5oo4 - Mandy fitted tank

 

This has been the quickest project of the summer! Definitely perfect for a beginner to practice basic skill.

The pattern includes a few options, I selected the low scoop and top length.  I made a size small for this project.

Designer	5 out of 4 patterns
Pattern name	Mandy Fitted Tank*
Sizes	XXS-5XL
Options:	Regular front bodice or Full bust adjustment; Two front necklines: high scoop or low scoop Two hem lengths: top or tunic
Complexity level:	Beginner level
Seam allowance:	3/8”, 1.5cm

 

I need to talk about the fabric. I used Chitosante interlock which is a polyester fabric made with chitosan, biomass from crab or shrimps shells, combined with textile fibers. Yep, you read that right! 

It has a beautiful drape with 30% stretch and many amazing features, you should definitely give it a try:

• -        Antibacterial
• -        Odor resisting
• -        Moisture wicking
• -        Breathable
• -        Fast drying
• -        Anti-static
• -        Pill resistant and
• -        UPF 50

I planning to use this pattern again, maybe as a pajama top!

take care,

Nadine

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Back to school with Rebecca Page and Love Notions

 

What is your favorite back to school patterns? I have a few for the boys, including the Love Notions – Vanguard cargo joggers! My son loves the elasticated cuffs, makes it easy to put in his winter boots. 

I’m a huge fan of the details at the knee. I also made a pair without the details, which require a modification to the pattern. 

I completed a faux fly but skipped the cargo pockets for this version. I have made a few adjustments to ensure the best fit for my son. I started with a size 10 and extended the length of the pants, adjusted the details at the knee for the new length and extended the raised.

The Vanguard cargo joggers is part of a kit, which includes a versatile tee that can be color blocked. You can find some projects I completed with this pattern at the following links:

• Long sleeve tee
• Cargo joggers with pocket

A little bit about the fabric for the joggers. The pattern is meant for heavy-weight woven or stable knits.  I used something a little different and I’m very happy with the result. I used a lightweight stretch woven from Discovery fabric. The fabric name is black CoolVent (74% Nylon, 26% Spandex). 

Designer	Love Notions
Pattern name	Vanguard Kit
Sizes	2T-14
Options:	Color blocked tee; optional hood; crew or V neck and pockets
Complexity level:	Confident beginner level
Seam allowance:	3/8”, 1.5cm

 I completed the outfit with the Houston Henley from Rebecca Page. This was my first attempt at the T-shirt. I'm usually not a big fan of placket on the front, it never turns out very well for me.  I decided to give it a try because of the detailed instructions and the video to follow along.

I like the stylish crew neck on this pattern. I still need some practice with the front button-up placket but this is probably one of my best attempt. 

I made a size 12 without adjustment to the sizing. I used a medium-weight knit fabric. 

Designer	Rebecca Page*
Pattern name	Houston Henley – children
Sizes	12mos – 12yrs
Options:	Two sleeve lengths : short and long
Complexity level:	Advanced beginner level
Seam allowance:	3/8”, 1.5cm

It's time to say goodbye to summer in style! 

take care,

Nadine

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5oo4 boardshorts - Kids Summer fun

We spend a lot of time on the water and I decided to give another try at making swim suits. I always struggle with the elastic or the fit. I'm a little picky with my swimwear!

I started with the kids, they had outgrown last year swimwear! For the boys, I selected the 5 out of 4 swim trunk*. I used the same size for both version but I made a few adjustments for the oldest. Their measurement are very similar but the height is different.  I adjusted the length and the raise. 

I used the Jalie Nico for both tops. I tried a few different raglans but I always comeback to Jalie for a fitted top.

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My teenager also needed a new swim suit. She wanted to try a boardshort as well. 5 out of 4 offers a women version *of the boardshort so we gave it a try. I like the end result and she was really happy.

 I made her a matching top using the Jalie Valerie rashguard. 

I used a boardshort fabric for all shorts.  Have a great summer!

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5OO4 - Wilbur Sweatpants

 

My kids spend a lot of time in sweatpants, they don't like jeans!  I decided to try the Wilbur Sweatpants from 5 out of 4 patterns.  I like the shape of the leg, not too wide and not too skinny.  It was just perfect for my teenager skinny legs. 

The pattern features a few options:

- Short and pants

- Hemmed and cuffed or encased elastic

- Waistband drawstring

- Side seam pockets

 My version features the cuffed and side seam pockets. I see more of those in the future! 

Pattern : Wibur Sweatpants *

Skill Level: Beginner

Designed for Knit fabric with minimal stretch I used a French Terry with 80% cotton, 20% poly (310gsm) from 5 Oceans Fabric

Take care,

Nadine

5OO4 - K2 Fleece pullover

The Kids' K2 fleece pullover is the latest pattern I tried from 5 out of 4 patterns.  I loved the relaxed fit of the quarter-zip pullover.  It was perfect for our ski trip I was looking for something for laying over their under layer. 

The pattern includes a few options:

- Solid and contract versions (I used the solid version)

- On seam invisible zip pockets (not used in these version)

- Treasure pocket hidden in top of contrast panel (not used in these version)

This was a really quick sew with great results.  I used Polartec Windpro Discovery fabric in the version below. The fabric is a water-repellent fleece with wind resistance.  

Pattern : Kids K2 Fleece Pullover *

take care,

Nadine 

Five Oceans Fabric Round 13 Part 2 - Sofiona Designs

 

I adventured to try a new pattern company from northern Canada.  Sofiona Designs specialized in girls and miss patterns.  I love their commitment to donate a portion of all their sales to A21. From their newsletter: 

A21 is a non-profit organization that exists to free people from slavery and educate others in efforts to disrupt the demand for modern day slaves around the world.  

I tried the Miss bonefire hoodie  which is designed with a relaxed fit and separate front panel piece.  The front panel piece comes in cup sizes (A-D).   Another interesting feature is the slight hi-lo hemline. 

Multiple options are available :

Hood or simple neckband

Solid sleeve cuffs or thumb hole

Optional front pocket

I made a few modifications, including reduce the length by 1.5 inch and the sleeve by the same amount.

A little bit about the fabric, I love the bamboo spandex French terry! It's light but not slippery and has a great body.  

The Mario Odyssey is a preorder available until 14 feb. The fabric details are 95% bamboo fiber 5% spandex with a 280-300gsm weight.

The beige is currently in stock ''Sew you wild oat'' bamboo/cotton French terry. The fabric details are 66% rayon from bamboo, 28% cotton and 6% spandex.  This one is Oeko Tex 100 certified. 

For all the gamers, below are the prints currently available for preorder.

Happy sewing,

Nadine 

Five Oceans Fabric Round 13 Part 1- Love Notions

 

I received some custom print from Five Oceans fabric latest preorder.  The theme for round 13 is Mario!  The Switch is quite busy in our family, making this round quite exiting!

   

  J'ai reçu un métre de la nouvelle prévente de Five Oceans fabric qui a pour thème Mario.  Les enfants adorent Luigi Mansion, nous avons toujours pas terminé le jeu par contre!

The fabric base is a Cotton Spandex French Terry (280-300 gsm, 95% cotton 5% spandex). The name of the print is Ghosties! Any fan of Lugi Mansion?  The colors of this print are amazing.  

    La base du tissu est en cotton français, mélange cotton et spandex.  Les couleurs de ce tissu sont magnifiques et vibrantes.

For this project I used the Love Notions Vanguard kit.  I did the pants a few times and decided to try the top.  It has a few fun options.

    Pour ce projet, j'ai utilié le patron de Love Notions - Vanguard.  J'avais fait le pantalon quelques fois mais jamais le chandail.  Le patron rencontrait toutes les demandes de mon grand! 

I modified the sleeve a little I used version B but connect the bottom two pieces.

No other modification, I used a straight size 10.

    J'ai modifié les manches quelque peu. J'ai fait un deux pièces au lien de 3. Autrement pas de modification à la gradeur 10.

Below is the details of R13, lots of fun prints.

    Ici bas vous trouverez les autres tissus qui font partie de la prévente.