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I have 7 Makers Series Riso prints in total. Please write in the notes at checkout which 5 you would like, or write me through the contact form! I'll make sure I get the right ones to you.Pick between:-The Woodworker-The Sculptor-The Florist-The Farmer-The Baker-The Weaver-The SeamstressEach print is regularly $30, and 5 would be $150. In this set they're $110. All these prints feature a creative spirit making and sharing what they love best. Each print has a little Latin phrase in them with little bugs and bird helpers! These are three color Risograph print, made by layering blue, yellow and fluorescent pink ink. Hand printed in Natalie's Los Angeles studio.Each one is size is 9 1/2 x 8 1/2 on smooth 65lb. natural white paper. *Riso or Risograph is an imperfect printing process made by layering different colored inks to create rich and vibrant images. Because this process requires adding one layer of ink at a time, slight differences in registration are natural and sometimes roller marks from the machine can occur. This is just a quirk of working with this printmaking method that makes each print unique! I always inspect each Riso print for good print registration and send them with care in a stay-flat mailer within a bubble mailer. I currently ship out once per week, please allow for 1-2 weeks shipping time. Thank you!
For the last couple of weeks, I've been working on updating the All-the-Rage Raglans eBook. This revision required lots of experimentation, which is a good thing because Louie needed shirts! I made quite a few changes to the actual pattern for this one. I modified the angle of the sleeve attachment edge, which resulted in a narrower sleeve and a wider front/back. This gives a fit that is more in line with the standard T-shirt. I shortened the long sleeves (which were coming out too long because of the stretch of the knit) and lengthened the short sleeves (which just look cooler a bit longer). I also added multiple cutting lines to the Front/Back pieces so that the patterns can be made to make shirts in a range of hip to thigh lengths. Instructions for drafting custom lengths are also included. In addition to the pattern modifications, I've included even more detailed instructions for selecting knits and tips/tricks for attaching the neckband. I've had a few customers write in and tell me that their neckbands came out huge. I double-checked the patterns and made some suggestions, but really couldn't give an answer as to why this was happening to them. One of the customers told me that she was using a ribbed knit and a thermal knit, both of which are very soft and stretchy. I decided to do an experiment with a similar material. I used a thermal knit in a beautiful shade of blue. Before piecing the raglan, I added Kimberbell's adorable Frog Charming Applique. As I started sewing, I noticed that the fabric was deceptively stretchy. It didn't seem to recover like the other knits I had worked with, either. When I added the neckband, I took extreme care to avoid overstretching, and even added in some steps to keep the neckband in check. When I was finished, I had a great looking shirt with a normal sized neckband. Of course, I had to put it right on Louie to soak in the cuteness. My glee was short lived, as the neckband started expanding right before my very eyes. Within a half hour, my little boy looked like he was ready to "Flashdance" in his off-the-shoulder frock. My conclusion - very stretchy knits are not suitable for this project. In the eBook, I now include a gauge to measure stretch, and I also give specific fabric recommendations based on what has and has not worked for me in the many raglans that I have made. Hopefully this will prevent future giant necklines. As for Louie's frog shirt, I was about ready write it off as unwearable and turn it into a dust rag. He was already so attached to that frog, however, that I just couldn't do it. Instead, I brought in a reinforcement. Twill tape is commonly used to stabilize seams in knit garments (I just looked in the hoodie I'm wearing, and it has twill tape in the neckline). Black and white twill tape can be found in the notions section at most fabric stores. I found this pack of pretty colors in the scrapbooking department. If you don't have twill tape on hand, you can also use grosgrain ribbon (it isn't as flexible, however). Before applying the twill tape, I washed and machine dried the shirt. This caused the neckband to shrink back to a reasonable size. With the shirt turned inside out and the back side facing up, I added a piece of Wash-Away Wondertape (oh how I love that stuff) to the neckband seam allowance. I folded the twill tape over 1/2" at one end to hide the raw edge... ...and stuck it into place. I trimmed the twill tape, folded the end under, and stuck it into place. Using matching thread, I stitched the twill tape into place very close to the edges. Long live Prince Froggy! The updated version of the Raglan eBook is now available at YouCanMakeThis.com. If you already own this eBook, the new file will be in your "My Library" section. Hop on over and check it out!
Details The Mari Shirt Dress features gathering at front along placket, white river buttons, mid length sleeves in luxe Japanese seerucker textured cotton. Gathered around the bust and fitted through hips, with an exaggerated opening at front placket 100% Cotton Seersucker Also available in Blue Check Mint Black & Grape Made in Melbourne Pre Order This piece is made to order by in-house or by our seamstress' here in Melbourne. Please allow up to 4-8 days for pieces to be handmade. We do carry a small amount of stock so you order could be fulfilled within 48 hours. Sizing This dress fits true to size. Narah is 175cms and wears a size small
As a designer and seamstress, I love making original looks that you can’t buy online. I prefer to redesign garments into..
As a designer and seamstress, I love making original looks that you can’t buy online. I prefer to redesign garments into..
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Alright, here we go with the sewing portion of the Madewell Scout Variation. If you missed the pattern tutorial you can find it here. For this tutorial you'll need the following supplies... Scout Tee pattern altered using the tutorial found here Fabric - I used Robert Kauffman's 6.5oz Indigo Denim Scissors, thread, pins, sewing machine...you know, the usual Start sewing according to the Scout Tee instructions. The original Madewell top has faux flat felled seams throughout the garment. To achieve this finish, begin by sewing your seam as normal. Serge your seam (alternately you can use a pinking shears or zig zag stitch on your sewing machine to keep the fabric from fraying), press the seam allowance to one side, and stitch through the seam allowance and top 1/4
Image Source In the past few days I have been trying to organize all my holiday crafting and start to get the ball rolling. All the while, in the back of my brain is the thought that I must get started on my pajamas for the Vintage Pajama Party hosted by the lovely Carla at Tiny Angry Crafters. I cut out all the pieces (or so I thought) for them a few weeks ago and it's about time to get to the sewing. I'm not a procrastinator, in fact, I'm usually the exact opposite. I like to get things done quickly and as immediately as possible, so the fact that I don't have these all done, or even mostly done yet is very unusual for me. However, knowing all the limitations I have going on with my back and my lack of knowledge, I'm willing to cut myself a little slack. I decided to start off with the pants part of the P.J.'s to get me back into the swing of things. After all, I've sewn a ton of P.J pants in the past. One year for Christmas I made probably 10 pairs as gifts for family and friends. However, those were all very simple, elastic waist pants. These are not. These suckers have waist band panels and buttons on the sides. What?!?! I've never seen this before. According to the world wide web elastic started being used in 1870, but it must not have been very popular or easily accessible during the 1940's, no doubt most of our resources were going to the war effort. Anyways, let's get to the sewing. First off are the pleats and I read "lap crease to the medium perforation, baste and stitch pleat". Ugh, here we go. The feeling of what the fuck have I gotten myself into sets in. I'm not sure exactly what they mean by that. After a mini panic attack, I figure a pleat is a pleat, just do it! If it's not exactly what the pattern Gods want, too damn bad. So I got the pleats done, they may not be perfect, but they work. Let's move on to some really sewing. My thoughts after the first seam? So glad you asked. "AAAARRRRRRGGG, why in the hell did I pick the slipperiest fabric known to man?". Seriously, it's like sewing two pieces of snot together. I should have seen it coming when my Mom said, "I hope you have a shit-ton of pins, you're gonna need them.", after I told her what material I was using. When will I ever learn to listen to that woman? But I already purchased the fabric, so I'm determined to make it work. My thoughts at this point, if I can make it thru this project without tears or throwing the whole mess off the balcony into the snowbanks, I'll consider it a win. If I actually end up with a pair of wearable pajamas then I can conquer the world. I'm really glad I have some P.J. pants experience or I would have had no idea how to make that crotch seam work. I don't remember how or when I learned the trick of putting one pant leg inside the other with right sides facing (no doubt it was probably my Mother), but I'm sure as hell glad I knew how to do it. Do all vintage patterns just assume you have the skills? As I started on step 13 I realized that I didn't know what the crap was happening. Of course, I called my Mom for assistance. Here is where I realized that I hadn't really cut out all the pieces. I somehow missed that for two of the pieces, I was supposed to cut two. By this point my back is telling me that I've had enough and it's time to put it away. I knew I wasn't going to get very far today as I woke up with my back hurting more than usual so I'm just glad I got anything done. I may not have the pants finished yet, but I got the first steps done. The first little panic attacks are over and I can now move forward with a little more confidence than I had when I started. So now it's time to get back to my comfortable spot on the couch to let my back rest while getting some more Christmas knitting done (and a blog post). Are you all making your Christmas lists yet? And, am I the only grown up who still calls her mom when ever she has a problem? I can't be the only one. XOXO, Cherry
Lovely vintage needlepoint welcome tapestry. Made in the early 1990s. It has lovely gold metal hardware on the top and bottom. The bottom also has a tassel. Sewn onto cream-colored fabric. The letters are blue with floral accents. The entire piece measures approx. 34" tall and 3.5" wide. The name of the seamstress and the year 1992 are lightly sewn on the bottom. Very clean, good vintage condition. All of the items in my shop are vintage. As such, they will have imperfections and signs of previous use. I strive to be thorough in my descriptions and photos, but please zoom in on all photos and ask any questions before purchase. 🌸🌸🌸 See my entire shop: https://www.etsy.com/shop/BuccaBeckyVintage 🌸🌸🌸
Every aspiring seamstress needs a decent pincushion. Right? So in my desire to start sewing more, I decided that a pincushion was not only ...
As a designer and seamstress, I love making original looks that you can’t buy online. I prefer to redesign garments into..
As a designer and seamstress, I love making original looks that you can’t buy online. I prefer to redesign garments into..
As a designer and seamstress, I love making original looks that you can't buy online. I prefer to redesign garments ...
I bought Del some nice manly yoga pants for Christmas. The store actually offers free hemming, but I figured that it would be much less pai...
I am 5'2" necessitating LOTS of hemming and shortening of pants, skirts, and dresses. I just can't find anything the right length. If you've ever priced the cost of professional seamstresses (and add in the time it takes to get your clothing back), it costs a fortune to have everything you buy hemmed. I learned years ago how to hem pants and skirts, but jeans always gave me grief. A couple of years ago my older sister showed me a pair of her jeans that she had hemmed professionally, and it was easy to see how it was done. The difference is that jeans typically have a worn edge. The hem is decorative, so cutting that edge off to shorten them takes away part of the character you're paying for. So I developed a tutorial for hemming jeans the way professional would. Hope you find this helpful! What you'll need: sewing machine dark thread to match the jeans iron straight pins measuring tape scissors The Process: You'll need to measure the desired length of the jeans. The easiest way I've found to do this is to have the person stand on a chair and scoot back so the heel of their shoes is even with the edge of the chair. It might be helpful to note that you definitely need to have them wear the shoes they'd typically wear with the jeans. I prefer to hem the jeans to the ground. So, using a safety pin or water-soluble marking pen, mark the desired length (in my case, where the shoe ends and the chair begins). Next, measure the amount you'll need to shorten them from the edge of the current hem to the mark you've made. In the jeans in this tutorial, they needed to be shortened 2 1/2 inches. Lay the jeans flat on a hard surface, and measure up the desired length (2 1/2 inches here) from the stitching on the current hem. Since the current hem will remain in place, that half inch or so will also remain. So, if you measure from the edge of your jeans, they'll still be a half an inch too long after hemming. Make sense? Now place a straight pin to mark. Next you'll fold the edge of your jeans up into a cuff matching the current stitching to just above the pin like this. Pin in place. To check your accuracy, divide your total amount needed to shorten (2 1/2 inches for me) by 2 (equalling 1 1/4 inches in my case). Measure from the fold to just under the current stitching making sure this amount is half of the amount you need to take it in. Next, keeping this length consistent, pin all the way around the cuff. Measure as you go to make sure you're still consistent. Repeat these steps on the second leg. When both legs are securely pinned, move the pants to your sewing machine. Carefully stitch in the ditch just along the fold of the current hem. Make sure to get as close to this fold as possible being careful not to sew on top of it or across the current stitching. Stitch all the way around backstitching where you stop and start. Repeat this step for the other leg. Remove your jeans from the machine, and turn the cuff up to the inside of the leg like this. With a steaming hot iron, press this new seam from the inside all the way around each leg. Now turn the pants inside-out revealing the new cuff on the inside of the leg. Using super sharp scissors, cut the cuff about a quarter inch from your stitching. Turn the jeans right-side-out, and iron again if necessary to reveal your finished hem. Easy, and your seam is almost invisible! As always, please feel free to comment with questions, and I'll do my best to answer.
As a designer and seamstress, I love making original looks that you can’t buy online. I prefer to redesign garments into..
As a designer and seamstress, I love making original looks that you can’t buy online. I prefer to redesign garments into..
As a designer and seamstress, I love making original looks that you can’t buy online. I prefer to redesign garments into..
As a designer and seamstress, I love making original looks that you can’t buy online. I prefer to redesign garments into..
As a designer and seamstress, I love making original looks that you can’t buy online. I prefer to redesign garments into..
My favorite detail about the Cabin shift pattern, hands down, is the pocket. I love a dress with pockets (who doesn't?) and while working on this pattern I wanted to develop something that was unique and detailed but manageable for the everyday sewist. I have always liked the look of welt pockets,
As soon as Tilly and the Buttons released the Billie pattern, I fell in love with it. I love to wear jersey and sweatshirts have fast become my wear of
Sew New Pockets in Jeans: *rrriiiiiiip!* The front pocket in my favourite pair of jeans just ripped after I put away my wallet. As I fumble the contents from the ripped pocket to various other pockets I realized that this particular repair has never come up for me before. I…
