I first shared my favorite knit fabrics at the beginning of 2021, but my taste in knit fabrics has changed over time. I’ve learned more over the past few years, and I feel much better about my fabric recommendations now. You only know what you know, so here is what I’ve learned and why these are my favorite knit fabrics … Continue reading “My Favorite Knit Fabrics for T-Shirts”
Over the past 9 years of sewing garments, I’ve made a few free patterns. I thought it would be fun to do a little roundup, and hopefully it will be a helpful resource too. If you click on any of the titles of the patterns, it will take you to the pattern page or to the page that tells you … Continue reading “Free Sewing Patterns”
I’m so excited to share today’s makes. I have not been able to get this look out of my head, and I kept pinning outfits just like it. It feels good to finally make it and wear it! Below are a few photos from my Pinterest boards. I love the look and feel of this outfit. The oversized blue and … Continue reading “Viki Sews Cynthia Blouse & Beige Slacks”
The temperatures are occasionally starting to drop here in Portugal, so I can feel myself getting more excited about fall sewing. But before I switch gears, I really want to share a few things I sewed in the past month for my summer wardrobe. All of these patterns are great. They are so nice, I sewed them twice (or sometimes … Continue reading “Summer Basic Repeats”
We had our first Lisbon Sewist Meet-Up a year ago, and I met so many other amazing sewists in the area. One of them was Susana who is the sweetest person, and she’s also a really great pattern designer. She mainly designs children’s clothing, and her patterns are all available at Suco by Susana on Etsy. She was kind enough … Continue reading “Suco by Susana – Fragola Top”
Not very many things beat a good t-shirt and shorts combo, and I’m so happy now to have these two new garments to add to my summer lineup. I’ve been on the hunt for good basic style shorts for a while, and I think I’ve found them! These are the Lore Piar Essential Shorts (sizes up to 58″ waist & … Continue reading “Lore Piar – Essential Shorts”
I know there aren’t a lot of people here for the baby clothes, but this was just too cute not to share. This is a dress that I made for my sister’s baby who is due in a couple of months. Since I’m so far away and won’t be there to help her, I really wanted to make her something … Continue reading “Made by Rae – Geranium Dress with Eyelet Trim”
The Tabitha Tank has quickly become my tried and true, favorite tank pattern. The pattern is free when you sign up for the Anna Zoe newsletter and has sizes up to a 49″ bust & 51.5″ hip. After I made my first one, I knew I wanted to make more–and definitely a dress version. This pattern is so quick to … Continue reading “Anna Zoe – Tabitha Tank Dress”
I’ve had plans to make the Duplantier Dress (sizes up to 58.5″ bust & 60″ hip) since the pattern was released in 2022, but I think because of the princess seams, I put it off for as long as possible. I’ve already conquered altering princess seams for my low bust, but I think I just wasn’t up for the extra … Continue reading “Elbe Textiles – Duplantier Dress (Low Bust Adjustment Tutorial)”
This is my 4th time making the Wholecloth Patterns Tether Pouch, so I thought now would be a good time to share my latest two. Since I’m new to bag sewing, I think I’m still trying get the hang of certain things before moving on to others. But also, these little zipper bags are so useful and cute, and I … Continue reading “Wholecloth Patterns – Tether Pouch 2.0”
