I've taught various sewing classes for a couple of years now, and I am so excited to teach my first blazer class next month! I fell in love with the Bespoke Blazer pattern the moment I saw Lindsey's (@sewtogrow) post on Instagram, and I knew I had to add it to my class schedule for 2018. I … Continue reading Bari J Blazer
Tag: capsule wardrobe
Dear Stella Linden
I love a good raglan pattern, and the Grainline Studio Linden Sweatshirt is definitely one of my faves! I love this hacked Linden from last summer, but I wanted a short sleeve version to wear in the warmer months. I realized I lack tops to wear with my jeans and shorts, so my goal is to make a … Continue reading Dear Stella Linden
JLH Mayberry
I came across Jennifer Lauren Handmade on Instagram a short while back, and I have been following her account since. This past fall, she posted a call for people to review a pattern that she would provide, so I signed up. She sent me the Mayberry dress pattern in November, and although I couldn't wait … Continue reading JLH Mayberry
Buffalo Plaid Classic Skirt
When I had an autoimmune flare-up this past fall, I knew I needed to modify my sewing goals for my fall and winter wardrobe capsule. I decided to focus on pieces that would have some versatility in my closet and that I could build on later, whether it was this year or next. As a … Continue reading Buffalo Plaid Classic Skirt
Spotted McCall’s Poncho
It's beginning to consistently feel chilly in Dallas, so I finally pulled out my favorite sweaters this past week. Among them is this M6658 that I made shortly after Lo was born. It is my favorite transitional me-made piece to wear to date! It's the perfect piece to throw over a simple long sleeve tee and … Continue reading Spotted McCall’s Poncho
Slouchy Sweater Dress
The temps have finally dropped in Dallas, so I'm ecstatic that I can finally wear this Simplicity 2054 dress I made over the summer. I bought this jacquard sweater knit at Joann, and I knew I wanted to make a slouchy sweater dress. I made View A, but omitted the cowl collar. The relaxed fit … Continue reading Slouchy Sweater Dress
McCall’s Shibori Summer Dress
I've seen various shibori dyed fabrics this summer, and I couldn't resist picking up a couple yards of this rayon fabric from Joann. It has great drape, and I found it to be fairly easy to sew with compared to some other rayons. I initially planned to make a tunic dress similar to this ELVI dress … Continue reading McCall’s Shibori Summer Dress
Mint Arum
I got excited when I saw this mint AGF denim at Cabbage Rose recently and immediately purchased a few yards. Several of the quilters I follow on Instagram love sewing with it, so I was curious about how well it worked for garments. I find that sewing with any Art Gallery quilting cottons, my tension is … Continue reading Mint Arum
2017 Fall/Winter Capsule
After seeing so many cute fall clothes on some of my favorite fashion bloggers this past week, I got inspired to start taking a look at the "holes" in my fall and winter wardrobe. Since we generally don't have many freezing temps, I am focusing on pieces that I can layer and will work throughout … Continue reading 2017 Fall/Winter Capsule
Summer Button-Up Tank
While organizing my closet a few months ago, I realized I need more summer basics in my wardrobe. Since then, I have been on the hunt for a woven sleeveless top pattern that I can wear to the park with my daughter or out with the hubby on date night. I picked up M7603 a … Continue reading Summer Button-Up Tank