tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-34830682385532300462024-02-19T00:51:59.179-08:00Palindrome Dry GoodsSewing tips, tutorials and inspiration for beginner, intermediate and advanced seamstresses.Hannah Arosehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16717716119024064852noreply@blogger.comBlogger135125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3483068238553230046.post-55418884123133533662018-10-15T17:17:00.001-07:002018-10-15T17:17:51.416-07:00Seamwork Magazine's Hayden in Striped Chambray<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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I'm popping in today to share one of my more recent makes: the '<a href="https://www.seamwork.com/catalog/hayden" target="_blank">Hayden</a>' top by <a href="https://www.seamwork.com/" target="_blank">Seamwork magazine</a>. </div>
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I made mine in a size 4. I used the longer version but shortened the length by about 2". Mine is made with <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/620297230/striped-chambray-fabric-1-yard-cotton?ga_search_query=chambray&ref=shop_items_search_3" target="_blank">this</a> striped 100% cotton chambray from <a href="http://thetinthimble.com/" target="_blank">The Tin Thimble</a>.</div>
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There are two versions of this pattern, an updated one, and an older one. I didn't realize there was an updated version, so mine is the older version and it fits me just fine. I will say, however, that I am quite narrow through the shoulders and the chest above my boobs, so I can imagine how this might be too tight for those who aren't so narrow/shallow through these measurements.</div>
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Playing with the stripes and the panels on this pattern was super fun and I like how it turned out. I wanted the stripes to alternate where the side panels were, but I do wish I had matched the stripes on my sleeves better to the stripes on the bodice from and back pieces. I really thought I had placed them correctly, but apparently NOT. Haha, oops.</div>
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All in all, I'd recommend this pattern, dear readers. It was a fun, simple project and the fabric possibilities for this blouse are nearly endless. It has a small button & loop closure in the back, but doesn't have any zippers or complicated closures, which is refreshing to find in a garment from time to time. </div>
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If you're interested, you can find more about this blouse in my Instagram stories under 'recent makes'. Follow me at @palindromedrygoods.</div>
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Thanks so much for reading, everyone. I hope you're all happy and well! We'll see eachother again soon!</div>
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Other details: Jeans are mid-rise skinnies by Levi's. Shoes by Nine West.</div>
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Hey everyone! I'm here this week with another fun, simple, post using my <a href="https://shop.cricut.com/en_us/cricut-maker-machine.html" target="_blank">Cricut Maker.</a> I'll be answering some of the most common questions about the Maker, and then I'll be showing you how to use it to create one of my favorite things to sew: boxy zippered pouches.</div>
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So, let's get to the questions!</div>
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1. Will I use my machine enough to justify the price?</h4>
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Well, that depends. If you exclusively sew garments for adults, then no, you probably won't. If you're someone who likes to venture outside of sewing crafts and enjoy making cards, gift tags, party decorations, and other paper crafts then yes, yes, yes! You will absolutely use your <a href="http://shrsl.com/zkdh" target="_blank">Maker</a> enough to justify the price. If you love to sew for your kids, and love to create smaller crafts, doll clothes, quilts, and smaller housewares like potholders, then the answer is, again, YES. The <a href="http://shrsl.com/zkdh" target="_blank">Cricut Maker</a> is so great for smaller projects. The full collection of beautiful <a href="http://shrsl.com/1788g" target="_blank">Simplicity</a> patterns available through Design Space are magnificent for making kids clothes and accessories. Big into quilting? Cricut thought about you too and partnered with <a href="http://shrsl.com/1788h" target="_blank">Riley Blake</a> to create fan-tas-tic quilt patterns.</div>
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2. What materials can I cut?</h4>
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I LOVE this question. Oh my gosh, you can cut so much. Are you ready? <a href="http://shop.cricut.com/en_us/genuine-leather-black.html" target="_blank">Leather</a>, <a href="http://shop.cricut.com/en_us/felt-sky-sampler.html" target="_blank">felt</a>, paper, fabric (see the questions #3), tissue paper, chipboard, mat board, cardstock AND MORE.</div>
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3. What fabrics can I cut?</h4>
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What fabric <i>can't</i> you cut, might be a better thing to ask. The <a href="http://shrsl.com/zkdh" target="_blank">Maker</a> effortlessly cuts canvas, chiffon, burlap, quilting weight cotton, denim, <a href="http://shop.cricut.com/en_us/genuine-leather-black.html" target="_blank">leather</a>, linen, taffeta, knit fabric, charmeuse, organza, <a href="http://shop.cricut.com/en_us/felt-sky-sampler.html" target="_blank">felt</a>, <a href="http://shrsl.com/178an" target="_blank">vinyl</a>, <a href="http://shop.cricut.com/en_us/glitter-iron-on-sampler-jewel-aqua-eggplant-green.html" target="_blank">iron-on</a> fabric, terry cloth, wool, interfacing, osnaburg, rayon, seersucker, twill, broadcloth, oil cloth, diaper cloth, muslin, toweling and even more. </div>
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If you're accustomed to using a tablet or a smart phone on a semi-regular basis, I think you'd be just fine. Like any new piece of technology or software, learning how to use Cricut's <a href="http://shrsl.com/soas" target="_blank">Design Space</a> takes a bit of practice. I can tell you with confidence that I learned the software easily through some very helpful video tutorials (just type Cricut maker into Youtube and soak in all the info!). I would say that by the third use of my <a href="http://shrsl.com/zkdh" target="_blank">Cricut Maker</a> I felt confident with my ability to create, edit and cut designs. </div>
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When you purchase your Cricut, it arrives with a very nifty little 'starter project' that walks you through the basic steps of cutting, scoring and drawing. This starter project is very helpful and will help get your feet wet. From there, my advice would be to spend a couple of hours playing around and making practice projects to learn all the great features of <a href="http://shrsl.com/soas" target="_blank">Design Space.</a></div>
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I touched on this a bit earlier, but you can make everything from paper crowns for a birthday girl's party to leather cuffs to soft baby clothes. Because the Maker is capable of cutting through so many materials like paper, fabric, <a href="http://shop.cricut.com/en_us/genuine-leather-black.html" target="_blank">leather</a> and mat board, the possibilities are expansive. Handmade cards, party decorations, masks (like I made in <a href="http://www.palindromedrygoods.com/2018/09/easy-diy-halloween-masks-with-cricut.html" target="_blank">this</a> post), doll clothes, women's accessories, purses and hand bags, baby clothes, quilts, <a href="http://shrsl.com/178an" target="_blank">vinyl</a> stickers and decals, and <a href="http://shop.cricut.com/en_us/felt-sky-sampler.html" target="_blank">felt</a> houseplants are just a few of the things I can think of off the top of my head that the Cricut Maker is capable of helping you create. </div>
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Personally, I've made layered fabric <a href="http://www.palindromedrygoods.com/2018/03/make-place-setting-table-mat-with.html" target="_blank">Halloween masks</a>, <a href="http://www.palindromedrygoods.com/2018/03/make-place-setting-table-mat-with.html" target="_blank">placemats</a> for little ones, leather can koozies (post coming soon!), leather clutches, a beautiful <a href="http://www.palindromedrygoods.com/2018/06/sew-versatile-corset-top-with.html" target="_blank">eyelet corset </a>top, and a bevy of birthday cards with my Maker and I know that's only the tip of the iceberg of what I'll use it for.</div>
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The Maker makes such precise, lovely, cuts, which means it saves you time and energy and allows you to get to the fun part: creating!</div>
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Keep on reading to learn how to sew these super handy zippered boxy pouches! </h3>
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Though I'd highly recommend using your <a href="http://shrsl.com/zkdh" target="_blank">Maker</a> to help you create these, you can easily sew them without one.</div>
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This is a great practice project to do with your maker, because all we'll be cutting are rectangles. This is a great way to start getting comfortable with how <a href="http://shrsl.com/soas" target="_blank">Design Space</a> works, how to create a basic shape and how the <a href="http://shrsl.com/zkdh" target="_blank">Maker</a> cuts.</div>
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The finished blue pouch measures 2" tall x 5" long x 3 1/4" wide. The finished black pouch measures 4" tall x 5 1/4 " long x 6 1/2" wide.</div>
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For a pouch the size of the blue one, insert the rotary blade into the <a href="http://shrsl.com/zkdh" target="_blank">Maker</a> and let it cut 1 piece of exterior fabric, 1 piece of lining fabric and 1 piece of quilt batting or interfacing that each measure 11" x 22". For a pouch the size of the black one, cut each of the three fabrics to measure 8.5 x 12.</div>
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Fold the lining fabric up so that you can align the unpinned edge of your lining fabric, and the unpinned edge of your zipper.</div>
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Now align the unpinned edge of the exterior fabric with the zipper and lining. The right sides of your exterior fabric will be touching.</div>
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The picture below is what your piece should resemble. You should have the lining on one side and exterior on the other side with the zipper sandwiched in the middle.</div>
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You should be able to feel the zipper teeth underneath the fabric. Sew closely to the teeth, moving slowly as you go along.</div>
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Thanks so much for stopping by. I hope you'll have as much fun making these pouches as I do. I ahve a variety of them in different sizes for makeup, my hair straightener, shoes, travel needs and office supplies. If you have other questions about the Maker, please ask me in the comments below. I'd be happy to answer!</div>
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<span style="color: #5a524a; font-family: "open sans" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12px;">I used my <a href="http://shrsl.com/so0u" target="_blank">Cricut Maker</a> and the <a href="http://shrsl.com/16efq" target="_blank">Easy Press 2</a> to create the adorable masks in today's post and I'm thrilled to share them with you all. These masks were a fun, easy, sew-jo boosting project. I've been struggling with a vintage McCall's dress pattern, and these masks served as the perfect break. Each mask took me about 20 minutes to make, start to finish and I'm here to show you how you can make them too!</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #5a524a; font-family: "open sans" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12px;">Whether you sew or not, these projects are super easy to create. If you do sew, all you'll need are a straight stitch and a zig zag stitch. If you don't sew, the layers of these masks could easily be attached using fabric glue. Either way, these are a fun, DIY Halloween project to do with or without kiddos.</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #5a524a; font-family: "open sans" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 12px;">Don't be limited by my list! You can make your masks out of pretty much any type of fabric you can think of. In combination with the right blade (the <a href="http://shrsl.com/169mf" target="_blank">knife blade</a> for leather, <a href="http://shrsl.com/169mi" target="_blank">deep point blade</a> for felt, and rotary blade for all the other fabrics) the Maker cut effortlessly through all of them. From the flannel to the glitter iron on, each curve, straight line and point was cut perfectly. </span></span><br />
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I used my 6" x 7" <a href="http://shrsl.com/16efq" target="_blank">Easy Press 2</a> to adhere the iron on glitter to the quilting cotton and used <a href="https://home.cricut.com/easypress-heat-settings-guide" target="_blank">this</a> handy guide to determine the heat settings and time.</div>
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Once the glitter iron on was adhered to the quilting cotton, I sewed a satin stitch around the edge to connect the felt to the other two layers. I then embellished the mask with sew-on sequins and sequin trim. </div>
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To make the cowboy mask I used <a href="https://design.cricut.com/#/profile/5a05b86473ede67702c9278e/user-project/5ba036ab70037a06563d2199" target="_blank">this</a> template, cotton ticking, felt, rick rack and leather ties. You could use this to create a bandit, ninja or bank robber mask as well. </div>
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To create the princess mask I layered <a href="https://design.cricut.com/#/design/new/projects/project-detail/57565a93ee508efa433280aa?category=All%20Categories&keywords=mask&community=false" target="_blank">this</a> template, over <a href="https://design.cricut.com/#/design/new/projects/project-detail/57565a95ee508efa433280ab?category=All%20Categories&keywords=mask&community=false" target="_blank">this</a> template and added a crown (search #m38bc9 to find the exact one). For materials, I used felt, iron on glitter, sparkly tulle, pearl trim, rick rack and sew-on sequins.</div>
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If you want to make your own Raccoon mask, you can find the templates I created <a href="https://design.cricut.com/#/profile/5a05b86473ede67702c9278e/user-project/5ba038d23043d0062805b683" target="_blank">here</a>. I layered grey felt over black flannel and cut the black eyes out of leather. I ran a wide zig zag stitch through the layers to attach them and sewed a simple straight stitch around the eyes. For extra texture, I purposefully unraveled the threads of the black flannel to look like fur. As with the other masks, I simply shrunk the template down slightly for the grey felt so that it would be a hair smaller than the black flannel.</div>
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Between the <a href="http://shrsl.com/so0u" target="_blank">Maker</a>, the <a href="http://shrsl.com/16efq" target="_blank">Easy Press</a> and a few quick stitches on my <a href="http://shrsl.com/169v3" target="_blank">Janome HD 3000</a> these masks were super quick to make. </div>
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Happy DIY-ing readers! I hope you enjoyed today's little tutorial and will let your creativity run wild with these masks. If you end up creating your own be sure to tag me (@palindromedrygoods) on Instagram so that I can see what you made!</div>
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Hannah Arosehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/16717716119024064852noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3483068238553230046.post-84797867944202394972018-09-15T13:37:00.000-07:002018-09-15T13:43:21.594-07:00Take a Sewing Workshop with Me!<div style="text-align: center;">
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I am happy to announce that I have three sewing workshops scheduled at The Tin Thimble next month!</span></h4>
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I taught lessons at the <a href="http://www.thetinthimble.com/" target="_blank">Thimble</a> for many years, and am looking so forward to getting back into the classroom for a few days this October. If you're in the Sacramento area (or are willing to drive!) and are looking for a good sewing class, I've gotcha covered.</div>
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I'll start with the workshop I'm most excited about. On Saturday, October 13th from 9:00-5:00 I'll be teaching students all the things about sewing. Students who enroll in this workshop will basically receive 3 workshops in one day and will leave with a garment.<br />
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Whether you know how to turn on a sewing machine, or stare at one with panic, this course is a fun, stress-free, thorough, introduction to everything you need to know to get started. Throughout the day, students will learn how to use a sewing machine, good cutting techniques, and how to read a sewing pattern, all while making an Ogden cami by <a href="http://register%20for%20the%20how%20to%20read%20%26%20use%20a%20sewing%20pattern%20course%20here./" target="_blank">True Bias</a> patterns. To round out your sewing education, we'll also cover basic sewing tools, sewing machine troubleshooting, and finishing techniques. This course will move at a fairly quick pace to ensure that we're able to cover all the topics to get you comfortable with sewing. Please come ready to ask questions, learn and try new things! Lunch will be provided for this workshop so please be sure to alert us to any food allergies or restrictions you have.<br />
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The cost of the fabric and pattern is included in the class fee. All required tools will be supplied for you to use in class. Students in the workshop will have three fabric options to choose from.<br />
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This class will be capped at 5 students to ensure that each student receives the proper amount of attention. The small class size means it will fill up quickly, be sure to register as soon as you can!</div>
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On Friday, October 12th from 11:00-2:00 I'll be teaching students how to use a sewing machine. We'll be going over everything from how to turn the machine on, to how to sew a straight line, to some basic maintenance and troubleshooting. If you have a sewing machine, you are welcome to bring it, but if you don't have one, don't worry. You can borrow one of ours.</div>
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If you know the basics of sewing and are ready to start using patterns, this is the class for you! Patterns can seem overwhelming at first, but after this class you'll be more than comfortable with their mysterious symbols. We will cover the basics of sewing pattern reading, including notches, straight of grain, darts, proper layout, how to decipher correct sizes and fabric amounts and more. This is a great introductory class for those interested in learning how to make their own clothing. Throughout the day, students will work on a muslin of their pattern. <i>Please note that garments will not be complete by the end of the course.</i><br />
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I'm looking so forward to this weekend full of workshops, and to meeting those who register. Spaces are available in all the classes, but I like to keep the classes small, so be sure to register ASAP before they fill!<br />
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I'm so happy to share one of my latest projects with you guys today. This is the Madalynne X Simplicity 8711 monowire bralette!</div>
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I've made several patterns by Maddie Flanigan of <a href="http://madalynne.com/" target="_blank">Madalynne</a> by now. Like <a href="http://www.palindromedrygoods.com/2018/03/barrett-bralette-by-madalynne-intimates.html" target="_blank">this</a> bralette, and <a href="http://www.palindromedrygoods.com/2017/12/ribbed-knit-simplicity-8435-madalynne.html" target="_blank">this</a> body suit, but this monowire bralette pattern has, by far, been the biggest learning experience. This bralette was so fun to make and I learned a handful of new things about bra making. I love it when that happens.</div>
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The pattern for this bralette is Simplicity 8711 and is available to purchase <a href="http://madalynne.com/product/madalynne-simplicity-8711-underwire-bralette-lingerie-pattern/" target="_blank">here</a>. </div>
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I bought the kit for this bralette from Maddie (available <a href="http://madalynne.com/product/madalynne-x-simplicity-8711-black-underwire-bralette-kit/" target="_blank">here</a>!) and, as always, the materials were of exceptional quality and beauty. I mean, how lovely is this lace? I wish you could reach through the screen and feel it too. It's just as soft as it is pretty.</div>
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The kit comes with all the fabrics, elastics, and hardware you'll need to make the bralette, but it doesn't come with the pattern or the <a href="http://madalynne.com/product/continuous-monowire-by-madalynne-intimates-lingerie/" target="_blank">monowire</a>. Those you'll need to purchase separately. And, of course, if the kits aren't really your jam, you can make it out of whatever fabrics you choose (as long as they have enough stretch, that is). </div>
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Maddie put together a complete, illustrated, sew-along (available for free download <a href="http://madalynne.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/08/MADALYNNE-SIMPLICITY-8711-SEW-ALONGGUIDE-AUG2018.pdf" target="_blank">here</a>) that I followed as I went. This guide answers all the questions you'll have about mono wires, stretch fabrics, choosing a size and more. It's super helpful, you guys. </div>
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On top of the stunning lace and the easy-to-follow instructions this bralette fits me really, really well. I made a 36C and there's no strange gapping or pulling. The band fits comfortably around my ribcage, the monowire does not dig into my ribs or sternum (hallelujah!) and the straps don't fall off my narrow shoulders. *Applause*</div>
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I made one change to the design. Instead of bust darts, I gathered the fabric for a softer look. Maddie and I had talked about this change when I last saw her and I thought it was a great modification.</div>
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I can honestly say I don't think I've ever worn a monowire bra before but I am pleasantly surprised by this one! I love that this is a bralette, so it's soft, and sans-padding, but the monowire and floating bridge (if you're not sure what that is, I didn't either! This pattern will teach you all about them, and, it turns out, they're super cool) provides support and shape. </div>
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This bralette is a beautiful union of comfy + actually wearable. Because let's be honest, though bralettes are comfortable, they don't always look great under clothing. This bralette is not one of those. It doesn't hang out with those bralettes. It's better than those bralettes. It looks lovely under many of my blouses and dresses, and though I still wouldn't wear it under a thin, tight, T-shirt, it does look lovely under loose tank tops. It's pretty enough to show a little peek of here and there, ya' know?</div>
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Today I'm here to share something I've been wearing often since I made it: The Pauline & Alice <a href="https://www.paulinealicepatterns.com/en/pdf-sewing-patterns/30-rosari-skirt-pdf-pattern.html" target="_blank">Rosari skirt</a>. </div>
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This little skirt has been a great staple through summer and it'll be even better in autumn. I'm thinking about making another in corduroy to pair with tights and boots. Cute, right?</div>
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If you've been eyeing 70's inspired skirts like this one but are scared off by the button placket, don't be! This pattern is drafted beautifully and the placket came together so easily. </div>
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I made mine using a very heavy weight olive denim....it might have been a little <i>too</i> heavy weight, but I like it anyway. I purchased this fabric from Metro textiles in Manhattan when the husband and I were living in New Jersey. The brushed brass post buttons are from Butoni, also in Manhattan, and both the fabric and the buttons are super high quality. Gotta love the NYC garment district!</div>
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I made mine is a size 38 and graded in just slightly for the waist. That's the only change I made and the skirt fits my shape fantastically.</div>
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In all of my sewing projects this year I've been attempting to use what I already have. It's not so much a 'cleanse', or a 'challenge' or anything, it's just been me trying to move through my stash. So, for the pockets I used some darling scraps I had left over from about 8 years ago, and I finished all the seams of the skirt with bias tape from Japan that my sister sent me. Side note: this Japanese bias tape is sold at their 100 Yen shop (a dollar store, basically) and is 100% cotton. And it's adorable. Send me all the Japanese bias tape, sister!</div>
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Other details: Sewn with my <a href="http://shrsl.com/169v3" target="_blank">Janome HD3000</a>. Shoes are deadstock from Kork Ease. Can't remember the brand of my shirt and I cut the label out. So, <span style="font-family: "helvetica"; font-size: 12px;">🤷🏼♀️.</span></div>
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I am pretty excited to share today's handmade garment with you. When I saw <a href="http://tidd.ly/a93502d5" target="_blank">McCall's 7752</a> I loved everything about it. It's super feminine, flowy, flirty and great for summer. I had a couple of yards of this lightweight floral on hand and it just seemed like a perfect match to me.</div>
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This beautiful 100% cotton lawn is only $6.00/yard and can be found <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/595819638/cotton-lawn-fabric-floral-lawn-1-yard?ga_search_query=lawn&ref=shop_items_search_3" target="_blank">here</a>. (**Pssssssst. Pssst. Don't forget you can use code 'PALINDROME' over at <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/thetinthimble" target="_blank">The Tin Thimble's Etsy</a> shop for 10% off your purchase of all fabrics, buttons, patterns, trims, and sewing supplies! Just my little way of saying thank you to everyone who reads and supports this blog. xoxo.**)</div>
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I didn't make a muslin for this blouse, but I should have. I cut out a size 12 and did end up having to take in the bodice by about 1". The little 'sleeves' (if you can even call them that) also had to come in about 3/4 each. </div>
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The bodice is fully lined with plain white cotton and it has one bone on each side, underneath the armpit. These bones help keep the blouse right where it's supposed to be. I don't have to hitch it up and I don't feel like it's sliding around. I love, love, love how it fits!</div>
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After trying to pair this blouse with several pants and shorts, I think the peplum is too long. I do think I'll re-hem it and take off about 2" so the proportions look better with the bottom half of my outfits.</div>
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All in all, this will definitely be one of my summer go-to tops. It turned out just as I had envisioned and I can't wait to wear it out in the wild!</div>
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Thanks so much for stopping by today. I hope you all have a great weekend!</div>
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Over at the business I own with my mom and sister, <a href="https://www.thetinthimble.com/" target="_blank">The Tin Thimble</a>, my mom has been on an <a href="https://www.thetinthimble.com/?s=indigo" target="_blank">indgo + shibori</a> roll. </div>
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When she showed me this piece, I loved it so much I asked her if I could have it. She agreed and I held onto it for months before I could bring myself to cut into it. The project just had to be perfect, you know?</div>
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The piece was less than 3/4 of a yard, so I knew I didn't have a lot of options. I ended up making a very simple self-drafted skirt with a basic waistband.</div>
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The fabric is so unique and interesting that I knew the simple lines of this skirt would let the fabric shine. It is comprised of just a rectangular 1" waistband and a gathered rectangle skirt.</div>
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The fabric is <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/592215726/100-linen-natural-white-linen-yardage?ga_search_query=linen&ref=shop_items_search_1" target="_blank">this</a> 100% linen, so it's cool and great for summer.</div>
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I've been needing a basic skirt like this in my wardrobe, and the fact that I was able to make it out of my mom's shibori + indigo fabric makes it special and pretty and wearable and everything I wanted it to be! </div>
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I'm also wearing the <a href="https://www.seamwork.com/catalog/julia" target="_blank">Julia tank</a> by Seamwork magazine. </div>
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If you're interested in purchasing some of this lovely fabric we have a few pieces still for sale <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheTinThimble/search?search_query=indigo" target="_blank">here</a>. All the rest of the pieces we had have sold, but we'll be adding more soon.</div>
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Don't forget, if you use the code 'Palindrome' when checking out of the Thimble's <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheTinThimble?ref=l2-shop-header-avatar" target="_blank">Etsy shop</a> you get 10% off your purchase of all sewing supplies.</div>
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Thanks for stopping by and hanging out. Have a great weekend!</div>
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Other details: Sewn with my <a href="http://shrsl.com/169v3" target="_blank">Janome HD3000</a>. Bracelet and necklace were gifts.<br />
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Hello again! I'm back today, as promised, with a great little tutorial on how to make a detachable peplum.<br />
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In <a href="http://www.palindromedrygoods.com/2018/06/sew-versatile-corset-top-with.html" target="_blank">last week's post</a>, I showed you how to make a super cute strapless corset top and in this tutorial we'll be changing up the look and making a peplum that can be removed or attached depending on your mood. This tutorial can be used for any top that you'd like to add a peplum to, not just the top in last week's tutorial.</div>
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I used a series of hooks & eyes to make this garment easy to attach or remove. You could also use snap tape, if you prefer. This tutorial does require some hand sewing, and is a great way to practice your hand sewing skills. Sewing on a series of hooks and eyes may sound daunting, but I am, by no means, an excellent hand sewist, and it only took me about 30 minutes (while watching Netflix, so you know I was distracted) to sew these on.</div>
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Quick note: You'll notice that the sweet eyelet (available <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/520748826/embroidered-cotton-eyelet-in-camel-1?ga_search_query=eyelet&ref=shop_items_search_5" target="_blank">here</a>) I use in this tutorial is <i>not</i> the same lovely red color as my finished product. That's because I ended up dyeing this garment at the end to get a color I liked more. The a difference a removable peplum and some dye can make is pretty cool.</div>
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Determine the waist measurement of the garment you will be adding the peplum to and divide it by 3.14. Then take that number and divide it by 2. Take that resulting number and add 1 inch (this is the seam allowance for finishing both ends of the peplum). Mark this distance from the corner of a large piece of paper that has been folded in half. Be sure that the corner of this paper is perfectly square. Then, mark 1/2" <i>above</i> that curved line. This creates the seam allowance for finishing the top of the peplum. </div>
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For these first few steps, I used some scrap fabric as a muslin to be sure that this was going to fit my top the way I wanted it to. I then went back and cut out a second peplum with fabric to match my actual top. As always, I'd recommend doing the same. That being said, if you prefer to dive right in, you do you, my friend.</div>
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Hem the waist of your peplum by folding it under 1/4" and then another 1/4". This may take some time because it is round, just take your time and press as you go.</div>
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Then, finish the ends of your peplum by folding over 1/4" and then another 1/4". Sew.</div>
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Make sure that your peplum is fitting nicely onto the bottom of your top by pinning it in place, right sides together, along the entire waist edge of your top.</div>
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I then pinned the back of my top closed, where the buttons & buttonholes would eventually go, to make sure I liked how it was overlapping in the back.</div>
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I asked my husband to pin the garment closed while I was wearing it so I could check the fit and the 'flare' of the peplum. You could test all this on your dress form, if you have one.</div>
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I liked how everything fit and looked, so I went ahead and cut out the peplum from my actual fabric. I then hemmed the waist edge and the ends of the peplum as I described above and re-pinned it to my top.</div>
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While the peplum is pinned to your top, right sides together, make a mark at the center front. </div>
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Then, measure 4" out, in both directions, from the center and make a mark on both the peplum and the inside of the garment. Continue making these marks every 4".</div>
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I chose to make marks every 4", but if you'd like to do them closer together, you certainly may. I wouldn't go any further apart than 4" because I believe you'd end up with gaps where the peplum might sag below your top. </div>
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You'll also need to make marks at each end of your garment. Double check your marks to be sure that the peplum will be attached every 4" along the entire waist edge of your top. The marks may be less than 4" apart between the mark at either end of the garment, and the next mark in. This is ok, just as long as your peplum will be attached all the way across. </div>
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Count the number of marks you have on the top. Be sure you count both the marks on the peplum, and those on the top itself. I had 10 on each side for a total of 20 marks. Set out the appropriate number of hooks and eyes.</div>
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At the marks, sew the eyes onto the <i>inside </i>(the wrong side) of the bottom edge of your blouse about 1/4" away from the bottom edge. We're sewing the eyes onto the garment so that when you're wearing your top, there's nothing gouging into you. If you were to sew the hooks into the top, they might be uncomfortable to wear with, or without, the peplum attached.</div>
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And here, you can see the hooks sewn onto the right side of my peplum. Note that the point of the hook is face up. </div>
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As I said in the beginning of this post, you may also find that snap tape could be used as well. If you choose to make the peplum with snap tape, be sure to sew the side with all the sockets onto the inside of your garment, and the side with the prongs onto the right side of your peplum. Again, this will prevent anything from digging into your waist.</div>
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Here's my top, without the peplum, paired with some seersucker shorts I made using vintage <a href="http://tidd.ly/a6e2714c" target="_blank">McCall's 6061</a>.</div>
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And here it is with the peplum attached and a pair of jeans!</div>
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So, what do you think? Convertible clothing is something I'm becoming more and more intrigued by and this peplum seemed like a great place to start. Next up on my convertible clothing list: a "wrap dress" that's actually a skirt and top. Stay tuned for that. </div>
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I hope you found this tutorial helpful! If you end up making one, please share it with me on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/palindromedrygoods/" target="_blank">Instagram</a> so I can see what you made. </div>
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As always, feel free to ask questions or comment with additions or changes you would make. Sewing is such an awesome skill because we all do things so differently, and I love hearing other's methods!</div>
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Thanks so much for reading. See you all soon!</div>
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Other details: Sewn with my <a href="http://shrsl.com/169v3" target="_blank">Janome HD3000</a>.<br />
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Welcome back! I've been working real hard over the weekend on this strapless corset top and I'm so excited to share it with you guys. I've partnered up with <a href="https://home.cricut.com/#" target="_blank">Cricut</a> again and used my time-saving <a href="http://shrsl.com/zkdh" target="_blank">Cricut Maker</a> to cut, and mark, the pattern pieces for this top.<br />
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Cricut has joined forces with Simplicity Patterns to offer hundreds of <a href="http://inspiration.cricut.com/a-match-made-in-heaven-cricut-and-simplicity/" target="_blank">sewing patterns</a> that work in perfect harmony with Cricut's included, easy-to-use, software, <a href="https://design.cricut.com/#/landing" target="_blank">Design Space</a> and the Cricut Maker.<br />
This means that in addition to the Cricut's capabilities for thousands of craft projects, it's now getting even better for us apparel sewists! The <a href="http://shrsl.com/zkdh" target="_blank">Maker</a> not only cuts out beautiful, neat, pieces (out of hundreds of types of fabrics) but it also marks all the notches, darts, and pattern markings for you. This saves so much time and means you can get to the fun part of sewing your project even sooner.</div>
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** You will notice that my final garment is a different color than the fabric used in the following tutorial. I ended up dyeing my corset with Rit dye to achieve a color I liked better. If you would like to know more about dyeing, or have questions about how I did it, please be sure to comment below! I'd be happy to answer any questions you have. **</div>
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Eyelet fabric from <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/520748826/embroidered-cotton-eyelet-in-camel-1?ga_search_query=eyelet&ref=shop_items_search_4" target="_blank">The Tin Thimble</a>. </div>
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Shorts are <a href="http://tidd.ly/a6e2714c" target="_blank">McCall's 6061</a> in seersucker.</div>
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The Simplicity + Cricut version of this pattern is for a size 10 (that's a <i>pattern</i> size 10, not a <i>dress </i>size 10) and it does not state the <a href="http://www.palindromedrygoods.com/2017/01/a-bit-about-ease.html" target="_blank">ease</a> anywhere on the pattern pieces or the instructions. After making it, I'd say it has about 1 1/2" of ease. The pattern is supposed to fit bust 32.5", waist 25", hip 34.5". My measurements are bust 34", waist 28", hip 37" and I was scared that this pattern was going to be too small. I ended up sewing the whole thing with 3/8" seams (instead of 5/8) initially, to free up some room. After trying it on, it was a tad large on me, so I went back and resewed the seams with 1/2" seam allowances.</div>
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Although I used the Simplicity + Cricut version of this pattern, it is available as a paper pattern <a href="http://tidd.ly/2e712c7f" target="_blank">here</a> if you prefer that. Paper patterns are great, and I use them all the time, but I have to say just how nice it was to have the Cricut Maker do all the marking + cutting for me! I am excited to see the range of patterns (and sizes!!) grow in Cricut Design Space. </div>
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When I shared some early details of this post over on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/palindromedrygoods/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, I had a question from a reader about the difficulty of the bust adjustment and any potential shortening. There is a shorter version of this corset available in the paper pattern, as well as for the Simplicity + Cricut <a href="http://shrsl.com/zkcy" target="_blank">version</a>. However, if you like the longer version, but need it shortened for your torso, it would be easy to do. The corset is relatively straight across the bottom 1/3 of each piece, and you could certainly shorten the corset through there. In terms of bust adjustments, the corset has 5 seams in total. One center seam, one seam directly over each boob (side/front), and one side/back seam on each side. This means there are lots of places to make adjustments and I think this would be a fairly simple pattern to make bust adjustments to. There are also four darts, two at the center front, and two at the side/back seams, which would allow some alterations to be made in the fit as well. </div>
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Personally, I am very small around my chest, directly under my arm pits, so I had to take in the very top of the corset, using the side/front seams. I took in about 1" on each of these seams at the very top, and using a french curve, graded that 1" back into the side/front seam near the apex. </div>
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Load the rotary blade and the marking pen into the Cricut housing. Be sure to push the marking pen all the way down into the housing. It makes an audible 'click' when it pops into place. I made the mistake of not pushing it all the way down once and was very disappointed when my markings weren't there.</div>
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Cut exterior, lining and interfacing to the correct sizes. According to the instructions we'll need...<br />
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<b>From the interfacing:</b> Two 12" x 24" pieces. One 12" x 14" piece.</div>
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<b>From the lining:</b> Two 12" x 24" pieces with the grain running parallel to the 24" side of the Cricut cutting mat. One 12" x 24"piece with the grain running parallel to the 14" side.</div>
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<b>From the exterior fabric:</b> One 5" x 20" piece of fabric for the bow with the grain running parallel to the 20" side. Two 12" x 24" pieces pieces with the grain running parallel to the 24" side. One 12" x 14" piece with the grain running parallel to the 14" side.<br />
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Once you have the pieces cut to the appropriate sizes, place each piece right-side-down on a mat and let the Cricut do the work for you! </div>
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Ok, so now here's where I deviated from the instructions a bit. You knew I was going to, didn't you? :)</div>
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First of all, for the sake of simplicity and clarity, the next few steps will only show the left side of the corset. You'll then want to repeat the steps for the right side. </div>
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Because I'm working with eyelet, which is sheer, and I didn't want to be able to see the glue-side of the interfacing through the eyelet, I pressed the interfacing onto the wrong side of my <i>lining</i> fabric. You may also choose to do this, or you can follow the instructions and apply the interfacing to the wrong side of the <i>exterior</i> fabric. It's up to you. Just note that if you're following this tutorial, you're going to see the interfacing attached to my lining pieces.</div>
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So, press your interfacing onto whichever you've chosen, just make sure you apply the interfacing to the <i>wrong </i>side of the fabric.</div>
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Then, pin the corset side (piece #2) to the corset back (piece #3) right sides together.</div>
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Congrats! You've made it this far and your top is really starting to look like...well, an actual top!</div>
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Now, place the <i>exterior</i> of your top right sides together with the back facing you. Fold the edge of the right side over 5/8".</div>
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Now place your lining <i>wrong side up </i>and fold over the right edge 5/8".</div>
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This is good ol' plastic boning that you can find at JoAnn, Walmart, and most smaller sewing supply stores. If you have them, I prefer metal bones, but I didn't have any on hand.</div>
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- two pieces the length of the front/side bust seam below lower notch + 1/4"</div>
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- Two pieces the length of the front/side bust seam above upper notch + 1/4"</div>
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I chose not to put the boning above the upper notch because after sewing it in, I didn't like the way it formed the bust curve, or the way it fit, so I removed the boning and was much happier with it. You may choose to put in these pieces of boning or not, it's up to you and how you like the fit.</div>
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Next, slide the casing down to expose the end of one piece of boning. Using scissors, trim the following amounts (Be sure to trim ONLY the plastic! Don't cut the fabric casing, because you'll need this to be 'empty' at the ends to attach the boning to your corset.</div>
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7/8" from each end of the side seam boning pieces</div>
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7/8" from one end of side/front upper, and 3/8 from the other end of the boning pieces</div>
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**Note that your boning should be at least 5/8" away from any outside edge of your corset! If your boning is closer than 5/8" from the edge, it will get caught in your final seam and make it impossible to turn your garment right side out. As you are attaching the boning to the lining, check the distance from the edge of the lining to the end of the boning. If it needs to be trimmed, now is the time to do it.**</div>
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I started with with the back dart and attached my first piece of boning. Here is what it looks like completed. Note that the top of this piece of boning is finished, and that the bottom of the boning is more than 5/8" away from the bottom edge of the lining.</div>
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Now, lay your exterior corset <i>right side up</i>. Place the lining over it, <i>right side down</i>.</div>
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Here is my corset all sewn together. Note that the end closest to you in this picture has been left open.</div>
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After dyeing my corset red, and sewing on the buttons, here is what it looks like!</div>
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I've recently been sewing more indie sewing patterns (like the<a href="http://www.palindromedrygoods.com/2018/04/seamwork-magazine-moji-pants-in-orange.html" target="_blank"> moji pants</a>, and <a href="http://www.palindromedrygoods.com/2018/04/thread-theory-designs-strathcona-henley.html" target="_blank">this</a> henley for my husband) and this indie pattern is one I've fallen deeply, deeply in love with. The <a href="http://shop.truebias.com/product/ogden-cami" target="_blank">Ogden Cami</a> by True Bias, you guys, is exceptional. It's easy to construct, takes less than 1 yard (in my size, at least) and can be hacked in so, so many different ways (look <a href="https://www.google.com/search?ei=l6boWoigFo3vjwToq6uIDA&q=ogden+cami+hacks&oq=ogden+cami+hacks&gs_l=psy-ab.3..0.3131.5149.0.5252.16.13.0.0.0.0.284.1831.0j3j6.9.0....0...1.1.64.psy-ab..7.9.1830...35i39k1j0i20i264k1j0i67k1j0i131i20i264k1j0i131k1.0.GgI0Zh3dgbo" target="_blank">here</a> if you want more ideas for Ogden pattern hacks). </div>
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One of my favorite parts about this top is that it can go from day to night super easily. For the nighttime look of the Ogden I made out of this lovely <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/271813874/black-rayon-challis-rayon-by-yard-rayon?ga_search_query=challis&ref=shop_items_search_1" target="_blank">rayon challis</a> from The Tin Thimble. Don't forget you can use code "PALINDROME" to get 10% off your order of sewing supplies if your order, because I love you guys. And you keep coming back to read, so it's my way of saying thanks.</div>
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Anyway, I also made the whole shirt 2" shorter, and added a 2" ruffle. Well, let's be specific here for a moment, in case you'd like to add the same ruffle to your Ogden. I cut 2" off the front and back pieces. The piece I cut for the ruffle was 3" wide x 1 1/2 times the diameter of the bottom of the blouse. I finished the bottom of the ruffle with a 1/2 hem (1/4" rolled twice) and sewed the ruffle onto the top with a 1/2" seam. </div>
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It's flouncy, and the fabric gives it a lot of body, which I love. It's simple and understated and I think it would be great to wear with statement jewelry.</div>
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The daytime version of this blouse is made with this Rifle Paper Company <a href="http://tidd.ly/b8dd969a" target="_blank">rayon</a> by Cotton + Steel Fabrics. I purchased both this fabric and the Ogden cami from <a href="https://www.urbansewciety.com/" target="_blank">Urban Sewciety</a> in Westfield, New Jersey, and if you find yourself in that area you should stop in.</div>
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This top is going to be so great when the weather heats up and will pair great with shorts, skirt and jeans alike. Speaking of which, I have some new me-made shorts and skirts that I can't wait to share with you guys. Let's say there may or may not be some seer sucker involved...</div>
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Thanks for stopping by today, you guys! I have lots of new me-mades to share with you so you'll be hearing from me again soon. </div>
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If you haven't made an Ogden Cami yet, do it! If you're a beginner, this is a great project because it covers a lot of techniques and will teach you a lot. If you're an intermediate or advanced sewist, you'll be able to make one in under two hours, heck, under an hour. It's a quick sew, pinky swear.</div>
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Other details: Sewn with my <a href="http://shrsl.com/169v3" target="_blank">Janome HD3000</a>. Pink and blue jeans by Lucky. Black heels by Sam Edelman. White sandals from Target. Silver bar necklace from <a href="http://tidd.ly/3687b880" style="background-color: white; color: #8acace; font-family: Lora, serif; font-size: 15px; max-width: calc(800px); outline: none; text-decoration-line: none; transition: all 0.2s ease 0s;">here</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #5f5f5f; font-family: "lora" , serif; font-size: 15px;">. </span><br />
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I hope this post finds you all happy and well. The sunshine has finally begun to creep into my corner of the world, and it's changing my life. This California girl just can't thrive without sunshine for months on end. </div>
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Though it's been cold, I've started preparing for <a href="http://sozowhatdoyouknow.blogspot.com/p/about-me-made-may.html" target="_blank">Me Made May</a> and one of the things I realized I was missing in my handmade wardrobe were pants. </div>
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I subscribe to <a href="https://www.seamwork.com/catalog" target="_blank">Seamwork Magazine</a> and headed there to see if they had any simple pants patterns. I was thrilled to find the <a href="https://www.seamwork.com/catalog/moji" target="_blank">Moji pants</a> and decided to use some of this beautiful rayon/linen fabric (available <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/264885197/rayon-linen-blend-burnt-orange-solid?ga_search_query=linen&ref=shop_items_search_13" target="_blank">here</a>). </div>
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My waist measurement is 28" and my hips are 37", so I cut out a size 6. Apparently (I read after I had made these) many seamstresses have experienced issues with the fit of the Moji pants, with many claiming the pants are too tight, but I only found that to be the issue at the calf. Anyway, you may want to make a muslin or take careful measurements if you're thinking about making these.</div>
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I increased the width of the legs at the very bottom by about 1"....only after I had split the inseam wide open while sitting cross-legged. Oops! I also added elastic to the drawstring because I think it's far more comfortable than using a non-stretchy drawstring. </div>
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I finished one of the inseams with this darling floral bias tape my sister sent me from Japan. It's from the 100 Yen shop, you guys! That's like $1! They sell floral bias tape in their dollar store. How amazing is that?</div>
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Next time I make these, I will make another alteration: increasing the rise. These pants are not exactly low-rise, but I would prefer they sit just a bit higher on the hips for comfort purposes. I was going to talk about how to make that adjustment in this post, but I think I'd like to cover it in a separate post so I can show you guys before and after pics. Comment below if you'd like to be notified when the rise-increase post is done!</div>
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I also made the T-shirt I'm wearing using <a href="https://mellysews.com/2016/09/sew-v-neck-womens-t-shirt-free-pattern.html" target="_blank">this</a> pattern from Melly sews and this incredible, thick, soft, organic cotton knit available <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/580369482/organic-cotton-interlock-knit-fabric?ga_search_query=knit&ref=shop_items_search_26" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>
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Overall, I'm super pleased with how they turned out, and I think I'd like to make another pair out of chambray. Just a few simple alterations made them more comfortable, and when I make them next time, I think I'll have the pattern perfected.</div>
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Are you participating in Me Made May? If so, what did you pledge? I pledged to wear handmade at least 3 days a week, and my mom is going to participate with me with the same pledge! I'm really looking forward to it. Preparing for the month has already dramatically changed the types of garments I've been making and has made me look at my handmade wardrobe in a much more utilitarian way. </div>
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I'm happy to share something a bit different with you today: menswear! I recently made the <a href="http://tidd.ly/f0e5f50d" target="_blank">Strathcona Henley</a> by Thread Theory designs for my husband. He's pretty particular about his clothing and how it fits, so I was a little nervous to take on this project. In the end though, I'm so pleased with the way it turned out and he's been wearing it, so I guess that means it passed both our tests!</div>
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He's a rather large person, so I had to make some adjustments to the pattern. Here are his measurements so you can use them as a reference in case you need to make changes as well. </div>
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Chest width (taken only across the front) - 23"</div>
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Waist - 40"</div>
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Back (taken at his widest point which was basically armpit to armpit) - 28"</div>
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He likes his sleeves tight, so I didn't make any changes to the width of the sleeve pattern. I did however, add room across the chest and back. The pattern was wayyyyy too long, so I shortened it by about 4".</div>
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Despite my stay-stitching, after I put the neckband on, the neckline was extremely stretched out. *Insert deep sigh*. I was so disappointed. I ended up having to remove the neck band, take in the neckline at the shoulder seams and sew the neckband back on. The neckband still sticks up away from his shoulders more than I would like it to, but I've decided to let it go. It looks fine, and in reality I'm probably the only one who notices. </div>
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I also ended up having to take in the top of the armscye several times to get it to fit his shoulders properly. </div>
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I used a simple zig-zag stitch on my <a href="http://shrsl.com/uv8c" target="_blank">Janome HD 3000</a> to sew the whole shirt and it did an excellent job.</div>
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I used a really lovely thick wool/cotton/spandex blend available <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheTinThimble?ref=seller-platform-mcnav&search_query=wool+knit" target="_blank">here</a>, and ticking for the placket and a little tab detail at the hem.</div>
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He wore this exact outfit out in NYC the day after we photographed his shirt, so you know he likes it! Jeans made in the USA by <a href="https://shop.hardenco.com/" target="_blank">Hardenco</a>, boots also made in the USA by <a href="http://www.thorogoodworkboots.com/" target="_blank">Thorogood</a>. </div>
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What menswear, if any, have you sewn? Anything you can recommend? I'd like to make a couple more things for him. If you do sew mens wear, have you checked out <a href="http://www.alliemjackson.com/" target="_blank">Allie Jackson</a>'s #<a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/menswearmakenine/" target="_blank">menswearmakenine</a> on Instagram? It's a fun challenge, and although it's not one I plan on getting involved with this year, I do love seeing the projects.</div>
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When I did my <a href="http://www.palindromedrygoods.com/2018/03/barrett-bralette-by-madalynne-intimates.html" target="_blank">Barrett bralette by Madalynne</a> giveaway, I asked you to comment with sewing topics you needed help with. Several of you responded that you wanted to know more about sewing with silk and other delicate fabrics, and I'm here today to deliver.<br />
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Before we get into sewing, let's talk about how to purchase silk fabric and how to decide on the best type of fabric for your project.<br />
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I know it sounds crazy, but it's easy to be mistaken if you're new to fabric purchasing. If you find 'silk' chiffon for $2.99/yard it's probably not silk. Especially in the case of chiffon and satin remember this: chiffon and satin are two types of a <i>weave</i>. Those words don't have anything to do with the actual <i>fiber</i> content. Chiffon and satin can be produced with synthetic or silk fibers.<br />
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I can also tell you with a significant amount of certainty that the 'chiffon' and 'satin' you find at say, Walmart or JoAnn are going to be synthetic. Sourcing good, quality, silk fabric is not done at the most convenient, big-box fabric stores.<br />
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If I were you, I would source silk from reputable apparel fabric stores (such as <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=mood+fabrics&oq=mood+fabrics&aqs=chrome.0.0l6.1774j0j4&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8" target="_blank">Mood</a> and <a href="https://www.google.com/search?q=britex&oq=britex&aqs=chrome..69i57j0l5.848j0j9&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8" target="_blank">Britex</a>), Etsy shops (such as <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/silkfabric" target="_blank">this</a> one that I have used previously) and smaller fabric stores (such as <a href="http://thetinthimble.com/" target="_blank">The Tin Thimble</a>, of course!).<br />
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If you're unsure about the fiber content, first, check the label on the bolt. Does it say 100% silk? Great, you can (probably) trust it. If there's not a label, and no fiber information is available, do a burn test. Don't look horrified, this is a thing, I promise. Take a small piece of fabric (get permission, or purchase a swatch) and light the corner on fire with a match or a lighter. Be fire safe, y'all. Then, carefully, put the flame out, and inspect the fabric. I borrowed this piece of information from <a href="https://www.dharmatrading.com/home/the-fire-test.html" target="_blank">Dharma Trading Company</a>, because I couldn't have rephrased it any better myself. If the piece is silk it:<br />
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If the resulting piece of fabric continues to burn after you put the flame out, melts into a hard, plastic like, glob or smells like chemicals, that ain't silk my friend. Sorry to break it to you.<br />
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Silk also has a very distinctive scent. If you can get your hands on 100% silk fibers (such as throwsters waste, bombyx, tussah or noil) OR 100% silk fabric (such as chiffon, noil, satin, charmeuse, or dupioni) smell it! There is no possible way I can describe the scent of silk because it is entirely unique to silk. One you're familiar with it, you won't forget it and you'll be able to do the smell test on other fabrics.<br />
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Ok, now onto choosing appropriate types of delicate fabrics for your projects<br />
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This is a bit tricky because fashion design and apparel sewing is such a limit-less art form. People create beautiful things out of fabrics I would have <i>never</i> chosen all. the. time. Ultimately, it is up to us as artists and designers and seamstresses to make what we like and use fabrics we enjoy.<br />
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The thing about delicate fabrics <i>with drape</i> such as chiffon, crepe, charmeuse and challis is that they don't <i>have</i> a lot of structure to begin with. It is this, in my opinion, that makes them so beautiful. They <i>drape, </i>they <i>fall, </i>they <i>pool. </i>They don't stand up on their own (like, say, canvas), they don't provide structure (as muslin might for a foundation), they don't stick out away from the body (like corduroy or denim might). This makes them especially good choices for drapey blouses, slinky dresses and linings.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.palindromedrygoods.com/2017/05/slate-blue-bridesmaid-dress-vogue-9252.html" target="_blank">Vogue 9252 in Silk Noil</a></td></tr>
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Now let's think about delicate fabrics with less drape, and <i>more body</i>, such as organza, taffeta, and thick satin. These fabrics may work beautifully for your typical 1950s-type prom dress with a big puffy skirt.<br />
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In terms of using delicate fabrics for skirts, shorts, or pants, do so carefully. Rayon challis may work beautifully for a pair of full palazzo pants, or a wrap skirt, but it probably won't work so well as an A-line skirt that buttons up the front (because, structure). For our bottom-half separates, we tend to lean towards fabrics with more structure, such as denim, duck, corduroy, poplin, twill and thicker knits. But, that's not to be said it can't be done...<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.palindromedrygoods.com/2015/05/new-look-6286-handmade.html" target="_blank">New Look 6286 in Crepe de Chine</a></td></tr>
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Also, consider if this garment is going to need to be lined, or if you can wear an appropriate undergarment to avoid a lining (such as camisole or slip). Sheer fabrics are so, so, so lovely, but perhaps not always the most practical. If you're a modest girl and are going to need more coverage than a slip, making a dress out of sheer cotton lawn might not be the right choice for you. However, if you want to wear a cami underneath a sheer blouse, then any sheer fabric will be a fine choice.<br />
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You may also want to look at construction aspects like <a href="http://www.palindromedrygoods.com/2016/03/basics-of-garment-construction-facings.html" target="_blank">facings</a>, darts and seams. Facings could look strange (or cool!) with sheer fabrics so it's something you'll need to consider. Can you skip the facing and finish the edge another way? Do you want the facing out of another fabric so it becomes a highlight of the garment? Will it bother you that darts are visible through sheer fabric? Maybe you should opt for a more opaque delicate fabric such as crepe. These are all design aspects to consider.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.palindromedrygoods.com/2015/04/vintage-mccalls-7113-handmade.html" target="_blank">McCall's 7113 in Rayon Challis</a></td></tr>
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Feel free to search "silk", "voile", or "rayon" in the search box to the right to see more garments I have made out of such fabrics, and the design choices I have made. These may help steer you in the right direction.</div>
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As with any project, you want to prep your fabric prior to sewing with it. The general rule is to prepare your fabric by washing it the way you plan on washing your garment. If you're making jeans and will wash them in cold and dry them on warm, then wash your denim in cold and dry it on warm. If you're making a silk blouse that you'll wash by hand and hang to dry, then wash your silk fabric by hand and hang it to dry. This is what I do and I've never had an issue. I would like to note, however, that <i>I usually dry rayon fabric on hot, regardless of how I plan on drying my garment, </i>because this fabric shrinks so darn much.</div>
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When sewing with delicate fabrics you only get one chance to make a clean seam. If you screw up and have to take the seam out, there are going to be noticeable holes left from the seam that will be hard to hide. These holes will be far more noticeable than those in more durable fabrics. Due to this fact, and the fact that these fabrics tend to be more expensive, I usually make a muslin before constructing the garment out of my 'real' fabric. This ensures that I don't have to take out any seams, make any fit or design changes, or sew any unnecessary seams into my lovely fabric. When choosing fabric for a muslin, actual muslin may not be the right choice. Be sure to choose a fabric with similar drape and hand to your pretty fabric in order to be sure the practice and real garments will fit and drape the same way. Also, when you construct your real garment, make sure that your stay-stitching and basting stitches are within your seam allowance!</div>
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Before you sew with your fashion fabric, let it hang for a day or so before you cut it. I don't do this for cottons, but this old tip works wonders for heavy, drapey fabrics. And this tip is from my mom, so let's just thank her for that real quick. Some seamstresses prefer to let the garment hang before they hem it, and that's fine too. After washing, drying and pressing my fabric, I usually fold it in half (selvedges together), slip it over the bar of a hanger and let it hang for a day...or until I get to it. After it's hung for a while, cut the (non selvedge!) ends straight across using a ruler and 'voila!', you have nice, straight, fabric to proceed with.</div>
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These types of lovey fabrics can be tricky to cut. Make sure your scissors have recently been sharpened and are free of burrs. If you have pattern weights, make sure they're clean and use them! If you don't have pattern weights, simply use pins (see below for the right kind) and move slowly as you pin and cut. Taking your time and being careful will ensure your fabric doesn't slip around and result in crooked garments.</div>
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My "<a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000GQKCFG/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B000GQKCFG&linkCode=as2&tag=palindromedry-20&linkId=3971cc242b23b43e46999703a33577e7" target="_blank">Singer Dressmaking Course in 8 Easy Steps: Plus Additional Sewing Information and Techniques</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="//ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=palindromedry-20&l=am2&o=1&a=B000GQKCFG" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" />" has a great tip for cutting sheers:</div>
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Though I've never used it, I know that some sewists also enlist the help of a spray-on adhesive. Because I don't have experience with this, I won't expand on it, but I do want you to know it's an option.<br />
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If you have a <a href="http://shrsl.com/uw6f">walking foot</a>, use it! I don't have one, and never have owned one, so I won't go into this too much but I do know they can be incredibly useful when working with slippery fabrics.<br />
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Put the tracing wheel and paper away, my friends. Tracing wheels will likely damage your delicate and slippery fabrics. With sheers, like chiffon and gauze, marks left by marking pens will disappear so I tend to use a needle (choose a very sharp, thin one) and thread to sew my notches and symbols onto these fabrics. With slightly thicker fabrics like challis, voile or satin, I use my trusty old water-soluble <a href="http://www.palindromedrygoods.com/2015/09/sewcabulary-twenty-nine-essential.html">marking pen</a>.</div>
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Presser foot pressure. Try saying that three times fast. When sewing with silks, voiles and rayons, I adjust the amount of pressure applied to my presser foot to be <i>less</i> than normal. As the machine applies less pressure to the foot, the fabric is allowed to move through the machine more, as opposed to being pushed through it by the dogfeed. You want the amount of pressure on the fabric to be enough to ensure nice, even stitches, but not so much pressure that it mars or puckers the fabric.</div>
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When it comes to silk, I almost always use a pressing cloth to press my seams, hems and zips as I move through the project. This pressing cloth is, frankly, usually just a clean hand towel that has been washed enough as to not deposit lint onto my garment. A pressing cloth provides a barrier between the intense heat of your iron and the delicate fabric you're ironing. Simply place the cloth over the part of your garment you're ironing and press on top of it. This will help prevent any burns to your fabric and any potential tears from ruining said silk...</div>
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"Whaaaaat?", you say. Yep! With especially lightweight fabrics such as silk chiffon, it can be hard to keep your machine from sucking the fabric into the bobbin housing. If this is happening to you, don't panic. Cut some strips of clean paper (I use regular printer paper, but you can also use white tissue paper) and place these strips under your fabric. Sew your seam as you normally would. You may find that you only need a little bit of paper to get the seam started, and can continue sewing without it.<br />
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First of all, I wanted to let you in on a little secret I'm excited to share with you: to combine my two loves (and businesses) I'm now offering a coupon code to my Palindrome Dry Goods readers for 10% off their sewing-related purchases in The Tin Thimble's <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheTinThimble?ref=l2-shopheader-name&section_id=7866902">Etsy</a> shop. Receive 10% off fabrics, sewing machine attachments, patterns, buttons & trim when you enter code 'palindrome' at check out! This is not an affiliate code, it's just my way of thanking all of you for reading and supporting this blog. Enjoy!</div>
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It's been snowing, so I'm over here pretending it's summer and posting pictures of a dress I made last summer that I never shared with you guys. This is <a href="http://tidd.ly/715d2ee7">McCall's 7563</a> in a cotton/linen blend available <a href="http://www.joann.com/linen-linen-look-fabric-57-stripes-on-gray/15305329.html#q=white%2Bstripe%2Blinen&start=1" target="_blank">here</a>.</div>
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I cut out a size XS because, while, yes, this dress is supposed to be flowy and bellowing, I didn't want to be swimming in it. And the pattern had loadsss of <a href="http://www.palindromedrygoods.com/2017/01/a-bit-about-ease.html" target="_blank">ease</a>, so I knew I could size down and still achieve the right silhouette. </div>
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I think it would be SO CUTE out of sheer fabric, like <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/505628231/crinkle-gauze-white-cotton-1-yard-fabric?ga_search_query=gauze&ref=shop_items_search_2">gauze</a>, or <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/173456419/cotton-eyelet-in-ivory-by-robert-kaufman?ga_search_query=eyelet&ref=shop_items_search_5">eyelet</a>, strictly for cover-up purposes. </div>
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Other details: silver bar necklace from <a href="http://tidd.ly/3687b880">here</a>. Shoes by Kork Ease but no longer available. <span style="background-color: white; color: #5f5f5f; font-family: "lora" , serif; font-size: 15px;">Sewn with my </span><a href="http://shrsl.com/169v3" style="background-color: white; color: #8acace; font-family: Lora, serif; font-size: 15px; max-width: calc(800px); outline: none; text-decoration-line: none; transition: all 0.2s ease 0s;" target="_blank">Janome HD3000</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #5f5f5f; font-family: "lora" , serif; font-size: 15px;">. </span></div>
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Hey everyone! It's been a while since I did a crafty-type tutorial, and I'm excited about this one. Today, I'll be showing you how to sew place setting table mats with the <a href="http://shrsl.com/t6wv" target="_blank">Cricut Maker</a>. We'll also be going to over how to use bias tape, and how to create beautiful, sharp, mitered corners with it.</div>
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I don't have kiddos, but when my sister requested these placemats for my nephew I knew it was going to be a perfect Cricut project. This project is a great 'scrap buster' and only requires fairly small amounts of fabric. </div>
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What you'll need:</h3>
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- Sewing machine<br />
- <a href="http://shrsl.com/t6wv" target="_blank">Cricut Maker</a></div>
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- 2 pieces of fabric at least 17" x 11.5"</div>
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(one for the top and one for the bottom of the mat)</div>
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- Smaller pieces of fabric for the place setting shapes</div>
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- 12" x 24" <a href="http://shrsl.com/uhws" target="_blank">Fabricgrip</a> Cricut mat </div>
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- Place mat <a href="http://shrsl.com/ufeq" target="_blank">template file</a> from Cricut Design Space</div>
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Onion print canvas available <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/582567066/100-cotton-canvas-1-yard-scandi-woods?ga_search_query=onion&ref=shop_items_search_1" target="_blank">here</a>. Red and white stripe organic cotton fabric available <a href="http://tidd.ly/d7eb8ab3" target="_blank">here</a>.<br />
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1. Edit Cricut file</h3>
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If you didn't already, open the place setting file <a href="http://shrsl.com/ufeq" target="_blank">here</a>. </div>
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I have attached some screen shots below to help you see how I prepped the file for cutting. First, I used 'Color Sync' to make all of the shapes the same color. </div>
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Then, I clicked the top eye icon to the right of each piece of silverware to remove the layer with lines that divide the top of the silverware from the handle. If you leave those lines, the <a href="http://shrsl.com/t6wv" target="_blank">Cricut</a> will cut each piece of silverware into two shapes. We don't want this, we just want one solid shape. </div>
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Lastly, rearrange the place setting shapes to fit onto the scrap fabric you are using. As you can see, I had already used some of my fabric to cut out silverware previously. This left me with some funny shaped scraps, but I knew I had plenty left over to get another placemat out of it, if I arranged the shapes carefully for cutting.</div>
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Below, you can see how I rearranged the shapes in <a href="http://shrsl.com/soas" target="_blank">Design Space</a> to be sure they would get cut out of my fabric correctly. It is very simple to click-and-drag, and rotate, shapes around in Design Space before you cut your fabric. This is especially helpful when you're using weird shaped scraps, very small amounts of fabric, or want only certain parts of the print on your fabric to get cut out.</div>
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<span style="color: #e06666;">If you're wondering what the triangle is for on my mats, it's for chopsticks. My sister (who's kid I'm making the mats for) and her family live in Japan! Feel free to 'hide' that triangle if you don't need it.</span></div>
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<i>*Be sure to think about what direction you want the print on your fabric to go on your place setting pieces. For example, I chose for the stripes on mine to go horizontally. I could have also placed them diagonally or vertically, depending on how I arranged the fabric on the mat before cutting. <b>Also, make sure your knife blade is pointed to the left if you're using a print!</b>*</i></div>
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2. Cut out your shapes, the rectangles for the top and back and press</h3>
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Install the rotary blade into the Cricut. Place the fabric for the place setting shapes onto the fabric grip mat, and let the <a href="http://shrsl.com/t6wv" target="_blank">Cricut</a> do the work! Next, cut out the 11.5" x 17" rectangles. One for the top of the mat, and one for the back of the mat. That rotary blade breezed right through both the heavier-weight canvas and the soft cotton I was using. So cool. </div>
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Place your shapes onto the right side of the mat top. A proper place setting is with the fork to the left of the plate, the knife (blade towards the plate) immediately to the right of the plate, the spoon next to that, and the cup above the knife and spoon. I gave the pieces a good pressing to make sure all the edges were smooth and then pinned around each shape. A fair amount of pins will help stabilize the pieces to make sure they don't move around.</div>
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<span style="color: #e06666;">I said this before, but just to be clear, if you're wondering what the triangle is for on my mats, it's for chopsticks. My sister and her family live in Japan! Feel free to exclude that piece.</span></div>
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Your mat should now look something like the photo below. I still had some pins to add in this picture.</div>
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3. Zig zag around all the shapes</h3>
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Set your sewing machine to an almost satin stitch like setting. Below you can see what I set my <a href="http://shrsl.com/uv8c" target="_blank">Janome HD 3000</a> to.</div>
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Stitch completely around each place setting shape, including the fork tines. Be sure that half of your stitch covers the edge of the shapes.</div>
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4. Attach the table mat back to the top of the mat and apply bias tape</h3>
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One side should still remain folded once.</div>
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Starting in the middle of one side of the table mat, with the back facing up, place bias tape directly on top of table mat back and front, keeping the edge of all three layers flush. Fold the end of your bias tape over about half an inch. Pin in place. </div>
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At the corner, measure the width of the bias tape to the 'ditch'. (In my case it's 3/4 of an inch). See below.</div>
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Then, mark that distance from the other side of the corner. (In my case 3/4 of an inch)</div>
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'Stitch in the ditch' from your starting point to the mark you made. Backstitch at the mark. Pull your table mat out from your sewing machine and trim the threads. </div>
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Fold your bias tape up and away from the seam you just made. See below.</div>
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Your bias tape should look something like this (below) from the side. Pin in place.</div>
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Start sewing again at the very edge (where the bias tape is folded), continuing in the ditch as you did previously. Repeat these steps at each corner until you reach your starting point. Overlap the bias tape about half an inch over the folded tape where you started, sew and trim off the excess tape. </div>
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Now, bring the bias tape around the raw edges to the right side of your table mat.</div>
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You should see your corners look something like below!</div>
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Bring the folded edge of the tape a hair over the seam you just made and pin in place.</div>
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At the corners, push one side of the tape under the other, forming a sharp 'mitered corner'. See the next three photos below for procedure. Pin in place.</div>
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Experiment with different widths of bias tape, solid fabrics on top of prints, prints on solids and prints on prints! I didn't have any on hand, but I think these would be awesome made out of laminated cotton. They could easily be wiped down that way! If you follow the tutorial, and you post pictures of it, be sure to tag me in your pictures on Instagram <a href="https://www.instagram.com/palindromedrygoods/" target="_blank">@palindromedrygoods</a>.<br />
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Remember when I made <a href="http://www.palindromedrygoods.com/2017/12/ribbed-knit-simplicity-8435-madalynne.html" target="_blank">this</a> bodysuit with a Madalynne x Simplicity pattern? Well, when Maddie of <a href="http://madalynne.com/" target="_blank">Madalynne Intimates</a> asked me to make her new Barrett bralette and organize a little giveaway, I couldn't type 'yes!' fast enough. I love that bodysuit, and I had a pretty good feeling I was going to love this bra too.</div>
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This bralette is made with her new, <i>free, </i><a href="http://madalynne.com/free-sewing-patterns/" target="_blank">PDF pattern</a> and you guys, it's SO simple to make. I whipped this bra out in less than an hour, and depending on your skill level, I'd venture to say that even if you're a total newbie, it would only take you a few hours at the very most.</div>
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She was also gracious enough to send me one of her <a href="http://madalynne.com/product-category/lingerie-kits/" target="_blank">bra making kits</a>, and is offering one to one of my followers! Read to the bottom of this post for more details on how to enter. </div>
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How <i>beautiful</i> is that kit? Oh my goodness, it's so lovely. So pink and feminine and sparkly. It even comes with rhinestone sliders. I mean, come on. This is just one of the three kit options, so if this much glittery pink isn't your thing, don't worry, it's not your only purchasing option. </div>
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I don't sew stretchy fabrics often, so this was really good practice for me. I've also enrolled in one of Maddie's <a href="http://madalynne.com/bra-making-workshops/" target="_blank">bra making workshops</a> in May, so I feel like this helped prime me for the ultimate workshop experience. I'm looking so forward to attending her workshop. I've never taken any kind of sewing class, so this is pretty dang exciting. Oh, the things I will learn! </div>
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There is no surger required to make this bralette, just a regular ol' sewing machine with a zig zag stitch. I used my <a href="http://shrsl.com/uv8c" target="_blank">Janome HD 3000</a> and the zig zag performed excellently.</div>
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This bra isn't just cute, it's incredibly comfy (no underwire!), and provides the perfect amount of support. Because of the seam over the center of each cup, it does show through thin t-shirts, but I've been wearing it under layers, sweaters, button-ups (basically everything but thin t-shirts) and it's not visible. It doesn't have any closures, it just pulls on over your head, so there's nothing pinching or digging in. I'm fairly small busted (a full b on a good day), but Maddie recommends this for girls with cup sizes through C.</div>
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Want to win your own bra making kit by Madalynne Intimates? It's simple! This year I've made it a goal to expand my sewing knowledge. My first steps are to learn how to (officially) draft patterns starting with <a href="http://shrsl.com/tmd4" target="_blank">this</a> Craftsy course, <a href="http://shrsl.com/tmd5" target="_blank">this</a> Craftsy course, and by taking Maddie's bra making workshop. So, let's communicate! What courses/workshops/classes have you guys taken that you would recommend for me? And, what can<i> I</i> teach <i>you</i>?</div>
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It'd also be really nice if you could follow me <a href="https://www.instagram.com/palindromedrygoods/" target="_blank">@palindromedrygoods</a> and Maddie <a href="https://www.instagram.com/mmadalynne/" target="_blank">@mmadalynne</a> on Instagram. </div>
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<b><i><span style="color: #e06666; font-size: large;">Congratulations to Robyn! You are the winner. Please contact me at hannah@palindromedrygoods.com before Wednesday, March 21st to claim your bra making kit. </span></i></b></div>
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Don't forget to download Maddie's free PDF pattern for this bralette <a href="http://madalynne.com/free-sewing-patterns/" target="_blank">here</a>!</div>
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Other details: Silver bar necklace from <a href="http://tidd.ly/3687b880" target="_blank">here</a>, silver chain necklace from <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6220&awinaffid=453845&clickref=&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.etsy.com%2Flisting%2F465045703%2Fsterling-silver-chain-silver-box-chain%3Fga_order%3Dmost_relevant%26ga_search_type%3Dall%26ga_view_type%3Dgallery%26ga_search_query%3Dlong%2520sterling%2520silver%2520necklace%26ref%3Dsr_gallery_3" target="_blank">here</a>. <span style="background-color: white; color: #5f5f5f; font-family: Lora, serif; font-size: 15px;">Sewn with my </span><a href="https://www.sewingmachinesplus.com/Janome-HD3000.php" style="background-color: white; color: #8acace; font-family: Lora, serif; font-size: 15px; max-width: calc(800px); outline: none; text-decoration-line: none; transition: all 0.2s ease 0s;" target="_blank">Janome HD3000</a><span style="background-color: white; color: #5f5f5f; font-family: Lora, serif; font-size: 15px;">. </span></div>
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I'll admit, when the good people over at <a href="http://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=567915&u=1655330&m=51766&urllink=home%2Ecricut%2Ecom%2F&afftrack=" target="_blank">Cricut</a> contacted me, I was a little hesitant. I had <i>heard</i> of Cricut machines, but I didn't really know what they did or if they would work for me. I'd never used any type of cutting machine and I was under the impression they were strictly for paper crafts. However, I received my <a href="http://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=567915&u=1655330&m=51766&urllink=shop%2Ecricut%2Ecom%2Fen%5Fus%2Fcricut%2Dmaker%2Dmachine%2Ehtml&afftrack=" target="_blank">Cricut Maker</a> a few months ago and have been enjoying <i>it so much</i>. </div>
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If you're like me, you don't even know what this thing is, or how it works. Let me break it down for you. Basically, the Cricut is a machine that can cut through an impressive array of materials (including fabric, wood and paper) in just a few seconds. </div>
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It has an "adaptive tool system", which means you can change the blades in the machine depending on the type of material you're cutting. Next to the blade, the machine also has an extra place for tools including pens, marking pens and scoring styluses. And yes, you're understanding this correctly, in addition to cutting, the <a href="http://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=567915&u=1655330&m=51766&urllink=shop%2Ecricut%2Ecom%2Fen%5Fus%2Fcricut%2Dmaker%2Dmachine%2Ehtml&afftrack=" target="_blank">Cricut Maker</a> also draws. Are you getting this? It will <i>mark and cut</i> your project for you. Which is, like, undoubtedly, the worst part of most projects. I don't know about you, but "Just get to the sewing part!" is what I always think as I cut out my umpteenth pattern piece.</div>
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This nifty little machine is considerably small (remember, <a href="http://www.palindromedrygoods.com/2017/11/full-time-rv-living.html" target="_blank">we live in a fifth wheel camper</a>) and stores neatly in my postage stamp of an office. Despite it's compact size, the <a href="http://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=567915&u=1655330&m=51766&urllink=shop%2Ecricut%2Ecom%2Fen%5Fus%2Fcricut%2Dmaker%2Dmachine%2Ehtml&afftrack=" target="_blank">Cricut Maker</a> will cut through a seriously impressive array of fabrics. Though it breezes through balsa wood, mat board and essentially any paper, the part that impresses me the most is the list of <i>fabric</i> it can cut. Are you ready? Denim, canvas, tulle, quilting cotton, minky, leather, chiffon, muslin, plisse, jersey, challis, double knit, habotai, faille, Lycra, velvet, corduroy, the list goes on and on and on. Notice how that list ranges from heavy stuff like leather to lightweight stuff like chiffon? Uh, yeah, that's fan-tas-tic.</div>
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Some other perks? It's incredibly easy to set up. It comes with a power cord and a USB cable, which you can use if you can't take advantage of it's bluetooth capabilities. It takes only a few moments to get established, and comes with a great 'practice' kit with step-by-step directions so you feel confident using it right out of the gate. </div>
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Now, dear reader, you know that I do a <i>lot</i> of garment sewing, because my clothes are typically the majority of the projects I share with you all. </div>
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That being said, the <a href="http://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=567915&u=1655330&m=51766&urllink=shop%2Ecricut%2Ecom%2Fen%5Fus%2Fcricut%2Dmaker%2Dmachine%2Ehtml&afftrack=" target="_blank">Cricut Maker</a> is not capable of cutting out your adult-sized apparel pattern pieces. It simply isn't wide enough. Could it, however, cut out those pain-in-the-butt small pieces like sleeves, interfacings, collars, cuffs and facings? It just might. I'm waist-deep in figuring out the easiest, most time-efficient, way to let the Cricut do that for you and I'll update this post as soon as I come up with the answer to this question.</div>
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So, no, it won't cut out all 14 pattern pieces I needed for this <a href="http://www.palindromedrygoods.com/2017/05/slate-blue-bridesmaid-dress-vogue-9252.html" target="_blank">Maid of Honor dress</a>. Let's all take a moment to digest that disappointment. Now let's take a moment to discuss why and then talk about the great things it <i>can </i>do.</div>
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The Maker uses mats to guide the material through the machine. These mats come in two sizes: 12" x 12" and 12" x 24". So, while it can't make your grown-up clothing, it could, most likely, handle your kiddo's clothing. And if you're a crafter who makes hundreds of the same small-ish item and, say, sells them online, this is going to change how you do business. Also, can I get a woot-woot for all the quilters out there? You guys are going to love this. Say goodbye to the hours spent at your rotary mat, the <a href="http://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=567915&u=1655330&m=51766&urllink=shop%2Ecricut%2Ecom%2Fen%5Fus%2Fcricut%2Dmaker%2Dmachine%2Ehtml&afftrack=" target="_blank">Cricut Maker</a> will take it from there. </div>
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What you don't know is that I do <i>so many </i>other types of sewing on the daily. Though my poor lil' <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/palindromedrygoods" target="_blank">Etsy</a> shop has fallen by the wayside lately (there's only so much time in a day, you know?), I still make and sell pillowcases, cosmetic pouches, aprons, patterns and more at my brick and mortar store, <a href="http://www.thetinthimble.com/" target="_blank">The Tin Thimble</a>. I also find myself sewing handmade things for my husband, friends and family (especially my new baby nephew!) on a semi-regular basis. </div>
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Do you know how helpful the <a href="http://shareasale.com/r.cfm?b=567915&u=1655330&m=51766&urllink=shop%2Ecricut%2Ecom%2Fen%5Fus%2Fcricut%2Dmaker%2Dmachine%2Ehtml&afftrack=" target="_blank">Cricut</a> would have been when I made <a href="https://www.instagram.com/p/BW0SiWChcvo/?taken-by=palindromedrygoods" target="_blank">this</a> quilt? Do you know how helpful it was when I made these can coozies and clutches for Christmas presents? It was a huge, huge, huge time saver. (And pssst, there may be a post about those can coozies coming up if enough of you are interested...)</div>
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I'm pretty excited about today's post. Not only am I sharing the dress I made for Christmas, but I'm also going to be sharing my tips and tricks for splicing together different pattern pieces.</div>
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"Splicing?", you ask? Yes. Piecing together completely different patterns to achieving your desired garment, which is what I did for this dress.</div>
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The bottom half of this dress was made using <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6220&awinaffid=453845&clickref=&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.etsy.com%2Fsearch%3Fq%3DMcCall%2527s%25203753" target="_blank">McCall's 3753</a> in view A with the back flounce. The top half is from vintage <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6220&awinaffid=453845&clickref=&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.etsy.com%2Fsearch%3Fq%3Dsimplicity%25203426" target="_blank">Simplicity 3426</a> with the low back V neckline in view 1.<br />
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The blue eyelet was in my stash (it's a little summery for winter, but I wanted to use what I had on hand), and I tried to find something similar online but I couldn't. It's 100% cotton in a deep navy blue.</div>
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I love, love, love the shape of this dress. I don't typically think that midi dresses look good on me, but I went for it with this one, and I'm so glad I did. I think it's elegant and lovely. Between the pencil front, the back neckline, the back flounce and the length, and it makes me feel like I have more curves than I normally do. Va, va, voom!</div>
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So if you didn't know that you could piece together completely different patterns, then I'm happy to tell you that you absolutely can. I'd like to share some advice for 'splicing' together different patterns so that your attempts will be successful. I hardly have any pattern drafting experience, and you don't need any either. Though if you do have drafting experience, you'll probably have totally different methods, which I'd love for you to share!</div>
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The possibilities for what you can piece together are endless. You could use the sleeves from one dress, the bodice from another and the skirt from a third, for example. </div>
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<b>My first tip:</b> it's helpful if the patterns have the same measurements. For example, the waist for the Simplicity pattern I used for my Christmas dress was 25" (which is too small for me) and the waist measurement for the McCall's pattern was 26" (which is also too small). My waist measures 28", so I had to add 3" to the Simplicity pattern and 2" to the McCall's pattern. This is not ideal, and especially if you're new to piecing together patterns, it is much simpler if all the patterns you're combining are the same measurements. What's even better is if they're all <i>your</i> measurements.</div>
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<b>My second tip: </b>Put together a sketch of what the final garment will look like. I have no drawing skills, so often times I'll just trace the parts of the pattern envelopes that I want to use. The sketch doesn't need to be professional, chances are you're the only one who will see it, but it will help you visualize what the garment will look like. Sometimes ideas in my head look great, until I sketch them out and then I think "Ohhh lawd, good thing I didn't execute <i>that</i> look". </div>
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<b>My third tip:</b> Make sure you're working with compatible pieces. Unless you want to undertake a big drafting project, make sure the pieces you want to combine will fit together with minor changes. Let's look at the sleeve types of the three patterns below. These three types of sleeves are incompatible. You could not take the sleeve from the butterick pattern on the right and swap it for the sleeve of the pattern on the left. Because set-in, all-in-one and raglan sleeves are all cut and installed dramatically different, these pieces would not work with one-another. </div>
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Once you've determined if pieces are compatible, I recommend measuring them (and then doing tip #5 below) to make sure they fit well. Some adjustments may (more than likely, will) have to be made.</div>
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In the example below I took two patterns with collars to compare them. As you can see, one is wider, while one is longer. The width of the collar probably wouldn't be an issue, but the length may cause a problem, and therefore, the collar may need to be lengthened to fit. A muslin (again, tip #5) would help you determine the best changes to make, if any.</div>
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<b>My fourth tip:</b> Create your own <a href="http://www.palindromedrygoods.com/2015/09/sewcabulary-how-to-read-a-pattern.html" target="_blank">notches</a> wherever you piece together your patterns. For example, if you're adding sleeves from a McCall's pattern to the bodice of a Vogue pattern, use a marking pen to create symbols that will help you sew the sleeve in correctly. You can do this at the waist, neckline, or any place where your different pattern pieces are coming together. </div>
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<b>My fifth tip:</b> Make a muslin. I wish I had made a muslin for this dress because I ended up having to make quite a few alterations once the whole thing was sewn together. Ultimately, it ended up fitting quite well, but I could have saved myself some fabric and time if I had made a practice garment first. </div>
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So there you have it, just a few tips for combining completely different patterns to make a custom garment you'll love. I used to teach a workshop on these methods at <a href="http://www.thetinthimble.com/classes" target="_blank">The Tin Thimble</a> and I look forward to teaching it again when we move back to the west coast. This process of combining patterns is super creative, and fun, and best shown to students in person. </div>
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Do you like to splice your patterns? What tips and tricks do you have? If you're new to this method and learned something today, please comment below and let me know! You can also show me what you've made on Instagram, you can find me at @palindromedrygoods. </div>
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I had some knit in my stash (that I'm fairly certain was from JoAnn, but I'm not positive) and I figured this was a 'bodysuit' (all I see is leotard) that I could get behind...or in.</div>
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And let me tell you, I'm glad I went for it. First of all, holy smokes is this knit soft. It's so cuddly. It's like wearing jersey sheets. Because I work from home and most days I don't leave our house (read: <a href="http://www.palindromedrygoods.com/2017/11/full-time-rv-living.html" target="_blank">camper</a>) I like to pair it with <a href="http://www.levi.com/US/en_US/category/women/jeans/collections/levi-collections-501ct/" target="_blank">these</a> Levi 501 CTs that have the <i>ugliest</i> wash. In addition to the abhorrent wash, they're too big, and they have paint on them but I love them. I wear them all the time. Maybe it's the button fly I can't get enough of? I dunno. Anyway, the combination of the bodysuit and the slouchy jeans has become somewhat of my at-home uniform. </div>
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Secondly, I can't believe how versatile this bodysuit is. I think it would pair wonderfully with skirts (like <a href="http://madalynne.com/what-i-made-penny/" target="_blank">this</a> outfit Madalynne created) and over Thanksgiving I did wear it with a pair of corduroy pants and a slouchy sweater and I loved my outfit. It's also fantastic under pajama or sweat pants, and I'm even considering wearing it skiing this winter as an extra under layer. Basically, the bodysuit does it all. </div>
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Some things I did differently than the pattern suggested: I didn't have clear elastic so I used 1/2" regular elastic, which I know isn't ideal. I chose not to put the elastic in the armholes because I know that the elastic I used is significantly stiffer than what was recommended. And I didn't want it rubbing in my armpits, so I skipped that. It also gives me a pretty hard core panty line if I pair it with pants that are too tight. Again, I think this is my fault for using the wrong elastic. There is a version included in this pattern for a thong, which would be a good idea if you wanted to wear it with tight pants. </div>
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Overall, I'm happy I stepped outside my comfort zone and decided to make (and actually wear) this bodysuit. It's super cozy and I've been wearing it all the time. Also, because I usually stay away from knits (for some unknown reason) this was a great project to help me get over my fear. I'm actually looking forward to making my husband a knit henley in the coming weeks. </div>
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We're remodeling our RV and living in it full time!</div>
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Gosh, it feels so good to be sitting down and finally writing to you all again. It's been a while...I know.</div>
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Uh, gee, we have a bit to catch up on. I live in a fifth wheel camper now...so, yeah. Let's start there, shall we?</div>
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For those of you who don't know, my husband and I left my home state of California nearly three years ago and moved to West Virginia where he had been accepted into an apprenticeship program to become a lineman. Since February of 2015 we've lived in Charleston (West Virginia), New Philadelphia (Ohio), Roanoke (Virginia), East Liverpool (Ohio), and Columbus (Ohio) with my sweet husband commuting as far as an hour and half for certain jobs outside of those areas. For the first three moves we rented houses and carted all of our stuff from house to house (those moves were spread out over nearly two years, so it was manageable). However, once we moved to Roanoke we were told that Dan was going to receive several jobs in several locations in the coming months. Just last month, Daniel graduated the apprenticeship and is now a Journeyman Lineman (good job, honey!) and a big part of his job is traveling to where the work is. We had previously discussed purchasing a fifth wheel RV to live in because it would make moving so, so, so much simpler and less stressful and in August of this year, we purchased a used, 37', 2007 Copper Canyon fifth wheel from Dan's brother.</div>
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Her name is CC and she needed some TLC. I am a particular person. I like my living spaces to be pretty. I have lived in 7 rental houses in the last 7 years and all but one of them have been ugly, under-loved and poorly lit. When we first looked at the camper (which was the same day we bought it, because we'd driven to New York to pick it up and there was no going back at that point) I wanted to cry tears of sadness and happiness at the same time. Firstly, it was so dirty (tears of sadness). It was so, so outdated (tears of sadness), and it looked like...let's jut say it looked like it had been designed for someone much, much, my senior (tears of sadness). But, but! It was something we <i>owned. </i>No more calling the landlord to do repairs, no more asking permission to make things look better, no more fluorescent lightbulbs (ok, maybe some...) and it was something we could improve together (tears of happiness!!! so many tears of happiness). Dan and I looked at each other with resolve (and a little bit of panic), received a whirl-wind lesson on how to level it, what all the buttons and switches did, where the propane tanks went, hooked it up to his truck and headed out.<br />
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Since then, we have been tearing out carpet, installing floors, painting, sanding, replacing, bickering (nothing like a house repair to strengthen a relationship, eh?), heaving sighs of relief and doling out high-fives to one another for the progress we've made. We're officially #livingtiny and feeling pretty hip because of it.</div>
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The kitchen, in all honesty, does not look that much different. The biggest improvements were paint, the backsplash and taking down those horrible (awful, gross, grotesque, ugly...) box valences around the windows. Oh! And the floor. Our new flooring is far and above better than the old stuff.</div>
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We painted the door in this room a nice, crisp, glossy white and installed a mirror on the door (that leads to my office and the second bathroom) to help bounce what little light enters the camper around. We also installed trim around the door and painted the trim in the rest of the room the same clean white. We've talked so many times about painting all the cabinets, but honestly, I'm not sure we have the time or energy to do that now. </div>
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That floral upholstery though...man, was I SO happy to see that go. It was everywhere. Around the windows, the couch, the booth, the curtains. It was bad. And it was the first thing to go. We painted 1/2 of the booth and I reupholstered it. We dismantled the other half of the booth and used the wood to build a larger step that leads into our bedroom and bathroom. We replaced that half of the booth with <a href="https://www.blogger.com/%3Ca%20target=%22_blank%22%20href=%22https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00T0E54EY/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B00T0E54EY&linkCode=as2&tag=palindromedry-20&linkId=1c72ffa7143497beaf3e5c7f32fd301e%22%3EFlash%20Furniture%20Silver%20Metal%20Indoor-Outdoor%20Stackable%20Chair%3C/a%3E%3Cimg%20src=%22//ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=palindromedry-20&l=am2&o=1&a=B00T0E54EY%22%20width=%221%22%20height=%221%22%20border=%220%22%20alt=%22%22%20style=%22border:none%20!important;%20margin:0px%20!important;%22%20/%3E" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00T0E54EY/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B00T0E54EY&linkCode=as2&tag=palindromedry-20&linkId=8a7e7ea5377fee19b42eea8dcdc8f62e" target="_blank">these chairs</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="//ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=palindromedry-20&l=am2&o=1&a=B00T0E54EY" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" /> from Amazon. We also gave the old couch away to Goodwill and purchased <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B073GHMT5Q/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B073GHMT5Q&linkCode=as2&tag=palindromedry-20&linkId=52a953f58e7eb27b5e8540630419f891" target="_blank">this couch</a><img alt="" border="0" height="1" src="//ir-na.amazon-adsystem.com/e/ir?t=palindromedry-20&l=am2&o=1&a=B073GHMT5Q" style="border: none !important; margin: 0px !important;" width="1" /> . We discarded the old tabletop and replaced it with a solid piece of oak butcher block from Lumber Liquidators. See those cabinets above the table? I voted for them to go. Permanently. Dan insists we need the space and votes we paint them white. The verdict is still out, but either way, something will be done with them. Also, note the new flooring. </div>
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We switched the layout of the booth and the couch because you couldn't see the TV from the couch, but then we ended up not even having a TV in the living room, so that was an unnecessary switch, but I do like having the dining room table directly across from the kitchen. In that way, it makes more sense. </div>
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CC originally had a bunkhouse, but we knew I needed a work space, no matter how small it was going to be. Dan's brother had kindly removed the beds by time we picked her up, but he had also done some repairs to the back of the camper that needed a bit of polishing-off. We insulated that short door that went outside and covered the whole wall with bead board and trim. A fresh coat of paint, replacing the funky mirror with some sheet metal (voila, a magnetic bulletin board!) and new flooring wrapped up the room. Also, I desperately wanted <a href="https://www.jossandmain.com/decor/pdp/watercolor-stripes-peel-and-stick-wallpaper-ssha1172.html?piid[0]=20942649&piid=20942649" target="_blank">this</a> wallpaper but sheesh, that is expensive. So, armed with some acrylic paint, a paintbrush and some false confidence, I attempted to copy it as best I could. I need a new ironing board cover, because that <i>obviously</i> does not go, but it's all baby steps around here so that'll get fixed eventually. </div>
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Yes, our camper came with two bathrooms. Crazy, right? I didn't even know that was an option. Anyway, this room rarely gets used as a bathroom and is mostly used to contain the world's cutest washing machine (The Panda, I kid you not), the vacuum, cleaning supplies, laundry supplies and my makeup & hair stuff. It's the catchall with the least impressive before and after. After I peeled the already peeling wall paper off the back wall, this room received a fresh coat of paint and that's it. I didn't even bother to replace the floor in here because, frankly, we were out of tiles and we're still trying to figure out how we can utilize this room better. It's a W-I-P, but for now it serves it's function and is very low on our priority list. </div>
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We replaced the ugly laminate with large, peel-and-stick, vinyl tiles from The Home Depot. I love the slate gray color and they're extremely hardy, which is great for Dan's dirty work boots. We'd been hanging onto an oriental rug that Dan purchased years ago and I bought several other throw rugs to keep us slightly warmer in the winter time. See the pictures in the beginning of the post to see the rugs. </div>
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Originally, there was this funky little step that measured about 19" x 5" that led into our bedroom. It took up precious space and Dan had visions of falling off of it in the middle of the night. When we took apart half the booth, we decided to hang onto the wood to build a larger step that could double as more storage. Now it holds some of our work-out gear that was previously in the way and has a much sturdier, builders-grade oak tread so it's nice and sturdy.</div>
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The Panda! It's a super nifty little portable washing machine that hooks up to your sink. It'll wash several shirts at a time, maybe a pair of pants and a shirt...either way, not a lot, but it's a savior when we don't have a laundry mat nearby. </div>
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I used <a href="https://mountainmodernlife.com/remove-wallpaper-border/" target="_blank">this</a> tutorial to remove the looooovely floral border from our walls. I found that goo-gone and a pan scraper worked like a dream. </div>
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In terms of sewing, it's been a lot of straight lines around here. Between the curtains and the upholstery my sewing has been pretty bland lately. It's getting cold here in Ohio (where we are as of this very moment) and I'm looking forward to doing a little apparel sewing to make me (and the husband) some warm clothes for the coming months. I feel so blessed that between both of my businesses I'm able to travel with my husband through this period in our lives. It has been a real saviour. </div>
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We have SO many in-progress photos and many, many more projects to complete around here but looking at how far we've come is inspiring. Thanks so much for reading and for taking a little home tour with me. We're pretty excited to be a part of this new community of full time RVers and though we chuckle as we say it, it's true. If you have any advice for us, or are looking for advice from us, please let me know! We've learned so much in the past few months and would be thrilled to share our knowledge with y'all. Oh, and if you're interested Dan and I started an Instagram page for CC. You can find her @wandering_wheels</div>
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I recently made McCall's <a href="https://mccallpattern.mccall.com/m6955" target="_blank">6955</a> with this beautiful <a href="http://www.blogforbettersewing.com/2016/03/spring-2016-gertie-fabrics.html" target="_blank">rose floral</a> by Gertie. </div>
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My measurements are 34 - 28 - 37 and I cut out a size 10 at the bust, and a size 12 at the waist. </div>
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I added a coordinating green piping to the waistline and armholes.</div>
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I cut out the pieces for hem view C, but trimmed it by 2". Because the skirt was a near circle skirt, I decided to finish the hem with a curved facing, cut from the bottom of the same pattern piece as the skirt. The hem is currently only basted. I would like to apply bias tape to the rough edge of the facing and then hand-stitch the facing in place. </div>
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The bodice is lined with the same organic cotton I made <a href="http://www.palindromedrygoods.com/2017/02/cold-shoulder-version-of-mccalls-7542.html#.WXiBGdPyuRs" target="_blank">this</a> shirt out of. As you can see in the picture above, the dress isn't quite completed. I really need to make some sort of piece to cover the inside where the straps are sewn together. The rest of the inside looks nice, but those straps seam make me cringe.</div>
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Overall, I think it turned out well. I wore it to my friend's rehearsal dinner, and for her ceremony, I was able to wear <a href="http://www.palindromedrygoods.com/2017/05/slate-blue-bridesmaid-dress-vogue-9252.html#.WXiGBdPyuRs" target="_blank">this</a> bridesmaid dress I also made. Yay for wearing two handmade things in one weekend!</div>
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It's really starting to feel like summer here in eastern Ohio. I've been hanging onto McCall's <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/478697094/mccalls-mp205m7325-size-x-small-small?ga_order=most_relevant&ga_search_type=all&ga_view_type=gallery&ga_search_query=MP205&ref=sr_gallery_2" target="_blank">MP205</a> for a while, and finally decided that the loose shape would make a perfect bathing suit cover up. </div>
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I had two yards of this beautiful eyelet from the The Tin Thimble (available for purchase, <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/490640416/embroidered-cotton-eyelet-in-camel-1?ga_search_query=eyelet&ref=shop_items_search_3" target="_blank">here</a>), but I didn't love the color. One box of 'tangerine' Rit dye and ta da! The perfect orange for summer. </div>
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The two yards I had wasn't quiiiiite enough, so I did end up having to piece together the back, but unless I had told you that, you wouldn't know. I made view D in a size small. I love that it's loose and oversized, but had it been for anything other than a cover up, I would have made the extra small. </div>
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The beauty of this pattern is that it's essentially a bunch of squares sewn together, which means it's a quick project. The self lined front and back inset pieces make for a more professional looking garment, and I would advise not skipping that step. </div>
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Usually I harp about finishing the seams of your project. Buuuuut, I didn't finish this one. I know. Tisk tisk. Shame on me. I may go over the seams with a quick zig zag, but I haven't yet, so it's not real pretty on the inside.</div>
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This summer I'd really, really, like to tackle making an actual bathing suit. I don't sew much with stretchy fabrics, because I don't wear much stretchy fabrics, but a bathing suit is something I think I would really love to make and customize for myself. </div>
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Let's talk about <a href="http://tidd.ly/2be12bcf">McCall's M7577</a>, shall we? This pattern is darling. And if you want to, you can add funky sleeves and lace insets and leg ruffles. I mean, it's a stockpile of cute-ness.</div>
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I ixnayed the sleeves, leg ruffles and lace insets and opted for a more...streamlined? look. I turned this awesome flowy, drapey, denim (that feels more like chambray) from The Tin Thimble inside out, and used the 'wrong' side (available in black <a href="https://www.etsy.com/listing/505658449/lightweight-denim-fabric-black-1-yard?ga_search_query=denim&ref=shop_items_search_4" target="_blank">here</a>). I knew I wanted a little late 60's, early 70's feel, and I knew I wanted trim of some sort. I looked through The Thimble's selection of <a href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/TheTinThimble?ref=l2-shopheader-name&search_query=trim" target="_blank">trim</a> but stumbled upon <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6220&awinaffid=453845&clickref=&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.etsy.com%2Flisting%2F266295515%2Fcotton-daisy-trim-venise-lace-multicolor%3Fref%3Dshop_review">this</a> one from Teapots and Telephones on Etsy and had to have it. </div>
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I didn't like how they left the elastic casing loose, it twisted and rolled at my waist and would have driven me crazy. So, to keep it nice and flat, I stretched the waist seam out as I sewed and stitched the seam allowance of the casing to the bodice. This means there's an extra seam at the waistline, but with all the gathering from the elastic, it's not very noticeable, its far more comfortable, and more flattering because there's not a lumpy roll of elastic in there. </div>
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Here is the inside of the romper, with the 'right' side of the denim showing. Still haven't <a href="http://www.palindromedrygoods.com/2015/10/sewcabulary-part-3-five-ways-to-finish.html#.WRG3LLzyuRt" target="_blank">finished my seams</a>, but I will. Promise. </div>
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There are cute versions of this pattern popping up on <a href="https://www.instagram.com/explore/tags/m7577/" target="_blank">Instagram</a>, so if you think this pattern is cute but aren't sure what direction to take it in, be sure to check those out. </div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #5f5f5f; font-family: "lora" , serif; font-size: 15px;">Other details: </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #5f5f5f; font-family: "lora" , serif; font-size: 15px;">Shoes are deadstock from Kork Ease. Earrings are about 100 years old from Old Navy. Bangles are vintage celluloid.</span></div>
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When one of my best friends from college asked me to be her matron of honor, I experienced a few emotions. First, I was so, so, so happy to be asked to fill such an honor! Second, I was weirded out by the fact that I am, in fact, married and therefore, a 'matron'. Thirdly, I was excited to start sewing something! </div>
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Their wedding will be lovely palette of 'stormy' blues, olive branches, white candles and will be held at the stunningly lovely Opolo <a href="http://www.opolo.com/" target="_blank">vineyard</a>, where the bride works, and where my husband and I were lucky enough to spend a couple days during our honeymoon.</div>
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I searched for dresses for a while online, just to make sure there wasn't anything I loved, and finally I gave up. I simply don't want to spend $100+ on a polyester dress. I just...I can't. Plus, this is kind of a tricky color to match and none of the ready-to-wear dresses I found that I liked were quite the right color.</div>
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I ordered four yards of this 'steel blue' 100% silk noil from Prism Silks on <a href="https://www.awin1.com/cread.php?awinmid=6220&awinaffid=453845&clickref=&p=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.etsy.com%2Flisting%2F185558424%2Fsteel-blue-raw-silk-noil-fabric-1-yard%3Fga_search_query%3Dsteel%2Bblue%26ref%3Dshop_items_search_1">Etsy</a> for around $60 and it arrived <i>so quickly. </i>Yay for good customer service!<i> </i>The pattern is <a href="http://tidd.ly/2bc79c6e" target="_blank">Vogue's 9252</a>.</div>
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This pattern is awesome. I'd recommend it to anyone who wants to make it. But, wow, be warned, there are a lot of pieces. Fourteen alone for the bodice and lining. Typically, though, with that many pattern pieces, it means the piece will fit well, and is easy to alter, because there are so many seams to make adjustments. This is absolutely true for this pattern. </div>
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My measurements are 34 bust, 28 waist, 38 hip and I cut out a size 12 for a B cup. This pattern had 2" of <a href="http://www.palindromedrygoods.com/2017/01/a-bit-about-ease.html" target="_blank">ease</a>, so I opted for the size 12 because it would fit well in the waist, and then I could slim down the bust. The top gapped <i>horribly </i>at the bust (see below, sorry for the crappy iPhone picture). This didn't surprise me, because I am shallow-chested (sort of...concave?) between my shoulders and my boobs, and the bust measurement for a size 12 was 2" bigger than my measurements. </div>
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The dress pulled the waist seam down at the sides. I'm not sure why. I think it was a combination of the waist seam being just a hair too big, and the weight of the silk skirt. To fix this issue, I took the waist seam up 1/2 on both sides, again tapering into the waist seam in the front and back, because it fit just fine there. </div>
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I also eliminated the pockets. I don't think dresses need pockets. *Gasp!* I know, some of you completely disagree with me. Honestly, I think they add bulk. And what am I going to do? Fill them with my keys and cell phone and chapstick? No. I am not. </div>
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Overall, I'm pleased as punch with how the dress turned out. I think that after the wedding, I'll add some sort of embroidered trim to the hem, but for now I couldn't find anything that matched that I love. Have you made this pattern?? The McCall's website shows the dress made out of a double sided fabric that is to die for, and I'd love to make another version out of something similar. </div>
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #5f5f5f; font-family: Lora, serif; font-size: 15px;">Other details: </span><span style="background-color: white; color: #5f5f5f; font-family: Lora, serif; font-size: 15px;">Shoes are by Sam Edelman. Bracelet was a gift.</span></div>
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