Halloween 2021

 

I'm  super exited that we are back to a ''normal'' life and the kids will be able to go out and enjoy the night.  This year, I created costumes that the kids can be comfortable to wear at school for the day.

First up, Free Guy this is the main character from Ryan Reynolds latest movie. We really loved the movie and this pre-teen loved video games.  I used Love Notions Cargo pants pattern and swiss army shirt from pattern niche. 

Costume number 2, is a Ghostbuster jumpsuit.  I created the jumpsuit from a brand new pattern from Apostrophe patterns .  This was the bunny costume which is a customized pattern, not typical patterns based on standard sizes.  Instead, the pattern is custom-drawn based on your measurement specifications, fabric choice and sewing preferences (i.e seam allowance).  This is a very interesting new way to look at pattern.  This was available free until 31 Oct. This version was missing a little bit of ease for woven fabric. 

I also included a Cricut designs.  The collar was drafted using the swiss army shirt collar.

The last costume was for my teenager, I created a Waldo outfit.  The hat was created using the Rebecca Page winter hat (size 10).  The tee is the freebie Green Tee* from Greenstyle (size D).

Happy Halloween!

Greenstyle - Lumia

Hello,

I'm super existed to show you my latest pattern testing opportunity with Greenstyle creations.  The Lumia is your own version of a perfect fitting jacket of the famous brand Lululemon.   

This beautiful style hoodie has a full zip, large pockets, 3 pieces hood or collar options and sleeve cuff options.  I really like the back yoke, giving so much style to this jacket.

The pattern is unisex, I will definitely try to make a version of this pattern for the man in my life. The instructions were easy to follow and includes nice finishing details including covering the edge of the  zipper.  I used some hand stitching to ensure my top stitching the collar and bottom band.  

Note from this project:

Black version : 

• Fabric from Discovery Fabric* - Polartec Power Shield lightweight
• Lumia* Size D reduce 1 1/2''  to the body length and 1'' sleeve
• Zipper 24'

Fuchsia version : 

• Fabric from Oiseau Fabric - French Terry medium weight
• Lumia* Size D reduce 1' 1/2''  to the body length and sleeve
• Zipper 24''

These were fun projects to do and will wear a lot.  I may also try to do the1/2 zipper hack version from the Greenstyle blog*.

Take care,

Nadine 

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5 Oceans Fabric - Round 11

Hi everyone,

We are currently in a heat wave in my corner of the worlds and I've been enjoying wearing my latest creations with the latest preorder from 5 Oceans Fabric- R11.

My first project I completed was the Bianca pullover from Greenstyle*.  This was my second attempt at the Bianca.  At my first attempt, I found the pullover too big for me. It was very boxy and oversized but my teenager though it was very trendy!  So I decided to give it another try. The fabric choice really made the difference.

Journal note

Pattern Greenstyle* -Bianca pullover:  size D with banded hem, hood and sleeveless.  I used the sleeveless hack from the Greenstyle blog, available here.

Fabric: Bamboo Spandex French Terry - Light blue faux denim from Five Oceans Fabric (280-300 gsm 95% bamboo fiber 5% spandex)

Project number 2 was a second attempt as well from a fail first attempt!  The Elevate is one of my favorite sport top pattern. I tried the overlay with a very light weight fabric and I found the back to drape too much and showing too much skin!  My lesson learned on this one was to try to add an elastic to help with the edge of the back piece.  For the version below, I used two front pieces and I like that a lot. 

Journal note

Pattern Greenstyle *- Elevate overlay: size D; used two front pieces

Fabric: Bamboo Spandex French Terry - Turquoise faux denin from Five Oceans Fabric (280-300 gsm 95% bamboo fiber 5% spandex)

For my last project, I used one of the latest release from 5 out of 4 patterns*.  The Maria tank and dress has a cute twist cross in the back.  I used the next size up to create more drape (less fitted look) for my beach cover (more going on a boat ride than beach!).

Journal note

Pattern 5 out of 4 *- Maria: size S, tunic length. 

Fabric: Bamboo Spandex French Terry - Amethyst faux denin from Five Oceans Fabric (280-300 gsm 95% bamboo fiber 5% spandex)

I'm very happy with the Bamboo Spandex French Terry, it is very soft and lots of drape!  The Round 11 is open until Aug 32 2021. If you are a Schitt's Creek fan you may want to have a look! 

take care,

Nadine

p.s. This post includes affiliate links to Greenstyle and 5 out of 4.

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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Last Call 2017!

Hello,
2017 was another amazing year and I'm looking forward to 2018.  There are a few sewing projects mainly from testing that I really love but did not share with you on this blog.  On this last day of 2017, I wanted to present you a few of them.  

Un beau bonjour,

Nous avons eu une merveilleuse année 2017.  Il y plusieurs projets de couture que j'ai complétés, surtout lors des périodes de test qui n'ont pas été présenté sur ce blog.  En cette dernière journée de 2017, je voulais vous présenter ceux avec lesquels je suis vraiment satisfaite du résultat.

Pattern/Patron : Gracious Threads* - Dax Trousers and Boulder Tee

Pattern/Patron : GreenStyle Creations* - Chelsea pants

Pattern/Patron :  Handmade Boy's Creations - Fighter Tee

Pattern/Patron :  Jennifer Lauren Handmade - Laneway dress

Pattern/Patron :  Love Notions* - Acorn Vest 

Pattern/Patron : Titchy Threads - Safari raglan

Pattern/Patron : Rebecca Page* - The Pippa Pants 

Pattern/Patron : Rebecca Page* - Spook-tastic

Pattern/Patron : Rebecca Page* - Dreamy Drape Top

Wishing you all the best for the New Year.

Je vous souhaite une merveilleuse année 2018.

Nadine 

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The Fabric Geeks - Nautical Dream pre-order

Hello,

I’m lucky enough to continue my adventure with The Fabric Geeks. I’m so happy to sew up projects just for fun. I only need to pick a pattern I love.

This time, I had the chance to try out the new solid collection the yarn dyed stripes and the new pre-order ‘’Nautical Dream’’.

First up, is the yarn dyed stripes pink and charcoal grey. This Cotton/Lycra fabric is not as heavy than the regular solid collection (190gsm vs 230gsm) but still a very good quality and so perfect for this top.

I selected the Sew Straight and Gather - Girls Legends top to feature this fabric. I tested this pattern over a year ago (see here) and it was time to make another one. I’m intensely jealous and dying to make my own!

My princess is so stylish in this stand collar top. It only took me a couple hours to complete this top from printing to finish. I highly recommend this pattern.

Secondly, the ‘’Nautical Dream’’ pre-order.   I really like the colors of this collection, specially the stripes (not feature in this post)! My latest outfit with The Fabric Geeks received a lot of love from my princess, so I decided to use the same pattern for this top.  I used the Agility Tank* with the overlay from 5 out of 4 patterns. 

I completed the outfit with the Greenstyle Creations Stride Athletic Tight.

Take care,

   Nadine 

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Un beau bonjour,

J'ai la chance de continuer mon aventure avec The Fabric Geeks.  J'adore coudre des projects pour m'amuser.  J'ai seulement besoin de choisir un patron que j'aime.

Cette fois-ci, j'ai fait l'essai de la nouvelle collection de "yard dyed stripes" et ''Anchor'' présentement en prévente.

Tout d'abord, le tissu rayé rose et gris est un cotton/lycra.  Il pèse un peu moins que la collection de couleur uni (190gsm vs 230gsm).  C'est quand même de très bonne qualité et parfait pour un chandail d'été.

J'ai choisi un patron de Sew Straight and Gather - Girls Legends pour ce tissu. J'ai testé ce patron il y a déjà plus d'un an (voir ici) et nous l'adorons toujours.  A vrai dire, je suis complètement jalouse et j'en veux un pour moi aussi!

J'adore le style de col.  J'ai complété le projet en quelques heures.  Je recommande fortement ce patron.

Pour poursuivre, la collection en prévente ‘’Nautical Dream’’.   J'adore les couleurs de cette collection, cela fait tellement été.  

J'ai utilisé l'Agility Tank* de 5 out of 4 pattern pour ce chandail.  Une autre belle réussite. J'ai complété l'ensemble avec Greenstyle Creations Stride Athletic Tight.

À la prochaine,

Nadine 

 

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