The Willow wrap dress & Peplum was my second pattern test for Love Notions patterns back in 2018, I loved the line art posted on the testing call and all the options that were available for the pattern. I appreciate the work that goes into providing an abundance […]
I really like a sheath dress. It’s my favorite type of dress to make for many reasons: The design suits my body shape I feel more comfortable in simpler styles I love a skirt with no volume on a dress They take up little amounts of fabric! I […]
I have recently been a pattern tester for the Vivace Dolman, a newly released pattern by Love Notions. What drew me in at first was the striking overlapped collar that forms a V neckline. I have always loved a V neckline. The depth is very flattering, in my […]
A new pattern has been released by Itch to Stitch designs and it’s a cardigan! The new Castillo Cardigan. The Castillo cardigan hits the mid thigh and features slits on the side seams, an unlined hood, patch pockets and raglan sleeves with cuffs and a center front band […]
Simplicity 1668 is a pattern that has a knit jacket/cardigan, a top/dress and pants/shorts included. I normally do not have access to big 4 commercial patterns and this one was sent to me by a lovely friend in an envelope. I really LOVE patterns that include so many […]
The Margot Peplum from Love Notions is a super figure flattering pattern with several options as always. There are two bodice options: a plain one and a princess seamed style that finish slightly above the natural waist, whilst not being an empire line. There are three peplum styles: […]
The vast majority of denim jackets have a collar that is constructed in a very similar manner and this post hopes to inspire and simplify this process so you too can also sew these wardrobe staples. I have made this style of jacket many times and recently with […]
Hi sewing friends, my name is Karina, and I’m a passionate dressmaker and sewing blogger/vlogger. You will always see videos from my youtube channel in my posts to further deepen the content. Although I mainly prefer to sew with woven fabric, I do occasionally sew with knit fabric, […]
Getting ready for the Christmas gift sewing- last minute- craze that I seem to put myself under to sew special things for my close family members, I’ve sewn one garment NOW. Tick 🙂 The Boyfriend Cardigan from Love Notions has a woman’s and a girl’s version and they […]
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