Me Made May 2023 Pattern Roundup
Me Made May 2023 is almost upon us! This challenge, started a decade ago by So, Zo (a sewing blogger and podcaster) is the annual showcase where people who make their own clothes show how they wear them every day…
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I'm Ann. I've been sewing since I was 9. My first project was a denim wrap skirt. Thrifting is a way of life for me - both eco-chic and financially savvy.
Spring Mini Capsule Wardrobe to Sew
Looking to jumpstart sewing for a new season? Here’s a spring mini capsule wardrobe to sew in sizes 12-16. I’ve pulled up a winter project that didn’t get done into spring – the Pio Pants by Ready to Sew (French…
Sewing over 50: Why sewing matters for people over age 50
Sew over 50 #sewover50 is a popular hashtag on Instagram. And a lot of sewists post on Instagram. More designers are including over 50 models in their sewing pattern design features. And more of us sew! Why does sewing matter…
Hot Patterns Dragonfly Kimono Pattern Review & Sewing Tips
I love this kimono! I’ll wax poetic about it on a video (below) but here’s my review of the HotPatterns Dragonfy Kimono sewing pattern and some sewing tips for it. First, this is not your boxy kimono. There are plenty…
Athleisure Capsule Wardrobe To Sew
My favorite sewing patterns for athleisure capsule wardrobe to sew yourself. These are all easy, approachable garments with chic athleisure style. They’re much more than just simple leggings, tees and joggers. I have selected items that are upscale stylish so…
Upcycle a plaid wool skirt into a stylish capelet or poncho
Upcycle a plaid wool skirt into a stylish capelet or poncho with me – super easy, satisfying sew! I sewed two wool plaid skirts in high school (yes, I’m in my 50s…) and kept them – they were, of course,…
Spring Break Beach 2023 Sewing Pattern Recommendations
Spring Break Beach 2023 Sewing Pattern Recommendations are on my mind right now, as we just booked a trip to an all-inclusive resort in Jamaica. I usually plan to sew a lot, but I have a lot I’ve sewn, so…
HotPatterns Nexxus Tee Shirt Dress – faux wrap midi knit dress sewing pattern review
I saw a similar midi sweater knit wrap dress at Ron Jon Surf Shop a year ago November and loved it. It was, however, a full wrap dress and it was in a clingy acrylic knit. I decided to sew…
Wide leg and flare leg pants sewing pattern reviews
They’re baaaack, baby! Wide leg and flare leg pants sewing patterns are BACK! Now, if you’re like me, you might have some vintage goodies in your stash (see my post below for pics of my stash patterns! Straight outta the…
Shorts Sewing Pattern Review for 2023
Four popular shorts sewing patterns for women for 2023 that you should consider sewing! The Pietra Shorts by Closet Core This is my go-to shorts pattern. It fits really well – the legs don’t ride up, those front pockets are…