tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-15547478984104980072024-03-04T20:43:55.976-08:00Stuff I've SewnDinushihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12003166020953096187noreply@blogger.comBlogger49125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1554747898410498007.post-78563244425528514902017-04-02T04:10:00.000-07:002017-04-02T04:11:11.985-07:00Madalynne Simplicity Bralette<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I should have blogged this when I made it over a month ago because now I can't think of anything to say about it...<br />
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The pattern is the Simplicity Pattern 8228 Misses' Soft Cup Bras and Panties, and I used lace from <a href="https://cottonreelstudio.co.uk/">cotton reel studio</a>. It's a lovely pattern, but I trying to make a non-halter neck version because I find this style is always visible through neck openings on tops. Thus came the crossed back hack which didn't even solve this problem!Dinushihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12003166020953096187noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1554747898410498007.post-47890702890855435992017-02-04T15:04:00.000-08:002017-03-05T03:08:20.751-08:00Hand Dyed Wool (Ombre Style)<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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This was my first attempt dyeing wool, though it probably would have been easier to start with a smaller project, I'm currently dyeing 12 balls of wool for a jumper I'm making.<br />
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My wool was an un-dyed, animal fibre mix. For my dye, I used Dylon's 'Burlesque Red', though clearly it's more of a purple colour..,<br />
<i>Dylon (in the extremely likely case you're reading this) you should really show all the shades of your dyes so people know what it looks like diluted! Also that tiny circle of colour on your packaging barely shows the colour off...</i><br />
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Anyway, I attempted to dip dye by dividing the dye into two bowl, one with a strong concentration and the other with a weaker one. It turned out quite well and definitely achieved the ombre affect, however the colour turned out a bit light- perhaps I should have been more precise with my measurements or used a larger dye quantity.<br />
I kept the wool in the dye solutions for just over an hour, but it still didn't come out that strong- I think it's because I dyed outside where it was about 7 degrees. Heat is apparently an important part of the wool dyeing process (according to the small amount of research/googling I did). Though Dylon's only instructions on heat is to soak your solution in warm water, still, I decided to compensate for the cold weather by steaming the dye for a few minutes afterwards by placing it in in a glass bowl on top, heated on the hob, on top a saucepan. In hindsight, I probably should have steamed it from the start and kept the woold/dye warm throughout- oh well! I think I prefer the pastel colours to a bright ones so maybe it'll turn out okay. Watch this space for the jumper...Dinushihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12003166020953096187noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1554747898410498007.post-19874356263386824442017-02-04T14:40:00.001-08:002017-02-04T14:40:56.337-08:00Stowe Bag Tote<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Just a quick lil post about another stowe bag I made (pattern from Grainline Studios), I used a pretty hand printed cotton from India!Dinushihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12003166020953096187noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1554747898410498007.post-65081493586033272792017-01-29T09:28:00.004-08:002017-01-30T08:54:41.814-08:00Schnittmuster Yogaset<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I was pretty excited when <a href="http://schnittchen.com/">Nadja from Schnittchen</a> got in touch about doing a pattern review last year, especially since I had just finished making the <a href="http://stuffivesewn.blogspot.co.uk/2016/02/coatigan-silvia.html">Coatigan Silvia</a>! I chose to make the Schnittmuster Yogaset, but as I was travelling around at the time I lost track of the project and I didn't start sewing this until recently.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The Leggings</span><br />
I used grey jersey for the leggings and cut size 34 for all the pieces, as I'm normally a XS/S. The leggings had a tight, snug fit, though I cut off an inch or two from the hem to make them ankle height.<br />
The leggings are only made from 3 pieces and were a very quick and easy make- which was a relief because when I try to make trousers something always go wrong... <br />
I found attaching the waistband a bit tricky, which involves sewing together 3 layers of fabric, as the jersey kept curling at the edges so I kept skipping layers! I'd recommend basting or serging the two layers of the waistband together before attaching it.<br />
I also serged all my finished seams instead of zig-zaging them like the instructions suggest- just to make the seams more durable in case I do actually use them for yoga/exercise and not just lazing around the house.<br />
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<span style="font-size: large;">The Sweatshirt</span><br />
The sweatshirt has raglan sleeves and a split side hem. I used something similar to a sweatshirt fabric, I'm not sure of it's exact name, and I cut a size 34 which ended up fitting perfectly. This pattern uses 4 pieces, and like the leggings, is pretty simple to make. The instructions are very minimal and include no pictures, and sometimes the wording can be a bit confusing. However as the pattern doesn't have any complicated steps, it's still easy to follow.<br />
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This pattern set also includes a tank top which I am yet to make.<br />
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I would definitely recommend this pattern and I'd say it is suitable for advanced beginners, or any ability really, as long as you have ballpoint needles or an overlocker to work with stretchy fabric.<br />
Plus, it includes 3 patterns that can be used for more than just active wear (I'm planning to make like 5 pairs of black leggings for casual use!). All together, I would say the leggings and sweatshirt took a few hours each to sew, so it could easily be made in a day. I've worn my yogaset around the house all weekend (I'm ill, don't judge) and I can confirm it's as comfy as it looks, plus the raglan sleeves makes arm/shoulder movement feel less restricted.<br />
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<br />Dinushihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12003166020953096187noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1554747898410498007.post-59643697812349332852017-01-15T12:17:00.000-08:002017-01-16T09:34:55.192-08:00Bralettes made from T-Shirts<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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These bralettes were made from old t-shirts using <a href="http://shop.clothhabit.com/products/watson-bra-bikini">Cloth Habit's Watson Bra</a>. I came up with the idea of using old t-shirts after one of my favourites was ruined when a mysterious, large and irremovable stain appeared after staying in a hostel in Thailand (gross). I couldn't bin the white, rainbow-speckled jersey so decided to cut it up and sew it into something else. There's not a lot of options for such a small amount of fabric, and jersey works really well with the Watson Bra pattern. Then, after rummaging through clothes my sister was getting rid off, I found 3 more t-shirts to turn into matching bralette and underwear sets (the last one is yet to be made).<br />
T-shirt underwear sets are economical and green! The only cost was lingerie elastic which are less than a £ per meter (on eBay at least)*, which is pretty good as jersey bralettes in cheap shops like Forever 21 are £10-£15. <br />
So save your money and cut up your old clothes and turn them into new ones! I think this was actually my last year's New Year resolution and I've not really stuck to it, so this year I'm trying again and also trying to buy less or only buying things I really want/need. Good luck to me.<br />
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*Actually one bra uses a hook and eye, but these can be substituted by cutting the bra band on the fold, and instead of cutting out the curved inner edge cut a straight line so the bra band is rectangular. Also I omitted bra rings and sliders. Dinushihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12003166020953096187noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1554747898410498007.post-60471609294427753252017-01-02T05:13:00.001-08:002017-01-13T08:50:00.029-08:00Stowe Bag<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I love this dress, this may be the best thing I've sewn as barely anything went wrong, except the waist line is a little wonky. It's Sinbad and Sailor's Hepworth dress which sadly is no longer available to buy. I made two alterations to the pattern- I shortened the hem and added sleeves (the sleeves were taken from SOI's Anderson blouse) with elasticated cuffs. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">It's taken me a while but I've finally updated my sewing blog for the last 6 months. Now that I'm back in the UK that hopefully means I'll be using this more often. I've also signed up for <a href="http://bluebirdfabrics.co.uk/pages/uk-sewing-blogs-project-sewmystyle-what-is-it">Bluebird fabric's #sewyourstyle</a> and am doing a review for a <a href="http://schnittchen.com/">Schnittchen's pattern</a> which I was supposed to be do back in April, but the pattern arrive while I was in Sri Lanka. Aaand I'll be doing pattern testing for her summer collection but won't be able to post about that until it's released! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I made this Ogden Cami by True Bias months ago but was too lazy to blog it. It's made from silk I bought in Vietnam on a trip to a silk factory, where I got to see how silk was made and even eat a few silk worms... they tasted pretty good.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">This turned out pretty well, expect for a twisted strap which really annoyed me at first but I've accepted it as an endearing quirk. Oh and sewing silk is as tricky as it seems, but I found using double-sided masking tape instead of pins- it helped the fabric to stop moving as much and meant it didn't get damaged with pin holes. I didn't use a special sewer foot or anything, but I'd recommend</span><span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> looking up a few silk sewing tutorials for any first time silk sewers.</span>Dinushihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12003166020953096187noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1554747898410498007.post-75964211569516089232016-06-09T03:06:00.000-07:002016-12-12T03:25:13.663-08:00Evelyn Romper<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">It may not be as fancy as the other beautiful silk and crepe pattern tests popping up on Instagram but I'm happy it reflects my location of Sri Lanka, plus it's perfect for the beach! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">As it was a pattern test I can't do much of a review as it may be updated, but the version I used was surprisingly easy to make and I would definitely recommend it. The difficulty will probably be down to the fabric you use as light, drapey fabrics move around more, also attaching the waistband was a bit tricky. As this is a lingerie pattern you might want to add an inch or two to the hem if you're doing an outdoor version, mine's just for the beach but if it wasn't for the tasselled trim I think my bikini pants would possibly be exposed. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Like always, I used the PDF version of the pattern and it didn't take too long to stick together. Though I ended up having to re-print everything because my first attempt turned out way too small. If you're making these trousers with a non-stretch fabric, as I did, you should go at least one size up (I went up 2). The only other changes I made was that instead of using the ankle cuffs I just made the legs a few inches longer and hemmed the edges before zig-zag stitching on elastic. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">The best part of this was the waist band as it used a technique I hadn't seen before, where you sew on the elastic and then roll the fabric over it, instead of making a casing. Also, the faux fly made it a bit different, though I don't really see the appeal in it and the detail got lost in my baggy version anyway. I also omitted the cord from the waist band.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I would recommend this pattern as it's pretty versatile, oh and they also have a shorts version that would be perfect for PJs. I also have the worst luck with making trousers so I'm just happy these came out wearable! </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">These patterns are both FREE! The <a href="http://www.madalynne.com/sierra-free-pattern-sew-along-and-giveaway" target="_blank">Sierra Bra</a> is from from Madalynne and the <a href="http://clothhabit.com/free-pattern-rosy-ladyshorts/" target="_blank">Ladyshorts</a> are from Cloth Habit. Both are great patterns and come with sew-alongs. The Ladyshorts are pretty easy, the Sierra Bra is a bit more complex, but the comments on her sew-alongs are also really helpful because they're like a mini FAQ section. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">I used stretch lace from <a href="http://www.ebay.co.uk/usr/theplaceforlace?_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2754" target="_blank">theplaceforlace</a> and bra notions from <a href="http://www.ebay.co.uk/usr/stitchbubble?_trksid=p2060353.m2749.l2754" target="_blank">stitchbubble</a> who have their own shops on eBay. The shops are perfect for lingerie-makers and the sellers were both really nice and quick on communication and postage.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">For the lining of the sierra bra I used a black stretch mesh, which is much easier to find and probably cheaper that using powernet. Stretchiness is the most important requirement when choosing fabric for this as the sierra bra comes out quite small (at least mine did) and Madalynne recommends going down a size if you're in between sizes, because if it's too loose you lose all the support. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Also after taking the photos I added elastic to the waist and leg openings of my ladyshorts to give it more support, I'd recommend widening the crotch part for anyone planning to do this too. </span>Dinushihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12003166020953096187noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1554747898410498007.post-63566957811191908492016-02-19T03:18:00.003-08:002016-03-15T11:23:06.021-07:00Watson Bra and Bikini Pant<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Loads of reviews for the Watson bra say it's best for a first bra, which is why I went for it. I think it's because it uses less components than most bras, for example there's no underwire, and the stretch makes it more forgiving if the size is a bit small. I wouldn't say it was easy, bra-making is tricky but it's totally doable. Cloth Habit's sew-along is really helpful and has clear photos and videos. The hardest part of bra making is getting your head around the bra making techniques, which you don't really see in any other aspect of clothes making. Having done them now, I think they would be pretty easy to repeat. For instance, it took me so long to understand how to put a bra strap together and it turned out to be one of the easiest things. I have tiny mistakes all over this bra but they're not too noticeable and not much went wrong. It takes up so little fabric that it's not a pain to start again if things go really wrong. Though one annoying part of bra making is sourcing all the different bits and bobs. Like one shop might sell the right trim elastic but you'll have to go elsewhere for the strap elastic and then find a fabric shop that does powernet, and all of these have to be the right colour... Luckily, there are shops like Sewing Chest that specifically sell lingerie/bra-making bits, also <a href="http://www.blackbirdfabrics.com/" target="_blank">Blackbird Fabrics</a> and <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/TailorMadeShoppe" target="_blank">Tailor Made Shop</a> have some beautiful stuff but P&P for the UK is like £10. Oh and eBay has a pretty good selection of bra findings. Most of these sites sell bra-kits which includes everything you'll need, making it a lot easier but they're often more expensive.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "helvetica neue" , "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">To be honest my opinion of my finished coatigan keeps changing. I think I picked the wrong fabric, I think a lighter colour would have looked better and maybe a lighter-weight wool would've helped the coat keep it's shape. Also, my lapels look uneven, I wish I restitched it because it's such a key part of the coat. Oh well, overall it's not so bad and I'm happier with it now I've removed the top-stitching. I will probably still wear it, but it won't replace my favourite waver jacket. I would recommend this pattern as my problems with it were more with the fabric I chose, and I don't think the style ended up suiting me! The only negative I have is the lack of pictures and details in the instructions, but that would be remedied by a sewalong, which hopefully will be on Schnittchen's (or uploaded by another sewer) blog soon. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Oh and a head's up to anyone else who's broken there button foot, or doesn't have one on their sewing machine, I figured out a way to get around it using a normal sewing foot! Reduce your stitch size to 0 and choose the zig zag stitch (I used to smallest width on my settings) and simply sew the rectangle where you want you button hole. I chalked out a 'H' shape where my buttons should go- the horizontal bars show me when to stop sewing as it's hard to see this over your sewing foot. I used vertical bar to mark the gap in my button hole. I'd definitely recommend trying out making a button hole a few times on scrap fabric before doing it on your shirt! </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">This top was an easy place to start because it had soo much fabric, as the photo shows it was pretty long and baggy- which is one of the reasons I never wore it. I cut off several inches from the bottom of the top and used this to make the sleeves. I then unpicked the side seams and added the sleeves before re-stitching the sides and hemming everything.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">This top was a Frankenstein creation I made using the bodice of <a href="https://thefoldline.com/patterns/hello-sailor-top/" target="_blank">the Fold Line's Hello Sailor Top</a> and shorten sleeves from the Anderson blouse pattern (as mentioned in my last post). Oh and I changed the neckline a bit.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Helvetica Neue, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">I spent ages looking for a sewing pattern worthy of this fabric, but ended up making a simple top because the fabric has enough impact.</span>Dinushihttp://www.blogger.com/profile/12003166020953096187noreply@blogger.com1