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The first thing that struck me about the Cielo was its versatility. As I did my usual stalking of the hashtag before deciding whether to buy the pattern, I came across quite a few sewers who had made several versions of the Cielo – always a good sign – and had hacked it in interesting ways. On the face of it, it’s a ba
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This was interesting - and it took me 3 days to do it. For a pattern designed for 'advanced beginner', this is a bit of a beastie... More on that in a minute, first a look at the pattern: Really cute, with nice options. View A features front pleats, but it doesn't interest me at…
Hello Beauties! Happy Wednesday 🙂 Today I have a simple pattern “hack” for you all along with my review on the Closet Case Nettie Pattern, I’ve sewn this up in several of the variations and I absolutely love them. Nettie has scoop neck, high neck and high back, medium, low back options! Along with a bodysuit or [...]
When I started 2016 with the idea of not buying any clothing (more in this post here), I knew a swimsuit would feature somewhere in my immediate sewing future. In the lead up to a mid-winter holiday back in June,...
Schnittmusterbesprechung – Badeanzug Sophie von Closet case files | mema
You knew this post was going to happen. Yeah, we were [insert adjective here], too, that PJs were the newest pattern from Closet Case Files. The claims of slimmer fit were investigated by your diligent SSSF editors, and the ease was noted as follows: bust: 6" (umm, ok) waist: 10.5" (head scratch?) hip - top: 5.5"…
I jumped into making outerwear a few years ago and have now made lots, but somehow I've ended up with very light weight Spring jackets and...
The Sienna Maker jacket is the newest release from Closet Case Patterns and I was a pattern tester for this project full of cool sewing details. This style is described as a "chic utility jacket"
A chic and comfortable knit jumpsuit pattern AND knit maxi dress pattern. Easy to make sewing pattern & wardobe staple.
Antique White Closets- Feb 2013 - Traditional - Closet - Charleston - by A Closet Case | Houzz
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We reinterpret everyday objects, designed to speak with you and for you. There is a story behind each piece, yet by wearing them they tell yours. The Puffer Case® was created to speak with you and for you. We view the case as a communication tool as much as the phone itself.
HI DARLINGS! Today was leg day at the gym so I may be unable to walk for the next few days, lol. So glad I photographed this DIY LOW BACK NETTIE DRESS a few days ago. I have had this PDF PATTERN for years and made it not long ago in a grey knit HERE and wore it with my DIY DENIM JACKET.This is the fourth look in my #DENIMBLUECOLLECTION. Pattern, fabric, and details are below. This dress is such a hit. If you have missed the first three looks from my #DENIMBLUECOLLECTION, you can check them all o
This summer is turning out to be the summer of the caftan for me. Last week I shared a caftan hack of Lou Box Dress 1 pattern. And today, I have a fantastic, tropical Charlie Caftan to share. This year I’ve only sewn one garment with a zipper so I’m definitely into a the comfort zone with my me-mades. And, I’ll be spending a week long vacation in Hawaii this month so I’m planning to spend a lot of time in caftans. My skin is super sensitive to the sun so I always cover up as much as possible and this year, the caftan will be my go-to for chic coverage.
