• Itch to Stitch,  Sewing for Women,  Testing,  Uncategorized

    Envigado Vest by Itch to Stitch

    Sometimes I sign up to test patterns because I simply love the design and it fills a hole in my wardrobe, and sometimes I sign up to test because I love a good challenge. In this case, it happens to be both of those reasons. I learned last year that I love wearing vests on chilly, Arizona days. For me, vests seem to supply just enough warmth, while also giving me extra pockets, which always seems necessary. So when Kennis (Itch to Stitch) asked for testers for her new Envigado Vest, I jumped on it! I even ordered fabric and supplies before the test began, which I never do. However,…

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  • love notions,  Sewing for Women,  Testing

    Resolution Bottoms by Love Notions

    What a way to start off the New Year! Love Notions just released a brand new pattern, The Resolution Bottoms. This pattern is packed with options! The Resolution Bottoms pattern comes with 5 views: Joggers, Straight Leg Yoga Pants, Boot Cut Yoga Pants, Leggings and Moto Leggings. In addition, there are 2 waistband options: Yoga Style and the Contour Waistband with elastic. Plus, there is the option to add pockets! For this pattern test I made the Moto Leggings with a yoga style waistband, without pockets. This seems crazy to admit, but this is the very first pair of leggings that I have made for myself. I have been wanting…

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  • Itch to Stitch,  Sewing for Women,  Testing

    The Uvita Add-On Pattern by Itch to Stitch

    My first Pattern Test of 2019 is a good one!! The Uvita Add-On Pattern by Itch to Stitch. The Uvita Top by Itch to Stitch was released last year as a free pattern. It is such a great staple pattern. The original Uvita is a relaxed, knit top that has a drop shoulder and 2 sleeve options. I have seen a lot of pattern hacks done on the pattern this year, but I am excited to say that Kennis has done the work for you and released a new Add-on pattern! There are so many possibilities with this add-on pattern. I chose to make a my top with a hood,…

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  • Personal

    Let’s Do This Thing

    It’s a New Year and I think it is about time I finally launch this blog that I have been sitting on for far too long. I have had a strong desire to document my handmade journey this past year. Mostly to for myself, so I can visually see all that I have accomplished as a Sewist, but I also feel this blog can be a helpful source to the sewing community in general. I love seeing inspiration pictures from my fellow sewing friends, as well as finding out about pattern hacks and sewing tips. So with that said, that is exactly what I plan to do. This space will…

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