C . W : Patterns

Changing Wardrobes : 

Patterns : March 2015 & July 2019

March 2015 Prima Pattern on the left has culottes and loose boxy top, in a long enough to almost hit the hips. The top has 3 option, including a lace trim. I have noted on the pattern I would lengthen this pattern, this in is relation to the culottes as I don't like most trousers hitting me mid leg. The length -with shop brought clothes- are often too long and hit the wrong part of my ankle/leg. I'd have this hit mid ankle or shorten to hit a little higher on me. This pattern will be comfy but likely need to be adjusted for most people. Shortening the top for a more purposeful boxy top or even a loose crop top. 

While on the right, I have July 2019 Prima Pattern with a loose top with a few options on length, hem shaped and front detail. A very comfy style again and loose fitting - the type you could wear all summer or as a cover up. With this style you could also length the sleeves by another 3/4cm and roll hem as decoration.

For me - I lean towards the March 2015 pattern - both for the top and culottes. I like a boxy top - but either men's or shorter - hitting the waist not the hips. The suggestion of the lace details are very appealing. As is playing with a fit of the culottes, extending the hem a little I can easier shorten them as needed.

I like a loose trouser with pleats in the waistband, giving plentily of space for hips and movement. I could see making a set with cotton/polyester culottes and a top of printed or textured viscose. Contrasting colours and print could be a lot of fun. 

The left pattern 5827 appears to be very simple with the option for contrasting fabrics and high keyhole opening.

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C . W : Patterns

C . W : Patterns

Changing Wardrobes : 

Patterns : Nov 2018 & Nov 2008

Left Nov.2018, Prima Blazer Pattern, Right Nov.2008, Prima Wrap/Loose Coat Pattern

Both of these patterns were given to me, passed on from a non-sewer, to add to my collection. Left is a blazer pattern from Nov.2018, with 3 options, 2 x for pockets, including a welt option and 1x without pockets. Though loose on the model, with the darts in the front this could be highly customisable for fabrics and fit. Also the options would allow for more advanced options e.g. welt pockets.

The pattern on the right is a loose coat with a tie, and simple, bagged pockets. Only a little longer in the body than the option pattern, and with looser fit, this could make a comfy wrap for going outside. This coat will allow for a quick project and 

Both of these patterns were brought while I was in Derby - but on separate visits to the market stall, about 2013-2015. This was one of my favourite stalls as they had a great collection of printed fabrics, patterns, and they often had swatches for pennies. Great for tests, mock up, illustrations, and research for sketchbooks. 

These two Butterwick patterns are of two very different styles of dresses in the construction and structure of them. 

The left pattern 5827 appears to be very simple with the option for contrasting fabrics and high keyhole opening.

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G . O : Cushion Making

Getting On :

Cushion Making : 

Simple cushions but a gift since I brought the fabric with them in mind. I wanted them to look smart and I'm so glad that the binding added to the cushion, rather than aging them badly. I used a black poly cotton to give a smart look to the back. as well. 

I feel I made the cases a little too big and thus loose on the cushion. These however are for a bed and this might be more of a advantage. For a simple project it took me while to get to.

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G.O: Friend Requests

Getting On:

Friend's Requests


Now I did have a hand in - so soon I'll be sharing images of my work, afterwards - with the holidays having come and gone. I still have some more to do  and others already completed.
This includes;

Doll - Princess themed and I want to make two dresses and two pairs of shoes to go with her crown.

4 x Crochet Bracelets - for a housemate. Soon to be available through etsy.

2 x Hand warmers, done on a knitting machine with cabling and long in size


This means I have some distractions to my work, but mostly I'm trying to use them as breaks from work. The hardest part is limiting my time on them to make sure my work is done. Amongst other things.

Thanks for reading x

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G.0: Monkeys off

 Getting On: Two Monkeys Are Moving On


These two dinosaur sock monkeys are going to two little boys  a friends nephews.

Made in summer 2012, with the buttons added a week before the boys got them. They were made with a set of baby boy socks, for 6 + months, toy stuffing, threads and small buttons.

I love the colours and stripes, one of the most colourful sock monkeys I have made, especially with such small socks. Making them cheerful companions for  young (but older children), for  girls or boys.


I hope they are enjoying their new friends.


Thanks for reading - and I'll be posting new items of  jewellery and sock monkeys and other products this weekend.

 

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