tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-72076765890135733632024-03-21T08:46:00.482-05:00Made by Laura!My adventures in sewing all things and learning lots as I go!Laura Hinze http://www.blogger.com/profile/01670984568127498299noreply@blogger.comBlogger161125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7207676589013573363.post-24618246563122201632021-04-22T16:49:00.002-05:002021-04-22T16:49:37.663-05:00The Tank Dress 3-ways by Pattern Emporium<p>It's been a while since I posted. I've been sewing, helping my kindergartener with virtual school, and living, which just hasn't left me with a lot of time for blogging! Life happens! </p><p>But... I've kind of missed writing, and I decided that now was the perfect time to make a new post. I had the opportunity to sew a pattern I really liked, and I got excited enough to find the motivation to write about it! 😉</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/AVvXsEjokYP7LpxB8QzwLKzOaucgX8-HUmB0I3GutqSaMr8FFi50ISjUCmYH1X5H8ISJ4IQfJdKJn6NwymSgatazO1wzVvrIwrT8N09Ti2U7f9CO7zK6p7RYWrHGD3U5fEfcU-u6rjzC_NLeG4M/s6000/DCS_9579.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="6000" data-original-width="4000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjokYP7LpxB8QzwLKzOaucgX8-HUmB0I3GutqSaMr8FFi50ISjUCmYH1X5H8ISJ4IQfJdKJn6NwymSgatazO1wzVvrIwrT8N09Ti2U7f9CO7zK6p7RYWrHGD3U5fEfcU-u6rjzC_NLeG4M/s320/DCS_9579.JPG" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhl2lcSZMrYrcUEjAMtieJv8cJmYekdaR_maRAET5NhzGv0HP3yGhwpoLGiLBopKR_SvHAjzsYGBbKuEufm4m7LuLsS2j-fETxeS3MnL7f_O3MLRW1_c7ULBmrvVzRpCGZPY90kEdvwUog/s1620/image00009.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhl2lcSZMrYrcUEjAMtieJv8cJmYekdaR_maRAET5NhzGv0HP3yGhwpoLGiLBopKR_SvHAjzsYGBbKuEufm4m7LuLsS2j-fETxeS3MnL7f_O3MLRW1_c7ULBmrvVzRpCGZPY90kEdvwUog/s320/image00009.jpeg" /></a><br /></div><br /></div><br /><p></p><p><i>**Disclosure: I have included my affiliate link to the pattern used in this post. If you choose to purchase a Pattern from Pattern Emporium using my link, I will receive a small commission of the sale at no additional cost to you.**</i></p><p>The pattern I tested is from Pattern Emporium. I love their patterns for a few reasons. I've posted before that I have kind of broad shoulders and on with some designers I have to adjust patterns to fit them. There are a couple of designers that seem to fit me well with no adjustments to the pattern pieces and this is one of them. I'm always drawn to testing or sewing their patterns because I know that I can easily get a good fit without too much extra work!</p><p>This pattern doesn't have shoulders... so that doesn't really apply here, but I had the time to test and KNEW I would end up with a finished dress that I love. This is the NEW <a href="https://patternemporium.com/products/tank-dress-with-gathered-a-line-circle-skirt-pdf-sewing-pattern?aff=70" target="_blank">Tank Dress 3-Ways</a></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiErCDNEIwRNqqEWP5JORR7aECc0tSenhxzeMpkzRyE1HpVTsdIrMRxRWbSLB5UtJhtPI1WGATHrc_xrQtFF6PXU3HmKYsP7NbF5ASP7oTY6PkdWISa336JFekLUA7GMlKkKuby0VdtYKo/s6000/DCS_9581.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="6000" data-original-width="4000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiErCDNEIwRNqqEWP5JORR7aECc0tSenhxzeMpkzRyE1HpVTsdIrMRxRWbSLB5UtJhtPI1WGATHrc_xrQtFF6PXU3HmKYsP7NbF5ASP7oTY6PkdWISa336JFekLUA7GMlKkKuby0VdtYKo/s320/DCS_9581.JPG" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>A few weeks back, they released their new TANK TOP. I loved it, but didn't have time to test at the moment, and still haven't made one. It's on my never-ending list, however. I loved the look of the wide binding and the cut-away style of the straps. It is very different from a regular tank top, setting it apart from the styles that most designers have in their shops. </p><p>The <a href="https://patternemporium.com/products/tank-dress-with-gathered-a-line-circle-skirt-pdf-sewing-pattern?aff=70" target="_blank">new dress </a>has the same cut-away straps and wide binding as the tank top, but has a slightly more fitted silhouette. </p><p><b><i>All About the <a href="https://patternemporium.com/products/tank-dress-with-gathered-a-line-circle-skirt-pdf-sewing-pattern?aff=70." target="_blank">Dress</a>:</i></b></p><p>There is one bodice style for this dress. As I mentioned, it includes the cut-away look at the straps and wide binding that ends up being around 3/4" thick.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-Y5OAeH02cMmVPZlipfbGFtut1oRSg34TMENQzGPfrlfMZKe2vzE6P9VYO3BipMKB5Mch0uXIC9TkElcuA2GbqZy66jIs3Ftfgsb-2YIr1zrFaC_MsR5Qy-TDn2NLD1SX3JxZBzFHjj0/s6000/DCS_9597.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="6000" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-Y5OAeH02cMmVPZlipfbGFtut1oRSg34TMENQzGPfrlfMZKe2vzE6P9VYO3BipMKB5Mch0uXIC9TkElcuA2GbqZy66jIs3Ftfgsb-2YIr1zrFaC_MsR5Qy-TDn2NLD1SX3JxZBzFHjj0/s320/DCS_9597.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>It is given the name "3-Way" because of the three different skirt styles included in the pattern. You can sew this dress with a simple A-Line Skirt, a full gathered skirt, or a twirly circle skirt.</p><p>I chose to make both of my <a href="https://patternemporium.com/products/tank-dress-with-gathered-a-line-circle-skirt-pdf-sewing-pattern?aff=70." target="_blank">dresses </a>with the A-Line skirt. There are also two lengths included for each skirt (above the knee or below the knee). I sewed both lengths during testing.<b><i> </i></b></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><b><i><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMWQY0TAavmBKMi7SYbc_aWBA2xsUZ3WMDVSXQnWv4RGDZnAfa73i_KC0pxpMAFtLzJ_yQX7Siq7PPXVgGXtN0kVYbpooOTBO0SiQNDUh88GuiIoHpEV6pVBjOfW5prayyws-iTpvyawc/s6000/DCS_9586.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="6000" data-original-width="4000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMWQY0TAavmBKMi7SYbc_aWBA2xsUZ3WMDVSXQnWv4RGDZnAfa73i_KC0pxpMAFtLzJ_yQX7Siq7PPXVgGXtN0kVYbpooOTBO0SiQNDUh88GuiIoHpEV6pVBjOfW5prayyws-iTpvyawc/s320/DCS_9586.JPG" /></a><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkLtt2kDhZYPJGHPCbCnQNXjzCFSHQZLvZD6QwXLHTgEdiFr43mX7bRowvWbUQND9N4fdnYiatlGhYNLeTEpjq0njM1a05ZU5tJxiG4yXkVLSz56dHZVxgrDyRHBRqgboUzd8fgUNZL9c/s1620/image00003.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgkLtt2kDhZYPJGHPCbCnQNXjzCFSHQZLvZD6QwXLHTgEdiFr43mX7bRowvWbUQND9N4fdnYiatlGhYNLeTEpjq0njM1a05ZU5tJxiG4yXkVLSz56dHZVxgrDyRHBRqgboUzd8fgUNZL9c/s320/image00003.jpeg" /></a></div><br /></i></b></div><b><i><br /></i></b><p></p><p><b><i>Adjustments I Needed and Thoughts: </i></b></p><p>The only adjustment I needed in testing was to remove a little length from the bodice so that the waist seam would hit at my natural waist. Everything else was made exactly according to the pattern. </p><p>I love the fit of the dress. I find it very comfortable. With this style of straps, it is likely that most regular bra straps will show. I have a bra that has a hook on the back so that the straps can be hooked closer together. It works very well with this dress. </p><p>After making my first <a href="https://patternemporium.com/products/tank-dress-with-gathered-a-line-circle-skirt-pdf-sewing-pattern?aff=70." target="_blank">dress</a>, I had a little strip of fabric left over and decided to make a sash to see how I liked it. I like it both ways. 😊</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMQyG4yEE-FSiowdzP0ka2s9pKpE6C27UliAVBDiRRUPjkLCHixtQTrc2t780zJdaPvpsQ4vJIdz5uFBi2g6uZqp70iDwdPPn1Lu905zmdFfAQ5f-3ivDD6vO3aXSQp90N-9hAdgxcr1I/s1620/image00016.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMQyG4yEE-FSiowdzP0ka2s9pKpE6C27UliAVBDiRRUPjkLCHixtQTrc2t780zJdaPvpsQ4vJIdz5uFBi2g6uZqp70iDwdPPn1Lu905zmdFfAQ5f-3ivDD6vO3aXSQp90N-9hAdgxcr1I/s320/image00016.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiygFI3Bl_p8u2iXJt4UHIjq9aIiSyL_0V47VDC9b9MRSip_gNPdvFqgJcgklxGe1qELMnnKn8eCWU-RgcbvA2HBSZzrKA9SGBUK0cKl5zUFH8aduXcJTHkMYpmBdEOqh5mdc0rrJRO4zw/s1620/image00012.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiygFI3Bl_p8u2iXJt4UHIjq9aIiSyL_0V47VDC9b9MRSip_gNPdvFqgJcgklxGe1qELMnnKn8eCWU-RgcbvA2HBSZzrKA9SGBUK0cKl5zUFH8aduXcJTHkMYpmBdEOqh5mdc0rrJRO4zw/s320/image00012.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>I tried both lengths in testing. I really love the below the knee length skirt though! </p><p><b>Fabric:</b></p><p>For the first dress I made, I used some leftover DBP fabric I had from a different project. This is actually why I have an above the knee dress - I only had enough for that length. The fabric was from <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/brushed" target="_blank">Amelia Lane Designs</a>. </p><p>The second dress I made was in SBP (Single Brushed Poly). I made the below the knee length with this dress. </p><p><b>SALE!!</b></p><p>The dress is on sale only for a couple of days! So... if you are interested in purchasing it at the sale price, check it out quickly!! <a href="https://patternemporium.com/products/tank-dress-with-gathered-a-line-circle-skirt-pdf-sewing-pattern?aff=70" style="background-color: white; color: #4b11a8; font-family: arial, sans-serif;">https://patternemporium.com/products/tank-dress-with-gathered-a-line-circle-skirt-pdf-sewing-pattern?aff=70</a><span style="background-color: white; font-family: arial, sans-serif;">. (Affiliate Link)</span></p><div><b style="color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;">Thanks for Reading 💗 </b></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #292929; font-family: "lora" , serif;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; color: #292929; font-family: "lora" , serif;">I hope you have enjoyed this post! 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Frequently, they give me the opportunity to sew something I might not otherwise and try something new. I have learned a lot sewing for them, like how to sew swim and athletic wear. But I've also learned that I actually LIKE wearing fun prints and designs that I haven't always worn. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQN-Y733RlXLRHDhIOXo6LRobqWuSFcZZKUSCYQcjVpYH6ZEuWZwpK_RRb2pU0HQq8zgusYgIllJIC4LjR3Ak2BnJI3ifiTpan4vULE_UB5HRPy2i2r3jAeo85f7jPh2dZa6cPqu9cjsY/s1620/image00008.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQN-Y733RlXLRHDhIOXo6LRobqWuSFcZZKUSCYQcjVpYH6ZEuWZwpK_RRb2pU0HQq8zgusYgIllJIC4LjR3Ak2BnJI3ifiTpan4vULE_UB5HRPy2i2r3jAeo85f7jPh2dZa6cPqu9cjsY/s320/image00008.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>**<i>Disclosure: I have included affiliate links to patterns used in this post. If you choose to purchase a pattern using my link, I will receive a small commission of the sale at no additional cost to you.**</i></div><div><br /></div><div>For this release, I tried something that is really not me - this fun animal print! There have been a few releases recently with fun animal-print fabrics, and I have not sewn any of them, because I thought I wouldn't like wearing them. But after seeing some of the other sewists in the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/ALDfabric/" target="_blank">ALD Facebook Group </a>sharing their makes, I knew I HAD to try it! I am really glad I did. This dress makes me so happy!</div><div><br /></div><div>This fabric is a double brushed poly fabric, and I don't know how, but it is one of the softest DBP fabrics I have EVER used. I really love it. Funny story, when I was cutting this dress, one of our dogs fell in love with this fabric. I kept having to move him off of the fabric to finish cutting it. Then later I caught him moving a piece of my dress with his teeth and taking it to lay his head on. I thought it was so funny. So, it is also pup-approved. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3S4DES86P2QTnQQyOQvU3DQFUYDChCxbICkMoz3CGj8os0l2Rt4JBuSxzTNAMZ6JwEOjkpb_KgKNy41BxAsTbHrcr4Btb75vcNWomS2fuDbPgMY2Ie9E4SBKhqTtAMSF4YoI20-ABZA8/s1316/139923545_10218774309288171_5230838671125451617_o.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1316" data-original-width="640" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3S4DES86P2QTnQQyOQvU3DQFUYDChCxbICkMoz3CGj8os0l2Rt4JBuSxzTNAMZ6JwEOjkpb_KgKNy41BxAsTbHrcr4Btb75vcNWomS2fuDbPgMY2Ie9E4SBKhqTtAMSF4YoI20-ABZA8/s320/139923545_10218774309288171_5230838671125451617_o.jpg" /></a></div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>My dress is made using the <a href="https://custommadebylaura.blogspot.com/2018/12/the-dakota-by-sinclair-patterns.html" target="_blank">Sinclair Dakota </a>dress. I tested this pattern when it released, and really loved it during the pattern test. This pattern has a tunic length and a dress length. The front can be made with or without a placket, and there are two neckline options. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkUPDTpQlQWs8c7wJb4HwSogHDITwg1KfuGNNIPcVx99g6J67VzgGlNuKrzieoKzDQ5mQMbWK39-3t9z-FavVZlEnbpbru_FV0jo1IH3fxJcU9eZQeArZ21ZgCg46090bnvuuJUHF4mmE/s1620/image00009.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1620" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhkUPDTpQlQWs8c7wJb4HwSogHDITwg1KfuGNNIPcVx99g6J67VzgGlNuKrzieoKzDQ5mQMbWK39-3t9z-FavVZlEnbpbru_FV0jo1IH3fxJcU9eZQeArZ21ZgCg46090bnvuuJUHF4mmE/s320/image00009.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://custommadebylaura.blogspot.com/2018/12/the-dakota-by-sinclair-patterns.html" target="_blank">This pattern </a>was also one of my very first ALD sews when ALD was first opening. It is a great pattern, but I had not used it in a while. I recently discovered a dress that I had cut out almost two years ago from this pattern that was unsewn and forgotten. I remember cutting it out before our vacation, trying to finish it to take with me, but I didn't have time. And... life happened and apparently I forgot about it when we got back. So after finding the dress pieces, I sewed it up, and remembered how much I love the pattern. When I chose to sew this fun print, I knew immediately that I wanted to sew the <a href="https://custommadebylaura.blogspot.com/2018/12/the-dakota-by-sinclair-patterns.html" target="_blank">Dakota Dress</a>. It is so nice, and really beautiful. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLF7Ac8YnfXLPdF29fMagux9YByfwTdKNc-v8IFjFUQZpZsX9PdNnkxxgYBmghDmmFuFWSed0XNAgmC3MjYUzvkL1BOc0PphsmzXun9d4TtXr3uXY-NJ9YW22C09QEbRULkQ6DZAPtp2Y/s1620/image00002.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLF7Ac8YnfXLPdF29fMagux9YByfwTdKNc-v8IFjFUQZpZsX9PdNnkxxgYBmghDmmFuFWSed0XNAgmC3MjYUzvkL1BOc0PphsmzXun9d4TtXr3uXY-NJ9YW22C09QEbRULkQ6DZAPtp2Y/s320/image00002.jpeg" /></a></div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>For my dress, I sewed the non-placket front with the scoop neckline. I used 3/4 length sleeves. I gathered the skirt with elastic (also from ALD). I don't really like gathering. It's just not my thing. So, the cheater gathering with elastic method makes me so happy. </div><div><br /></div><div>With COVID, I don't go many places right now. We are doing virtual school, and trying to do our part and stay home as much as we can to keep everyone well! The only place I go most weeks is to take Daniel to speech therapy. I wore my dress up to the clinic one day, and got two compliments while I was inside. I already loved the dress, but compliments make anyone feel good! It made me even happier with it! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1EMUvBc9QyZ5S1izLuWU9_OcUzob3hZq91I12lgFCQhvGmlM_wYiJqDi5SY5Wbyc3KSiFSpkNXpZ-yFy3fEkSN3twjUVz91bJ246aLOse9ZffmQXRt2zbuZ-F1-RQO8XrllB9XebNP34/s1620/image00006.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1EMUvBc9QyZ5S1izLuWU9_OcUzob3hZq91I12lgFCQhvGmlM_wYiJqDi5SY5Wbyc3KSiFSpkNXpZ-yFy3fEkSN3twjUVz91bJ246aLOse9ZffmQXRt2zbuZ-F1-RQO8XrllB9XebNP34/s320/image00006.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>The fabric is called <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/product-page/zari" target="_blank">Zari</a>. It is on sale through Monday, February 1, 2021 with the other new releases. It is so gorgeous and soft. I promise you won't be disappointed! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipWQ8N8l607jtuRTzEwjZMBMTTDs0KUrQ1xJ9H7HC2vPeU2BOCgJ3Lb_Dy4KOaOOMC2ZGOp4nR3rxwatUwxFu6nrZ8YBVKHO9uxYSQSFRkjPPp3azPzAsKo1XZqIugewq1fyKCKRb_z0c/s1620/image00004.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipWQ8N8l607jtuRTzEwjZMBMTTDs0KUrQ1xJ9H7HC2vPeU2BOCgJ3Lb_Dy4KOaOOMC2ZGOp4nR3rxwatUwxFu6nrZ8YBVKHO9uxYSQSFRkjPPp3azPzAsKo1XZqIugewq1fyKCKRb_z0c/s320/image00004.jpeg" /></a></div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>The other sew I have for this release is for my sister. I also had this gorgeous light blue rib fabric. I really love it! I LOVE the color blue. It is my favorite color. I've never met a blue that I didn't like. So when I saw this one, I wanted it. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFlhsXxVeVeAA-jMIxxNOomME7EUQc0DtVje0jkuOaCzGi9Y2HJKhvdDp-HTw0-uReMiIRVqlrvRgBFLQ9EPJgclei-ekKLG6oCtHz38-58cjf1MRE5jpMsuTzAMo-vEXNls4JBHFcewo/s1029/image00002.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1029" data-original-width="685" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFlhsXxVeVeAA-jMIxxNOomME7EUQc0DtVje0jkuOaCzGi9Y2HJKhvdDp-HTw0-uReMiIRVqlrvRgBFLQ9EPJgclei-ekKLG6oCtHz38-58cjf1MRE5jpMsuTzAMo-vEXNls4JBHFcewo/s320/image00002.jpeg" /></a></div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>I originally planned to make another <a href="https://custommadebylaura.blogspot.com/2020/01/the-seamwork-neenah.html" target="_blank">Seamwork Neenah</a>, but since I'm not going many places, I really didn't need another dress at the moment. I love the Neenah, but it is one I like for church or dressing up a tad. I thought about cutting it to top length like I did for my cousin a couple of months ago, but then when I was holding the fabric and looking at it, I started thinking about how stretchy it is! I decided that this would make the perfect maternity top that could totally be used post-pregnancy too. </div><div><br /></div><div>I called Leah, asked her if she liked the fabric (of course she did), and asked her to try on a specific top, because I had an idea.</div><div><br /></div><div>Last year, I made both of us the "<a href="https://patternemporium.com/products/like-a-boss-batwing-top?aff=70" target="_blank">Like a Boss Batwing</a>" top by <a href="https://patternemporium.com?aff=70" target="_blank">Pattern Emporium </a>from some ALD Pointelle. I blogged about them <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/product-page/chambray-rib-knit-solids" target="_blank">HERE</a>. We both loved them. The pattern is super loose at the top, a dolman style, and made to gather a bit to sit at the hip. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEkD3VyE5G7od9AtUA3ge0Zfdi7YW-JUnllkaM75BSfvu0a7FqYOG9TUjluNnZoUKvO0kDduK_dieoZEFk7l4djUtY6l4b05pzao3eE_OrgWDEAFVYR4JDMnIev3Grvdaek5xXaGwUIGk/s876/image00006.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="876" data-original-width="584" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEkD3VyE5G7od9AtUA3ge0Zfdi7YW-JUnllkaM75BSfvu0a7FqYOG9TUjluNnZoUKvO0kDduK_dieoZEFk7l4djUtY6l4b05pzao3eE_OrgWDEAFVYR4JDMnIev3Grvdaek5xXaGwUIGk/s320/image00006.jpeg" /></a></div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>I had her pull her shirt over her belly and tell me how it fits. I knew it would be too short, but thought that if the fit was good enough, I could add a bit of length to fit her now. We decided to add about three inches to give her enough length. She was almost 34 weeks when we took the photo. The fabric is definitely stretchy enough to accommodate her for a few more weeks. Then, after the baby arrives, she can either wear it as a tunic length top over leggings, or we can chop off the extra three inches, hem it again, and she could wear it as <a href="https://patternemporium.com/products/like-a-boss-batwing-top?aff=70" target="_blank">originally intended</a>. </div><div><br /></div><div>I think it looks amazing on her. She loves how soft it is. Seriously... they somehow find the SOFTEST fabrics! 😍<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhY0AfDbuj_Vxp8LVxotZ8-Uv3fwDRZv5gWrwsJOjEVAfIVHphyphenhyphenXxoCoKuv19VWYCwChmRVnOUn4n1B3Is_qafA4LrlK_BN3t-QblRCIXD7-EljUUElfueOiZ6uVgV2Eh3J0Do8rKE0Bpc/s866/image00008.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="866" data-original-width="578" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhY0AfDbuj_Vxp8LVxotZ8-Uv3fwDRZv5gWrwsJOjEVAfIVHphyphenhyphenXxoCoKuv19VWYCwChmRVnOUn4n1B3Is_qafA4LrlK_BN3t-QblRCIXD7-EljUUElfueOiZ6uVgV2Eh3J0Do8rKE0Bpc/s320/image00008.jpeg" /></a></div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://patternemporium.com/products/like-a-boss-batwing-top?aff=70" target="_blank">This pattern </a>has a ton of options. It has quite a few neckline choices. It can be made with short sleeves or long sleeves (with the added long cuff piece). It is a super, super quick and easy sew. I've made it a few times, and wear my top made from this pattern very frequently. </div><div><br /></div><div>It is <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/product-page/chambray-rib-knit-solids" target="_blank">Chambray Rib Knit</a>, and is also one of the new arrivals on sale through February 1, 2021. </div><div><br /></div><div>There are several other really amazing fabrics this release, so don't miss out on the New Arrivals! 💓</div><div>Shop the NEW ARRIVALS here: <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/new-arrivals-1">https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/new-arrivals-1</a></div><div><br /></div><div><div><b style="color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;">Thanks for Reading 💗 </b><span style="background-color: white; color: #292929; font-family: "lora" , serif;">I hope you have enjoyed this post! I would love for you to come follow me on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Custom-Made-by-Laura-1250222801812095/" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hinze.laura89/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, and <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/hinzelaura89/" target="_blank">Pinterest</a>. </span></div><div><div><span style="color: #292929; font-family: "lora" , serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><br /></span></span><span style="color: #292929; font-family: "lora" , serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">Also, come subscribe to my blog to receive notifications of new posts below! </span></span></div><form action="https://feedburner.google.com/fb/a/mailverify" method="post" onsubmit="window.open('https://feedburner.google.com/fb/a/mailverify?uri=blogspot/vbOdI', 'popupwindow', 'scrollbars=yes,width=550,height=520');return true" style="border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 3px; text-align: center;" target="popupwindow">Enter your email address:<br /><input name="email" style="width: 140px;" type="text" /><br /><input type="submit" value="Subscribe" /><br />Delivered by <a href="https://feedburner.google.com/" target="_blank">FeedBurner</a><br /></form></div></div>Laura Hinze http://www.blogger.com/profile/01670984568127498299noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7207676589013573363.post-268288415384760122021-01-25T14:33:00.002-06:002021-01-25T14:33:49.158-06:00New Athletic Set - ALD fabrics <p> Every month, Amelia Lane Designs is featuring a new fabric of the month. The featured fabric type is discounted throughout the entire month! It's so nice if your favorite fabric type is featured or one that you've just been wanting to try. </p><p>This month, the featured fabric is Athletics! I LOVE the athletics from ALD! And, the best part is, every time I make something new from athletics, I get motivated to move and exercise!<i> </i></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjClDV_914TJkupa4dVK7rADRR-K9JLhXndtAd71ILLgVXKc3hsYAljdGjlEDflvnc7b2wEHm9LNmn9EyxpNMBXRxLTW2UB4xop2k9LyxWlR5JDjShITcRZe3nl4OJMciGK384sd4IIAXY/s1620/image00012.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjClDV_914TJkupa4dVK7rADRR-K9JLhXndtAd71ILLgVXKc3hsYAljdGjlEDflvnc7b2wEHm9LNmn9EyxpNMBXRxLTW2UB4xop2k9LyxWlR5JDjShITcRZe3nl4OJMciGK384sd4IIAXY/s320/image00012.jpeg" /></a></i></div><i><br /></i><p></p><p><i>**Disclosure: I have included affiliate links in this post. If you choose to purchase a pattern using my link, I will receive a small commission of the sale at no additional cost to you.**</i></p><p><b>This Set: </b></p><p>For the top, I used a fabric called "<a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/product-page/black-swim-solids" target="_blank">Sportivo</a>." This is a nylon/ spandex blend. It can be used for athletic tops, sports bras, and even swimwear. I LOVE<a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/product-page/black-swim-solids" target="_blank"> this fabric</a>! </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQXecqcoCpyR_pgTZbZ0w-n7ZJsZwIaX_Fn9e2IcSQ9ucrzKp991Ck9CXSPHjLa_SZpH133T4oIpanvm1UgwiD_3CuedJeWsXQ1Sz_J_rWXk_Uu5Tk6fTYMVNFKeCZlCTevn9v2u-pzqs/s1620/image00011.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhQXecqcoCpyR_pgTZbZ0w-n7ZJsZwIaX_Fn9e2IcSQ9ucrzKp991Ck9CXSPHjLa_SZpH133T4oIpanvm1UgwiD_3CuedJeWsXQ1Sz_J_rWXk_Uu5Tk6fTYMVNFKeCZlCTevn9v2u-pzqs/s320/image00011.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>For this top, I used the <a href="https://www.sewalittleseam.com/product/womens-mairin-swimsuit-pdf-pattern/?affiliates=154" target="_blank">Marin from Sew A Little Seam</a>. This is a swim pattern. I planned to sew a crop top version with this for an exercise tank, but when I finished, I decided to add a peplum... because I think it's fun! I did decide to add a few inches to the length of the peplum. I really like to feel covered (especially for swimwear). </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9wmQzzd157slSRYGxSXGHiRsJMzKkDt9wtbxv9362ChmizcRZo-oKBOlrjN7kSYIVr4MIjNKm-y86VoamGv_l54YppACxQS9o8vL34sqHbCmhblAPSrjI6NbcREPToSl6sDLpi0bnObw/s1620/image00019.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9wmQzzd157slSRYGxSXGHiRsJMzKkDt9wtbxv9362ChmizcRZo-oKBOlrjN7kSYIVr4MIjNKm-y86VoamGv_l54YppACxQS9o8vL34sqHbCmhblAPSrjI6NbcREPToSl6sDLpi0bnObw/s320/image00019.jpeg" /></a></div><p></p><p>I made this pattern as swim wear a couple of times over the summer, so I already knew I love the pattern. I blogged on these sets <a href="https://custommadebylaura.blogspot.com/2020/06/the-sew-little-seam-marin.html" target="_blank">here</a>.</p><p>For this top, I used the ALD cups, swim lining, power mesh, and elastic in the built in bra. It is actually very supportive. I can definitely use it comfortably for exercise. </p><p>I love this top because I can use it for exercise right now, and this summer, I can wear it to the beach or pool! </p><p>For the bottoms, I used a fabric called "<a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/product-page/purple-tactel-245gsm" target="_blank">Tactel</a>." The color is "<a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/product-page/purple-tactel-245gsm" target="_blank">Purple Cactus Flower</a>." It is so bright and pretty. I just LOVE this fabric so much! It is 245gsm making it the perfect weight for bottoms, leggings, and sports bras. This is also a nylon/ spandex blend, but is not swim friendly.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAadppVRmTX5FKXNHSJt7BIZX2lGnE1XWbjSw-yy5egV52blAtYaNOtKQz9NqRMj1OOdMFk95P6_uhdmEPj7pyzqM0RtYiS5nIbY63mPeUCz9ZnlcNNhWJLBmWqQjTqxSFlWO2Xz7h4nc/s1620/image00014.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAadppVRmTX5FKXNHSJt7BIZX2lGnE1XWbjSw-yy5egV52blAtYaNOtKQz9NqRMj1OOdMFk95P6_uhdmEPj7pyzqM0RtYiS5nIbY63mPeUCz9ZnlcNNhWJLBmWqQjTqxSFlWO2Xz7h4nc/s320/image00014.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>I used the <a href="https://sinclairpatterns.com/products/penny-classic-leggings-pdf" target="_blank">Sinclair Penny Leggings </a>Pattern. I love Sinclair Patterns. Every one of them fits me so well that I need minimal adjustments. These are a very easy, quick sew. I have several pairs of Penny's and they are definitely always favorites. A really nice feature of this pattern (and all other Sinclair Patterns) is that each pattern is drafted three times for different heights. You can choose whether you need the petite size, regular size, or tall size. You get all of these options in EVERY pattern you buy, making it a super value! You won't have to spend your time adjusting your length - you'll be ready to just start sewing! </p><p><b>Shop the Patterns I Used:</b></p><p>https://www.sewalittleseam.com/product/womens-mairin-swimsuit-pdf-pattern/?affiliates=154 (AFFILIATE LINK) </p><p>https://sinclairpatterns.com/products/penny-classic-leggings-pdf</p><p><b>Shop the Fabric I Used:</b></p><p>https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/product-page/black-swim-solids</p><p>https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/product-page/purple-tactel-245gsm</p><p><b>Now For the Silliness 🤣</b></p><p>When my sister took these pictures for me, after we were about finished, I started showing out a little... mainly for her benefit. Then she said, "Do that again!" And some of these things happened. 😲<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2qoXzdLOMkeor63fERduR8x50hHlsjChezA7EeTmMJqySkXxf8e-9tZWpb2_gQktI1k_AtYSuG2fLvQhOm_dAxdpBDyqJjqVachdk0aZ6CLBb7ZwrHejLZraswmdhQSswhk1MPpHaqM0/s1620/image00029.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2qoXzdLOMkeor63fERduR8x50hHlsjChezA7EeTmMJqySkXxf8e-9tZWpb2_gQktI1k_AtYSuG2fLvQhOm_dAxdpBDyqJjqVachdk0aZ6CLBb7ZwrHejLZraswmdhQSswhk1MPpHaqM0/s320/image00029.jpeg" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">A Jump!</td></tr></tbody></table><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgh7aJe3ZPfO3P0h0WJwkk1fYnrmPFMCwIYg3aPimek3VWcNui0VhBwKWtxkmsWff5k7sZcAFAsF7ZoNjkwg3rpikwuhsSZ2bVmctP7awhX2gbyhvVI1vTba9tISXlfncovMbdwqJcLDW4/s1620/image00025.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1620" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgh7aJe3ZPfO3P0h0WJwkk1fYnrmPFMCwIYg3aPimek3VWcNui0VhBwKWtxkmsWff5k7sZcAFAsF7ZoNjkwg3rpikwuhsSZ2bVmctP7awhX2gbyhvVI1vTba9tISXlfncovMbdwqJcLDW4/s320/image00025.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjliLfkAVZnotLPbEGI5A5HJsAJJ5FmGq4DwIIDEyd1Z2lPs7mUZuVI31Qu3FWqdNumXqXJqGjLhxkOsE2AD9nmPtQM31q06y8IikykB3oMx-An0UNz5kXTmkuJ8Y4ap41XO-Frn1UWZPY/s1620/image00023.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjliLfkAVZnotLPbEGI5A5HJsAJJ5FmGq4DwIIDEyd1Z2lPs7mUZuVI31Qu3FWqdNumXqXJqGjLhxkOsE2AD9nmPtQM31q06y8IikykB3oMx-An0UNz5kXTmkuJ8Y4ap41XO-Frn1UWZPY/s320/image00023.jpeg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">So obviously the athleticwear holds up to doing... whatever that was 😜 </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">But it is also the greatest for being comfy at home too!</div><br /><p></p><p><i><b>So... Don't forget about the Athletic Sale! It is on through the END of January (2021). It's a great time to stock up for your future athletic sews! </b></i></p><div><div><div><h2><span style="color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;">Thanks for Reading 💗</span></h2><b><i><span style="background-color: white; color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;">I hope you have enjoyed this post! I would love for you to come follow me on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Custom-Made-by-Laura-1250222801812095/" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hinze.laura89/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, and <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/hinzelaura89/" target="_blank">Pinterest</a>. </span></i></b></div><div><div><span style="color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><br /></span></span><span style="color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">Also, come subscribe to my blog to receive notifications of new posts below! </span></span></div><form action="https://feedburner.google.com/fb/a/mailverify" method="post" onsubmit="window.open('https://feedburner.google.com/fb/a/mailverify?uri=blogspot/vbOdI', 'popupwindow', 'scrollbars=yes,width=550,height=520');return true" style="border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 3px; text-align: center;" target="popupwindow">Enter your email address:<br /><input name="email" style="width: 140px;" type="text" /><br /><input type="submit" value="Subscribe" /><br />Delivered by <a href="https://feedburner.google.com/" target="_blank">FeedBurner</a></form></div></div><div><br /></div></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>Laura Hinze http://www.blogger.com/profile/01670984568127498299noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7207676589013573363.post-10967345655270857132020-12-03T14:00:00.010-06:002020-12-04T17:00:24.382-06:00A Double Release from Pattern Emporium<p>I get so excited about new patterns. 😊 One of my favorite designers is releasing TWO new patterns together this month, and I'm thrilled to share about them!</p><p><i>**Disclosure: I have included my affiliate links to the patterns used for this post. If you choose to purchase a pattern using my link, I'll receive a small commission of the sale at no additional cost to you.**</i></p><p><b><i>The first new release- the <a href="https://patternemporium.com/products/besties-tee-flared-banded-t-shirt-pdf-sewing-pattern?aff=70" target="_blank">BESTIES TEE</a></i></b></p><p>This tee is so fun, with quite a few options! You can choose whether you like the flared tee or the banded tee. The flared tee features a slightly flared silhouette with three length options (cropped, regular, or long). </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj089N6ldCXlloqW9-9dpmMEja9zIn8nlpzWPxRpwJweA0e6NAw_KN8Yhyphenhypheny2OWwB2jbwbdLtElOT5__IwuKZzg6eASBZFKkqYR7rdPZ_9MLiY6FRERrYKFItWxtax-5OTSmpjjZP4l1l6A/s1620/image00019.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj089N6ldCXlloqW9-9dpmMEja9zIn8nlpzWPxRpwJweA0e6NAw_KN8Yhyphenhypheny2OWwB2jbwbdLtElOT5__IwuKZzg6eASBZFKkqYR7rdPZ_9MLiY6FRERrYKFItWxtax-5OTSmpjjZP4l1l6A/s320/image00019.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>The banded option also has a slightly flared silhouette gathered into a waistband. It also has a couple of lengths - for the hemband to sit on the waist or the hips. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6JOJAKCyH1FtORBmadx1gR5ZWZ0hxcC1mlIFPdRSwN91ii_esCUzYQYmqkWYzP5R3T4-4vX4i0QEWOhcsSh4P026QudaifIUr8Y5KJwtDyb0_hKrKVcJMRXwghWNxTNlaA6Ei_N-NnBQ/s1620/image00034.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6JOJAKCyH1FtORBmadx1gR5ZWZ0hxcC1mlIFPdRSwN91ii_esCUzYQYmqkWYzP5R3T4-4vX4i0QEWOhcsSh4P026QudaifIUr8Y5KJwtDyb0_hKrKVcJMRXwghWNxTNlaA6Ei_N-NnBQ/s320/image00034.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>Both versions can be made with several necklines- three different rounded necklines, a v neckline, or a squared neckline. They both have several options for sleeve lengths or two choices for sleeveless (a wide sleeveless or a cutaway sleeveless). </p><p>The pattern is drafted for knit fabrics. Both of my tops went together very easily and quickly. The banded version took slightly longer, just because of gathering the fabric into the waistband. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5OuM8Anj6SuDJBo-ZRDRQDWCerj6WMgmnOvepb9qXvMh2-YmMTbhzlcEmtq8z-lMgqsv9WgEsAhlnZIGPN-p6dSMslDepGNOPc5WybC1ZJBAp8l6JeQAcyNKWUHBBrZT8gr16bPKmXlo/s1620/image00032.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5OuM8Anj6SuDJBo-ZRDRQDWCerj6WMgmnOvepb9qXvMh2-YmMTbhzlcEmtq8z-lMgqsv9WgEsAhlnZIGPN-p6dSMslDepGNOPc5WybC1ZJBAp8l6JeQAcyNKWUHBBrZT8gr16bPKmXlo/s320/image00032.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>My favorite of the two is the banded version. My hip measurement is between the 10 and 12, and for the flared version, I sewed the size 10. I ended up choosing to size up 1 in the hips when I made the banded version. I really like it. When I make the flared version again, I'll also use the size 12 I think. I love the banded version because I don't have much in this style already. It is different from most of the tops hanging in my closet. I think it looks great with skinny jeans, but would also look amazing with a pencil skirt or dress slacks. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxaadsfD0lGGNY4PaPCkWn6LL-pjf1eYCZnNJq4A-tUP4rvKbIKhPBvyZ4gs4SOE6hPr1MuZJu5QYCbq_13ISHPIhB7FYLq7aur20qSRB8y92hmLC3dNQy2EYjdvNoZZCTX9CvVK9tOaY/s1620/image00016.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxaadsfD0lGGNY4PaPCkWn6LL-pjf1eYCZnNJq4A-tUP4rvKbIKhPBvyZ4gs4SOE6hPr1MuZJu5QYCbq_13ISHPIhB7FYLq7aur20qSRB8y92hmLC3dNQy2EYjdvNoZZCTX9CvVK9tOaY/s320/image00016.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p><b><a href="https://patternemporium.com/products/yours-truly-flounce-hem-tank-top-pdf-sewing-pattern?aff=70" target="_blank"><i>The Yours Truly Flounce Tank</i></a></b></p><p>The second top that is releasing is this great flounce tank! </p><p>It also has a flared silhouette, but has a flounce hemline. It is like a circle skirt - no gathers! It has three lengths - cropped, hip length, or long length. It has two neckline options OR a hood! There are two sleeveless options - the wide sleeveless or the cutaway halter style sleeveless. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHnwU0Ht2lv7F81B7qD06m6PBBtIAobViUUn02Aar70cdnXPVHD-bECw5BaQk5z5hERDmwkCfHEvsFaRDalloM3wcV4xAQu5ctKNTWT8DK_EwnQ8cVL8taOTIRGXt33eXZbY3QA73q5P8/s1620/image00003.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHnwU0Ht2lv7F81B7qD06m6PBBtIAobViUUn02Aar70cdnXPVHD-bECw5BaQk5z5hERDmwkCfHEvsFaRDalloM3wcV4xAQu5ctKNTWT8DK_EwnQ8cVL8taOTIRGXt33eXZbY3QA73q5P8/s320/image00003.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>It is also designed for knit fabrics, and was a very quick sew as well!</p><p>I used Double Brushed poly fabric for this tank as well. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzhvxFCQtTimN58zdYd8EYL3JxdZ5CcUqhMLm25W3rwd4CdxlnUY87y0QohURpSs8nk2Bbxt1TWvJgNx2t20sUF7-fy-yrLBLSL7rmxxVGtcqk-FqUiJeHbHDZlrMo10ZIWNt0okB_fx4/s1620/image00005.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzhvxFCQtTimN58zdYd8EYL3JxdZ5CcUqhMLm25W3rwd4CdxlnUY87y0QohURpSs8nk2Bbxt1TWvJgNx2t20sUF7-fy-yrLBLSL7rmxxVGtcqk-FqUiJeHbHDZlrMo10ZIWNt0okB_fx4/s320/image00005.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p><b><i>Fabric:</i></b></p><p>As I mentioned, two of my tops were made using double brushed poly fabric. I cannot remember where the floral came from! The solid DBP I used for the tank came from <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/new-arrivals-1" target="_blank">Amelia Lane Designs</a>. </p><p>The rayon spandex print I used for the banded tee was also from <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/new-arrivals-1" target="_blank">Amelia Lane Designs</a>. </p><p>I am always able to get a great selection for fabrics from them! They have good prices, stock a very nice variety, and are very speedy in filling orders! 😃</p><p><b>See the Patterns:</b></p><p><a href="https://patternemporium.com/collections/pattern-release?aff=70">https://patternemporium.com/collections/pattern-release?aff=70</a> (affiliate)</p><div><div><div><h2><span style="color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;">Thanks for Reading 💗</span></h2><b><i><span style="background-color: white; color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;">I hope you have enjoyed this post! I would love for you to come follow me on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Custom-Made-by-Laura-1250222801812095/" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hinze.laura89/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, and <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/hinzelaura89/" target="_blank">Pinterest</a>. </span></i></b></div><div><div><span style="color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><br /></span></span><span style="color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">Also, come subscribe to my blog to receive notifications of new posts below! </span></span></div><form action="https://feedburner.google.com/fb/a/mailverify" method="post" onsubmit="window.open('https://feedburner.google.com/fb/a/mailverify?uri=blogspot/vbOdI', 'popupwindow', 'scrollbars=yes,width=550,height=520');return true" style="border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 3px; text-align: center;" target="popupwindow">Enter your email address:<br /><input name="email" style="width: 140px;" type="text" /><br /><input type="submit" value="Subscribe" /><br />Delivered by <a href="https://feedburner.google.com/" target="_blank">FeedBurner</a></form></div></div><div><br /></div></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><p><br /></p>Laura Hinze http://www.blogger.com/profile/01670984568127498299noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7207676589013573363.post-817578991423386522020-10-23T19:42:00.003-05:002020-10-23T19:47:02.062-05:00The Hello Gorgeous by Pattern Emporium<p> I have had this pattern for a bit waiting for me to sew it. I loved the style of it, and the options. I kind of couldn't get over the sleeves, but I don't love gathering, so I put it off. </p><p>I put it off for a while... until I had the perfect fabric for it! </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEighA_26Y35oVWV6nV7E9TfeKt66AA8rCLaO_8zkU8bOuP2T0QX9Wn-MzhBSmlZ5PhiEuE5AUu7DBfuSfjezSdhvnFsvR4o5-cmwV4BLB59Dp1-DEydCv9X3zAxQPf3Uiiku0HzCN46RSY/s1620/IMG_5120.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEighA_26Y35oVWV6nV7E9TfeKt66AA8rCLaO_8zkU8bOuP2T0QX9Wn-MzhBSmlZ5PhiEuE5AUu7DBfuSfjezSdhvnFsvR4o5-cmwV4BLB59Dp1-DEydCv9X3zAxQPf3Uiiku0HzCN46RSY/s320/IMG_5120.JPG" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>**Disclosure: I have included my affiliate link to the pattern used in this post. If you choose to purchase a pattern using my link, I'll receive a small commission of the sale at no additional cost to you.**</p><p><b>This is the <a href="https://patternemporium.com/products/hello-gorgeous-puff-sleeve-tee?aff=70" target="_blank">Pattern Emporium Hello Gorgeous</a>:</b></p><p>Isn't it gorgeous? I sewed it up in a couple of hours last weekend. It did take a tad bit longer than a basic tee, but I think it was worth it! The sleeves are so cool! I seriously love them!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9jtuemEZr0Ur7uUlN9IeSwkxO4GgKxhIpua12B_2aSAgQmEcL0UIw2gTy-G9uxLCU5UPsmRgkyaQehuGHF439-DEjMWebpEkIpXGmqf9D1ltL_-KX89DWbDkdowRYSD2vcxkkD4Hxugw/s1620/IMG_5112.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9jtuemEZr0Ur7uUlN9IeSwkxO4GgKxhIpua12B_2aSAgQmEcL0UIw2gTy-G9uxLCU5UPsmRgkyaQehuGHF439-DEjMWebpEkIpXGmqf9D1ltL_-KX89DWbDkdowRYSD2vcxkkD4Hxugw/s320/IMG_5112.JPG" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p><a href="https://patternemporium.com/products/hello-gorgeous-puff-sleeve-tee?aff=70" target="_blank">This pattern </a>has several options for sewing it up including neckline options (a really cool almost-square neck in both a higher and lower cut option, and both a high and low round neckline). It has really awesome puff sleeves in four lengths, and two separate cut lines for a shorter or longer bodice. </p><p>I made this <a href="https://patternemporium.com/products/hello-gorgeous-puff-sleeve-tee?aff=70" target="_blank">top </a>for my sister. She is pregnant, and I was initially looking for a maternity pattern. She told me though that she has a few non-maternity tee shirts that fit well - they're just longer. She measured one of these tops, gave me the side seam length, and I made the side sleeve of this top match those. It's perfect! I ended up adding two inches to the length of the long top. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEii352OoObTO7GDxpCXWUzdrIT_ZYdK8eLfr2UpgdWm-hLXtiy0eqLUzx-bMJdNd_IISgC9NOVaMLYz-hj23z2qPf3_lnn6XneX3-_K6Yt0p9rdljqYia1i5WBJyIXPH16pD0DAzkBEJNI/s1454/IMG_5127.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="970" data-original-width="1454" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEii352OoObTO7GDxpCXWUzdrIT_ZYdK8eLfr2UpgdWm-hLXtiy0eqLUzx-bMJdNd_IISgC9NOVaMLYz-hj23z2qPf3_lnn6XneX3-_K6Yt0p9rdljqYia1i5WBJyIXPH16pD0DAzkBEJNI/s320/IMG_5127.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>She measures into a size 8 bust. Pre-pregnancy, she probably measured into an 8 waist too. However, I decided to grade to a size 10 waist/ hips to give her some growing room!</p><p>I tried <a href="https://patternemporium.com/products/hello-gorgeous-puff-sleeve-tee?aff=70" target="_blank">the top </a>on myself as soon as I was finished sewing it, and it was a tunic length on me - it was a great length to wear with leggings! </p><p>The puff sleeves on <a href="https://patternemporium.com/products/hello-gorgeous-puff-sleeve-tee?aff=70" target="_blank">the top </a>can be made in short, above and below the elbow with cuffs, or you can use these long sleeve extension pieces to make it long sleeved. I am OBSESSED with the sleeves! </p><p><b>The Fabric:</b></p><p>This week, <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/new-arrivals-1" target="_blank">Amelia Lane Designs </a>stocked several new prints, some ribbing, some DBP, and liverpool. They have some really awesome tie dye prints.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3YwsDEtwFiF6d0h1EHscD6rp2Rq8mlHvnzSINXLg1z2dB8O7GaqWV0xFfkunsUfD9XukiiYtLsXB78J5Vi801oUHAle6EP-sVV2FrPGfvC7gaQGei83PyUXzPQnl3xq-mXPQdOV3RK1o/s1620/IMG_5121.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3YwsDEtwFiF6d0h1EHscD6rp2Rq8mlHvnzSINXLg1z2dB8O7GaqWV0xFfkunsUfD9XukiiYtLsXB78J5Vi801oUHAle6EP-sVV2FrPGfvC7gaQGei83PyUXzPQnl3xq-mXPQdOV3RK1o/s320/IMG_5121.JPG" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p><a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/new-arrivals-1" target="_blank">This fabric </a>is one of the new ribbing fabrics. It is so soft! It is called "Boone." They have a few other really gorgeous ones too! </p><p>They'll be on sale for a few days (through Monday 10/26/20). Don't miss out on the "New Arrivals"</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXKVQvaha0q4mJOUHsxDIIWHDsuMRccAnvzPYTAhFJhvBokSulL9-DX2VTNPTgZJUBgrSkARR2aAXPz9X5Hw99S1Z8PaxmCph2G0p0Ujj1Nz6Or91TOJWBwBfrrOgApKNNzQDkzMzv510/s1620/IMG_5125.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1620" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXKVQvaha0q4mJOUHsxDIIWHDsuMRccAnvzPYTAhFJhvBokSulL9-DX2VTNPTgZJUBgrSkARR2aAXPz9X5Hw99S1Z8PaxmCph2G0p0Ujj1Nz6Or91TOJWBwBfrrOgApKNNzQDkzMzv510/s320/IMG_5125.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhKI-vJe3OaP0JA3dOhnHEYLQ-3gn0BlWXJHDsA96YIARFlmG4Gf3eFOzxCGZeygUzQcab9CJD7WiNVQ9buzq8NguUGx9p35OrROOoHICGPVpK-h9tTtyCPHe4tj8xZ0_VSinB6k-3Euss/s320/IMG_5117.JPG" /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/new-arrivals-1">https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/new-arrivals-1</a></div><br /><p></p><div><div><div><h2><span style="color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;">Thanks for Reading 💗</span></h2><b><i><span style="background-color: white; color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;">I hope you have enjoyed this post! 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I'm not overly athletic, but I like them for when I do exercise, when I take walks, when I do a workout video, or just for wearing around to be comfortable. </p><p>I've sewn several pairs of leggings in the last year or so... they're really easy, and I kind of can't believe I put off trying leggings for as long as I did!</p><p>I LOVE the stock of athletic fabrics at <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/" target="_blank">Amelia Lane Designs</a>. They have so many, and are constantly getting new things for me to try!</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiO89yfTCUxCCN6HGppZa5dIbqB4LUgPlR_J988Ws_l2ghygM3SOVwdkB2444CIH7obz6Q_Lb9TrRUie1lhJeiLNKVlWHdsr54Z0sEL442-NaKbgk2ek0kq_qdesUZjOwXUXLeSgwbifBo/s1620/image00004.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiO89yfTCUxCCN6HGppZa5dIbqB4LUgPlR_J988Ws_l2ghygM3SOVwdkB2444CIH7obz6Q_Lb9TrRUie1lhJeiLNKVlWHdsr54Z0sEL442-NaKbgk2ek0kq_qdesUZjOwXUXLeSgwbifBo/s320/image00004.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p><b>The Fabric I Used:</b></p><p>I was so excited to try out <b><a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/open-preorder" target="_blank">Olympus</a></b>. It is a new-to-me athletic base! This fabric is so nice! It is smooth and easy to sew. It is 75% polyester and 25% spandex. It is 250 gsm, making it a great bottom weight fabric. It is a bit compressive due to the high spandex content. It is a great fabric to use for athletic sewing, swim sewing, or just lounge sewing.</p><p>Amelia Lane Designs is running a <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/open-preorder" target="_blank">preorder </a>for three new custom Olympus prints, and for a few Olympus print re-runs! They are all so pretty!</p><p>The one I sewed this time is called "<a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/product-page/agave-olympus-pre-order" target="_blank">Agave</a>." It is one of the new custom prints. Isn't it nice? </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEje_Q7MrD2hD8EMnmiiXDi_QaDwV3dArzoidBJ_LAgDehf4WQVexEtE2kQrdO4OJEg9m2wWeqFtK4ZcIdTaaVpjh_f8fXhbb0h7mo35Fw16hW430dkdASHyFStJ3VmzHU2SD0TbpxDRbdE/s1620/image00013.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1620" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEje_Q7MrD2hD8EMnmiiXDi_QaDwV3dArzoidBJ_LAgDehf4WQVexEtE2kQrdO4OJEg9m2wWeqFtK4ZcIdTaaVpjh_f8fXhbb0h7mo35Fw16hW430dkdASHyFStJ3VmzHU2SD0TbpxDRbdE/s320/image00013.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>This one has so many possible coordinate fabrics! I'm in love with all of the possibilities! For this round, I decided to coordinate using another athletic base called "<b><a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/product-page/pink-flex-288gsm" target="_blank">Flex</a></b>." This is another bottom weight nylon/spandex blend. The color on the site is called "<a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/product-page/pink-flex-288gsm" target="_blank">pink</a>." </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhweuI_9e5YoPNmyX346n4MiE6eV9siUhHqqWBs6UPBqK-CkkVAidFI9zFZrTY7tdPqJQbFuvUtlFe5E6gONte5b70wKVXDDloisSvuKP7phDOwK2qGPQyjMGPQ1CL8gWCRKLh9kafGoEc/s1620/image00006.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhweuI_9e5YoPNmyX346n4MiE6eV9siUhHqqWBs6UPBqK-CkkVAidFI9zFZrTY7tdPqJQbFuvUtlFe5E6gONte5b70wKVXDDloisSvuKP7phDOwK2qGPQyjMGPQ1CL8gWCRKLh9kafGoEc/s320/image00006.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p><b>The Patterns I chose:</b></p><p>Before I started sewing this one, I STARED at the fabric and scoured through my patterns hoping something would just jump out at me. I knew I liked the <a href="https://www.radpatterns.com/product/g-o-a-t-leggings/" target="_blank">Rad G.O.A.T. leggings</a>, but I've used that pattern a couple of times recently, and thought I'd try to use something different. But sometimes, it can be scary to try something new, you know? Like what if it doesn't fit and I can't wear these awesome leggings?? Or what if the new-to-me designer is a disaster. I decided to just stick to what I know and sew the <a href="https://www.radpatterns.com/product/g-o-a-t-leggings/" target="_blank">RAD leggings </a>again. And, honestly, I'm super glad I did. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjakDhkS2k91ArSl2gW6D3Kc3B1TTMpZw08zj4QfEjBQAWG0TAhyphenhyphen7Sj29t9UJ8sDdOFEu3KwDEP911QUUGqZGpSCHFBzV-wmTF2-prIIs1E31auh88KXCxpMR9Z2NfBhb8nASy2UQLMhx0/s1620/image00010.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjakDhkS2k91ArSl2gW6D3Kc3B1TTMpZw08zj4QfEjBQAWG0TAhyphenhyphen7Sj29t9UJ8sDdOFEu3KwDEP911QUUGqZGpSCHFBzV-wmTF2-prIIs1E31auh88KXCxpMR9Z2NfBhb8nASy2UQLMhx0/s320/image00010.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>I love the pockets on this pattern. I love how quickly this pattern goes together. And since I've sewn them a few times now, I know what to do, I don't need the instructions, and <a href="https://www.radpatterns.com/product/g-o-a-t-leggings/" target="_blank">they're </a>quick to sew! </p><p>For the top, I also had an equally hard time deciding what to sew! I tested the <a href="https://sinclairpatterns.com/products/xena-casual-racerback-tank-top-with-a-built-in-bra-pdf" target="_blank">Sinclair Xena </a>a couple of years ago. I made one version for testing, and never made it again. I liked it, but I just moved on to trying other things. This is something I enjoy about pattern testing - I can keep trying new things. I have the push and the motivation to do so as well. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgg56nI-OB-Rq1vZyqrc_39jUlOlilR6gcJkmHKilNqPvRTGHIujKhYbYQWaO99XLoiX47aZcUVmah6mYCFrrgXYhVNxjw0EO_lpnhiITbU7IxmHf7XMAZXu65lcwDdrxESSOpjDjcN-NI/s1620/image00012.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1620" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgg56nI-OB-Rq1vZyqrc_39jUlOlilR6gcJkmHKilNqPvRTGHIujKhYbYQWaO99XLoiX47aZcUVmah6mYCFrrgXYhVNxjw0EO_lpnhiITbU7IxmHf7XMAZXu65lcwDdrxESSOpjDjcN-NI/s320/image00012.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>During the test, however, I made only the top version. There is a top version, a top with a built in bra, or just a bra top version. I was eager to try the bra top version, so I decided this was the perfect opportunity. I really like how it turned out. It is not compressive like a regular sports bra might be. It's probably more ideal for yoga/ walking/swimming/ light exercise than running or high impact exercise. Although, since you're making it yourself, you could probably adjust a few things and make it more ideal for running if you want to play with the pattern and fabrics! I used one layer of Olympus (the floral) on the outside, a layer of Sportivo (another swim friendly fabric) for the inside layer, and the pink flex from the leggings for the band and bindings. I also sewed in swim cups from Amelia Lane Designs. I love the bra top! Even if the flex is not swim friendly, I'm kind of already planning to use it for a swim top next summer (maybe at the beach or in non-chlorine environments). </p><p>Don't miss out on the OPEN PREORDER!! The Pre-Order is open until 10/29! </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwgdDPmTi0Yr9Ap7H3w3b5d_e_W5A929YdlLOP-kljIPKzbkkfvEZjrXwvSoDbmhWJ7MRgx-i6aFZTfmEKpH55ItfjC4e9XfxMNrHDvr7kg8wMQMeWk2uEcMI16wbtYtPBLgZFOtSyc1c/s1620/image00011.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwgdDPmTi0Yr9Ap7H3w3b5d_e_W5A929YdlLOP-kljIPKzbkkfvEZjrXwvSoDbmhWJ7MRgx-i6aFZTfmEKpH55ItfjC4e9XfxMNrHDvr7kg8wMQMeWk2uEcMI16wbtYtPBLgZFOtSyc1c/s320/image00011.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p><a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/open-preorder">https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/open-preorder</a></p><div><div><div><h2><span style="color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;">Thanks for Reading 💗</span></h2><b><i><span style="background-color: white; color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;">I hope you have enjoyed this post! I would love for you to come follow me on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Custom-Made-by-Laura-1250222801812095/" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hinze.laura89/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, and <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/hinzelaura89/" target="_blank">Pinterest</a>. </span></i></b></div><div><div><span style="color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><br /></span></span><span style="color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">Also, come subscribe to my blog to receive notifications of new posts below! </span></span></div><form action="https://feedburner.google.com/fb/a/mailverify" method="post" onsubmit="window.open('https://feedburner.google.com/fb/a/mailverify?uri=blogspot/vbOdI', 'popupwindow', 'scrollbars=yes,width=550,height=520');return true" style="border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 3px; text-align: center;" target="popupwindow">Enter your email address:<br /><input name="email" style="width: 140px;" type="text" /><br /><input type="submit" value="Subscribe" /><br />Delivered by <a href="https://feedburner.google.com/" target="_blank">FeedBurner</a></form></div></div><div><br /></div></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>Laura Hinze http://www.blogger.com/profile/01670984568127498299noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7207676589013573363.post-49709569840544633732020-10-11T10:01:00.003-05:002020-10-11T10:02:24.427-05:00The Wardrobe by Me Asta DressSometimes you find a pattern that you'll pull out again and again. That is the case with this pattern. I love wearing dresses. I feel so pretty and feminine. Putting on a dress can put me in a better mood sometimes. So I was more than excited to test the expansion of the Asta Dress.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4GY7noieC3U8Pta3-4zC5-8eJKrfaNmDFEdoCxvjv9rgSF0N00vSqm4YUeIBojGJhxM0pgSrM5asBHwc_QRTNKK4QaHVkSJ-95VP1ccL2nQn1c3Ug0oTPmh_qMjVLwWowZ44p1xe4voM/s1620/image00004.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1620" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4GY7noieC3U8Pta3-4zC5-8eJKrfaNmDFEdoCxvjv9rgSF0N00vSqm4YUeIBojGJhxM0pgSrM5asBHwc_QRTNKK4QaHVkSJ-95VP1ccL2nQn1c3Ug0oTPmh_qMjVLwWowZ44p1xe4voM/s320/image00004.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><i>**Disclosure: I have included my affiliate link to the pattern I used for this post. If you choose to purchase a pattern from Wardrobe by Me using my link, I'll receive a small commission of the sale at no additional cost to you.**</i></div><div><i><br /></i></div><div>I've sewn this pattern a couple of times before. Once I made the sleeveless version and another time, I made a sleeved version. I've worn both of them several times. </div><div><br /></div><div>So I already knew I liked the pattern, and was thrilled to try some of the new options! </div><div><br /></div><div>Here is my new <a href="https://wardrobebyme.com/products/asta-jersey-dress-sewing-pattern?ref%3ANDUwNy4zNTMuMzE0MS5U" target="_blank"><b><i>Wardrobe by Me Asta Dress</i></b></a>.</div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEbQrsXYaTcZNowTRNZzL_PsqXaqyEMj3t8p56D4Q8LFOGG0xkwFE-cB5kTDcH0Ppl2tM2MhaKfQZYY8qzZrgBbZGbuOJHt25_oajCpcXBdvzJWJQ4SR_1xlnLLArqFBcrcFsI1Li_9PA/s1620/image00006.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1620" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEbQrsXYaTcZNowTRNZzL_PsqXaqyEMj3t8p56D4Q8LFOGG0xkwFE-cB5kTDcH0Ppl2tM2MhaKfQZYY8qzZrgBbZGbuOJHt25_oajCpcXBdvzJWJQ4SR_1xlnLLArqFBcrcFsI1Li_9PA/s320/image00006.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><b><a href="https://wardrobebyme.com/products/asta-jersey-dress-sewing-pattern?ref%3ANDUwNy4zNTMuMzE0MS5U">The pattern:</a></b></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://wardrobebyme.com/products/asta-jersey-dress-sewing-pattern?ref%3ANDUwNy4zNTMuMzE0MS5U" target="_blank">The pattern </a>is drafted for knit fabrics. It makes a beautiful dress with a few options you can choose from. You can make your dress sleeveless, or chose rom between two sleeves (a more fitted sleeve or a beautiful bell sleeve). I chose to use the bell sleeve this time, since it was new and different. </div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://wardrobebyme.com/products/asta-jersey-dress-sewing-pattern?ref%3ANDUwNy4zNTMuMzE0MS5U" target="_blank">The pattern </a>has three neckline options - a boat neckline, a round neckline, or a turtle neck option. All three of the dresses I've sewn in the past were the boatneck. I LOVE boatnecks! They are so gorgeous!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgleYNrkRWCtySri8sdpW84AeiM-FMVZmlpfdhe4verqNX2wLogQ7_upzh0_jQNx_WNReX0bVk49Zwz-LD4KOAHDt8f9SVeHqAYPuhc42vXfgOu_7Ipomg_epxWZNNDWIryB16d3trgUbU/s1620/image00016.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1620" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgleYNrkRWCtySri8sdpW84AeiM-FMVZmlpfdhe4verqNX2wLogQ7_upzh0_jQNx_WNReX0bVk49Zwz-LD4KOAHDt8f9SVeHqAYPuhc42vXfgOu_7Ipomg_epxWZNNDWIryB16d3trgUbU/s320/image00016.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>The skirt part of this <a href="https://wardrobebyme.com/products/asta-jersey-dress-sewing-pattern?ref%3ANDUwNy4zNTMuMzE0MS5U" target="_blank">dress</a> has both a front and a back center seam. It definitely saves fabric, but is also easy to omit (I have omitted the center seam previously). There are two pocket options - interior pockets or patch pockets. Or, you can choose to leave the pockets off the dress. I added the interior pockets to my dress. They were very easy, and I'm glad to have included them!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjN6RZyRcWwmP87A1jb8-WvtbwomhIgeqzVFM3ydj22VWHYwMXKEqILSUJ7xcpxD52klzkPTYsdzcMPcbHmfT-eiA1nUQRhfcA2_3C4yzcm2Wx_5ffpW7fltBGpcbHk6I8TcJrHbInhYGs/s1620/image00008.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1620" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjN6RZyRcWwmP87A1jb8-WvtbwomhIgeqzVFM3ydj22VWHYwMXKEqILSUJ7xcpxD52klzkPTYsdzcMPcbHmfT-eiA1nUQRhfcA2_3C4yzcm2Wx_5ffpW7fltBGpcbHk6I8TcJrHbInhYGs/s320/image00008.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivBqFlFGnRIr1LTs0cRaDErwJxIsFqBRZg-MRXY-zCxMuPXSYV_gYW5f9lC-q6dRXfjMwvf28KbuzZRdk0gGRBACeyytbdGHbdAxqB8aE1B4Mv4fv9j8lnVAxXAXQQwzllNGz5fMx1fJI/s1620/image00012.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1620" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivBqFlFGnRIr1LTs0cRaDErwJxIsFqBRZg-MRXY-zCxMuPXSYV_gYW5f9lC-q6dRXfjMwvf28KbuzZRdk0gGRBACeyytbdGHbdAxqB8aE1B4Mv4fv9j8lnVAxXAXQQwzllNGz5fMx1fJI/s320/image00012.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><b>The Fabric:</b></div><div><br /></div><div>As I mentioned, <a href="https://wardrobebyme.com/products/asta-jersey-dress-sewing-pattern?ref%3ANDUwNy4zNTMuMzE0MS5U" target="_blank">this pattern </a>is drafted for knit fabrics. It is best to use a fabric with minimal vertical stretch, but any knit will do. My fabric is liverpool. I love using liverpool - it is easy to sew, comfortable to wear, and very easy to travel with (it doesn't wrinkle). </div><div><br /></div><div>In the past I have made <a href="https://wardrobebyme.com/products/asta-jersey-dress-sewing-pattern?ref%3ANDUwNy4zNTMuMzE0MS5U" target="_blank">the dress </a>using two other fabric types (one was bamboo and the other was a faux suede fabric). The bamboo fabric did have a significant amount of vertical stretch, so the dress stretched out a bit, dropping the waistline some because of the weight of the fabric. I ended up sewing some elastic into the waist seam to help with this. The second dress, made from the faux suede had very little vertical stretch, and it worked perfectly.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_kUUhIxF_rOzvaLAkpCpvbN9vcxVueacqwHP97GkplvY-z_zVoclsFuewJEK1lwbxEcbXEz23vhFkYBwL-NhZDfhB8DwTIxH3WCUtGvL3kDjGPIYlF31h-JKvbI9ZNYmvO1UKx3AJOt8/s1620/IMG_7017.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1620" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_kUUhIxF_rOzvaLAkpCpvbN9vcxVueacqwHP97GkplvY-z_zVoclsFuewJEK1lwbxEcbXEz23vhFkYBwL-NhZDfhB8DwTIxH3WCUtGvL3kDjGPIYlF31h-JKvbI9ZNYmvO1UKx3AJOt8/s320/IMG_7017.JPG" width="320" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB1KOtEQpNZcB-M5Z55zvZD7cbQTOUQCISvtBLpHE6_Kt6op7CURnd0ov5rRXLuIk9jBXPdwn3VcUTPkYC9vHku8hXr-nvP7nulMQtjlEk83Cd8hVExzCtMJzs_2VBwnw4MrECeEBxYJM/s1620/IMG_7012.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB1KOtEQpNZcB-M5Z55zvZD7cbQTOUQCISvtBLpHE6_Kt6op7CURnd0ov5rRXLuIk9jBXPdwn3VcUTPkYC9vHku8hXr-nvP7nulMQtjlEk83Cd8hVExzCtMJzs_2VBwnw4MrECeEBxYJM/s320/IMG_7012.JPG" /></a></div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>This liverpool doesn't really have vertical stretch, making it great for this pattern.</div><div><br /></div><div>I also love the way the bell sleeves look with the structure of the liverpool! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHF6d8TBbcasGLK1bLG0STCp-Sh6OAfy_u9rlV3WpoeUCfTpNjEc2pLVoe03Q4KronQqHZHhsJJBJMKE6Fvka0l9hSK4xzO6WbPTja5Ytfs63vY9iHlKeJe5gLuulUJtNyqq4QYHp17Hs/s1620/image00014.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1620" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHF6d8TBbcasGLK1bLG0STCp-Sh6OAfy_u9rlV3WpoeUCfTpNjEc2pLVoe03Q4KronQqHZHhsJJBJMKE6Fvka0l9hSK4xzO6WbPTja5Ytfs63vY9iHlKeJe5gLuulUJtNyqq4QYHp17Hs/s320/image00014.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>The liverpool is from <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/" target="_blank">Amelia Lane Designs</a>. I believe I used just over two yards making this dress. The slim fitting sleeve would use slightly less fabric. Also, probably plan to use extra if you want to cut your skirt on the fold rather than having a center seam. </div><div><br /></div><div>Don't miss the sale for the <a href="https://wardrobebyme.com/products/asta-jersey-dress-sewing-pattern?ref%3ANDUwNy4zNTMuMzE0MS5U" target="_blank">Asta Dress</a>!</div><div><br /></div><div><div><div><h2><span style="color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;">Thanks for Reading 💗</span></h2><b><i><span style="background-color: white; color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;">I hope you have enjoyed this post! I would love for you to come follow me on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Custom-Made-by-Laura-1250222801812095/" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hinze.laura89/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, and <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/hinzelaura89/" target="_blank">Pinterest</a>. </span></i></b></div><div><div><span style="color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><br /></span></span><span style="color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">Also, come subscribe to my blog to receive notifications of new posts below! </span></span></div><form action="https://feedburner.google.com/fb/a/mailverify" method="post" onsubmit="window.open('https://feedburner.google.com/fb/a/mailverify?uri=blogspot/vbOdI', 'popupwindow', 'scrollbars=yes,width=550,height=520');return true" style="border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 3px; text-align: center;" target="popupwindow">Enter your email address:<br /><input name="email" style="width: 140px;" type="text" /><br /><input type="submit" value="Subscribe" /><br />Delivered by <a href="https://feedburner.google.com/" target="_blank">FeedBurner</a></form></div></div><div><br /></div></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>Laura Hinze http://www.blogger.com/profile/01670984568127498299noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7207676589013573363.post-72066880702526609592020-09-25T12:05:00.000-05:002020-09-25T12:05:01.504-05:00My New Outfit! I tested a pair of joggers a while ago for a different company... I struggled to get a good fit during the test, and I know pants can be hard to fit. So, although I have been intrigued by some different patterns since then, I haven't tried making other joggers for myself. <div><br /></div><div>Well, I've been eying this pattern for quite a while because it looked so good. I also have always gotten a good fit using Sinclair patterns, but had not tried any of their pants until now. I kind of expected them to be good though, because everything by Sinclair is!</div><div><br /></div><div>So here are my <b><a href="https://sinclairpatterns.com/products/jj-knit-classic-joggers-pdf" target="_blank">JJ Joggers</a></b>.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJpPjHWwTToWAiUphIrGCmQuBQfltSAflzprMMcDEHCgqmFptOnDTDdzqmTmtSuCS05cxDe2VZdLus0IYUTLNsA-Us8e0epPdDqHgEzUKTl-neaT7jka97ISDo_OayifduvSNedBikMmg/s1620/image00020.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjJpPjHWwTToWAiUphIrGCmQuBQfltSAflzprMMcDEHCgqmFptOnDTDdzqmTmtSuCS05cxDe2VZdLus0IYUTLNsA-Us8e0epPdDqHgEzUKTl-neaT7jka97ISDo_OayifduvSNedBikMmg/s320/image00020.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><b>About <a href="https://sinclairpatterns.com/products/jj-knit-classic-joggers-pdf" target="_blank">the Pattern</a>:</b> </div><div><br /></div><div>This is an easy <a href="https://sinclairpatterns.com/products/jj-knit-classic-joggers-pdf" target="_blank">jogger </a>pattern. There are two length options - Long and below the knee length. They have a waistband with cased elastic and a drawstring, and pockets. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDbJ84aP1xTyzTm4LOVH42zZDRMb3DGrzua2j5T0G3BjzKFxba3Z96CTDv0xzUnYFtBjyWnAMYQcqCF7WwPBxe_INWj-nyBO1fUMagYgPi4YysHOOqCuRyj_blpIrvcC1YQeM31yLDG_k/s1620/image00019.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDbJ84aP1xTyzTm4LOVH42zZDRMb3DGrzua2j5T0G3BjzKFxba3Z96CTDv0xzUnYFtBjyWnAMYQcqCF7WwPBxe_INWj-nyBO1fUMagYgPi4YysHOOqCuRyj_blpIrvcC1YQeM31yLDG_k/s320/image00019.jpeg" /></a></div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>They can be made using knit fabrics with 30-50% stretch. The waistband and leg cuffs should be made using a fabric with great recovery though. </div><div><br /></div><div>For my pants, I chose to use a thick 2" elastic I had on hand rather than the 3/8" elastic that the pattern called for. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeHnFHMg6buo3mrcuJe4fnlbKVvf8YesYK60MuRqhCwOQLE8YdBItOFWAIsnIiBSm2hXRHN2sPp4h9hlHJ0LoshZQx1i55V6OcFLjKGtNpgMIpPqGtZC1Bzjd3Z4AQBmBLwWmriTYcZ-I/s1620/image00014.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeHnFHMg6buo3mrcuJe4fnlbKVvf8YesYK60MuRqhCwOQLE8YdBItOFWAIsnIiBSm2hXRHN2sPp4h9hlHJ0LoshZQx1i55V6OcFLjKGtNpgMIpPqGtZC1Bzjd3Z4AQBmBLwWmriTYcZ-I/s320/image00014.jpeg" /></a></div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><b><a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/new-arrivals-1" target="_blank">The Fabric </a>I Used: </b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>I used a new <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/new-arrivals-1" target="_blank">French Terry solid available now at Amelia Lane Designs</a>. It is so soft and perfect for these joggers! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitYw0IzLDk-6e_CTbKSKMhbyu0BxxkBE53jSbLJmvtXSGWlNt_QDOyckyTU3IUuniIEAM-g5zcrqWl7sFHK4rl2Jon36MIGu7gSVvfVXfqsGP4Ww1IAJDvucnMDoIFyqDUnKFRgpLdcnM/s1620/image00013.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitYw0IzLDk-6e_CTbKSKMhbyu0BxxkBE53jSbLJmvtXSGWlNt_QDOyckyTU3IUuniIEAM-g5zcrqWl7sFHK4rl2Jon36MIGu7gSVvfVXfqsGP4Ww1IAJDvucnMDoIFyqDUnKFRgpLdcnM/s320/image00013.jpeg" /></a></div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>This a polyester cotton blend. </div><div><br /></div><div>It is a <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/new-arrivals-1" target="_blank">new arrival </a>this weekend, and is on sale through Monday! </div><div><br /></div><div><i>For the waistband, pocket bands, and the cuffs, I used some coordinating cotton lycra I had on band. The french terry was perfect for the joggers, but you need something with more recovery for the bands! </i></div><div><i><br /></i></div><div><b>Now... a top! </b></div><div><br /></div><div>I finished the joggers, and had a bit of leftover fabric. I was trying to decide what to do with it, and who to use it for. I eventually decided to make a whole outfit for myself, and to make a top with the leftover fabric.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjG5PAPNQE4pXlp-ui8mbyynHw-UrIvxwK8T0nCMtaQkvQj0aEXYqC94UGKHPcMmPfm7pggQomU3HlzELkFrHeZZo1EexQiNl1pqGxRT7iVZeS_V_H4-0jcFqyPDN-TSwTJd0kQnEBr92w/s1620/image00007.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjG5PAPNQE4pXlp-ui8mbyynHw-UrIvxwK8T0nCMtaQkvQj0aEXYqC94UGKHPcMmPfm7pggQomU3HlzELkFrHeZZo1EexQiNl1pqGxRT7iVZeS_V_H4-0jcFqyPDN-TSwTJd0kQnEBr92w/s320/image00007.jpeg" /></a></div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Which top though?? Ultimately I decided to sew the <a href="https://www.seamwork.com/catalog/astoria" target="_blank">Seamwork Astoria</a>. It has been a bit since I've made this pattern, and I've been wanting to try it again. It was the perfect time! </div><div><br /></div><div>The <a href="https://www.seamwork.com/catalog/astoria" target="_blank">Astoria </a>is a cropped sweater pattern. It has two options - long sleeves and 3/4 length sleeves. The last <a href="https://www.seamwork.com/catalog/astoria" target="_blank">Astoria </a>I made was pretty short - I had a high waisted skirt I wore with it, but it was the only thing I could wear with it, so for this one, I decided to add a few inches. I added four inchest to the pattern (which was probably REALLY good since this fabric doesn't really have vertical stretch).</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwd0XYXv9bBidEE3pPsibXMDN5Q0euhQ4HenFh0Nv_N50_p_0Bi8OAF_VDUUEUl0FysSh6vByVU7AmWjtxSrZKLmq5K5pRCiinSVtt5d6bCi1zHGhhacyxefZrePzdooBPlgVwwuZhD8A/s1620/image00010.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhwd0XYXv9bBidEE3pPsibXMDN5Q0euhQ4HenFh0Nv_N50_p_0Bi8OAF_VDUUEUl0FysSh6vByVU7AmWjtxSrZKLmq5K5pRCiinSVtt5d6bCi1zHGhhacyxefZrePzdooBPlgVwwuZhD8A/s320/image00010.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div> I love it! 😁 </div><div><br /></div><div><b>Don't Forget - </b>Check out the NEW ARRIVALS at Amelia Lane Designs this weekend! Several french terry fabrics and a couple of new athletics are available! Discounted through Monday (09-29-2020)</div><div><a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/new-arrivals-1">https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/new-arrivals-1</a></div><div><div><div><h2><span style="color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;">Thanks for Reading 💗</span></h2><b><i><span style="background-color: white; color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;">I hope you have enjoyed this post! I would love for you to come follow me on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Custom-Made-by-Laura-1250222801812095/" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hinze.laura89/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, and <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/hinzelaura89/" target="_blank">Pinterest</a>. </span></i></b></div><div><div><span style="color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><br /></span></span><span style="color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">Also, come subscribe to my blog to receive notifications of new posts below! </span></span></div><form action="https://feedburner.google.com/fb/a/mailverify" method="post" onsubmit="window.open('https://feedburner.google.com/fb/a/mailverify?uri=blogspot/vbOdI', 'popupwindow', 'scrollbars=yes,width=550,height=520');return true" style="border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 3px; text-align: center;" target="popupwindow">Enter your email address:<br /><input name="email" style="width: 140px;" type="text" /><br /><input type="submit" value="Subscribe" /><br />Delivered by <a href="https://feedburner.google.com/" target="_blank">FeedBurner</a></form></div></div><div><br /></div><p><br /><br /></p><p><br /></p></div>Laura Hinze http://www.blogger.com/profile/01670984568127498299noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7207676589013573363.post-55624901848908455132020-09-22T17:18:00.001-05:002020-09-22T17:18:10.942-05:00The Pattern Emporium Unwind<p>I have had a busy couple of months. I saw the tester call for this pattern, and I liked the style, but I just COULDN'T. I can't do everything, as much as I might like to. 😜</p><p>**Disclosure: <i>I have included my affiliate link to the pattern used in this post. If you choose to make a purchase using my link, I'll receive a small commission of the sale at no additional cost to you.**</i></p><p>This is the <a href="https://patternemporium.com/products/unwind-sweater-jumper-hoodie-turtle-neck-tshirt-sweatshirt?aff=70" target="_blank">Pattern Emporium Unwind</a>... and I'm so excited to have one! </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfHJBBgLXlOZC1kw3hqiOVnGrF-_ox36FSUlz1kS723XEFqvpqh7_2dZ532of6p4xPL8j2fjtrPjSN-zJb-CBVre2PluzeFjkFYnCPkS9_XicVrHLoKA2gOu_0iEs-u9erRr-pgOP-JpE/s1620/image00023.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfHJBBgLXlOZC1kw3hqiOVnGrF-_ox36FSUlz1kS723XEFqvpqh7_2dZ532of6p4xPL8j2fjtrPjSN-zJb-CBVre2PluzeFjkFYnCPkS9_XicVrHLoKA2gOu_0iEs-u9erRr-pgOP-JpE/s320/image00023.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><p><br /></p><p>This will be the perfect pattern for the fall as the weather begins to change. It is the perfect piece for looking put together while also being super comfortable. </p><p><b>All About <a href="https://patternemporium.com/products/unwind-sweater-jumper-hoodie-turtle-neck-tshirt-sweatshirt?aff=70" target="_blank">the Pattern</a>:</b></p><p>The Unwind Sweater/ Jumper is a dolman style pullover top. There are no separate sleeve pieces as they are all one piece with the bodice. It is very easy and VERY quick to make! </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuyDQb6dO3-dhb37uWZPJarc2lmIeFvOQ0zckYMbDL2lJUSVEtWYxO1K39zJ8t9quPWKhYSA_3-Sp-1PgnaQ1Iy_siEDpqODhLMYypeJDSrdVQW6l32H1KeNA2egLD1z7rT1K3pl8U1jI/s1620/image00021.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuyDQb6dO3-dhb37uWZPJarc2lmIeFvOQ0zckYMbDL2lJUSVEtWYxO1K39zJ8t9quPWKhYSA_3-Sp-1PgnaQ1Iy_siEDpqODhLMYypeJDSrdVQW6l32H1KeNA2egLD1z7rT1K3pl8U1jI/s320/image00021.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>It can be made in many different fabrics, and looks great in all of them! You can see a video that Kate made about the Unwind, showing her many versions, here <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1QbqdbsK01w">https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=1QbqdbsK01w</a>. She made quite a few using different options and different fabrics, and they're all amazing. If you watch it, fair warning, I'm sure you'll want to make one! 😉</p><p><a href="https://patternemporium.com/products/unwind-sweater-jumper-hoodie-turtle-neck-tshirt-sweatshirt?aff=70" target="_blank">The Unwind</a> has many options! You can choose your sleeve length - short sleeve with hem, half sleeve with band, or long sleeve with band. You can choose which length you want your top - anything from crop length to long top length. There are two separate cutting lines for the regular and tall lengths. The hem is finished very easily with a hem band. </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2k62ZxopJ4gXpeUDOCf8iw2_zYpxn6itOJvpygW1HDEGbgu_e8uO0Pomjooa0nfV3wQ8Q8xMdNRDR-7UoBw79P1Cxa20a8HdQOeROCn1plUhFdAGH8_3twWzWUB4_zS6bGYuVjTaCufU/s1620/image00031.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2k62ZxopJ4gXpeUDOCf8iw2_zYpxn6itOJvpygW1HDEGbgu_e8uO0Pomjooa0nfV3wQ8Q8xMdNRDR-7UoBw79P1Cxa20a8HdQOeROCn1plUhFdAGH8_3twWzWUB4_zS6bGYuVjTaCufU/s320/image00031.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>There are many options for the neckline including a crew neckline, a relaxed neckline, a hood, or a turtleneck. </p><p>PLUS: if these options aren't enough for you, you can purchase the POCKET ADD-On to go with this pattern here: <a href="https://patternemporium.com/products/unwind-sweater-hoodie-top-pockets-add-on-sewing-pattern?aff=70">https://patternemporium.com/products/unwind-sweater-hoodie-top-pockets-add-on-sewing-pattern?aff=70</a>.</p><p><b>My Fabric:</b></p><p>As I mentioned, you can make this pattern using just about any fabric! I have had this liverpool for a couple of weeks trying to decide what I wanted to make with it. I love this fabric, y'all, and I wanted to choose a pattern that would do the fabric justice. Initially I wanted to make a dress, but with the print of the fabric, I was having a VERY tough time narrowing down a dress pattern that I thought would look great.</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEido2E-wpFopgT_hYolthbBbCk-M0ruxkbJBg8cNDL-zQfk_CbVGO11Ahib0oK_5rPvK7ANxLACmY6phvZBx0yYtgQju18C1MrgqaHoCu8sL22mPOvIHT1z5G64ODGVgdEpzOUWlaIXErM/s1620/image00027.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEido2E-wpFopgT_hYolthbBbCk-M0ruxkbJBg8cNDL-zQfk_CbVGO11Ahib0oK_5rPvK7ANxLACmY6phvZBx0yYtgQju18C1MrgqaHoCu8sL22mPOvIHT1z5G64ODGVgdEpzOUWlaIXErM/s320/image00027.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>Finally, I remembered this pattern. I messaged Kate to get her opinion about whether or not the liverpool would work well - she reassured me that <i>everything </i>works well with this pattern, so I went with it. And I'm SO glad I did, because I'm pretty much in love with this sweater!</p><p>This is <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/liverpool" target="_blank">Liverpool from Amelia Lane Designs</a>. All of their liverpool is on sale for a few more days - through the END of September (2020). So it's a great time to grab some to try out, or to stock up if you know you love it! 💓</p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0bRDu8E8MPKMpUhrU9WTcdaeiMPANfYkbClG36hA9M7ZkCv-XCnsYLeEc1ta6F8lLqmvTuBkTiitBJKIEwYi33Bn6i-6kw9Hb_iTKdSuhxDzX_R0efnbiXNBwSpt-kg4iEB-GmzrnBKg/s1620/image00030.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0bRDu8E8MPKMpUhrU9WTcdaeiMPANfYkbClG36hA9M7ZkCv-XCnsYLeEc1ta6F8lLqmvTuBkTiitBJKIEwYi33Bn6i-6kw9Hb_iTKdSuhxDzX_R0efnbiXNBwSpt-kg4iEB-GmzrnBKg/s320/image00030.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p><b>Reasons I Love <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/liverpool" target="_blank">Liverpool</a>:</b></p><p><a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/liverpool" target="_blank">Liverpool </a>is actually one of my favorite fabric types! I love many of them, but liverpool has been a favorite for me since the first time I tried it! There are several reasons... my biggest reason is that it is so easy to sew! It has structure and is just very easy to sew. Another reason is that it hardly wrinkles, like EVER. Like I've crammed a dress made from liverpool into a suitcase and pulled it right out to wear without ironing! It's like a miracle fabric for packing!! It also has an amazing texture, and is just beautiful! <br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjs_coIWrvzeVYmNf0-RE2S8xa0XJef5AfCpch_en5TBKi2-mj2C-7_ZJ5WAIslyX0PuTFMHDMbbJGGG_Uq40H8I5mIFxcbzjKHpsmqd9Qroz3VIMzgZk_D0WlbyuZt1JnIIgPuDYnjxT4/s1620/image00024.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjs_coIWrvzeVYmNf0-RE2S8xa0XJef5AfCpch_en5TBKi2-mj2C-7_ZJ5WAIslyX0PuTFMHDMbbJGGG_Uq40H8I5mIFxcbzjKHpsmqd9Qroz3VIMzgZk_D0WlbyuZt1JnIIgPuDYnjxT4/s320/image00024.jpeg" /></a><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPLWiy2qBqOhzdwkMzr08Z8cNzbuTzPSbzi5L5ws3HHo9rApj_dyqg20pSiLJY1hy00Lijajtpayq_TvY-ewhJLZxjLPU9O6BKxt3BL3jp5WiZ5LnRhsqtHo7OplVRMkFodY4zbvo2UAk/s1620/image00029.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPLWiy2qBqOhzdwkMzr08Z8cNzbuTzPSbzi5L5ws3HHo9rApj_dyqg20pSiLJY1hy00Lijajtpayq_TvY-ewhJLZxjLPU9O6BKxt3BL3jp5WiZ5LnRhsqtHo7OplVRMkFodY4zbvo2UAk/s320/image00029.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>So remember to check out the sale on liverpool at Amelia Lane Designs before the end of the month!! </p><p><a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/liverpool">https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/liverpool</a></p><p>Also, be sure to check out the Unwind Pattern Here: </p><p><a href="https://patternemporium.com/products/unwind-sweater-jumper-hoodie-turtle-neck-tshirt-sweatshirt?aff=70">https://patternemporium.com/products/unwind-sweater-jumper-hoodie-turtle-neck-tshirt-sweatshirt?aff=70</a> (affiliate)</p><div><div><h2><span style="color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;">Thanks for Reading 💗</span></h2><b><i><span style="background-color: white; color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;">I hope you have enjoyed this post! 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You may have picked up on that. I have quite a few handmade dresses hanging in my closet, and I wear one almost every day. <div><br /></div><div>When Kate showed us her new test in the testing group, I was obsessed. I somewhat reluctantly applied to test, because in the past, I've had a bit of trouble getting a good fit with fitted dresses and skirts. But, I loved hers so much that I really wanted to try it. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTheu8twPTYNx72CDiCURbRfo5nGo-8MqcCEECssiort7BJFzBxfYw8VePgVemecjwx538hAjX4YWzqRqMQS4RGoFp3ijbeDogYf4sJ_eQrFN8fXu2-vGCbNJOg_egI7qVG9NFC6rLu7M/s2048/DCS_8934.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1366" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTheu8twPTYNx72CDiCURbRfo5nGo-8MqcCEECssiort7BJFzBxfYw8VePgVemecjwx538hAjX4YWzqRqMQS4RGoFp3ijbeDogYf4sJ_eQrFN8fXu2-vGCbNJOg_egI7qVG9NFC6rLu7M/s320/DCS_8934.jpg" /></a></div></div><div><br /></div><div>**Disclosure: this post contains my affiliate link to the pattern(s) I used. If you choose to purchase a pattern using my link, I will receive a small commission of the sale at no additional charge to you**</div><div><br /></div><div><b><a href="https://patternemporium.com/collections/pattern-release/products/entice-me-fitted-dress-sewing-pattern?aff=70" target="_blank">The Entice Me Dress:</a></b></div><div><br /></div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>The <a href="https://patternemporium.com/collections/pattern-release/products/entice-me-fitted-dress-sewing-pattern?aff=70" target="_blank">Entice Me dress </a>is a fitted dress with LOTS of options! </li><li>There are neckline options - you can sew a crew neckline, or any combination of the following: low, mid, and high front combined with low, mid, or high back. There is even a separate cowl piece/ neck warmer you can wear with your dress.</li><li>The dress has three lengths: knee, midi, or ankle length.</li><li>Several sleeve options including: two sleeveless cuts, a cap sleeve, a flared sleeve, regular short, 3/4 and long slim sleeves.</li><li>Drafted for knit fabrics with both horizontal and vertical stretch. </li><li>Includes the option for cutting the back on the fold OR adding a back seam to help conserve fabric.</li><li>The front dress is ONE piece. The back has a waist seam to allow for shaping/ a great fit! </li><li>Included with <a href="https://patternemporium.com/collections/pattern-release/products/entice-me-fitted-dress-sewing-pattern?aff=70" target="_blank">this release </a>is an add on pack with a cowl back neckline.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWesuZAhyJYqX93Zg49QQOf_fTfjNY7AkdS4b6jQTv-W1eOyLEoDHXL8Kl4Kn988O_bjembpl7Vi33xaVFJxg_HEMtCkt3WcdxyCPPhHg5QilR4xkhuHlD-VrhyphenhyphenSFUpEZ6VfGlNEx-G8I/s1620/image00003.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgWesuZAhyJYqX93Zg49QQOf_fTfjNY7AkdS4b6jQTv-W1eOyLEoDHXL8Kl4Kn988O_bjembpl7Vi33xaVFJxg_HEMtCkt3WcdxyCPPhHg5QilR4xkhuHlD-VrhyphenhyphenSFUpEZ6VfGlNEx-G8I/s320/image00003.jpeg" /></a></div></li></ul><div>There are SO many options! <a href="https://patternemporium.com/collections/pattern-release/products/entice-me-fitted-dress-sewing-pattern?aff=70" target="_blank">This dress </a>is such a value!! </div><div><br /></div><div><b>Fitting <a href="https://patternemporium.com/collections/pattern-release/products/entice-me-fitted-dress-sewing-pattern?aff=70" target="_blank">My Dress</a>:</b></div></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>As I mentioned, I was slightly reluctant to sign up for the test, although I loved the look, because I've struggled a bit fitting fitted dresses and skirts in the past. I am NOT an expert in fitting, by any means, but I'm learning all the time! </div><div><br /></div><div>The trouble I've had in the past was that I would have slight pulling across the hips when I walked AND I would have a bit of extra fabric right above the fullest part of my hips. When I took in the sides to get rid of the little bit of extra fabric, the pulling would get even worse.</div><div><br /></div><div>When I sewed my first version/ toile of <a href="https://patternemporium.com/collections/pattern-release/products/entice-me-fitted-dress-sewing-pattern?aff=70" target="_blank">this pattern</a>, this is exactly what I experienced. But Kate and Mel were so amazing - they worked with me until we figured out the issue, and got my perfect fit! Now, I'm completely obsessed with this pattern, and SO happy I decided to test it! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg524-QD2gxzm63TbnysALeZbGw8EMnL-1vQKVs7zzbuFRYIkVmAWvwakrC4ZaHJnUlbsFFhXWA_Digw58BYXz03jzTO6H4kBRW0yZ2GMfK5ZDb9_Fw-diR-b-5phGL0Dq5oNfyMpePRA0/s1620/image00009.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg524-QD2gxzm63TbnysALeZbGw8EMnL-1vQKVs7zzbuFRYIkVmAWvwakrC4ZaHJnUlbsFFhXWA_Digw58BYXz03jzTO6H4kBRW0yZ2GMfK5ZDb9_Fw-diR-b-5phGL0Dq5oNfyMpePRA0/s320/image00009.jpeg" /></a></div></div><div><br /></div><div>Based on my measurements, I chose to sew a size 8 bust and waist, and a size 10 hips. After talking to Kate about my pulling, she told me that when there is not enough room for your hips, and you walk, it'll make the dress pull or bunch a little. So she suggested that I grade the hips out to right between a 10 and a 12. I did, and like I said before, I had a tiny bit of fabric above my hips, but NO pulling across the hips this time. I took in about 1/4 inch on either side, a couple of inches above the hips, and PERFECT fit! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgR9vTQJb-5yyo0D8S8s1QWAWOPvZi5gOTPjgLe1rp5CM6XUswbb1tyV0jojDd9Ve9bARpd4ikXGIBsuuazEcHKAY9mk7lLJlDzPdwV2uf_M-r6BSWvxLPlheH714p4CzmNOtK7ttymmoc/s1620/image00012.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgR9vTQJb-5yyo0D8S8s1QWAWOPvZi5gOTPjgLe1rp5CM6XUswbb1tyV0jojDd9Ve9bARpd4ikXGIBsuuazEcHKAY9mk7lLJlDzPdwV2uf_M-r6BSWvxLPlheH714p4CzmNOtK7ttymmoc/s320/image00012.jpeg" /></a></div></div><div><br /></div><div>My 3rd version was perfect from the get-go! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPyZhc4sJj3L0M-RJM9_-UMuI2pO1YyuxuPrGAkJkWWZ7CzFnOmp4R0SGX5joY9-X3BZIRToeD7nDlyufW6KrzTAUs3EHn0qSDD6kBAtSdLNH1ZFxHvnzFALjgcKXzOqEvJ-8eNJMk-C8/s2048/DCS_8938.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPyZhc4sJj3L0M-RJM9_-UMuI2pO1YyuxuPrGAkJkWWZ7CzFnOmp4R0SGX5joY9-X3BZIRToeD7nDlyufW6KrzTAUs3EHn0qSDD6kBAtSdLNH1ZFxHvnzFALjgcKXzOqEvJ-8eNJMk-C8/s320/DCS_8938.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><b>The Options I Chose:</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>For my navy dress, I used a <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/rayon-spandex" target="_blank">heavy rayon spandex fabric I bought at Amelia Lane Designs</a>. If you've never used this fabric, it's AMAZING. It doesn't "grow" or sag like some Rayon Spandex will. It's a bit thicker, and so soft. I'm so glad I tried it!</div><div><br /></div><div>I chose to use the crew neckline and the flared sleeves. My dress was cut at knee length. The back pieces were cut on the fold.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPvxz4f39ElGfCUtBTpJBTM8jm3_oAf8vF4EFktQMT-SpAcHbHgQKdED4ifiIYVyj5UEny1VWYqvB4yjdjQEex8WL0tE3adnFGIpI0PbsVvWxtyrcqnDQXjdOm00HGXmtwJoqmoo-5zyI/s1620/image00011.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1620" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPvxz4f39ElGfCUtBTpJBTM8jm3_oAf8vF4EFktQMT-SpAcHbHgQKdED4ifiIYVyj5UEny1VWYqvB4yjdjQEex8WL0tE3adnFGIpI0PbsVvWxtyrcqnDQXjdOm00HGXmtwJoqmoo-5zyI/s320/image00011.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div></div><div><br /></div><div>I'm obsessed with the flared sleeve. It's GORGEOUS y'all!! </div><div><br /></div><div>My second dress, the floral, is a DBP that I've had in my stash for a while! It's been waiting on the perfect pattern, and this was for sure it! 😉</div><div><br /></div><div>This dress was made using the high front neckline, low back neckline, cap sleeves, and knee length. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihxfxDCrdgwpKvZfQah91_rPgqs7mpMd-8TMmR23m-0EvE2qV7KANCEluG4N_esEEo34FTQ7WeqSel1DB3BAZROP8toR9x1-KA9S4lk3r5AQDtNxbO861Y7MHWiOz-a_p70ZCeiQMuJBk/s2048/DCS_8956.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2048" data-original-width="1365" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihxfxDCrdgwpKvZfQah91_rPgqs7mpMd-8TMmR23m-0EvE2qV7KANCEluG4N_esEEo34FTQ7WeqSel1DB3BAZROP8toR9x1-KA9S4lk3r5AQDtNxbO861Y7MHWiOz-a_p70ZCeiQMuJBk/s320/DCS_8956.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>I love the combinations of necklines to choose from! 💗</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Even More Options...</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>If you'll look in the Pattern Emporium Group, you'll see that several sewists made the pattern even more versatile by hacking it or mashing it with another pattern. When you start doing that... the options are almost limitless! </div><div><br /></div><div>I decided I wanted a tee with the flared sleeve. So I grabbed my pattern for the <a href="https://patternemporium.com/products/ladies-endless-summer-tee-pdf-pattern?aff=70">Endless Summer Tee </a>that <a href="https://custommadebylaura.blogspot.com/2020/05/liverpool-and-sashay-shorts.html" target="_blank">I made not too long ago</a>, and mashed the top (necklines and sleeves) from the Entice Me pattern with the bottom of the <a href="https://patternemporium.com/products/ladies-endless-summer-tee-pdf-pattern?aff=70" target="_blank">Endless Summer Tee</a>. I'm super pleased with how this one turned out! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPnSxO-w1tKOHKbd8byaHN_n4ENjYlgvOD2ONpqQRc9fakA1DJaadu-i5L_vZPQ2JHsNl0zEhPKfVgzjsG82G85-B1HYv7wivWOiQhsuwS1YH6zVtaRsZjBGmdmmUayUvIGaEE5qyIvH4/s4085/DCS_8974.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4085" data-original-width="2735" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhPnSxO-w1tKOHKbd8byaHN_n4ENjYlgvOD2ONpqQRc9fakA1DJaadu-i5L_vZPQ2JHsNl0zEhPKfVgzjsG82G85-B1HYv7wivWOiQhsuwS1YH6zVtaRsZjBGmdmmUayUvIGaEE5qyIvH4/s320/DCS_8974.jpg" /></a></div></div><div><br /></div><div>This one is made using an <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/ity" target="_blank">ITY fabric from Amelia Lane Designs</a>. They have ITY on sale for the month of July! So, if you're a fan of ITY or just want to try it, it's a great time to stock up!!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifJpEOWhJRGBQheQgw8RYznppzmJcI2dn_hu_eNL3vzEr_vhqibjhkx8V76_WA_-uVfPbZgwpwEveByIMu1Id0aE5Ro3KDjI91Js6D3a2Lb5teMqeu72s2UP38WjcaJR5Bioka73-pm4E/s3876/DCS_8989.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3876" data-original-width="3253" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEifJpEOWhJRGBQheQgw8RYznppzmJcI2dn_hu_eNL3vzEr_vhqibjhkx8V76_WA_-uVfPbZgwpwEveByIMu1Id0aE5Ro3KDjI91Js6D3a2Lb5teMqeu72s2UP38WjcaJR5Bioka73-pm4E/s320/DCS_8989.jpg" /></a></div><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/AVvXsEjWOfNt6k3X6pkvtu6ZkDi9mab1earU4Tph0cs_1UmBd7QN2ZUEg2dSqy6eq2qcebhynF6ztrUW0RRL7SzrgjmNV1jD4QBdGMm1r0edJQUDhxBbM71sM26KO5ijfipIEm1-y2vOPdAN3ms/s3996/DCS_8983.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="3995" data-original-width="3996" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWOfNt6k3X6pkvtu6ZkDi9mab1earU4Tph0cs_1UmBd7QN2ZUEg2dSqy6eq2qcebhynF6ztrUW0RRL7SzrgjmNV1jD4QBdGMm1r0edJQUDhxBbM71sM26KO5ijfipIEm1-y2vOPdAN3ms/s320/DCS_8983.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><b><a href="https://patternemporium.com/collections/pattern-release/products/entice-me-fitted-dress-sewing-pattern?aff=70" target="_blank">The Pattern:</a></b></div><div><br /></div><div>The pattern is on sale for release this week! Kate has also discounted some patterns that would be awesome to pair with this one or to mash with it, so don't miss checking out those either!</div><div><a href="goog_1576052746"><br /></a></div><div><a href="https://patternemporium.com/collections/pattern-release/products/entice-me-fitted-dress-sewing-pattern?aff=70">https://patternemporium.com/collections/pattern-release/products/entice-me-fitted-dress-sewing-pattern?aff=70</a></div><div><div><div><h2><span style="color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;">Thanks for Reading 💗</span></h2><b><i><span style="background-color: white; color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;">I hope you have enjoyed this post! I would love for you to come follow me on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Custom-Made-by-Laura-1250222801812095/" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hinze.laura89/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, and <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/hinzelaura89/" target="_blank">Pinterest</a>. </span></i></b></div><div><div><span style="color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><br /></span></span><span style="color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">Also, come subscribe to my blog to receive notifications of new posts below! </span></span></div><form action="https://feedburner.google.com/fb/a/mailverify" method="post" onsubmit="window.open('https://feedburner.google.com/fb/a/mailverify?uri=blogspot/vbOdI', 'popupwindow', 'scrollbars=yes,width=550,height=520');return true" style="border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 3px; text-align: center;" target="popupwindow">Enter your email address:<br /><input name="email" style="width: 140px;" type="text" /><br /><input type="submit" value="Subscribe" /><br />Delivered by <a href="https://feedburner.google.com/" target="_blank">FeedBurner</a></form></div></div><div><br /></div><br /><br /><br /></div>Laura Hinze http://www.blogger.com/profile/01670984568127498299noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7207676589013573363.post-91483585581488057182020-07-11T14:25:00.000-05:002020-07-11T14:26:05.718-05:00A Lounge SetWe've been staying home a lot recently. nd most days, I've been getting dressed. I have like twenty comfortable knit dresses, so that's been perfect. But some days, especially rainy days, I'm not much in the mood to wear a dress. I just want something comfy. But not pajamas, you know? <div><br /></div><div>I kind of shopped on-line for something back around my birthday. You know, I thought I might treat myself to something new, but I didn't really find much I loved. </div><div><br /></div><div>A couple of weeks ago, I saw someone in the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/ALDfabric/" target="_blank">Amelia Lane Designs Facebook Group </a>wearing leggings she made from DBP... so I had to try it! </div><div><br /></div><div>**<i>Disclosure: I have included my affiliate link to the patterns I used for this post. If you choose to purchase a pattern using my link, I'll receive a small commission of the sale at no additional cost to you**</i></div><div><br /></div><div>I made a lounge set using two tried and true patterns for me - both <a href="https://5outof4.com/?affiliates=335" target="_blank"><b>from 5 out of 4</b></a>! </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXSgQyNxJ2WVUr_Leg38AekGlTmmbvOLGEC4lu_4xvckYNEjDKBIGY0jvT3Ee6_yiauC5g1SUtt_hwnXQVfFFfT0k3hvgPUtlihAJ-ThSGjzf_ySqEv-YIt0dPwYSz1blCoo8fwHjGaz8/s1620/image00014.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXSgQyNxJ2WVUr_Leg38AekGlTmmbvOLGEC4lu_4xvckYNEjDKBIGY0jvT3Ee6_yiauC5g1SUtt_hwnXQVfFFfT0k3hvgPUtlihAJ-ThSGjzf_ySqEv-YIt0dPwYSz1blCoo8fwHjGaz8/s320/image00014.jpeg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><b>These are the <a href="https://5outof4.com/product/ninja-pants/?affiliates=335" target="_blank">NINJA Pants</a>! </b></div><div><br /></div><div>These are very easy, comfortably <a href="https://5outof4.com/product/ninja-pants/?affiliates=335" target="_blank">fitting leggings</a>. They go together very quickly - I can probably make a pair in about thirty minutes. They have no side seams. They have different length options, and different waist options. They're also FREE! 😃<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeX7yoogb8qVJadZ2WerZuz8bh5Z1_HOSJ53ZYBdm-ZiwC_IePPBNTyXpZU8wIgwAhbJHoNyTtSjTkjW_uLwcWeZJuLf7MbCdY7N0HQKqIFGOD_dZudKUwXNVRuDui0HPQMSHDQ3dmpvk/s1620/image00023.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeX7yoogb8qVJadZ2WerZuz8bh5Z1_HOSJ53ZYBdm-ZiwC_IePPBNTyXpZU8wIgwAhbJHoNyTtSjTkjW_uLwcWeZJuLf7MbCdY7N0HQKqIFGOD_dZudKUwXNVRuDui0HPQMSHDQ3dmpvk/s320/image00023.jpeg" /></a></div></div><div><br /></div><div>I used the ankle length, high waist option for <a href="https://5outof4.com/product/ninja-pants/?affiliates=335" target="_blank">these pants</a>. </div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmP-EucEF0dNrV9NbZY644cxg2Iivhe1mwQ6ZTKCcqcc3lGnIf13NIXYKJVJYBw3pApMjJISTRGyjuE9hXL6dVmKhUWYJQBJdMhRr0RqWWtjtQrnRc13Br4eG_6K5p1jIqbrHYsqjLkvg/s1620/image00021.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmP-EucEF0dNrV9NbZY644cxg2Iivhe1mwQ6ZTKCcqcc3lGnIf13NIXYKJVJYBw3pApMjJISTRGyjuE9hXL6dVmKhUWYJQBJdMhRr0RqWWtjtQrnRc13Br4eG_6K5p1jIqbrHYsqjLkvg/s320/image00021.jpeg" /></a></div></div><div><br /></div><div>After finishing the pants, I thought, "I REALLY need something good to pair with these..." I put a little thought into it and went and grabbed my trusty <a href="https://5outof4.com/product/michelle-fitted-tee/?affiliates=335" target="_blank">Michelle Tee pattern</a>.</div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCBB77FkJIp9eN2ceZIkXxgCZPkyOdqn2eJkB_sbPROMMMusuOB8WepWNl6Baiu3JBc_jQp1rUe112w_VgfX9WzUjrBBzI1n5ffbiRL2sGgG-c6qbZg3h1g55TdoT3tlSdDyMGmu5BonI/s1620/image00018.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCBB77FkJIp9eN2ceZIkXxgCZPkyOdqn2eJkB_sbPROMMMusuOB8WepWNl6Baiu3JBc_jQp1rUe112w_VgfX9WzUjrBBzI1n5ffbiRL2sGgG-c6qbZg3h1g55TdoT3tlSdDyMGmu5BonI/s320/image00018.jpeg" /></a></div></div><div><br /></div><div><b><a href="https://5outof4.com/product/michelle-fitted-tee/?affiliates=335" target="_blank">The Michelle Tee</a>:</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>This is the third time I've sewn <a href="https://5outof4.com/product/michelle-fitted-tee/?affiliates=335" target="_blank">this pattern</a>. I really like it. I used it <a href="https://custommadebylaura.blogspot.com/2019/09/5-out-of-4-shenanigans-skort-and.html" target="_blank">last summer with some athletic/ triathlon </a>fabric. I also used it in the winter for a 3/4 sleeve DBP top, which is also a favorite for me. So, I knew I'd love this. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhH91hVzRojN4AtCE_ik8dIR_NZWYvXIEbNyY8RLM63CJU7hHlVQLBTdmfdIWYHgxfSNnfgkehusd2yeTESuKppdcIpl7XSXfd5PyneEwXd7oPWKQed_fuJgxSRVdGhgOxAqSVMz_yLj6w/s1620/image00027.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1620" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhH91hVzRojN4AtCE_ik8dIR_NZWYvXIEbNyY8RLM63CJU7hHlVQLBTdmfdIWYHgxfSNnfgkehusd2yeTESuKppdcIpl7XSXfd5PyneEwXd7oPWKQed_fuJgxSRVdGhgOxAqSVMz_yLj6w/s320/image00027.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div></div><div><br /></div><div>This is <a href="https://5outof4.com/product/michelle-fitted-tee/?affiliates=335" target="_blank">a pattern </a>for a basic, fitted tee. It has different sleeve length options, and the option of either top length or tunic length. </div><div><br /></div><div>I used the short sleeves and top length this time. </div><div><br /></div><div>I think this worked out to be the perfect pajama/ lounge set. I've had it for a few days, and I've already slept in it like three times! It is so comfortable! Why did I never think to use DBP for loungewear before? I'm certainly a fan!! 😉</div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><b>The Fabric:</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>This is one of the <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/new-arrivals-1" target="_blank">NEW ARRIVALS</a> at <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/new-arrivals-1" target="_blank">Amelia Lane Designs </a>this weekend! They are all solids, and all on sale through MONDAY! <b> </b></div><div><br /></div><div>There are some super beautiful colors! Don't miss them! 💓</div><div><div><div><h2><span style="color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;">Thanks for Reading 💗</span></h2><b><i><span style="background-color: white; color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;">I hope you have enjoyed this post! I would love for you to come follow me on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Custom-Made-by-Laura-1250222801812095/" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hinze.laura89/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, and <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/hinzelaura89/" target="_blank">Pinterest</a>. </span></i></b></div><div><div><span style="color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><br /></span></span><span style="color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">Also, come subscribe to my blog to receive notifications of new posts below! </span></span></div><form action="https://feedburner.google.com/fb/a/mailverify" method="post" onsubmit="window.open('https://feedburner.google.com/fb/a/mailverify?uri=blogspot/vbOdI', 'popupwindow', 'scrollbars=yes,width=550,height=520');return true" style="border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 3px; text-align: center;" target="popupwindow">Enter your email address:<br /><input name="email" style="width: 140px;" type="text" /><br /><input type="submit" value="Subscribe" /><br />Delivered by <a href="https://feedburner.google.com/" target="_blank">FeedBurner</a></form></div></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>Laura Hinze http://www.blogger.com/profile/01670984568127498299noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7207676589013573363.post-40466840830487299322020-06-29T14:27:00.001-05:002020-06-29T14:29:10.181-05:00The Ellie and Mac Curved Hem TankI had this fabric on hand planning to make something for my mama. I generally overthink things I'm making for other people.<div><br /></div><div>My mama wasn't picky - she just wanted something to wear to stay cool. This fabric is perfect for that. We decided that I'd make her a tank, because she already has several short sleeve tees. The only thing she asked was if I had a pattern with a curved hem. She has a couple of store bought tanks that have curved hems, and she likes them. I like curved hems too - they're very flattering! </div><div><br /></div><div>So, I did what I do -- I scoured through all of the patterns I own (and some I don't own) looking for the perfect tank. Sometimes I feel like I spend more time trying to decide <i>what</i> to sew than I actually do sewing it! </div><div><br /></div><div><b><a href="https://www.ellieandmac.com/products/curved-hem-pocket-tank-pattern" target="_blank">The Ellie and Mac Curved Hem Tank:</a></b></div><div><br /></div><div>I remembered seeing Mya, one of the owners of Amelia Lane Designs, who made a blog post comparing several tanks. I remember liking the way her <a href="https://www.ellieandmac.com/products/curved-hem-pocket-tank-pattern">Ellie and Mac Curved Hem Tank </a>fit her. So I showed it to my mama, and decided to give it a try. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbCo8CvDyRt8Bd5kFIPGgZ-4iCzVI-QFbXxk2OaFtp-ZW98w3u8whyphenhyphen7eELYMPsFZuv3xOpBhTKECMO6n2gSvcZbuCayoWMNVLQXuHmzeAUCyddsLUwpTLctBLxy0QQNwIou6gsF6ppSsA/s1620/image00006.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbCo8CvDyRt8Bd5kFIPGgZ-4iCzVI-QFbXxk2OaFtp-ZW98w3u8whyphenhyphen7eELYMPsFZuv3xOpBhTKECMO6n2gSvcZbuCayoWMNVLQXuHmzeAUCyddsLUwpTLctBLxy0QQNwIou6gsF6ppSsA/s320/image00006.jpeg" /></a></div></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://www.ellieandmac.com/products/curved-hem-pocket-tank-pattern" target="_blank">The pattern</a> is for a basic tank with a pocket, curved hemline, and binding. I left off the pocket. The back of the tank is shaped with a seam down the center back. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAw9AEaPUVQ3XdlwCVbn2UnDRx6u8Rq-th3P6DWnTIoUjV-4BvK1ZqXb9LVZD3eBqQxD8MZn2OIr3JiEZZbn2T09_R0SuX9VdjNa5POmHRsxxlSXhxztYTooKVSaFg1GJuT_bdOkvSsB8/s1620/image00009.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAw9AEaPUVQ3XdlwCVbn2UnDRx6u8Rq-th3P6DWnTIoUjV-4BvK1ZqXb9LVZD3eBqQxD8MZn2OIr3JiEZZbn2T09_R0SuX9VdjNa5POmHRsxxlSXhxztYTooKVSaFg1GJuT_bdOkvSsB8/s320/image00009.jpeg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /><a href="https://www.ellieandmac.com/products/curved-hem-pocket-tank-pattern">The pattern </a>comes with a broad range of sizes - all the way to a 6XL. It is a quick and easy sew. </div><div><br /></div><div><b>The Fit:</b></div><div><br /></div><div>I chose her size based on her measurements and the chart, rather than RTW size. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8krKN0XbQ8yGFDIBKVfyb4754hXkaVr9cWz6nx7gCalis2Mz-_EeesCu_cI7RD_TmqnQrAAP53vm_2hT3b9-Pp2yxgiUqmHT9f9xON62qN1vJ3T3wCDbJSw4Vx4VPd1yZMZs79_fKwJk/s1620/image00011.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8krKN0XbQ8yGFDIBKVfyb4754hXkaVr9cWz6nx7gCalis2Mz-_EeesCu_cI7RD_TmqnQrAAP53vm_2hT3b9-Pp2yxgiUqmHT9f9xON62qN1vJ3T3wCDbJSw4Vx4VPd1yZMZs79_fKwJk/s320/image00011.jpeg" /></a></div></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://www.ellieandmac.com/products/curved-hem-pocket-tank-pattern" target="_blank">This tank</a> is a little more fitted on her at the shoulders and bust. It has more ease at the waist and hips. The straps are wide enough to cover regular bra straps. </div><div><br /></div><div><b><a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/new-arrivals-1">The Fabric</a>: </b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>The fabric is one of the <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/new-arrivals-1">new scorpion fabrics </a>available this week at <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/new-arrivals-1" target="_blank">Amelia Lane Designs</a>. They have it in stock in three colors presently (white, pink, purple). The pink and purple are both so bright and vibrant - very beautiful colors! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwEzlarB2cRc74Khyphenhyphen0ycsipbn1v35V6JN6jsIjn1yeRJ0FMytakvx5EBhBqP_-NlBq_LhdOLgB2Af2_w9zrVHKXm7FLB3jW8QtC7YKS35Ow2ZInj8bCjgeRGWqQWms2PblrB-dtYBVc-w/s1620/image00004.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwEzlarB2cRc74Khyphenhyphen0ycsipbn1v35V6JN6jsIjn1yeRJ0FMytakvx5EBhBqP_-NlBq_LhdOLgB2Af2_w9zrVHKXm7FLB3jW8QtC7YKS35Ow2ZInj8bCjgeRGWqQWms2PblrB-dtYBVc-w/s320/image00004.jpeg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/new-arrivals-1" target="_blank">The fabric </a>is a lightweight athletic. It is very soft and drapey. It is perfect for flowy tops, dresses, loose shorts, skirts, etc. </div><div><br /></div><div>This fabric, along with the other new arrivals, are on sale through Monday (6-29-20)!</div><div><br /></div><div><div><div><h2><span style="color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;">Thanks for Reading 💗</span></h2><b><i><span style="background-color: white; color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;">I hope you have enjoyed this post! 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For the last several years, I've opted to wear a rashguard and a swim skirt, because they're easy to fit. I always struggled finding swim tops that fit my body in the stores. They either didn't provide enough coverage, support, or they were too big. So, wearing rash guards and swim skirts, I didn't feel much of a need to have a swim cover up. <div><br /></div><div>But this year, I've been making actual swimming suits, and I'm really enjoying having them. But, I decided I needed a swim cover up to wear over them. 🙂</div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/new-arrivals-1">Amelia Lane Designs </a>just stocked the PERFECT fabric for swim cover ups. It's an athletic fabric, but it's soft, lightweight, and drapey. It reminds me of ITY fabric if you've ever worked with that. This athletic base is called "Scorpion." It's my first time to use this base, and I'm definitely a fan!</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7EVK9Ke3TcCo0fz_yrngxIM99oghEmesR4aynO08qXp-2qF-j4nh_1leOR-blfN67X-YUCjQ8zQgvFnHerELPQGf4ZyQ1PdRA0TGRliDzQdsZ3ITYK1L8NIPHuCVmORK-mnyGy9TqT4Q/s1620/image00002.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7EVK9Ke3TcCo0fz_yrngxIM99oghEmesR4aynO08qXp-2qF-j4nh_1leOR-blfN67X-YUCjQ8zQgvFnHerELPQGf4ZyQ1PdRA0TGRliDzQdsZ3ITYK1L8NIPHuCVmORK-mnyGy9TqT4Q/s320/image00002.jpeg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>Right now, they have the fabric stocked in three colors - purple, pink, and white. It is lightweight, but not see-through. It's probably best for patterns that need a little drape, like tops, dresses, flowy skirts or shorts. It is a polyester spandex blend.</div><div><br /></div><div>Some of the ALD promo team did use it for leggings, but it definitely wouldn't have the same compression quality as other athletic bases, although, I'm sure it would be super comfortable for leggings, if that's what you're looking for! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5-T_PuRVT9OgV0tI0652HOJCx99qC5snNguXgDk-_zIM5jzpsu0HuOs_KHqi8_Qwm7EPpUmYjS3jnA8TLQjDRpAoCqAvFmVmsV_2egSmc2yfAHHlyu_ULtWHtgJ0BJCWo4nY1yn9OMks/s1620/image00007.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh5-T_PuRVT9OgV0tI0652HOJCx99qC5snNguXgDk-_zIM5jzpsu0HuOs_KHqi8_Qwm7EPpUmYjS3jnA8TLQjDRpAoCqAvFmVmsV_2egSmc2yfAHHlyu_ULtWHtgJ0BJCWo4nY1yn9OMks/s320/image00007.jpeg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>I love using the fabric for a swim cover up, because it's soft, airy, feels pretty breathable to me, and it dries quickly. </div><div><br /></div><div><b><a href="https://georgeandgingerpatterns.com/collections/freebies/products/free-lounge-gown-pdf-sewing-pattern" target="_blank">The Pattern </a>I Used:</b></div><div><br /></div><div>For this swim cover up, I used the <a href="https://georgeandgingerpatterns.com/collections/freebies/products/free-lounge-gown-pdf-sewing-pattern" target="_blank">George and Ginger Lounge Gown </a>for the first time. I really liked it. I'd been looking at it/ considering sewing it for a while, and I should have tried it sooner. It's comfortable, super easy to sew, and works perfectly for a swim cover up! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfy3cQqnAXlNraX8wkGgOAxpW3iDHVdpVdcLfDyYZIWt0pdRTpdaHJas8hXjbPgRFBD6WLgDo-h2cpz07vHifU5aFTUMTaqdo7Vxl0bwWYt7JggbkDt1LCEl7zvbFDBSCtA2xCviOoOWo/s1620/image00011.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfy3cQqnAXlNraX8wkGgOAxpW3iDHVdpVdcLfDyYZIWt0pdRTpdaHJas8hXjbPgRFBD6WLgDo-h2cpz07vHifU5aFTUMTaqdo7Vxl0bwWYt7JggbkDt1LCEl7zvbFDBSCtA2xCviOoOWo/s320/image00011.jpeg" /></a></div></div><div><br /></div><div>Also... did I mention, <a href="https://georgeandgingerpatterns.com/collections/freebies/products/free-lounge-gown-pdf-sewing-pattern" target="_blank">the pattern </a>is FREE on their website?? What a value! </div><div><br /></div><div>I'm anxious to try it again for a nightgown. I love the fit of it! </div><div><br /></div><div>I did not add the elastic to the waistband, as suggested in the pattern tutorial. But I'm happy with it like this, and it seems super comfortable, easy to slip on and off without it. </div><div><br /></div><div>There are two options for the front crossover - you can either cross it over more (like I did) for more coverage, or leave it a bit more open, where it comes down lower in the front. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9g3yEBKzzHmFJa0ObbGhEEu3st6f9tMn6bGa-7B6HWrukwc1At7_jaERuO45UjUH793JMXsN1LXKQfJBu0E3mSCbr9MP8Dh6r-qOTBe4HFlXGhESnEchMJqrDFZB4SpGsyq6-5-f5UaM/s1620/image00008.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi9g3yEBKzzHmFJa0ObbGhEEu3st6f9tMn6bGa-7B6HWrukwc1At7_jaERuO45UjUH793JMXsN1LXKQfJBu0E3mSCbr9MP8Dh6r-qOTBe4HFlXGhESnEchMJqrDFZB4SpGsyq6-5-f5UaM/s320/image00008.jpeg" /></a></div></div><div><br /></div><div>The skirt also has two lengths - "baby doll" or "dress" length. This is dress length. </div><div><br /></div><div>If you don't have <a href="https://georgeandgingerpatterns.com/collections/freebies/products/free-lounge-gown-pdf-sewing-pattern" target="_blank">the pattern</a>, definitely try it! It's easy, comfortable, and you can't beat free! </div><div><br /></div><div><b>What I Paired With Mine:</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>There are several fabrics that look really cute paired with the scorpion fabrics. You can see them if you look at the ALD blog post with all of the photos from the ALD Promo Team. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhk9zmr8w9ppMGVMwMTsTeum1LPdlQL4cHrLx1piQ4X8xVl3qUArIbsPBxVunxEBjm_IBBEAszCcho7t11WuJ7WJWXQFxf4NsS_WZSxXzMnD0f5bqyZtZJV9Hr7YPBXw4sRpzuvQIPxNLA/s1620/image00015.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1620" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhk9zmr8w9ppMGVMwMTsTeum1LPdlQL4cHrLx1piQ4X8xVl3qUArIbsPBxVunxEBjm_IBBEAszCcho7t11WuJ7WJWXQFxf4NsS_WZSxXzMnD0f5bqyZtZJV9Hr7YPBXw4sRpzuvQIPxNLA/s320/image00015.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div></div><div><br /></div><div>I paired mine with <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/product-page/sylvester" target="_blank">"Sylvester" Tricot</a>. While it's not a "Match," I think it's a really fun coordinate. I really love these two fabrics together! </div><div><br /></div><div>Another fabric that both the <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/new-arrivals-1" target="_blank">pink and purple Scorpion</a> look BEAUTIFUL with is the Jewell Triathalon Fabric (the preorder for this just ended). If you pre-ordered the Jewell, buy the scorpion to go with it! I'm obsessed with them together! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbyjJ0ZGhG2L0_u6SHVLmWi2ZX9rxMepJCAMW6nWRtOlah6D8bru0TulGrkjIp7OxfJSPzVK2KlFff2695ZyrK61eP1nCvFAuLpO4zNBnor9uNH92RASN9jkh87mmAMEB7Kdo0_f6w8Z8/s6000/DCS_8880.JPG" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="This is my Jewell Swim. You can see the pinks and purples in it!" border="0" data-original-height="6000" data-original-width="4000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbyjJ0ZGhG2L0_u6SHVLmWi2ZX9rxMepJCAMW6nWRtOlah6D8bru0TulGrkjIp7OxfJSPzVK2KlFff2695ZyrK61eP1nCvFAuLpO4zNBnor9uNH92RASN9jkh87mmAMEB7Kdo0_f6w8Z8/w213-h320/DCS_8880.JPG" width="213" /></a></div></div><div><br /></div><div>I shared the <a href="https://custommadebylaura.blogspot.com/2020/06/the-sew-little-seam-marin.html" target="_blank">Sylvester Suit on this blog post </a>the other day. It was the Sew A Little Seam Marin. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSUdILttqiEJlGCjvUbY0Lc0yrqF-JDU1UT7Qvf7ae6S3Yiny48l523wmjD_q4K3FS7flgir2B2bjrtl8RbnBLjhrNNuiocNNB5ShixMji555XV0I1dJQeDTFRQHhHPhPBS6fDhy9W4Ss/s1620/image00017.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSUdILttqiEJlGCjvUbY0Lc0yrqF-JDU1UT7Qvf7ae6S3Yiny48l523wmjD_q4K3FS7flgir2B2bjrtl8RbnBLjhrNNuiocNNB5ShixMji555XV0I1dJQeDTFRQHhHPhPBS6fDhy9W4Ss/s320/image00017.jpeg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><b>Don't Forget... The SALE!</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>Don't forget, the <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/product-page/sylvester" target="_blank">New Arrivals </a>are on sale through MONDAY! So, head over to the site to stock up while you can get them discounted. You can ALSO get all of the swim fabrics on sale through the end of JUNE! 🙂</div><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/AVvXsEjpC04a-vdUa-jbZQmWLkZd5Nz28e62w_ld-1enpxN35JjQnF8zNpNAGCHgwVmhlzqkT01S2stZeVr8GhVz28O6AoywOjHxspRHbFugtVOiOpZAnNJt99gfi5D2IfZ625uo5587q_Rg_F8/s1620/image00018.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjpC04a-vdUa-jbZQmWLkZd5Nz28e62w_ld-1enpxN35JjQnF8zNpNAGCHgwVmhlzqkT01S2stZeVr8GhVz28O6AoywOjHxspRHbFugtVOiOpZAnNJt99gfi5D2IfZ625uo5587q_Rg_F8/s320/image00018.jpeg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><div><div><div><h2><span style="color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;">Thanks for Reading 💗</span></h2><b><i><span style="background-color: white; color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;">I hope you have enjoyed this post! 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I think. No promises though 😉<div><br /></div><div>This pattern has been on my "to-make" list for the longest. I just kept not getting around to it. I loved how many options it has, and I've definitely been meaning to try it. But to be honest, I'm really just now getting comfortable with swim. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9UHcsP7oaqsNU-RD1JoHhjAJGaBXUbRMJ8R7Cnl4zrw1r93OyT0Q8R3u0rGt3R7P1Yi88lkVoLIvsPdHJfrEcWqO8fcDcnLN51ujIDWo0zMPAibLUWpsJnrCsQ8Lu93LWIrX1JSMu5Fk/s2000/marin+collage.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2000" data-original-width="2000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9UHcsP7oaqsNU-RD1JoHhjAJGaBXUbRMJ8R7Cnl4zrw1r93OyT0Q8R3u0rGt3R7P1Yi88lkVoLIvsPdHJfrEcWqO8fcDcnLN51ujIDWo0zMPAibLUWpsJnrCsQ8Lu93LWIrX1JSMu5Fk/s320/marin+collage.jpg" /></a></div><div>Previously, I was afraid to sew it because I was scared the suit would fit me funny. I hate wasting materials! But like everything else, sewing and fitting swimwear is kind of a trial and error type thing. You do it, and learn a bit every time. None of my suits are perfect, but I've learned a little from each of them, and can now semi-confidently dive into one. I've learned methods I prefer, I've learned what length I want the elastic in a shelf bra, and I've learned some tricks to sewing with swim. While none of my suits are perfect, they're all wearable. And they all fit as good as, or better than, suits from the store! I've custom made these to my measurements, used cups that fit my measurements, chosen the length of elastic that I like, so even though they're not perfect, they fit my body pretty well. 😏</div><div><i><br /></i></div><div><i>**Disclosure: I have included my affiliate link throughout this post. If you choose to purchase a pattern using my link, I'll receive a small commission of the sale at no additional cost to you!**</i></div><div><br /></div><div><b><a href="https://www.sewalittleseam.com/product/womens-mairin-swimsuit-pdf-pattern/?affiliates=154" target="_blank">The Sew A Little Seam Marin</a>:</b></div><div><br /></div><div>I remember liking <a href="https://www.sewalittleseam.com/product/womens-mairin-swimsuit-pdf-pattern/?affiliates=154" target="_blank">this suit </a>when it came out. How could you not like it? There are like a million options. Surely everyone would like something, right? </div><div><br /></div><div>You can choose from different strap widths, regular or halter straps, one piece or two piece (bikini, crop, tankini, peplum), ruffles, different scoops for the front and the back, and different options for the boggoms (high waist or low waist, and three different leg options). Like TONS of options. </div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><b>Options I Like:</b></div><div><br /></div><div>I was drawn to the wide straps at first, because wide straps tend to provide the best bust support. I wear an F cup generally, and I like having support! I also liked the peplum, because it's cute and I knew I could lengthen it to get a swim dress! </div><div><br /></div><div>For the bottoms, I knew I wanted to try boy short bottoms. I've always liked very full coverage. I've always felt like regular swim bottoms looked cheeky on me, and I was very self-conscious, so I knew for sure I wanted the full coverage! </div><div><br /></div><div><b>My <a href="https://www.sewalittleseam.com/product/womens-mairin-swimsuit-pdf-pattern/?affiliates=154" target="_blank">First Marin</a>:</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>I made the first one because I wanted to familiarize myself with the pattern/ sizing before the sewalong. I also wanted the top to pair with something else (that I'll share soon 😉). </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3S5WouSYxjhzQkUSPgPYKRccOaB9GdKTdIoVGl1LoDukBXKAwGobgNm02m9ImknXM5p1DaSEIHWLxM0D73n4t16hLbS6wJJzAUum5Ws6BlQaZQtgewqhMBhKQcelUTbA0rdGLKyPMOzQ/s1620/image00017.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3S5WouSYxjhzQkUSPgPYKRccOaB9GdKTdIoVGl1LoDukBXKAwGobgNm02m9ImknXM5p1DaSEIHWLxM0D73n4t16hLbS6wJJzAUum5Ws6BlQaZQtgewqhMBhKQcelUTbA0rdGLKyPMOzQ/s320/image00017.jpeg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>For the first version I made, I had a fat half of the fabric I wanted to use. If you're unfamiliar with different fabric cuts, a fat half is a half yard of fabric, but it is cut lengthwise instead of across the width. A typical half yard has the full width of fabric by 18 inches in length. A fat half is the full 36" tall but is half of the width of the fabric. </div><div><br /></div><div>A fat half is apparently just enough to make most 2 pieces for me. I haven't worn two pieces in a long time, but here I am making them this year. 🤣 I guess the difference is that when I make them, I can make them cover as much as I like, with as much support as I like!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeZ5IhbTii6UFSrHxW9EYyiMpOFozhh-WiUIESqMiQrIzyddhZ-iETR4TErWUbXBx3vmzl1jSjJREJqGIhrX66VFzb5DF9Iuf8xdmQpcA0Cotjuj5x6ckvARk0VEZg9haMCuIIHVY1TPs/s1620/image00036.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjeZ5IhbTii6UFSrHxW9EYyiMpOFozhh-WiUIESqMiQrIzyddhZ-iETR4TErWUbXBx3vmzl1jSjJREJqGIhrX66VFzb5DF9Iuf8xdmQpcA0Cotjuj5x6ckvARk0VEZg9haMCuIIHVY1TPs/s320/image00036.jpeg" /></a></div></div><div><br /></div><div>For <a href="https://www.sewalittleseam.com/product/womens-mairin-swimsuit-pdf-pattern/?affiliates=154" target="_blank">this suit</a>, I chose the wide straps, bikini option, with high waisted bottoms. The front of my bodice was cut on the mid-scoop line, and the back was cut on the high scoop line. I did make a shelf bra using one layer of swim lining, one layer of power net, and sew in swim cups. The only modification I made to this suit was sewing a band at the bottom of the bikini top rather than the elastic. I made my band 4" wide and 22" long (roughly 80% of my underbust measurement). I thought I'd like the band, and I do. The bottoms are high waisted with the boy cut legs. I didn't have 1/2" swim elastic for the waistband, so I substituted with 3/8". I thought it would be close enough, and it works! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcrYET_AccVUeCQko6bNaK8ENB34lScHPsL4dfbXx80LJmf4r5rqGM4_3y2NhP7NXEOg4qJSWUEKma5IjixAhi06ewUu6jDbl_z54BIqeogEf5jwi109v8XTzrJu9XmONL80Mw0G6w7yM/s1620/image00037.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcrYET_AccVUeCQko6bNaK8ENB34lScHPsL4dfbXx80LJmf4r5rqGM4_3y2NhP7NXEOg4qJSWUEKma5IjixAhi06ewUu6jDbl_z54BIqeogEf5jwi109v8XTzrJu9XmONL80Mw0G6w7yM/s320/image00037.jpeg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><b><a href="https://www.sewalittleseam.com/product/womens-mairin-swimsuit-pdf-pattern/?affiliates=154" target="_blank">My Second Marin</a>:</b></div><div><br /></div><div>For my second <a href="https://www.sewalittleseam.com/product/womens-mairin-swimsuit-pdf-pattern/?affiliates=154" target="_blank">Marin</a>, I had a full yard of the fabric. I really wanted to try out the peplum option. I wanted it to be a little longer, so I ended up using the "long peplum" pattern piece, and added an additional four inches to the length.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4jRUnxGe9THka4HBC6f_pqOoDNGLArnuJjqSVoydHHXl80L_u0dMRmTPov1JXJ4pXwiHGwBtP4d_OkZran82s-lkuR2G-D4dM93iBrewi47qw0xqL3YuXmZPROMYVuJUXBZsz252RhPU/s1620/image00017.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4jRUnxGe9THka4HBC6f_pqOoDNGLArnuJjqSVoydHHXl80L_u0dMRmTPov1JXJ4pXwiHGwBtP4d_OkZran82s-lkuR2G-D4dM93iBrewi47qw0xqL3YuXmZPROMYVuJUXBZsz252RhPU/s320/image00017.jpeg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>The options for this were mostly the same as the first suit I made - mid-scoop front, high scoop back, boy short legs, but I did use the low waist rather than the high waist for these bottoms. I was low on fabric, and because of the peplum, you can't see where the waist hits anyway! This suit also has a shelf bra made with swim lining, power net, and swim cups. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><div><br /></div><div>I love the length. The peplum with the added inches is just long enough to cover the bottoms on the back. That's what I was hoping for! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgiYWuWerbojjzF9BdxZAC9YrjEEohz_5pJaSMkevv-2oaJueDBuJ0kDQ49lNXV2zNHCBwUm7cnqFOtthUhkAk13eA1IpQkiMhTBTu7qKXylQYoHKTwCYfLRAD8h09Crs886Wi7AL6LOc/s1620/image00025.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgiYWuWerbojjzF9BdxZAC9YrjEEohz_5pJaSMkevv-2oaJueDBuJ0kDQ49lNXV2zNHCBwUm7cnqFOtthUhkAk13eA1IpQkiMhTBTu7qKXylQYoHKTwCYfLRAD8h09Crs886Wi7AL6LOc/s320/image00025.jpeg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>For this suit, I also took 1/2" from both the front and back strap lengths. After making my first suit, I knew I could have them a bit shorter. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-XeA-VC2YzqmDNU6MjNAinN6umpt60TbZz51XenUnVWt6WiUNiKFFsZev4U4l5wUQrBFWQOXbNmYwBN8TAcktKXHEKx8JdJAoisBVHY2cgzpg-1-Otd-GmBqTibcuarNRJ9yU8uR_lXc/s1620/image00029.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1620" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj-XeA-VC2YzqmDNU6MjNAinN6umpt60TbZz51XenUnVWt6WiUNiKFFsZev4U4l5wUQrBFWQOXbNmYwBN8TAcktKXHEKx8JdJAoisBVHY2cgzpg-1-Otd-GmBqTibcuarNRJ9yU8uR_lXc/s320/image00029.jpeg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>I love the fit of <a href="https://www.sewalittleseam.com/product/womens-mairin-swimsuit-pdf-pattern/?affiliates=154" target="_blank">the suit</a>. I think it is very flattering. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><b>The Fabric:</b></div><div><br /></div><div>This is my favorite part. There are so many gorgeous swim fabrics out there, that I HAD to get comfortable sewing them, right? My favorite shop, <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/" target="_blank">Amelia Lane Designs </a>has an awesome selection of swim fabrics! And they also have plenty of athletic fabrics that are also swim friendly (like the triathalon base). This month (June 2020) is SWIM month! They have discounted all of their <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/swim" target="_blank">swim fabrics </a>through the end of the month, so it's an excellent time to stock up and try new things!! </div><div><br /></div><div>Everything I used for these suits (with the exception of the thread) came from <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/swim" target="_blank">Amelia Lane Designs</a>. I got the swim lining, the power net, the cups, and all the elastic from there. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgisZSfChA1ghxK-n4PqTo3_V_6q4x0OKEp5TLADuaYrcdf4R7nQVThz-LUNk0DjyhLOS4S6LL9X3vzu_WPA_jP-UbTFYon6ad3j5f0TG2RfpcWWzNyQ3vt8pnwyFYuRG8pGzpyekqd6Oo/s1620/image00019.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgisZSfChA1ghxK-n4PqTo3_V_6q4x0OKEp5TLADuaYrcdf4R7nQVThz-LUNk0DjyhLOS4S6LL9X3vzu_WPA_jP-UbTFYon6ad3j5f0TG2RfpcWWzNyQ3vt8pnwyFYuRG8pGzpyekqd6Oo/s320/image00019.jpeg" /></a><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSeiiH0X5gUiSmYH1PhZzxPpT38IAgZzPkTe1xh3dpmX79Ef4lQqE55Emf5LsGQ_e0PYdEjETKnKpA1294YDupvw3462pydZ9TkbvKVq4ELZrCBsBuj7hpNXjRmhr0J7ZRzn2xv2dtD6Q/s320/image00030.jpeg" style="text-align: left;" /></div></div><div><br /></div><div>I love this shop! They are super fast, have wonderful service, and are just great people! </div><div><br /></div><div><div><div><h2><span style="color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;">Thanks for Reading 💗</span></h2><b><i><span style="background-color: white; color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;">I hope you have enjoyed this post! 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I know... my last couple of posts have been swimwear. And I'll be honest... I'm not quite done. I told you I made a commitment to sewing some swimwear this month. I'm going to be at least somewhat proficient by the end of the summer. haha<div><br /></div><div>I'm loving this suit though! And, I'm loving it for a few reasons. It's pretty easy, it has a few options, and it didn't take me very long to make. </div><div><br /></div><div>This is the <b><i><a href="https://www.radpatterns.com/product/molly-swimsuit/" target="_blank">Rad Patterns Molly Suit</a>!</i></b></div><div><b><i><br /></i></b></div><div><b><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg03_b1c20NvTGkhJ-usdbAiVUzvbF429ofZt5KlXKGv7SbkSMif-CPtnc1XP6HzJBkkXyG2900lGmTfKzRfQYdaFogTpB9lQjnochhYCX2_lwrafHo3zBu2E0i9MI3YLPC1Z5q0e5XhMg/s6000/DCS_8880.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="6000" data-original-width="4000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg03_b1c20NvTGkhJ-usdbAiVUzvbF429ofZt5KlXKGv7SbkSMif-CPtnc1XP6HzJBkkXyG2900lGmTfKzRfQYdaFogTpB9lQjnochhYCX2_lwrafHo3zBu2E0i9MI3YLPC1Z5q0e5XhMg/s320/DCS_8880.JPG" /></a></div><i><br /></i></b></div><div><br /></div><div>I remember when <a href="https://www.radpatterns.com/product/molly-swimsuit/" target="_blank">this one </a>released.... I really liked it. I was drawn to it, and I almost bought it, but I didn't. Because... at that point, I wasn't sewing much with swim. I didn't need another pattern that would just sit there and not be used. I decided to hold off on buying the pattern until I <i>knew </i>it would be sewn. </div><div><br /></div><div>Every time Rad has had a pattern sale, I've looked at the <a href="https://www.radpatterns.com/product/molly-swimsuit/" target="_blank">Molly </a>though. I REALLY liked the look of this suit.</div><div><br /></div><div>So when <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/" target="_blank">Amelia Lane Designs </a>announced that they had these beautiful fabrics that they were going to run on <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/open-preorder" target="_blank">pre-order</a>, the second I saw this one, I <i>knew</i> it was destined to be a Molly. And, I'd already sewn a couple of more swim patterns, so I was feeling confident. </div><div><br /></div><div>Let me tell you though... I should have started with this one. It was by far the easiest! The others weren't overly complicated, but this one was EASY. Maybe sewing swimwear isn't as scary as I had made it out to be! 🤣</div><div><br /></div><div><b><a href="https://www.radpatterns.com/product/molly-swimsuit/" target="_blank">This Pattern</a>:</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>Let's talk about the pattern. I mentioned that it has more than one option. You can choose whether you want a one piece or a two piece suit. For the two piece suit, you can choose whether you want high rise bottoms or low rise bottoms. Then, all of the pieces can be finished with either swim elastic or bands. I really like swim elastic, but I ran out! I am waiting for some more to come in, but honestly, I'm obsessed with the way the bands look on this suit! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVmsctkTSMeVqc1nIMlHQCEQSmI1H1KWAWRnysEmzkUspEcaLQibX0PN2TDygVU2z4xRE3H6Ah4XgR8xvYFVsm8HmPkj-4FVO7Xqt0vNSS6r-uAKXShGRTIY6K84IBBnX2l4SgW6uWp7s/s6000/DCS_8891.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="6000" data-original-width="4000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVmsctkTSMeVqc1nIMlHQCEQSmI1H1KWAWRnysEmzkUspEcaLQibX0PN2TDygVU2z4xRE3H6Ah4XgR8xvYFVsm8HmPkj-4FVO7Xqt0vNSS6r-uAKXShGRTIY6K84IBBnX2l4SgW6uWp7s/s320/DCS_8891.JPG" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>I had already planned to put bands on the bottoms, because that naturally provides a bit more coverage than adding elastic. I like trying to cover everything up on the bottom! But when I realized I was out of my 1/4 inch elastic, I knew that the suit would look awesome with the bands. I really think it does!! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfvHUFbpUGEEmEb2LZYhKvVpfgQ2jT95U9plvKsKHL5dxvMbtyNVZ-lkHI2PQZB7H6QPdICYaBUx1cjbm-ZD3ijhjkTJut1FzA2hQ4Lw8C9TmYnqXuCooqDLASsucwlH28c58yqwVjAmA/s6000/DCS_8882.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="6000" data-original-width="4000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfvHUFbpUGEEmEb2LZYhKvVpfgQ2jT95U9plvKsKHL5dxvMbtyNVZ-lkHI2PQZB7H6QPdICYaBUx1cjbm-ZD3ijhjkTJut1FzA2hQ4Lw8C9TmYnqXuCooqDLASsucwlH28c58yqwVjAmA/s320/DCS_8882.JPG" /></a></div></div><div><br /></div><div>The top (waistband) should be finished with thicker waistband elastic, but I didn't have any in black. And I REALLY didn't want to mess the look up with a different color, so I chose to just band it as well. I love it! The elastic might provide a bit more support, but I think this worked just fine!</div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><b>Sewing It:</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>As I mentioned, this is a fabric available <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/open-preorder" target="_blank">on pre-order </a>at <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/" target="_blank">Amelia Lane Designs</a>. This is actually a triathalon athletic fabric - it's good for both swimwear and athletic wear. The print is so beautiful, and as I said, it just SCREAMED "<a href="https://www.radpatterns.com/product/molly-swimsuit/" target="_blank">Molly</a>" at me! 😉<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmlvqWWnIIzbySRdJC-3THJy9xzmDfb2yUzYgAFnki7gO_l7sup1BIOfvJFfzrDIpdH6uSUqD_0a3f_B8YJnGnM3gW_6_Kq1wmySHJ3qQj4IG_CCSbZFLyF2f6JysKs6i0tOrQ1F7sQiE/s6000/DCS_8886.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="6000" data-original-width="4000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmlvqWWnIIzbySRdJC-3THJy9xzmDfb2yUzYgAFnki7gO_l7sup1BIOfvJFfzrDIpdH6uSUqD_0a3f_B8YJnGnM3gW_6_Kq1wmySHJ3qQj4IG_CCSbZFLyF2f6JysKs6i0tOrQ1F7sQiE/s320/DCS_8886.JPG" /></a></div></div><div><br /></div><div>I lined my suit with swim lining available at <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/" target="_blank">Amelia Lane Designs </a>as well. I wanted a bit of support in the top, so I added power mesh and swim cups. I was worried that it would feel too compressive, but it doesn't, and is very comfortable! </div><div><br /></div><div>The pattern didn't have any placement included for cups, so I folded my top in half and marked the center. Then I spaced them each on the other side of the center line. It's not a perfect placement, but it's pretty good - I'm satisfied with them! </div><div><br /></div><div>I planned to serge the bands on. I generally always serge bands. This time though, I felt like I had more control sewing the swim bands with my sewing machine - the swim is a little slippier than I'm used to, and this is really good quality swim that isn't as slippery as most. I just need practice. 😉 I used a lot of pins, and stitched on my sewing machine. I stopped, and made sure my fabric was all lined up every few inches, and it worked out perfectly.</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzLMSF2BqZhyphenhyphenEW4kiTjKOYrRLaybC-oRYKvSwaC1EnVDwI1I0ZKHLcs8ahyc4Oivtday1LE9n0zZjCt3qVcbLfBnWEUabaC7OgioeybSk3Z0v5cCHggEj4Lwg1tA2YZlermfPhMlC3a_E/s6000/DCS_8884.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="6000" data-original-width="4000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzLMSF2BqZhyphenhyphenEW4kiTjKOYrRLaybC-oRYKvSwaC1EnVDwI1I0ZKHLcs8ahyc4Oivtday1LE9n0zZjCt3qVcbLfBnWEUabaC7OgioeybSk3Z0v5cCHggEj4Lwg1tA2YZlermfPhMlC3a_E/s320/DCS_8884.JPG" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>So... if anyone was wondering, yes, you CAN sew swimwear without a serger. This suit was sewn completely on my sewing machine! </div><div><br /></div><div><b>I LOVE the fit!</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>I love the fit of this y'all! It covers really well, provides enough support, and is so comfortable. I'm satisfied with how well the bottoms cover. I'm super comfortable wearing it, and feel so confident! This suit is definitely my favorite new thing! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvNh5U-D-wAyt6IRypal-X_1cg5Rp9vfpaKvE4AzZkh0679HadQk1gZNJ6NjFaBvfHkiZI0pohhYzuIDkSwuC-K1cojdLtBNazwjP90iRwYAte_sfKexjyPLt-TFx4nA1hQZsckk7khxc/s6000/DCS_8888.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="6000" data-original-width="4000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvNh5U-D-wAyt6IRypal-X_1cg5Rp9vfpaKvE4AzZkh0679HadQk1gZNJ6NjFaBvfHkiZI0pohhYzuIDkSwuC-K1cojdLtBNazwjP90iRwYAte_sfKexjyPLt-TFx4nA1hQZsckk7khxc/s320/DCS_8888.JPG" /></a></div></div><div><br /></div><div><b>The Fabric:</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>As I mentioned, the fabric is <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/open-preorder" target="_blank">on pre-order </a>at <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/shop" target="_blank">Amelia Lane Designs</a>. They are taking preorders for this one, and a few other triathalon and athletic fabrics. They are all SUPER pretty! You don't want to miss out on these!!! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBrGNOE_D9OgeZMJqwHEBZitszPkor3DGCLPJNu5owAPJsyalt7iCm5skKMV1PygqsHk_lbtHVDcEGKpKBJe-MFda1xBvXGOafmIRVmBUeBfwaCLGbEViFbGfVz7lVre0mgprpMoLnlgg/s6000/DCS_8890.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4000" data-original-width="6000" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBrGNOE_D9OgeZMJqwHEBZitszPkor3DGCLPJNu5owAPJsyalt7iCm5skKMV1PygqsHk_lbtHVDcEGKpKBJe-MFda1xBvXGOafmIRVmBUeBfwaCLGbEViFbGfVz7lVre0mgprpMoLnlgg/s320/DCS_8890.JPG" width="320" /></a></div></div><div><br /></div><div>While you're there, be sure to stock up on your swim lining, mesh, and notions, so you're all ready when they come in! </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj84KmAkmqFwjboGF4j1Z5n_BFV6IZpveza55NdL4NojLm6jclsGRaeto1QYFNd9Xtsp_8kRniMk4f9cBxtRxWC76-xJc8CUutVHWdYcXC71Fb-YYEu6uPU_wUis8hqQH_HB8CtaR9SfNQ/s6000/DCS_8873.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="6000" data-original-width="4000" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj84KmAkmqFwjboGF4j1Z5n_BFV6IZpveza55NdL4NojLm6jclsGRaeto1QYFNd9Xtsp_8kRniMk4f9cBxtRxWC76-xJc8CUutVHWdYcXC71Fb-YYEu6uPU_wUis8hqQH_HB8CtaR9SfNQ/s320/DCS_8873.JPG" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><div><h2><span style="color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;">Thanks for Reading 💗</span></h2><b><i><span style="background-color: white; color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;">I hope you have enjoyed this post! I would love for you to come follow me on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Custom-Made-by-Laura-1250222801812095/" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hinze.laura89/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, and <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/hinzelaura89/" target="_blank">Pinterest</a>. </span></i></b></div><div><div><span style="color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><br /></span></span><span style="color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">Also, come subscribe to my blog to receive notifications of new posts below! </span></span></div><form action="https://feedburner.google.com/fb/a/mailverify" method="post" onsubmit="window.open('https://feedburner.google.com/fb/a/mailverify?uri=blogspot/vbOdI', 'popupwindow', 'scrollbars=yes,width=550,height=520');return true" style="border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 3px; text-align: center;" target="popupwindow">Enter your email address:<br /><input name="email" style="width: 140px;" type="text" /><br /><input type="submit" value="Subscribe" /><br />Delivered by <a href="https://feedburner.google.com/" target="_blank">FeedBurner</a></form></div></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>Laura Hinze http://www.blogger.com/profile/01670984568127498299noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7207676589013573363.post-68076842003893082512020-06-10T22:31:00.000-05:002020-06-10T22:31:36.866-05:00More Swim ... 5oo4 Laura and Tidal Wave ShortsThis year, I decided to commit to sewing swimwear. Last summer, I tested one swim pattern. I was so proud of it, but only ended up wearing it a few times - It didn't end up being my favorite ever. I've wanted to sew swim for a while, but I haven't been overly confident. <div><br /></div><div>**Disclosure: I have included my affiliate links to the patterns used in this post. If you choose to purchase a pattern using my link, I'll receive a small commission of the sale at no additional cost to you.**<br /><div><br /></div><div>So, this year, I committed to sewing a couple of swim patterns in May and June, thinking I'd have a couple of new bathing suits for our yearly beach trip. Well... I'm happy to report, that I DID sew my swimwear, but sadly, they're just going to be for the kiddie pool in the backyard. We made the decision to not go to the beach this summer, with all of the restrictions from the virus. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjN4tbssOEoPZYENnIj_b5x4jzIUJh6Lm7tD64Lqch9RgSsMqMUyxlO55e45li4F2cDz45QfetRzqhR2WbabEobRZ1-CzF-3HCGRNY3XXqLz945WnOqE2qtMqrlxySml4KG3SYH9Rgy_w/s1620/image00019.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhjN4tbssOEoPZYENnIj_b5x4jzIUJh6Lm7tD64Lqch9RgSsMqMUyxlO55e45li4F2cDz45QfetRzqhR2WbabEobRZ1-CzF-3HCGRNY3XXqLz945WnOqE2qtMqrlxySml4KG3SYH9Rgy_w/s320/image00019.jpeg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><b>The Patterns and Fabric I Used This Time:</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div>For this bathing suit, I used two 5 out of 4 Patterns. The top is the <a href="https://5outof4.com/product/laura-swim-suit-tankini-and-dress/?affiliates=335" target="_blank">5 out of 4 Laura Top and Dress</a>. The bottoms are the 5 out of 4 Tidal Wave Shorts. </div><div><br /></div><div>The two swim fabrics I used came from Amelia Lane Designs. For the month of June, they have discounted all of their swim fabrics! I also used swim lining, power mesh, cups, elastic, and hooks (for the top back), all from ALD fabrics. They have a great selection of everything. It's a one stop shop for swim! 😉 </div><div><br /></div><div><b><a href="https://5outof4.com/product/laura-swim-suit-tankini-and-dress/?affiliates=335" target="_blank">The 5 out of 4 Laura</a>:</b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><a href="https://5outof4.com/product/laura-swim-suit-tankini-and-dress/?affiliates=335" target="_blank">This pattern </a>is so good. Y'all, I was really amazed. I shouldn't be - I've generally had this experience with 5oo4 Patterns, but I was so excited looking at all the options. Sometimes, when you have this many choices, instructions can get confusing. But this wasn't the case with this pattern. The instructions were put together so well, and are so organized. It was super easy to follow. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4LF0c0gpjMNM_0tIKmOYMSNPEc6Xad5FVQ-_Az88SGP7DrGc2PHf62DumbZ2COxfyJsFLVhq1ciCHGf9QRZai7VuPMQ1X_0z_jr_38PeWJzi2klWknVXBfWloNAPDlLbUfnh99fkPCc8/s1620/image00030.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4LF0c0gpjMNM_0tIKmOYMSNPEc6Xad5FVQ-_Az88SGP7DrGc2PHf62DumbZ2COxfyJsFLVhq1ciCHGf9QRZai7VuPMQ1X_0z_jr_38PeWJzi2klWknVXBfWloNAPDlLbUfnh99fkPCc8/s320/image00030.jpeg" /></a></div></div><div><br /></div><div>When I first read through the instructions, I started feeling a little overwhelmed -- I thought it was going to be hard to sew! But, I was really surprised by how easily <a href="https://5outof4.com/product/laura-swim-suit-tankini-and-dress/?affiliates=335" target="_blank">the top </a>went together! The week I sewed this was busy and I didn't have a whole lot of time for sewing, so I sewed just a little a day, and had it put together over the course of about a week. I normally don't do this - I'm the kind to start a project and just keep at it until it's done, but this had a lot of steps, and I really needed to take my time and pay attention to the instructions, especially since it was my first time making it, and i'm not overly proficient with swimwear. I was happy with how it turned out, and with how great the instructions are. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitKCr-djcTImspR1aaKJu_JLcFpg9pJ0q57V17wdOocKhj6taF7i3itL2VpypsEqnzKNdUw3YmXoPmbjRlmJtS9dEhwc07EdtrDvgYy3zI5n6Ye4kf3jhEwhigX3YohUbpRwUfk1YTpc4/s1620/image00032.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEitKCr-djcTImspR1aaKJu_JLcFpg9pJ0q57V17wdOocKhj6taF7i3itL2VpypsEqnzKNdUw3YmXoPmbjRlmJtS9dEhwc07EdtrDvgYy3zI5n6Ye4kf3jhEwhigX3YohUbpRwUfk1YTpc4/s320/image00032.jpeg" /></a></div></div><div><br /></div><div>As I mentioned, <a href="https://5outof4.com/product/laura-swim-suit-tankini-and-dress/?affiliates=335" target="_blank">this pattern </a>has quite a few options. You can sew the swim top like I did. My swim top hooks in the back, but there is also an option to use loops and a tie piece. It's really cute too! There is also a one-piece swimming suit pattern, a top and a dress option included. The front bodice has two cut options - a v-neck and a plunge v-neck. There is this sleeveless option, or the option for having cute flutter sleeves.</div></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><b><a href="https://5outof4.com/product/tidal-wave-swim-shorts//?affiliates=335" target="_blank">The 5 out of 4 Tidal Wave Shorts:</a></b></div><div><br /></div><div>The Tidal Wave Shorts is another pattern that provides several options. You can sew them with a high, medium, or low rise. You can use shortie length, or a bit longer. They can be made from all one fabric, or they can be color blocked. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBYDNYVXfDvWNGklUMnghwTY9WzFdYaxLoXj526iQgjpUlkOQj6zwOYpJdMRZgz8z79jv5dtoVtv-ZEBkU8KcUvEBwD96qV3keZjKx8Fr1eEG_fDh7q51BA77ZDMdDorzAsThyrbO1mQs/s1620/image00029.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBYDNYVXfDvWNGklUMnghwTY9WzFdYaxLoXj526iQgjpUlkOQj6zwOYpJdMRZgz8z79jv5dtoVtv-ZEBkU8KcUvEBwD96qV3keZjKx8Fr1eEG_fDh7q51BA77ZDMdDorzAsThyrbO1mQs/s320/image00029.jpeg" /></a></div></div><div><br /></div><div>I ended up choosing <a href="https://5outof4.com/product/tidal-wave-swim-shorts//?affiliates=335" target="_blank">this pattern</a>, because I had a tiny bit of striped fabric left, but had plenty of the coordinating green. </div><div><br /></div><div>I'm happy with <a href="https://5outof4.com/product/tidal-wave-swim-shorts//?affiliates=335" target="_blank">these shorts</a>, but don't absolutely love them on me. I'm thinking I'd probably be happier if I used a slightly lower rise. I was kind of at the upper end of the measurement for the size I chose, and toyed with the idea of sizing up, but since it's swimwear, I knew I didn't want them to be too big. I feel like I could have sized up, because I have a bit of pulling. They're comfortable though, and I've already enjoyed wearing them outside with the kids. It's too hot to be fully dressed while they're playing in the sprinkler or kiddie pool. 🌞<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB0GoijHGDM81nj_e9MG2VsrJv-G3nON-vRDYTphT42F1uVxoHa82QPQKpncsvlVVI2qsTzwS8ZRvBuDdnwnk11E2P4UtvNpu1n4NS11KyttRGBzJHzW9uhQ2M2BFO-VTRxooWsV-bbqE/s1620/image00027.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB0GoijHGDM81nj_e9MG2VsrJv-G3nON-vRDYTphT42F1uVxoHa82QPQKpncsvlVVI2qsTzwS8ZRvBuDdnwnk11E2P4UtvNpu1n4NS11KyttRGBzJHzW9uhQ2M2BFO-VTRxooWsV-bbqE/s320/image00027.jpeg" /></a></div></div><div><br /></div><div><a href="https://5outof4.com/product/tidal-wave-swim-shorts//?affiliates=335" target="_blank">The pattern </a>is fully lined, and has a gusset for ease of movement. I do like that part a lot! I liked the pattern, and think I'll be super happy with the shorts sized up in the hips one size. 🙂</div><div><br /></div><div><b>So... there's my new swimwear! <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirrsgmJndFOqps8B5EWCNcfBsuD_DrKGdOZ4yc4jdtDI_PLMFVbqrGMXKIAtgpR36ly5pXf9rKAeqUc4nGR9e59UlcI2OLjT3t0kCdPb-UdNo6xOsgBEmNfrM-GQmQT4sVmZxxHitCcJQ/s1620/image00021.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEirrsgmJndFOqps8B5EWCNcfBsuD_DrKGdOZ4yc4jdtDI_PLMFVbqrGMXKIAtgpR36ly5pXf9rKAeqUc4nGR9e59UlcI2OLjT3t0kCdPb-UdNo6xOsgBEmNfrM-GQmQT4sVmZxxHitCcJQ/s320/image00021.jpeg" /></a></div></b></div><div><div><div><h2><span style="color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;">Thanks for Reading 💗</span></h2><b><i><span style="background-color: white; color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;">I hope you have enjoyed this post! I would love for you to come follow me on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Custom-Made-by-Laura-1250222801812095/" target="_blank">Facebook</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/hinze.laura89/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, and <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/hinzelaura89/" target="_blank">Pinterest</a>. </span></i></b></div><div><div><span style="color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;"><span style="background-color: white;"><br /></span></span><span style="color: #292929; font-family: lora, serif;"><span style="background-color: white;">Also, come subscribe to my blog to receive notifications of new posts below! </span></span></div><form action="https://feedburner.google.com/fb/a/mailverify" method="post" onsubmit="window.open('https://feedburner.google.com/fb/a/mailverify?uri=blogspot/vbOdI', 'popupwindow', 'scrollbars=yes,width=550,height=520');return true" style="border: 1px solid rgb(204, 204, 204); padding: 3px; text-align: center;" target="popupwindow">Enter your email address:<br /><input name="email" style="width: 140px;" type="text" /><br /><input type="submit" value="Subscribe" /><br />Delivered by <a href="https://feedburner.google.com/" target="_blank">FeedBurner</a></form></div></div></div>Laura Hinze http://www.blogger.com/profile/01670984568127498299noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7207676589013573363.post-63475692708261188602020-05-26T13:57:00.002-05:002020-05-26T13:57:48.802-05:00My Rosanna Swim Dress I've been eying this pattern for a while. 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I was excited to try this one out, but I was also a little nervous, because what if I didn't like the fit? I always get a little nervous to possibly waste fabric. But, I guess that's a risk you have to take every now and again. 😉 I made the swim dress. It's not perfect, and I now know of a few minor adjustments I'll make next time, but this one is totally wearable, and I really love it! </div>
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For my Rosanna Swim Dress, I used this really cute melon colored polka dot tricot fabric I bought last year at Amelia Lane Designs.<br />
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I wanted to make sure that I had enough length to cover everything. I looked at a bunch of photos of the Rosanna that other people had made in the 5 out of 4 Facebook Group. I decided that the swim dress length was a little shorter than I wanted for a swim dress. I was worried that the short dress length would be too long. So I opted to cut my skirt piece out at 2 inches shorter than the short dress length. I hemmed it 1" and I think it's the perfect swim dress length</div>
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I cut bands out, but then ultimately decided to finish the neckline and armscyes with elastic. </div>
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The hself bra is finished with 3/4" elastic at the bottom. I made it a little smaller than my underbust measurement, but after constructing the swimdress, I definitely could have made it a bit shorter for more support. </div>
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I made the shelf bra using two layers. The outside layer of the shelf bra is made using my main swim fabric. The inside layer is made using swim lining. I also sewed in swim cups for support. I was trying to decide whether to use power mesh or not, but I ended up choosing to use the cups and skip the power mesh. I felt like since I was using the good swim for one of the layers, I would be fine without the power mesh. If I sew it again with just swim lining, it's less supportive, and I'd definitely choose to use a layer of powermesh for support.<br />
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Next time I make this, I think I'll take a slightly bigger seam allowance at the side seams. I'll also shorten the straps a tad - by about a half inch on the front and back to pull it up a tad more for a bit more support. Other than that, I think the fit is good! I am still learning swim and athletic wear, so as I'm more comfortable with different things, I might try different things out to work on getting good support on the shelf bra. </div>
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So it's a swim dress, and you can't even see the bottoms, but you still need bottoms, right? I decided to use the <a href="https://5outof4.com/product/ultimate-bikini-bottoms/?affiliates=335" target="_blank">5 out of 4 Ultimate Bikini Bottoms </a>with this dress!</div>
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I used the same fabric as for the dress, lined with swim lining. The pattern calls for a waistband, but I decided to cut them at high rise and use elastic rather than the band. They fit comfortably.</div>
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I also didn't realize until I was getting ready to make these that <a href="https://5outof4.com/product/ultimate-bikini-bottoms/?affiliates=335" target="_blank">this pattern </a>also includes the option of a swim skirt. I didn't need it this time, but I got really excited, because I also like swim skirts for plenty of coverage. I really can't wait to make it again with the skirt option! </div>
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So... I'm VERY excited about my new swimwear for the summer! </div>
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Laura Hinze http://www.blogger.com/profile/01670984568127498299noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7207676589013573363.post-58936312302809374092020-05-22T14:46:00.002-05:002020-07-16T11:33:57.243-05:00LIVERPOOL! And the Sashay Shorts Liverpool is one of my FAVORITE fabrics. It might be my favorite thing to sew, because it is SO easy to sew. I also love that it doesn't wrinkle. Like cram it in a suitcase, take it out, and it's ready to put on. And it's got a bit of structure, but also drapes so it's really pretty on. It's good for lots of things. Dresses, skirts, shorts.<br />
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When I saw that ALD was stocking <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/new-arrivals-1" target="_blank">some liverpool</a>, I got excited. I love liverpool!<br />
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Unfortunately, this liverpool that I sewed up sold out like super fast. So, they don't have this print any longer, but they have some other really gorgeous ones! (<i>Seriously... <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/product-page/griffin" target="_blank">check out this one</a>. I bought it for matching outfits for my sister and me).</i><br />
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<b>Sewing <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/new-arrivals-1" target="_blank">My Liverpool</a>: </b><br />
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I generally always sew dresses with liverpool. I really like dresses, and wear them most days. But, sometimes it's good to try something different, right?<br />
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I've had <a href="https://patternemporium.com/products/sashay-flared-shorts" target="_blank">this pattern</a> for shorts since it released (last winter maybe?) I bought it while it was on sale, planning to use it last summer for swim shorts for our beach trip. I did use it for <a href="https://patternemporium.com/products/sashay-flared-shorts" target="_blank">swim shorts</a>, and really enjoyed them, although I never took a picture of them.<br />
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But I kept planning to try regular <a href="https://patternemporium.com/products/sashay-flared-shorts" target="_blank">everyday shorts</a>, and I figured that now was the perfect opportunity.<br />
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This is the "<a href="https://patternemporium.com/products/sashay-flared-shorts" target="_blank">SASHAY SHORTS</a>" Pattern from Pattern Emporium. It comes in three widths (slim flare, medium flare, and full flare). There are also three lengths included. There are these longer shorts, shorter shorts, and swim shorts lengths.<br />
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For this fabric, I chose to sew the medium flare shorts. The medium flare, long shorts, in my size require just over a yard of fabric, according to the fabric chart in the pattern. I had one yard, and planned to just shorten the shorts a tad so that they would fit on 1 yard. I found, however, that if I made the waistband into two pieces with seams on the sides, rather than one piece with a back seam, that I could fit my shorts on 1 yard. I chose my size, according to the measurement chart, and I'm very happy with the fit.<br />
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<a href="https://patternemporium.com/products/sashay-flared-shorts" target="_blank">These shorts </a>go together very quickly. Sewing them probably took ten minutes; then I had to pen and hem which did take a bit longer. Since the shorts are so wide, the hem is a bit longer than regular shorts! But I bet I had the whole pair of shorts made and hemmed in under an hour!<br />
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Well... I had these super cute new shorts, and I needed something to pair with them. I wanted something to tuck into the shorts, so I got to looking, asking friends in the PE testing group, and working on a decision.<br />
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I ultimately decided to pair them with a solid blue <a href="https://patternemporium.com/products/ladies-endless-summer-tee-pdf-pattern?aff=70" target="_blank">Endless Summer Tee</a>. This was my first time using this pattern, and I love it!<br />
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<a href="https://patternemporium.com/products/ladies-endless-summer-tee-pdf-pattern?aff=70" target="_blank">This tee</a> is a very easy and quick sew. It has three options for the sleeves: tank top, flutter sleeves, or "cap" sleeves. I chose the cap sleeves. It is finished with a neckband and armbands. I was so low on time, that I didn't have a chance to hem my shirt before photos! But since I was tucking it in, I didn't worry with it! I'll get it hemmed soon, so that I can wear it with other things as well!<br />
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I love the fit of <a href="https://patternemporium.com/products/ladies-endless-summer-tee-pdf-pattern?aff=70" target="_blank">this tee</a>. I would say it is semi fitted and looks great with these shorts!<br />
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For this tee, I used DBP also available at Amelia Lane Designs. It's the solid light blue </div>
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<b><a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/new-arrivals-1" target="_blank">The Liverpool</a>:</b><br />
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If you're curious about liverpool, and would like to try it, or if you're like me and already know you love it, I'd definitely recommend checking out the Amelia Lane Designs site this weekend! All of the new liverpool fabrics will be on sale through Monday! Everything is so pretty! Even though this particular fabric is gone, I'm sure you can find something you like!<br />
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<br />Laura Hinze http://www.blogger.com/profile/01670984568127498299noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7207676589013573363.post-30427060313863175662020-05-20T14:20:00.001-05:002020-05-20T14:20:10.474-05:00The Whitney Dress by AK Patterns I love dresses. I have quite a few hanging in my closet. I find them so comfortable, and I also feel pretty when I wear one.<br />
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This one is already a favorite for me! This is the <a href="https://akpatterns.com/product/whitney-dress-and-top/" target="_blank">Whitney Dress by AK Patterns</a>. When Athina sent her testing group an e-mail about <a href="https://akpatterns.com/product/whitney-dress-and-top/" target="_blank">this pattern</a>, I was a little hesitant at first. I absolutely LOVE the style, but I've had such limited sewing time, and the dress looked a bit time consuming at first. I also was a little reluctant to test because this is a knit sewing pattern, and I only have regular interfacing. With the way things are right now, I knew I couldn't get out to get knit interfacing. So, I e-mailed Athina. She told me knit interfacing is suggested, but that my regular interfacing would probably be fine. So... I decided to test, and I'm REALLY glad I did.<br />
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<b>Putting the <a href="https://akpatterns.com/product/whitney-dress-and-top/" target="_blank">Pattern </a>Together: </b><br />
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Truthfully, <span id="goog_1742683844"></span><a href="https://akpatterns.com/product/whitney-dress-and-top/" target="_blank">this pattern </a><span id="goog_1742683845"></span>took me a while to tape together and cut out. I taped it all together one afternoon. Then that night after the boys went to bed, I cut the pattern pieces out and all of my fabric out. I felt like I was never going to finish cutting. While cutting, I kept thinking, "I'm going to have to sew ALL these pieces. So many pieces." Honestly, looking back, it wasn't <i>that many </i>pieces, but I've sewn a lot of quick patterns recently, and this one did have a few more than a lot of what I've been working on. Some sews are like that though, right? You have a lot of pieces to cut out, a lot of pieces to put together, and you know you're going to have to dedicate a bit of time to the garment, but sometimes it is SO worth it.<br />
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Honestly, I've never ordered a printed AO pattern, but I think if I ever need to put it together again, I'd consider it with this one. Taping it wasn't awful- all of the pages were marked and easy to put together. Everything lined up nicely when I was putting it together. It was just a good many pages. Maybe I'm slow at taping though. 🤷<br />
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<b>Sewing <a href="https://akpatterns.com/product/whitney-dress-and-top/" target="_blank">the Pattern</a>:</b><br />
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This pattern was not complicated to sew. It really went together fairly quickly and easily. Based on the looks of the pattern, and my experience with sewing Athina's patterns, I knew that the dress would be put together well. I was excited to get started, but decided to pace myself and not do it all at once.<br />
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One day while the boys were busy, I decided to sew the scalloped front edge and get that part out of the way, so I'd be ready later.<br />
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Well... after sewing that part, flipping it right side out, and ironing it, I got REALLY excited. So much for pacing myself. 😅 That day, I found myself working on that dress every spare moment I had. I'd slip into my room and do about 5 minutes of work, come back out, deal with life, slip away again. Eventually, I had the bodice done. Then, I got so excited to make the skirt part (which was super quick). Then after the kiddos went to bed, I hemmed my dress.<br />
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So, this will be my warning... if you're anything like me, you'll get excited when you start seeing it come together and you won't be able to pace yourself over the course of several days. 🤣<br />
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<b>The Fit of <a href="https://akpatterns.com/product/whitney-dress-and-top/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">the Dress</a>:</b><br />
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I love the fit of the dress. It's fitted at the bust and waist. It's a true wrap dress. The neckline is high enough on me that I don't feel like I need to wear anything underneath it.<br />
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Something I love about the pattern that will help you get a great fit are the cup sizes included! Athina has included different pieces with cup sizes A-DD to help you get a great fit, without the need of figuring out your own bust adjustments! So, if you're someone who generally needs a SBA or a FBA, this pattern is definitely worth looking into! This is the first AK pattern to have this feature.<br />
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<b>The Finishes</b><br />
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The bodice is finished with a facing, and the skirt is hemmed. Everything goes together very nicely, and the inside looks very professional.<br />
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The pattern can be made as a top or a dress. The finishes and construction are the same, whatever you choose. Some of the people in the testing group made tops and they looked really dressy with pants. The dress could easily be dressed up for special occasions.<br />
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<b>The Scalloped Edges:</b><br />
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As I mentioned this part was the part that made me hesitate from signing up to test. I thought they would be difficult to cut out, take a while to sew, and just be complicated. Plus... remember that I only had regular interfacing, not for knits?<br />
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Well for this part, I slightly deviated from the instructions to make it easier to put together. I traced my scallop pieces on my interfacing. Then I traced the scallop stitching lines to the interfacing. Next I ironed the interfacing pieces to the fabric. Then I was able to cut everything together very easily. In the future, I might just cut the scallop pieces as big rectangles and trim the scallops out after stitching, to make it easier and even less time consuming.<br />
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But this method was great. The scalloped edges came together much more quickly and easily than I was anticipating.<br />
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<b>Would I Make Any Changes?</b><br />
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The only thing I would change is the inner ties. I sewed my dress from liverpool. I used the same fabric for everything. But, my liverpool ties on the inside are a tad bulky when wearing the dress. I think in the future, I would use a lighter weight fabric, or possibly ribbons, for the ties. I also have a store bought wrap dress that I was looking at the other day. It has a little tab with a button sewn on. The front inner bodice has a button hole to button up rather than tie. I love that dress, because I've never had the button come undone while wearing it. It is very secure, and I don't have any bulk. So I might try to do something like this next time!<br />
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<b>Would I Make It Again or Recommend <a href="https://akpatterns.com/product/whitney-dress-and-top/" target="_blank">the Pattern</a>?</b><br />
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Definitely! The dress is very well made, it goes together nicely, the instructions are incredible. I didn't have any trouble with any step. Yeah, it's a bit more time consuming than sewing a basic tee, but the finished product is much more impressive than a basic tee too! It's not a super quick sew, but it's really not very complicated either. I felt like maybe I spent more time cutting pattern pieces, fabric, and ironing on interfacing than I actually did sewing. 🤣<br />
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I really love the end result, and I'll definitely use the pattern again in the future! I look forward to being able to make more for dressing up and going somewhere (Whenever we're able to do that again)!<br />
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<b><a href="https://akpatterns.com/product/whitney-dress-and-top/" target="_blank">The Pattern Release</a>:</b><br />
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The pattern is presently on sale for 10% off through this Sunday. You can see it <a href="https://akpatterns.com/product/whitney-dress-and-top/" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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<br />Laura Hinze http://www.blogger.com/profile/01670984568127498299noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7207676589013573363.post-30890124578120819232020-05-14T10:15:00.003-05:002020-05-14T10:15:36.463-05:00The Sinclair Rio TankIt's been a little bit since I've tested for Sinclair, but if you've been following me for any time, you probably know that I have a love for Sinclair Patterns. They fit me SO well.<br />
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So, when Oxana posted a picture of herself wearing this new tank one day, I loved it, and I eagerly applied to test immediately.<br />
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When I joined the testing group, I fell even more in love with the tank. Not only is it very cute, but the finishes on this tank are also SO nice. You won't be disappointed.<br />
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This is the <b><i><a href="https://sinclairpatterns.com/product/rio-knit-racerback-knit-top-and-dress-pdf-sewing-pattern/" target="_blank">Sinclair RIO Tank</a>! </i></b><br />
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<b>Sinclair has other tanks... what sets <a href="https://sinclairpatterns.com/product/rio-knit-racerback-knit-top-and-dress-pdf-sewing-pattern/" target="_blank">this one</a> apart? </b><br />
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I've sewn her other tanks - the Jolee is a fitted tank. It's pretty fitted everywhere. The Shelby fits at the bust and flares out toward the hem. <a href="https://custommadebylaura.blogspot.com/2018/12/my-2018-sinclair-round-up.html" target="_blank">Here is a blog post </a>I made previously about some Sinclair Patterns I've sewn. You can see both the Jolee and Shelby in <a href="https://custommadebylaura.blogspot.com/2018/12/my-2018-sinclair-round-up.html" target="_blank">this post</a>.<br />
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<a href="https://sinclairpatterns.com/product/rio-knit-racerback-knit-top-and-dress-pdf-sewing-pattern/" target="_blank">This tank</a> fits a bit differently from both of those. It is fitted at the bust, has a bit more ease at the waist, and just a little ease at the hips. It also has a beautiful curved hemline!<br />
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Also, <a href="https://sinclairpatterns.com/product/rio-knit-racerback-knit-top-and-dress-pdf-sewing-pattern/" target="_blank">this one</a> is finished so nicely. I believe the other two tanks are finished with bands. This is finished with double fold binding at the neckline and arms. The hem is also faced, rather than just turned up. It really has a professional finish!<br />
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I made two <a href="https://sinclairpatterns.com/product/rio-knit-racerback-knit-top-and-dress-pdf-sewing-pattern/" target="_blank">Rio Tanks </a>during testing - the first one is Version 1, and some changes were made before the final was released. Version 1 was the dark floral. The final version was the pink floral.<br />
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For the dark floral, I made a size 4 bust blended with a 6 waist and hips.<br />
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For the pink, I made a size 2 bust, blended to a 6 waist and hips. My bust measurement ALMOST hits the 4, but since DBP is very stretchy, I decided to go to a 2. I generally sew a 4 in Sinclair patterns.<br />
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I like the fit of both the 2 and the 4 in <a href="https://sinclairpatterns.com/product/rio-knit-racerback-knit-top-and-dress-pdf-sewing-pattern/" target="_blank">this pattern</a>.<br />
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<br />Laura Hinze http://www.blogger.com/profile/01670984568127498299noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7207676589013573363.post-12554477689304983562020-05-08T13:32:00.000-05:002020-05-08T13:32:58.530-05:00New Athletic Set - the Hybrid Fabric from Amelia Lane Designs When it comes to sewing, I'm always excited to try something new. When <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/new-arrivals-1" target="_blank">Amelia Lane Designs </a>announced they're stocking some "hybrid" athletic fabric, I was pretty excited to try it.<br />
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I struggled a bit deciding what to sew though. I've made a few pairs of leggings in the past with athletics, and love them, but they're not getting a ton of wear at the moment, because it's already getting too hot outside! I've made two bralette type bra tops in the past, but never anything for exercise, and I've kind of been wanting to try. So I decided that this was the perfect time to find the motivation to try something new - like a sports bra. <i>Don't worry - I tried on scraps first 😉</i></div>
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There are quite a few sports bra type patterns out there. I had to decide what to make. It's hard to choose sometimes. So, I did one of my favorite things... I searched almost every pattern designer's site I could think of trying to decide which pattern I would use. Then, I ran across this one by Petite Stitchery. This is the <a href="https://petitestitchery.com/shop/womens-aries-compression-bra/?promo_rep=313" target="_blank">Aries Compression Bra</a>. I kind of liked the way that sounded - I like A LOT of support for a sports bra. I don't want anything to move much. 😐 So I was curious about this "compression" bra. Also, when I was looking at it, I noticed that the <a href="https://www.amazon.com/bamboobies-Organic-Lanolin-Free-Nursing-Breastfeeding/dp/B007TIM8A6" target="_blank">bra </a>and the Petite Stitchery leggings were both on sale. I got two patterns for like $7 something. I thought it was a good deal, so I decided I would try both for these athletics!<br />
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I always feel like I need to try every pattern so that I can figure out what I like best so that I can make my favorites. In reality, I make a whole bunch of different patterns, and hardly get back to making my favorites. 🤣 I was drawn to <a href="https://petitestitchery.com/shop/womens-megara-running-tights-and-skirt/?promo_rep=313" target="_blank">this pattern </a>for a couple of reasons: It has a few different options for sewing them up - plain legs, color blocking, shorts, skort. You name it, you can do it! 😉 When I was planning what to sew, my first thought was capri leggings! I kind of wanted to use the color blocking, but it looked like that was best for the long leggings. And y'all, everybody is looking cute in their leggings they're making, but it's hot in Louisiana. Like I don't want to be wearing pants while I'm outside with my boys. I'm all about dresses and skirts. Even breathable fabrics touching me all over is too much. 🤣 So I went with the skort. The leggings to go underneath can be cut at shorties/ bike shorts or longer. I wanted shorter than the skirt so I went with the shorties. Now that I've made them, I wish I had done the bike shorts. The shorties are SO short on me that I chose not to hem them. I think I'd be more comfortable with them a couple of inches longer. So next time, I'll definitely try that. That's more of a personal preference though - how your body is shaped and what is comfortable on you personally. And, I really love the way the skirt looks!<br />
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The pink fabric I used was the new <a href="https://www.amelialanedesigns.com/new-arrivals-1" target="_blank">Hybrid Athletic - "Sparkling Cosmo." </a>It is such a pretty color! I found the fabric to be pretty supportive using it for the bra. In my "test" bra, I used two layers of dri-fit, a layer of power mesh, and swim cups. That bra was very supportive, but very compressive and difficult to get on. So for this one, I used an outer and an inner layer of the Hybrid and cups. I skipped the power mesh. It's perfect for light exercise. The powermesh might be more ideal if you're making one for running! 🙂<br />
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I was getting ready to cut it out last weekend, but I needed to clean up some of my mess first from my last couple of sewing projects. So I started folding scraps, and put them to the side... right beside my folded new fabric for the top. I kind of fell in love with the two fabrics together. So here is my accidental coordinate: The NEW "ELLIS" Rayon Spandex from Amelia Lane Designs and their Denim Pointelle. Aren't they just beautiful together?</div>
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So I KNEW I had to use them together. My mind immediately went to the Sinclair Ivy. It is perfect for using two fabrics, I already had had her size printed because I've made her a couple of these before, I already knew the pattern fit her really well and that I love it on her, so I just changed my plans, and went with it! 😊</div>
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I got it ready for her to pick up. My sister took her pictures. When she sent them to me, I got super excited, because I thought they turned out so good! I knew I loved the fabrics together, and the pictures show the colors off so nicely! 💓</div>
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I've used this pattern in the past for myself and for my mama. I love the fit on both of us! It is fitted through the shoulders, and then the fit starts to relax at and below the bust. It has a beautiful, wide pleat in the center back, and the back has a curved hem.<br />
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It is a very easy sew, and goes together surprisingly quickly. Yeah, it takes a tiny bit longer than a regular tee, but I think it's so worth it. I love the details on this one! </div>
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With the design of this pattern, it's perfect for color-blocking with all your gorgeous coordinates. A small scrap is perfect for using for the top yoke and sleeve pieces. I had a tiny scrap left of this pointelle fabric after making tanks for my sister and me, so this piece is perfect for using as a scrap buster!<br />
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As I mentioned, the main fabric for this top is called "Ellis" at Amelia Lane Designs. The coordinate I used for the top/ yoke piece is Denim Pointelle. </div>
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The main fabric is a rayon spandex fabric. I really love this rayon spandex. In the past, most rayon spandex that I have worked with was very stretchy, both horizontally and vertically. This one doesn't really have vertical stretch. I loved sewing this - it was very easy to work with. </div>
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Laura Hinze http://www.blogger.com/profile/01670984568127498299noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7207676589013573363.post-20416982918285318362020-04-22T16:10:00.000-05:002020-04-22T16:10:00.436-05:00The Athina Kakou Brittany SkirtEvery now and again, I find something I really love. Like REALLY love. I like a lot of things I sew, but some of my sews are my absolute favorites.<br />
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This is the <a href="https://akpatterns.com/product/brittany-skirt-pdf-pattern/" target="_blank">Brittany Skirt </a>by Athina Kakou. I've sewn a few Athina Kakou Patterns. I love Athina's style. She loves sewing and creating beautiful, feminine patterns. I've learned a few techniques from her, and always enjoy her pattern reviews and blog post shares. I love that she sews and shares other patterns too.<br />
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I've loved the quality of every Athina Kakou Pattern I've tried. They've all been well drafted, and obviously well thought out. The instructions are illustrated and easy to understand. You'll find notches and markings for helping you line up pattern pieces. Every pattern has gone together easily and smoothly.<br />
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<a href="https://akpatterns.com/product/brittany-skirt-pdf-pattern/" target="_blank">This pattern</a> was no exception, and definitely one of my favorite AK makes!<br />
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<b>Sewing <a href="https://akpatterns.com/product/brittany-skirt-pdf-pattern/" target="_blank">the Pattern</a>:</b><br />
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This skirt went together very smoothly. I found the instructions easy to follow and understand. And, the skirt was very easy to make. I would say it's a perfect beginner - advanced beginner project. I can remember the first time I sewed an invisible zipper - I had been intimidated by them for some reason... then I discovered that invisible zippers are my favorite kind of zippers to sew, so if you've never done one, don't let that scare you! 😉<br />
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Probably from cut to finish, it took me a couple of hours to make. I can't tell you for sure because I have plenty of interruptions, and made it over the course of a couple of days working off and on.<br />
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It was definitely simple to make though, and I very much enjoyed the process!<br />
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<b><a href="https://akpatterns.com/product/brittany-skirt-pdf-pattern/" target="_blank">The Pattern</a>:</b><br />
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The pattern is drafted for woven fabrics. You will also need some fusible interfacing (for your waistband) and an 8" invisible zipper. The pattern includes a 5/8" seam allowance.<br />
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<a href="https://akpatterns.com/product/brittany-skirt-pdf-pattern/" target="_blank">The skirt </a>has optional large front patch pockets, optional shoulder straps, and as mentioned above, an invisible zipper in the center back.<br />
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The skirt is long, designed to hit at mid calf length. There is a lengthen/ shorten line on the pattern so that you can adjust it if you are taller or shorter than the height for which the pattern is drafted.<br />
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<b>Fabric Choice: </b><br />
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For this pattern, Athina recommends using a 60" wide woven fabric. I struggle to find many fabrics locally that are 60" wide, so I measured my pieces, and realized that, for my size at least, a narrower fabric would work. I purchased a regular 44" wide fabric from Hobby Lobby. I believe this is a homespun fabric. I love using this for apparel. It's less stiff than quilting fabrics and other cottons, and really easy to find. It doesn't have as much drape as some apparel wovens, but I think it lays really nicely for skirts and dresses. I've frequently sewed this fabric type for my boys and myself.<br />
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<b>Get Your Pattern Here: </b><a href="https://akpatterns.com/product/brittany-skirt-pdf-pattern/">https://akpatterns.com/product/brittany-skirt-pdf-pattern/</a><br />
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<br />Laura Hinze http://www.blogger.com/profile/01670984568127498299noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7207676589013573363.post-77983027710121462442020-04-12T12:08:00.000-05:002020-04-12T22:09:52.777-05:00Easter Sewing 2020I love sewing for all the holidays. I love making things for the boys for Christmas, Valentine's, St. Patrick's, Easter... Every holiday they get something new.<br />
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Generally for Christmas and Easter, they'll get two new things - one is their "fun" holiday outfit, and one is dressier for Church.<br />
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This year has been tough. Somehow I thought that since we're home all the time, I'd have more sewing time. Nope, not the case. I've barely found any sewing time. I love sewing, but the kids have worn me out during the day! I typically do a lot of sewing after they go to bed (at least a few nights a week), but recently, I'm ready to sleep as soon as they are! So... I was VERY last minute this year sewing Easter attire.<br />
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I looked weeks ago at Joann's to get ideas of fabric for their dressy outfits. I found a beautiful light blue shirting that I planned to go back and get. It was not on sale that day, and I was already using my coupon for something else. I also wanted to look one other place - we have another little fabric shop in Bossier that I like to check out for dressy fabrics, but for obvious reasons, I didn't make it by there this year either.<br />
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So with the lock down, I was stuck at home without the fabric I had planned to purchase. Well... with every event being cancelled or moved to "virtual," they really didn't NEED a new dressy outfit for church anyway. Daniel is fussy about buttons. He hates them, and ONLY wears them to church a couple of times a year when I make him. He is okay with buttons in the back, like on peter pan collar shirts, but with us staying home, there really was no point in making them dressy clothes anyway. So... I decided to go with tee shirts with applique and shorts.<br />
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I pulled out some of my favorite patterns from Puperita to sew their Easter clothes.<br />
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<b><u>Daniel's Easter Set:</u></b><br />
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Daniel is measuring between a size 6 and 7 right now. So, for the spring and summer clothes, I've decided to go on and bump him up to a size 7 in hopes that they'll fit until we're ready for long sleeves again. I learned my lesson - I sewed him a pair of size 6 pants for St. Patrick's day and they were almost too short! I barely had any room to hem them!<br />
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So for Easter, I sewed Daniel a pair of <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/731572507/swank-kids-pants-bermuda-shorts-pattern?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=puperita+swank&ref=sr_gallery-1-4&organic_search_click=1&bes=1" target="_blank">SWANK </a>shorts and a<a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/271481121/jelly-children-boy-girl-t-shirt-pattern?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=puperita+jelly&ref=sr_gallery-1-1&organic_search_click=1&bes=1" target="_blank"> Jelly Tee</a>. I tested the Swank shorts last year, and I thought they were super adorable. Daniel, however, was not a fan. He has been wearing them this year already, but for some reason he does not like the flat front waistband. He wants elastic going all the way around. Daniel is all about comfort, and he loves his elastic! So, I messaged Annalisa and asked her if she could think of any reason it wouldn't work to put elastic all the way around. I did it, and it worked out perfectly. They fit great! I love this style for him. They can look a little dressier, but still be super comfortable. With the pockets and the pleat, the front of the shorts or pants looks a bit dressier than most of his shorts. But the elastic provides comfort (and makes them super easy to sew).<br />
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Honestly, if I had been able to get a store-bought tee in Daniel's size, I would have, but no shopping meant that I had to make it. You know what pattern I chose - the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/271481121/jelly-children-boy-girl-t-shirt-pattern?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=puperita+jelly&ref=sr_gallery-1-1&organic_search_click=1&bes=1" target="_blank">Jelly Tee</a>. It's my go-to for him. Plus, I already had it printed and taped in his size, because this is his 4th short sleeve jelly this year. If you don't have the Jelly, get it - you won't regret it. I've used it so many times. It fits so well!💗<br />
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I got on Etsy, and let Daniel help me pick an applique design... We bought it on Etsy, but I later found that they have an actual website and Facebook group. I'll purchase from the <a href="https://www.allthingsapplique.com/" target="_blank">website</a> next time. The company is called "<a href="https://www.allthingsapplique.com/" target="_blank">All Things Applique</a>." The design stitched out perfectly for me. I used it three times yesterday. 😉 I won't hesitate to use their designs again!<br />
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<b><u>Luke's and Matthew's </u></b><br />
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If you've followed me for any length of time, you may know my favorite shorts pattern for the boys - the <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/98907927/seven-seas-baby-toddler-shorts-pattern?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=puperita+seven+seas&ref=sr_gallery-1-1&organic_search_click=1" target="_blank">Puperita Seven Seas Shorts</a>. The only downside of this pattern is that it only goes up to a size 6. Daniel is outgrowing them. 😢 But they're so cute, and super fast. So I decided to make Luke and Matthew both a new pair! Matthew's are a size 18 month, and I made Luke a size 3. Luke is in between a size 2 and 3, and we already have a size 2 like this from when Daniel was little, so I went ahead and made a size 3 to see what fits better. I think I'll let him keep wearing the size 2 for a bit, but he's in the size 3 for photos.<br />
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I had a size 3 store-bought tee on hand, so I added applique for Luke on that. For Matthew's shirt, I had a long sleeve size 2 store-bought tee that I didn't use when it was cold, so I cut the sleeves off and hemmed them. I was looking for fast, because I put off sewing to the Saturday before Easter Sunday!<br />
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They always get a new outfit for Easter... I really didn't want this year to be the exception. So I speed sewed yesterday to make sure it happened. Don't look too closely at my stitching lines... you may be able to tell I didn't take my time! 🙈<br />
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<b>The Patterns:</b><br />
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As I mentioned, these are all from Puperita.<br />
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See the Swank Shorts/ Pants <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/731572507/swank-kids-pants-bermuda-shorts-pattern?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=puperita+swank&ref=sr_gallery-1-4&organic_search_click=1&bes=1" target="_blank">here.</a><br />
See the Jelly Tee <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/271481121/jelly-children-boy-girl-t-shirt-pattern?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=puperita+jelly&ref=sr_gallery-1-1&organic_search_click=1&bes=1" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
See the Seven Seas Shorts <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/98907927/seven-seas-baby-toddler-shorts-pattern?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=puperita+seven+seas&ref=sr_gallery-1-1&organic_search_click=1" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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Last year, I bought this seersucker from the shop Best Fabrics in Bossier. I never used it. I planned rompers for the little two last summer, and never got around to making them. This weekend, I was SO glad I never got around to using it, because I had something for them for Easter!<br />
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Daniel's shirt is made from cotton lycra, probably from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/98907927/seven-seas-baby-toddler-shorts-pattern?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=puperita+seven+seas&ref=sr_gallery-1-1&organic_search_click=1" target="_blank">Elevated Fashion Fabrics</a>. I get solids from there occasionally. The fabric is good quality, and her prices are super amazing! Her solids are generally less than $6/yard!<br />
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<b>So... Happy Easter Friends!! 💓🐰 </b>I hope you enjoy your day with your families!<br />
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<b><br /></b>Laura Hinze http://www.blogger.com/profile/01670984568127498299noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7207676589013573363.post-44554367810729671352020-04-07T10:08:00.003-05:002020-04-07T10:08:41.651-05:00Sewing the Rocket Raglan by 5 out of 4I have been curious about this pattern for a bit. You know... I already have like 5 kids raglan patterns, but I just WANTED to know about THIS one. You know... I feel like I need to try all the patterns. After I tried and loved the first 5 out of 4 Pattern, it is only logical that I try the rest, right?<br />
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**Disclosure: I have included my affiliate link to this pattern in this post. If you choose to purchase a 5 out of 4 pattern using my link, I'll receive a small commission of the sale at no additional cost to you.**<br />
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So... here is the <a href="https://5outof4.com/product/kids-rocket-raglan/?affiliates=335" target="_blank">Rocket Raglan</a>.<br />
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So finally, I got ready to sew <a href="https://5outof4.com/product/kids-rocket-raglan/?affiliates=335" target="_blank">this one</a>. I originally thought I might sew it for one of my boys, but my sister is my photographer, and with this social distancing thing, I thought it might be easier to get photos of my nephew. So I decided to get him a shirt ready for them to pick up!<br />
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<b>Choosing the Fabrics:</b><br />
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This time, since I was making the shirt for Matthew, I decided to let Matthew pick the fabric. I took pictures of several options I have at home. Some I purchased recently and some I purchased a long time ago, but still had left over.<br />
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My sister showed him the pictures, and he said he wanted the TURTLE fabric. One of the fabrics I sent had sea animals, including turtles, but that's not what he wanted. He wanted ALL THE TURTLES. He pointed at the picture and showed her the mama turtle, the daddy turtle, and the baby turtles.<br />
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In laughter, my sister called me and told me which one to sew. I bet you were thinking these were leaves printed on this fabric... but nope... these are all the TURTLES!<br />
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So, we chose this fabric. This is an interlock that I got from a garage sale years ago! It was originally from Joann's fabrics.<br />
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For the sleeves and neckband, we paired a solid brown cotton lycra with it.<br />
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<b>Sewing <a href="https://5outof4.com/product/kids-rocket-raglan/?affiliates=335" target="_blank">the Pattern:</a></b><br />
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As with most 5 out of 4 patterns, this one has quite a few options to choose from. It starts at baby sizes and goes all the way through big kid sizes, making the pattern a great value! You can sew it from the time your kiddo is born all the way until they're ready for a grown up pattern!<br />
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The pattern has shirt, tunic, and dress length options. There are crew neckband and v-neckband options. Or, you could choose a hood (starting at 2T). Your <a href="https://5outof4.com/product/kids-rocket-raglan/?affiliates=335" target="_blank">shirt or tunic</a> can be banded or hemmed. The sleeves can be banded or hemmed.<br />
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I sewed a size 2T for Matthew based on his measurements. I used the short sleeve option, hemmed shirt, and crew neckline.<br />
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The pattern includes a 3/8" seam allowance. It went together perfectly, and fits him so nicely!<br />
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<b><a href="https://5outof4.com/product/kids-rocket-raglan/?affiliates=335" target="_blank">His Shirt</a>:</b><br />
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He loves his turtle shirt, y'all! Doesn't he look cute in it?<br />
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I'm kind of excited to try it out for my boys now! Maybe I'll do some for matching cousin pictures once social distancing is over! 💗<br />
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Link to the Pattern: <a href="https://5outof4.com/product/kids-rocket-raglan/?affiliates=335">https://5outof4.com/product/kids-rocket-raglan/?affiliates=335</a> (affiliate link)<br />
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