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  • MakeBra DL01
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    MakeBra DL01 in black

    August 12, 2018 / No Comments

    MakeBra DL01 has a three-part cup which makes it easy to add some pretty lace details to a part of the cup. I modified the pattern for short underwires.

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  • Lekala 42611 Flounce top
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    Bootstrapfashion 4261 ruffle blouse

    August 4, 2018 / 8 Comments

    This Bootstrapfashion 4261 ruffle blouse is again part of my Sensible Sewing Challenge. It closely resembles the Lekala dress I made last year, except being a bit more fitted and having a key-hole neckline instead of a pleated one. (The Bootstrapfashion and Lekala are both official resellers of Leko patterns, so that’s the reason behind similarities.) If you are not yet familiar with Bootstrapfashion patterns, they are sewing patterns that are customized to your measurements. You’ll submit your measurements and your pattern arrives as a pdf in a few minutes. My experience with these patterns has been a bit hit and miss. The more basic pattern the greater the chances of getting…

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  • MakeBra DL03.
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    MakeBra DL03 – A balconette bra pattern

    July 19, 2018 / 3 Comments

    I tried out MakeBra DL03 balconette bra pattern. I used the Basic kit from MakeBra and only added some embellishments.

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  • Megan Nielsen Flint trousers.
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    Flint trousers by Megan Nielsen

    July 13, 2018 / 2 Comments

    I tested the pattern for the Flint trousers by Megan Nielsen. These trousers have an unusual closure that is hidden inside the left pocket and no zipper!

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  • Named clothing Kielo wrap dress.
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    Named Clothing Kielo wrap dress

    June 19, 2018 / 7 Comments

    I knew that Kielo is a very popular pattern but would it work for me? I decided to find out! I bought the pattern and then went around the booths until I found a nice organic jersey for it at Nuppu print company with a beautiful print designed by Satu Kontinen.

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  • McCalls M7748 dress from the archive collection.
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    1950s dress McCall’s M7748

    June 18, 2018 / No Comments

    I made a gorgeous McCall's M7748 dress to wear for my cousin's wedding. This pattern is from the Archive collection and approximately from the year 1957. This dress took me several days to make but I can say that taking the time really pays off with this dress and the final dress fits and looks nice.

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  • Dress romper - Suuri Käsityö 5/2018 Mekkohaalari.
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    Suuri Käsityö 5/2018 Mekkohaalari – Dress romper

    June 4, 2018 / No Comments

    Harvoin käsityölehteä lukiessa tulee niin inspiroitunut olo, että kaava on piirrettävä ja ommeltava heti. Tämä Suuri Käsityö 5/2018 Mekkohaalari teki kuitenkin poikkeuksen, sillä toukokuussa alkaneet helteet aiheuttivat meillä kotona akuutin kesävaatepulan. Liikunnalliselle nuorelle neidille mekko-shortsihaalariyhdistelmä on yliveto.

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    My first bra: Pin-up Girls Amanda

    May 24, 2018 / 13 Comments

    After gathering materials all over the globe and taking Craftsy courses on bra making I have finally finished my first ever bra. I used Pin-up Girls Amanda pattern to make a pink seamless t-shirt bra. I found the whole process of bra making super fun and the finished bra looks professionally made.

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  • Sew Over It 1940s tea dress.
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    1940s tea dress by Sew Over It

    May 22, 2018 / 7 Comments

    I got this fabric from Artenio at the same time with the mustard yellow one for this Amelia dress. It took me quite some time to decide on the pattern. I did not have a lot of fabric so many dresses with their circle skirts were unfortunately out of question. Finally, I decided to make the 1940s tea dress by Sew Over It.

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  • 1940s skirt, Simplicity 3688
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    Simplicity 3688: 1940s skirt

    May 15, 2018 / 2 Comments

    I tested the Simplicity 3688 1940s skirt pattern. This was an easy make and I love the outcome. The skirt looks nice when combined with the Sew Over It Pussy Bow Blouse that I have also made.

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Top Posts & Pages

  • My antique Singer 15 sewing machine
    My antique Singer 15 sewing machine
  • Pirtanauha-generaattori
    Pirtanauha-generaattori
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    Sewist notebook: Free printable body measurements table
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    Ironing board cart for your sewing room
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    Tabletweave generator
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    Tablet weaving tips for beginners and Iron Age Finnish tablet weaving
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    A fan skirt by Black Snail Patterns
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    Couture explorer: Beading and tambour embroidery
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    Drafting my orange ramie dress (a FREE pattern)
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    10 different types of fabric that you should recognize with your fingertips!

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