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  • Linen jersey top.
    My projects,  Sewing

    Linen jersey Edie top

    October 14, 2018 / 1 Comment

    I found this linen jersey at the factory remnants. There was just enough to make a long sleeved top by combining Tessuti Mandy and SOI Edie top patterns.

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    kk
  • My winter coat toile.
    My projects,  Sewing,  Tailoring

    A wool coat for winter, part 2: Toile

    October 14, 2018 / 6 Comments

    I did not even dream of making this V8346 coat without a toile. I may take risks with cheaper garments but this wool was way too expensive for me to skip this crucial step.

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    kk
  • Wool coat plans.
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    A wool coat for winter, part 1: Planning

    October 9, 2018 / 8 Comments

    My big project for this autumn will be a long and warm winter coat. For a project this size, it is a good idea to start with the planning.

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    kk
  • Leather case for scissors.
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    Scissors case – Saksikotelo

    October 7, 2018 / 4 Comments

    I decided to make a case for my sewing scissors using leather. I have wanted to learn how to sew leather properly by hand. Finally, it wasn't very hard.

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  • Sew Over It Edie top and jeans.
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    Sew Over It Edie top and self-drafted jeans

    October 2, 2018 / 5 Comments

    I made the Evie top from the new Sew Over It Work to Weekend ebook. I also drafted a pair of jeans using my trusted trouser sloper and an old jeans pattern.

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  • Gertie's Shirtwaist Dress.
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    Gertie’s shirtwaist dress with hacks

    September 24, 2018 / 4 Comments

    I tried making the Shirtwaist dress from the Gertie's New Book of Better Sewing without making a toile. This taught me a lesson! The fit was not so good...

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    kk
  • Megan Nielsen Acacia underwear.
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    Megan Nielsen Acacia underwear

    September 18, 2018 / 4 Comments

    I made two pairs of panties using the free Acacia underwear pattern by Megan Nielsen. Check out my review and my modifications to the pattern!

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    kk
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    Bubbles with bubbles (Ottobre 4/2011 Glow-worm top)

    September 13, 2018 / No Comments

    The 1 metre of bubble print jersey was enough to make both a sleeveless top using the Ottobre 4/2011 34. Glow-worm top pattern and a matching skirt.

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    kk
  • Teeshirts
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    Teeshirts and summer holiday memories from my old hometown

    September 11, 2018 / No Comments

    Back to my Sensible Sewing Challenge! I made these teeshirts using M6886 already in June but for some reason did not post these. However, I have been wearing them a lot.

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    kk
  • Burda 8/2017 cardigan.
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    Burda style cardigan and how to handle thick knits

    September 9, 2018 / 7 Comments

    I sewed a cardigan using Burda style 8/2017 Girl's cardigan pattern. Check my tips on how to deal with thicker knitted fabrics!

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    Ironing board cart for your sewing room
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