
grandad-style collar. This works really well with the suit, and my
hubby’s styling, not to mention the nod to a clerical collar (He is a
Baptist minister and was preaching at the wedding). </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimU7HKp-Nu28sIOvj7QsLWU-FlIquf8FMYxOg0jnxoMeXBAxeIOrLBec1jQ2aDpyPJ9gOc1bPv6cvD7Bz8-hx8wXKUW0aMc3vv8oSumR-Y9ajuo_Ru610VRY0Fa4AnB7MAbvdaUbVPqpvzEH-6Q1GRgE0rgq8ObqQ6kcgURj_WrELRSIi2DadtXnwJ/s1800/Shirt%2001.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1800" data-original-width="1440" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimU7HKp-Nu28sIOvj7QsLWU-FlIquf8FMYxOg0jnxoMeXBAxeIOrLBec1jQ2aDpyPJ9gOc1bPv6cvD7Bz8-hx8wXKUW0aMc3vv8oSumR-Y9ajuo_Ru610VRY0Fa4AnB7MAbvdaUbVPqpvzEH-6Q1GRgE0rgq8ObqQ6kcgURj_WrELRSIi2DadtXnwJ/w512-h640/Shirt%2001.jpg" width="512" /></a></div><br />The shirt
was drafted, using one he had, that was a good fit as a starting point
and the design alterations added in. I used the pop-over placket pattern
piece from the Kalle shirt and just lengthened it. I did forget to
reverse it, so it buttons up as a woman’s shirt would. He’s not bothered
by that, I think he just felt it was a bit strange buttoning it up the
other way.<p></p><p><br />The shirt was constructed using the burrito method to
enclose the raw edges of the yoke. The hem was finished with a bias
facing, which in hindsight I’d have been better doing a baby hem, due to
the curvature at the sides.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsVtWf5PhyN2Q__KtgoPG9U_9whUU4CZHk7llC2NgKQo1Tj4ohcjr2-bZGFGzlIxaOZX51WZsxUFb4X3JHM0sUY_WaR8UpQxr_MdwfHbQQoVfi4XevLNaUgB1xBQRq9gysYGZOxZNn9cnGtVN2A00AWXUTnKWW9H8_awvLpWIYL4mC-hfyH5m5HSCJ/s4032/Shirt%2004.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsVtWf5PhyN2Q__KtgoPG9U_9whUU4CZHk7llC2NgKQo1Tj4ohcjr2-bZGFGzlIxaOZX51WZsxUFb4X3JHM0sUY_WaR8UpQxr_MdwfHbQQoVfi4XevLNaUgB1xBQRq9gysYGZOxZNn9cnGtVN2A00AWXUTnKWW9H8_awvLpWIYL4mC-hfyH5m5HSCJ/w480-h640/Shirt%2004.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><p></p><p><br />To add to the punk vibe of the shirt
we added some appliqued design elements. A few months ago we bought a
screen printing kit from Hunt the Moon and used it to create a design.
The Text is a section of a letter written by Thomas Helwys, a baptist
minister who was imprisoned by James I, who did not approve of his
desire to separate church and state. He died in 1616 aged 40 in Newgate
prison. The second screen print was made by using different letters from
the piece by Helwys to spell the word ‘Dissent’. Both designs were
printed on pieces of white cotton in blue ink, fixed by ironing and
stitched into place - the edges were lightly frayed. The shirt was
finished with blue buttons that matched the suit.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3o9NDUOUe6CsU9BZR1kXeVkRMvMRMc35hjzjs1poPeUoml4LIkVDqBmjv3T0o-jIT2dKeC4DpWkWZR95VQ1daoOS7Xj0PxFNKlUQ88F6HbDdVqzPAc-0wkJ13h_HQgYMTafB0vKz86Ks0IQwf2zFvIi5DgT89Z2Ob2yyYmo3XA-GjifEtbPfXgTJ-/s4032/Shirt%2005.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3o9NDUOUe6CsU9BZR1kXeVkRMvMRMc35hjzjs1poPeUoml4LIkVDqBmjv3T0o-jIT2dKeC4DpWkWZR95VQ1daoOS7Xj0PxFNKlUQ88F6HbDdVqzPAc-0wkJ13h_HQgYMTafB0vKz86Ks0IQwf2zFvIi5DgT89Z2Ob2yyYmo3XA-GjifEtbPfXgTJ-/w480-h640/Shirt%2005.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p><br />My hubby has
already commissioned me to make more shirts, now he has a pattern that
fits really well. I’ll just have to adjust the length and remember to
swap the button packet to the other side!</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizABhnqo_LDWVG9C7wQVZ2ivt5pL9ugO4ceFvoDGx1AYBwv__yF1vFDB3WFzyKhoxT0hOexSfLWg5uFiJ8vtBvxzBcEsTsva71EgfLX8CcXusUFOFTDy4XvHRiPhmMTYPRM7tOIqV6H9SQabDaMiuKvKjnsAYgHwOefM_YmBzqdBX3FDBbKV-vVW1S/s4032/Shirt%2006.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEizABhnqo_LDWVG9C7wQVZ2ivt5pL9ugO4ceFvoDGx1AYBwv__yF1vFDB3WFzyKhoxT0hOexSfLWg5uFiJ8vtBvxzBcEsTsva71EgfLX8CcXusUFOFTDy4XvHRiPhmMTYPRM7tOIqV6H9SQabDaMiuKvKjnsAYgHwOefM_YmBzqdBX3FDBbKV-vVW1S/w640-h480/Shirt%2006.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p>Claire Cooperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923437480914463238noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7882310565466082192.post-61902736569419411252023-03-26T16:27:00.006+01:002023-03-26T16:27:40.448+01:00Heyday Dungas - a review<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7_JVd-KeI2851AaLPu2qbqloqM-fq2eqIFS2szk00ogumRhnAZZBvKjbaR2dxpDBYzCD3pWcmgUTiFo9wB-FT7w4PaJE56oAQypwvMce0aBoq8BQ46OZWMmjqh1wXknVxIKO1OMZ6iwbPHf3oFOkg9PoE25-fMizBnhTu_oDA7zM58l-zDUqLwbGf/s3088/Heyday01.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2320" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7_JVd-KeI2851AaLPu2qbqloqM-fq2eqIFS2szk00ogumRhnAZZBvKjbaR2dxpDBYzCD3pWcmgUTiFo9wB-FT7w4PaJE56oAQypwvMce0aBoq8BQ46OZWMmjqh1wXknVxIKO1OMZ6iwbPHf3oFOkg9PoE25-fMizBnhTu_oDA7zM58l-zDUqLwbGf/w480-h640/Heyday01.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><p></p><p>This is one of those makes that has been on my radar to make forever. I have loved seeing the Lucy and Yak style dungarees that my friends have worn and fancied having a go at making some in a simialr style.</p><p>The pattern is the Heyday Dungarees by Waves and Wild (formally Made by Jack's Mum). The pattern is is simple and there are no zips or buttons to install, making this a super easy make for beginners. You do need to be confident sewing through multiple layers of fabric though.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhikVASSM1KKzMkxiLQakOZpWfUdcG7yJdfRhMRtFO6ziKDbnjTmk_YMW13lEwVOI1kgPYmN-sC88ycBRvw_sENdlNEXpM3KMxULRIznLl9OvBLqvRyARO1KvVQHJfg9f8joJVw7Qd6V9jw5NWaMY0GoZAwBSX0_lXq33_Tqa88F1-TU0iTM1xD9XYL/s2463/Heyday02.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2463" data-original-width="2038" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhikVASSM1KKzMkxiLQakOZpWfUdcG7yJdfRhMRtFO6ziKDbnjTmk_YMW13lEwVOI1kgPYmN-sC88ycBRvw_sENdlNEXpM3KMxULRIznLl9OvBLqvRyARO1KvVQHJfg9f8joJVw7Qd6V9jw5NWaMY0GoZAwBSX0_lXq33_Tqa88F1-TU0iTM1xD9XYL/w530-h640/Heyday02.jpg" width="530" /></a></div><p></p><p>The fabric is an 8 wale cotton corduroy from Minerva and I bought just over two metres for the size medium. I think this ois the perfect weight for this type of make and not too thick.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEii_81SNTeYdoaVB_D-YvoyYkAqB_Qtqa1Usa4FVKlaOjrj5SQo83F2mPYvAMderPKwxr1xjp5rmJIVHZpDsW5VMfWEICI21XssKffVYcNshuQXEgpLj1HL4oHPlOaq_XxyElexfJgZmfw7NEq88FD1TH6tM0JJ4Ur6ZE-fNckN3EjvlavQJKxZN3BX/s3088/Heyday03.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2320" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEii_81SNTeYdoaVB_D-YvoyYkAqB_Qtqa1Usa4FVKlaOjrj5SQo83F2mPYvAMderPKwxr1xjp5rmJIVHZpDsW5VMfWEICI21XssKffVYcNshuQXEgpLj1HL4oHPlOaq_XxyElexfJgZmfw7NEq88FD1TH6tM0JJ4Ur6ZE-fNckN3EjvlavQJKxZN3BX/w480-h640/Heyday03.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><p></p><p>The sizing is easy to understand and clear guidance is given for the height this is drafted for and how to adjust for differeing heights. I was in two minds about choosing between the small and medium sizes, so I printed the pattern with both lines, but ended up going for the medium. The fit is good on a stable woven, but if I had chosen a fabric with stretch the small would have been a better option.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEha2q0akiuhyOfi149amgIS5tll3jPqakPswH1R1F8ScMECttmu5MdYUItm--qen_DKt0_6IFZGBcBgyi783c6Iv_DLZ8TJZWttz83Aklo__StlsDtUTXdgry_9JuPRuHMjh0SrbH1e1Z2FiETp-EEbgy5fLnEWnGrqdiqpyjVTvk8FuquK4-LAIt4_/s2861/Heyday04.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2861" data-original-width="2136" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEha2q0akiuhyOfi149amgIS5tll3jPqakPswH1R1F8ScMECttmu5MdYUItm--qen_DKt0_6IFZGBcBgyi783c6Iv_DLZ8TJZWttz83Aklo__StlsDtUTXdgry_9JuPRuHMjh0SrbH1e1Z2FiETp-EEbgy5fLnEWnGrqdiqpyjVTvk8FuquK4-LAIt4_/w478-h640/Heyday04.jpg" width="478" /></a></div><p></p><p>The instructions are very clear and easy to follow on this pattern and there are two different options for fastenings - loops or buttons. I opted for the loops.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9y_b-d724L6qYyEwXVBJ9uRLiHPLypxRLvezOp2fUkve33BQ298uA3Ab_durqM6Xmg4wMdvMQKL_emcr9nWmdBormozD659YUlF3YeDSF0Bw1flNFHq44__NGfBTL_tc-bo_Voz0r4TelIgx3OHXaFutcHUrQYoxsRLKcLQqNohrn_lmSZStd5cWb/s2975/Heyday05.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2975" data-original-width="1846" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9y_b-d724L6qYyEwXVBJ9uRLiHPLypxRLvezOp2fUkve33BQ298uA3Ab_durqM6Xmg4wMdvMQKL_emcr9nWmdBormozD659YUlF3YeDSF0Bw1flNFHq44__NGfBTL_tc-bo_Voz0r4TelIgx3OHXaFutcHUrQYoxsRLKcLQqNohrn_lmSZStd5cWb/w398-h640/Heyday05.jpg" width="398" /></a></div><p></p><p>The construction means that all the edges are concealed on the hems and facings and seams are neatened by overlocker and then top stitched. I took my time with this, but it was still a quick make. It would have been even quicker if I hadn't have made a mistake with the pockets and cut a pair upside down, resulting in the nap being the wrong way and the colour looking odd - moral of this story is don't cut out in poor light! I removed them and cut a replacement pair, which was well worth it as now they look fab.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSIZYX5RP1IAVpyxsGOgJCWQHUQSnlcL85oRXNMb03HM-2DxLtz4DfLDux-8hnBcVT9ElwkEzbtRABHhdcFAy1M34orp-h6aTbcvpRrlEx6Ub0WXrPQ78LJq7y-mM3emjiVqytXywrjpf7Ta9-AL_iHJ0MZk_qbbOegJeIN7Q0-KR7rhedFM8RNAG5/s3088/Heyday06.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2320" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSIZYX5RP1IAVpyxsGOgJCWQHUQSnlcL85oRXNMb03HM-2DxLtz4DfLDux-8hnBcVT9ElwkEzbtRABHhdcFAy1M34orp-h6aTbcvpRrlEx6Ub0WXrPQ78LJq7y-mM3emjiVqytXywrjpf7Ta9-AL_iHJ0MZk_qbbOegJeIN7Q0-KR7rhedFM8RNAG5/w480-h640/Heyday06.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><p></p><p>I can't wait to wear these and I hope they might be a summer staple - not to mention perfect skatewear!</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_MbZjKhOobLMX5QaQBuGBaVdDYGdXzwYwciYxt1JjT0L8SmMlUz3W0cyVGeyGFF3y3fAR4_sLxWp74URzIKwVYUdmyhtszBI7bB6fgYPIYjlgPewELFpnPFTWAAQt0CZwRHmPMY5MlCmcnypNPD8D-ETx2oLTC6yauZzIhjsiL9zSwxGNZUiH67xn/s3024/Heyday07.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="1838" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_MbZjKhOobLMX5QaQBuGBaVdDYGdXzwYwciYxt1JjT0L8SmMlUz3W0cyVGeyGFF3y3fAR4_sLxWp74URzIKwVYUdmyhtszBI7bB6fgYPIYjlgPewELFpnPFTWAAQt0CZwRHmPMY5MlCmcnypNPD8D-ETx2oLTC6yauZzIhjsiL9zSwxGNZUiH67xn/w388-h640/Heyday07.jpg" width="388" /></a></div><p></p>Claire Cooperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923437480914463238noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7882310565466082192.post-4346313614242921402023-03-26T16:07:00.002+01:002023-03-26T16:07:38.129+01:00Punk'd<p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9zL9r5TYIQoVw5ZPkXc2qQ0bScEO0ekt-JZidARXnqqJhZM1OEgkf28WA-KIOs7BTQ6WudGeQozdkzAukAitHueRodTTtnhBOc4GMZTpwU1nSnEKctd9N3aR4gQg-oDCSdyYZngd89V5gaTDscDb44ALJwnLUfiJY6H_ViJn7Cs_wmUje5CWlNjIF/s4032/Final%2006.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="2724" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9zL9r5TYIQoVw5ZPkXc2qQ0bScEO0ekt-JZidARXnqqJhZM1OEgkf28WA-KIOs7BTQ6WudGeQozdkzAukAitHueRodTTtnhBOc4GMZTpwU1nSnEKctd9N3aR4gQg-oDCSdyYZngd89V5gaTDscDb44ALJwnLUfiJY6H_ViJn7Cs_wmUje5CWlNjIF/w432-h640/Final%2006.jpg" width="432" /></a></div><p></p><p>This has got to be the biggest sewing project I have ever undertaken. My
hubby asked me to make his outfit for a wedding that we attended this
weekend and he was very particular about what he wanted. The design
process started months ago when he outlined the type of coat/ jacket he
wanted. I began to think about drafting what was required. I tried a
couple of other options but eventually ended up using Vogue 1853, you
can read all about the pattern and changes that I made to it here.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhC7tLsBmPi7CeqnFpzaTayJ5qOpGIAedLqvsdSoyfDXuAWyz0c6w3J8SOi5__AGMQuFeKaoQ6Iy9LxBG5wbRRoRwyxgVfkhyYBQ4DTNPSH4llTpswAYJHwpEpK-1xpz52BLir01xe_Ctq4kWlER3-lnklnzu1bbFakjm4TRYuIdlF_DrqjyOaCsSsz/s3823/Final%2007.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3823" data-original-width="2817" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhC7tLsBmPi7CeqnFpzaTayJ5qOpGIAedLqvsdSoyfDXuAWyz0c6w3J8SOi5__AGMQuFeKaoQ6Iy9LxBG5wbRRoRwyxgVfkhyYBQ4DTNPSH4llTpswAYJHwpEpK-1xpz52BLir01xe_Ctq4kWlER3-lnklnzu1bbFakjm4TRYuIdlF_DrqjyOaCsSsz/w472-h640/Final%2007.jpg" width="472" /></a></div><br />The
suit had to have a punk vibe and was heavily influenced by the work of
Vivienne Westwood during the 70’s and 80’s. My hubby wanted
bondage-style trousers and braces, a waistcoat and long jacket/ coat,
plus a punk-inspired shirt, which you can read about here.<br /><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPVAyiE_XGVmYmcMkZuKk-99U3UJFk_oceh0PtfhB62C7PJ4RNd7-MWIsOWg4mU0lLjclKNMVZhF8WPAsdr-hHVOZySrn3iF_YCf9R8RMCxtgLxUgbI-V8PXv4hDHB7fptTWd1cBIeWcOijC9VKC76fYMscdfnVxPkKsExlLsghfGqhIonpayoKZgI/s4032/Final%2005.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPVAyiE_XGVmYmcMkZuKk-99U3UJFk_oceh0PtfhB62C7PJ4RNd7-MWIsOWg4mU0lLjclKNMVZhF8WPAsdr-hHVOZySrn3iF_YCf9R8RMCxtgLxUgbI-V8PXv4hDHB7fptTWd1cBIeWcOijC9VKC76fYMscdfnVxPkKsExlLsghfGqhIonpayoKZgI/w480-h640/Final%2005.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br />As
this was to be worn at a wedding, the concept was that the straps and
braces on the trousers and the back of the shirt would not be visible
under the coat/ jacket, but once the coat was removed they would be very
obvious. As my hubby was preaching at the wedding It was important to
him that his suit didn’t distract anyone, whilst being completely and
uniquely him! Definitely business at the front and party in the back!<br /><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0a37cYRmAOgfRT1G7-sqY6cnxHfMqzEPCMhXrPTW892gAqDxVx0yu3oWNtZ7CgvOEkrod0hCRXWtrDhft0kyRqKxRATju_s264cwwPyzhoFpaYvGoiLIv74tLACB0bFCUOIF1VaGW0DLmmCVdPBcckMvyf5H1rgZM1tabI6ayvMGCL1g5KdNWAeIL/s4032/Final%2001.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0a37cYRmAOgfRT1G7-sqY6cnxHfMqzEPCMhXrPTW892gAqDxVx0yu3oWNtZ7CgvOEkrod0hCRXWtrDhft0kyRqKxRATju_s264cwwPyzhoFpaYvGoiLIv74tLACB0bFCUOIF1VaGW0DLmmCVdPBcckMvyf5H1rgZM1tabI6ayvMGCL1g5KdNWAeIL/w480-h640/Final%2001.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br />The
waistcoat is a standard classic waistcoat, drafted from the
instructions in Aldrich’s Metric Pattern Cutting for Menswear. I
realised my error once it was drafted as I had used the chest
measurement - which for most would be fine, but I should have used the
waist measurement for my hubby. I had to make some alterations to the
pattern but made a toile to ensure the fit was good. It was a fairly
simple construction. As with the coat, I interfaced the front pieces
fully and used heavier interfacing for the facing. This worked very well
for this fabric. The back and lining were cut in the same navy poly
charmeuse that I used to line the coat with.<br /><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyLvnxF1kt2tH1o_IsIqW4XG2rzeBrp8yToE75Y1Bru6RPFnazIQPVwQc_B5ZH57giguoKHfHJhegB7Ka8aP1TWh67uRLFr137ISQN3eaV5iWSE5eT44YITPF5l5NsiTEySLONwW-3in4hC7_XKWoay_oGLwll-4u22OiNxaVazFhrE1mRl8pa15s1/s4032/Final%2004.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyLvnxF1kt2tH1o_IsIqW4XG2rzeBrp8yToE75Y1Bru6RPFnazIQPVwQc_B5ZH57giguoKHfHJhegB7Ka8aP1TWh67uRLFr137ISQN3eaV5iWSE5eT44YITPF5l5NsiTEySLONwW-3in4hC7_XKWoay_oGLwll-4u22OiNxaVazFhrE1mRl8pa15s1/w480-h640/Final%2004.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br />The trousers were
drafted by using a rub-off method from a pair of well-fitting trousers
that had jeans styling. I think the back would benefit from being
reduced a bit more. This wasn’t evident in the toile, but they are a
little loose above the bottom. I constructed these in the same way that I
would make a pair of jeans. The back pockets are patch pockets and the
front ones are curved. I did line the trousers to the knee, attaching
the lining to the waist and fly, which gave a nice neat finish. If I did
this again I would probably underline the front and back pieces before
putting the pants together! As this would make these sections more
stable and support the fabric more.<br /><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZdKJN-SVEzz65UmF1UrXy1943qGm8mMPjPO9i_qD-V04H6N3o6Un3hafTkPsMzW-MA7uDnwecliaGr_3lf_vF7W-De19vEBAUhVTvzfO3k1v2M0iPIyPTbFl6jykrC5LW0hBhvWvS0jK8EnsTA81QLtmPMkhUQXNtPqVdO9Kq2BCAWUs8mCxD2S0Z/s2903/Trousers%2006.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2903" data-original-width="2480" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZdKJN-SVEzz65UmF1UrXy1943qGm8mMPjPO9i_qD-V04H6N3o6Un3hafTkPsMzW-MA7uDnwecliaGr_3lf_vF7W-De19vEBAUhVTvzfO3k1v2M0iPIyPTbFl6jykrC5LW0hBhvWvS0jK8EnsTA81QLtmPMkhUQXNtPqVdO9Kq2BCAWUs8mCxD2S0Z/w546-h640/Trousers%2006.jpg" width="546" /></a></div><br /><p>The bondage straps are
removable and secured to the trousers by D-rings at the side seams.
There is also an adjustable strap at the centre back, also tightened by
D-rings. Buttons were added next to the centre back and front belt loops
so that braces can be attached.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQwUIf9tesh2fgQbUbUolqeER4j3Q0Gouxl8P8bjG6D5ilHthWjtzsijR7A3lIfroNCF8Mpay6X648h1IZK_l6XZTL1pFp_Sp1XYn5yTXDZl_6b9Kl6b3qmKBWpL1ga3L8OHZOXK8_0Z9zqgyFjOiITtMEAJOYRT2vJURzPtm6wFBgmbbMd8jf-edd/s4032/Final%2000.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQwUIf9tesh2fgQbUbUolqeER4j3Q0Gouxl8P8bjG6D5ilHthWjtzsijR7A3lIfroNCF8Mpay6X648h1IZK_l6XZTL1pFp_Sp1XYn5yTXDZl_6b9Kl6b3qmKBWpL1ga3L8OHZOXK8_0Z9zqgyFjOiITtMEAJOYRT2vJURzPtm6wFBgmbbMd8jf-edd/w480-h640/Final%2000.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><p></p><p>I tried to match the pattern,
where possible and I’m happy with the results. My hubby is certainly
very happy and received lots of positive comments about his suit at the
wedding on Saturday. Although the drafting and making of these items
have taken quite a bit of thought and effort. I now have patterns that
fit my husband and I can adapt them to suit what he might need in the
future. I love this punk styling and it’s probably the only suit he’s
ever had that completely sums him up. This is John in his element! </p><p> </p>Claire Cooperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923437480914463238noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7882310565466082192.post-87060410316949755562023-02-05T13:16:00.000+00:002023-02-05T13:16:01.782+00:00Hot Minute and Cool Culottes<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUuw5D2odNOjJPKLyKAR_kcW85QGptmFrKx_lgP2GY7rPnbTq1ci_upwsI0Kl03PixqTmiam-OA4huaLPkZgOwTmtGPFAyz082WbsWM7SrEivnECNOVeR8a5gcdOaFOUoiF9qmuRypnguQpH2pVGSAyb68nZPqf5Op7c1lGQjwcAnVzkwHoSpcF4iC/s4032/01CC%20Culottes.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUuw5D2odNOjJPKLyKAR_kcW85QGptmFrKx_lgP2GY7rPnbTq1ci_upwsI0Kl03PixqTmiam-OA4huaLPkZgOwTmtGPFAyz082WbsWM7SrEivnECNOVeR8a5gcdOaFOUoiF9qmuRypnguQpH2pVGSAyb68nZPqf5Op7c1lGQjwcAnVzkwHoSpcF4iC/w480-h640/01CC%20Culottes.png" width="480" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOnA8J6N0b-aFQLwrDFrwUiYtvv4JVCfL023tKrSs6Zh8BR82HB5R4tVDaDGrO-gUy2M6Bq1ZjcX9sD0quZNOh4y4eHhOUA8vHLo3I3nnPqU6IOUiPSOQ2PUSB0ZLdQTdT9UTawsqqTfT3ZeSZtXnGuzC26IBk6o0jpqEr1ebiLS7eUS0H0rub4GRN/s4032/01JC%20Culottes%2000.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhOnA8J6N0b-aFQLwrDFrwUiYtvv4JVCfL023tKrSs6Zh8BR82HB5R4tVDaDGrO-gUy2M6Bq1ZjcX9sD0quZNOh4y4eHhOUA8vHLo3I3nnPqU6IOUiPSOQ2PUSB0ZLdQTdT9UTawsqqTfT3ZeSZtXnGuzC26IBk6o0jpqEr1ebiLS7eUS0H0rub4GRN/w480-h640/01JC%20Culottes%2000.png" width="480" /></a></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"></div><p></p><p>Wow, it's been a hot minute since I posted anything on my neglected blog!!!! I am waaaay behind with documenting my makes and thought it was about time I rectified the situation.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPFb5EgrVF09ZIrObHT4mCHCTUQPmJVZBytyfT_Cr6uqzrdasGh1K9qGip58ZN6kghpn3Vc98CwqmgG0rqpX7UzkuqAXhpg63BmCzSHPf20KGRDMWIPvWOa3V4H64XnXB7Xm7i5mEcGoOussGWkykcSlhdwJn3-lpmKnouZoGMNJlN2yqZXEnu0lA5/s2818/CC%20Culottes02.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2818" data-original-width="1672" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPFb5EgrVF09ZIrObHT4mCHCTUQPmJVZBytyfT_Cr6uqzrdasGh1K9qGip58ZN6kghpn3Vc98CwqmgG0rqpX7UzkuqAXhpg63BmCzSHPf20KGRDMWIPvWOa3V4H64XnXB7Xm7i5mEcGoOussGWkykcSlhdwJn3-lpmKnouZoGMNJlN2yqZXEnu0lA5/s320/CC%20Culottes02.png" width="190" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVkWD_DE5c8b1STUTbc2EIWeJQeNyghgiPqnOybKaVHNbfCnlakX3KmUVTtHxdWgHaEwZRckKDEqOjSpVZVvYaJVweOoE7jU0UhBBTHJU6mfSliBrgG_oCfjPppHIpMOKLYlCEdmavYw5hNlhAghyriPrhTZSXz0CcmPX2CfnJ0SXBnqbXVP6d2Z30/s3482/CC%20Culottes01.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3482" data-original-width="1980" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVkWD_DE5c8b1STUTbc2EIWeJQeNyghgiPqnOybKaVHNbfCnlakX3KmUVTtHxdWgHaEwZRckKDEqOjSpVZVvYaJVweOoE7jU0UhBBTHJU6mfSliBrgG_oCfjPppHIpMOKLYlCEdmavYw5hNlhAghyriPrhTZSXz0CcmPX2CfnJ0SXBnqbXVP6d2Z30/s320/CC%20Culottes01.png" width="182" /></a></div></div><p></p><p>So here I am back with a co-ordinating make for me and my hubby. We both wanted culottes and I recieved this lovely poly/ viscose/ elastane suiting from Minerva before Christmas and set about making us matching culottes - no we are not sad enough to wear them at the same time. You can read the full details and see the fabric over on <a href="https://www.minerva.com/posts/1177399" target="_blank">Minerva </a>- but there are a few more photos here to give you more of a feel for the makes.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhd9OnjvckDgtHqNnPH4BVxB4xb1smppzA1M2x37s-aOOwzXK5eVkjdOCdX0eW2OrOojJXYK-ayY0bnEwgJR0AFPDBbLlQRDU47Dgjns7smydpHXZeRBBzzTIOsyiHMISuMZZHymnd19vId1DJV1b1etQc762XQdyiXq1jDwyR52UtRooTJ6JcaZKiM/s4032/01JC%20Culottes%2005.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhd9OnjvckDgtHqNnPH4BVxB4xb1smppzA1M2x37s-aOOwzXK5eVkjdOCdX0eW2OrOojJXYK-ayY0bnEwgJR0AFPDBbLlQRDU47Dgjns7smydpHXZeRBBzzTIOsyiHMISuMZZHymnd19vId1DJV1b1etQc762XQdyiXq1jDwyR52UtRooTJ6JcaZKiM/s320/01JC%20Culottes%2005.png" width="240" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0I7qj3xcJDKQ8L6JVq5ld4NiBoqSHHY8TcGxB2Hep3Yp8D4Fb5B3lsaVS92N2PVhl3E6uCaC2HZXgRvfclterYkU9EjGg5z0PJFOIV5HYdI0xty9SgNam6HvGNQo0vd1FQQgIjCyCpJiizdgg0sLu3SbC2t3fvvEFR8UbjDFPIaE8hwTNuUdkXF0G/s2790/01JC%20Culottes%2004.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2790" data-original-width="2452" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0I7qj3xcJDKQ8L6JVq5ld4NiBoqSHHY8TcGxB2Hep3Yp8D4Fb5B3lsaVS92N2PVhl3E6uCaC2HZXgRvfclterYkU9EjGg5z0PJFOIV5HYdI0xty9SgNam6HvGNQo0vd1FQQgIjCyCpJiizdgg0sLu3SbC2t3fvvEFR8UbjDFPIaE8hwTNuUdkXF0G/s320/01JC%20Culottes%2004.png" width="281" /></a> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">John's culottes were self drafted and took rather a lot of work to get the right shape and fulness that he wanted, but we got there in the end. My culottes and waistcoat are both Burdastyle Magazine patterns. I have made the culottes many times before and they are a go to pattern. The waistcoat was a new pattern to me and is cropped and as drafted very low cut. I did adapt this to make sure it was a little more modest.</div></div><p></p><p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEig6k--mTwPV5jv4y8I9EgENHQ1nrSjBeWNj8n9Kf7Wyw-uYnlHQ4TO7s6WJSnP9kOXUjQg8pzJYvestVjE5Ysu7VhSzzf8xKNlLtjE0eb2k1kI9P9eecyoO53Eaw-1sh84B8x1S_CKlkEEoSGJVOJiAk6ByZ6XLvgIG-Ze6JS58twlzL9sNtzlh06c/s3270/01CC%20Culottes04.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3270" data-original-width="1758" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEig6k--mTwPV5jv4y8I9EgENHQ1nrSjBeWNj8n9Kf7Wyw-uYnlHQ4TO7s6WJSnP9kOXUjQg8pzJYvestVjE5Ysu7VhSzzf8xKNlLtjE0eb2k1kI9P9eecyoO53Eaw-1sh84B8x1S_CKlkEEoSGJVOJiAk6ByZ6XLvgIG-Ze6JS58twlzL9sNtzlh06c/s320/01CC%20Culottes04.png" width="172" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHNk5kbqNwWlZuiL1cNdQBQP-ocZ9YrlnNOBa4-lT-WTwCk51CSC4nUTh0yEr5jKM_rZgsZjagP08JDe2cCXYaspCdX4UYYXoJ4ujvEkiAI3joKlvVG2Pg36aODYdLeuilv0H7EGTupMijPyGOZsa34fZzFZxxeodNdJ8wTn5NRla2GSNvq6As1ylC/s4032/01CC%20Culottes05.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHNk5kbqNwWlZuiL1cNdQBQP-ocZ9YrlnNOBa4-lT-WTwCk51CSC4nUTh0yEr5jKM_rZgsZjagP08JDe2cCXYaspCdX4UYYXoJ4ujvEkiAI3joKlvVG2Pg36aODYdLeuilv0H7EGTupMijPyGOZsa34fZzFZxxeodNdJ8wTn5NRla2GSNvq6As1ylC/s320/01CC%20Culottes05.png" width="240" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEig6k--mTwPV5jv4y8I9EgENHQ1nrSjBeWNj8n9Kf7Wyw-uYnlHQ4TO7s6WJSnP9kOXUjQg8pzJYvestVjE5Ysu7VhSzzf8xKNlLtjE0eb2k1kI9P9eecyoO53Eaw-1sh84B8x1S_CKlkEEoSGJVOJiAk6ByZ6XLvgIG-Ze6JS58twlzL9sNtzlh06c/s3270/01CC%20Culottes04.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"></a></p><p>I loved this fabric -and I'm not just saying that because i recieved it as part of Minerva's ambassador programme. It's actually really nice and i'll be ordering more to make John more trousers and waistcoats. It's probably one of the nicest suiting fabrics I have sewn with. I have had some really bad experiences with suiting fabric in the past, but this is a lovely fabric.</p><p>Anyway, check out the photos here and read more on Minerva and hopefully I'll be back soon with another make.<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkxklwW19BChmqMa1HJmgH7UvIH8YIORAWUmGT0YzwoEcoLmXGssyl132ZpA84gYGgM4Zsuk0qC5g5tU9zHZznqkzJi2P4z3Mxg0IwWpnZ_5HBAR9xPDqnsoWO0Il3-y2F6zatrjaTCCgypTpXJCWAJlMrtYcJgIywW5h72CUhDqu1z0HEvNfvRjJe/s2744/CC%20Culottes03.png" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2744" data-original-width="1725" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkxklwW19BChmqMa1HJmgH7UvIH8YIORAWUmGT0YzwoEcoLmXGssyl132ZpA84gYGgM4Zsuk0qC5g5tU9zHZznqkzJi2P4z3Mxg0IwWpnZ_5HBAR9xPDqnsoWO0Il3-y2F6zatrjaTCCgypTpXJCWAJlMrtYcJgIywW5h72CUhDqu1z0HEvNfvRjJe/s320/CC%20Culottes03.png" width="201" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmF2-iUr0yKXf_QoYNurxRQm7VjYnGWDNKgPH0Lmjtxc4ZvJGBsXzLCiEYe1ELWH5b0lteBXu2uIchynpCMTMawpeSDBZ2cXqkN27tH7wM72OjAC3VP_2v8DcLlcJm2DXr0IlEqFD469sjefh-eiqt6fDNqaXpvgmC_2Ag0-cwz079fgXXpDiuXX0Q/s4032/JC%20Culottes%2001.png" style="margin-left: 1em; 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margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3496" data-original-width="2606" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgX9vkkFAeehsF7Uaf7-RZoFGfUBijvCwepdVjgtelsetMRQECxbZ1L4Uq8wr3qbHycq5WEZs5rl9cFCe4l91Gt4PBeEj48bthx_fQIwHm4Tes2YMUK1I6tjfCBfrLpTqk_7dRbOh6YzGC4hWM98Plz0M78aNXg62uLqtvc5U-pfdj7uUMZqa1ax30L/s320/JC%20Culottes%2007.png" width="239" /></a></div></div><p></p>Claire Cooperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923437480914463238noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7882310565466082192.post-9883736695205330522022-08-10T15:15:00.001+01:002022-08-10T15:15:15.217+01:00Animal Glow Peppermint Playsuit hack<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaB7HMxvZaGxbr0bEnH4b8gGg7ecU-Y_P8XfwmKSOdyJ85zTNqtyr-UiEVhYMIk_KAMHHtMT0ru-gfz6uv7y7c6J2AvA1UYnuWYRJw3O5PRPBtYEnIcPHJSMxeZza8tWp6uBuknvA12BJzQdNp2eqLateTwe-PPS3Xz0SPoYw48shVKQKYr21y8vf-/s3366/Animal%20glow%2001.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3366" data-original-width="2055" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaB7HMxvZaGxbr0bEnH4b8gGg7ecU-Y_P8XfwmKSOdyJ85zTNqtyr-UiEVhYMIk_KAMHHtMT0ru-gfz6uv7y7c6J2AvA1UYnuWYRJw3O5PRPBtYEnIcPHJSMxeZza8tWp6uBuknvA12BJzQdNp2eqLateTwe-PPS3Xz0SPoYw48shVKQKYr21y8vf-/w390-h640/Animal%20glow%2001.jpg" width="390" /></a></div><p>I don't know if you are aware but Minerva have created their own range
of <a href="https://www.minerva.com/mp?brand=Minerva%20Exclusive" target="_blank">exclusive fabrics</a> and I was lucky enough to be given the chance to
sew one of them up. This is the Minerva Exclusive Viscose Challis in
Animal Glow print.<br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4oP4eq8iZh9eNuW7Hj3yOGF6AjhXF4JcxFUXuWkDet9P1DJMRc1zs6xC9MxVl_nAVv7zYecn830mNTUmzQ569vg0LOaxFbzK4lLJfvEE1-3GasSicaNgsjS5yqAbqDMcLAP7Mw1Xvj6ynDugAqrKGBtevN8BsVbZ2dg_PilpCOc-gIzn3Iep1tXII/s3329/Animal%20glow%2002.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3329" data-original-width="1894" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4oP4eq8iZh9eNuW7Hj3yOGF6AjhXF4JcxFUXuWkDet9P1DJMRc1zs6xC9MxVl_nAVv7zYecn830mNTUmzQ569vg0LOaxFbzK4lLJfvEE1-3GasSicaNgsjS5yqAbqDMcLAP7Mw1Xvj6ynDugAqrKGBtevN8BsVbZ2dg_PilpCOc-gIzn3Iep1tXII/w364-h640/Animal%20glow%2002.jpg" width="364" /></a></div><br />I excitedly waited weeks for this to arrive
and was away when it finally came through the letterbox. I had much
excitement as I opened the bag to discover this beautiful drapey fabric.<br />The
fabric is a white substrate with the design printed on top. It is a
fine challis with a lovely handle and drapes beautifully and doesn’t
crease too much either. Perfect for the very hot weather we are having
right now.<p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMfISFuFouUzQniRR80Kp4oHiVWB8Orm4d2CVhNdX6l5ybV1LI5nt11AJoxZeE00mrETUqs0j3ExK0oaW52dhI4Ekknx_1Twum8KxHjgHNRcJiXwO09ZI8n4WgPm14oKDOFRUaDrO69I5rS96EtVDrawjI3wKFwKrkJREmGCNGtIGS_S2IC4dcvBfY/s3179/Animal%20glow%2003.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3179" data-original-width="2079" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhMfISFuFouUzQniRR80Kp4oHiVWB8Orm4d2CVhNdX6l5ybV1LI5nt11AJoxZeE00mrETUqs0j3ExK0oaW52dhI4Ekknx_1Twum8KxHjgHNRcJiXwO09ZI8n4WgPm14oKDOFRUaDrO69I5rS96EtVDrawjI3wKFwKrkJREmGCNGtIGS_S2IC4dcvBfY/w419-h640/Animal%20glow%2003.jpg" width="419" /></a></div><br />I decided weeks and weeks ago what I would make with
this. In fact I had the idea last year and have just been waiting for
the ideal fabric to do this in. I’m not really an animal print sort of
girl, but when I saw this and in this colourway I knew it was a perfect
match.<p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9xrKNHqffQdOq09NWTtQJXcvA6LOoyrxIRBOa7Ff25q1tSCabO9bSPkGyiLOP_r6lbn7wL2sBGba8nNHE87KxH8Hynct1VWtOhfkOLw90EYFwS5zt7qGuMLUIkBmRWFmXzjFX0ftyfb8GswxyCdvuFiLHseIlqoVCFncF4KUY_3zx2xsZFvR5vZ8q/s3185/Animal%20glow%2004.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3185" data-original-width="2469" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9xrKNHqffQdOq09NWTtQJXcvA6LOoyrxIRBOa7Ff25q1tSCabO9bSPkGyiLOP_r6lbn7wL2sBGba8nNHE87KxH8Hynct1VWtOhfkOLw90EYFwS5zt7qGuMLUIkBmRWFmXzjFX0ftyfb8GswxyCdvuFiLHseIlqoVCFncF4KUY_3zx2xsZFvR5vZ8q/w496-h640/Animal%20glow%2004.jpg" width="496" /></a><br /></div><p></p><p>The pattern is a hacked version of the free <a href="https://peppermintmag.com/sewing-school/playsuit/" target="_blank">Peppermint/ In the folds playsuit pattern</a>. The pattern can be downloaded free from the
Peppermint magazine website, but you can pay as you wish if you are
able to support them.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUq5QtYd1Fa9n7A2-p9UhDlnF613WHJmzbzXXDymWHbJdV2e4GbzfnS4HJM9xQ6d7NrYzu-UhY1ShrAcGmGZDJ5EOScMIdSV8RbkysEeI1E3dfS0J6xOvAiTotlKotMNs3ohKjukgPShtci4GHzFPUW079Z1hX4abLb6bT4tqvYL70nZnPKdpArmXF/s3599/Animal%20glow%2005.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3599" data-original-width="2587" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUq5QtYd1Fa9n7A2-p9UhDlnF613WHJmzbzXXDymWHbJdV2e4GbzfnS4HJM9xQ6d7NrYzu-UhY1ShrAcGmGZDJ5EOScMIdSV8RbkysEeI1E3dfS0J6xOvAiTotlKotMNs3ohKjukgPShtci4GHzFPUW079Z1hX4abLb6bT4tqvYL70nZnPKdpArmXF/w460-h640/Animal%20glow%2005.jpg" width="460" /></a></div><p></p><p><br />I have made the playsuit before - in
recycled jeans for my daughter. We are the same size so I knew it would
be a good base. I cut a straight size C (could have actually gone with
the B in this fabric). I lengthened and widened the legs so they were
more like a palazzo pant leg and omitted the patch pockets. I figured
that they wouldn’t work so well in such a light fabric. Instead, I added
one inseam pocket on the opposite side to the zip.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXfvvNSe-kk95JNWo4d4-bxPsIVAPQ0CBgypWTB__r6YokrbBOEyfdcUHXdZFeemCZxnDUpU-W1Z-FkLS1cUlTcw8SDCL5LLi_EPZwqZRu-eA46-pP2CwZZucwFBRocNDt52kBxtNNukZp3BLrg0CWSeDfqQgKP_wl4fOyjBM27CjGTSZ5VQsCecxI/s4032/Animal%20glow%2006.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjXfvvNSe-kk95JNWo4d4-bxPsIVAPQ0CBgypWTB__r6YokrbBOEyfdcUHXdZFeemCZxnDUpU-W1Z-FkLS1cUlTcw8SDCL5LLi_EPZwqZRu-eA46-pP2CwZZucwFBRocNDt52kBxtNNukZp3BLrg0CWSeDfqQgKP_wl4fOyjBM27CjGTSZ5VQsCecxI/w480-h640/Animal%20glow%2006.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><p></p><p><br />Otherwise I
kept the construction the same. I added interfacing to the straps and
the facing and should really have added a strip to the top edge of the
bodice as it did roll a bit, despite understitching it. This was easily
solved by stitching the facing to the shell along the seam lines -
essentially stitching in the ditch. I can’t even tell where the
stitching is and I’m wearing it right <br />now.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_CQnvxIehT3_YKmVOyfM5ihNmreh08hmpwvVPsMVMgAB84sdJHHyh08S3mylv_A9-Pqtks2vF9bRNVn2N9YWGGgO_11GL5DVDoCaMBkVtHptczIn_1cGhIv5AqiiPIsbqprgMXAMTKCi6bryFrVJMISKaNBWPXJx5goXn4EapVE6TViZw7Nb8GtRy/s3123/Animal%20glow%2007.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3123" data-original-width="2064" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_CQnvxIehT3_YKmVOyfM5ihNmreh08hmpwvVPsMVMgAB84sdJHHyh08S3mylv_A9-Pqtks2vF9bRNVn2N9YWGGgO_11GL5DVDoCaMBkVtHptczIn_1cGhIv5AqiiPIsbqprgMXAMTKCi6bryFrVJMISKaNBWPXJx5goXn4EapVE6TViZw7Nb8GtRy/w422-h640/Animal%20glow%2007.jpg" width="422" /></a><br /></div><p></p><p>I used the overlocker to neaten and finish all the seams and the hems are a 3 step baby hem, which is perfect on this fabric.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxk3C5zvXPl_RhtaCzWxL5xUsIVGiEYUQYpELv5xYCpCQrlBDQzSFosSpRh8ZCr7vOH1fd7p7-DNSPMqU2xrV7qh8QpR1NsfMI-TvJ2UhJBXVkXPzHj0WeC3vRWRXzSEd41D1kqlgnesVg9robBnG627kMrJSeix_o-lNrCE-8fwoxiz74EtMBrcZ_/s4032/Animal%20glow%2008.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgxk3C5zvXPl_RhtaCzWxL5xUsIVGiEYUQYpELv5xYCpCQrlBDQzSFosSpRh8ZCr7vOH1fd7p7-DNSPMqU2xrV7qh8QpR1NsfMI-TvJ2UhJBXVkXPzHj0WeC3vRWRXzSEd41D1kqlgnesVg9robBnG627kMrJSeix_o-lNrCE-8fwoxiz74EtMBrcZ_/w480-h640/Animal%20glow%2008.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br />Viscose
challis is notoriously shifty to cut and sew, but I found this really
stable. It didn’t stretch out of shape at all during construction, but
it is well worth stay stitching this type of fabric.<p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtEJaSy4Vcqi1-rb58wV8jE1ZBYtCpnHPviyG4fNs1M_oucH_8yenZoGVpgg-g9_ILKjLqEsf23PgWqisnEqy7GOIGbCI5KnfbGwnJKr4NoWIBeI5UpZ_XMdoOLtUyaezss8lDlSH97scC_TF2xKn-L5phqXWZ79hGaM4yxJhHMoD3CoOHBQzmqhyc/s4032/Animal%20glow%2009.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtEJaSy4Vcqi1-rb58wV8jE1ZBYtCpnHPviyG4fNs1M_oucH_8yenZoGVpgg-g9_ILKjLqEsf23PgWqisnEqy7GOIGbCI5KnfbGwnJKr4NoWIBeI5UpZ_XMdoOLtUyaezss8lDlSH97scC_TF2xKn-L5phqXWZ79hGaM4yxJhHMoD3CoOHBQzmqhyc/w480-h640/Animal%20glow%2009.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br />My top tips for working with viscose challis:<br />Overlock the edge of the fabric before pre-washing to prevent any shredding.<br />Don’t trim seam allowances too closely to avoid holes developing later.<br />Use a new microtex needle for sewing.<br />Use
a light interfacing with some stretch on light fabrics such as this -
it helps prevent bubbling of the fabric over time and still keeps the
characteristics of the fabric while providing support.<br />I think I might just be wearing this a lot this week - without the t-shirt as it is so cool against the skin.<p></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-QN6w1KgXFi95BWI9xO8t3dMDUikpPM25CR8sib1ZbBRfh63Pj6PVJ4wshNXyepNg5ruQm27LPLbR7I9Nmw7wBvGyHCUKiCge01D01HrsYnnr9yJ3YO2LeMHLqcaNd4EzNuLih5NrJR9NCo4mKY-ivpXVVckq68b_ma3FV6rVFC8RnhYbWluGRJVS/s3472/Animal%20glow%2010.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3472" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg-QN6w1KgXFi95BWI9xO8t3dMDUikpPM25CR8sib1ZbBRfh63Pj6PVJ4wshNXyepNg5ruQm27LPLbR7I9Nmw7wBvGyHCUKiCge01D01HrsYnnr9yJ3YO2LeMHLqcaNd4EzNuLih5NrJR9NCo4mKY-ivpXVVckq68b_ma3FV6rVFC8RnhYbWluGRJVS/w558-h640/Animal%20glow%2010.jpg" width="558" /></a></div><p></p>Claire Cooperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923437480914463238noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7882310565466082192.post-39813422605036011752022-06-14T20:14:00.001+01:002022-06-14T20:14:47.368+01:00Vogue 1524 Review<p style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj10ShNDER3LgfNyKC91iEq_Xs6hVL2HrRVdYzOrG0Mvs1UivgmIg3_jwQZrlgPaIWUr126n7ZvaxNqbR4ziryP6RLdytZlJDPUqXsZIswDoqWfFItePH5Ma25t-6gGO9FeAjJM3c1bfBSUm5YMImR_PKtOWODMHNveBDwwnnD1VpvwSDeu1PiUjuRg/s4032/V1524%2006.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="2672" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj10ShNDER3LgfNyKC91iEq_Xs6hVL2HrRVdYzOrG0Mvs1UivgmIg3_jwQZrlgPaIWUr126n7ZvaxNqbR4ziryP6RLdytZlJDPUqXsZIswDoqWfFItePH5Ma25t-6gGO9FeAjJM3c1bfBSUm5YMImR_PKtOWODMHNveBDwwnnD1VpvwSDeu1PiUjuRg/w424-h640/V1524%2006.jpg" width="424" /></a> </p><p style="text-align: left;">Hello, Hello everyone. I’m so pleased to be able to share this make with
you all! This is a high-neck, open-backed jumpsuit from vogue patterns.
I’ve had my eye on this one for a while. And when I got a wedding
invite, I knew it would be the perfect opportunity to make this. I made
it entirely out of cotton sateen with a slight stretch.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7CQjBVs8Mj3qlUuHr1Tgkqora-TlG3OrQn9gKqyPTYefD75w0D0sZiPx68fEn4RJTk446dbvZ6eFHbFrocf-gKmrn3ygudJ9DGw0LvqByS-egh-mMFG1nZJLC6Zsjjo3rV5S8IYvvvHLrNTM9XALD7pCskUE6LFWa2SP4rS7ew8-V81Yc5l_CxsAl/s4032/V1524%2001.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7CQjBVs8Mj3qlUuHr1Tgkqora-TlG3OrQn9gKqyPTYefD75w0D0sZiPx68fEn4RJTk446dbvZ6eFHbFrocf-gKmrn3ygudJ9DGw0LvqByS-egh-mMFG1nZJLC6Zsjjo3rV5S8IYvvvHLrNTM9XALD7pCskUE6LFWa2SP4rS7ew8-V81Yc5l_CxsAl/w480-h640/V1524%2001.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br />First up, the
pattern - it’s V1524 and it is a great intermediate pattern. You really
need to know how to construct a garment and deal with seams and raw
edges as this pattern does not hold your hand. The instructions are
adequate but brief. I first came unstuck with the welt pockets - I
managed to sew the welts the wrong way and had to unpick them after I’d
slashed open the pocket. <p style="text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_jqVsKP2mkPYxN4cfVEIyX8GxFU11Y0cdH-Dn48ezbs8W0-wO435Irg4qQHTz8s0zhq3Tcwit1B0zUx87t1zIf8klmO3HCxQQ5_Xyl4Rr4itT0JI0NinPEJoM8DH8ntEg3UXmOHtHqZFQudL-dG15KYYF_-X4EmDh6Fuzy82YKrNSZ_rLKvf6vxYx/w480-h640/V1524%2004.jpg" width="480" /> </p><p>Hence they are not quite as neat as I would
like - I’m used to using a different method and I didn’t find this one
particularly satisfactory, It was quite fiddly. However, this was the
only part of the construction that I didn’t really like. The bodice
construction is quite unique but does result in a very neat finish, with
all seams enclosed. </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJ4P3H0DIGXFGLn81LHgemwSoLx7VJ0d9Cnu4dp1mMhBK2K5GS_vQB7Y7b3Lp74svAlF8u-yiQuoKxvdRm4M9BNE7JOEKNtz61zH1ssx8ho0bbTijrvxPDHkeqYEIWKA1LoDYf03lXBN_gHAmHbca6b9cTinnki3PzNTZqEjF-XNKNlhHb2GdVc6ty/s4032/V1524%2003.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJ4P3H0DIGXFGLn81LHgemwSoLx7VJ0d9Cnu4dp1mMhBK2K5GS_vQB7Y7b3Lp74svAlF8u-yiQuoKxvdRm4M9BNE7JOEKNtz61zH1ssx8ho0bbTijrvxPDHkeqYEIWKA1LoDYf03lXBN_gHAmHbca6b9cTinnki3PzNTZqEjF-XNKNlhHb2GdVc6ty/w480-h640/V1524%2003.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br />I cut a straight size 12 after comparing my
measurements to the size chart. I added extra length to the trouser hem
as I want to wear these with high heels and needed to ensure they were
long enough. I’m glad I did as the extra 5 cm is perfect.<p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwvLmzPfXZGZXNpzkigmXViSAZFOrNhw3Lr7yh0XKGIKcuLq2QQ5PILY3vFELbeZ8HdTjOV890JoIxJtPOo0Dw2ibBFoGyjukDt4HtiSBPzfQvJxk1Iu52HKlHEHbriwGYkRJOYB-WQgGaIEZWsyGBjOqn8gc5qz984ktNtHj0QCWhr2DZprYih8XO/s4032/V1524%2002.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgwvLmzPfXZGZXNpzkigmXViSAZFOrNhw3Lr7yh0XKGIKcuLq2QQ5PILY3vFELbeZ8HdTjOV890JoIxJtPOo0Dw2ibBFoGyjukDt4HtiSBPzfQvJxk1Iu52HKlHEHbriwGYkRJOYB-WQgGaIEZWsyGBjOqn8gc5qz984ktNtHj0QCWhr2DZprYih8XO/w480-h640/V1524%2002.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><p><br />I added
about 2cm to the bodice length at the bottom to allow me to fit my long
torso. And that was about right. I also added some length to the back
band as on my first draft it was just a little bit snug.</p><p><br />The fabric
was a cotton sateen with slight stretch from Minerva. This pattern calls for a knit
fabric for the bodice and a stable woven for the trousers so it was a
bit of a risk cutting the whole thing from the same fabric. The bodice
is self-lined and the pocket linings are some cotton lawn I had in my
stash (these are something I’d change- I’m not happy about the finish on
them).</p><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBgGFeOyYLvWPofNLdAgQSe1cDH8I_m--5a-iuy9NJkaqiGtjbaw-AJx60ifRW_PPZFepe1pEU14SzXCmZh8fO-ik-ZkK8YbE-CDTR49d3r-Q5P0vV-_jPWR7qpdsj5G06f72gk1thclWzAkY6SGwGLd1nPZZrosGP6p3HaR3zx5GAA49Yw9ZjLHhb/s4032/V1524%2008.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBgGFeOyYLvWPofNLdAgQSe1cDH8I_m--5a-iuy9NJkaqiGtjbaw-AJx60ifRW_PPZFepe1pEU14SzXCmZh8fO-ik-ZkK8YbE-CDTR49d3r-Q5P0vV-_jPWR7qpdsj5G06f72gk1thclWzAkY6SGwGLd1nPZZrosGP6p3HaR3zx5GAA49Yw9ZjLHhb/w480-h640/V1524%2008.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br />The fabric was easy to sew and pressed well and had enough
stretch to accommodate the bodice pattern, but I do feel a knit fabric
would be more comfortable here. The stretch allows the trousers to be
comfortable, but I think I really need a tiny bit more room at the hip.<p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrQlvJMgyN54l5edB6M0evLyyrYTIt22CNLY17PlQxvvRY4ew9XXV6GY_ELAYU9xDAvYdhJeD69FzSimrQH0Rx7YFcRfRqM-I42bxW1EAM6kxRyX6_e49AnRQZOTr1oS4Nyrf93ViJRHuFPGVAznE3SfBiFYDB1cwm8-zDeGd8bBr4YN0CRI3REzRn/s4032/V1524%2010.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhrQlvJMgyN54l5edB6M0evLyyrYTIt22CNLY17PlQxvvRY4ew9XXV6GY_ELAYU9xDAvYdhJeD69FzSimrQH0Rx7YFcRfRqM-I42bxW1EAM6kxRyX6_e49AnRQZOTr1oS4Nyrf93ViJRHuFPGVAznE3SfBiFYDB1cwm8-zDeGd8bBr4YN0CRI3REzRn/w480-h640/V1524%2010.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br />I
love that this fabric has a slight sheen that gives an elegant touch to
the garment. It is a stunning design and very eyecatching. I really
would like to have another go at this in a crepe/ knit combo.<p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQFo8RrZCfcEaVJ9t-J8tpUeTYsGnz5Cwr5DxhnuS0zaK2BC2_gdchlvMZunkVc5bIqgfSfC-3zH7pBdhyR9E9GF0hJCuxJtjsCIxyfOLeZdSKSgsqb69vOygcRdxmSiMj0i864ZKzDSoKN7Gx-vtzANH-LyYgTs9dm4jjm2fhNJvGXEPhFwYo5z9Q/s3488/V1524%2011.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3488" data-original-width="2458" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQFo8RrZCfcEaVJ9t-J8tpUeTYsGnz5Cwr5DxhnuS0zaK2BC2_gdchlvMZunkVc5bIqgfSfC-3zH7pBdhyR9E9GF0hJCuxJtjsCIxyfOLeZdSKSgsqb69vOygcRdxmSiMj0i864ZKzDSoKN7Gx-vtzANH-LyYgTs9dm4jjm2fhNJvGXEPhFwYo5z9Q/w452-h640/V1524%2011.jpg" width="452" /></a></div><br />I also
inserted bra cups and attached them to the bodice lining, as there is no
way you could wear a bra with this. I am having second thoughts about
this as a wedding outfit, simply from a practical point of view. This
might be quite tricky to get in and out of to go to the loo. Mostly due
to the separating zipper at the top part of the bodice. I can just about
manage it, but it’s not easy and I’m not sure it will be easy when I’ve
had a glass of wine or two and using outside loos! <p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTSoGsV5GyRTbBwSCgNQ2J4XsX1w3V-tQKBlcxQbtkcP3LVf5q3F6Zr9SsPdjNXxNTc1tv1puSEiEwCkUBKWnpVjIzTuw5MxEStVI78p_uxy5SA9XCR7ZoT7eNLuezouvlXgBQB5bRKH3QqChfkGQS6d1lVoejdZg45KR6YYVSTbdagdY90sTWWhUM/s4032/V1524%2005.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTSoGsV5GyRTbBwSCgNQ2J4XsX1w3V-tQKBlcxQbtkcP3LVf5q3F6Zr9SsPdjNXxNTc1tv1puSEiEwCkUBKWnpVjIzTuw5MxEStVI78p_uxy5SA9XCR7ZoT7eNLuezouvlXgBQB5bRKH3QqChfkGQS6d1lVoejdZg45KR6YYVSTbdagdY90sTWWhUM/w480-h640/V1524%2005.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><p>The pattern calls
for a parachute-style buckle for the back band, instead, I opted for a
25mm silver Bikini clasp, which I think is a much better option. The
trousers close with a centre-back invisible zipper. I think this is the
first time I’ve used a back zip on trousers. So while this is a stunning
garment and very elegant If you need an accessible pattern, this
probably is not one for you. I need help doing this one up, so for
anyone with mobility issues, this is not user-friendly with 3 different
back fastenings. </p><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQVK-aEw6U8b1nwtxJ7F8XPmaaFrUFCnA4KJeC0QhNU-tKrKmvd1eZs5lZJipJIwuxGuK-NSRynSzSRVKUJ0y4Bs-gU4FghVUVuuk_2pypxKAMrUyv8b_z1ZtC4XXT_cBIjVDMG0d5SWySlQstYSThiwSjfJNt3VCEo-yeGYGTHMpGtXSRoJrhR7NC/s3831/V1524%2007.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3831" data-original-width="2693" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQVK-aEw6U8b1nwtxJ7F8XPmaaFrUFCnA4KJeC0QhNU-tKrKmvd1eZs5lZJipJIwuxGuK-NSRynSzSRVKUJ0y4Bs-gU4FghVUVuuk_2pypxKAMrUyv8b_z1ZtC4XXT_cBIjVDMG0d5SWySlQstYSThiwSjfJNt3VCEo-yeGYGTHMpGtXSRoJrhR7NC/w450-h640/V1524%2007.jpg" width="450" /></a></div></div><br />The jury is still out as to whether I will wear
this for the wedding or make something else. I suppose it will depend on
how long it takes to make my husband's suit. That will be a project
worth sharing - I hope<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRhG_WRjLOOB-FBuP1kMQx0KH4Rj0LhtJaqrO6fR-f9ea2FwbcCtP2tJFvU4ZlAfLAVpp9GlDpJj0AfmR_7kqCd-V43y76lY_br8UGxoKIkvUFPV-XH9HBg-f9Omvgu2z9DD5iSRc9ZBRKQwWfLlUsK3Oz5s8wBBaBmveT9KK1AKxlGM7PRdKTU1r6/s3962/V1524%2012.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3962" data-original-width="2735" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRhG_WRjLOOB-FBuP1kMQx0KH4Rj0LhtJaqrO6fR-f9ea2FwbcCtP2tJFvU4ZlAfLAVpp9GlDpJj0AfmR_7kqCd-V43y76lY_br8UGxoKIkvUFPV-XH9HBg-f9Omvgu2z9DD5iSRc9ZBRKQwWfLlUsK3Oz5s8wBBaBmveT9KK1AKxlGM7PRdKTU1r6/w442-h640/V1524%2012.jpg" width="442" /></a></div><p></p>Claire Cooperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923437480914463238noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7882310565466082192.post-38912644064325100212022-05-06T17:00:00.001+01:002022-05-06T17:00:00.214+01:00Scrap busting<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQLaAmCBhdOiXoKaoE8-oH7jUoU_iWhZFbTSNtPWTG-jFes8FisXBOxs6g0hvflwnuZIL7P7KS4E94Na-R9dfP5qYT-JUG_99SbyCcCjEwXhntoXRRZzyAtAG18X0dre0zzjM9hgDCEd6J3IE5q-THx82yqtelW3wWbkfXbZWbWAxL_9ih2e17H3V4/s4032/IMG_9949.HEIC" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQLaAmCBhdOiXoKaoE8-oH7jUoU_iWhZFbTSNtPWTG-jFes8FisXBOxs6g0hvflwnuZIL7P7KS4E94Na-R9dfP5qYT-JUG_99SbyCcCjEwXhntoXRRZzyAtAG18X0dre0zzjM9hgDCEd6J3IE5q-THx82yqtelW3wWbkfXbZWbWAxL_9ih2e17H3V4/w480-h640/IMG_9949.HEIC" width="480" /></a></div><p></p><p>Sewing clothing creates loads of scrap fabrics. Periodically I purge my stash and make a quilt. It's a great way to use up small remnants of fabric.</p><p>I have just finished piecing together the top of this quilt. It is not perfect, some of the edges are a little bit off and not all the points meet, but I'm not making it for competion or show. It's just for home.</p><p>The top is made completely of sewing off cuts, some of which I have had for years. The 'batting' is a flannel sheet which came from my mother in law and the backing is made from an old quilt cover donated by my mum and dyed with Dylon dye gifted from my local buy nothing group. So this really is a re-use item. It will find it's home on our bed once it's completed. </p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiI6tYDUUuSuoZgn9o5vSpCKmuXKt-zFMyzJbbR-aTTnNUkNt3lEi_xsYr3PrDHp0l5_OkfCkzkHukgHz4hbe0Ac_sv8lnp208UxK5bjUmO_csdUkj7OeFJj-ZGdIplMSa3_dUZDeSa0m97cWQomiktqciLJLqkBLRDuBk8-1uR7i2MgmyQrwVNmg79/s3780/00F3FE56-36FC-4CA2-8ABE-D4C3663F5325.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3780" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiI6tYDUUuSuoZgn9o5vSpCKmuXKt-zFMyzJbbR-aTTnNUkNt3lEi_xsYr3PrDHp0l5_OkfCkzkHukgHz4hbe0Ac_sv8lnp208UxK5bjUmO_csdUkj7OeFJj-ZGdIplMSa3_dUZDeSa0m97cWQomiktqciLJLqkBLRDuBk8-1uR7i2MgmyQrwVNmg79/w512-h640/00F3FE56-36FC-4CA2-8ABE-D4C3663F5325.JPG" width="512" /></a></div><p></p><p>It's all pinned together and quilting it is the next step. I'm keeping this one simple and just following the design lines of the quilt. <br /></p>Claire Cooperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923437480914463238noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7882310565466082192.post-10358368874320484982022-04-29T17:00:00.001+01:002022-04-29T17:00:00.198+01:00Cropped Hoodie<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCX_vXl9DYtsx3NI6aNPhCjEeNOeosi71sMWqulehKrUcwPJscxOM3mrnK9todIYjRcUstK6TgtfZcJSR8a8EIIbxr-D5TLzOY7pjpGkekLJPTAVQ1zx2ZC_XYpb3IVJUl_Uco_YIlYFbj5KfZmb3MnxE2XqdVh9yysLnEcMmeIKcQok-7EtKiYoa8/s2320/cropped%2005.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2320" data-original-width="1936" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCX_vXl9DYtsx3NI6aNPhCjEeNOeosi71sMWqulehKrUcwPJscxOM3mrnK9todIYjRcUstK6TgtfZcJSR8a8EIIbxr-D5TLzOY7pjpGkekLJPTAVQ1zx2ZC_XYpb3IVJUl_Uco_YIlYFbj5KfZmb3MnxE2XqdVh9yysLnEcMmeIKcQok-7EtKiYoa8/w534-h640/cropped%2005.jpg" width="534" /></a></div><p></p><p>As my latest obession is skating. I have been considering clothing that is suitable for skating in. During the Spring and Autumn. It can be quite cold, but once you get warmed up, you don't really need a coat, but a hoodie is perfect. I have a fab hoodie that I wear a lot in the winter, but it is long and doesn't really go with my high waist trousers and wide legged jeans. I also wanted something that would serve as a cover up if I wanted to wear a longer dress or skirt, that wouldn't make me look like a sack.</p><p>I decided to use the Assembly Line hoodie
dress as a basis for this make. It's drafted for a woven, but it is
loose enough to work with this stretch fabric. I've used this pattern
multiple times and the bodice makes a great woven t shirt.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsTS0JMno1IDWm5tC1vK6nR0zNElDn9h-G5uwWXbQqhp0IF2yqbt9pMIzliw92QW07RfhB_bvHXhZ5yQ46-Xm3jJ9XnbXbCsS3Ku4GJQ7GeCGF8k6eZ2kSCE-oNSp_EiXSaAOsX6MkNwsRpI87T1EpL-LHgzZLB4lcF4jM_CLTR_Izb4_gaO522qDx/s3088/cropped%2002.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2320" data-original-width="3088" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjsTS0JMno1IDWm5tC1vK6nR0zNElDn9h-G5uwWXbQqhp0IF2yqbt9pMIzliw92QW07RfhB_bvHXhZ5yQ46-Xm3jJ9XnbXbCsS3Ku4GJQ7GeCGF8k6eZ2kSCE-oNSp_EiXSaAOsX6MkNwsRpI87T1EpL-LHgzZLB4lcF4jM_CLTR_Izb4_gaO522qDx/w640-h480/cropped%2002.jpg" width="640" /></a></div> <p></p><p>I
didn't have to make very many changes. I did lengthen the bodice by
about 3 cm and then added on the hem band, which I cut slightly shorter
than the circumference of the top. I considered leaving it unfinished on
the bottom hem and that would have worked too.<br /><br />The only other
change I made was to make a hood lining in the same fabric rather than
just adding a facing and I think this works perfectly.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKDVCyl6jtjmsSeqyOB7L9b4QNAGs8j6YHrU_BMlqxD1RNHUORvHfGEl7Mf_8CCHsUO-oApGObTBjXQNRTS-JLonyCedltv8JZpIMmT7YzXKortabeJq4c8AXueELPftpnks01QVDaepdBBUM8JR2BzFfWuwgkcwwDCRLYETdjUTXcRyPWETlvfGUn/s2745/cropped%2004.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2745" data-original-width="1731" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKDVCyl6jtjmsSeqyOB7L9b4QNAGs8j6YHrU_BMlqxD1RNHUORvHfGEl7Mf_8CCHsUO-oApGObTBjXQNRTS-JLonyCedltv8JZpIMmT7YzXKortabeJq4c8AXueELPftpnks01QVDaepdBBUM8JR2BzFfWuwgkcwwDCRLYETdjUTXcRyPWETlvfGUn/w404-h640/cropped%2004.jpg" width="404" /></a></div><br />The
fabric is a dream to work with for a stretch fabric it is nice and
stable and doesn't roll too much. It presses well, although I do
recommend a press cloth.<br /><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSh4YegRxl-2YU6YcTkUxGyjH39wi-SJQ8OpR8WT2w6Es-hY7OZttF3JN4TETlEs5_fWt68SftYy2wnkhAWG43cu6t-NqLT4M60nCtyJWpupLTZ8MEayHvlNrNHd1zFKIRmf1nWCaZkVMgVcJ53QxZNJ-ABYSLFEFA2SxR4XtGRm-61egC69qwYWN0/s1794/21F79789-1AEB-45F8-9811-4D507CBC85AB%202.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1794" data-original-width="1440" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSh4YegRxl-2YU6YcTkUxGyjH39wi-SJQ8OpR8WT2w6Es-hY7OZttF3JN4TETlEs5_fWt68SftYy2wnkhAWG43cu6t-NqLT4M60nCtyJWpupLTZ8MEayHvlNrNHd1zFKIRmf1nWCaZkVMgVcJ53QxZNJ-ABYSLFEFA2SxR4XtGRm-61egC69qwYWN0/w514-h640/21F79789-1AEB-45F8-9811-4D507CBC85AB%202.JPG" width="514" /></a></div><br />This was a super quick make and only
took one afternoon to finish it, and I've already worn it out for skating on numerous occasions. Perfect for cool spring days
when I would be too warm in a coat, but it's still too cool to wear
just shirt sleeves.<p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPQA8uGBADZB_kLlKmN34qD-yZArWMfwyIlaiFrcWLJgxpGkbr2-gOJfMw3ydiY8TVEHBp3RQcFTjKWgvnpqPkuReVTvwA0BjCDgOwLVh9iAx0YI3dIHp9mMH515HrEEEbanb-B5SeZxoDOCfohwv9Xr3eQB3kZpPR3pgxUfNbIVEMBSpB_AZV5fA8/s3088/cropped%2003.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2320" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPQA8uGBADZB_kLlKmN34qD-yZArWMfwyIlaiFrcWLJgxpGkbr2-gOJfMw3ydiY8TVEHBp3RQcFTjKWgvnpqPkuReVTvwA0BjCDgOwLVh9iAx0YI3dIHp9mMH515HrEEEbanb-B5SeZxoDOCfohwv9Xr3eQB3kZpPR3pgxUfNbIVEMBSpB_AZV5fA8/w480-h640/cropped%2003.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br />I think
this will be super versatile - it is great for skating due to the
length, I think it could also work over the top of a dress as an extra
layer and this colour is just fantastic.<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1sKnldFToEPQ5cneEvY_luvOyaGY5PWYjotFKczjmOlsu4_84uSfVAEE0y1fopAtxq1n3v7Xnxri7Ojyq2UrTxMJGwH3e86vGz4wkiBOCtqlZ5uM03_q_F1X7K7MseMkF7U1AqpTnpkUzluX07WECGviC0w5Eah-KMEKUkk7SUCJUubwmQHaMALPN/s1800/13232924-EF66-404C-9978-DA063001C6A8%202.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1800" data-original-width="1440" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1sKnldFToEPQ5cneEvY_luvOyaGY5PWYjotFKczjmOlsu4_84uSfVAEE0y1fopAtxq1n3v7Xnxri7Ojyq2UrTxMJGwH3e86vGz4wkiBOCtqlZ5uM03_q_F1X7K7MseMkF7U1AqpTnpkUzluX07WECGviC0w5Eah-KMEKUkk7SUCJUubwmQHaMALPN/w512-h640/13232924-EF66-404C-9978-DA063001C6A8%202.JPG" width="512" /></a></div><br /><br /><p><br /></p><br /><br /><br /><br /> <p></p>Claire Cooperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923437480914463238noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7882310565466082192.post-72988412619943445692022-04-22T17:00:00.001+01:002022-04-22T17:00:00.209+01:00Pattern Review: New Look 6299<p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi98IJ0KWK0tUSWdRtyeJsjdsniFU_kmtutyA0l1sQ1zW8HPgjSvYRxLbPh1gy1m9k5xOqrDnB75BzqrGx1AsrWXpZHGdjdsNe2eO3JFUvKFeOxPeLNvIq-KsVU-El90fZCstOnyzsRd-NERMgWRTb892UU8otPtJ_sCJA-GMWKoXPIScad8xHHiPX4/s2336/Newlook%2003.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2336" data-original-width="1767" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi98IJ0KWK0tUSWdRtyeJsjdsniFU_kmtutyA0l1sQ1zW8HPgjSvYRxLbPh1gy1m9k5xOqrDnB75BzqrGx1AsrWXpZHGdjdsNe2eO3JFUvKFeOxPeLNvIq-KsVU-El90fZCstOnyzsRd-NERMgWRTb892UU8otPtJ_sCJA-GMWKoXPIScad8xHHiPX4/w484-h640/Newlook%2003.jpg" width="484" /></a></div> <p></p><p>I love a fit and flare dress. So when Minerva offered me the chance to review <a href="https://www.minerva.com/mp/1001003/new-look-sewing-pattern-6299" target="_blank">New Look 6299</a>, I jumped at it!<br />The
pattern has princess seams and the option of cap sleeve or ¾ sleeves.
There is a boat neckline or a shirt collar - or plain jewel neck if you
prefer. There are optional godets that will add more swing to the skirt.
The skirt length is just above knee length but could easily be
shortened to tunic length or lengthened to suit your preferences.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQfJXFU3v0m4prZa8r17JsAsDZzFELwUsUj_2SidQ4VoW415cHcZMhpdirQy75aEVwv8KDPtiGDHhGZpzUk_2fbyQNxmWKhlPDXJW5RVyDBZ8Pq3jSnJRiHOyBPrmsR9APTJokFFgDgBXvS93ytZBSeti5g5UtZfPQKunyL88zZl5jmK1niqA5x9EL/s3088/Newlook%2000.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2320" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQfJXFU3v0m4prZa8r17JsAsDZzFELwUsUj_2SidQ4VoW415cHcZMhpdirQy75aEVwv8KDPtiGDHhGZpzUk_2fbyQNxmWKhlPDXJW5RVyDBZ8Pq3jSnJRiHOyBPrmsR9APTJokFFgDgBXvS93ytZBSeti5g5UtZfPQKunyL88zZl5jmK1niqA5x9EL/w480-h640/Newlook%2000.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br />Originally
I planned to sew this in a range of different plaid fabrics I had in my
stash - but they were mainly polyester and of different weights and
very different colour and patterns combinations. Once I had cut them out
I realised I hated the combination. I raided my stash and found some
more of the waxed cotton that I used for this <a href="https://ragbagsandgladrags.blogspot.com/2021/08/kalle-2-ways.html" target="_blank">Kalle </a>dress.<p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhycP_6Fc8l0vKu0nU3ofIJoabeNd_djREZnrYRVYoxoR31GhXnysl2xSk66Bb-gRq110VTCrkY1XuGIP_Z7ixW8ydzKk6o5EViUfBYyAblSG7dr1-2xPRLGFpSR3sipiDhqw-rPDSZ5hk5ijCj30ZLQUno4DVGTNKBfwqeY0b-TYqf615svs6DB_5E/s3088/Newlook%2006.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2320" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhycP_6Fc8l0vKu0nU3ofIJoabeNd_djREZnrYRVYoxoR31GhXnysl2xSk66Bb-gRq110VTCrkY1XuGIP_Z7ixW8ydzKk6o5EViUfBYyAblSG7dr1-2xPRLGFpSR3sipiDhqw-rPDSZ5hk5ijCj30ZLQUno4DVGTNKBfwqeY0b-TYqf615svs6DB_5E/w480-h640/Newlook%2006.jpg" width="480" /></a></div> <p></p><p>It was a bit of pattern Tetris and I did have to piece one of the side back panels to get everything out of the fabric I had.<br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCWWoKiri5A2OPTL87W0jKss722RLpXANQzJOX9IR8o1l1PmOMnn-ttqyQk1F1q6pN5fk8cxgn04CXVza_mcNB6K6gMuXH0Qf74BEQpNB_cSm-P1Jwe5eHaPoeBIGMQ6s2GwcgK1aswdogQ-rUcolnJ83xd8_2WL6U2DF_wUeNwiLMdFA79dQWEqx6/s2745/Newlook%2008.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2745" data-original-width="2320" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCWWoKiri5A2OPTL87W0jKss722RLpXANQzJOX9IR8o1l1PmOMnn-ttqyQk1F1q6pN5fk8cxgn04CXVza_mcNB6K6gMuXH0Qf74BEQpNB_cSm-P1Jwe5eHaPoeBIGMQ6s2GwcgK1aswdogQ-rUcolnJ83xd8_2WL6U2DF_wUeNwiLMdFA79dQWEqx6/w540-h640/Newlook%2008.jpg" width="540" /></a></div><br />I
decided to make view A - which is the cap sleeve version with the
collar and no godets. I decided that a full-on collar would be a bit
much so I used the collar pattern piece to draft a mandarin style collar
instead.<br />There is about 9cm ease on top of body measurements for
this pattern. Which is common for the big 4 pattern companies. My
measurements put me in a size 12/14, after looking at the finished
garment measurements I cut a straight size 10. <p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4AcjV3Uc0Ko-jcIiITJL5JVGFcq9Ki_rNd84vtEtC05wiJekkHBELhYkLv4GqJH43bIjldu7a9Y_mbDDxUX6YS2x31Cvsoh8kACOnoFCBBf2qywNWAdr6ohCFoOGWReKy7jcP0i8U-SV6VsUdT_m3GNrkwf7VR3Qo3-qOc2w7dw_jCDe0L4HlP7Kg/s3088/Newlook%2007.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2320" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4AcjV3Uc0Ko-jcIiITJL5JVGFcq9Ki_rNd84vtEtC05wiJekkHBELhYkLv4GqJH43bIjldu7a9Y_mbDDxUX6YS2x31Cvsoh8kACOnoFCBBf2qywNWAdr6ohCFoOGWReKy7jcP0i8U-SV6VsUdT_m3GNrkwf7VR3Qo3-qOc2w7dw_jCDe0L4HlP7Kg/w480-h640/Newlook%2007.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br />I sewed it up without
any adjustments but realised I could have actually made the size 8 and
it would have been perfect. The 10 is a little loose in some areas, but
not horrifically so. Once sewn I took a smidge off the front princess
seams above the bust and a little just below for shaping. I also took in
the side seams at the waist. I could have gone further with this, but
due to the structure of the fabric I didn’t need to - it holds the shape
well.<p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXtb08zo-hv7TAfhvoL0Rv5h9utVThOFBfkvZj8379Y7m2S0h5qQi1IzQT-BvtLhiXFDfloEh5tLJvqCFabbUsEqg7nDB_XruUVsAHBi3rPHdTuWmbAgf4vSBzfytEOdaxW_NRZ7NpouCbxFrHh__Ub-UjNEqn8ypcQMsdXcXGW1PlbvMiH0VOVJMw/s3088/Newlook%2005.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3088" data-original-width="2320" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXtb08zo-hv7TAfhvoL0Rv5h9utVThOFBfkvZj8379Y7m2S0h5qQi1IzQT-BvtLhiXFDfloEh5tLJvqCFabbUsEqg7nDB_XruUVsAHBi3rPHdTuWmbAgf4vSBzfytEOdaxW_NRZ7NpouCbxFrHh__Ub-UjNEqn8ypcQMsdXcXGW1PlbvMiH0VOVJMw/w480-h640/Newlook%2005.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br />The sleeves had a lot of ease in the sleeve cap, more than
was really necessary, and again due to the nature of the waxed fabric,
this was quite tricky to ease in without any puckers. <p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9R-MZp6k2n2u2kt7GqxvGdKKNSUGnjL2LZmBm6G2B0QW3yWvfor3UtJf3ix3iNJ7zbPEMFqIfeP_GMkXKKutdlfnfdytCwKG71Ftetsyef9Ooa156ks4bsBpLqyZ9k-9xcrrghCGkO5KBLRK_-aJLMJgK7WTgQvtA9-q7kO1gheY8H2OpGy56mdJ8/s2664/Newlook%2002.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2664" data-original-width="1810" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9R-MZp6k2n2u2kt7GqxvGdKKNSUGnjL2LZmBm6G2B0QW3yWvfor3UtJf3ix3iNJ7zbPEMFqIfeP_GMkXKKutdlfnfdytCwKG71Ftetsyef9Ooa156ks4bsBpLqyZ9k-9xcrrghCGkO5KBLRK_-aJLMJgK7WTgQvtA9-q7kO1gheY8H2OpGy56mdJ8/w434-h640/Newlook%2002.jpg" width="434" /></a></div> <p></p><p>I considered
shortening the skirt on this to be tunic length but decided to leave it
at the full length. I’m 171cm tall, so this will be just above knee
length with a small hem. I kept the hem at 2.5cm. </p><p><br />The dress is
constructed with a facing rather than a lining, I think a lining would
be a better option. As this is a summer weight fabric I can get away
without it. I think this pattern is a good basic dress pattern with lots
of options. I think it could be stunning in a brocade, or cotton
velvet. I may just make this up as a party dress for next Christmas in
velvet, with a detachable collar so I can wear my bling jewellery with
it. But for now, this was a stash buster of a project. I’m trying to
reduce fabric waste, and I’ve certainly done that with this one.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjP3SUKPUBFv3XVbTSSfCt6WIkU_qcSGEa0CInxj5UX0Wm564Sr7tbx_VlDwpZkwfDK1f9jEfna5SNfVxxhMo_fWtD0AXJRzkccVOS0DfWS-4lwX0jMMoA0MZsa6a4TJnWOxeCIrPZKT5t7qCrxf24S1kiMobyObAOagcO7mn5DaS6LITxCPJMwfXNu/s2706/Newlook%2001.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2706" data-original-width="1810" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjP3SUKPUBFv3XVbTSSfCt6WIkU_qcSGEa0CInxj5UX0Wm564Sr7tbx_VlDwpZkwfDK1f9jEfna5SNfVxxhMo_fWtD0AXJRzkccVOS0DfWS-4lwX0jMMoA0MZsa6a4TJnWOxeCIrPZKT5t7qCrxf24S1kiMobyObAOagcO7mn5DaS6LITxCPJMwfXNu/w428-h640/Newlook%2001.jpg" width="428" /></a></div><p></p><p><br /></p>Claire Cooperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923437480914463238noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7882310565466082192.post-67008503346344830562022-04-15T17:00:00.001+01:002022-04-15T17:00:00.204+01:00Hoodie Banket<p><br /><br /><br /></p><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhR-JXngWleBxlf_WEn2J6xUQ2knNd6sBNU0rGtEJdrtguvGt8Fg34tL7Uu70vknk3BVPzliM5HA-rGQk8Ub5QRD72CL9_RC6OfS5vgOxhMwSP_UrLfVwB5PSMIxNySI4iuDx7qa6V_G8pzi3p_Bsxkja57Ri4_qZrv2n7bf5l1fNYak-50pzESbaHo/s3694/Dino%2004.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3694" data-original-width="2686" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhR-JXngWleBxlf_WEn2J6xUQ2knNd6sBNU0rGtEJdrtguvGt8Fg34tL7Uu70vknk3BVPzliM5HA-rGQk8Ub5QRD72CL9_RC6OfS5vgOxhMwSP_UrLfVwB5PSMIxNySI4iuDx7qa6V_G8pzi3p_Bsxkja57Ri4_qZrv2n7bf5l1fNYak-50pzESbaHo/w466-h640/Dino%2004.jpg" width="466" /></a></div><p></p><p>It's been a while since I shared anything here. I'm still sewing up items on a regular basis but my production has somewhat slowed, so my next few posts will be sharing some of the makes that I haven't blogged about.</p><p>First up is the Hoodie Blanket that I made for my daughter as a Christmas present - yes - it was that long ago!!!! This has to be one of my favourite and also easiest makes of last year.<br />My
daughter has discovered a love of dinosaurs in her later teenage years!
To the point where she is considering getting a dinosaur tattoo (she hasn't as of yet)! So
when I saw this beautiful dino fleece I just knew she would love
something made in it.<br />I had planned to make my sister a Billy Wearable Blanket, which is a free pattern from Do It Yourself Better Club. <a href="https://www.doitbetteryourself.club/product/the-billie-wearable-blanket-sewing-pattern" rel="nofollow" target="_blank" title="https://www.doitbetteryourself.club/product/the-billie-wearable-blanket-sewing-pattern">www.doitbetteryourself.club/product/the-bill...</a>/</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://doitbetteryourself.club/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Billie-Adult-Wearable-Blanket-Sewing-Pattern-No-Watermark.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="534" height="400" src="https://doitbetteryourself.club/wp-content/uploads/2019/11/Billie-Adult-Wearable-Blanket-Sewing-Pattern-No-Watermark.jpg" width="267" /></a></div><br />I
made that version up in a plain fleece that I bought from a local shop.
So I knew that the pattern would work super well for this fabric. The
Fleece from Minerva was way superior to the locally bought stuff. It was
thicker and more even in texture. It sewed up better and didn’t cause
my machine any issues.<p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1TIz8Qzg_GupTOas1GFFvAuyv94_73rXWOmQ1UdiDZPn70JcJKXQe0V5wjC-AkPP_g9gploXXRNYBxPdR5jbfI3jNJischH4U3z7YeKXkuO5cxu-qwS_Z05W464rodVWmqNLpI8wnTyEgOnB05JUxaXZkaEamhKORMJn-VAFJBKQcIUDfvBrERdXQ/s3596/Dino%2005.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3596" data-original-width="2159" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1TIz8Qzg_GupTOas1GFFvAuyv94_73rXWOmQ1UdiDZPn70JcJKXQe0V5wjC-AkPP_g9gploXXRNYBxPdR5jbfI3jNJischH4U3z7YeKXkuO5cxu-qwS_Z05W464rodVWmqNLpI8wnTyEgOnB05JUxaXZkaEamhKORMJn-VAFJBKQcIUDfvBrERdXQ/w384-h640/Dino%2005.jpg" width="384" /></a></div><br />I decided to sew up the longer version, my
daughter is a student and her room is quite cool so, something cosy to
snuggle is is a perfect option. She has also told me it will be great to
wear when the fire alarms go off in the middle of the night - don’t you
just love student accommodation?<p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3CCiOC9iDkSiwlj2-GNKjng4S7zIARBgHp_dRKGjLpIlzJKrNttI0Q4kXima9c8UuJkFNJNVrkTOCFj4qsm890nbzZU2iBTydCC2p_CgZfBjOwrYU8usx9pdkLkzUYlZ4HW3Xdv4LPxcOMKmjMwh3Q9QfTwfmE_lgI_Rz4NK_kgys0CKo41Qp4-gm/s3024/Dino%2007.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2948" data-original-width="3024" height="624" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh3CCiOC9iDkSiwlj2-GNKjng4S7zIARBgHp_dRKGjLpIlzJKrNttI0Q4kXima9c8UuJkFNJNVrkTOCFj4qsm890nbzZU2iBTydCC2p_CgZfBjOwrYU8usx9pdkLkzUYlZ4HW3Xdv4LPxcOMKmjMwh3Q9QfTwfmE_lgI_Rz4NK_kgys0CKo41Qp4-gm/w640-h624/Dino%2007.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br />I constructed this pretty much
completely on the overlocker, with the exception of the hood and it’s
lining which was made from some Jersey from my stash). The pattern
calles for rib cuffing, but I couldn’t find a close enough match or
anything that would perfectly constrast so they were made from self
fabric and are fine. I did check that hands would fit through these as
the fabric isn’t very stretchy. One thing to note is that sleeves are
quite short. Bear that in mind if you have long limbs.<p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwuirGQf1xzO_a5YnTnPjI-hSEdEgdJoa2IP_Np0lntelWcIM7GCBEDOpwrZHuIph5Yl1v4P9LWNOXXHC6Hg9tk3_QgfPCAGw-E8AY4uqhFwVdo0207hAi6c5PVn71gzMlZqenekJ-2jq_Nd1e3Q7iq11nrb9cdC_ubs0DHkDYvlXHirMxw3v51ekc/s4032/Dino%2008.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="2662" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwuirGQf1xzO_a5YnTnPjI-hSEdEgdJoa2IP_Np0lntelWcIM7GCBEDOpwrZHuIph5Yl1v4P9LWNOXXHC6Hg9tk3_QgfPCAGw-E8AY4uqhFwVdo0207hAi6c5PVn71gzMlZqenekJ-2jq_Nd1e3Q7iq11nrb9cdC_ubs0DHkDYvlXHirMxw3v51ekc/w422-h640/Dino%2008.jpg" width="422" /></a></div><br />This has A LOT
of ease. I sewed up the XS size and it has plenty of room. The pattern
features a hood and a large kangaroo pocket. There are options to make
this without the hood or as a fully lined version. It would be a great
with a waterproof outer and a fleecy lining as a changing robe for
outdoor watersports. Or made in towlling for a beach change/ coverup.
However, we like snuggles and comfort and I can say that my daughter has
worn this on heavy rotation over the winter months.<p></p><p><br />She was
rather reticent to model for me - so instead she took the photos and I
was the model. I did convince her to let me take a quick photo though.</p><p></p><p></p><p></p><p><br /> </p>Claire Cooperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923437480914463238noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7882310565466082192.post-90281815245312946592021-12-18T14:54:00.001+00:002021-12-18T14:54:00.206+00:00New Skate Set Up<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjgAWOoyHyxf7gT9_JCbs1YekrCSmxCkd3CSzAdwmfie8mY3aBZaE7R_H9fF9KAWcCR4lzM8Qqp4E8aCsqWBMnIFHXy_La0B_tIUoFrjufQSk5eeV25DUwt5V1dFLtM775WtmQhv4gaeJ73W8dODdCSvs1vv7Zdf6y3Cn25xu2p7X1LLBJrUI_zG9Ji=s4032" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjgAWOoyHyxf7gT9_JCbs1YekrCSmxCkd3CSzAdwmfie8mY3aBZaE7R_H9fF9KAWcCR4lzM8Qqp4E8aCsqWBMnIFHXy_La0B_tIUoFrjufQSk5eeV25DUwt5V1dFLtM775WtmQhv4gaeJ73W8dODdCSvs1vv7Zdf6y3Cn25xu2p7X1LLBJrUI_zG9Ji=w480-h640" width="480" /></a></div> <p></p><p>I've well and truly caught the skating bug. When I was looking to get back into skating, back in March, I wanted to make sure I bought a good pair of skates that I wouldn't need to upgrade quickly. I bought the Chaya Jump 2 skates. These are designed with park skating in mind and while I didn't really intend to do park skating, I've found I really enjoy it and it's allowed me to make lots of new skate friends.</p><p>I'm really happy with my park skates on the whole. I do find that my feet get very, very hot in them as they are mostly synthetic, with this in mind I started considering a second pair. I knew I wanted a leather boot that would mould to my foot and then had to decide what style of skate I wanted.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh5eWuIJJ_y3v_56ZM-tWAVJteDHSRaLjRY2QIpYIFQVYg3c88109cMudxj-A0P7KyzodVR-P3mQNsOUF9dcnOKpfdsydTdCxlnAL-7ooSRyAfQDLVNwLZRgxFK1jCvW7ovgR7bW_f-t8vZ20pb3NACaad4Nb3cEDfIh93u-u1JEwEfAisGgvNoEKNj=s4032" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh5eWuIJJ_y3v_56ZM-tWAVJteDHSRaLjRY2QIpYIFQVYg3c88109cMudxj-A0P7KyzodVR-P3mQNsOUF9dcnOKpfdsydTdCxlnAL-7ooSRyAfQDLVNwLZRgxFK1jCvW7ovgR7bW_f-t8vZ20pb3NACaad4Nb3cEDfIh93u-u1JEwEfAisGgvNoEKNj=w480-h640" width="480" /></a></div> <p></p><p>I want to continue to enjoy park skating, do some jam (dance) skating, cruise the streets and give Roller Derby a try. My current skates suit the park, but the wheels are a little soft and I could do with harder ones, especially for the indoor park. I could also do with some slideblocks to enable me to progress in the skatepark. With some harder wheels my current skates would also do for basic roller derby training. so they are staying.</p><p>As for dance skating, my current skates are flat and for some of the moves I need my weight to be further over the toe so I knew I needed a boot with a heel. I considered the <a href="https://jms-sports.com/collections/park-roller-skates/products/parkstar-park-roller-skates" target="_blank">Bont Parkstar</a> as it has a small internal heel, but ruled it out as I already had park skates. I started looking at <a href="https://www.moxiskates.com/collections/outdoor-lolly-completes/products/lolly-roller-skates-taffy-purple" target="_blank">Moxi Lolly</a> skates, which are a similar price to the Bont, the <a href="https://www.moonlightroller.com/" target="_blank">Moonlight Roller</a> - which is a bit cheaper and <a href="https://www.luna-skates.de/en/" target="_blank">Luna skates</a>, which were out of stock everywhere.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjBrEiK9saJOyKpu1K8CL-OEC8_JwWTyDZEG7eKSBAFVZ-JobvoRWoMYL2EAG3lNMfmIcmclhNvPieKeBZJs4n9ZG4JaiDW8jBSylkcs_rYdv7FHVruiFwp5Hv468MxNmmwuT6Lda3JQthUMB-DIJNAmfEpzJe7ogydPbLj5s5DdF6E4jNa3dRs55cO=s4032" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjBrEiK9saJOyKpu1K8CL-OEC8_JwWTyDZEG7eKSBAFVZ-JobvoRWoMYL2EAG3lNMfmIcmclhNvPieKeBZJs4n9ZG4JaiDW8jBSylkcs_rYdv7FHVruiFwp5Hv468MxNmmwuT6Lda3JQthUMB-DIJNAmfEpzJe7ogydPbLj5s5DdF6E4jNa3dRs55cO=w480-h640" width="480" /></a></div> <p></p><p>After doing some research I discovered <a href="https://wifa.at/wifa-roller-skating-boots" target="_blank">Wifa Skates</a>. Wifa are an Austrian Brand that have been making Ice figure skates since 1920. Recently they have developed boots suitable for rollerskating and the come in a range of lovely colours. The boots are firm but comfy and much more sturdy than the Moxi Lolly. You can buy the boots directly from Wifa and have the option of boot only or two different plate set ups that use a plate designed and made in Italy. I opted for the orange boot only. Since I ordered mine, you can now buy them from <a href="https://www.rollergirlgang.co.uk/product-page/wifa-street-suede-boot-only" target="_blank">Roller Girl Gang</a> and they have a full fitting stock in to try.</p><p>My plan was to take my boots with me when I visited my sister in London and visit <a href="https://www.doublethreatskates.co.uk/collections/roller-derby-plates/products/bont-prodigy-derby-nylon-plates" target="_blank">Double Threat Skates </a>to sort out a plate and have them mounted. However, due to the broken arm, we didn't go to London. Instead I called DTS and had a conversation about a suitable plate and plate mounting. I sent off my boots to them and they fitted my Bont Prodigy plates.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiVtv3RTNR2yi_EOoMttOt-IvBEdSnsyW21qbHq1Dqzef6nyjQVfKACHcer3MUYoXnFtQM2_epNxtagYoIG1L2QYWNWQl-xPoG4MxzssBE39aGddLev6ceeekxTjMbJk3QHoZK5pu9FHncrZ89tJvtGaH7rLCK2BAkhKLbcuQSugZyYQgV0CROYfvCL=s3024" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiVtv3RTNR2yi_EOoMttOt-IvBEdSnsyW21qbHq1Dqzef6nyjQVfKACHcer3MUYoXnFtQM2_epNxtagYoIG1L2QYWNWQl-xPoG4MxzssBE39aGddLev6ceeekxTjMbJk3QHoZK5pu9FHncrZ89tJvtGaH7rLCK2BAkhKLbcuQSugZyYQgV0CROYfvCL=w640-h640" width="640" /></a></div> <p></p><p>While they were away being mounted, I started to consider wheel options. I knew I needed something big and soft for outdoor skating and something harder for indoor. I managed to get a set of <a href="https://www.suckerpunchskateshop.com/en/moxi-gummy.html?id=99603353" target="_blank">Moxi gummy wheels</a> and bearings on facebook marketplace. These are 78a wheels, which means they are soft and will be great for rough terrain outside. I also bought some Grindstone Smokeshow wheels from <a href="https://www.begoodskates.com/product-page/grindstone-smokeshow-wheels-pack-4-pre-order" target="_blank">Be Good Skates</a>. These are harder at 92a and will be better for skating on smooth surfaces, especially indoor. I wanted something that will work for both skatepark and roller disco, and possibly roller derby. This will be my first time using a harder wheel, so i'll see how I get on.</p><p>The final touch is some coloured laces and new skate socks which I got from <a href="https://www.rollergirlgang.co.uk/" target="_blank">Roller Girl Gang</a>. I just need to make a new skate leash for hanging them up and carrying them.<br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiRtxB_1Wqahg8TMwSd7ry2u3YtdIAVrG2VOBmHYLnRCHIc_6Xp6SCXaS3W4dFziiBbfRtfwZy7FXMOISTPTVe1KMWkoAMaelCUHL9VQsSsUvW2BADFYkkIi-hqRPR45FxYGNBAQBmEc0ol_HmTB2OZal7f5PFlD9ykqJgJcc3hTrY_L5p4RvUfHN9S=s4032" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3024" data-original-width="4032" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiRtxB_1Wqahg8TMwSd7ry2u3YtdIAVrG2VOBmHYLnRCHIc_6Xp6SCXaS3W4dFziiBbfRtfwZy7FXMOISTPTVe1KMWkoAMaelCUHL9VQsSsUvW2BADFYkkIi-hqRPR45FxYGNBAQBmEc0ol_HmTB2OZal7f5PFlD9ykqJgJcc3hTrY_L5p4RvUfHN9S=w640-h480" width="640" /></a></div> <p></p><p>By the time they had arrived and were set up my arm was pretty much healed. Unfortunately the weather has taken a turn to the worse and I haven't had much of an opportunity to try them out. I managed a short blast along the prom, but then with Storm Arwen, lots of rain and dark cold nights I haven't been outside in them again. I did notice that the Moxi gummy wheels are brilliant outside, they are as soft as my Chaya wheels, but much bigger so made short work of the rough pavements. I only got to try the Smokeshow wheels on Thursday as I managed to get 1/2hr in the sports hall at work (normally there are loads of clubs on). <a href="https://www.instagram.com/tv/CXUJgYMFF-3/?utm_source=ig_web_copy_link" target="_blank">Short video on insta</a>. They slide a lot more than my other wheels, but I soon got used to them. I'm still getting used to the heeled skates as the weight distribution is different to a flat boot, but it does allow me to get much lower. Hoping to get out some more on these in the next few weeks.<br /></p><p><br /></p><p><br /></p>Claire Cooperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923437480914463238noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7882310565466082192.post-40524066580131797892021-12-12T10:12:00.000+00:002021-12-12T10:12:19.724+00:00My Heart Will Go On Dress<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjNqbw5Skg7QkFck6YiiirXcESGZFgf3X6n4qPlsgZL-biIaO1h1EZXk98VHdXnEA-F4Pqp0O5f5s7EnihUFQmcOoEh9p8f3Oirrhx917my0PQ_VcENUE1tzs57pNi0zS4WIJ2GXUPJpxcLU68io-IYtK1KBeJ9tbjDBJ8lsYJ0VCq15NdRz7Y8XeGh=s4032" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="2231" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjNqbw5Skg7QkFck6YiiirXcESGZFgf3X6n4qPlsgZL-biIaO1h1EZXk98VHdXnEA-F4Pqp0O5f5s7EnihUFQmcOoEh9p8f3Oirrhx917my0PQ_VcENUE1tzs57pNi0zS4WIJ2GXUPJpxcLU68io-IYtK1KBeJ9tbjDBJ8lsYJ0VCq15NdRz7Y8XeGh=w354-h640" width="354" /></a></div> <p></p><p>I love a quirky fabric and when I saw this one by <a href="https://www.minerva.com/mp/1259084/little-johnny-100-cotton-fabric-multicoloured" target="_blank">Little Johnny on Minerva</a> I knew I
needed to make a dress in it. The pattern is the Saraste dress from the
book, <a href="https://www.namedclothing.com/products/breaking-the-pattern" target="_blank">Breaking the pattern</a> by Named Clothing. I have made the
sleeveless version of this dress a couple of times so I knew it fit
pretty well. </p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEht5yMVFmqxCxyfuqeEG00hI3JUHmaB-fdEd3QiNZob7sgWVREfjyj11QVrt8IQgYlBV9LOxatnNIW9VgqAAnLQf7CkNOyQUE562gk6NAfreBY75bGDH_dMkUL1uFIzBtdhZbh7rrzZ9_OEhkhoMKS8L9Um7BB40aLp4mYb8km4ho6cIAl7-C0tkTlT=s3264" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3264" data-original-width="2448" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEht5yMVFmqxCxyfuqeEG00hI3JUHmaB-fdEd3QiNZob7sgWVREfjyj11QVrt8IQgYlBV9LOxatnNIW9VgqAAnLQf7CkNOyQUE562gk6NAfreBY75bGDH_dMkUL1uFIzBtdhZbh7rrzZ9_OEhkhoMKS8L9Um7BB40aLp4mYb8km4ho6cIAl7-C0tkTlT=w480-h640" width="480" /></a><br /></div><p></p><p>However, after making the <a href="https://ragbagsandgladrags.blogspot.com/2020/04/" target="_blank">shirt version</a> I noticed
some strange pulling on the shoulders. I did a bit of investigating and
made some alterations. I made a square shoulder adjustment, which meant
raising the armhole by 2cm and adjusting the slope of the shoulder to
match and a 1.5cm broad shoulder adjustment. I used a straight sleeve
from the Solina dress from the same book. I also drafted my own inseam
pockets - I mean a dress with pockets is defo the way forward and I miss
having them in my other Saraste dresses.<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiWuGDfHT5P0cdWlvg3sQVeqt8ma0jar48gorJ9yI839_F78-bP7ebSr1BQdKza7-c8rp4rLt3eT6vvGgP74LD8DPk5AwvfIj1tawYMEJbvVmrpxoa2dS5Fo4WZIes3INFSZYHbUN3ORu7rO1Fcwn4O_L8xiAa6qxl9DCw34jzHIhaEkDUlChQJZ-VM=s3528" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3528" data-original-width="2823" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiWuGDfHT5P0cdWlvg3sQVeqt8ma0jar48gorJ9yI839_F78-bP7ebSr1BQdKza7-c8rp4rLt3eT6vvGgP74LD8DPk5AwvfIj1tawYMEJbvVmrpxoa2dS5Fo4WZIes3INFSZYHbUN3ORu7rO1Fcwn4O_L8xiAa6qxl9DCw34jzHIhaEkDUlChQJZ-VM=w512-h640" width="512" /></a></div><br />I knew that matching
the pattern would be important with this fabric, so that meant some
careful cutting out. The repeat isn’t too big so 3m was ample to match
the key areas. I worked hard to match the centre front on the button
placket and the yoke on the back - I think I’ve done a pretty good job
with those. It’s harder to match the princess seams, but I tried to keep
the pattern flowing as much as possible here. I did not try to match
the pattern on the skirt sections - as they are gathered It’s pretty
impossible to see any mismatch and it would have taken yards and yards
of fabric and I hate fabric waste!<br /><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjWfah4E0FkCAccem2pPzj3bmF9_7llqr3FpczwS-BXXPE1I2YSKo19lfopV2xlKTsjGESKiuihOMPn1TKSLu0KwmbhGMRWVRqPX8aIG5YU49XtnfALNKl0Q6Gyj2umtVsVBO10krG-hUIY-oWmxpqJhXd7V3sTn7QnvdyMp7x9-ReKJl5gPwMspJER=s4032" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjWfah4E0FkCAccem2pPzj3bmF9_7llqr3FpczwS-BXXPE1I2YSKo19lfopV2xlKTsjGESKiuihOMPn1TKSLu0KwmbhGMRWVRqPX8aIG5YU49XtnfALNKl0Q6Gyj2umtVsVBO10krG-hUIY-oWmxpqJhXd7V3sTn7QnvdyMp7x9-ReKJl5gPwMspJER=w480-h640" width="480" /></a></div><br />I’ve dubbed this dress ’my
heart will go on’ dress. The pattern is lots of lovely heart shapes and
as someone who doesn’t often do florals, It fits well with my likes.
It’s a beautiful smooth fabric, presses well, It doesn’t crease
particularly. The photos were taken after a full day at work and it’s
still fairly crease-free. I have already worn it a few times to work. I
am a natural fabrics person and don’t enjoy sewing or wearing synthetics
on the whole, so having a long sleeve cotton dress to wear during the
cooler months is a bonus. It saves me shivering in my classroom when the
heating isn’t on.<p></p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh_gRFQcEzKJYQmTnyg21WTYjWXEMBpIWrp3YvBFnxuxr49r5n4d-EddDnSX1eoZABCZ0TCL9ShQV8h7bkQbdY342iBG4LjVxNwQYJPhwnpmMYgq4oVogCQ4HVM_aWI8G0od9gMeD161HtnPApXX4UAkf79FVtzrVtMwGZ7ew_PeyJghHw6yPkIlR_T=s4032" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEh_gRFQcEzKJYQmTnyg21WTYjWXEMBpIWrp3YvBFnxuxr49r5n4d-EddDnSX1eoZABCZ0TCL9ShQV8h7bkQbdY342iBG4LjVxNwQYJPhwnpmMYgq4oVogCQ4HVM_aWI8G0od9gMeD161HtnPApXX4UAkf79FVtzrVtMwGZ7ew_PeyJghHw6yPkIlR_T=w480-h640" width="480" /></a><br /></div><p></p><p>I had hoped to get some photos outside, but
what with storm Arwen and then torrential rain the next weekend. It’s
had to be in the evening when I got in from work - Hate the dark nights -
bring on the long days and sunshine!</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg_7ssY9wp6HLhd0ozpb-HtcoU-x-nJ9Y-0fEfp66PYXLhcpYG8ReEFIOpxrNOmDgDmCtkyzkh441rC0EE7gAgMrADNF_2VfApE-h_mqcw1WmsLzEvTfM_QlW0889nmCi_7JSRX9FNijtkT23e_I0Q3J_VE6wKm4VC9oKO6exlC7LYjOjThd4ayrckJ=s3664" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3664" data-original-width="2056" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg_7ssY9wp6HLhd0ozpb-HtcoU-x-nJ9Y-0fEfp66PYXLhcpYG8ReEFIOpxrNOmDgDmCtkyzkh441rC0EE7gAgMrADNF_2VfApE-h_mqcw1WmsLzEvTfM_QlW0889nmCi_7JSRX9FNijtkT23e_I0Q3J_VE6wKm4VC9oKO6exlC7LYjOjThd4ayrckJ=w360-h640" width="360" /></a></div><p></p><br />Claire Cooperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923437480914463238noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7882310565466082192.post-81915853627441570382021-11-07T09:54:00.001+00:002021-11-07T09:54:15.152+00:00Upcycled Tees<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /><br /><br /><br /></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjN_ISVIzvRhcj9ef_9RzM5JJuw46c5H0hTsQt64S1oj7Qop2-SGS-wpiTB4t4frJPt-KJuoCIdOJ1g-oQctSE5usHJQddPTsoWw6C9MNLND92JISoWuMVN7LUzp282VMt0x9AVEUfilHE/s2048/Dawn+01.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjN_ISVIzvRhcj9ef_9RzM5JJuw46c5H0hTsQt64S1oj7Qop2-SGS-wpiTB4t4frJPt-KJuoCIdOJ1g-oQctSE5usHJQddPTsoWw6C9MNLND92JISoWuMVN7LUzp282VMt0x9AVEUfilHE/w480-h640/Dawn+01.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><p></p><p>Ever since I started my sewing journey I have tried to upcycle/ refashion existing garments. Over the half term holidays I spent a day doing just this. I had several of my hubby's t-shirts that didn't fit him, so I had a look at them to see what could be made, rather than ditching them.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGDGErspOb4rOUNMrHhAZUvbwyrHQnnD6sY_WMF9kP85QtjXHV75SIM8W8JjbeQVHVqqUrpsbJeQpC9_mi8CVtqZaDLWGZad5fXzl97b6XJH9jr7cHaq_2HMUDCk_MXqlwIbXV8LOLwMs/s2048/Basic+Instinct+01jpg.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGDGErspOb4rOUNMrHhAZUvbwyrHQnnD6sY_WMF9kP85QtjXHV75SIM8W8JjbeQVHVqqUrpsbJeQpC9_mi8CVtqZaDLWGZad5fXzl97b6XJH9jr7cHaq_2HMUDCk_MXqlwIbXV8LOLwMs/w480-h640/Basic+Instinct+01jpg.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><p></p><p>3 of them I made into t-shirts for me. I had to choose a pattern carefully so that I could fit the pieces on the existing body/ sleeves of the t-shirts. I considered both the Stellan T-shirt pattern and the Basic InstincTee.</p><p>Both of these are free patterns, but I found that the stellan pieces were a touch too wide so I used the size small of the Basic InstincT tee. This fits my frame well and the shoulders are a good width, which is always my issue with T shirts!</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMDB7kQgBJMWSLFLllsfsBJTIzrCULN-t5qjMRQS4r7m3mc_MvEjFWC5fGl5szpxQMY6bcKbEX03AXlx2bkYnkvEbQunj3jevDWTP5ypb5IrCYg0zWozLE9uOTKZyHvQ8hwlJiImQpkyE/s2048/Basic+Instinct+03.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMDB7kQgBJMWSLFLllsfsBJTIzrCULN-t5qjMRQS4r7m3mc_MvEjFWC5fGl5szpxQMY6bcKbEX03AXlx2bkYnkvEbQunj3jevDWTP5ypb5IrCYg0zWozLE9uOTKZyHvQ8hwlJiImQpkyE/w480-h640/Basic+Instinct+03.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><p></p><p>The Blue and Black Tees had a graphic print on, so I had to be careful to place the front in a good position to have the print placed well. I cut self bands from the T shirt hems to create the neckline.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhP6Vp3ycIMxWbG8JEBG1D2dcyF8pmCjrpwaW8tWgDar0XOKIXjIINfpWAn4NcDMv4CzUfYAz8-ypcNS0-pKBmGGXn53HTCB-HAECpXkRmnuDerpW60ECtZPaMcD6jtvYdfYd9Ykg-4FJQ/s2048/Basic+Instinct+04.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhP6Vp3ycIMxWbG8JEBG1D2dcyF8pmCjrpwaW8tWgDar0XOKIXjIINfpWAn4NcDMv4CzUfYAz8-ypcNS0-pKBmGGXn53HTCB-HAECpXkRmnuDerpW60ECtZPaMcD6jtvYdfYd9Ykg-4FJQ/w640-h480/Basic+Instinct+04.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><p>The grey Tee was plain and I used some contrast ribbing from my stash to add a neckband and sleeve bands.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8XOI55-6KxIrZKVsSGH9LS_uiq91L9zMPbesmbPiAc5FHOTsbo-RZEIkPuLktzZICTydBuPbjrySz_5oKVJzMuGf93ezadi9px_TZ114myMAhVGEYsJcj1pQgDc3la3vsoJJUVOZA5rM/s2048/Basic+Instinct+02.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8XOI55-6KxIrZKVsSGH9LS_uiq91L9zMPbesmbPiAc5FHOTsbo-RZEIkPuLktzZICTydBuPbjrySz_5oKVJzMuGf93ezadi9px_TZ114myMAhVGEYsJcj1pQgDc3la3vsoJJUVOZA5rM/w480-h640/Basic+Instinct+02.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><p></p><p>These are already getting some wear with my new wide legged Dawn jeans.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEho2Cjm7RrzH_zy0FOqqPOKMf2mtMaU4qD4XxeZ9RwYPbXzJFe3hS2V-we5FNBgLlttIPxTNzr2_phFCAT-36aGqYaFfYrlRTerHUg_tYJ2FnsyEoYraz5Eu6N2NbjoO0ooIe-SCnoIi8k/s2048/watson+04.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEho2Cjm7RrzH_zy0FOqqPOKMf2mtMaU4qD4XxeZ9RwYPbXzJFe3hS2V-we5FNBgLlttIPxTNzr2_phFCAT-36aGqYaFfYrlRTerHUg_tYJ2FnsyEoYraz5Eu6N2NbjoO0ooIe-SCnoIi8k/w640-h480/watson+04.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><p>The other couple of Tees were desitined to be made into underwear. I used my TNT Watson pattern by Cloth habit. I thought I had nailed the fit on this, and I have with the regular band, but the longline version fits very differently. The hook and eye is very low at the back and this means there is not as much underbust support, which is where fitting is key in a bra. The longline version is wearable, but the fit is not great. I really like the back version though. Lingerie is fab to make from t shirts as the pieces are so small.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiu1H9KWgvtRovP0M98Nd-FUEYK1WCFmEdhONp9CIDwgA4mEX_qikJrvaHCRzboQYROMXcVnZeeF-0z-82EaLc7_0iHy24bgcRRQxgqWBxgDGWvp9QPCwK2tZxnMwXxsjT5JUKQUNNbb7o/s2048/watson+02.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiu1H9KWgvtRovP0M98Nd-FUEYK1WCFmEdhONp9CIDwgA4mEX_qikJrvaHCRzboQYROMXcVnZeeF-0z-82EaLc7_0iHy24bgcRRQxgqWBxgDGWvp9QPCwK2tZxnMwXxsjT5JUKQUNNbb7o/w640-h480/watson+02.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><p>All the elastics and hardware I had in my stash. I lined the cups with mesh and used cotton for the inside of the front band, making it stable.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5sibI-HhDi4jMeIorJ7v4YbEAhltQszvY4NpdRSQK9KzyY3nl0JyqZu54L2R6NvxvnkA_jNV-e-0pa8NMtEZ1bPwKBkgcrEXKwOJhByCjK5dP_YorVfviTyC6DPAJhE0OyVTSJy6K05M/s2048/watson+01.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5sibI-HhDi4jMeIorJ7v4YbEAhltQszvY4NpdRSQK9KzyY3nl0JyqZu54L2R6NvxvnkA_jNV-e-0pa8NMtEZ1bPwKBkgcrEXKwOJhByCjK5dP_YorVfviTyC6DPAJhE0OyVTSJy6K05M/w640-h480/watson+01.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><p>I enclosed all the seams so it looks pretty neat! I really should have different colours in my bobbin thread to ensure that it matches the elastic - but life is too short.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4ct8PozubdNjqD0b5AOwu-se6wMb7YJrKN_ZpzI-5T99JqlrM1yVmEw-9CzyPBIjMAKX2uqtC9OU1cnWCdMOhw0KSeqMmmkXzHBQAdXlGJFtmhFpNslh3PMJHulWGVcdxklP-fDqxnrU/s2048/watson+03.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4ct8PozubdNjqD0b5AOwu-se6wMb7YJrKN_ZpzI-5T99JqlrM1yVmEw-9CzyPBIjMAKX2uqtC9OU1cnWCdMOhw0KSeqMmmkXzHBQAdXlGJFtmhFpNslh3PMJHulWGVcdxklP-fDqxnrU/w640-h480/watson+03.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p><p>The knickers are also the watson pattern, but the waist is raised by 2cm. I do need to find a good source of suitable elastic for knickers as my options are not the best here.</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieL_DmENxfC6GM-3vnlgYJgoXjLTaqvitiPfGWzPBtpIztRz_ZZVHcS7UyKrHwp5qFxLnoFXlivGmiN9yf1o5xzRdxIHn0rx8gxF_DoI-3SQmRw-l5FEOOBAdun60Vzw1tC-KKlu5wyTA/s2048/watson+05.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1536" data-original-width="2048" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieL_DmENxfC6GM-3vnlgYJgoXjLTaqvitiPfGWzPBtpIztRz_ZZVHcS7UyKrHwp5qFxLnoFXlivGmiN9yf1o5xzRdxIHn0rx8gxF_DoI-3SQmRw-l5FEOOBAdun60Vzw1tC-KKlu5wyTA/w640-h480/watson+05.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><p></p>Claire Cooperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923437480914463238noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7882310565466082192.post-20740653646895093482021-10-26T17:29:00.000+01:002021-10-26T17:29:26.852+01:00Megan Nielsen Dawn Jeans Review<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPXgYEP9j2lkB2X4-94ZydsIhLO6YRuvvLKX_HncEfcIpg4T_8DcROGhkBN-_6vOva070eEoL1figzmg1Tl7SyEbljX-pPy4zLTdWL8QIXqPzWdiCwOTl6CXTNQUKwCNTqvZqTUrgrmh4/s2048/Dawn+01.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPXgYEP9j2lkB2X4-94ZydsIhLO6YRuvvLKX_HncEfcIpg4T_8DcROGhkBN-_6vOva070eEoL1figzmg1Tl7SyEbljX-pPy4zLTdWL8QIXqPzWdiCwOTl6CXTNQUKwCNTqvZqTUrgrmh4/w480-h640/Dawn+01.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><br />My jeans making journey continues with the <a href="https://megannielsen.com/products/dawn-jeans-4-in-1-sewing-pattern" target="_blank">Megan Nielsen Dawn Jeans</a>. Way back in 2018 I made my first pair of <a href="https://store.closetcorepatterns.com/collections/sewing-patterns-all/products/ginger-skinny-jeans-pattern?variant=39419163672710" target="_blank">Closet Core Patterns Ginger Jeans</a>, which you can read about <a href="https://ragbagsandgladrags.blogspot.com/2018/11/gingers-finally.html" target="_blank">here</a>. I'm actually wearing these right now, which is a testament as to how well they have held up. I went with a stretch jean as I thought it would be easier to fit. And that first pair was easy - however every denim I've used since has had different amount of stretch which has meant lots of alterations for each version!<p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIoDauIyYdzg4bEVDlIVi060hEmOzhkmwHqND9_ACMpBgpepGBGZDuGDJvWR48OfPYkwPnpdbzn0339pbJFyEorONMpNEuPyzHfsEE4tx9Dplns6naLHjNWZSLmtJta1ZGBFhaYYbGy_Y/s2048/Dawn+02.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIoDauIyYdzg4bEVDlIVi060hEmOzhkmwHqND9_ACMpBgpepGBGZDuGDJvWR48OfPYkwPnpdbzn0339pbJFyEorONMpNEuPyzHfsEE4tx9Dplns6naLHjNWZSLmtJta1ZGBFhaYYbGy_Y/w480-h640/Dawn+02.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><p></p><p>I've been loving the wider leg jean that has been so popular recently. I decided that I'd like to make myself some. Now with a 90's resurgence in fashion at the moment low rise is what many RTW style are going for. I still have a pair of low rise demin from the 90's (now cut into shorts) which get plenty of wear dueing the summer - BUT - I have a LONG torso, which can make my legs look short in comparison (I'm quite tall at 172cm). The low rise seems to accentuate the length of the torso, so I decided I wanted a high rise jean - the Megan Nielsen Dawn Jeans are certainly high rise. They hit right at my natural waist - which I love!</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh86VX2hIWGsUoITr__v8si77cAGZuFCIdU5AkAIGknCajRJZyZ85UKAiTlzsZiL6WMqU4bdG1zh5xqTp9M5iazz7m4Mugf1itWuQmtSFyDYJ9hkBRUdvgCsCwTveOuacXHPjidj6bxt78/s2048/Dawn+04.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh86VX2hIWGsUoITr__v8si77cAGZuFCIdU5AkAIGknCajRJZyZ85UKAiTlzsZiL6WMqU4bdG1zh5xqTp9M5iazz7m4Mugf1itWuQmtSFyDYJ9hkBRUdvgCsCwTveOuacXHPjidj6bxt78/w480-h640/Dawn+04.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><p></p><p>So, why choose the <a href="https://megannielsen.com/products/dawn-jeans-4-in-1-sewing-pattern" target="_blank">Megan Nielsen Dawn Jeans</a> over other jeans that are out there? Especially when lots of folks have had fitting issues with these - simply this - Lots of super versions out there. All trousers will need some fitting. 4 different views, so lots of bang for your buck! I made the wide leg version, full length.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgerDKQLmtlgJQfJDOC3wQPXPZCksPnpWjWKTko23uwuC3dntP-MgqiDc4wcDtkJDYE1TVSAFuxkUh0nIkNRKxqPPh9UctfzbhpS5F5lGSoPPHOEh6Mm0RRPnywOqu6sH-wv4aH9zTdC88/s2048/Dawn+03.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgerDKQLmtlgJQfJDOC3wQPXPZCksPnpWjWKTko23uwuC3dntP-MgqiDc4wcDtkJDYE1TVSAFuxkUh0nIkNRKxqPPh9UctfzbhpS5F5lGSoPPHOEh6Mm0RRPnywOqu6sH-wv4aH9zTdC88/w480-h640/Dawn+03.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><p></p><p><b>Right then - Fitting! </b></p><p>I made a toile up on some firm cotton I had in my stash. I cut a 12 at the hip, graded to an 8 at the waist. I had seen <a href="https://www.instagram.com/x_sewingpunk_x/" target="_blank">Liz Grylls</a> (sewing bee 2020) had some fitting issues with the Dawn jeans and has documented these on her instagram highlights. After making my toile I realised one of the alterations she had done I needed to do too. In order to eliminate wrinkling and odd little pleats on the inseam. I needed to add some width to the inseam at the crotch. I added 2cm both front and back. This solved the issue.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjA5gcP8Jxf7t_hCocFEgCOHMKkNCRUsjJH7WZVoYz5hr-ryJxwhel66PDZINIPsVcy5ZM-aNC3LF4L7sgDGxaRDITIPxVWpnPdjDESjVZr4rNIj2eMCFCGteDuCgSwru2eJ-ZbrVP8kpU/s2048/Dawn+05.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1536" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjA5gcP8Jxf7t_hCocFEgCOHMKkNCRUsjJH7WZVoYz5hr-ryJxwhel66PDZINIPsVcy5ZM-aNC3LF4L7sgDGxaRDITIPxVWpnPdjDESjVZr4rNIj2eMCFCGteDuCgSwru2eJ-ZbrVP8kpU/w480-h640/Dawn+05.jpg" width="480" /></a></div><p></p><p>I also found that I had some pooling of fabric just above the butt. so I took a 2cm wedge out of the centre back seam, graded to nothing at the side seams. As I have a small waist I still needed to take a bit out of the centre back width - I do this A LOT! About 1cm from the back piece = an adjustment of 2cm in total.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjD0sHvYBY-a34Nem9waSV0DbIxYQDzZzrUqSY1qCH67729OhU7sDyV5Ji9w9rRdKnJvuvswQ0jI6WjieRjz6AOUar1d1kDooQZIhp8swNXBjCUg0-pr2en_HgJ0h5ErUa76e7wwPCU1jU/s2048/Dawn+06.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1351" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjD0sHvYBY-a34Nem9waSV0DbIxYQDzZzrUqSY1qCH67729OhU7sDyV5Ji9w9rRdKnJvuvswQ0jI6WjieRjz6AOUar1d1kDooQZIhp8swNXBjCUg0-pr2en_HgJ0h5ErUa76e7wwPCU1jU/w422-h640/Dawn+06.jpg" width="422" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p><b>Construction</b></p><p>Once I was happy with the fit I prepped my denim. The denim is a medium weight rigid fabric which I bought from John Lewis with birthday vouchers. I prewashed it, pressed it and then cut the pieces out of a single layer. I had 2.2m and it was 150cm wide. As I was making the tall full length version I really did need the 2.2m and it fit perfectly. I did manage to leave a very good chunk of fabric left - theres enough for a skirt or bag or maybe evern the shorts version of the pattern - it won't go to waste!</p><p>As I made a zip fly I used the construction of the <a href="https://www.closetcorepatterns.com/ginger-sewalong-pt-8-sewing-a-fly-front-zipper/" target="_blank">Ginger Jeans </a>- I cut the front pieces with a cut on fly extension in order to do this. The zip I had bought was too small, but I managed to find a long metal zip in my stash and used that. <br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi74VjbfVfBCKG63PfQ4k8XSr1Q1mN3p26NpLYcfFVa1BhOQwzMBoooDSVUVh0iex7DK9XEfucu8XWewhhprHDxmCVJYBCAMrzxyuxUE7Dfg1JfCvCSnnuMpJu1-h0sJ9p2SaPwjXDar2A/s2048/Dawn+07.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1393" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi74VjbfVfBCKG63PfQ4k8XSr1Q1mN3p26NpLYcfFVa1BhOQwzMBoooDSVUVh0iex7DK9XEfucu8XWewhhprHDxmCVJYBCAMrzxyuxUE7Dfg1JfCvCSnnuMpJu1-h0sJ9p2SaPwjXDar2A/w436-h640/Dawn+07.jpg" width="436" /></a></div><p></p><p>As with my Ginger jeans making I basted everything together without the waistband to check the fit and see if I needed to make any other alterations, but it was all good! I had my new overlocker set up (Jaguar 099) and it handled the super thick layers brilliantly with absolutlely no issues. My Pfaff select 3.2 was set up for the construction seams and My vintage Bernina 707 Minimatic was set up on the dining table for top stitching. I used Guttermann extra strong thread for this. Having two machines really helps with the process as you don't need to keep swapping threads during construction. The only top stitching I did on the Pfaff was the buttonhole as my Bernina doesn't have a buttonhole function.</p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSSb5O5MiH0TXyKQepO9urjNt5nphod3mVVaLMdYKQ4et9rIB68y8KrDO9z6xQVhzcGG2hFvJt3KUQshVbeW30o5oVfzjJxwHUK2WvF8HN3Ds5GN1cuQjhhyphenhyphenhfr75cSMfqOD6Q9Pf4BjU/s2606/Dawn+08.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2606" data-original-width="1207" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSSb5O5MiH0TXyKQepO9urjNt5nphod3mVVaLMdYKQ4et9rIB68y8KrDO9z6xQVhzcGG2hFvJt3KUQshVbeW30o5oVfzjJxwHUK2WvF8HN3Ds5GN1cuQjhhyphenhyphenhfr75cSMfqOD6Q9Pf4BjU/w296-h640/Dawn+08.jpg" width="296" /></a></div><p></p><p></p><p>I was going to use the Ginger Jeans waistband method, but I thought I'd give the <a href="https://blog.megannielsen.com/2018/05/ash-sewalong-beltloops-and-waistband/" target="_blank">Megan Nielsen technique </a>a shot. It was actually very effective and It does mean the belt loops are secured very well. It's a good option as long as you don't have a super thick denim. I pressed all the thick bits light mad and gave the super thick areas a bit of a bash with a hammer to help compress the fabric and make topstitching easier. Both of my machines handled 8 layers of denim easily and the Bernina even managed 12 layers -where the belt loop sits over the centre back seam.<br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5-AZTti1k27HvziQ_o6snwtDY9NDeo8gesRapheBdyqdULyBTkSfTDZCFq94IQzki2kUCmG_bQh4zkG0pyhIiG-B7YV48spwC58cqb27gFCCI37-HPWYHKivdU8oD6SBCSjTnp_qwQCM/s2048/Dawn+09.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1175" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi5-AZTti1k27HvziQ_o6snwtDY9NDeo8gesRapheBdyqdULyBTkSfTDZCFq94IQzki2kUCmG_bQh4zkG0pyhIiG-B7YV48spwC58cqb27gFCCI37-HPWYHKivdU8oD6SBCSjTnp_qwQCM/w368-h640/Dawn+09.jpg" width="368" /></a></div><p></p><p>I thought I was going to need to lop a lot off the length of these, but once I tried them on with my boots I realised I only needed and extra 1cm off the length, so I just made the hem a little deeper. After the first washing they do seem to have shrunk a little more - and yes, I did pre wash the fabric.<br /></p><p><b>Opinion <br /></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW701IEn5LXNfZF2P8AGyeTrcQgPyRwILrZSRh0aX4e_JRoVyPgrlgwiKYZ9SP9tE5di36VxG-viu4OUcbfjGS0KYjcC6iu4s5skRb37oNX32Coe4EB5FMNZ5P571iRCP58bfkR3tNeOE/s2048/Dawn+10.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1468" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhW701IEn5LXNfZF2P8AGyeTrcQgPyRwILrZSRh0aX4e_JRoVyPgrlgwiKYZ9SP9tE5di36VxG-viu4OUcbfjGS0KYjcC6iu4s5skRb37oNX32Coe4EB5FMNZ5P571iRCP58bfkR3tNeOE/w458-h640/Dawn+10.jpg" width="458" /></a></div><p></p><p>I LOVE THESE. They make my legs look long due to the high waist. They are super cool and will look fab with a fitted graphic tee and cardigan. I can't wait to wear these and I'm already envisioning a needlecord version and a linen pair for the summer - not to mention the shorts version. I think this is going to be a staple pattern that will get used a lot. The only minor additional alteration I will make is to reduce the height of the side seams by 1cm, grading to nothing at the centre front/ back. I think it will give a smoother line. I love that these will need minimum alterations to fitting for different fabrics rather that the whole massive alteration, depending on fabric stretch that the ginger jeans need!<br /></p><p><br /></p>Claire Cooperhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15923437480914463238noreply@blogger.com1