Rebecca Page - Comfy Town Blog Tour

Welcome to Rebecca Page Comfy Town blog tour.  

I am very excited by this blog tour theme. In my corner of the world the snow has already covered the grass and the kids already built their first snowman. Just because it’s cold outside doesn’t mean we cannot stay cute and cozy.

I had so many ideas for this blog tour, I decided to settle on a few key pieces for my princess! 

The first item is the Child’s Pippa Pants* pattern.  This super comfy stretch pants was perfect for showing off this cute knit print. This organic relief knit jacquard (Polar Bears, taupe) is a little heavier than your regular cotton knit.  Perfect for those cooler days.

I love how quick sew those pants are, no side seams.  This is my third pairs of Pippa pants for my princess.  This time, I went up one size to get the comfy style I was looking for but I needed to do something with the waist band which was too big on her.  This pattern doesn’t call for an elastic but I inserted a 1.5” wide knit elastic in the waist band to adjust that. 

My second key piece is the Cora Cocoon cardigan* in a French Terry.  Another quick sew.  The Cora Cocoon is a fun cardigan to keep you warm and cozy during those cooler days.  I used French Terry for the sleeve as well, making them slimmer.  Keep in mind that French Terry has less stretch than jersey knit or ribbing.  You can find my cozy ladies version here.

The final piece of this outfit is the classic tee for girls from Love Notions*.  I was originally hoping to use the new Strappy cami but she's still too small. Hint Hint we need a girls version!

I used a modal jersey knit which drapes beautifully.  Modal fibers create a silky soft fabric making it the perfect choice for Comfy Town outfit.  All fabrics used in this project came from L'Oiseau Fabric.

This Pippa Pants and Cora Cocoon patterns are available in child, dolls and ladies version.  This project is perfect for beginner sewistas, I have another pair of Pippa Pants cut in the same fabric for me and I made a little surprise for my Princess that she has not seen yet, psst don't tell her!

Please visit all the stops on the Rebecca Page Comfy Town Blog Tour. Don't forget to comment on the blogs each day and enter the giveaway posts in our Facebook group for a chance to win some prizes from Rebecca Page*.

1. Monday, November 26: Rebecca Page (Intro), bigflynotions, Stitched by Jennie
2. Tuesday, November 27: Ropp Originals, Flaxfield Sewing
3. Wednesday, November 28: Simply Kyra, Seams Sew Lo
4. Thursday, November 29: Seams Like Style, Jot Designs, Sixth Snow
5. Friday, November 30: The Sewing Unicorn, PatchWitch
6. Saturday, December 1: Sarcastic Sewist, Bellephant, Princesse et Tresors
7. Sunday, December 2: Liviality, Soul Fed on Thread, The Scatty Sewer

Take care,

Nadine 

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Rebecca Page - Autumn Blog Tour

Good day everyone and welcome to the first Rebecca Page blog tour "Turning the page sewing for the changing season".  

(La version française est disponible ici)

Over the years, the Rebecca Page collection evolved from the original brand name “Mummykins and Me by Rebecca Page” and kids patterns to a wide range of patterns for babies, kids (girls & boys), ladies and crafts patterns.  So far, I featured on the blog a few projects made from her pattern collection (including the Owl Costume & Bird costume).  I have probably completed 15 projects with Rebecca Page patterns.

I’m currently signed up for a wardrobe planning workshop . My goal is to have a cohesive, wearable and practical wardrobe. This changing season blog tour was timely for me,  I combined both activities to create an outfit that I can actually wear for this fall season. 

My first Fall project included the Peggy pencil Skirt* and Olivia peasant top*. Two new pieces in my wardrobe.   

This classic skinny black skirt was made out an heavy knit - scuba. I selected the traditional style for this pull-up.  Definitely a quick sew!

For the Olivia, please note the fabric choice will impact the finished look of the garment.  My  fabric has drape which hangs in folds and swings when I move, limiting the oversized appearance. In addition, for this version of the Olivia I went down one size to reach the look I was looking for.

I can combine those two pieces with other pieces I created in the past or I already bought.

Here is my Olivia peasant top, Peggy Skirt with the Cora Cocoon cardigan*, which is perfect for casual Fridays! 

I cannot wait to wear this Cora Cocoon, it's so warm & cozy!

I love the Olivia top with a skinny jeans for a night out with the girls.

Keep in mind that the ladies sizes are drafted for a C cup bust and a height of 5 foot 6 inches.

Rebecca Page collection is full of Fall/Winter options, including the woman version of The Riley vest which is on my to do list!

Please visit all the stops on the Turning the Page: Sewing for the Changing Seasons Blog Tour with Rebecca Page. Don't forget to comment on the blogs each day and enter a Rafflecopter giveaway for a chance to win some fantastic prizes from our fabric sponsors!

August 20: Rebecca Page (Intro), Sewjourns, Soul fed on Thread

August 21: Sarcastic Sewist, PatchWitch, Flaxfield Sewing by Anca

August 22: Princesse et Tresors, Bellephant, The Scatty Sewer

August 23: BigFlyNotions, Stitched by Jennie, Millie's Place Handmade

August 24: Sweet Sprocket, Australian Sewing, Advice & Inspiration, The Sewing Unicorn

August 25: LIVIALITY, Diskordia's Curvy Sewing, Simply Kyra

August 26: Seams So Lo, Middle River Studio, Jot Designs


Take care,

Nadine

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Rebecca Page - Changement de saison

Bienvenue à la première tournée des blogues de Rebecca Page ! 

(English version available here.)

Au fil des ans, la collection de Rebecca Page a évolué.  La marque originale "Mummykins and me by Rebecca page" offrait seulement des patrons pour les enfants, maintenant elle offre un large éventail de patrons pour les bébés, les enfants (filles & garçons), les femmes et autres projets.   Jusqu'à présent, j'ai présenté sur le blog quelques projets réalisés à partir de sa collection de patrons (plus particulièrement le costume de hibou et d'oiseau).  J'ai probablement réalisé jusqu’à présent une quinzaine de projets avec Rebecca page Patterns.

 Je suis inscrite à un atelier web de planification de garde-robe. Mon but ultime est d'avoir une garde-robe cohérente, portable et pratique. Cette tournée des blogues est opportun pour moi, j'ai combiné les deux activités pour créer une tenue que je peux réellement porter pour cette saison d'automne.

Mon premier projet d'automne consiste d’une jupe Peggy * et d’un haut Olivia*. Deux nouvelles pièces dans ma garde-robe.

C'est ma deuxième version de la jupe.  Ma première version était fait de jegging et cette version est en scuba. Les deux versions sont très confortable et très facile à faire.

Pour le haut Olivia, veuillez noter que le choix du tissu aura un impact sur l'aspect final du vêtement.  Ma version est un tissu très mince qui donne une allure un peu drapé qui bouge facilement, limitant ainsi l'aspect surdimensionné d’un autre tissu comme un coton.   

Je peux combiner ces deux pièces avec d'autres pièces de ma garde-robe, voici ma jupe Peggy, le haut Olivia avec le Cardigan Cocoon*, qui  fait un ensemble parfait pour les vendredis ! 

Le haut Olivia est versatile et peut être porté avec un jeans pour une soirée avec les filles.

Gardez à l'esprit que les tailles dames sont dessiné pour un buste de grandeur C et une taille de 5 pieds 6 pouces.

Rebecca page collection est pleine d'options pour l'automne/hiver, y compris la veste Riley qui est sur ma liste de projets !

S.V.P prenez le temps de visiter tous les blogues Turning the Page: Sewing for the Changing Seasons avec Rebbaca Page.  N'oubliez pas de commenter chaque jour et participer au concours pour la chance de gagner des prix des commanditaires.

1. 20 août: Rebecca Page (Intro), Sewjourns, Soul fed on Thread
2. 21 août: Sarcastic Sewist, PatchWitch, Flaxfield Sewing by Anca
3. 22 août: Princesse et Tresors, Bellephant, The Scatty Sewer
4. 23 août: BigFlyNotions, Stitched by Jennie, Millie's Place Handmade
5. 24 août: Sweet Sprocket, Australian Sewing, Advice & Inspiration, The Sewing Unicorn
6. 25 août: LIVIALITY, Diskordia's Curvy Sewing, Simply Kyra
7. 26 août: Seams So Lo, Middle River Studio, Jot Designs

à la prochaine,

Nadine

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Love Notions - Summer Lace Tour



Hello, I'm back at blogging with the Lace Love Notions Summer Blog Tour. When Kelly put forward the idea for Lace projects, I wanted in.  I have so many projects I wanted to try: Cartwheel top with lace back for my daughter, Sloane with lace accent, "Sexy" Luna Loungewear or Lotus Blossom blouse!   There is no limit to your imagination, I settled on a lace top with flutter sleeves.

 

My inspiration came from Banana Republic after some windows shopping.  Joking here, I don't have time for windows shopping anymore, I'm more a Pinterest and internet browsing kind of shopper. 😉  

 

Below is my inspiration for this project, which I reproduced using the Forte view C - classic tee with scoop neck and bell sleeves.

 

 

 

What do you think?  I created a great alternative to a plain black blouse-very Stylish!  This was my first time trying the Forte and I think it is a very flattering shirt.  I did not realize how many options to mix and match were available with this pattern (four top views, two dress views and six sleeve options). Definitely something to try again.

I really like the inspiration top. To reach the same style I made a few changes.  I cut one size bigger, the main reason was that I wanted a relaxed fit with a little bit more room thorough the chest.  I cut my sleeve a little shorter, three-quarter length sleeves, I was looking for a summery style.

 



The inspiration came with an interior cami for extra coverage.  No problem, Love Notions has the perfect pattern for that - Luna Loungewear. I had some left over yoga fabric from another project that I used for the cami making it super comfortable.

The last modification I made was how I finished the neckline.  I used the same technic than the Luna pattern.  I encased the edge in the neckline band to reach a clean finish without exposed seams.

 

This beautiful fabric came from L'Oiseau fabric and was perfect for this project. It has the perfect stretch.  My last step for this project is to take this flattering shirt to a night out!

 

Please make sure to visit all the other talent ladies part of this Summer Lace tour.

 

Happy Summer!

Monday: Sewing Curves SewSophieLynn Kainara Stitches

Tuesday: doodlenumber5 My Heart Will Sew On Third Shift Creations

Wednesday: Princesse et tresors Phat Quarters

Thursday: All Things Katy! Back40life, Sprouting JubeJube

Friday: Sew Like a Sloth Very Blissful Seamly Behaviour

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The Fabric Geeks - The Mix #1 (part 2)

So it turned out to be a busy January, this is part 2 of The Mix #1.  

I have three more prints to show you from the current preorder from The Fabric Geek.

I am a huge fan of the following pattern, the Rowan Tee from Titchy Threads.  I used the ''Math Nerd'' as the main fabric for this Tee and the ''Monochrome Doodle'' for the shoulder accents.

Ma machine à coudre à été très occupé en janvier. Voici la deuxième partie de la collection ''The Mix #1'' de la précommande de The Fabric Geeks.

J'ai commencé avec un de mes patrons préférés, le Rowan Tee de Titchy Threads avec le tissu ''Math Nerd'' avec le ''Monochrome Doodle'' sur les manches.

This little guy has been growing so he got lucky, I got good results with the Explorer Raglan from MBJM, so I decided to try another pattern from her collection. So I tried the Cottesloe Cowl. I used the same size than the Explorer Raglan but it turned a little big on my model. I love the colors of the ''Extinction'' fabric and the little round pockets.

Mon grand garçon grandit rapidement alors il a eu droit à un autre chandail.  J'ai obtenu un bon résultat avec le premier patron que j'ai essayé de MBJM  alors j'en ai essayé un autre. Cette fois-ci j'ai fait l'essai du Cottesloe cowl. Le chandail est un peu grand pour lui, pourtant j'ai utilisé la même grandeur que l'explorer raglan.  C'est quand même une belle réussite, j'adore les couleurs du tissu et les petites poches rondes.

The last print I had the chance to try-out is the ''Sweet things''.  I thought it would be fun to use that print on some gym clothing. So I used the Agility Tank from 5 out of 4 patterns* and the girls stride from Greenstyle Creations*.

Pour le dernier tissu, je me suis amusé avec le thème.  Des sucreries pour une ensemble de gym.  J'ai utilisé le patron Agility Tank de 5 out of 4 patterns* et girls stride de Greenstyle Creations*. 

In addition to the strike off from The Fabric Geeks, I tested the revised version of the Love Notions* Trendy Tunic.  I used the ''Sweet things'' for the details of the tunic.

En terminant, j'ai testé la version révisée du patron Trendy Tunic de Love Notions*. Le ''Sweet things'' était parfait pour ce projet.

Thank you The Fabric Geeks I had a great time again with the strike off prints. You can see part 1 here.

Je me suis bien amusé et un gros merci à The Fabric Geeks.

Nadine 

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