One Stitch At A Time
I bought Gertie’s Jiffy Dress book back at the outset of the lockdown in March 2020 when I started dressmaking. It was this book which pretty much taught me everything I know about basic sewing. I previously made this pattern when I wasn’t all that attune to making alterations and perfecting the fit so I […]
The cropped jacket version of this pattern has become my signature outerwear. I first made this a couple of months ago (and wrote a blog post on it for The Rag Shop. Having made another since then (and with the fabric for a third one going into the prewash) I thought it was worth chronicling […]
This was my first time making a Cashmerette pattern; they’re not usually my style, if I am being honest. I prefer my clothes to have a more vintage-inspired twist (saying that, the Upton dress is on my make list as it has a really classic silhouette). However, I purchased a gold jersey fabric from New […]
The Decades of Style ESP 101 pattern has been on my radar for a long time; it is a part of their ‘Decades Everyday’ pattern collection designed with the premise ‘sew in a day, wear everyday’; the pattern is easy, accessible, and quick to make. I bought the No. 101 E.S.P. Dress pattern a long […]
The Jackson Tee and Pullover is a pattern you’ll be able to use again – as a gender-inclusive pattern, it’s the pattern to get if you’re making handmade wardrobe gifts for friends and family, especially for occasions such as Christmas. The size range is, as typical of Helen’s Closet, incredibly inclusive; it ranges from 0-34 […]
Self-Acceptance and a Viscose Penny Dress I recently made up the Sew Over It Penny Dress and fell in love with the style even though it was quite different to anything I had ever worn before and I knew I wanted to make a couple more. It’s one of those dresses that looks as good […]
It will come as no surprise to you that I took this top pattern and opted to make a dress by adding a gathered skirt. I also skipped on the collar detail (for a couple of reasons). My use of vintage inspired fashion is quite conservative – I personally think there is a thin line […]
It is no secret that I love the Sew Over It pattern line; more specifically the vintage inspired patterns. Penny had been on my to make list for quite a long time but you know what it’s like – every new discovery makes the list longer and longer. When I saw this Eco-vero ex- Nobody […]
I’ve decided to write up a blog about this pattern even though I really feel as if it needs tweaked for me to be happy with it. The Pattern This is a versatile pattern, wearable in any season and for any occasion. There are a lot of variations: sleeves of full length sleeves; full back […]
I have been trying to fill some of the gaps in Simon’s wardrobe and got to loungewear – the Hudson pant for men was one of the strongest contenders and it has received a seal of approval for fit and comfort. The Hudson pants are modern in their fit; to fit waist sizes 28-42″, there’s […]