OK, so I haven't completely given up on my other Alabama stitching skirt . But remember how I said the colors and all kinda came together o...
I caught Bella in her newest jersey dress. This is the Alabama Chanin six-gore favorite, tweaked for Bella's preferred fit (custom bust ...
Sharing projects inspired by Alabama Stitch Book.
Have you, like like me, planned on making an Alabama Chanin garment for years, collected the materials, but not quite got around to beginning?
As crafters, we learn different stitches over time without thinking a lot about how they're broken down. But when Natalie Chanin and her team began to look at their popular stitches more closely, they realised that they were all based on a geometric grid system a system that can easily be dissected and charted. The Geo
Four ways to apply the Alabama Chanin techniques for mending and upcycling clothes.
Alabama Studio Sewing + Design is an invaluable reference for any woman who has dreamed of creating her own gorgeous handmade wardrobe. In this follow-up to Alabama Stitch Book and Alabama Studio Style, author Natalie Chanin presents all of the stenciling, hand-stitching, and bead¬ing techniques her company uses to create the award-winning Alabama Chanin line of organic cotton clothing, plus more than 50 variations that lead to infinite design possibilities. Included in this encyclopedic compilation of Alabama Chanin skill and style are patterns and instructions for dresses, skirts, tops, a wrap, a poncho, a bolero, fingerless gloves, and a hat. Each piece is featured in both its basic form and with varying embellishment combinations. By mixing, matching, and layering, a stunning, unique, and versatile wardrobe can be built. Praise for Alabama Studio Sewing + Design: \"Transform organic or recycled materials into clothing or home décor items with haute homespun flair.\" --Better Homes and Gardens Quilts and More magazine \"Natalie is beautifully simple, yet elegant, just like her clothing. Her signature look is intricate stitching, beading and applique on basic organic cotton jersey which together make a show stopping casual look.\" --SF Unzipped \"I'm a longtime fan of Natalie's clothing designs . . . Her sewing patterns do not disappoint. These are the same dresses, tops, skirts, and accessories that carry four-figure price tags and are coveted by ec-groovy lady rock stars. The same ones. But in her books, Natalie teaches you how to make them yourself . . . Natalie's pieces are so simple to sew together . . . They go together in a single evening, and when you pull them on they don't just make you look better than you did in whatever you were wearing before, they make you feel better.\" --Heather Ross, HeatherRoss.Squarespace.com \"The photographs in this volume are exceptional . . . I think if quilters get this book for both technique and inspiration, it will be more than worth the money.\" --Meg Cox, quilter and author of The Book of New Family Traditions \"I just love that Natalie has the guts to share the tricks of her trade. The reason I say guts is that you would think that sharing how your garments are made might hurt your business--but in Natalie's case it's proved to be actually quite the opposite . . . The interest in her couture line grew once she started to write books.\" --Cathy Callahan, Cathy of California blogger and author of Vintage Craft Workshop
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In deze blogpost lees je hoe je de Alabama Chanin techniek kunt toepassen bij het upcyclen.
In today's FACES of the South feature, see how Natalie Chanin's incredible work helps makes our world a more beautiful place to live.
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Love this teeshirt so soft but it has a grease spot & I can't get rid of it. Made my stencil, & started sewing. I have her books & taking the class on Craftsy.
As we enter the second semester many of you will have a chance to explore many textile techniques. A great source of inspiration is Alabama Chanin's hand embellished couture. Explore the works with an eye for techniques you would like to try, or wonderful examples of how hand embellishment could enhance your skirts, bodices or dresses.
Recently I reviewed the great new book by Natalie Chanin, Alabama Studio Style, which got…
Yoga Pants and T-Shirt Refashion
Scream Embroidery 6 sizes 1. HXW : 2.2 x 3.5 in 55 x 90 mm stitches 2899 2. HXW : 2.7 x 4.3 in 68 x110 mm stitches 3887 3. HXW : 3.2 x 5.1 in 80 x130 mm stitches 5206 4. HXW : 3.6 x 5.9 in 92 x150 mm stitches 6549 5. HXW : 4.1 x 6.7 in 105 x 170 mm stitches 8256 6. HXW : 4.6 x 7.5 in 117 x 190 mm stitches 9939 (If you need another format that is not listed here please contact us before purchase) HOW IT WORKS -After purcchasing.you will be taken to Etsy download page,and your file also be sent via email.-You can read more about Etsy downloads here: https://help.etsy.com/hc/en-us/articles/115013328108-Downloading-a-Digital-Item?segment=shopping You will receive a zip file with the design in the following formats: dst, exp, hus, jef, pec, pes, sew, vip, vp3, www. These files are meant for embroidery machine. You can change colors as you wish for your projects. Instant download after the payment. After payment is complete, you will receive two emails from Etsy: one confirming your purchase and another email letting you know your design is ready for download. To download your file, open the designated email and click the button "View your files on Etsy". You will then be redirected to a download page where you can download your zipped file containing your design. You can also access your downloads by going to: My Account > Purchases > Click on the download button next to the purchased item. After you download your files, please remember to unzip the folder and extract the files. I don't accept returns, exchanges, or cancellations. But please contact me if you have any problems with your order. Thanks for visiting my shop. Enjoy your embroidery!
I made an embellished Alabama Chanin A-line top a few years ago. I really like how the upper portion of the shirt fit, but there was just too much fabric in the lower half. I know, flowy is the nature of an A-line top is; right? But on my short frame flowy is okay; swimming is not! I've since made a basic, single layered, slightly modified top. At the hem, I cut out about 8" on each side, gradually easing that up to the rib line. I used lightweight jersey, so the fit and drape are very nice. I decided to make another embellished top using the upper portion of the pattern, drastically reducing the lower portion, and shortening the length too. The resulting shirt really does not resemble an A-line at all. It feels more like an old comfy pullover to me. I used mid weight black jersey for the under layer and navy on top; gray paint with the paisley stencil, and variegated embroidery floss. I didn't have enough navy fabric for the sleeves. I used the gray paint to stencil the one layer of black fabric for the sleeves, and ran a line of stitching just inside the stenciled area. I used a Sharpie pen to stencil some extra elements onto the scraps of navy, and appliqued those onto the black sleeves, thus tying the color scheme together. I've been wanting to have a go at Shashiko stitching, so I did that around the larger circles on the paisley pattern on the body and the sleeves. I didn't have proper Shashiko thread, so I used DMC embroidery floss. I really like the extra touch of stitching on this garment. I'm waiting for some books on Shashiko stitching. I think once I learn a little more about it, I just might have to add to this top in the future. Have you tried Shashiko? Any tips you want to pass along?
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Hi everyone! I am back with a few more projects to share from the Papertrey Ink July release. This post features the new botanical styled set Meadow Greens. You can purchase this set now over at Papertrey Ink! I went...
Four ways to apply the Alabama Chanin techniques for mending and upcycling clothes.
That would be from December, and then January and February of the next year - in reverse chrono order. Just click on the bold type to ...
Summer is here and work has finished so it’s time to do some slow sewing, sit in my deckchair in the garden and hand stitch some new Alabama Chanins. For my birthday in June I received the la…
Recently I reviewed the great new book by Natalie Chanin, Alabama Studio Style, which got…
After an estimated 80 hours work, all by hand, here it is. What, the sunshine is too bright to show it up? Sorry, I'll go inside. Is this better? Profile shot. My only alteration to the pattern (from the Alabama Stitch Book, corset top pattern, size S) was to lower the hem at the front so it's more level with the back. Gratuitous parting shot of the twins being cute. I swear if I hadn't given birth to them I would NOT believe they are twins!
I have been bitten by the Alabama bug. Like many other similarly obsessed artisans, I have taken up my needle and thread and I am slowly sewing some tops out of recycled t-shirts. This new hand stitched clothing project began after I treated myself to the Alabama Studio Sewing & Design book. I have been wanting to purchase one (ALL) of the Alabama Stitch books for a while, but I could never decide on which one to get because I like all the patterns equally. The only reason I got the 3rd book instead of the first (I am DYING to make the corset) is because the third book looked to be the most comprehensive in terms of techniques. Well, about a week after I received the first book I ordered the Studio Style book because I decided I need to have those patterns also. So, with my start-itis in full swing I decided to make some comfy tank tops. One top is from the Sewing & Design book; CF & CB seam tank top and the other is from the Studio Style book: Princess seam tank top First, I went to Mood and splurged on some organic cotton yardage ($12/yard, 2 yards), then I got nervous about what to make with my precious organic cotton so I went to my local Salvation Army and bought about 15 t-shirts to recycle. ($.99 each!). I found that XL and XXL with no side seams and only small printed logos work the best to get the most salvageable material out of. 3XL!!!! SOOOOooooo much green cotton! Cutting the Pattern I cut off the sleeves at the seams, then snipped off the shoulder seams and the neck band. I traced off the patterns** onto oak tag because I know I will use them again and they are easy to trace around with tailors chalk. I have lots of heavy jars and containers in my sewing room that I use as weights. I was able to get the entire tunic out of this t-shirt... ...plus a bunch of pulls. Stenciling the Design I bought a little spray bottle at a local art supply store for a couple of bucks. It is especially meant for watercolor use, but to tell you the truth it is pretty generic. I will remember to save my next travel sized spray bottle. I also bought some Jacquard textile paint (it requires heat setting) but when I got home and went through my paint drawer I found that I already had a bunch of Createx paints that don't require heat setting. The spray bottle works well, but I when the paint level get's low it starts to sputter. I also had a hard time (I didn't test enough) getting the right water/paint ratio. The info is in the books, but I just didn't do a very good job following those instructions. It worked fine with more water than necessary, but my first stencil suffered from all the water and eventually started to disintigrate. I started out with an oak tag Rose stencil, but cutting it took FOREVER and it hurt my hand. When it started to fall apart I quickly decided that the (pricey) sheet of mylar (also purchased at the local art supply store) was probably worth taking the time to cut if only to have a sturdier stencil. I traced the stencil using a sharpie. Cutting it out sucked almost as much as cutting the oak tag, but this one will last longer. I used Scotch reposition-able spray mount to adhere the stencils to the fabric. It worked out pretty good. center front & back panels of the princess seam tank drying on a rack I started working on the princess seam tank first. This one is is going to be a negative applique with bright pink center and purple sides. (2 grey, 1 purple, 1 pink, large t-shirts). I'm using navy button craft thread. I wasn't able to avoid the logo on the back side panels because I didn't have a large enough grey t-shirt. I don't mind. It reminds me that these are reclaimed materials. I've made good progress in the last week. I'm trying to decide if I'm going to cut out the leaves as well. I'm thinking yes, and I'll probably add beads as well. I knew I had these beads for a reason. The green top will be a single layer with embroidery and probably beading as well. center seam tunic That's about it as of today. I hope to post more progress and finished pics, but don't hold your breath. ** The Sewing and Design patterns don't indicate wish seam is the center fron and back!!! As a fashion person I find this MADDENING!!! The only way I can even guess is to look at the shoulder seams. In theory the slant should tell me which side is center.
