Hello quilting friends! I have four new patterns to share with you this month, and they are all precut friendly. Today's reveal is Fat Quarter Flourish! Fat Quarter Flourish is a pretty 20 1/2" squa
I have a confession to make. I hate cooking. I do like eating, but I find meal preparation to be a total bore. It’s not the time it takes – I’m content to spend countless hours on a quilting project. It’s not the expense – you don’t even want to see my last quilt shop receipt. I just don’t find it rewarding. Let’s take a look at other ways Quilting is better than Cooking:1. When you finished a quilt, it’s done – yeah! But dinner? Well, you just have to make it again tomorrow and the next night and the night after that…2. With cooking, you inevitably end up getting your hands wet and that’s gross. With quilting, you get to pet pretty fabrics and nice fluffy batting. Nothing gross there.3. Food goes bad – and quickly too. Quilt fabric lasts forever. I’m 100% certain I still have fabric in my stash that’s still rockin’ the 80’s… I’m looking at YOU rainbow panda prints. But those green beans I bought last week with the best of intentions, they are still in the back of the fridge and it’s not looking good.4. With cooking, if you make a mistake – it’s over. I remember one time I recently made biscuits for my Southern Hubby and being distracted as I was, I accidentally used baking soda instead of baking powder…. they were ruined! He was polite (or possibly hungry) enough to eat them anyway, but in my opinion they were a salty, gross mess. With Quilting, if you make a mistake, you can either pick it out or just go with it… you were just being creative!5. Cooking requires a zillion widgets, pots pan, utensils, etc. all in a myriad of sizes. Although it is possible to go nuts with quilting “accessories”, at the end of the day all you need is any old sewing machine and a hand needle. That’s it. Well, maybe some kind of cutting implement but even so, that’s just 3 things. I still sew absolutely everything I make on one old 1953 Singer sewing machine.6. Cooking requires a “recipe”…. otherwise who knows what inedible concoction you are going to end up foisting on your unsuspecting family. With quilting, you can literally wing it. There are many types of quilts that are simply that, such as the Crazy Quilt, Scrappy, Patchwork, etc.7. After you cook a meal, you have to clean up. With quilting, you never have to clean up… see the above cartoon.I think I’ve made my point here today. So turn off the Food Network, clear off the kitchen table and whip up another quilt!…Please join here every other Wednesday for another fun, fiber-filled installment of By the Yard. You can read more By the Yard® at www.bytheyardcomics.com and check out our NEW line of greeting cards for crafty people, too!Follow my blog with Bloglovin
Sew Me! Sewing Basics is the perfect book for anyone who wants get started in the craft, or just needs a quick refresher course on sewing. Get started by
By Hand London sewing tutorial: a super quick and fuss-free technique showing you how to gather or ruch fabric, using just a zigzag stitch and some string (or dental floss...)
Hello sewists! I hope you’re getting comfortable pushing fabric through your sewing machine and are ready to get more creative with your stitches, because now it’s time to look at the d…
This past weekend I needed a quick and fun project to do. Camille's Mini Dwell houses were fun to make and I just dug through the scrap ...
Learn how to make your own oversized floor cushion with these 12 easy DIY floor pillow projects. They include no-sew, easy, and quick ideas!
Vintage 1960s PDF Pattern for a very cute swing, trapeze, umbrella dress. Really easy and quick 2 hour make and requires just over 2 metres in fabric. To fit BUST 31.5–36" Also comes with a FREE Sewing Project Planner PDF! Sew useful! :) Please consider leaving a review as it helps me and my small business greatly! xx Instant Download - PDF download only (not printed). You can print these files yourself at home (A4 size) or at your local copy shop (A0 size). Includes: Pattern PDF A4/Letter size Pattern PDF A0 size. How to print readme. Please note this pattern comes with instructions, but is suitable for a confident beginner. Some skills needed: Creating bias binding, attaching bias binding, finishing seams. Description: Sleeveless A-line swing dress that ties at the neck. Neck and armholes finished with bias binding and topstitched. Optional bias binding tie belt. Suggested fabrics: Fabrics with a bit of weight and drape work best. Notions: 2.5-3m of bias binding. About SewlySlowly patterns: Faithfully reproduced, accurately redrawn, PDF format, vintage patterns. Made with love and attention to detail. All patterns in English. All original pattern markings have been transferred accurately to the digital version. Be aware that vintage patterns are not as thorough and clear in their instructions as modern patterns. As such, I recommend this pattern for an experienced beginner onward. However, amazing things can be achieved with a little patience and a lot of googling! Minimal waste: I've tried really hard to minimise paper waste, print costs, and assembly time by fitting as much as humanly possible onto as few sheets of paper. I aim to fit all pattern pieces on to one or two A0 sheets. Some A0 sheets may need to be taped together for larger pattern pieces. About me: I'm Mariam, I'm a new sewist and vintage pattern enthusiast! I have a growing stash of vintage patterns, and am slowly making my way through the collection, digitising them so that others can enjoy! Follow along if you'd like to see more — I'll be making additions to the shop on a semi-regular basis. ------ If you have questions or feedback, I’d love to hear your thoughts! Email me at: sewlyslowly [!at] gmail.com. Instagram: @sewlyslowly
It's time to finally use those fat quarters you have been hoarding! We all love fat quarters for their amazing value, effortless co-ordination and "buy-me" bundling - but knowing what to do with them (other than sitting and stroking them from time to time) can be a dilemma. Not any more! This unique collection of quick-and-easy sewing projects includes contemporary ideas for DIY home decor, accessories, gifts and more - all made from fat quarters. Projects range from instant fixes needing just one fat quarter, to those using a small handful to create quick patchwork presents, to those that need up to ten fat quarters to really bust that fabric stash. Eleven talented designers from across the blogosphere contribute their patterns - including cases and cosies, bags and baskets, pillows and playmats, quilts and clothes - to this desirable, super value package that like the fabrics themselves, just begs to be taken home.
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I’m always on the hunt for quick and easy patterns, but when I can’t find exactly what I want, sometimes I just need to make my own. Today’s project required a little designing of my own. My wardrobe
Sometimes you just need a little something to take an everyday outfit to the next level. Give it a little oomph. Take this Patricia Infinity Cowl from luvinthemommyhood. It’s a quick way to dress up a plain t-shirt and instantly pulls you together. All you need is about thirty minutes and six fat quarters! Supplies:...Read More »
Buy the Anthea Blouse and Dress sewing pattern from Anna Allen. The Anthea is a dartless blouse and dress pattern with puffed sleeves. All views button up the front with a fold-over placket and bias faced neckline. View A blouse has puffed sleeves that end at, or just below the elbow with a narrow bias cuff. View B dress has puffed sleeves that are 2” shorter than view A. Both the blouse and dress have a narrow curved hemline that dips down at the back/front and comes up slightly at the side seams. The dress includes a separate tie for those who prefer a more cinched in waist. This sewing pattern is available to buy in the following formats: – PDF (available to download immediately after purchase). What is a PDF? – PDF pattern + Printed A0 copy shop (We print out the A0 pattern sheets, but you’ll need to download the digital instructions, as we don’t print these. The PDF files will be emailed immediately after purchase, and the A0 pattern sheets will be dispatched next working day). What is Copy Shop? Suggested fabrics: Non-stretch woven cotton or linen in medium (5-6 oz) or light (3-4 oz) weight, voiles and lawns, or dress/shirting weight fabrics in various fibres such as cotton or silk may also be used. Fabric requirements: Extra fabric needed to match plaids, stripes or one-way designs. Blouse: 45″ (114 cm) wide fabric: 2 1/2 - 2 3/4 yd (2.3 - 2.5 m) // 60″ (152 cm) wide fabric: 1 1/2 - 2 1/2 yd (1.4 - 2.3 m). Dress: 45″ (114 cm) wide fabric: 3 1/2 - 3 3/4 yd (3.2 - 3.4 m) // 60″ (152 cm) wide fabric: 2 1/2 - 3 3/4 yd (2.3 - 3.4 m). Sizing: 00 – 22 (approx. UK 6 – 22/24, based on our standardised size chart). Please also check the designer's size chart and finished garment measurements. This pattern was drafted for someone 5’5” with a B/C cup. Both the blouse and dress can be lengthened or shortened as desired. Notions: All purpose thread; lightweight fusible interfacing; 3/8" buttons, 7 for blouse or 12 for dress. PDF pattern includes: Instructions; US letter/A4 print-at-home pattern (50 pages); US copy shop pattern (1 sheet); A0 copy shop pattern (3 sheets). If you’re looking for more maker inspiration, check out the latest sewing pattern reviews from the sewing community. We also have a sewing blog to keep you up to date with all the news from the world of sewing.
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This is a digital, print-at-home sewing pattern for 6 versions of 1940s-style belts based on a vintage pattern. Rather have a paper pattern? Find that here: https://mrsdepew.com/shop/ols/products/vintage-sewing-pattern-1940s-style-belts-and-cummerbunds-size-medium-depew-1008-paper-pattern The pattern is a size medium, 28" waist, and includes notations in the pattern for where to add or subtract to change the pattern size to your personal measurements. The pattern can be made in the following versions: Version A - 3 button closure. Version B - 3 strap closure. Version C - Belt with narrow belt in the center as closure. Version D - Belt with center front trimming and buckle closure. Version E - Tie string closure. Version F - Belt with diamond-shaped center front and buckle closure. Notions needed for various versions: Ribbon, buttons, buckles, string, eyelets. Versions A, B, C, and E would be perfect sewn in leather for your next steampunk costume! Fabric requirements can be found in the photos. ============================================ INSTANT DOWNLOAD: Your purchase will be available for download the second your payment clears through Etsy. Simply follow the email sent to you, or click on , then and under your receipt, . ============================================ Printing a PDF is easy. Just open, hit print, and make sure that your printer scale is set to 100% (this should be the default setting in most cases). Digital Reproduction - © 2020 Mrs. Depew Vintage LLC. All Rights Reserved. For Individual Use Only.
"If you’ve been looking for an easy yet chic sewing project, this simple crossbody bag tutorial is just what you need. Designed with a minimalist aesthetic in mind, this faux leather crossbody bag is both trendy and functional, perfect for quick errands. Not only will you hone your sewing skills, but you will also end up with a fashionable accessory crafted by your own hands. Whether you’re heading out for a casual day or need a sleek purse for an evening out, this crossbody bag has you covered. "
The Adrienne Blouse is a fashion forward wardrobe essential. It is a knit top with billowy statement sleeves that are gathered up at the shoulders and hems with elastic. The length is slightly cropped with the hem hitting just below your bellybutton. Perfect for knit fabrics of all kinds. You need at least 25% stretch. If you choose a knit with more body, like a ponte, it will have a more structured modern look. If you sew it in a drapier knit, like a bamboo jersey, it will have a more romantic look. Details Includes sizes XS - 4X Beginner level sewing Designed for knit fabrics SIZES XS - M: 110cm wide fabric // 1.6 metres 135 - 150 wide fabric // 1.3 metres SIZES L - XXL: 110cm wide fabric // 2 metres 135cm wide fabric // 1.7 metres 150cm wide fabric // 1.3 metres SIZES 1X - 4X 110cm wide fabric // 2.4 metres 135cm wide fabric // 2.2 metres 150cm wide fabric // 1.8 metres
Experience the joy of jelly roll quilting! This popular trend is making a comeback, or perhaps it never really went away. With just a roll of fabric, even beginners can easily create beautiful quilts. Here are tips and tricks for...
Fierce Flora Women's Rose Blouse - Medieval Blue/Rust. We've teamed up with Fierce Flora to bring you a collection of Teagan's designs, in our own choices of colour. This blouse has a loose fitting, boxy silhouette and buttons down the front. The sleeves finish just above the elbow, both the collar and the cuffs are finished with a striped cotton frill. 100% soft organic cotton with simple wooden buttonsApprox size guide: Small (UK 6-10) Medium (UK 10-12) Large (UK 14-16) Extra Large (UK16-18)
For love, for honor, for cosplaying beloved 90's samurai anime. This pattern is inspired by the construction of traditional Japanese hakama and features distinctive front and back pleating, an attached backboard, exposed hip folds, and fully adjustable waist ties that make it perfect for all of your Meiji-era cosplay needs, or just after school kendo practice. All CUT/SEW patterns are printed on sturdy 30 lb bond paper and packaged in reusable zip-top bags for easy storage. Our PDF instructions feature diagrams for every step, video tutorials for included sewing techniques, and adjustment instructions to help achieve your perfect fit. Sizing Waist Length S 28" 42" M 34" 43" L 37" 44" XL 42" 45" * Note: This pattern features a fully adjustable waist and hem and these measurements are the out-of-the-package measurements for each size. Adjustment instructions are included to size the pattern up and down for a custom fit.
Another wardrobe staple, every girl needs a good fitting pair of day to night trousers. The Palazzo trousers are shown on our models in double crepe. They have been shortened and lengthened to accommodate the models' heights, as you can indeed amend to suit your own height. These are a quick make as there is no fly, just a centre back zip and pockets which are easily inserted into the side seams. Perfect for work or a night on the tiles, we know you will love making and wearing our Palazzo Trousers. With simple construction and an online tutorials for most of our patterns to help you through (see our website for video and photo tutorials) www.simplesewpatterns. We also have tutorials for many sewing techniques you can refer to for other projects you may be working on. We would love to see your photos of your finished garments, so be sure to email them over to us! If you need any other help or have any questions head over to our site and contact us on our webform, we are always here to help. Thank you for viewing our pattern. Your PDF is for A4 size paper and comes with full instructions, envelope front and back and a test square on the pattern. Set your printer to 'actual size' not 'scale to fit' and set at 100%. Measure your test square so that you can be sure you are printing to scale. There are lots of tutorials on our site so please visit us there if you get stuck, we are here to help you on your sewing journey! Have fun and thank you for supporting our patterns! :) x
Learn how to trace a sewing pattern from a template in no time. An easy sewing hack you'll love!
Round arm pin cushion - hook loop Prym 611340 Round arm pincushion with hook and loop tape * Pincushion covered with blue polyester * Individually adjustable to any size * Lovely practical round arm pin cushion from Prym . The strap is fully adjustable making it a perfect fit for any wrist. Pins, sewing needles etc are just where you need them when working on a project. DymphnaJane Thank you looking at my products, I really do appreciate it – I am a small business aiming to provide quality products at a fair price with quick dispatch while providing excellent customer service. I love knitting, sewing, crochet, embroidery, actually all crafts. I had a wonderful childhood in Shetland where my Mum taught me to sew and crochet and school taught us to knit. At 8 years old I was taught Fair Isle knitting at school. I am now a busy Mum of 4 and working hard to build up my lovely shop. Please keep checking back as my range grows and, if I dont stock something you would like, please just ask. If you have any questions please feel free to message me, I am more than happy to help. Thank you Dymphna
Sometimes a quick project is just what you need. The Improv Stripes QAL hosted by Debbie at A Quilter’s Table fit the bill for me this week. I always get questions when I show…
These fun and free sewing ideas for kids will have adults and kids alike enjoying the art of being sew creative!
Do you ever get an idea in your head, and even though you have a million other things you should/need to be doing instead, you just can...
I love to sew and I've been spending a bit of time in front of the sewing machine lately. Sadly and to be honest, "a lot of time" to me is really about 20 mins,
Paper Type: Value Poster Paper (Matte) Your walls are a reflection of your personality, so let them speak with your favorite quotes, art, or designs printed on our custom Giclee posters! Choose from up to 5 unique, high quality paper types to meet your creative or business needs. All are great options that feature a smooth surface with vibrant full color printing. Using pigment-based inks (rather than dye-based inks), your photos and artwork will be printed at the highest resolution, preserving all their original detail and their full-color spectrum. Browse through standard or custom size posters and framing options to create art that’s a perfect representation of you. Gallery quality Giclee prints Ideal for vibrant artwork and photo reproduction Matte finish with an acid-free smooth surface Pigment-based inks for full-color spectrum high-resolution printing 45 lb., 7.5 point thick poster paper Available in custom sizing up to 60” Frame available on all standard sizes Frames include Non-Glare Acrylic Glazing
Do you have a dress that needs a lining, but you just know is going to be difficult to create a lining? I have been working on a dress that has a mock button down shirt built into the bodice, and the curvature of the way it sits, and the way the collar, placket, and shoulders are supposed
This past weekend I needed a quick and fun project to do. Camille's Mini Dwell houses were fun to make and I just dug through the scrap ...
All Love Notions Sewing Patterns are digital downloads, you may print them at home or send to a copy shop. A physical pattern will not be mailed to you.The Allegro pattern features 7 bottom views. All views feature a pull-on style with front slash pockets, back patch pockets, a faux fly and elastic waistband with drawstring. The pants and shorts have a semi-relaxed fit through the hips and thighs, tapering down to the ankle. Both can be hemmed or cuffed. Two skirt options are included- knee length and ankle length. The ankle length skirt features two slits up to the knee. This pattern is meant for light to medium weight apparel woven fabrics.Allegro Bottoms Features: Meant for woven fabrics 4 lengths: full length, cropped, 9" shorts, 5" shorts 2 skirt lengths: knee & ankle Jogger option Optional cuffed shorts Front slash pockets and back patch pockets Drawstring & elastic waist with faux flySizes: 0-32 (See Size Charts here)Skill Level: IntermediatePattern Formats Included: Print at home for US letter & A4 paper, trimless format with layers Large format file for copy shop printing. This file will print on six A0 (33″ x 46″) size sheets. Be sure to instruct your printer to print actual size in black and white on their cheapest paper. We recommend PDFPlotting for printing the large format files. A projector file is also included for those using projector technologyRead more about this pattern on our blog:Catch up with the sewalong:
I re-discovered this thrifted napkin I had stretched across a wooden frame recently & decided I wanted to finish it off with a happy word in a happy font on some happy fabric: I'm really happy with how it came out :) and for this week's vintage embroidery pattern I've got this cute little illustration that was on a envelope I thrifted...although it's not technically a pattern I thought it would cute stitched up nonetheless: happy stitching!
Here’s a knit for all kinds of brains: the ones who latch onto feats of engineering, as well as the ones that ponder beauty’s mysteries. Ainur Berkimbayeva‘s Tiny Tucks Top is filled with moments of surprise in both departments! A good challenge for intermediate or even advanced beginners, the front is knit sideways, with pretty little knit-in tucks along the way, then you pick up at the shoulders and knit the back top down. A few rounds of ribbing tidy up the bottom edge, while the neckline and armholes get a pick up and bind off finish. Lots to think about and tons of fun, too! Pick up just 2 or 3 skeins of lovely Cattail Silk to cast on, and view Product Details below for more info.
I love decorative pillows but I don't love how much they cost! Pillows are so easy to make and just add one quick step to weatherproof them for the outdoors. No sewing machine required with Beacon Adhesives Fabri-Tac! For this project, all you need is fabric, polyfill, rope, pins, Beacon Adhesives Fabri-Tac and weathe
Confession: I've never made a Jelly Roll Race Quilt. Well, before last week anyway. I just wasn't a fan. But then the shop I work for needed one made and I volunteered. I did a bit of searching
Make yourself a Titanic evening gown with this downloadable pattern! You need our downloadable pattern for this stunning evening gown based on an original pattern from the 1910s. This elegant gown can be made a variety of ways so you don’t have to worry about looking like everyone else at the Titanic ball. The pattern includes a fitted undergown with boned bodice and one overgown option (the center figure shown on the pattern cover). Instructions for draping other styles of overgown (shown on either side of the central figure) are included. Many embellishment suggestions are also in the pattern as well as complete historical notes and documentary evidence. One pattern = many gorgeous 1910s gowns! You just have to follow the instructions. Fits busts 28″ through 48″, waists 20″ through 40″, hips 30″ through 50″ with instructions for conversion to larger sizes. All 11 sizes are included in one digital download. Also included are assembly instructions, embellishment suggestions, and the extensive historical notes you’ve come to expect from Reconstructing History. Your purchase delivers as a zipped PDF download. Take to a print shop to print full size or follow our instructions at https://reconstructinghistory.com/tile-large-printer-pages/ to tile and print on your home computer. Suggested Fabrics: silk satin for undergown lace, chiffon, net, or other diaphanous material for overgown Notions: thread, steel boning, hooks and eyes, snaps, embellishments such as paillettes, stones, embroidery, et cetera Yardage Requirements: 3 yds 60″ fabric for underdress, overgown yardage varies with options Let us help you! At Reconstructing History, we want to see you wearing the best garments you are capable of making. Email us at info [!at] reconstructinghistory.com) and we will answer any questions you might have.
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