tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-91548686235468290742024-02-21T19:52:22.621+13:00Nikki's StitchesNikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10560774986079141727noreply@blogger.comBlogger138125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9154868623546829074.post-29536146183961573652015-12-24T21:49:00.000+13:002015-12-24T21:49:26.152+13:00New year, new platform - I'm moving...OK, so it's not quite the new year, it's about a week early, but I felt it was time to make the move and the new platform is about as ready to go as it can be. It kinda makes sense to move at this time of year. <br />
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So, Nikki's Stitches is now on WordPress. There's not a great difference in the name, the new blog can be found at <a href="http://nikkisstitches.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">http://nikkisstitches.wordpress.com/</a><br />
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You'll need to update your blog platform, feedly, bloglovin', etc. All comments so far have been imported across, but from now on, won't be, so if you comment on this page, it won't show in WordPress - mainly because this page won't be on the new platform :-)<br />
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I think all the remains now is for me to wish you all a fabulous Christmas and a fantastic 2016!<br />
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<br />Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10560774986079141727noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9154868623546829074.post-82631094223546011552015-11-24T21:22:00.002+13:002015-11-24T21:22:54.404+13:00Natalie and NinaThis is another of Kat's fabulous patterns teamed up with my fave cardigan, Muse Natalie dress and Style Arc Nina cardigan.<br />
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I'll not say much about the cardigan, I've said it all before, it is so easy to cut and make up. I love them. I know the draped look might not be for everyone, but I get so much wear out of these.<br />
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I think I bought the fabric for this one, intending to make something else and it was definitely pattern tetris cutting this out. I think the bottom piece is actually cut across the grain, but hey, it works and the cardigan has been washed a couple of times since making up and it's made no difference. This merino is quite closely woven and keeps it's shape really well. Unlike my black merino Nina cardi which has gone a tad baggy now!<br />
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<i><b>The details</b></i><br />
<b>Fabric: </b> Fuchsia pink merino from Levana, Levin, June 2015.<br />
<b>Notions: </b> Thread and some cotton tape to stabilise the shoulders and neck.<br />
<b>Pattern: </b> <a href="http://www.stylearc.com.au/stylearc/index.php?option=com_virtuemart&page=shop.product_details&flypage=flypage.tpl&product_id=495&Itemid=47" target="_blank">Style Arc Nina cardigan</a>, size 14<br />
<b>Changes made:</b> None <br />
<b>Another one/recommendations: </b>I've made four of these cardigans. I love them. They are great for slobbing around in and are smart enough for work. I know the look isn't for everyone, but for me, I love them! <br />
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And so to the Natalie dress. I was intrigued by this dress from the start. I was over at Kat's one weekend for a knitting afternoon and she suggested I try on one of her sample versions. I loved it, the fit, the style, etc. I knew I needed one in my wardrobe. And so, I used this pale grey knit I got from Levana back in April. It was intended to be another Gillian, but I decided it would be perfect for this dress.<br />
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I went for the version with the gathers under the bust. I didn't intend to, but this fit was actually much better for me. I had to be careful with pattern placement, I could have had flowers in the wrong places - as it were!<br />
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The pattern, like all of Kat's patterns, is drafted perfectly. This is a size 38 and fit me straight out of the box. I've made no alterations to the pattern at all. I followed the instructions to the letter, they didn't need any changing. It's really easy to put together and sews up so quickly. The sleeves are the perfect length for me - I love 3/4 length sleeves.<br />
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I honestly have no complaints about this pattern. OK, the ties are really long and that's possibly because they are intended to come round the front, but I'd rather leave the front free. Hang on, is that my only gripe - what am I saying? Nope I've no gripes or groans at all and I get so many compliments when I wear this dress. It's a real keeper and very tempting to make another...<br />
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<b>Fabric: </b> Pale grey polyester knit from Levana, Levin, April 2015<br />
<b>Notions: </b> Thread, interfacing and some cotton tape to stabilise the shoulders.<br />
<b>Pattern: </b> <a href="http://sewingmuse.com/products/natalie-dress-and-top" target="_blank">Muse Patterns Natalie dress</a>, size 38<br />
<b>Changes made:</b> None <br />
<b>Another one/recommendations: </b>I'm actually really tempted to make another, this dress is great, it fits well and I really love it. I certainly recommend the pattern, it's so easy to make up and the fit is fab. Oh and what's more you can make a top or a maxi dress too.<br />
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Excuse the hair everywhere, we'd done photos the day before and the exposure was all wrong and this day is one of Wellington's lovely windy days. You'd have thought by now I'd learn to put my hair back!<br />
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<br />Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10560774986079141727noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9154868623546829074.post-90772381941883722592015-10-25T19:34:00.001+13:002015-10-25T19:34:26.511+13:00Muse TahiHappy first birthday to <a href="http://sewingmuse.com/" target="_blank">Muse Patterns</a>! <br />
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I've been testing again! When Kat first mentioned this <a href="http://sewingmuse.com/products/tahi-skirt-and-shrug" target="_blank">pattern combo</a> to me, I was there. I love shrugs and I thought this one would be great to go over my concert dress to replace the very old tie front cardi I was using. As for the seam detail on the skirt, I was sold, please let me test, please, please!<br />
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<b>The shrug</b><br />
This is great for stash busting, it uses such little fabric and is so easy to put together too. That easy that I forgot I was testing and completely forgot to read the instructions - oops!<br />
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I made the version with 3/4 sleeves. Honestly it is the simplest thing to make. Stitch the shoulder seams, insert the sleeves, sew up the side seam and sleeve seam in one go, hem the sleeve cuffs an then attach the binding around the raw edges and away you go!<br />
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I used less than a metre of fabric. My version gapes a bit at the back of the neck and the binding seems to be tight at the bottom of the back. I think this is really my fabric choice, trust me, trying to find notches cut in this fabric is nigh on impossible!<br />
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Now wearing this over my concert dress, I ideally would need to pin the front of the shrug to the straps on my dress, since it's a strappy dress. I can't be showing skin to all and sundry in concerts. I don't have a photo of this yet. However, with anything else I love the shape. I think it looks great over everything else. At most, an additional inch on the front would be good, but anything more than that is getting in the realms of FBAs and SBAs. As it is, this style suits everyone.<br />
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The details</b></i><br />
<b>Fabric: </b> Black fluffy fabric received from a swap from <a href="https://acharmofmagpies.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">A Charm of Magpies,</a> one of our WSNB-ers<br />
<b>Notions: </b> Thread and some cotton tape to stabilise the back of the neck.<br />
<b>Pattern: </b> Muse Patterns, <a href="http://sewingmuse.com/products/tahi-skirt-and-shrug" target="_blank">Tahi Shrug</a>, size 40<br />
<b>Changes made:</b> None <br />
<b>First worn: </b> For photos here at Truby King Gardens in Wellington with the Tahi Skirt and a <a href="http://nikkisstitches.blogspot.co.nz/2015/06/please-let-me-introduce-ninacarralindy.html">Belcarra</a> made in June. <br />
<b>Another one/recommendations: </b>This is a great pattern, definitely recommended even if you just want something quick and easy to make up. I've a feeling more could be on the cards for me. It comes with four different sleeve options, to cover all seasons. I've just taken mine away on holiday and it was worn every evening out!<br />
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The skirt</b><br />
Ok, so the skirt. Those seam lines on the front, they were what drew me to this pattern. Just look how simple yet effective they are. I made this out of minimal fabric and even my pattern placement required quite a bit of pattern Tetris. I had to place the centre seamed piece at 90 degrees to the grain. It was just not possible any other way. Oh, and before you ask, the plain simple A-line skirt just wasn't an option!<br />
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To be honest I love how this shows on the final skirt. I reckon it was an inspired choice!<br />
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I thought the corner seaming detail on the front would also be really difficult but no, follow Kat's instructions and you'll be fine and dandy. Honestly, they are so easy, it's frightening just how easy they are. <br />
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The problem I had was with the zip... Due to the lack of fabric I decided to omit the centre back seam and use a side seam zip. Silly girl I forgot Kat has said all seams bar that centre back seam are 3/8ths. You try putting in a lapped zip with 3/8th seam allowance! Fortunately after ripping the zip out I realised that I'd cut too large a size and could easily take in 5/8ths seam allowance. Zip woes averted! It's still not perfect because I played around with the seam afterwards to get the skirt to fit but I was testing the pattern and was uncertain of my size. I cut a size 40 if that helps, since I'm between sizes. So I went up a size as I thought it would be quite fitted. <br />
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The instructions are really clear, I even followed the instructions to the letter for the zip. This is something I'd normally just go, lapped zipper, ok I know what to do!<br />
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I'm also shorter than Kat and ended up cutting about an inch and a half off the bottom. Personal preference for length also intervened. <br />
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This is going to make a great casual skirt in my wardrobe. I'm working out what I could use to make a fancy posh one, perhaps something floaty which needs lining in the long flared version?<br />
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The details</b></i><br />
<b>Fabric: </b> Tan coloured cotton drill, a remnant from <a href="http://www.evansofmasterton.co.nz/" target="_blank">Evans of Masterton</a>, April 2015, I had 90cm of 150 wide! <br />
<b>Notions: </b> Thread, metal dress zip and waistband stiffening <br />
<b>Pattern:</b> Muse Patterns, <a href="http://sewingmuse.com/products/tahi-skirt-and-shrug" target="_blank">Tahi skirt</a>, size 40, which I took in.<br />
<b>Changes made:</b> I removed the centre back seam and put the zip in the side seam, and shortened it. <br />
<b>First worn: </b> To Fabric-a-Brac here in Wellington, with my Belcarra, made in June. Photos here in Truby King Gardens <br />
<b>Another one/recommendations: </b> Like the shrug, this is another great pattern from Kat. The drafting and the instructions are really great. The corner seaming is so much easier than it looks and it's just so effective. I certainly quite like the idea of something long and floaty... Just check out that maxi floaty version on the <a href="http://sewingmuse.com/products/tahi-skirt-and-shrug" target="_blank">website</a>.<br />
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Kat gave me this pattern for testing purposes. All comments and opinions are my own.</div>
Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10560774986079141727noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9154868623546829074.post-40282799611422606262015-10-18T19:04:00.000+13:002015-10-18T19:04:17.659+13:00Rosie ESPThis is another of my pattern swaps from Indie Pattern Month from The Monthly Stitch. This second swap was for a printed pattern.<br />
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As the rules stated the pattern had to be from a company I'd never tried before and certainly Decades of Style are new to me. At the time, I didn't really know what I was going to make it out of, until I went shopping with Mel, Kat and Jenna, at the beginning of July and the rest they say is history!<br />
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So having never made one of these patterns before, I thought it best to make up a muslin of the bodice. Good plan - bust darts too high, front waist darts too long, bodice about 1/2 inch too short and with this, personally I found the front neck too high and the back neck too low - what a lot of changes!<br />
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The darts were an easy job, but the neckline was going to bit that bit more difficult with raglan sleeves and the facing. I didn't work it out mathematically, I just extended the back neckline and shortened the front. I think the tops of sleeves ended up being diagonal, but hey, can you see it when it on? Nope. I've not changed it drastically, just enough to make the neckline more comfortable for me. To be honest, it probably amounts to about half an inch off the front and added to the back (not a great deal). There are darts at the neck for the sleeves which give the shoulder shape. As for the facing, I didn't actually cut that until I'd got the neck as I wanted it.<br />
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To be honest, I hardly followed the instructions at all. The instructions tell you to attach the front skirt to the front bodice and same with the back and then stitch the whole side seam. Nope, I made up the bodice, then attached the skirt in one piece.<br />
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My invisible zipper was a nightmare. For some reason the second side all puckered and I had to redo the zip - I hate unpicking zips! It's not perfect now, but with this fabric, you can't see it. Oh and then when I put it on, the top of the back was gaping! ARGH! So I ended up unpicking 3-4 inches at the top of the zip so that I could take in the excess which was about 3/4 inch each side! I am aware that my head tends to sit forward, but this was more to take in than usual. However, it now lays flat!<br />
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Troubles and issues aside, I bumbled through them as usual. If you want someone who redrafts something from scratch because the fit isn't perfect - don't look to me. A bit of adjustment here and there never hurt anyone! Famous last words! :-) I'm not sure if the bodice is intended to a bit more fitted, but I actually like this as it is and I reckon I've got a great dress which also has pockets!<br />
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I finished the seams using my overlocker and was really lazy and even finished the hem using the blind hem stitch on my machine! I know shock horror, I didn't hem it by hand! :-)<br />
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<b>The details</b><br />
<b>Fabric:</b> Orange and red rose cotton and rayon (I think) from the Fabric Warehouse, July 2015.<br />
<b>Notions: </b>Thread, an invisible zip and interacing for the facings.<br />
<b>Pattern:</b> Decades of Style, <a href="http://www.decadesofstyle.com/products/no-101-the-e-s-p-dress" target="_blank">ESP dress</a> from the Decades Everyday Collection, size 40 which was actually too big once I'd made it up.<br />
<b>Changes made:</b> Bust darts lowered by 3/4 inch, bodice lengthened by 3/4 inch. I kept the front waist darts the same length, so the top end of these were lowered. The front neckline was lowered by half inch, and the back neckline raised by the same.<br />
<b>First worn:</b> For these photos after Fabric-a-Brac, in Truby King Gardens.<br />
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<b>Another one/Recommend:</b> Once I had sorted out my fitting, I actually found this dress really quick to make. My fabric choice is perfect, the dress feels floaty and girly. Once the warmer weather comes, I suspect this dress will got a lot of wear. I would certainly recommend it. The pattern itself comes in a zip lock bag and is made with really nice thick paper. I don't know if I'll make another yet. The pattern is great and the raglan sleeves are a really nice different touch. I might be tempted! Bother, perhaps I should have redrafted that neck properly... Oh well.<br />
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<br />Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10560774986079141727noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9154868623546829074.post-79754352792618633302015-10-06T20:27:00.000+13:002015-10-06T20:27:50.405+13:00Jo Sharp fitted cardigan<style type="text/css"></style> <br />
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I tended to knit it in fits and starts. I'd get loads done and then I'd want to sew something which then took priority. I did have a couple of moments when I realised I'd somehow managed to decrease too many stitches and had to unpick loads of it to get back to where I could count the stitches again. (I've not had enough knitting practice to be able to count and pick up stuff easily.) I constantly forget how to increase stitches and I found the <a href="http://www.twistcollective.com/collection/component/content/article/92-how-to/1046-make-1-left-or-right-m1-m1l-m1r" target="_blank">Twist Collective</a> really helpful for this. I tried to make one right and left for the back, but I have to say one of them I got holes, so I didn't use that method for the front.<br />
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<b>Yarn:</b> Turquoise <a href="http://www.rareyarns.co.nz/knitting-wools-yarns-patterns.php?category=5" target="_blank">Rare Essentials</a> yarn Double knitting/8ply from <a href="http://www.mademarioncraft.co.nz/" target="_blank">Made Marion</a>, August 2014 I think! It's 80% alpaca and 20% merino and really love to knit with. I used 11.5 50g balls for size 39.5".<br />
<b>Notions: </b>Thread and buttons, also from Made Marion<br />
<b>Pattern:</b> Jo Sharp fitted cardigan, view <br />
<b>Changes made:</b> None, I'm not clever enough for that!<br />
<b>First worn:</b> Probably at home one day, but here for photos in Rotoura at the North Island Sewing Meet by an appropriate tree!</div>
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<b>Another one/recommendations: </b>I certainly recommend the pattern. Even if you're a beginner knitter, it's really easy to knit up and the fit is great. I love the length of the cardigan and the 3/4 sleeves. This has had a fair bit of wear already. I love it. </div>
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Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10560774986079141727noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9154868623546829074.post-63553700874634931122015-09-06T21:17:00.000+12:002015-09-06T21:17:14.737+12:00A leafy Salme flounceOK, so I'm two months late in blogging about this dress and even though <a href="https://thecuriouskiwi.wordpress.com/2015/07/05/a-japanese-miette-surprise/" target="_blank">Mel</a> gave you a taster, I still didn't get the post written. Sorry, not sorry. Life is life and sometimes it just takes you by surprise.<br />
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And so, for Indie Pattern Month, The Monthly Stitch did a pattern swap/round robin. Another member of The Monthly Stitch Collective was given my details and they would buy me a pattern from an Indie Pattern company I'd never used before, I in turn would buy patterns for someone else. I received both a PDF and packaged pattern. This is the PDF pattern. It's the flounced dress from Salme, something I'd never ever thought of buying. It's obvious that others see more in patterns than I do!<br />
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I made up the muslin of the bodice quite quickly, but it needed some alterations and by the time I'd fixed it, and made those alterations, it was way past New To Me week of IPM. I did actually finish the dress in time for the catch up week at the end of July, but getting around to writing the blog post - yeah well. I've made far to many excuses and I really don't need to.<br />
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The fabric I bought from the Fabric Warehouse here in Wellington some time ago. It was bought with the intention of making a Pauline Alice Alameda dress, but when I received this pattern, this fabric was just perfect. The Alameda will need to wait and can be made in something else. :-) <br />
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So the muslin, the bust darts were too high (this is usual) and the hips were too tight. So I moved the darts down, about an inch and a quarter. Seriously they were really high up. For the hips I think I initially added about two and a half inches, but took this in once I'd made up the bodice and tried it on.<br />
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This is where I deviated from the instructions. The skirt is a circle skirt and the instructions say to attach the front skirt to the front bodice and the same to the back. Then to sew up the side seams. I made up the bodice, took in the side seams around the hip, then cut the skirt pieces after. So I stitched the side seams on the skirt and attached the skirt to the bodice that way.<br />
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So this is my first Salme pattern and although I had a couple of fitting issues (to be expected) I really enjoyed the make. The pattern and instructions were clear and easy to follow. There were pictures to keep me happy. Admittedly it's not really a difficult make, but even so, I felt it was clear and easy to follow.<br />
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<b>Fabric:</b> Linen with orange leaves from Fabric Warehouse, I think bought at the end of January 2015. I used a fine white cotton for the facings.</div>
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<b>Pattern:</b> <a href="http://www.salmesewingpatterns.com/products/digital-sewing-pattern-flounce-hem-dress" target="_blank">Salme Flounced Hem dress # 156</a></div>
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<b>First worn:</b> For afternoon tea with a view at One80 (a hotel restaurant) with <a href="https://thecuriouskiwi.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">Mel,</a> <a href="https://macskakat.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">Kat</a> and <a href="https://rubydust.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">Jenna</a> ( as a possibly unimpressed young Fox!) Photos here after across the road at the boat sheds.<br />
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<b>Another one/recommendations: </b>I certainly recommend the pattern. The dress is a great make and really easy to wear. I don't know if I'll make another - too many other fab patterns to make up. But I am certainly happy with the dress. I feels really girlie, but it's great for wearing out to dinner, there's room to eat! :-) <br />
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Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10560774986079141727noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9154868623546829074.post-64613170303669124262015-06-28T21:27:00.000+12:002015-06-28T21:46:57.045+12:00A Bouquet of BelcarrasI've made a few Belcarras recently, but hey why not when they are easy to make and the fit is great? So here's another! There's not much to say, so I'm going to let the photos do the talking. A picture paints a thousand words so they say...<br />
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This is my bouquet of Belcarras made in June...<br />
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I think this must have been the worst of the lot to make, but knowing the pattern made it a whole lot easier, but yes, I was swearing sometimes!<br />
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This fine polyester something came from Fabric-a-Brac sometime ago, I think, although it might have been a WSBN swap. I'm sure I bought it because I loved the pattern, I can't imagine I'd have bought it for the fabric! :-) Cutting out was a pain, I tried both using scissors and my rotary cutter. I'm still on the fence as to which was the best.<br />
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Lots of pins, use lots of pins with fabric as fine as this. Don't leave anything to chance. It was really odd sewing with see-through fabric too!<br />
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All the seams on this one are finished using French seams. Yes it means you can see the seams on the raglan sleeves, but with this fabric it was better.<br />
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The cuffs took a while, I inadvertently cut one the wrong length then wondered why it was too big! I finished the underside of the cuff using my overlocker.<br />
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The bias binding around the neck had to be pieced adding to the difficulty of adding to the blouse, but I'm pretty happy with the result.<br />
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<b>Notions: </b>Thread.</div>
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<b>Pattern:</b> <a href="http://www.sewaholicpatterns.com/belcarra-blouse/" target="_blank">Sewaholic Belcarra</a>, view A, size 12.<b> </b><br />
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<b>First worn:</b> The middle of June for the <a href="http://www.lianza.org.nz/article/lianza-childrens-book-awards-2015-winners" target="_blank">LIANZA Children's Book Awards</a>. Worn here for photos in Carrara Park, Newtown with a <a href="http://nikkisstitches.blogspot.co.nz/2014/06/yep-im-sewaholic-fan.html" target="_blank">Sewaholic Gabriola</a> made a year ago.<br />
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<b>Another one/recommendations: </b>Need I go on? How many times have I said how great the pattern is? Yeah OK, broken record time. I'll just shut up ;-)<br />
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Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10560774986079141727noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9154868623546829074.post-43773593547284809942015-06-27T22:02:00.000+12:002015-06-27T22:18:48.795+12:00Ninacarralindy the 2ndThis is the second version of the outfit I put together a couple of weeks ago, the Ninacarralindy, aka the StyleArc Nina cardigan, Sewaholic Belcarra and Itch to Stitch Lindy Petal skirt.<br />
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This is now my third Nina cardigan, the first made in May. And if that doesn't say anything about how good the pattern is, I don't know what does! I honestly don't know what to say that's different! I cut it out one afternoon and made it up the next!<br />
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This version drapes really well. This third one I made from some black merino, and the drape is so much better than the other two versions. It's also so easy to wear. I've lost count of how many times I've worn it since making it!<br />
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<b>Fabric:</b> Black merino, from <a href="http://www.levanafabrics.co.nz/" target="_blank">Levana</a>, May 2015.</div>
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<b>Notions: </b>Thread and some tape to stabilise the shoulder seams and back of the neck.</div>
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<b>Pattern:</b> <a href="http://www.stylearc.com.au/stylearc/index.php?option=com_virtuemart&page=shop.product_details&flypage=flypage.tpl&product_id=495&Itemid=47" target="_blank">Style Arc Nina Cardigan</a>, size 12</div>
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<b>Changes made:</b> None<br />
<b>First worn:</b> Middle of June at some point for work. These photos taken at Truby King Gardens in Wellington</div>
<b>Another one/Recommendations:</b> I've made three in the space of around six weeks, surely that says something? Not enough of a hint? OK, this pattern is fab. Quick and easy to make up and so easy to wear. I'm sure this is not my last, although I might have a break for a bit and make something different up!<br />
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The Belcarra top, another great pattern. This is my third one of these and I think actually my favourite. Number four has been made and no doubt another will find it's way into my wardrobe.<br />
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I thought I would ring the changes slightly with this version. I made up view B, which has the tucks on the shoulders. I'm really pleased how these turned out. I don't have one of those fancy edging feet for my machine, so I actually put drafting tape on my machine and line the fabric up against that. It works a treat and is so much cheaper than a machine foot!<br />
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The fabric is a really soft fine cotton which I got from Spotlight. It's one of those rare treats that you find if you look carefully! I like it! It's also the perfect fabric for this top.<br />
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<b>Fabric:</b> Pale blue cotton lawn from <a href="http://www.spotlight.co.nz/" target="_blank">Spotlight</a>, Kaiwharawhara, Wellington, April 2015.</div>
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<b>Notions: </b>Thread.</div>
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<b>Pattern:</b> <a href="http://www.sewaholicpatterns.com/belcarra-blouse/" target="_blank">Sewaholic Belcarra</a>, view B, size 12.</div>
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<b>Changes made:</b> None<br />
<b>First worn:</b> About the middle of June. </div>
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<b>Another one/recommendations: </b>Yep, this is recommended. The pattern is easy to make up and the fit is great. I really like this version, but it's been too chilly to wear it recently :-( Never mind, the shortest day has now gone and we can look forward to the summer! I know we've still got some grotty weather months to come... Back to the matter in hand - yes, this pattern is great, quick to make and easy to wear dressed up or dressed own.</div>
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Finally, it's time for Lindy Petal skirt number 2. I made the first one of these at the end of May, I knew another one was needed and I went on the hunt for some fabric. The WSBN went out for high tea with a bit of fabric shopping included and I found this great black with a kind of texture to one side. I'm not sure it shows up in the photos though.</div>
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I lengthened the skirt by about an inch this time, but I still like the length and it's certainly not indecent!</div>
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<b>Fabric: </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">Black double knit with a texture on one side</span><b> </b>from the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Fabric-Warehouse/251975710004?fref=ts" target="_blank">Fabric Warehouse</a>, May 2015. Sorry, the fabric won't photograph well for a close up!</div>
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<b>Notions: </b>Thread and knitted elastic for the waistband. </div>
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<b>Pattern: </b><a href="http://itch-to-stitch.com/product/lindy-petal-skirt-digital-sewing-pattern-pdf/" target="_blank">Itch to Stitch Lindy Petal skirt</a>, size M</div>
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<b>Changes made: </b>Lengthened by about an inch.<br />
<b>First worn: </b><span style="font-weight: normal;">I couldn't resist wearing as soon as it was made. I think I finished it the day before these photos at Truby King gardens here in Wellington.</span><br />
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Do I really need to say how fab the pattern is? It's a fantastic
pattern, so easy to put together, clear instructions. The finished skirt
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<span style="font-weight: normal;">This means I've also managed to make up something for the last week of <a href="https://themonthlystitch.wordpress.com/2015/06/22/let-the-one-pattern-two-takes-contest-begin-june-22nd-28th/" target="_blank">The Monthly Stitch Indie Pattern Month</a>, except I've done three patterns two takes :-)</span><br />
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This is the new Paprika Patterns Jade skirt. The pattern was suggested by <a href="https://macskakat.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">Kat</a> after she saw how the Lindy Skirts fitted me. It didn't take long for that eftpos card to open up the webpage and type in the numbers! (A take on a phrase shamelessly borrowed from <a href="http://crazygypsychronicles.blogspot.co.nz/" target="_blank">Juliet</a>!)<br />
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I've not made anything from Paprika Patterns, so this is completely new to me. I really couldn't wait to make this up. Those pleats on the front were just calling me and saying make me, make me! How could I resist such a call from a pattern ;-)<br />
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My printed pattern pieces didn't completely line up, but it didn't make any difference to the making up of the skirt. The front pattern piece is cut as a single piece and then pleated. Just check out this pattern piece!<br />
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The pleats are actually really easy to make up. The fabric I chose was a sturdy double knit and the pleats were easy to make up. I watched the free video on the website and just went for it. Each pleat is the same depth, I think it was 1.5", so out came the tape measure and I checked the pleats that way. As long as you remember to pleat from the bottom, you shouldn't have any problems at all. The pattern suggests using different coloured pins to identify each pleat. If you have pins with coloured heads, I recommend this.<br />
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The pleats are held in place by a zig-zag stitch along the length of the pleat on the underside attaching it to the lining at the same time. So you end up with a criss-cross of zig-zag lines on the back of the lining.<br />
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From here I diverted from the instructions. I didn't want to line the whole skirt, so just lined the front. I attached the back piece down the side seams, just about to the hem, then hemmed the back by hand then finished sewing the rest of the side seam. It made the side seam finish nicer.<br />
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At this point, as the pattern suggests, I tried the skirt on. Mm, I'm not sure what had happened. It was too tight around the bum and the waist enormous! So I let out the hips as much as I possibly could and also took in the waist by about an inch. This meant that the waistband was drafted incorrectly. It's quite curved and the curve is meant to be on the side seam and having taken in the side seam... The problem here is that if you follow the instructions, you would have already applied the interfacing to the end of the waistband for the zip. I had to cut off my interfaced section as the waistband was now too long.<br />
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I decided to go for the exposed zip option. One side of this took three goes. I had the correct length zip, but when I attached it to the skirt there was a big gap at the top, I'd cut the correct length in the back piece, so I had to attach a hook and eye at the top of the waistband. The zip is also attached differently to other exposed zips I've sewn. It's actually attached with right sides together like a seam and folded over. When I've sewn these before they've just been attached on the top. I personally think it would look better just attached on the outside. <br />
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I have worn this skirt a couple of times, but it's not working currently, it just keeps falling down! I have to keep hitching it up. The pattern does have an option to add elastic in the waistband. I recommend this completely. I attached my waistband down by hand, instead of stitching in the ditch. I think I will unpick my hand sewing and attach knit elastic to the waistband to see if I can get the skirt to stay up better. It is meant to sit just below the waist, but this just doesn't sit properly at all! And as soon as I walk a little way, it starts falling down.<br />
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I could probably talk for a while about issues I've had, but these are the main issues I've faced. This could just be me and the shape of my body!<br />
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<b>Fabric:</b> Blue-grey double knit from <a href="http://oamarusilkcentre.com/" target="_blank">Oamaru Silk Centre</a>, June 2015. You do need the 1.5m of 150 wide, I've only got small pieces left.</div>
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<b>Notions: </b>Thread, a small amount of interfacing, a hook and eye and a trouser zip for the exposed zip.</div>
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<b>Pattern:</b> <a href="https://www.paprikapatterns.com/shop/jade-skirt/" target="_blank">Paprika Patterns Jade skirt</a>, view B. I cut a straight size 6. Although the finished waistband is way more than the 30" stated on the pattern for this size. </div>
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<b>Changes made:</b> I only lined the front, so hemmed the back, then attached it to the front. The side seams were pressed to the back.<br />
<b>First worn:</b> This last week some point!</div>
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<b>Another one/recommendations: </b>Mm, I still really like the pattern, but I have reservations. I'm actually tempted by making another one, but will likely cut almost a size 5 for the waist an grade out to a 7 for the hips (I have 42" hips and 32" waist). I will also most likely leave off the exposed zipper. I suggest leaving cutting the waistband until you have made up the skirt and sewn the side seams. That way you're more likely to have the correct size waistband. I also recommend elastic in the waistband to help it keep shape and size. The whole thing was sewn on my normal machine, no overlocking in sight!</div>
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Oh and excuse any strange faces in these photos, it was raining and cold! However, I have managed to make this up in time for the <a href="https://themonthlystitch.wordpress.com/2015/06/15/let-the-new-to-me-contest-begin-june-15th-21st/" target="_blank">New to Me</a> week on The Monthly Stitch!<br />
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Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10560774986079141727noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9154868623546829074.post-85612546213172423852015-06-13T09:27:00.000+12:002015-06-13T09:34:58.380+12:00Please let me introduce Ninacarralindy!So I changed my job about four months ago and now I work at home half the time, so as much as I love to wear dresses, now it's got to the winter, all I want to wear are comfy and warm separates. Cue knit fabrics and easy to wear tops!<br />
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Enter... the StyleArc Nina cardigan, Sewaholic Belcarra and Itch to Stitch Lindy <br />
Petal skirt, hence the title Ninacarralindy - like it?<br />
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<b>StyleArc Nina cardigan</b><br />
I made this up for the first time in <a href="http://nikkisstitches.blogspot.co.nz/2015/05/nina-in-red.html">May</a>, it's a great pattern and can be cut out and made up really quickly. I think I can now cut it out in about an hour and a half and can sew it up in about 3 hours! That's a quick made and instant gratification!<br />
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StyleArc patterns come from Australia. When you look through the images on their website, there are just line drawings, but some items on the website do have photographs of made up versions once you click through. When ordering the patterns, you just order your size. These are not multi-sized patterns. They come in a clear wallet and also include a small sample of the suggested fabric which I think is a nice touch.<br />
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The pattern pieces include seam allowances. The instructions are brief. There are certainly not lots of images to keep Nikki happy! However, this cardigan is simple enough even I can make it up without lots of images :-) The sleeves are attached, followed by the sleeve and side seams in one go. Next the bottom section is attached followed by the collar. Easy!<br />
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I made the whole cardigan on my overlocker and also finished the edges with my overlocker too. I liked this part on the pattern as the pattern pieces state BabyLock the edge, and of course I have a BabyLock overlocker. Only the best for me and Style Arc!<br />
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<b>Fabric:</b> Navy blue cotton jersey knit from the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Fabric-Warehouse/251975710004?fref=ts" target="_blank">Fabric Warehouse</a>, January 2015.</div>
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<b>Notions: </b>Thread and some tape to stabilise the shoulder seams and back of the neck.</div>
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<b>Pattern:</b> <a href="http://www.stylearc.com.au/stylearc/index.php?option=com_virtuemart&page=shop.product_details&flypage=flypage.tpl&product_id=495&Itemid=47" target="_blank">Style Arc Nina Cardigan</a>, size 12</div>
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<b>Changes made:</b> None<br />
<b>First worn:</b> Beginning of June for these photos. I reckon this will get a lot of wear though. It's a bit cool for the winter but come the spring it'll be in regular wear, I know!</div>
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<b>Another one/Recommendations:</b> I completely recommend this pattern. I love it so much, I have now made three of these cardigans! It's easy to make up, all the notches match perfectly and the drafting is really good.<br />
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This is another really quick make. I first made this pattern around <a href="http://nikkisstitches.blogspot.co.nz/2015/04/snakeskin-belcarra.html">Easter</a> from a really fine fabric. This one was a whole lot easier to make up as I used quite a stiff cotton fabric. There wasn't quite enough fabric and I toyed with the idea of adding a contrast hem and cuffs. Discussing it with members of the WSBN I left it all the same fabric and just used a plain fabric as bias binding for the hem and neck so it didn't tie me down so much with matching other separates with it.</div>
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Sewaholic instructions are great. Clear and easy to read with lots of lovely images. This was actually the first time I've bought a Sewaholic PDF pattern, which was perfect for this, since there are not lots of pages to print and stick together! It certainly saved me from using that fine thin tissue which Sewaholic patterns use.</div>
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<b>Fabric:</b> Flowered cotton remnant from <a href="http://www.evansofmasterton.co.nz/" target="_blank">Evans of Masterton</a>, April 2015.</div>
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<b>Notions: </b>Thread and navy blue cotton from stash for bias binding.</div>
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<b>Pattern:</b> <a href="http://www.sewaholicpatterns.com/belcarra-blouse/" target="_blank">Sewaholic Belcarra</a>, view A, size 12.</div>
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<b>Changes made:</b> it's been shortened by about an inch because I ran out of fabric.<br />
<b>First worn:</b> Beginning of June for these photos! </div>
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<b>Another one/recommendations: </b>More pattern love. The Belcarra is easy to make up, easy to wear and can be made dressy or casual. There are so many options for fabric matching, ie cuffs, pocket, etc. I can make these up so fast now and the fifth one is planned!</div>
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So I've surpassed myself, I've actually made up three separates! This pattern was released at the beginning of May as a free pattern. Not one to turn down freebies I went to check it out. Wow! What a great surprise. It was my perfect comfy winter skirt. I've got an old RTW knit skirt which is now beginning to lose its shape. This is the perfect replacement! </div>
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I actually cut this out in an hour and then made it up in about three. All done in one day! I've lengthened it by an inch and a half just to make it more work friendly, particularly with the petal front (I'm about 5'6"). The whole skirt was made up in my overlocker. I used my normal machine to attach the waistband down and to sew the double hem at the bottom. The fit is great. The waist bad has knitted elastic encased in it to give it a lovely snug fit. Even so this skirt is great if you've had a big meal! It's also really good for rolling up if I go away for work as well as being so comfy for working from home in. I honestly have no complaints at all, anywhere!</div>
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<b>Fabric:</b> Grey double knit with a herringbone pattern from the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Fabric-Warehouse/251975710004?fref=ts" target="_blank">Fabric Warehouse</a>, May 2015. Sorry, the fabric won't photograph well for a close up!</div>
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<b>Pattern:</b> I<a href="http://itch-to-stitch.com/product/lindy-petal-skirt-digital-sewing-pattern-pdf/?utm_source=Itch+to+Stitch+Newsletter" target="_blank">tch to Stitch Lindy Petal skirt</a>, size M</div>
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<b>First worn:</b> As soon as I'd made it up at the end of May! I just couldn't help myself. It's certainly going to get a lot of wear. </div>
<b>Another one/Recommendations:</b> Ahem, well if you want pattern love, look no further! OK I'm gushing but do I care? Nope, not a bit! I guess not everyone would like this skirt, but if it's your kind of skirt go get it! Easy to make, easy to wear, what else can a girl want? My second one has already been made up and is in regular wear!<br />
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And all made conveniently in time for <a href="https://themonthlystitch.wordpress.com/2015/06/08/let-the-separates-contest-begin-june-8th-14th/" target="_blank">The Monthly Stitch Indie Pattern Month Separates</a> week.<br />
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This if you haven't guessed is the Muse Patterns Gillian dress. Yes I know it's from the creative mind of my great friend Kat from the WSBN, but honestly I am NOT biased. Just read the reviews elsewhere on the Interwebs and you'll believe me!<br />
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I decided to use the red contrast as the blue flowery knit is quite a fine knit and the red gives it considerably more stability where it needs it. Even though I had two completely different knit fabrics, they work really well together.<br />
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I cut this out at the beginning of May and it went together so quickly. Kat's instructions are clear and easy to follow. I got a bit confused with the waistband to begin with, but I was suffering from the beginnings of lurgy and probably my head wasn't really thinking straight! Looking at the instructions now, they make perfect sense and I think a really novel way of creating the waistband with the gap through which to put the tie through. The instructions have lots of images - you all know by now how much I like images! Pictures, give me pictures!<br />
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I didn't really know what length to cut, I went with the longest version and am completely happy with it. It is the perfect length to me, I'm about 5'5', sorry I think that's about 165cm in new money. I wasn't completely sure how long the skirt would be, the pattern states the top length and the skirt length. I wasn't completely certain if this translated into the length of the skirt for the dress as well, but this is the perfect length. Since this is also a knit, I didn't worry about the cup size. This Muse pattern is for a B cup, which certainly isn't me, but, this works. I didn't show it, but this wrap dress does not gape - yay!! Oh and the best bit about the bodice - the gathers onto the yoke.<br />
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This pattern has three sleeve lengths, I went for the 3/4 elbow length sleeves. I love this length sleeves. They are perfect in my mind. <br />
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<b>Fabric:</b> Plain red knit and blue floral knit from the <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Fabric-Warehouse/251975710004?fref=ts" target="_blank">Fabric Warehouse</a>, January 2015.</div>
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<b>Notions: </b>Thread and some tape to stabilise the shoulder seams.</div>
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<b>Pattern:</b> <a href="http://sewingmuse.com/products/gillian-wrap-dress" target="_blank">Muse Gillian dress</a> size 38, I'm actually between sizes, so went for the smaller one, this is a perfect fit. </div>
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<b>Changes made:</b> None<br />
<b>First worn:</b> Middle of May, I couldn't help but wear it as soon as I'd made it! These photos were taken at the end of May when it was a wee bit chilly!</div>
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<b>Another one/Recommendations:</b> I completely recommend this pattern. The drafting is fantastic, the instructions are clear and easy to follow. Oh and did I say it fits perfectly with no gape? I already have another planned, so watch this space.</div>
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Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10560774986079141727noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9154868623546829074.post-21468967652528544342015-06-01T20:00:00.000+12:002015-06-01T20:00:53.466+12:00Purple Papercut LovePapercut love? I reckon this pretty much hits the spot!<br />
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This is <a href="http://papercutpatterns.com/products/clover-dress-by-brooke-tyson" target="_blank">Papercut's Clover</a> dress. This wasn't one of those patterns which jumped out at me, until <a href="https://macskakat.wordpress.com/2015/03/11/the-hummingbirds-and-clover-dress/" target="_blank">Kat </a>made hers and I tried it on... Yep, that was it, I had to have one too! A bit of encouragement and enabling from Kat, Mel and Sandra and I somehow ended up with some viscose in a carrier bag from Spotlight! That was a couple of months ago, but it didn't actually get cut out and made up until the middle of May. Great, I have a dress ready for week one of Indie Pattern Month - Dresses :-) Such planning - yeah right!<br />
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I cut somewhere between a small and medium. Kat's was a small and I decided that since I have a slightly larger bust than her, I would would cut it just that wee bit bigger.<br />
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The pattern? Like all Papercut Patterns it is well drafted and with clear instructions. Admittedly this pattern is not difficult. It is really easy to put together, but half of this is due to the great instructions with great images from Katie at Papercut. She definitely knows how to write up pattern instructions. I think I got this pattern made up in a couple of days, plus hanging to let the hem drop.<br />
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The seams I stitched on my machine and finished on my overlocker using cream thread. The thread I used on the machine is dark red/purple to match the fabric. I suddenly realised when I came to stitch the centre front that I had some cream lace! Oops, dark thread will show. OK, so I actually changed the thread in the machine just for the lace in the middle. I didn't do the whole seam in cream, since I'd started sewing it already! One tip for sewing lace - lots of pins. Trust me, it will save you a whole lot of heartache!<br />
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I didn't actually check the length before hemming, but this dress needs a belt and I kind of guessed how much to hem it up. it looks OK, but I probably could have made it a bit shorter. So it's now in my sewing room to be shortened!<br />
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<b>Fabric:</b> Burgundy/purple and cream viscose from Spotlight, March 2015, cream lace for the insert which was gifted from <a href="https://thecuriouskiwi.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">Mel</a>. I reckon it works perfectly, and I know what she's used her lace for...</div>
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<b>Pattern:</b> <a href="http://papercutpatterns.com/products/clover-dress-by-brooke-tyson" target="_blank">Papercut Clover</a>, size S/M</div>
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<b>Changes made:</b> I lengthened the skirt by about 6 inches. It is quite short on the pattern!</div>
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<b>Another one/Recommendations:</b> I definitely recommend this pattern, it is really simple to put together. The fit is easy and worn with an elasticated belt is great for those times when you might just have eaten a wee bit too much! I would love to make another one and might just do that!<br />
<b>Worn here:</b> At Sandra's housewarming party. I put an RTW top under to keep me warm, as it was pretty cold out
there and yes, if you hadn't guessed the wind was blowing (well this is
Wellington!) A lot of photos ended up with my hair like this! Note to self: tie hair back in Welly wind!<br />
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Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10560774986079141727noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9154868623546829074.post-15337400856415714812015-05-23T20:30:00.001+12:002015-05-23T20:30:11.730+12:00La Sylphide #2 the monochrome versionI made my first Papercut Patterns <a href="http://papercutpatterns.com/collections/dresses/products/la-sylphide" target="_blank">La Sylphide</a> last year from some <a href="http://nikkisstitches.blogspot.co.nz/2014/10/autumnal-la-sylphide-in-spring.html">quilting cotton</a>. This monochrome fabric has been in my stash for some time and one day last year the <a href="https://thecuriouskiwi.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">Curious Kiwi</a> and <a href="https://macskakat.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">Modern Vintage Cupcakes</a> came round and played Miss Bossy on my stash. This was one of the projects they bossed me to make! How could I let them down?<br />
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The fabric is perfect for a La Sylphide, it's a lovely drapey viscose. Perfect for the bow and the circle skirt. I really love how different my two versions of the same pattern are completely different. Yes I know this is a really simple comment when the fabrics are so different, but I don't care!</div>
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My first dress I made no changes but decided that it would be a good idea to do an FBA to help the bodice fit better. Now there is not a great deal of difference between my high and low bust but an FBA helps with this bodice where there is just a waist dart. I think I possibly did a 2cm FBA, it might even have been a wee bit less than that. The bust dart created is small, but it's just enough to ensure the bodice fits better and has that little bit extra shape where I need it.<br />
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The width of this fabric also meant that the skirt is very much about the fullness of the original pattern too. I did lengthen the skirt patterns by about 6 inches. Consequently it's full and swishy! :-)<br />
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<b>Fabric:</b> Black and cream viscose from Bishop's Stortford market, UK, bought September 2011</div>
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<b>Notions: </b>Thread, interfacing and buttons </div>
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<b>Pattern:</b> Papercut Patterns <a href="http://papercutpatterns.com/collections/dresses/products/la-sylphide" target="_blank">La Sylphide</a>, size M</div>
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<b>First worn:</b> To work in Sydney, the week after Easter, photos here on our lower deck at home. Worn here for tea with the WSBN girls and an addition at <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/The-Little-Teapot/1513718272179617" target="_blank">The Little Teapot</a> in Wellington (for more see my next post...)</div>
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<b>Another one/Recommendations:</b> I really do love this pattern and made up in viscose, it's so feminine and floaty. I love it. I think I might be tempted to make another and it's actually relatively fast to make up too.<br />
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Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10560774986079141727noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9154868623546829074.post-19254053961051424442015-05-17T22:02:00.001+12:002015-05-17T22:02:23.299+12:00Nina in red...It all began with my fellow WSBN friend <a href="https://ninavirgoblog.wordpress.com/2014/11/14/hello-my-name-is/" target="_blank">Nina</a>... She has made so many of these I just has to copy since I love a longer length cardi... And, oh my! I have found pattern love! Trust me, this is lurve!! ;-)<br />
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I bought this pattern printed and just couldn't wait for it to come through the post. I'd bought the fabric before the pattern - oops! Style Arc patterns have little instructions. They are quite brief with few pictures. Now for those who know me, this is hard, I'm a pictures kinda gal and if you're pattern instructions don't have images, well I'm generally not interested... Saying that, this is NOT a difficult pattern to make up!<br />
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Now if you've not made a Style Arc pattern, you are in for a treat. I'm not the most careful of people when it comes to notches, etc on pattens and these patterns are drafted so well. Everything lined up to perfection, I had no strange overhangs at the end of seams, no out of place notches. I was definitely impressed. I think I made this up in an afternoon! That's quick for me!<br />
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The whole cardigan was put together on my overlocker. I used my machine to attach binding tape to the shoulder seams and back of the neck and I used the double needle to finish the cuffs. I also used the overlocker to edge the front drape. Reason why? The pattern says to "BabyLock edge" Quite convenient that I have a BabyLock really :-)<br />
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<b>Fabric:</b> Red jersey knit from the Fabric Warehouse, January 2015.</div>
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<b>Pattern:</b> <a href="http://www.stylearc.com.au/stylearc/index.php?option=com_virtuemart&page=shop.product_details&flypage=flypage.tpl&product_id=495&Itemid=47" target="_blank">Style Arc Nina cardigan</a>, size 14</div>
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<b>First worn:</b> Middle of April sometime. As soon as I'd finished it, it had to be worn! Worn here for photos at Fabric-a-Brac last weekend with a RTW top, Stepalica Zlata skirt (a gift from <a href="https://flossieft.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">Sandra</a>) and shoes from Overland.</div>
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<b>Another one/Recommendations:</b> Yep definitely. Another is already cut out and ready to make up.
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Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10560774986079141727noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9154868623546829074.post-1942201885587342432015-05-09T20:53:00.000+12:002015-05-09T20:53:31.715+12:00Sewaholic Davie DressI finally jumped on the Davie bandwagon. I actually jumped on the bandwagon pretty much as soon as it was released, but haven't blogged it until now. I finished the dress just before Easter, yes, it's taken me that long!<br />
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And so... As you can probably tell from the photo above, I've had some issues with this pattern. It could be the fabric I chose to use, it was a relatively cheap jersey knit from Pete's Emporium in Porirua. Well it was purple, you see...<br />
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When I first made the pattern up, I showed the photo to Mel and Sandra from the WSBN. They suggested I take it in above the bust to take account of my full bust being lower than the pattern is designed for.<br />
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The trouble is the armscye was already low and by the time I'd taken in the seam it became even lower! It's definitely obvious when I wear it without a belt as the fabric drags the dress even lower.<br />
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I was very lazy, I did not topstitch the seams, I actually made the whole thing up on my overlocker and also cut the centre back seam on the fold. I did topstitch around the cut out on the centre front to finish it off. I did consider sewing a button here, but have left it.<br />
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<b>Fabric:</b> Purple jersey knit from <a href="http://www.petesemporium.co.nz/" target="_blank">Pete’s Emporium, Porirua</a>, bought March 2015, I used less than 2m of 150cm wide. </div>
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<b>Pattern:</b> <a href="http://www.sewaholicpatterns.com/davie-dress/" target="_blank">Sewaholic Davie</a>, view A, size 12</div>
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<b>Changes made:</b> I cut the centre back on the fold, didn't topstitch the seams and slightly adjusted the princess seam for my own bust.<br />
<b>First worn:</b> Sometime around Easter with a jumper underneath - it was cold! I took these at the beginning of Easter.</div>
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As you can probably tell, I'm definitely in two minds about this dress. To be honest I don't mind it on, but I need to remember a belt and a cardi or jumper underneath. Too much underarm showing for my comfort!</div>
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Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10560774986079141727noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9154868623546829074.post-68352047142816880692015-05-06T20:54:00.000+12:002015-05-06T20:54:24.508+12:00Me Made May 2015A bit late signing up to the party even though I posted a couple of photos on Instagram and Twitter at the weekend. I'm officially using this post to sign up for Me Made May 2015. The last time I joined <a href="http://sozowhatdoyouknow.blogspot.co.nz/" target="_blank">So, Zo</a> in one of these parties was for Self-Stitched September in 2011!<br />
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I, Nikki, from Nikki's Stitches, will wear at least one me-made garment each day throughout May 2015.<br />
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I'll be posting weekly updates on Instagram and Twitter (<a href="https://twitter.com/1107nikki" target="_blank">@1107nikki</a>) and will do a complete post here on my blog at the end of the month.<br />
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Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10560774986079141727noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9154868623546829074.post-89726116774455329902015-04-14T20:00:00.000+12:002015-04-14T20:05:34.436+12:00Snakeskin BelcarraI’d had it in mind to make a Belcarra some time ago, but I never bought the pattern and consequently never really gave it another thought, until I saw this fabric…<br />
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I was a-wandering back from work one day and thought I’d check out the button wall in Pete’s Emporium in Porirua. Well I kinda ended up looking at fabric too and found this fine polyester crepe stuff with a snakeskin pattern and tiny black velvet-y feeling dots. I just cried out to me and said Belcarra.</div>
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So I bought the PDF pattern that evening. It’s the first Sewaholic PDF I’ve bought. I’m not a fan of printing out and sticking together umpteen pages, but I decided I could cope with 26 pages.</div>
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It is such a quick make. I stuck the pattern together one evening, then on Good Friday while Mr N was out playing golf, I made it up. Yep, you heard me, made it up and finished it all in one day. Slowcoach me finished something in one day!</div>
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After finding that I’d cut out a lot of Sewaholic patterns a size too big I cut a size 12. I hoped this was going to work. I have this thing about pull-on tops and once they are made up whether they are big enough to put on (I obviously have such a big head!). I needn’t have panicked, it fits perfectly.</div>
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I love the shape of this top with the raglan sleeves. I finished all seams bar those around the cuffs with French seams. (This is also another reason why I’m surprised I finished it in one day – it’s all French seams!) The seam around the cuffs I finished using my overlocker.</div>
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It is a really easy quick pattern to make up. There’s no shaping in the form of darts, only basic shaping on the side seams, so the only seams are the raglan seams, the shoulder and side seams.</div>
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I thought the binding around the neck wasn’t going to work with this fabric, but the velvet polka dots helped to stabilise the fabric and I had no problems! It was actually a dream to sew up!</div>
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<b>Fabric:</b> some non-descript polyester crepe from <a href="http://www.petesemporium.co.nz/" target="_blank">Pete’s Emporium, Porirua</a>, bought March 2015, I think I used about 1.5m </div>
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<b>Pattern:</b> <a href="http://www.sewaholicpatterns.com/belcarra-blouse/" target="_blank">SewaholicBelcarra</a>, view A, size 12</div>
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<b>Changes made:</b> None<br />
<b>First worn:</b> To work in Sydney, last week! Worn here with my self-drafted pale green pencil skirt. Sorry for the non-smiling photos - the sun was actually quite bright!</div>
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<b>Another one/Recommendations:</b> Oh yeah, I really like this! Another pattern to add to my Sewaholic collection. I don’t really consider myself a pear shape, but Sewaholic patterns really do suit my figure and wardrobe needs.</div>
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I really recommend the pattern, it’s quick and easy and can be made up in any type of soft woven fabric to get a different look. I love this version made in a floaty crepe, but it will work perfectly well in a cotton voile or lawn.<br />
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And since my insides are so lovely, I reckon this counts towards <a href="https://themonthlystitch.wordpress.com/category/insideout/" target="_blank">The Monthly Stitch Inside Out </a>month from March.<br />
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Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10560774986079141727noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9154868623546829074.post-84608336562889603162015-04-03T21:41:00.001+13:002015-04-03T21:41:58.441+13:00Well it's nearly autumn...I made a thing - well a skirt to be precise. This linen fabric I got from a Fabric-a-Brac last year. I actually think it's fabric from a friend who was de-stashing at Fabric-a-Brac!<br />
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The colour isn't quite as bright as in these photos. I think it must be a combination of the bright sunny day we at when the photos were taken and the green bushes in the background.<br />
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The pattern is a RTW knock-off. I bought this grey wool skirt from Marks & Spencer in the UK probably about six years ago. It's always been a favourite skirt to wear and I thought this linen would be the perfect fabric to copy it. <br />
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I used the basque from an old Prima pattern and shortened it by a couple of inches. Then pleated the skirt pieces onto the basque. Yes I did everything the cack-handed way, so I attached the skirt to the basque before measuring the tucks at the bottom! I know it would have been easier to do the tucks first, but I didn't know how long I wanted the skirt to be and it seemed easier in my mind to do it this way around.<br />
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The hem was stitched on the machine as it actually has a long hem which extends up to the bottom tuck. I used a lapped zip for the side seam.<br />
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And... er that's about it! It takes a lot of patience and trial and error to work out those pleats around the top of the skirt.<br />
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<b>Fabric:</b> An orange linen from <a href="https://fabricabrac.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">Fabric-a-Brac</a>, October 2014 <br />
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<b>Pattern:</b> The basque for the skirt is from a very old Prima pattern and the overall skirt design is a RTW knock-off, it's basically self-drafted from the RTW skirt.</div>
<b>First worn:</b> To afternoon tea with some of the local sewing bloggers at <a href="https://flossieft.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">Sandra</a>'s house, where these photos were taken.<br />
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<b>Worn with:</b> A Colette Sorbetto, made in 2011, blogged <a href="http://nikkisstitches.blogspot.co.nz/2011/09/geometric-sorbetto.html">here</a>.</div>
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<b>Verdict:</b> Well I'm happy with it. The basque may be a wee bit big, as it doesn't sit on my waist, but I'm love this skirt. It's easy to wear and actually goes with quite a lot of things in my wardrobe. The only thing I wish I had done was to line it, since it's difficult to wear with a slip as sits on my hips. I might still add some lining and attach it to the bottom of the basque.</div>
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And this is the kind of photo that happens when a friend is taking your photos and you move while they're taking them! :-)</div>
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Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10560774986079141727noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9154868623546829074.post-84585548270758604392015-03-16T21:40:00.001+13:002015-03-16T21:40:55.583+13:00An outfit in oneOk, so nearly a month since my last post, but do I care - well no, not really. Life is life and if it gets in the way of sewing, etc, then there's nothing I can do. Sorry, not sorry!<br />
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I've started a new job and it's completely different. Apart from when I'm going out to visit customers, most of the time I'm now actually working from home, so my clothing needs have changed somewhat. Mind you, that hasn't stopped my wearing my dresses at home so far! Plus as well as a need for more relaxed clothing when I'm at home, I don't have set hours, which means less time for sewing.<br />
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We've had a pretty warm, dry summer here in Wellington and the need for cooler clothes influenced my choice of items to sew here. A brown linen straight skirt and sleeveless blouse, perfect for warm dry days. <br />
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I don't think there's really loads to talk about, so I shall let the photos do the talking. The skirt is from my self-drafted pencil skirt block and has a side zip. I made one in a pale green stretch cotton just over a year ago (never blogged.)<br />
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I bought this brown linen years ago in the UK to go with another patterned/sequined linen, but that hasn't quite happened. I just needed a skirt and the fabric fit the bill.<br />
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As for the blouse, this is another iteration of <a href="http://nikkisstitches.blogspot.co.nz/2014/03/twirly-tanias.html" target="">New Look 6598</a>, which I made last year (I've just realised I never blogged about it!) The fabric is a quilting cotton from a quilting shop here in Wellington which closed down over a year ago. I made the same changes as last time, which was to use bias binding for the armholes rather than attach facing. I think this works a lot better and lays flatter.<br />
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I love the shape of this blouse. Sleeveless means it's cool and I love the fact there's no collar. It has darts in the front and back for minimal shaping, and the ties on the back give it that bit more shape.<br />
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I spent ages thinking over the colour of button to use, going first with the dark pink, but eventually going for the orange. The dark pink buttons were shiny and stood out too much. I think these matt finish orange buttons look much better.<br />
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<b>Fabric:</b> Skirt: Brown linen from Goldhawk Rd, London, bought September 2011 (a definite stash buster). Blouse: Quilting cotton from Piece by Piece, Marsden Village, Wellington, bought 2013?<br />
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<b>Notions:</b> Thread, zip, interfacing and buttons</div>
<b>Pattern:</b> Skirt: self-drafted pencil skirt. Blouse: <a href="http://www.simplicity.com/p-2369-misses-tops.aspx" target="_blank">New Look 6598</a></div>
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<b>Changes: </b>The skirt pattern is mine to play with as I want! The blouse, I made bias binding for the armholes rather than use facing.<br />
<b>First worn:</b> Together, these were worn to a WSBN meet in town where we checked out the cab of the AirNZ 737 outside Te Papa!<br />
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Photos taken here at the waterfront and also near Made on Marion. Thanks to two of my WSBN crowd taking the photos.</div>
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<b>Worn with:</b> Pumps from Overland! Yes I like that shop!</div>
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<b>Another one?</b> I probably will make another of these blouses. It's so easy to make and really comfy to wear. As for the skirt - most likely. A short straight skirt is really useful to have in my wardrobe.</div>
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<br />Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10560774986079141727noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9154868623546829074.post-78439712969152301562015-02-18T08:23:00.002+13:002015-02-18T08:23:26.692+13:00Felicity goes on a picnicI've been pattern testing! When the call went out for testers for this dress from my fellow kiwi, it sounded like it was perfect for me "a breezy summer dress with a gathered neckline, all-in-one yoke pockets on your choice of a gathered or 3/4 circle skirt and finished off with bias binding at the neckline and armholes."<br />
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Having not made one of Jennifer's patterns up before I made up a muslin of the bodice. I cut a 16 and it fit straight out of the box! My luck was in!<br />
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My initial thought was to use a floral fabric, this dress would look beautiful in a floral cotton lawn. Unfortunately my luck wasn't in here, there was nothing in my stash. I ended up using this navy/white gingham and chose a navy blue for the bias binding.<br />
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If you have never made up any of Jennifer's patterns, you need to. You're in for a real treat. They are really well drafted. I think we're past the days of pages not quite matching when you cut and tape together, so that certainly isn't an issue. The cutting layout is clear. The instructions are really clear too. The only part I found a bit difficult was inserting the lapped zipper following Jennifer's method. I honestly don't think this would be an issue for many. I've been sewing lapped zippers a particular way for nearly 20 years, my mind just couldn't remove my method and let me concentrate on the pattern instructions. I will say I've tried the instructions since on a different dress and all was good - my mind must have been having an odd day. I think Jennifer is also planning to do a photo tutorial for her lapped zipper method on her blog in the near future. All the other instructions are brilliant with great illustrations and wording in a logical order and I followed these to the letter.<br />
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The gathers for the front are gathered to a paper template, knotted at each end of the gathers and then the binding attached at a later stage. I think when I first made it up, I didn't knot the ends in the correct place. My neckline was really saggy, not helped when I added the bias binding made from a fine cotton voile from stash.<br />
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So, I unpicked the bias binding, unpicked the gathering threads and restitched the gathers again, ensuring they were pulled a bit tighter than the template to allow for loose knots. I then attached a thin piece of fusible interfacing before reattaching the bias binding. Since testing the neckline has been raised slightly, so it should all be good now.<br />
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I love the pockets on the skirt, the drafting here is great. They are just made from a single piece of fabric folded in half. I decided to add binding to the edges of my pockets, before basting them to the waist and side seams of the skirt. I decided the gingham was a bit too much with the changes in pattern direction and this binding really helps to soften that. I really like how this turned out. It wasn't difficult to do.<br />
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My fabric was only 90cm wide, I was determined to make the circle skirt version, so I actually put a seam down the front of the skirt. Can you see the seam? Nope, neither can I - I am the master of pattern matching...<br />
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<b>Fabric:</b> Navy blue/white gingham cotton from <a href="https://fabricabrac.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">Fabric-a-Brac</a>, October 2014, navy cotton voile from stash for the bias binding. I think I used about 3.5m of the 90cm wide gingham.</div>
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<b>Notions:</b> Thread, a small strip of interfacing and a dress zip </div>
<b>Pattern:</b> <a href="http://www.jenniferlaurenvintage.com/2015/02/new-pattern-release-felicity-dress.html" target="_blank">Jennifer Lauren Vintage Felicity dres</a>s<br />
<b>First worn:</b> Actually to cocktails with the WSBN, but worn here for a picnic in Otari Wilton's Bush<br />
<b>Changes made: </b>I added binding to the pockets and inserted the zip differently.<br />
<b>Another one/Recommend? </b>I love this dress and I've actually worn it so many times already. My fabric choice was perfect. I love how the bodice and neck sit and I'm a sucker for a circle skirt, even in the windy Wellington wind :-) It's a really simple pattern to make up and really quick for instant gratification. Jennifer drafts her patterns for a D cup which is perfect for me, although my girls don't sit quite so high and if I was being really honest I could give myself a wee bit more space lower down in the bodice. This is a standard adjustment for me, so anyone else, you'll be fine. I don't know if I'll make another one, I've a pile of patterns waiting to be made up, but I'm not saying never, since I love the style and shape of the dress.<br />
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<br />Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10560774986079141727noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9154868623546829074.post-85903068722422464412015-02-13T22:38:00.003+13:002015-02-13T22:38:55.177+13:00Non-loud trousers...I seem to have made a name over the last year for making loud golf trousers for Mr N, well these aren't loud!<br />
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Mr N needed more everyday trousers, as he'd kind of worn out his other RTW pairs.<br />
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I got this fabric from The Fabric Warehouse back in August (I think). It's black bull denim. The fabric is thick, but I actually really enjoyed sewing it. I only broke one needle too!<br />
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The pattern is the usual pattern I've used to make the loud golf trousers, <a href="http://voguepatterns.mccall.com/v8719-products-13666.php" target="_blank">Vogue 8719</a>.<br />
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I made my normal changes. Graded out a bit for the waist, I changed the in seam side pockets to slash pockets using the pattern pieces I've drafted myself. I also left the flaps off the back pockets and made those pockets larger so that Mr N's wallet fits! A man needs room for his wallet! :-)</div>
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Since the denim is so thick, I decided to use a cotton to line the pockets and the waistband. I thought this with the ties on would be fun, not that you can see the pattern much on the waistband or inside the pockets. To contrast with that fabric I used beige top-stitching thread to attach the back pockets and along the top of the pockets.</div>
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There's not really much more to say about these. I made these as a Christmas present for Mr N so he had no idea what I was going to do. They are slightly long in the leg, so I think I'll have to take them up a bit, but otherwise he's definitely happy with his new everyday trousers/jeans.</div>
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<b>Fabric:</b> Black bull denim from the Fabric Warehouse for the main trousers, tie print quilting cotton for the pocket and waistband lining from <a href="http://www.mademarioncraft.co.nz/" target="_blank">Made Marion</a></div>
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<b>Notions:</b> Thread (everyday sewing and top-stitching), interfacing, metal jeans zip and a button for the waistband</div>
<b>Pattern:</b> Vogue 8719 view B<br />
<b>First worn:</b> When we went on holiday at New Year<br />
<b>Changes made: </b>Graded out the waistband, created slash pockets for the front (self-drafted pattern pieces) and enlarged the back pockets.<br />
<b>Another one/Recommend? </b>I certainly recommend the pattern, this is the fifth time I've made it up now. I'm getting quite an expert at fly zips now :-)<br />
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So I'm a bit late to the party, but I think these count towards the <a href="https://themonthlystitch.wordpress.com/2014/12/07/announcing-the-first-challenge-of-2015/" target="_blank">Monthly Stitch Denim month</a>!<br />
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Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10560774986079141727noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9154868623546829074.post-89458274978337910222015-01-21T19:31:00.000+13:002015-01-21T19:31:16.698+13:00Sewaholic YaletownI can't think of a fancy title for this post, so tough, you're getting a title telling you what it's about. Call a spade a spade me...<br />
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So if you haven't guessed, I've made up the Sewaholic Yaletown. I bought the pattern not long after it was released. I just took a while to find the fabric to make it up. During my successful trip to The Fabric Store where I got my Pretty Flamingo fabric from my last post, I also got this blue crepe. The fabric is perfect for this dress, it has a great drape, but, it was a nightmare to sew!<br />
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OK, so where to start. I decided to cut a 14, mainly based on my body measurements. The dress is meant to be loose-fitting, so this seemed the best size. I think in hindsight I'd have done better to cut a 12. It's ended up quite loose-fitting! I didn't make up a muslin, it didn't seem worth it for a make like this.<br />
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The pattern is a really easy make. It's certainly not difficult and Tasia's instructions are so clear.<br />
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I hemmed the sleeves with a rolled hem. Just check this out!<br />
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Slight cheating. I was going to hand sew the rolled hem, but that looked awful. So I decided to try something I'd done before. Fold over the hem about 1cm, then sew a short narrow zig-zag stitch so that it just catches the edge of the fold. Trim the excess fabric when done and, voila - one perfectly rolled hem. [Yes I know I could have done it on my overlocker, but I didn't have blue thread for it and really just wanted to get it done!]<br />
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All the seams are straight stitched on my regular machine and then overlocked to finish them.<br />
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This was the finished dress! Just a wee bit big.<br />
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Checking with my WSBN guys the suggestion was that as well as too big, the bodice was too long. So I unpicked the waist seam, took out the elastic. I straightened off the side seams of the bodice, which meant I had to loosely gather the skirt onto the bodice before I attached it again, shortening the bodice by an inch. This has helped the "blousing" effect slightly, but I think it's still a wee bit too big.<br />
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The waistband is really easy to deal with. It's stitched with a normal seam allowance, then that is pressed down and stitched again to form a casing for elastic - great for those large meals! Or even high tea, which was the first outing for this dress!<br />
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I might catch the wrap front down so that it lies flatter. At the moment I think it gapes, but I'm looking down on it, it might not look like that from the front.<br />
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However, one great thing - it's a wrap dress that's drafted really well and doesn't gape when I lean forward!<br />
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And... it has pockets!<br />
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<b>First worn:</b> High tea at James Cook Hotel with some lovely sewing friends last Sunday<br />
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<b>Worn with:</b> Shoes from Overland (quickly becoming my fave shoe store!)<br />
<b>Changes made: </b>I straighten up the bodice and shortened it by about an inch (2.5cm)<br />
<b>Another one/Recommend? </b>I certainly recommend the pattern, it's well drafted and quick/easy to make up. I wasn't thinking I'd make another one, but I've got some fabric which would make a great Yaletown blouse, so perhaps I might and cut a smaller size!<br />
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Thanks to <a href="https://rubydust.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">Jenna</a> who wielded my big girls camera along Lambton Quay on Sunday by the fab <a href="http://www.sculptures.org.nz/tours/lambton/invisible-city" target="_blank">Invisible City sculpture</a>, where in theory anything is possible when a friend is just snapping away...<br />
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I'm happy though, this is a great dress and makes me feel really girly as the fabric just drapes so well!<br />
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Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10560774986079141727noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9154868623546829074.post-7459532860549165882015-01-08T21:01:00.001+13:002015-01-08T21:04:06.927+13:00Pretty flamingoI made this in December and haven't got around to photos. Well you know, life. Sorry, not sorry.<br />
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I saw the fabric in The Fabric Store last August and knew straight away how I wanted to make it up. It was just one of those fabrics which spoke to me straight away.<br />
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After the success of my teal Pendrell, I've been meaning to make another one for some time. I originally intended to make view A as before, but then decided that was feeling lazy and really couldn't face making up that double sleeve with the pleats - as cute as it looks! View B is just too frilly for me, I'm just not into all those gathered layers, so found inspiration from this <a href="https://starryfishathome.wordpress.com/2012/07/17/sewaholic-pendrell-summer-6pac-third-item/" target="_blank">blogger</a> when I was looking at various Pendrell images on the Interweb. That decided it, View B without the top gathered frill. It was the perfect choice.<br />
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I decided the size of my previous <a href="http://nikkisstitches.blogspot.co.nz/2013/10/i-got-teal-first-oh-no-you-didnt.html">Pendrell</a> was a wee bit too big. I really should go with my instincts and trust the pattern sizing. I think last time I cut halfway between the 14 and 16, then ended up taking in the side seams so they were 3/4" seam allowance. This time I cut it the same and ended up sewing 3/4" Princess seams and 5/8" side seams. I'm sure I could possibly still take it in more, or possibly just cut a straight 14. The fit is certainly better this time though.<br />
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There's not really a lot else to say, it went together really quickly, it helps having made a pattern before! The seams this time were finished on my overlocker - I love my new Baby (Lock)!<br />
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So that's about it, I'll let the photos do the talking this time!<br />
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<b>Fabric:</b> Flamingo printed cotton voile from <a href="http://www.thefabricstore.co.nz/" target="_blank">The Fabric Store</a>, August 2014.</div>
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<b>Pattern:</b> <a href="http://www.sewaholicpatterns.com/pendrell-blouse/" target="_blank">Sewaholic Pendrell</a> View B<br />
<b>First worn:</b> Actually when I went on a wee jaunt to Sydney before Christmas, but worn here between Christmas and New Year, on the beach at Mt Maunganui, near Tauranga in the Bay of Plenty.<br />
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<b>Worn with:</b> A RTW skirt I got from Kathmandu (an outdoor store here in NZ)<br />
<b>Changes made: </b>I left off the top frill and also shortened it by about 3/4 inches. <br />
<b>Another one/Recommend? </b>I certainly recommend the pattern, it's well drafted and quick/easy to make up. I think I will probably make another one for the reasons above and I've got some lovely Thai silk that would look fabulous as View A!<br />
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Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10560774986079141727noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9154868623546829074.post-79580961412006309022014-12-02T22:57:00.000+13:002014-12-04T21:17:41.859+13:00Anna and Victoria go to teaLook! I made a jacket (oh and another dress)!!<br />
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The jacket is the By Hand London Victoria blazer. I've not made a jacket and really needed a light jacket for the summer. This was intended to be a wearable muslin and I think it worked.<br />
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The pattern is actually really easy to put together. It is designed to be relaxed and has a LOT of ease. There is about 9" (18cm) of ease around the bust, so I decided to go down a size, which would give me about 7" of ease.<br />
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The problem I had was my old lady arms which are obviously larger than they need to be. I ended up with tight sleeves and had to let them out a wee bit. I managed to let out the seam by about 3/8" which has helped, but it's not ideal.<br />
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A couple of things I don't agree with, the patterns states that there's no need to finish the seams on the lining or shell, I've overlocked the seams to the shell and the lining has French seams. I just feel as if I've made an effort doing this. I don't like throwing things together!<br />
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The jacket doesn't have a facing, the lining is attached to the edge of the jacket and the collar is attached to that. My fabric choice means that it doesn't lay very flat. I need to steam the whatsits out of it so it will lay flatter. I might even stick a couple of catch stitches in too.<br />
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As to my fabric choice... Ha ha, well the black shell is actually an old long black concert skirt of mine which I grew out of a few years ago. I decided it was perfect to try out this pattern. There wasn't enough to cut the back piece on the fold, so I gave it a centre back seam. I don't think this detracts from the jacket at all, in fact I really like it! I think the black fabric is a kind of viscose. It does crease, I have to use a warm iron, not a hot iron to press it and erm (no I haven't done a burn test on the remains! The lining is a shot purple/blue lining fabric which I used to make a Simplicity jumper dress about a month ago (not get blogged about). So it's all made from leftovers! My kinda make.<br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">Ha ha, this was the only photo I could find of the original skirt. This was the early 90s!</span></div>
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Next time, I think I'll have a play around to make the sleeves bigger and also line the sleeves. I don't really like attaching the lining to the armholes and I honestly think they would better lined. I'm not convinced by the cuffs either. They are attached with a French seam to the sleeve and personally I think my fabric has ended up making these a bit bulky. I might consider a different way another time.<br />
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As for the dress... I really don't think this needs much more introduction. It's another Anna dress. With the V-neck front. I forgot to lengthen the bodice and it really could do with an extra half inch, but I'm quite happy with it. I have noticed though that where the boat neck version fits nicely, the v-neck bodice has a tendency to gape. Anyway, this is the 3rd time I've made the dress as a whole and the fourth time I've made the bodice up (one bodice made for my Gabrianna dress). I just love this pattern, It's great if you're feeling a bit meh and can't be bothered, as it's quick and easy to make up and is so easy to fit.<br />
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Blazer - Viscose? from an old black concert skirt. Lining left over from another make, but from Fabric Warehouse</div>
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Dress - Cotton from Fabric Warehouse early November (it didn't make it to stash!)</div>
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<b>Notions:</b> Thread, and a zip and some interfacing for the dress. </div>
<b>Pattern:</b> <a href="http://byhandlondon.com/products/victoria-blazer" target="_blank">By Hand London Victoria Blazer</a> and <a href="http://byhandlondon.com/products/anna-dress" target="_blank">By Hand London Anna Dress</a><br />
<b>First worn:</b> Sunday to the WSBN 2nd birthday party at Martha's Pantry in Wellington, photos taken by <a href="http://thecuriouskiwi.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">Mel</a><br />
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<b>Worn with:</b> Sandals from Mischief a couple of years ago.<br />
<b>Changes made: </b><br />
Blazer - I actually shortened the long length jacket by 3 inches (lack of fabric!) and put a centre back seam again because of a lack of fabric. I didn't put any pockets in the side seams. Otherwise no changes made and I also followed the instructions properly!<br />
Dress - Just realigned the front pleats and shortened them to fit me better. Otherwise no changes.<br />
<b>Another one?</b><br />
Blazer - This was always intended to be a wearable muslin, so I'm pretty tempted to. It's a really comfy jacket to wear, but next time I will possibly make the sleeves better.<br />
Dress - I should think so, I love this pattern! Surely the fact I've made so many says something? <br />
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And I've realised I've managed to make something else in time for <a href="http://themonthlystitch.wordpress.com/category/outerwear/" target="_blank">The Monthly Stitch</a> challenge!<br />
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Nikkihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/10560774986079141727noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-9154868623546829074.post-40899269981090054092014-11-09T08:48:00.001+13:002014-11-09T08:48:08.637+13:00Papercut circles - I'm in loveThis was the first Papercut Pattern I've made and I have to say I'm besotted with this one.<br />
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<a href="http://papercutpatterns.com/" target="_blank">Papercut Patterns</a> are designed and made here in NZ and I can't really believe it's taken me this long to make one up. There will be more Papercut in the future, I promise! Papercut love has made it to this blog!<br />
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If you haven't already guessed, this is their circle top and I made up two in pretty quick succession...<br />
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It's so clever how Katie has drafted this, but conversely the pattern is so simple, a big circle cut on the fold with two holes for sleeves, two sleeves, two cuffs and strips for the binding around the edge. That is it.<br />
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Attaching the sleeves is not a problem. I think the hardest part is actually trying to get the binding around the edge tidy, but fortunately with the knit fabrics it's not obvious that I've not made the best job!<br />
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That's about all I really have to say. The first one I made from this purple and black merino which I got from the Fabric Warehouse pop-up store. I made this true to the pattern. I find the cuffs a bit deep for me, but it's still a fab top to wear. I love the way the stripes work!<br />
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I think it was only about a week later and I happened to be in the Fabric Warehouse - again - oops! I found this mustard/lime green wool. This fabric is so thick and warm. It's lovely. This one, I made the cuffs not so deep and I'm much happier with them that way. This second one went together in an afternoon, all except finishing the binding.<br />
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I was invited down to sew it at <a href="http://macskakat.wordpress.com/" target="_blank">Kat</a>'s and she let me use her overlocker! At the time, I'd never used one and it was such an eye-opener. I loved it. It was so quick and easy for the knit fabric and this pattern. All I needed to do here at home was finish off the binding! Easy, peasy!! But a warning, that binding takes a long time! I think nearly as long to attach that as it does to make the rest of the top!<br />
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<b>Fabric:</b> </div>
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<li>Purple and black striped merino from Fabric Warehouse pop-up shop (November 2013)</li>
<li>Lime green merino wool from Fabric Warehouse, September 2014, this didn't make it to stash!</li>
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<b>Notions:</b> Thread</div>
<b>Pattern:</b> <a href="http://papercutpatterns.com/products/circle-top" target="_blank">Papercut Circle top</a><br />
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<b>Changes made:</b> I made a change to the second circle top to make the cuff shorter. This was just personal preference on my part. On the first one, I top stitched the cuffs down using my double needle to give a tidier finish.<br />
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<b>Worn with:</b><br />
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<li>Purple and black striped merino circle top, cream <a href="http://nikkisstitches.blogspot.co.nz/2014/08/a-tale-of-two-renfrews-and-girl-afeared.html">Renfrew</a>, RTW skirt from M&S (UK), black tights, Everybody pumps (photos taken by Kat sometime in August on Mt Vic)</li>
<li>Lime green wool circle top, pink and green shirt (not blogged about but made last February with my <a href="http://nikkisstitches.blogspot.co.nz/2014/03/twirly-tanias.html">culottes</a>), <a href="http://nikkisstitches.blogspot.co.nz/2014/06/yep-im-sewaholic-fan.html">purple Gabriola</a>, green shoes from Overland</li>
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<b>Another one?</b> Well I've got two of these now, but they are such an easy make, so I'm tempted. I'll see where the mood takes me! I've got a white knit downstairs which I reckon will be perfect for a summery evening one... <br />
<b>Recommend:</b> Oh yes, if you want an easy top to make which can be worn anywhere this is your answer. They are so easy to make and wear. I'm also so happy with how much in my wardrobe these both go with - who says black goes with everything? <br />
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And I can do this with these tops too :-) <br />
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