#fallforcostume with @redthreaded Details i think my favorite details are often ones you never end up seeing when the garment is worn 🍁 . . . . #sewing #historicalsewing #costume #yeoldefashionvlogger #fiberartist #historicalartist #linenenthusist #handsewing #historicalcostume  #handmade #slowfashion #historybounding #costuming #fiberart #historicalfashion #amaliajacket #scrooppatterns #scroopamaliajacket #18thcenturydress #woolpants #lazotrousers

Enjoy some behind-the-scenes silliness from the Nina Blouse photoshoot, featuring a flower that did actually get eaten, @max.silverhands and @desdrata sharing some scandalous news, Max literally beating the patriarchy, and @mm_kez doing her very best sloth claw impression. We always have lots of fun on Scroop Patterns photoshoots, because all of the amazing people I ask to model are hilarious and fun to be around! It makes it so much easier to take photos of people who are happy and relaxed. Just three days left to get the Nina Blouse on sale! Get 20% off the Nina Blouse pattern at scrooppatterns.com, AND get 15% off all the other Scroop Edwardian patterns. Or, if you are in the US you can pre-order the paper pattern from @virgilsfinegoods and get 15% off all her other Edwardian stock, including her gorgeous period accurate fabrics! #scrooppatterns #scrooppatternssale #scroopninablouse #edwardiansewingpattern #edwardianfashion #edwardianhistorybounding #edwardiansewing #edwardianblousepattern

I guess I've made a lot more things than I originally thought! Today I took some time to organize my patterns into a system that should work better for me. Modern patterns are on the left, organized by type. Historical patterns are on the right organized by era, then type. It's shocking to realize out of this full drawer, I haven't made 7 of them. Next up- sorting through the commercial patterns, and then making some shorts for the kiddo. #twigandtalepatterns #blacksnailpatterns #scrooppatterns #burnleyandtrowbridgepatterns #wildflowerdesigns

Pattern matching. Why do I hate myself 🤣 It's totally a print that you wouldn't need to pattern match but I can't help myself on the Center back seam! I'm trying to do as much by machine (that can't be seen) considering I'm trying to get this done by Sunday! Using the pattern instructions from Scroop along with American Duchess and Stitching La Mode books. This sleeve hack in the American Duchess book is GENUIS!!! Saving me a lot of time. I modified it a bit and turned up the bottom of the in the side sleeve seams (last photo). Vintage Williamsburg Botaincal print found at my favorite thrift store #eastcoastthrift Cotton muslin lining from my mom's sewing stash Pattern #angelica #scrooppatterns #1775 #italiangown #williamsburgfabric #botanticalinchintz #glazedcottonfabric #glazedcotton #patternhack

My research pile for an upcoming pattern…🤫 #scrooppatterns #scroopsewinglibrary

I have a whole bunch of "unisex" t-shirts that are so binding at the neck and too long at all hems, so ive been intending to cut them down for just ages. I finally did it this week, with a (now defunct) event tee and @scrooppatterns Wonder Unders singlet. I used cut offs from the hem to use as binding fpr the neck and straps, and i could not be happier!! I already wore this and will wear it a lot more! #sewing #scrooppatterns #wonderunders #singlet #camisole #refashion

Let’s look at View A of the Nina Blouse, and the historical inspiration behind it. 🌸 View A is taken directly from an original ca. 1910 blouse in my personal collection (Slide 2). I thought this blouse would be the perfect basis for a pattern the instant I saw it. It’s full of classic Edwardian details: lace insertion, tucks, applique lacework. It’s a fairly rare surviving example of an all lace blouse, but the base lines were also totally adaptable to an all fabric blouse, or to lace inset into fabric. Both the extant blouse and View A have a line of lace inset down the center front, slightly gathered 3/4 length cuffed sleeves, a lace yoke with no shoulder seam, lace cuffs, and a high boned lace collar. The pattern comes with extensive additional historical notes with examples of similar blouses and inspiration for other ways to decorate it. Some of my favourites are shown in the last 4 slides. ⭐️The celebrate the launch, the Nina Blouse is on sale! Get 20% off the Nina Blouse pattern at scrooppatterns.com, AND get 15% off all the other Scroop Edwardian patterns.⭐️ Just four days left in the sale! #scrooppatterns #scrooppatternssale #scroopninablouse #edwardiansewingpattern #edwardianfashion #edwardianhistorybounding #edwardiansewing #edwardianblousepattern

Est-ce que tu savais qu'au 18ème siècle, on parle de corps à baleines plutôt que de corset pour l sous-vêtement bameiné structurant porte par les femmes (et les enfants) ? J'ai enfin de nouveau un corps baleiné à ma taille ! J'ai utilisé le patron #augustastays de @scrooppatterns , option historique avec le laçage partiel devant. Pour l'âme du corset j'ai deux épaisseurs de toile de lin ancienne tissée serré-serré, la baleine c'est de la baleine synthétique, l'extérieur est un wax pas du tout histo mais trop joli + c'est une matière naturelle donc respirant et je l'avais en stock. J'ai cousu les casiers à baleines à la machine mais le reste de l'assemblage a été fait à la main selon les methode d'époque. Niveau modifications j'ai raccourci le patron par le haut sur le devant, ajouté un poil d'aisance à la taille pour être confort, et j'ai remplacé les bretelles d'origine vraiment trop courtes pour moi par des rubans de sergé qui se croisent dans le dos (c'est histo et cets beaucoup plus léger, j'adore). Il manque encore la doublure mais euh... je suis un peu charette donc elle attendra 😅 #costumiere #corsetiere #corpsabaleines #scrooppatterns #corset

I am trying to make more casual clothes and this is the first top I've made. It's the #ngaio from @scrooppatterns in size 42 with C/D cup. Went together really smooth without any adjustment for fit. #homemade #sewing #1930sfashion #scrooppatterns

The bottom of this pinafore apron has been done a year but I hated the top of it. So, mashed up the pinafore from the #scrooppatterns #taraskirt and I’m pleased with the results. #sewsewsew

Never thought the 1930s would be my thing, but since I have just finished a blouse and skirt and bought a pair of shoes I decided to Chanel my inner Greta. All pieces are for everyday wear with modern styling, but when you pit them together and style the hair they are definitely 1930s. #ngaio #scrooppatterns #wearinghistorypatterns #memeryshoes #1930sfashion #1930s

🌸Meet the Nina Blouse - a gorgeous Edwardian confection that will work equally well in your historical and historybounding wardrobes🌸 Make it as a delicate ‘lingerie waist’ in lace and light fabrics with lace insertion, or as a businesslike shirtwaist for the new professional woman in crisp cotton or tropical weight wool. ⭐️⭐️⭐️The celebrate the launch, the Nina Blouse is on sale! Get 20% off the Nina Blouse pattern at scrooppatterns.com, AND get 15% off all the other Scroop Edwardian patterns.⭐️⭐️⭐️ The Nina Blouse is available in Sizes 30-52 bust. Paper versions of the Nina are available for preorder through @virgilsfinegoods #scrooppatterns #scrooppatternssale #scroopninablouse #edwardiansewingpattern #edwardianfashion #edwardianhistorybounding #edwardiansewing #edwardianblousepattern

Dusting off my 18th century wardrobe to get ready to our Saturday event... Photo @bodeszphoto , who else? #historiccostuming #historicsewing #18thcenturycrafts #18thcenturyfashion #rococofashion #thereisroomforimprovment #sewinghistoricclothes #historicsewing #18thcentury #historicalclothing #historicalfashion #costuming #historicalcostuming #historicalclothes #scrooppatterns #18thcenturycostuming #18thcenturycostume #historicalsewing#sewinghistoricclothes #historicsewing #18thcentury #historicalclothing #historicalfashion #costuming #historicalcostuming #historicalclothes #historicalsewing

TBT to the gorgeous snuggly Sophia Mantle @Katestangledstring made as a pattern tester. Her outer is a fine worsted wool, interlined with a midweight woollen wool (the Sophia Mantle pattern includes instructions on an optional interlining, for maximum coziness). She then lined the mantle with the most beautiful silk with a small scattered floral pattern. The lining just makes this mantle so special. The effect is both lush and restrained. So beautiful!  I can absolutely imagine this in a film! The Sophia Mantle pattern is available as a solo pattern, or in a packet with other 18th century mantle patterns. #scrooppatterns #virgilsfinegoods #scroopmantles #patterntesting #18thcenturysewing #18thcenturycostuming #regencysewing #sophiamantle #regencycostuming #bestpatterntestersever

⭐️It’s the final day of the Nina Blouse launch sale!⭐️ Let’s take a deep dive into the View B Nina blouse and the historical garments that inspired it. While I adore the all-lace look of the extant blouse the Nina pattern is based on, I also wanted the pattern to be as adaptable as possible, which meant it needed an option to make it in fabric. Thus, View B. Giving instructions for both an all-lace blouse and an all-fabric blouse meant the instructions are almost twice as long, because fabric and lace use different construction techniques. I definitely cursed myself and my tendency to want to provide all the options possible in a pattern on more than one occasion as I developed this pattern. But in the end I think it’s worth it. The variety of techniques given in the instructions means the decoration and fabric options for the Nina are practically limitless. And including a second long sleeve view and a collarless neckline means the Nina can be used for years before the slim 3/4 sleeve of the original came into vogue, and after the tall Edwardian collar fell out of vogue. I looked at a wide variety of extant garments and period designs for View B. Check out slides 5 and onwards to see them. Less than 24 hours left to get 20% off the Nina Blouse pattern at scrooppatterns.com, AND get 15% off all the other Scroop Edwardian patterns. Or, pre-order the paper pattern from @virgilsfinegoods AND get 15% off all her Edwardian stock. #scrooppatterns #scrooppatternssale #scroopninablouse #edwardiansewingpattern #edwardianfashion #edwardianhistorybounding #edwardiansewing #edwardianblousepattern

Feeling the need to get this 1910s taffeta skirt out again and take more photos with it 📸 I’d LOVE to make the Seatoun Skirt in more fabrics 🪡 I have a skirt in mind for @espehickling using this pattern 👀 so many some day you’ll see a more modern version of this! For now my classic historical 1910s skirt will do 😍 #seatounskirt @scrooppatterns #1910sfashion #scrooppatterns #rillacorset #edwardianfashion #seamstress #historicalsewing #costumemaker

When @scrooppatterns asked for pattern tester for a 1915-1918 skirt I jumped at the chansen and here is the result. This is my favorite fashion era for comfortable and elegant everyday wear, I just wish Ibhad more opportunities to wear it. Read more about the making in my blog, link in bio and the pattern, with some tweaks compared to the test makes is for sale as the #seatoun skirt at #scrooppatterns #seatounskirt #edwardianfashio

It’s here!!! I was so grateful to help test the #SeatounSkirt by @scrooppatterns !!! It’s a super cute skirt that is based on skirts from 1910s! I went sort of 70s with my styling of it due to wanting to see if I could bring it into modern wear and because in Louisiana it’s like 80 million degrees out. So go grab the skirt now! It has a modern and a historical view! (And I put my pockets up really high. The pattern has them lower! ) #PatternTester #HistoricalSkirt #HistoricalSewing #1910s #ScroopPatterns #SelfishSewing #MeMadeSkirt #MeMadeWardrobe

First make of the year complete! One of the goals I had in mind when I went fabric shopping in Paris was to find something good for the Summit Dress from @scrooppatterns, and this embroidered linen definitely fit the bill. I made view B and I love the lantern sleeves. The main modification I made was having to shorten the dress to get it to fit on the fabric I had available, so it’s knee length instead of the intended mid-calf, and I should have done an FBA but didn’t, so it’s got a bit of a high-low hem going on. The fabric was a pre-cut 3m length from one of the coupon stores in Montmartre so I was a little bit shy of the pattern requirements. I also made the Gemma belt from @forgetmenotpatterns to go with the dress…I like it with or without the belt, but it’s always good to have options! I’ve also included a closeup of the embroidery, featuring my quality control supervisor hard at work. #vancouversews #scroopsummitdress #scrooppatterns #forgetmenotpatterns #fmngemma

My main modification of the #summitdress from @scrooppatterns was to lengthen the sleeves. I made that by adding a lower section, that I made by measuring my forearm. The end of the sleeve had a facing, instead of hem to keep it nice and pointy. #scrooppatterns #sleeves #homesewing

I rarely makes clothes for everyday wear, but I needed an autumn/winter dress and then @scrooppatterns released this pattern and it was perfect, except for the 3/4 length sleeves and length. So I shortened the dress and extended the sleeves. #scrooppatterns #summitdress #homemade

Obviously the next book I need to show you from the #scroopsewinglibrary is ‘Medieval Garments Reconstructed.’ It was one of my primary research sources for the Summit Dress, and it’s the book you should use if you want to make a historically accurate version of the Summit. MGR has so much information on making an accurate version that it even gives information on spinning your own wool & weaving fabric just like the original Greenland garments! There are also detailed guides to the stitches used to construct the garments, and to techniques like tablet woven edges. The bulk of the book, and the most interesting part from my perspective as a patternmaker, are the scale diagrams of the original garments and patterns, complete with photos of the garment, and the recreation. You can see that they show what is original cloth, and what is the conjectured pattern shape when pieces are missing, or when the shape of the cloth has been significantly warped over time. I had such an interesting time playing with 1/2 scale versions of the patterns, figuring out elements in common that I could use to create one pattern that looked good and fit well. I have one VERY important tip if you are buying yourself a copy of this book online - especially if you are buying from Amazon. Build a little into your budget to also buy an anti-racist book at the same time. When I bought my copy google went “Oh, you bought a book about Vikings (no, it’s not…). You know who likes Vikings? Racists and neo-nazis! You must be a racist neo-nazi! Here are ads for some really gross, scary books…” I quickly ordered Ijeoma Oluo’s ‘So You Want to Talk About Race’ and ‘Cultural Appropriation in Fashion and Entertainment’ which cleaned up my algorithm. As someone who is a historical costumer, I’m very aware of the overlap between historical costuming and (at best) romanticising the past. I think it’s really important that we actively work to make sure things linked to this hobby DON’T become linked to hate, and to pretending that the past was wonderful. It was not. #historicalcostuming #historicalcostumingbooks #summitdress #scrooppatterns #anti-racism #vintagestylenotvintagevalues

The Summit Dress is here! I always love pattern testing for @scrooppatterns, because the end result is always so stunning! I love the floofy sleeves, and IT HAS POCKETS!!!! 😍😍😍😍 The dress is so comfy for history bounding, or dressing up or down with accessories! I love a versatile garment. You can probably tell I like the swiss waist combo the best 😂 To make my dress version, you can make View B! The pattern is available on the website, and the paper pattern can be pre-ordered! #twirlydresses #dress #handmade #sewing #sewistsofinstagram #historybounding #summitdress #scrooppatterns #yesithaspockets

Current WIP the Cassandra Stays #cassandrastays #scrooppatterns #18thcenturysewing #18thcenturystays #18thcenturystaysmaking #18thcenturycostuming #historicalcostuming #historicalsewing #18thcenturyfashion

Finished the cutting down. Here you can see how much The Cassandra Stays pattern differs from the original stays. The front and back side panels aren’t that different, by the back, and especially the side front have quite dramatic changes. #historicalsewing #historicalcostume #18thcenturycostume #18thcenturystays #cassandrastays #scrooppatterns #sewing

I have disassembled the stays, removed the boning and pressed the pieces. Here put on the Cassandra pattern pieces. It really brings home how short-waisted I am. Also, the tabs will probably not look like they do on the Cassandra stays when done. These stays were originally based on an original pair from Jill Salen’s ”Corsets”, and I made them 15 years ago. #historicalsewing #historicalcostume #18thcenturycostume #18thcenturystays #scrooppatterns #cassandrastays

that’s a conical silhouette if i ever saw one 😇 finished #cassandrastays in size 36 straight on the body they were made for 🫡🧵🪡 I’m very pleased! ✨ #stays #staymaking #scrooppatterns #virgilsfinegoods #burnleyandtrowbridge #18thcentury #eighteenthcentury #historicalfashion #historicalsewing #corsetry

Some materials for my upcoming #cassandrastays : salmon worsted wool “stuff” and light pumpkin and cream striped linen. Oh yeah, and lots and lots of German plastic whalebone (closely resembles the real whalebone that was used in historical stays) - all from @burnleyandtrowbridge For the inner support layers I’ll be using mid-heavyweight linen from my stash, and making one of those layers into buckram. ✨ #staymaking #1770sfashion #historicalfashion #18thcentury #18thcenturyfashion #handsewn #handmade #scrooppatterns #linen #wool

#fallforcostume day 14: Renaissance. My local Renaissance Festival was absolutely my gateway into fantasy costuming, so I had to show off a little bit this year Swipe to see baby’s first Ren Fest sewing project in 2018- I’d fashioned a regency style petticoat out of a skirt I didn’t wear anymore and I was so proud of myself. Ah, growth. #renaissancefestival #renaissancefaire #pirate #piratecore #piratecostume #scrooppatterns #virgilsfinegoods #cassandrastays #handmade #handsewn #historicalcostume #historicalsewing #itsmadelinedesigns

Renaissance Festival shenaniganry at @pittrenfest for Pirate Weekend! Stays, shirt, and petticoat all made by yours truly. The stays are newly (mostly) finished and are the Cassandra Stays from @scrooppatterns #renaissancefestival #renaissancefaire #pirate #piratecore #piratecostume #scrooppatterns #virgilsfinegoods #cassandrastays #handmade #handsewn #historicalcostume #historicalsewing #itsmadelinedesigns

The #cassandrastayssewalong continues over at thedreamstress.com, where I cover how to finish the interior seams before the final assembly! #cassandrastays #scrooppatterns #staymaking #18thcenturystays

Throwback to the photoshoot for the @scrooppatterns #selinablouse and #kilbirnieskirt, and @ninavirgo's gorgeous grey and white checked ensemble, and her fabulous vintage umbrella. ⁠ ⁠ It reminds me of Fenella and her fascination with Grandma's swan's head umbrella in Katherine Mansfield's The Voyage. Such a wonderful description of the umbrella, and the way it "kept giving her shoulder a sharp little peck as if it too wanted her to hurry."⁠ ⁠ Luckily our photoshoot was much happier and more fun than poor little Fenella's voyage. ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #edwardianfashion #scrooppatterns #katherinemansfield #1910sfashion #1910sstyle #swansheadumbrella ⁠

Well 2021 wasn't a great year in general, but it was a great year for sewing for me. (I stress sew…)⁠ ⁠ I've just done a round-up of all my costume makes from 2021. 28 items! And I've probably missed some. ⁠ ⁠ Here are some of the highlights. Follow the linkin link in my bio to read the whole post about all my makes. ⁠ ⁠ Image 1: A jaunty 1910s ensemble featuring a #selinablouse⁠ ⁠ Image 2: A new 18th c cap, as well as ruffled trim for my #amaliajacket⁠ ⁠ Image 3: a 1900s Wrapper ⁠ ⁠ Image 4: A @virgilsfinegoods #norlandfrock for a four year old⁠ ⁠ Image 5: An 18th c red cloak, and an extremely exuberant Amalia⁠ ⁠ Image 6: A 1910s Selina Blouse and #kilbirnieskirt⁠ ⁠ What I like looking at all of these is that while I was prolific, I was also frugal and environmentally friendly. Quite a few of these items were made from re-fashioned items. The vast majority of the remainder were made from stash fabric (often originally thrifted) rather than new. And all of them were carefully and thoughtfully made, and will get lots of use. It’s a very good feeling.⁠ ⁠ #historicalcostuming #historicalsewing #scrooppatterns #thedreamstress #historicalsewmonthly #historicalsewmonthly2021

#fallforcostume Day 22: Stripes! I love stripes but haven’t made a lot of striped things. Fortunately this summer I started to change that with my #kilbirnieskirt by @scrooppatterns After months of hand sewing this got me using my machine again! It has lots of fun historical details like a boned waistband and POCKETS. Making a petticoat to go with this is on my long list of projects to do. #moarpockets #pocketsforsnacks #stripes #scrooppatterns #1910sfashion #20thcenturyfashion #historicalfashion #historicalsewing #sewingtechniques #historybounding #skirt #brooklyn

#fallforcostume Day One: Intro Hello to all the new people who have followed me on this account! My name is Holly and I do a lot of historical costuming, knitting and generally historically-adjacent things. I'm studying museum management this year and in my spare time have a small but growing historically inspired business called @tinkertonsdrygoods and have a YouTube page where I share my costuming projects. Fun fact! This photo was taken by the lovely @heytheregeorgiangirl with an antique 1900s camera from a Great War event from last weekend. Increasingly I'm trying to work towards historical clothes, practical things that look like they walked out of time. I look forward to sharing all my historical adventures! @redthreaded #costube #historicalcostuming #greatwarreenactment #wwireenacting #fallforcostume2021 #womeninlivinghistory #scrooppatterns #kilbirnieskirt

Some views from WWI I spent a very educational weekend at the Fort where I got the chance to meet and talk with some amazing living historians, discuss the long and complicated history of Suffrage and celebrate the first big event at the Fort since the start of the Pandemic. 📸: @aidenlocke Outfit Details: Hat is a thrift flip with purple and yellow flowers paying homage to the purple of the British suffrage movement and the yellow of the flag. I handmade the flag which was based off of an extant example in the Manitoba Museum (I have more fabric and the pattern so if you know someone who would want one let me know!) Skirt is @scrooppatterns Kilbirnie Skirt made with stash fabric, made for me by @sylviebonniere Suffrage buttons from @regimental_stores Pandemic mask made according to specifications from 1918 (Though cheesecloth is very breathable, this was an interpretive tool only) #kilbirnieskirt #scrooppatterns #19teensfashion #womenssuffrage #livinghistory #wwireenacting #historicalcostuming #costube #womeninlivinghistory

One more piece of my Edwardian outfit checked off the list! ☑️ I was fortunate enough to be chosen to test the recently released Ettie Petticoat pattern by @scrooppatterns It comes with four views covering 1890 to 1920 and this is View A suitable for 1890-1910 ⁣ ⁣ 🧵I gotta be honest this took what 𝘧𝘦𝘭𝘵 like forever to make. Not because it was difficult but because I’m impatient and it turns out doing lace insertion (partially) on a treadle sewing machine is kind of tedious so I kept taking breaks and dragging this make out. lol I’m so in love with the end result though! Next I’ll be making View D to wear with my #kilbirnieskirt ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ ⁣⁣⁣⁣⁣ 🧵 All of my fabric and notions are from @joann_stores #scrooppatterns #ettiepetti #petticoat #ettiepetticoat

Back 1915-1918 outfit. The pattern off the skirt is from @scrooppatterns . The blouse is an altered version from the Elsie blouse off @wearinghistory #scrooppatterns #1910sfashion #1910s #wo1 #newblouse #sewing #1916 #historicalfashion #historicalcostume #historicalcostuming #historicalsewing #historical #costuming #cosplay #cottagecore #costume #dressmaking #historicaldressmaking #20thcentury #20thcenturyfashion #kilbirnieskirt #wearinghistory #wearinghistorypatterns #elsieblouse

#fallforcostume with @redthreaded Details i think my favorite details are often ones you never end up seeing when the garment is worn 🍁 . . . . #sewing #historicalsewing #costume #yeoldefashionvlogger #fiberartist #historicalartist #linenenthusist #handsewing #historicalcostume  #handmade #slowfashion #historybounding #costuming #fiberart #historicalfashion #amaliajacket #scrooppatterns #scroopamaliajacket #18thcenturydress #woolpants #lazotrousers

Scrolla ner för svenska. ~•~*~•~ ~•~*~•~ ~•~*~•~ ~•~*~•~ I’m back to sewing historical clothing, diving into the 1910’s for a ball this fall. And as we all know a new period starta with new underwear. This is Scroop patterns Ettie Petticoat in view B (1909 -1914) and Wearing historys 1910’s brassiere. I’ve modified the later, taking out a lot of seam allowance as I’m a bust 35” and the pattern is single size for a bust 38”. The garments are made from vintage cotton bedsheets that was in my stash and a lot of different lace (also stash). I feel that sheets are a bit to stiff for the petticoat, but I hope it will work. 📒Ettie Petticoat by @scrooppatterns and 1910’s edwardian brassiere by @wearinghistory The chemise is also wearing history (1917 combination underwear, made two years ago), the corset is true vintage. ~•~*~•~ ~•~*~•~ ~•~*~•~ ~•~*~•~ Jag har börjat sy historiska kläder igen och kastar mig in i 1910-talet. Och som vi alla vet, en ny period innebär nya underkläder. Det här är Scroop patterns Ettie Pettiecoat version B (1909 - 1914) och Wearing Historys 1910’s brassiere. Jag har modifierat bysthållaren genom att ta bort en hel del sömsmån eftersom mönstret kommer i storlek 38” och min byst är 35”. Plaggen är sydda i gamla bomullslakan från stashen och en hel del spets (också stash). Det känns som om lakanen är lite för styva för den här modellen av underkjol men jag hoppas att det funkar ändå. 📒 Ettie Petticoat av @scrooppatterns och 1910’s edwardian brassiere av @wearinghistory Särken är också Wearing History (1917 combination underwear sydd för två år sedan), korsetten är vintage. #ettiepetticoat #wearinghistorypatterns #scrooppatterns #annatextilecraft #stashdown #stashdown2024 #makingfromthestash #1910sundergarments #1910sunderwear

The snow is too slushy to take my new blue wool ensemble outside, so here’s another sunny beach pic instead. Late Victorian cape and walking skirt, both sewn by me. Cape pattern is TV590 Skirt is Scroop Fantail Skirt, which I altered to add pockets on the side back seams. Wearing the skirt over the Scroop Ettie Petticoat (View A). Modern blouse & gloves. #1890sfashion #victorianfashion #walkingskirt #edwardianfashion #historicalfashion #historicalsewing #historialdress #trulyvictorianpatterns #scrooppatterns #faintailskirt #ettiepetticoat #ettiepetti #seaside #19thcenturyfashion #historybounding #sewing #sewistsofinstagram #beachday #capes #1890s

#historicalsundayundies means a sneak peek at my new #ettiepetticoat - another fantastic pattern from @scrooppatterns I had so much fun with this one, I love so many details, and was able to combine features from the different views to make exactly what I wanted. I’ll feature those later in a blog post. @virgilsfinegoods provides paper copies of #scrooppatterns , which I greatly prefer when making larger items like skirts, gowns, and petticoats (#sewhonestsunday - I get bored of taping so much paper together 😆) … #edwardian #historicalfashion #petticoat #lace #tucksandruffles

Almost got the #scrooppatterns #ettiepetticoat done over the weekend. Inserting many meters of lace is tedious but I like the result. Now I only need to attach the ruffles to the base skirt. #edwardianfashion #1910s #1916fashion #1910sfashion #ettiepettie #ettiepetti #hsm2022 #historicalsewmonthly2022 #historicalsewmonthly

Please excuse the wrinkles, but I’m almost done! It’s looking pretty good, just gotta put the top ruffle on! #ettiepetticoat #ettiepetti #scrooppatterns #edwardian

I haven’t participated in #fallforcostume because I’m a stressed out little baby at the moment, but I finally found some spoons to fuel my #ettiepetti project! So day 14: Underpinnings is very on point! I spent the whole day hemming and adding lace to the dust-ruffles - I can’t wait to wear this floofy thing ☺️ #ettiepetticoat #scrooppatterns #underpinnings #petticoat

PREORDER ALERT! The Persis Corset pre-order is now live and with a discount! If you're wanting your very own paper copy of the @scrooppatterns #persiscorset, look no further. This preorder will run from August 10th through 18th! Enjoy 15% off PreOrder pricing for 1 week only at VirgilsFineGoods.com Have a great Thursday, everyone! #edwardian #corsetpattern #scrooppatterns #historicalcostume #corset

Such a pretty corset! I loved sewing this! #persiscorset #scrooppatterns #edwardian #edwardianfashion #history #historicalsewing #historicalfashion

One of my favourite parts of pattern development is the product photoshoot. Dressing gorgeous models up in gorgeous outfits and then taking them to a gorgeous location to shoot photos? What’s not to love! (and, in case you can’t tell from the photos, the models are also delightful, hilarious people who are just plain awesome to hang around with, in addition to looking fantastic in clothes). One of my other favourite, but much, much harder, parts of pattern development is then choosing which of the resulting photos to show. There are almost always too many good ones! The Persis Corset photoshoot was particularly hard. I swear that Fipe @fipefoai and Te KuraHuia @bbeezxo couldn’t take a bad photo if they tried, and their ability to find the best light was unbelievable. 💛 Every time I was photographing one of them I’d turn around to discover that the other one had picked the most stunning light to hang out in while they waited. Plus, we were in a fabulous venue. The @katherinemansfieldhouse is full of fascinating nooks and crannies, and that aforementioned beautiful light. So here’s a few more photos from the shoot for you to enjoy, because they are too beautiful not to share! #persiscorset #scrooppatterns #newsewingpattern #patternlaunchsale #corsetpattern #edwardiansewingpattern #edwardiancorset #edwardianfashion #edwardianstyle #historicalcorsetpattern #historicalcorset #1900scorset #1900scorsetpattern

Don’t forget to get 10% off the Persis Corset in the launch sale! Sale ends midnight NZ time! That’s only 7 hours from now! #persiscorset #scrooppatterns #newsewingpattern #patternlaunchsale #corsetpattern #edwardiansewingpattern #edwardiancorset #edwardianfashion #edwardianstyle #historicalcorsetpattern #historicalcorset #1900scorset #1900scorsetpattern

Want to know more about the corsets that inspired the Persis Corset pattern? Head over to thedreamstress.com for a look at the advertising images, period writing, and extant corsets that I looked at as I researched and created the Persis Corset. Here’s a peek at some of the images that I informed my research And don’t forget that there’s just 36 hours left to get 10% off the Persis Corset pattern in the launch sale! #persiscorset #scrooppatterns #newsewingpattern #patternlaunchsale #corsetpattern #edwardiansewingpattern #edwardiancorset #edwardianfashion #edwardianstyle #historicalcorsetpattern #historicalcorset #1900scorset #1900scorsetpattern

Showcase on Rhia of @rhia_evildressmaker and her beautiful Persis Corset! Rhia’s corset is a great example of blending views and sizes. She combined the View B top and View A hem. Her fabric is a cotton coutil in one of the pale brown shades so popular in corsetry of this period, and she opted for very simple trimming, to keep the corset sleek under outer wear. For sizing, she blended between a 42 and 44, to accomodate a narrow ribcage, and used the Average pattern pieces for the back, and the Slender pattern pieces for the hip, as she has slim hips and a fuller bottom. She used the Small bust pieces. She’s really showing off the ‘hip subdued’ figure that corset ad I showed yesterday promised. You can really see the way this style evolved from the Edwardian straight front in her photos. She liked that “the instructions mentioned I can add more or remove boning if I feel the need, so I chose more in front for bust support and less at the back. “ Thank you Rhia for your detailed feedback. 💛💛💛 #persiscorset #scrooppatterns #newsewingpattern #bestpatterntestersever #patterntesting #patternlaunchsale #corsetpattern #edwardiansewingpattern #edwardiancorset #edwardianfashion #edwardianstyle #historicalcorsetpattern #historicalcorset #1900scorset #1900scorsetpattern

Let’s talk about the sizing for the Persis Corset. The Persis is available in sizes 30-52. That covers bust 30’’/76.5cm to 55’’/139.5cm, with three different cup options, and hips 32’’/81 to 56’’/142cm, with two different hip fits. Two hip sizes means it’s easier to get the fit perfect no matter what the difference between your waist and hip: quite straight, or very curvy. The bust cup sizing is fully graded, so it’s totally proportional to the size of the corset, and to amount of moveable flesh you have. Getting those fabulous curves in corsets is all about how easy it is to move squish around: it’s not about squeezing you in, it’s about rearranging! The cup sizes take this into account, and you can see how perfectly they fit on the models: no dent lines and muffin tops, and no gaping. The boning layouts are also customised for different size ranges, so that every size gets the appropriate amount of support and shaping from the boning. The first image is an illustration of how the boning layouts change in different size ranges Unfortunately I’m not currently able to expand the Scroop Pattern size range for complicated patterns like the Persis. Size Pack C is by far my worst selling size pack for every pattern. In fact, in most patterns I don’t even sell enough of Size Pack C to cover the cost of developing the sizes above Size 46 (the top size in Size Pack B). I use the sales of smaller sizes to subsidise the work and development that goes into sizes 48-52, because I think it’s important for historical sewing patterns to be as inclusive as possible. With no evidence for a significant amount of demand for the largest sizes I already produce, I literally can’t afford to add more sizes. I do include an extended range (up to size 56) in patterns like the Fantail Skirt, that are cheaper to grade. If you want to see additional sizes in patterns like the Persis the best way to encourage that is to buy Size Pack C, even if you have to grade it a little to make it fit you. #persiscorset #scrooppatterns #patternsizing #sewinclusive #corsetpattern #edwardiansewingpattern #edwardiancorset #historicalcorsetpattern #1900scorset

Spotlight on View B of the Persis Corset! ⭐️🌸Just four days left to get 10% off the Persis Corset pattern!🌸⭐️ Fipe @fipefoai models a View B Persis made of cotton coutil in ‘drab’,* with bindings in cotton sateen. View B of the Persis has a sweetheart neckline that dips lower between the breast than View A and curves up to sit just above the nipple, a high back neckline, and a bottom hem with a squared-off front hem point, less upward curve over the thighs, and a higher back hemline than View A. While we opted for a simple lace finish for this corset, View B would look spectacular with the fancy pointed lace finish shown in the View A sample! *’Drab’ is a light brown shade. It was one of the most popular corset colours in the late Edwardian era. While it’s a very pretty colour, it is, admittedly, not a very appealing name by modern standards! #persiscorset #scrooppatterns #newsewingpattern #patternlaunchsale #corsetpattern #edwardiansewingpattern #edwardiancorset #edwardianfashion #edwardianstyle #historicalcorsetpattern #historicalcorset #1900scorset #1900scorsetpattern

Bit by bit, I am making progress. I can only really do 8-10 grommets at a time due to the heat (hammering is hard work, even in the aircon!). #sewingadventures #historicalcostuming #1910sfashion #TitanicEra #costuming #corsetry #scrooppatterns #RillaCorset

Slowly, slowly, easy does it... #sewingadventures #historicalcostuming #1910sfashion #TitanicEra #costuming #corsetry #scrooppatterns #RillaCorset

Progress on my #scrooppatterns #rillacorset is going much slower than it should be for a variety of reasons, but I LOVE brocade I used for the binding. I’m a little worried my lace edging will clash. Thoughts?

Details of my late Edwardian corset Pattern: @scrooppatterns Rilla Corset 📸@elizabeth._.iona . . . . #historicalcostuming #historicalfashion #fashionhistory #historicalsewing #edwardiandress #edwardianfashion #edwardian #historicalcostume #edwardiancombinations #rillacorset #scrooppatterns #corset

Who is enjoying the summer sun this weekend?! ☀️ Some dreamy white photos I took in my #rillacorset in my back garden a few weeks ago. The beautiful white fabric is a cut spot chiffon I’m going to use to make a Regency dress soon, it’s so dreamy and floaty and I can’t wait to sew with it! Pattern @scrooppatterns #corsethistory #schoolofhistoricaldress #corset #1910 #scrooppatterns #sewing #refashionista #sewingbeestyle #sewincolour #sewersofinstagram #youngsewer #janome #ethicalsewing #ethicallymade #recycledfashion #fashion #ecosewing #summersewing #memade #imadethis #instasew #handmade #historicalfashion #sewingbee @scrooppatterns

Two days left for the Scroop Patterns Pre Order Sale! All of these patterns are available at a discount until 11:59pm May 1st! We're so excited to offer the @scrooppatterns line in paper format through our store! Even though we're solidly in to spring here in Ohio I keep eyeing the #OtariHoodie because I want a cute gnome hoodie 🤣 Go to virgilsfinegoods.com for all the goodies! #indiepatterns #paperpatterns #scroop #scrooppatterns #virgilsfinegoods #sale #sewingpatterns #historicalpatterns

Doing a little weekend mending. My very first Otari Hoodie developed holes in the elbows, so I’ve applied patches of the original fabric and wrestled the sleeves around under the machine to stitch them on. Tricky, but so satisfying to keep a well made garment going for another few years as my gardening and tramping hoodie! For me making is not just about the creation process, but about respecting what goes into my makes: good materials, and my own valuable time. #mending #scrooppatterns #otarihoodie #wastenotwantnot #zerowastewardrobe #slowfashion

In addition to comprehensive instructions, the #otarihoodiesewalong has all the details on making an absolutely beautiful version of the hoodie for yourself. 💛⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ The Sew-Along is linked at the bottom of the pattern page - it's always worth scrolling alllllllllll the way down on the pattern pages on ScroopPatterns.Com to see what fun things are linked in the 'Tutorials and Pattern Hacks' section! 😁⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #otarihoodie #sewingtips #scrooppatterns ⁠⠀

Flashback to summer and photos of my @scrooppatterns #otarihoodie I used the same fabric as was used for the sample versions. #itsnotcopyingitsflattery Those eagle-eyed folks will notice I’m also wearing a #scrooppatterns #fantailskirt 😃

I forgot to take a picture earlier, so you get today's #mmmay2020 pic in my pjs. While I was cold today at work, I wore my #otarihoodie by #scrooppatterns - I was a tester for this and I still love the one I made and carry it in my backpack all the time. I made mine in an Amy Butler cotton interlock, so it's not super heavy. Perfect for the occasional chill! #memademay #memademay2020 #imakemyclothes @scrooppatterns

Finally #OnTheBlog My #ScroopPatterns #OtariHoodie teamed up with the #FantailSkirt The hoodie was only finished just over a year ago! 😆 #sewing #sewnz @scrooppatterns

Whenever I do photoshoots for patterns I give the models who aren't in front of my proper camera my point and shoot cameras to play with. Sometimes they have WAY too much fun with the unofficial photoshoot, and I end up with gems like this, from the Otari Hoodie shoot.⠀😂🤣😂 ⠀ (best models ever!)⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #sillysunday #scrooppatterns #otarihoodie #scroopotari #sewingknits #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #makersofinstagram #makerslife #creativecommunity #indipatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram #designer

A quick pair of #wonderunders makes a nice mental break from a big sewing project, or, in my case, a lot of maths and pattern drafting!⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #sewingknits #scrooppatterns #scroopwonderunders #indiesewingpatterns #slowfashion #sewyourownslowfashion #sewityourself #memadeeveryday

It's been chilly this week, so I whipped up a merino singlet last night using some lovely light merino to keep me warm. I have also cut a second singlet and two dress slips that I will finish up tonight. But finishing this one ticks off the second of my make nine patterns for the year - merino base layers 😁. Pattern: @scrooppatterns wonder unders singlet Fabric: @wearethefabricstore charcoal merino Fold over elastic from @wishcraft_nz #memademay #memademay2021 #makenine2021 #makenine #merino #thefabricstore #scrooppatterns #wonderunders #scroopwonderunders #winterwardrobe #sewingforme #sewersofinstagram #sewersgonnasew #imadethis #sewnz #nzsews #sewingproject

Nothing is nicer on a Sunday morning than a really comfortable pair of #memade knickers (actual pair not shown! )⠀ .⠀ .⠀ Get your own Scroop Wonder Unders pattern by following the link in my profile⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #wonderunders #scroopwonderunders #scrooppatterns #memadeeveryday #sewing #betterthanaboughtone #sewingisfun #ownsewn #memadewardrobe #sewingwithknits #sewingisfun #sewingfun

A different kind of #steppingup. One of the things that made the biggest difference in stepping up to the commitment of a #memade wardrobe was figuring out a knickers and singlet pattern that worked for me and that I would happily wear every day. The sewing is simple, but the mental step up was huge! And the happiness boost of putting on unders that fit perfectly every day is pretty awesome! . . . #sewphotohop #scrooppatterns #wonderunders #scroopwonderunders #memadeeveryday #sewyourown #sewingwithknits #betterthanbought @houseofpinheiro @abakhanfabrics

Finished! 👗😍 #scrooppatterns #henriettamariadress

And the winner of the Scroop Patterns pattern giveaway (chosen by random name generator last night at 10.30pm) is... @anna.bodewig.vintage! Congratulations Anna! ⠀💐 .⠀ Anna chose the Henrietta Maria Dress & Top Pattern!⠀ .⠀ Thank you to EVERYONE who entered! I really appreciate the feedback on which patterns people are most excited about - it's giving me great ideas of where to go with future patterns. I do hope you find this account interesting enough to keep following it for sewing ideas, pattern updates, future sales, and probably more giveaways! ⠀😁❤️ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ And now I get to go do the really fun part of giveaways, which is checking out all the entrants and finding tons of awesome new accounts to follow! ⠀😉😁💕 .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #sewing #givewaway #sewingpatterns #indiepatterns #indiepatterndesigner #indiesewingpattern #sewinggiveway #scrooppatterns #henriettamariadress #winner #yaysewing #sewingfun ⠀

Day 19 and a repeat #scrooppatterns #scrooppatterns #henriettamariadress #mmmay17 #mmm17 #memademay #isewmyownclothes

Day 3. #henriettamariadress #scrooppatterns #memademade2017 #memademay #mmmay17 #scroophenriettamaria

Sewing cartridge pleats, so satisfying. Nearly there! #scrooppatterns #henriettamariadress

Finished my dress, first make of 2017. Really happy with it especially as I lost my sewjo totally last year. I have another planned of this great pattern. Love the pleats, such fun #scrooppatterns #henriettamariadress #fabricsgalore #thedreamstress

I spent last week indoors hiding from the heat and cutting out and fitting patterns. This #scroophenriettamaria blouse was the last to be cut out and so was the first to be sewn. I just love the tucks at the neckline and cuffs. I’ve made this pattern a couple of times before in viscoses but in this stiffer linen the tucks are much more pronounced. #tntpattern #scrooppatterns #sewover50 #sewsewsew #sewcialists

I need a little sunshine in my week, so what could be more fitting than this gorgeous take on the Henrietta Maria Dress & Top fabulously modelled by @sew.stoked 💖⁠ .⁠ Danielle shares my love of yellow and fantastic shoes, both on display here!⁠ .⁣⁠ .⁣⁠ .⁣⁠ .⁣⁠ .⁣⁠ .⁣⁠ .⁣⁠ #bestmodelever #scrooppatterns #sewingtops #scroophenriettamaria #henriettamaria #memade #memadewardrobe #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewinclusive #sizeinclusivesewingpatterns #indiepatterndesigner #indiepatterns #sewindie #indiepatterncompany #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #indiesewing ⁠

The Henrietta Maria Dress & Top fabulously modelled by @sew.stoked 💖⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ This photo never fails to make me happy - and my own Henrietta Marias never fail to make me feel both comfortable and elegant. ⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ #bestmodelever #scrooppatterns #sewingtops #scroophenriettamaria #henriettamaria #memade #memadewardrobe #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #sewinclusive #sewcurvy #sewbright #plussizesewing #indiepatterndesigner #indiepatterns #sewindie #indiepatterncompany #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #indiesewing

Hooray! I'm so excited to have reached 5000+ followers! 🎉😊⁠ .⁠ Obviously 5000 deserves a celebration! And my other account, @thedreamstress, reached 50,000 followers the same day! ⁠ .⁠ So I'm giving away two Scroop Patterns here, and one via @scrooppatterns! That's three chances to win!😀😀😀⁠ .⁠ 💛 For your FIRST chance to be in to win a Scroop Pattern follow this account, and leave a comment on this post with the name of the Scroop Pattern you'd like to win.⁠ .⁠ 🧡 For your SECOND chance to win the Scroop Pattern of your choice share a photo of an item you've made from a Scroop Pattern, or an image of the item you'd like to make from scrooppatterns.com, and tag #scrooppatterns and @scrooppatterns⁠ .⁠ ❤️ See @thedreamstress for what to do for your THIRD chance to be in to win.⁠ .⁠ Follow the linkin link in my profile to see all the Scroop Patterns 💛🧡❤️⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #patterngiveaway #giveaway #eastbournetrousers #mahinacardigan #scroophenriettamaria #sewinggiveaway

Wearing my chambray Henrietta Maria dress from a very well written pattern from @scrooppatterns. I love the neckline! #memademay #memademay2020 #scrooppatterns #scroophenriettamaria

My Saturday project - a Henrietta Maria top in a floaty voile. #scrooppatterns #scroophenriettamaria

There is more Fearne to come - so enjoy that, I guess ... Please also enjoy that these photos of a faun in the shadows were shot by @shadowfawnphoto for @wellingtoncpf .... Mister and Fearne made by me. Jacket is based on the Amalia Jacket from @scrooppatterns @virgilsfinegoods. Characters belong to @critical_role based on art by @agarthanguide #criticalrolecosplay #fearnecallowaycosplay #fearnecalloway #historicallyplausiblecosplay #amaliajacket #scroopamaliajacket #scrooppatterns #selfmadecosplay

I love that hats were often worn atop caps in the 18th century. It makes so much sense: your hat doesn't get sweaty and dirty and stained, and you can simplify your hairstyle so much by covering most of it with a cap. ⁠ ⁠ For this event both my bergère hat and cap were borrowed from the wonderful @lindsey__woolsey because my caps were being lent to other people and her bergère matched my sash perfectly. ⁠ ⁠ Also featuring the lovely @dani_sews in the second photo. ⁠ ⁠ #georgianjanuary2025 hosted by @dames_a_la_mode Day 26 'Atop'⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #18thcentury #18thcenturyfashion #angelicagown #18thcenturydress #georgianstyle #georgianfashion #amaliajacket #scrooppatterns #1780s #1780sstyle #1780sfashion #costumehistory #historicalcostumer #historicalfashion #historicalcostume #fashionhistory #18thcenturystyle #thedreamstress

#georgianjanuary ‘Reflections’⁠ ⁠ Going with the obvious here! ⁠ ⁠ #amaliajacket #scrooppatterns #otariwiltonsbush

#fallforcostume day 6: wool. This little jacket was made out of a wonderful wool crepe from @firecrackerfabrics and I used @scrooppatterns Amalia jacket for the pattern. It still needs some alterations - I set the sleeves about an hour before this picture was taken! #hobbit #hobbitcore #scrooppatterns #amaliajacket #virgilsfinegoods #historicalfashion #historicalsewing #historicaldress #historicalcostume #dressmaker #fantasy #fantasycostume #firecrackerfabrics #firecrackermakes #itsmadelinedesigns #itsmadelinesews

Hot summer weather and want a breezy tee you can sew up in one evening? ☀️ The Te Aro top has you covered!⁠ ⁠ Cold winter weather and need a cozy cocoon dress you can make in a hurry? ❄️ The Te Aro also has you covered! ⁠ ⁠ I do love a good trans-seasonal pattern! 🌱🍂 There's even an office-appropriate dressy view with statement sleeves ⁠ ⁠ Never sewn with knit fabrics? No worries! The pattern has detailed instructions to make it easy. ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #scrooptearo #scrooppatterns #sewingwithknits #indiesewingpatterns #indiepatterndesigner

it’s my #Scrooppatterns Te Aro dress out in the wild. celebrating 12? or is 13? years since that cute 🍯 asked me to be his non-wife wifey. We call it Dillon day ❤️ . . . #scrooppatterns #scrooptearo #scrooppatternstearodress #rita #non-wifewifey

Originally, this textile was an 18th-century chintz – a glazed cotton fabric printed with floral motifs, widely used in fashion and interiors around 1780. For this project, I carefully digitized the original museum design, preserving its authentic character, scale, and color palette. ⠀ The fabric you see here is my own historical reconstruction, created for a research project. Soon, it will become a robe à l’anglaise from 1780–1785, made using the @scrooppatterns Aidah Gown pattern. ⠀ Recreating historical textiles is a fascinating way to bridge past and present. Would you wear a dress made from this chintz-inspired fabric? ⠀ #historicaltextiles #18thcenturyfashion #chintz #reproductionfabric #digitalreconstruction #costumemaker #robealanglaise #fashionhistory #historicalsewing #aidahgown #scrooppatterns #researchproject #18thcentury #1780 #historicalcostume #historicalgown #periodcostume #historicallyaccurate #slowfashion #fashionhistory #fashionarchives #behindtheseams #artisanalprocess #historicalfashion

The back of my #scrooppatterns #aidahgown! I’m so excited to see how this turns out! #18thcentury #18thcenturyfashion #18thcenturysewing #handsewing

Over a week ago we passed a wonderful weekend with our lovely friend @albertine.charlotte following the invitation of @les_soirees_amusantes to Basel for a day of enjoyment and leisure in the "Wildtsche Haus" an amazing 18th century mansion. Thank you so much @jean_gatien_heurteloup and @mrs_ermitage for making that possible! Picture by @the_sewing_historian [picture description: two woman and a man in 18th century costumes in a historical room] #werbung (unbezahlt) #reenactment #rococo #rokoko #livinghistory #historicalcostume #historischeskostüm #18thcenturyfashion #18thcentury #18thcenturycostume #18tesjahrhundert #scrooppatterns #aidahgown #1770sfashion #1780sfashion

Saturday was a solo con day for me, so this was the only full picture I have of the #breakuprobeanglaise I know more will be coming out as ppl start posting...and that I actually have to take the damn pictures myself, too🤣🤣 I didn't win, or even place at the #crownchampionshipsofcosplay, but I knew that going in. I always know I'm not going to win, but not bc I don't think I'm good enough or "it was rigged" or whatever. And I actually push back against ppl who say that (even as a joke). Fact if the matter is I'm just not "good enough" yet. I've been sewing for well over 2 decades, but only doing cosplay for maybe 4 or 5 years. The winners have put in their 10,000 hrs (and then some), and I'm still working toward that. And I'll get there one day, but it will take time. I also know what I enter isn't what (traditionally) wins. I don't enter big ball gowns, intricately carved armor, giant props with LEDs, or things that are super trendy at the moment. Zero shade to those who do, bc that is you and your passion. My passion is historical shit, niche musicals, something that I find funny, or one of the DOZENS of HUFS rejects I've submitted over the years. Shit not everyone will get, but the ones that do go FERAL (and I love that). That doesn't win/place in cosplay competitions, but they get in, so where is that link to sign up? At the risk of sounding like a high school football coach, my only competition is me. I busted my ass on this and am super proud of it...but I want my next build to be better. Making this entire thing was a challenge, and now I'm ready for another. And don't worry, the Break up Robe Anglaise will be at future cons/events bc I like it, it is comfy, and I worked hard on it. #ofmd #ofmdcosplay #youwearfinethingswell #scrooppatterns #aidahgown #thankyounext #readyforanothergo

Ok, I *think* I have this installation figured out. Wish me luck as I try too so this Thing. As The Gentleman Pirate himself said, "Sewing sounds dangerous." It is, sir. It certainly is. (But lookit that seam lineup😉) #breakuprobeanglaise #scrooppatterns #aidahgown #ofmd #crownchampionshipsofcosplay

It is still #georgianjanuary2024 by @modernmantuamaker and today's word is "large"... Large like the hot air balloon that happens to be in out city-park, or large like my backside with the double bumpad I am wearing under my #aidahgown I made by testing @scrooppatterns pattern back a year ago. Photo @bodeszphoto , who else? #georgianjanuary #georgianjanuary2024large #historiccostuming #historicsewing #18thcenturycrafts #18thcenturyfashion #rococofashion #thereisroomforimprovment #sewinghistoricclothes #historicsewing #18thcentury #historicalclothing #historicalfashion #costuming #historicalcostuming #historicalclothes #scrooppatterns #18thcenturycostuming #18thcenturycostume #historicalsewing#sewinghistoricclothes #historicsewing #18thcentury #historicalclothing #historicalfashion #costuming #historicalcostuming #historicalclothes #historicalsewing

It took 3 nights (and about 8-ish hours, but I FINALLY finished step 7, which was doing a very new-to-me still (English Stitch) for 19". I might have done them a little smaller than instructed, but it lays flat and is clean. WOO! Time for pasta & wine! #breakuprobeanglaise #aidahgown #ofmd #scrooppatterns #eccc #youwearfinethingswell

Am I this cool, or am I cutting VERY BRIGHT fabric, and looking away from it kinda fucks with my vision. Cutting the fabric & linings, as well as flatlining so many pieces for the #breakuprobeanglaise has been an ongoing process, but I am almost done. Actual sewing has been going on in between, and now we're about to start the bodice. Pray for my sanity! #breakuprobeanglaise #scrooppatterns #aidahgown #eccc #ofmd #ofmdcosplay

The best autumn vibes. 🧡🖤 #aidahgown #mariemantle #scrooppatterns @scrooppatterns @virgilsfinegoods

I finally got pictures of my finished 18th century Angelica gown on my dress form. I made a sash and some bows out of pink silk that matches pretty well, left from my late Victorian corset. I have the pink on the hat, and made some bows from the stripe for either my hair or the hat. I also added polonaise ties for dancing. I'm ready for @thebridgetownball on Saturday! I'll be making some matching pockets today from the stays fabric. Gotta have somewhere to put my stuff 🩷💚 #angelicagown #scrooppatterns @scrooppatterns #bridgetownball #historicalcostuming #historicalsewing #imadethis #seamstress #bridgertonsonnetflix #bridgerton #18thcenturyfashion #18thcenturystyle #18thcentury

I have two sleeves finished! Not the bodice. Not the stays that must go beneath the unfinished bodice. But progress is progress. #angelicagown #scrooppatterns #ikeaduvet #handsewn

Instead of monochrome black and white, here's a shout out to my favourite costuming colour: yellow, with gold on gold stripes in golden light.⁠ ⁠ #georgianjanuary2025 'Monochrome'⁠ ⁠ #angelicagown #scrooppatterns #historicalcostuming #18thcenturycostuming #italiangown

My next make of 2024 was finishing my #angelicagown for Halloween that I started during the #angelicathon and didn't finish it. Mine is inspired by #agathaharkness and I'm really happy with how it turned out! #agathaallalong #18thcenturyfashion #scrooppatterns #virgilsfinegoods

Today sucks and I've got zero energy or brain for stuff, so here's when I did and could get some test pictures of a gown that only took me two years to finish (sorry, @scrooppatterns ). I'd originally been a pattern tester for the Angelica gown, then work and ADHD and having to go off Adderall all piled up and I had a mostly-finished bodice and pile of skirt fabric sitting around. This year has been multiple levels of shitty, but I've finally nearly finished working through a few unfinished projects, and I've got myself a lovely, swooshy silk gown. (Also I didn't mean to have the flower border here, but propping my phone on a trellis for pictures got them in frame and hey I'm ok with this) #sewing #cosplay #historicalsewing #angelicagown #scrooppatterns #18thcentury #18thcenturyfashion #handsewing #18thcenturysewing #fabricguru

I'm so excited to share more photos of my 18th Century Agatha Harkness costume! I'm thrilled with the fit over my stays and false rump! This is the Angelica Gown from Scroop Patterns and Virgil's Fine Goods. My video about making it is now up on my YouTube channel! @scrooppatterns #angelicagown #angelicathon #18thcenturyfashion #agathaharkness #18thcenturyagathaharkness #scrooppatterns #virgilsfinegoods

Professional portraits of me in my @scrooppatterns Angelica gown with hand embroidered petticoat from the @costumersofcolor Chevalier Ball. 📸1: @aleksvuphotography 📸2: @girl_with_the_blue_hair #CostumersOfColor #SalonAtPalaisRoyal #chevalierevent #ChevalierBall #18thCenturySewing #18thCenturyDress #18thCenturyDressmaking #angelicagown #scroopangelicagown #scrooppatterns #italiangown #handembroidery #embroideredpetticoat #HistoricalSewing #historicalcostume #historicalcostuming #bipoccostumer #polynesiancostumer

Did some adventuring in my newly finished Angelica Gown this afternoon! Photos will be forthcoming later this week! #angelicagown #scrooppatterns #halloween2024 #18thcenturyfashion #agathaharkness

I'm excited to share my latest 18th century gown! This is the @scrooppatterns Angelica gown (1775-90) that I wore to the @costumersofcolor #ChevalierBall. It is made out of teal silk taffeta purchased from @fashion_fabrics_club with a hand embroidered petticoat of light pink silk taffeta from @fabrixsf . The engageantes are cotton mull from @burnleyandtrowbridge with vintage scalloped lace edging. I used a vintage buckle for my belt. My lavender wig is an @ardawigs and I used the 18th Century Hair & Wig Styling book by @demoder to make it with a wig support made by @mutton_dressedas_lamb . It's adorned with silk ribbon flowers that I made. I used extant examples of petticoats from this time period for inspiration for the embroidery on my petticoat. It took much longer than I envisioned to embroider it, so I did it in two stages, with the vine border and flowers in the first stage. I simplified the design with simple flowers and chainstitch embroidery. The last photos are from my county fair and include pics of stage one of the petticoat embroidery. I was honored to not only be awarded a Best of Show for this ensemble, but also the Best of Show Overall and 1st Place People's Choice. Gown: @scrooppatterns Angelica in silk taffeta Petticoat: self-drafted in silk taffeta Shoes: @americanduchess Kensingtons dyed by me Jewelry: @inthelongrundesigns Wig: @ardawigs Cockade: @mutton_dressedas_lamb Chevalier 📸: @chai_and_parche #SalonAtPalaisRoyal #CostumersOfColor #18thCenturySewing #18thCenturyDress #18thCenturyDressmaking #scrooppatterns #scroopangelica #scroopangelicagown #polonaise #embroideredpetticoat #handembroidery #18thcenturyembroidery #BIPOCcostumer #polynesiancostumer #HistoricalSewing #chevalierevent

Latergram for the #angelicathon. Cutting my pattern pieces for the IKEA duvet Angelica. This will be my practice/wearable muslin. I’m planning on making an evening style Angelica too!! #ScroopPatterns #historicalcostuming #plussizehistoricalcostume #plussizehistoricalsewing #ScroopAngelica

I’m in the Northern Hemisphere enjoying summer weather, so here’s my favourite summer outfit: the Eastbourne Trousers paired with a Miramar Top. The Eastbournes are such perfect travel clothes! So comfortable, huge pockets, but I still feel put together and glamorous. And the Miramar is all the comfort of a t-shirt with more interest- and great sun protection for the back of your neck. #eastbournetrousers #scrooppatterns #scroopmiramar #miramartop #indiesewingpatterns

I couldn’t decide which of my #scrooppatterns makes to share so here’s a selection! #fantailskirt #scroopmiramar #scroopngaio #otarihoodie #eastbournetrousers Wonder if I might win another pattern? 🤔 #scrooppatterngiveaway

Oh my word! I have discovered the luxurious comfort of a soft knit blouse! Pictures of the finished product to come! #sewistsofinstagram #sewthroughtheyear #sewoverit #sewthrough2021 #sewingismytherapy #historybounding #scrooppatterns #scroopmiramar

Hey, @scrooppatterns! I have a new skirt and tunic in my future! #sewistsofinstagram #sewthroughtheyear #sewoverit #sewthrough2021 #sewingismytherapy #historybounding #scrooppatterns #fantailskirt #scroopmiramar

ITALIANO PIÙ IN BASSO I can't believe I finished another work following a pattern!!! I am so proud of this! Here you are the #francesrump designed by @scrooppatterns . The instruction were very detailed and easy to understand and follow. I'm sure this final result will give the proper silhouette to my gown 💕 Quasi non ci credo che ho finito un altro lavoro seguendo un cartamodello! Sono così orgogliosa! Ecco a voi il Frances rump disegnato da scrooppatterns. Le istruzioni sono state molto dettagliate e facili da capire e seguire. Sono sicura che questo risultato darà la giusta silhouette al mio vestito 💕 #historicalsewing #historicalfashion #rococo #marieantoinettedress #rococofashion #marieantoinettestyle #marieantoinettegown #historicalfashion #historicalpattern #18thcenturydressmaking #18thcenturyfashion #18thcenturygown #historicaldressmaking #georgiangown #georgian #rococo #francesrump #scrooppatterns #fauxculs #bumpad #falserump #historicalundergarments #historicalunderpinnings

I finally finished the @scrooppatterns Frances Rump I needed to be able to wear my new dress--just in time to wear this weekend. 😀 I used all supplies I already had in the house to make it a free project--which means it's stuffed with alpaca fiber I had--not exactly a historical filling. But free is my favorite! It gave my dress a very nice shape, and was very comfortable to wear. Photos taken at @musee.de.venoge in Indiana this weekend. #livinghistory #18thcentury #18thcenturyfashion #sewover50 #memade #francesrump #scrooppatterns #18thcenturysewing

My calash bonnet I made and my latest #angelicagown by @scrooppatterns . I added loops and buttons to the back of the gown so I could temporarily bustle it up a la polonaise for skating. The gown is made of a green cotton I got for my birthday. I ended up calling this green and yellow combination "lemons and limes" and decorated a matching bergere with the citruses. I'll wear it again sometime with the bergere and the skirt down The calash bonnet is made with blue silk I also got for my birthday. I actually just looked at photos of them and kinda figured out how they might go together. All makeup and hairstyling products are historical accurate reproductions from @lbcchistorical. I am wearing the #francesrump and the 1770 stays from the book "Corset and Crinolines". #stays #scrooppatterns #1770stays #lbcchistoricalbeauty #lbcchistorical #lbcchistoricalapothecary #lbcc #18thcenturyfashion #18thcentury #18thcenturyitaliangown #18thcenturybeauty #historicalsewing #historicalcostuming #sewhistory #sewhistorical #corsetsandcrinolines #calash #calashbonnet #18thcenturycalash #18thcenturybonnet

Lidt anderledes historisk syning end jeg plejer at lave 😅 Materialer: @selfmade_com Mønster: @scrooppatterns @thistlethistle #17thcenturyfashion #18thcenturyfashion #historichandcraft #handmadebyme #fashionbyme #historicalsewing #historicalcostume #scrooppatterns #francesrump

Let them… wear their underwear on the internet. Or whatever Marie Antoinette said. The foundations are done, thank goodness because underwear stresses me out more than any other item. Stays and shift: #simplicity8579 from @simplicity_creative_group using canvas and linen from @joann_stores , lining is stash and boning are zip ties. Bumroll/Rump: #francesrump from @scrooppatterns using thrifted linen fabric. #historicalcostuming #historicalsewing #18thcenturyfashion #18thcenturystays #handmadewithjoann #scrooppatterns #simplicitypatterns

We have a finished linen Frances Rump lined with white cotton and filled with feathers. Yay! I have two days to myself to sew the Angelica Gown mockup for Halloween Barbie. Will it happen? 🎃🎃🎃 #francesrump #angelicathon #angelicagown #scrooppatterns #18thcenturyfashion #18thcenturycostume #halloweenbarbie

#wipwednesday Recycling a feather pillow into an 18th century false rump. Some feminine silhouettes are so.....unique! #HalloweenBarbie #18thcenturyfashion #francesrump #scrooppatterns #angelicathon

Need to get your shape right for the #angelicathon? The Frances Rump pattern has two options to help you achieve the perfect 18th century silhouette, and it's FREE Get the pattern at scrooppatterns.com #francesrump #scrooppatterns #1780sfashion #18thcenturysewing #historicalsewing #historicalsewingpattern

Influenced by @opuselenae ‘s Pumpkin Butt, I’ve decided to use up a little more scrap fabric to make a Cheshire Butt! I am also using the @scrooppatterns and I decided to use version B in the medium size. I chose the animated Cheshire because I like the pink and purple combo and I had that on hand. The spotted purple fabric is a scrap that I wanted to use up and vaguely matched. It will be the underside. I used the quilting lines as my seams and this was as far as I got tonight. I chose another scrap for his toothy smile, a checkered white. I haven’t decided yet on yellow or black eyes. #scrooppatterns #cheshire #aliceinwonderland #falserump #paddedbum #scroopfrancesrump #notentirelyhistoricallyaccurate

Ok so I know I hadn’t been posting much but how did I miss posting my @scrooppatterns Robin dress?!? It’s even blogged. It took forever, solely because I complicated it by adding back lacing and was sewing in tiny and intermittent snatches. It’s the perfect 90s button-front princess seam dress. #scrooprobin #scrooppatterns #tanitisissews

It’s #memademay again! I won’t be posting every day, but it’s good to look at what I actually wear, what gaps there are in my wardrobe, and how things can mix and match. Today I’m wearing the first Robin dress from @scrooppatterns that I made - it’s comfy, appropriate for the job interview I had this morning, and the combo of the style and the fabric I chose make it the dress of my 90s dreams. And of course, Chenille had to make an appearance! #vancouversews #vancouvergarmentsewists #scrooppatterns #scrooprobin

Sunflower dress is done! I love it! It is very comfy and pretty, and so light and breezy for summer. Of course the day I go to photograph it is the first not sunny day in ages. This pattern is great too, everything came together perfectly and the different bust sizes are fantastic. The only modification I made was lowering the neckline about two inches For my matching mask I tried the #ddfacemask pattern and I really like it. It fits really well and is comfortable in warmer weather Pattern: Robin dress by Scroop Patterns Fabric: cotton lawn from AmoThreads Coconut shell buttons from ebay #sewsialist #sewstagram #curvysewing #plussizesewing #scrooppatterns #scrooprobin

My latest make is perfect for spring! I love my first Robin dress from @scrooppatterns, so of course I had to make another. This one is made from a viscose challis from @blackbirdfabrics in their sneaky cat print - swipe to the last photo for a closeup of a couple of the kitties hiding in the print. I can already tell I’ll be getting a lot of use out of this one! #vancouversews #vancouvergarmentsewists #scrooppatterns #scrooprobin #plussizesewing #fatsewingclub

Mein Up-Cycle Projekt. Vor ein paar Wochen habe ich ein altes gekauftes Kleid gepostet, welches ich zu etwas neuem umwandeln wollte. Heute ist es fertig geworden und ich bin überaus zufrieden, was man aus etwas altem, was man nie getragen hat, noch herausholen könnte. Ich habe Rock und Oberteil voneinander getrennt, den Reißverschluss entfernt und das Oberteil komplett in seiner Bestandteil zerlegt. Aus den Teilen des Oberteils wurde eine Weste und das Rock Teil wurde neu arrangiert zu einem #fantailskirt. An Materialien musste ich nur die Knöpfe und den Futterstoff der Weste hinzufügen. Ansonsten konnte ich alle Teile des alten Kleides verwenden. Ich freue mich jetzt schon darauf, es in Forrest Town zu tragen. #ausaltmachneu #upcycling #naehenistwiezaubernkönnen #edwardianfashion #edwardianstyle #scrooppatterns #forresttownlarp

Today I am grateful for good friends, like the wonderful Stella, shown here modelling the Historical Fantail Skirt. Get the Fantail Skirt for 20% off at scrooppatterns.com in our Black Friday sale #fantailskirt #scroopfantail #scrooppatterns #edwardiansewingpatterns #edwardiansewing

Ah, the joys of pleats. It seems that no matter how careful I am, I always need to modify things with pleats. I know the pleats took up exactly the amount they were supposed to, but the waistband (which is also the right size) isn’t lining up. I know the waistband is correct and that I have to get the skirt to fit it. Which means playing with the pleat size until everything lines up. The likeliest culprit is the weight of the skirt causing some stretch in the top of the panels. Happily, it’s easy enough to fix. #sewing #sewinglife #sewistsofinstagram #sewingproject #sewist #imakemyclothes #sewstagram #makersgonnamake #sewistgonnasew #memade #sewingismytherapy #sewingismyhappyplace #sewingisplaytime #ilovesewing #sewingaddiction #slowfashion #slowfashionstyle #victorian #edwardian #vicwardian #historybounding #historybounder #historyblending #historyblender #scroopfantail #walkingskirt #scrooppatterns #fantailskirt

All the issues are all ironed out! The only thing left is deciding on the length of the skirt and putting fasteners in. The box pleats look a little odd, but I like them! Once the skirt has hung for a bit I can cut the hem down for finishing and then I have a new skirt! 🙌 #sewing #sewinglife #sewistsofinstagram #sewingproject #sewist #imakemyclothes #sewstagram #makersgonnamake #sewistgonnasew #memade #sewingismytherapy #sewingismyhappyplace #sewingisplaytime #ilovesewing #sewingaddiction #slowfashion #slowfashionstyle #victorian #edwardian #vicwardian #historybounding #historybounder #historyblending #historyblender #scroopfantail #walkingskirt #scrooppatterns #fantailskirt

I’m finally getting into the wool that I ordered! That lovely red wool from Fabric Turkey Shop on Etsy is being made into the #scrooppatterns #fantailskirt. I find wool to be a little wiggly, and very static-y, so I’m interlining with cotton. I figure the wool itself will be thick enough for me to need to change up the waistband that a little more won’t hurt it. Added bonus, I can put all the markings on the interlining and not have to worry about the wool being too fuzzy to hold marks. Being a Victorian walking skirt, some of the panels are huge and require piecing. My favorite 🤮 So we’re just going to ignore that little corner bite… I can totally cover that with a facing! #sewing #sewinglife #sewistsofinstagram #sewingproject #sewist #imakemyclothes #sewstagram #makersgonnamake #sewistgonnasew #memade #sewingismytherapy #sewingismyhappyplace #sewingisplaytime #ilovesewing #sewingaddiction #slowfashion #slowfashionstyle #victorian #edwardian #vicwardian #historybounding #historybounder #historyblending #historyblender #scroopfantail #walkingskirt

Fira Modernista de Terrassa 2023. Esperant aquest moment des de feia massa temps. Ha estat un plaer poder assistir-hi. Hi tornarem!!!! #firamodernista #firamodernistatrs2023 #firamodernistatrs #edwardianfashion #artnouveaufashion #modamodernista #firamodernistadeterrassa #terrassamodernista #scrooppatterns #fantailskirt #modernisme #artnouveau #edwardiandress

Deeeeep pleats in the fantail skirt back panels. I spent too much time snuggling my cat to get the rest of the main seams done today 🤷🏼‍♀️ #scroopfantail #scrooppatterns #belleepoque #victorianfashion #icantbelieveitsnotsilk

See ya 2022! And probably costuming. This and my other Edwardian outfit were both super fun projects but I don’t think getting all dressed up with no place to go is for me. There’s no historical costuming events in my area (not to mention far too much drama within the community) so if I decide to do anymore historical things they’ll be for Halloween. #historyboundingwhilebipoc #historicalcostuming #historicalfashion #historybounding #scrooppatterns #antheablouse #antheablousehack #companioncarpetbag #scroopfantail #edwardianstyle #edwardianlady #memade #sewingismysuperpower

Next in my pipeline: an Edwardian walking skirt. The pattern is by @scrooppatterns . I made the modern (shorter) version last year and was very happy with how it turned out. I ordered a beautiful indigo William Morris print from @hancockspaducah and hope customs won't grill me. ~ Irina #historybounding #edwardian #edwardianwalkingskirt #scrooppatterns #scroopfantail

Is it a dress? No! It’s my new sewing obsession: making a top and a skirt in the same fabric so it looks like a dress, but skipping all those pesky fit problems that come with being full busted, small waisted and short torsoed! This is the top of the Charm Patterns Lamour Dress, combined with the Scroop Patterns Fantail Skirt. I made the skirt earlier as part of my summer suit, but I had about a meter of the poplin fabric left. So I hacked the top off the Lamour Dress and added a couple of centimeters to the length so it could function as a stand alone top. I love that it really looks like a dress but that I can mix and match it with different items in my wardrobe. @gertie18 @scrooppatterns #charmpatterns #charmpatternsbygertie #lamourdress #scrooppatterns #scroopfantail #fantail #fantailskirt #sewretro #retrosewing #wesewretro #retrostyle #retrostyling #wesewvintage #retroinspired #sewvintage #vintagesewing #vintagestyle #vintagestyling #pinup #pinupsewing #pinupstyle #naaien #naaienisleuk #sewbusty

Last chance to save! There’s just 36 hours left in the Seatoun Skirt & Tara Skirt & Pinafore launch sale! ⭐️ Get 15% off either downloadable PDF pattern at scrooppatterns.com ⭐️ OR ⭐️ Buy the downloadable PDF Seatoun + Tara combined pattern bundle (already a 20% discount) and get a further 15% off that! ⭐️ ⭐️ Want a paper pattern? Head over to virgilsfinegoods.com to pre-order the paper Seatoun & Tara patterns at 15% off either pattern. ⭐️ #scrooppatterns #scroopseatoun #scrooptara #historybounding #patternlaunch #patternsale #indiepatternsale #edwardianhistorybounding #pinaforesewingpattern #pinaforepattern #vintageinspiredsewing #jumperdress #sewingwithcorduroy #scrooppatterns #newsewingpattern #patternlaunch #bestpatterntestersever #yesithaspockets #bigpocketftw #sewingpatternswithpockets #skirtpatternswithpockets #autumnsewing #skirtpatternswithelasticwaists #slowfashion #sewyourownlowfashion

Every time I post an image of Jenni in the Liberty of London silk-cotton Ngaio Blouse I made her for modelling, I'm envious of it. I still have a few meters of that fabric - I must make myself one! ⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ The Ngaio Blouse pattern comes in bust 32-52, with three cup sizes (A-B, C-DD/E, and F+). Jenni is wearing it in a size 36 F cup.⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ #ngaioblouse #scrooppatterns #sewingtops #scroopngaio #sewyourownslowfashion #slowfashion #memadewardrobe #libertyoflondon #memadeeveryday #sewingblouses #sewing #sewingfun #indiepatterns #indiepatterndesigner #sizeinclusive #sewingpatternswithcupsizes #sewbusty #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcurvy #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing

I got shot #2 today!! I will say that within 20 minutes I had a big reaction: spontaneous crying. Relief, hope, disappointment over the past 13 months, general emotional breakthrough after lots of carrying on. I did pick out this me-made Scroop Ngaio from Liberty fabric I picked up in London and Calder pants for the occasion. (Cardigan: RTW) #fatsewingclub #SewingForCurves #ScroopNgaio #CalderTrousers #cashmerette #ScroopPatterns #PlusSizeSewing #SewQueer #ThisIsOurShot

I’m not really doing #memademay2019 but I keep hoping to carve enough time out that I can use for sewing that I’d have enough clothes in my closet that I could participate one day. Next year perhaps. But since this is likely the last time this month I will wear this top I have to share it - it’s a current favorite of mine! It’s a #scrooppatterns Ngiao top made out of a jersey rather than a woven. I used the same size as for my woven version but custom fit the side seams to remove some of the ease. #scroopngaio #ngaioblouse

Every time I post an image of Jenni in the Liberty of London silk-cotton Ngaio Blouse I made her for modelling, I'm envious of it. I still have a few meters of that fabric - I must make myself one! ⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ The Ngaio Blouse pattern comes in bust 32-52, with three cup sizes (A-B, C-DD/E, and F+). Jenni is wearing it in a size 36 F cup.⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ #ngaioblouse #scrooppatterns #sewingtops #scroopngaio #memade #memadewardrobe #libertyoflondon #memadeeveryday #sewingblouses #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterns #indiepatterndesigner #sizeinclusive #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcurvy #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #designer

Every time I post an image of Jenni in the Liberty of London silk-cotton Ngaio Blouse I made her for modelling, I'm envious of it. I still have a few meters of that fabric - I must make myself one! ⁣ .⁣ She's wearing it in a size 36 with the F cup size⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ #ngaioblouse #scrooppatterns #sewingtops #scroopngaio #memade #memadewardrobe #libertyoflondon #memadeeveryday #sewingblouses #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterns #indiepatterndesigner #sizeinclusive #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcurvy #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #designer

Lots of people have been telling me they have been beating the heat with the Ngaio blouse. I, on the other hand, will be layering one over a warm underlayer and under a wool cardigan for work tomorrow. Northern hemisphere vs. Southern hemisphere! . How do you wear yours? . . . . . . . #ngaioblouse #scroopngaio #scrooppatterns #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #makersofinstagram #makerslife #creativecommunity #indipatterndesigner #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #sewists #indiesewing #sewcialists #sewcialistsofinstagram #girlboss #designer

Tomorrow is photoshoot day! Definitely the funnest part of creating a pattern, because it involves hanging out with wonderful women in a gorgeous location, and occasionally doing silly things like jumping in the air.⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #scrooppatterns #scroopfantail #ngaioblouse #scroopngaio #fantailskirt #scrooppatterns #indipatterndesigner #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewing #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #makersofinstagram #makerslife #creativecommunity #sewingfun #sewinglove #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #sewists #indiesewing #girlboss #designer

It’s the middle of winter, so what do I make? A sleeveless blouse that’s just screaming spring, of course! To be fair, I’d been aiming to have it done before I went down to CalBal, but that didn’t quite happen, so here I am with my latest, somewhat pattern hacked, version of the Ngiao from Scroop patterns in a lovely handkerchief print #sewing #scrooppatterns #scroopngaio

Hooray! Work week more than halfway over! Looking forward to a #sewingweekend. What are your sewing plans? ⠀ .⠀ I'm going to be frantically finishing a bit of historical sewing, and then I think I could use a new #ngaioblouse. My current Ngaios are getting so much wear in this hot summer weather.⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #sewingfun #sewing #sewingplans #scrooppatterns #scroopngaio #memade #memadeeveryday #sewingpatterns #indiepatterns #indiepatterndesigner

Outfit of the day: getting super brave (for me) with pattern and colour mixing and pairing my peach #ngaioblouse with my embroidered Miao skirt & shoes from Olvera St in LA . . . . #scrooppatterns #ootd #memade #memadeeveryday #memadeoutfit #olverastreet #scrooppatterns #scroopngaio #sewing #sewingfun #indiepatterns #indiepatterndesigner

Did you know that the Ngaio Blouse has two namesakes: a person and a plant! It’s named after Ngaio Marsh, the famed mystery novelist who was one of the "Queens of Crime", along with Agatha Christie, Dorothy L. Sayers, and Margery Allingham. It’s also named after the ngaio tree, Myoporum laetum. ’Laetum’ means cheerful, pleasant or bright. The glossy leaves and pretty white flowers with their tiny red dots are a very pleasant sight indeed in the bush - especially as the leaves can be rubbed on your skin to repel mozzies and sandflies. (biting bugs are not my friend…) #ngaioblouse #scrooppatterns #vintageinspiredsewing #vintageinspiredsewingpatterns

Gidday, Good Morning & Bula from my #so50holiday post, if I can't be actually going on my overseas hols I can at least remember a few pearlers🥂 First up is Mr D & I in the Hunter Valley a few summers back at a lovely wedding wearing a @scrooppatterns #ngaioblouse I lengthened into a dress (I must make more, this dress is fab) Second pic is me in Oxford (the @theoxfordmal is a former prison turned rather nice hotel) in a @sewmesomething #imogentop,looking slightly guilty for some reason? Next up a beach in Fiji , a @scrooppatterns #henriettatop & a woman with sand literally between her toes 😊💕 #sewover50 #curvysewing #imakemyclothes #scrooppatterns #sewmesomething #nzsews

Suited, booted & ready to ParTAY!🥂💃❤ #memade #sewing #scrooppatterns #ollieandleegethitched #ngaioblouse #curvysewing #patternhack

Progress shot of my latest #ngaioblouse from #scrooppatterns I love this top and it looks so pretty in this Karen Walker silk from deep stash 🚀🚀🚀

Who wants to see another beautiful plaid Tara Pinafore? I’m not a big youtube watcher, but I love @misscasca Crafting with Casca’s channel because 1) she makes fabulous things (umm, hello, Sandworm draught excluder!?!) 🐛 2) her channel is really low key and approachable and 3) she sounds a bit like one of my favourite people in the whole world, so just listening to her makes me happy! 💛 I would say her Tara pinafore is just like her channel – fabulous and approachable, with some unexpected hidden fun secrets, like her Lord of the Rings pockets, and some beautiful finishing, like the pattern matching from her pinafore front to her straps. Casca actually made two versions and says “I really like it, the pinafore is super cute and both of the ones I’ve made/am making will become regular parts of my wardrobe.” Just what I hope for as a pattern maker! ♥️ Her Tara is Size 38, and the fabric is a wool blend. Final hours to treat yourself to the Seatoun & Tara patterns 15%! 🍁 🍃 Get the digital pattern at ScroopPatterns.com, or pre-order the paper pattern at VirgilsFineGoods.com 🍁🍃 #scrooptara #historybounding #edwardianhistorybounding #pinaforesewingpattern #pinaforepattern #vintageinspiredsewing #jumperdress #sewingwithcorduroy #scrooppatterns #newsewingpattern #patternlaunch #bestpatterntestersever #yesithaspockets #bigpocketftw #sewingpatternswithpockets #skirtpatternswithpockets #autumnsewing #skirtpatternswithelasticwaists #slowfashion #sewyourownslowfashion

From one gorgeous corduroy skirt, to another! Steph of @stephanie_saurus was one of the first testers to share her finished make, and it came at the perfect time. I was at the point of the patternmaking process where I was just completely over it (it happens!). Her photos made me fall in love with the Tara and Seatoun all over again, and gave me the push I needed to keep going. Isn’t her printed needlecord just divine, especially with that top? Steph gave some very helpful feedback on how the Tara fits at the smaller end of the size range, helping me to achieve a perfect fit there. She says “the skirt is easily adjusted to accommodate for any fit issues and is both comfortable and stylish. It’s a simple shape but with added complexity for statement pockets.” She made a Tara Size 30, View B. Final days to treat yourself to the Seatoun & Tara patterns 15%! 🍁 🍃 Get the digital pattern at ScroopPatterns.com, or pre-order the paper pattern at VirgilsFineGoods.com 🍁🍃 #scrooptara #historybounding #edwardianhistorybounding #pinaforesewingpattern #pinaforepattern #vintageinspiredsewing #jumperdress #sewingwithcorduroy #scrooppatterns #newsewingpattern #patternlaunch #bestpatterntestersever #yesithaspockets #bigpocketftw #sewingpatternswithpockets #skirtpatternswithpockets #autumnsewing #skirtpatternswithelasticwaists #slowfashion #sewyourownlowfashion

I am so in love with @itsmadelinedesigns leaf green corduroy Seatoun Skirt, and the Selina Blouse she's paired it with! 🍃 💚 It's the perfect blend of texture, pattern, and simplicity. Oh, and there's a secret to the fine wale cotton corduroy she used for the skirt.  It's a recycled curtain!  Fabulous fabric re-use ftw! Her thoughts on the pattern?  "As usual, an excellently researched and executed pattern. It’s elegant and easy to style, and I’m looking forward to making another version down the road with different pockets. I also want to mix and match pockets between this pattern and the Kilbirnie skirt pattern! " Yessss!  I'm so excited about people mixing and matching between patterns! She made View B in Size 32 and is 5'5".  She raised the pockets 3/8''/1cm to fit her arm length. BTW, @itsmadelinedesigns makes stuff for clients, so if you’re on the East Coast of the US and need someone to make you a 1910s wardrobe…. Final days to treat yourself to the Seatoun & Tara patterns 15%! 🍁 🍃 Get the digital pattern at ScroopPatterns.com, or pre-order the paper pattern at VirgilsFineGoods.com 🍁🍃 #scrooptara #historybounding #edwardianhistorybounding #pinaforesewingpattern #pinaforepattern #vintageinspiredsewing #jumperdress #sewingwithcorduroy #scrooppatterns #newsewingpattern #patternlaunch #bestpatterntestersever #yesithaspockets #bigpocketftw #sewingpatternswithpockets #skirtpatternswithpockets #autumnsewing #skirtpatternswithelasticwaists #slowfashion #sewyourownlowfashion

When I created the Tara pattern I thought how fantastic it would look in plaid - particularly the pinafore version. Sam of @woolandthyme is here to prove that is absolutely the case! 💛💛💛 I love her styling with dark tights and boots and a black turtleneck + a camera and fabulous hat. Classic autumn chic with a touch of whimsy 🍁🍂 Did I mention a touch of whimsy? Check out her pockets! Bat pockets! 🦇 🦇🦇 Yesssssss. Her fabric is a vintage wool suiting. Sam made View A with the View B pockets and skirt length in Size 50. She’s 5’1”. Her thoughts on the pattern: “I really enjoyed this! I have been looking for a pinafore pattern to use with this fabric and the cool pockets really sold me on this one!” Based on Sam’s & the other testers helpful feedback the final Tara pattern has a shorter and narrower pinafore front than is shown in these photos. Thank you Sam for your excellent, extremely helpful feedback! Both the Seatoun & Tara are 15% off for three more days only! 🍁 Treat yourself to the digital pattern at ScroopPatterns.com, or pre-order the paper pattern at VirgilsFineGoods.com 🍁 #scrooptara #historybounding #edwardianhistorybounding #pinaforesewingpattern #pinaforepattern #vintageinspiredsewing #jumperdress #sewingwithcorduroy #scrooppatterns #newsewingpattern #patternlaunch #bestpatterntestersever #yesithaspockets #bigpocketftw #sewingpatternswithpockets #skirtpatternswithpockets #autumnsewing #skirtpatternswithelasticwaists #slowfashion #sizeinclusivesewing #sewyourownlowfashion

It’s blustery and cold today, and I had one of those evenings where I just wanted to eat something warm and gooey and baked and curl up with a comfort book - looking at these photos of Nelleke of @wearwhatyousew in her Tara basically has the same effect.💛 I’m right aren’t I? This outfit is pretty much the definition of cozy sophistication. It’s the clothes equivalent of very nice loose-leaf tea in an elegant teapot. 🫖 With your favourite biscuits on the side! 🍪 The pointed pockets of View A work perfectly with the small check of the wool blend she used, and I love how they echo the sunrays on her jumper. The fabric is also excellent for showing off the slight extra fullness the elastic back waist gives the skirt. Nelleke’s overall feedback was “It's a verrrrry nice addition to the Scroop patterns library!” 🥰 She made View A in Size 46 and made no alterations at all to the pattern. Thank you for your helpful feedback and the delightful inspiration for my own wardrobe! #scrooptara #historybounding #edwardianhistorybounding #pinaforesewingpattern #pinaforepattern #vintageinspiredsewing #jumperdress #sewingwithcorduroy #scrooppatterns #newsewingpattern #patternlaunch #bestpatterntestersever #yesithaspockets #bigpocketftw #sewingpatternswithpockets #skirtpatternswithpockets #autumnsewing #skirtpatternswithelasticwaists #slowfashion #sewyourownlowfashion

I absolutely love the Tara that Julia of @mariecurious made! Orange is such an under-rated colour. Her orange linen is both autumn and summer appropriate, and utterly perfect for the Hallowe’en season. If Halloween-bounding is a thing, it’s (in the best possible way!) a Jack-o-Lantern skirt. An extremely chic Jack-o-Lantern skirt! 🎃 And now I’m going to go make myself a Bat Tara… 🦇 Julia provided super helpful feedback on clarifying both the pocket and the clever-but-tricky elastic back waistband installation. Her overall thoughts on the pattern: “Fantastic! It's a quick and easy make with enough unique details to keep it interesting, and I can see it becoming a wardrobe staple.” Julia made View B in size 48. She is 5'5" BTW, I have followed Julia’s IG for years and only when I wrote this post did I realise what her handle means 🤦‍♀️ So clever! (not me, obviously) Both the Seatoun & Tara are 15% off this week! 🎃 Treat yourself to the digital pattern at ScroopPatterns.com, or pre-order the paper pattern at VirgilsFineGoods.com 🎃 #scrooptara #historybounding #edwardianhistorybounding #pinaforesewingpattern #pinaforepattern #vintageinspiredsewing #jumperdress #sewingwithcorduroy #scrooppatterns #newsewingpattern #patternlaunch #bestpatterntestersever #yesithaspockets #bigpocketftw #sewingpatternswithpockets #skirtpatternswithpockets #skirtpatternswithelasticwaists #slowfashion #sewyourownstyle #sewyourownclothes #sewyourownslowfashion

I’m so excited about all the gorgeous tester makes from the Seatoun and Tara patterns that I have to start showing them to you right away! I wish I’d made one of the Tara samples in corduroy, because some of the testers did, and they look SO GOOD! Case in point: Brianne’s @brianneopal utterly adorable Tara Pinafore made from cat patterned corduroy! It’s so delightful I would immediately break my ban on no-cat-patterned-fabric (lest I become the crazy cat lady who only ever gets given cat themed things) to make myself one exactly like it if I could get the fabric. She even did perfect little cat buttons! 💛 The lightweight fine wale cord is perfect for this pattern. It has enough structure to support the shape of the bodice and show off the lines of the skirt, without being too bulky for the waistband. Brianne made the Tara View A (pinafore) with View B length and pockets, in Size 34. She is 5’6”. I’m very grateful for Brianne’s very thoughtful feedback - she helped me make the waistband construction much clearer, and the pinafore bodice pattern piece is now the exact length she adjusted hers bodice to. Many thanks to Brianne! Both the Seatoun & Tara are 15% off this week! 🌸 Get the digital pattern at ScroopPatterns.com, or pre-order the paper pattern at VirgilsFineGoods.com 🌸 #scrooptara #historybounding #edwardianhistorybounding #pinaforesewingpattern #pinaforepattern #vintageinspiredsewing #jumperdress #sewingwithcorduroy #scrooppatterns #newsewingpattern #patternlaunch #bestpatterntestersever

It’s out! I tested the new Tara skirt from @scrooppatterns and I absolutely love it! I made a straight size 48 with no modifications using some linen I got from the #metrovansewingswap a while ago. The pockets are a great size and such a fun detail…swipe through for a closeup of the buttons and my helper while I was sewing them on. #scrooptara #scrooppatterns #vancouversews #vancouvergarmentsewists

Fabric washed and ironed and it's time to start the pattern test for @scrooppatterns Tara Skirt and Pinafore. So happy to be part of this test group! There will be a video going out about it so you can see it properly once the final pattern has been released 😊 #scrooppatterns #scrooptara #pattertest

fashion show time ✨ one of my classmates had an extra ticket to see the @neimanmarcusfortworth with the fort worth symphony orchestra fashion show and i got to tag along! i had a great time and hope to do it again~ clothes are made by me patterns by: @moodfabrics @scrooppatterns @megannielsenpatterns belt: @thistlethistle earrings: @klimtsonian shoes: @americanduchess . . . #sewing #historicalsewing #costume #yeoldefashionvlogger #fiberartist #historicalartist #linenenthusist #handsewing #historicalcostume  #handmade #slowfashion #historybounding #costuming #fiberart #historicalfashion #lightacademia #aesthetic #darkacademia #alternativefashion #corsettop #gold #valentinesdress #royalcore #scrooppatterns #scroopaugustastays #moodpatterns #mood #dawnjeans

Day 3 Last: this was my last project! a modified @scrooppatterns #augustastays done up in poly velvet. it’s all machine sewn except for the binding! on one of the slides you can see the permanent bodkin i made. it functions somewhere in between an aglet and bodkin and i really love how it came out! the aglets i got from burnley and trowbridge where too big for my grommets so this worked out nicely! i really like how this came out! it’s pretty comfortable to wear i just wish i had more pants to go with it since i hate wearing dresses. but that means More Pants Making!! pattern: @scrooppatterns fabric: old stash (i think it was given to me) aglets and ribbon: @burnleyandtrowbridge bodkin: me Shirt: my own tutorial (check out my youtube) . . . . #sewing #historicalsewing #costume #yeoldefashionvlogger #fiberartist #historicalartist #linenenthusist #handsewing #historicalcostume  #handmade #slowfashion #historybounding #costuming #fiberart #historicalfashion #scroopaugustastays #scrooppatterns #burnleyandtrowbridge #historybounding #fallforcostume #fallforcostume2021 #redthreaded @redthreaded

Happy May the Fourth! Couldn't let the day go by without posting my 'La Pietà with Stormtrooper' ⁣⁠ .⁣⁠ .⁣⁠ .⁣⁠ .⁣⁠ .⁣⁠ This is the @scrooppatterns Mahina Cardian turned into a super quick Jedi costume.⁠ .⁣⁠ #starwars #mahinacardigan #scrooppatterns #maythe4thbewithyou #stormtrooper #maythefourth #stormtrooperlove #itsahint #comingsoon #maythefourthbewithyou #maytheforcebewithyou #maythe4th #jedi #jediknight #starwarssillyness #starwarsnerd #geekcosplay #starwarscosplay #costumegeek #costumenerd #costumesillyness ⁠

I hope everyone's doing OK in isolation. ❤️ I enjoy a lot of alone time, but I'm definitely missing hang outs and catch ups. Especially the ones that were already scheduled, so my brain had time to get all psyched up for them. ⁠ ⁠ Who else likes their socialising to be super pre-planned? 😬😜⁠ .⁠ .⁠ Pictured: Rose, Paula & myself hanging out in our #mahinacardigans at the end of the pattern sample photoshoot⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⠀⁠ #sewconnected #sewcialdistancing #stayhome #scrooppatterns #mahinacardigan #sewingknits #cardiganpattern #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepattern #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #ilovesewing #sewinglife ⠀⁠

New blog post! After waiting about two years for it to become a pattern, I got to test the Mahina Cardigan for @scrooppatterns last month!I absolutely love the sizing system used for this garment, and the cardigan itself is pretty great too! Both cozy and glamorous all rolled into one! Lots of pictures and various thoughts on both the pattern itself and what I made from it are in my latest blog post! . . . #mahinacardigan #scroopmahina #scrooppatterns #circlecardigan #pdfpattern #patterntesting #newpattern #indiepattern #sewingforme #sewingmywardrobe #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingwithknits #makersgonnamake #sewist #sewcialists #seamstress #dressmaker #sewingblogger #thesewinggoatherd

New blog post! I decided to attempt to hack the @scrooppatterns #eastbournetrousers to have a side button placket - and it worked! All the details, and lots of pictures, on the blog! . . . . #sewing #sewingforme #babygoat #dairygoats #farmlife #countrylife #countrygirl #vintagestyle #dressmaker #sewist #seamstress #sewingmywardrobe #scrooppatterns #scroopeastbournetrousers #pdfpattern #makersgonnamake #indiepatterns #sewingblogger #sewingwithwool

Loving my latest make! A fun blog post to come sometime this weekend :) . . . #eastbournetrousers #scrooppatterns #scroopeastbournetrousers #sewingmywardrobe #seamstress #sewingblogger #goats #dairygoats #dairygoats

Special days call for special outfits. I’m a bit rumpled after a big day of watching brilliant students present their final assessments. . I adore these #scrooppatterns #eastbournetrousers by @scrooppatterns made from beautiful satin twill from @wearethefabricstore . The top is from a piece of fabric a colleague bought for me because she saw it and thought of me 😍 it’s a @maisonfleurpatterns top that I have about 6 iterations of. . In real life it’s a lot less off centre but this was the best I could manage at the end of the day! . #mmootd #fancydresseveryday #ootd #sewingismysuperpower #mjfmakes2022 #imakemyownclothes . Image: miriam stands in front of a hedge. She wears green wide legged pants with a soft draped and a cute sleeveless top covered in watermelons. She looks a bit rumpled but happy.

It's the perfect day for a pair of Eastbourne Trousers. These flowy pants feature a flattering fit and fabulously roomy pockets. #eastbournetrousers #scrooppatterns #slowfashion #sewyourownslowfashion #vintageinspired

I think it is about time for me to join the #secretpants "society" 😀. Especially while it is still warm weather here. #historybounding #linenclothing #handsewingproject #linenpants #scrooppatterns #eastbournetrousers

A little Sunday Silliness from the Seatoun Photoshoot, in which @taylorrose.terekia and @historyresponsibly take formal photos with #georgethemummifiedporcupinefish, read him a bedtime story, and show him some love. George, for the record, lives on a scotch chest in my bedroom, attractively arranged among my jewellery boxes, and comes out for photoshoots on the regular. Bescause having a mummified porcupine-fish in your bedroom is totally normal, right? #seatounskirt #edwardianhistorybounding #edwardiansewingpattern #edwardianfashion #scrooppatterns

That Summit Dress feeling 🍓 #scrooppatterns #scroopsummitdress

Time for another #summitdress tester make - this one in silk! 💛 @ninavirgo is one of my best friends, the editor for Scroop Patterns (any mistakes are mine for rearranging things after she does her final edit!), and is one of a group of people who tests almost every single one of my patterns to ensure the fit is consistent across the whole pattern line. It’s good to have testers who have never worked with a Scroop Pattern before, but it’s also good to have repeat testers. And it’s particularly good to have Nina, because I get to see her work through the whole fitting and making process in person. Plus, we often help each other choose fabrics for her make and the pattern samples! In this instance she messaged me and said “I have a really bad idea you may need to talk me out of...” And I responded “?” And she said “Remember that goldenrod checked silk from @wearethefabricstore? I’m thinking of using it for my Summit Dress....” And I replied “OMG, that will look amazing! And will be a nightmare to work with…” And it was, but it does! She made View B, and has already worn it to work multiple times. Success! Using such a tricky fabric did mean that she got to point of lots of places in the pattern where I could give tips on how to make it easier in difficult materials. #scrooppatterns #herjolfsnespatterns #herjolfsnesgarments #historybounding #medievalinspired #lanternsleeves #scroopsummitdress #sizeinclusivesewingpatterns #historicallyinspiredsewingpatterns #patterntesting #bestpatterntestersever #digitalpatterns #sewyourownslowfashion #thanksithaspockets #ithaspockets #handmadefashion #sewinglove #sustainablefashion #indiesewing #sew #sewingproject #memade #memadeeveryday

Who is ready for another pretty-pretty-princess pink version of the #summitdress 💖 @wai.iti.ridge really did make a princess version of the Summit! Her use of the lace patterned fabric on the inset godet and lower lantern sleeve is genius. The triangular shape of the godet suddenly evokes a decorative underskirt, and the matching lower sleeve looks like a lace undersleeve. The first best part of this is that her small daughter loves the dress and wants one for herself 💕 Maybe a child sized version of the Summit Dress is in Scroop’s future… And the second best part? The whole thing is made from recycled sheets! Anna’s creative fabric re-use is one of the things that really stood out to me in her testing application. I love her commitment to sustainability, and the fun way she uses materials. All her garments look so intentional - and her Summit is no exception. Now I need to go make myself a two-fabric Summit… And maybe find a small child to try on sizing samples for me… #scrooppatterns #herjolfsnespatterns #herjolfsnesgarments #historybounding #medievalinspired #lanternsleeves #scroopsummitdress #sizeinclusivesewingpatterns #historicallyinspiredsewingpatterns #patterntesting #bestpatterntestersever #digitalpatterns #sewyourownslowfashion #thanksithaspockets #ithaspockets #handmadefashion #sewinglove #sustainablefashion #indiesewing #sew #sewingproject #memade #memadeeveryday

I think clothing should be non-gendered: anyone can wear whatever they want.  But non-gendered clothing too often means 'girls wearing stuff that has traditionally been masculine'.  That's not non-gendered!  That's treating male as the default gender. So I love it when guys wear clothing that has traditionally been coded feminine, and project "Heck yeah, I'm a man in a dress, because dresses are awesome and swishy and who wouldn't want to wear them sometimes?" Rhys @slipping.stitches is my hero for his enthusiastic inclusion of skirts and dresses (because they are awesome and swishy!) in his wardrobe, along with trousers and greatcoats and anything else he fancies. So when he applied to test the Summit Dress I was very pleased! (Full disclosure, he’s also a former student of mine😁) Rhys made View A with the View B sleeves in Size 52.  He cut the dress exactly at the View A length as given in the pattern, because he knew he wanted a calf-length dress, and he is 1.91m/6’4’’ - and what is ankle length on the 5’6’’ height the pattern is designed for would be calf on him! He used a lightweight linen damask from @wearethefabricstore with a pattern of leaves in bright teal. The only change he would make to the pattern is to add width to the shoulders (fair!)  He is a little broader in the shoulders than the Scroop fit model. 😉 Thank you Rhys for helping me confirm that the pattern really does fit a wide range of bodies! #scrooppatterns #herjolfsnespatterns #herjolfsnesgarments #historybounding #medievalinspired #lanternsleeves #scroopsummitdress #sizeinclusivesewingpatterns #historicallyinspiredsewingpatterns #patterntesting #bestpatterntestersever #digitalpatterns #sewyourownslowfashion #thanksithaspockets #ithaspockets #handmadefashion #sewinglove #sustainablefashion #indiesewing #sew #sewingproject #memade #memadeeveryday

Time for another gorgeous Summit Dress tester make! I had really hoped at least one tester would make their Summit Dress out of a fabric with a larger pattern, and @Aly_lynch came through with this beautiful floral. To make it even better, she used a quilting cotton. I always love when at least one tester uses quilting cotton, because it’s such a popular fabric. It’s great to see what a garment looks like in it! It’s also a perfect fabric for the Summit: stable, but with enough drape to hang beautifully. Aly liked that it was “nice intuitive make. It felt as if the pattern had a nice flow.” She says she “will wear the living heck out of it as a kitchen witchy dress.” #goals She made a View A with the View B hem length in Size 40, and felt that while it was lovely and comfortable at that size, the 4’’ of ease in the bust meant you could also go down a size for a more fitted look. Thank you Aly for your excellent fabric choices, and helpful feedback! #scrooppatterns #herjolfsnespatterns #herjolfsnesgarments #historybounding #medievalinspired #lanternsleeves #scroopsummitdress #sizeinclusivesewingpatterns #historicallyinspiredsewingpatterns #patterntesting #bestpatterntestersever #digitalpatterns #sewingcommunity #sewingsociety #instasewing #handmadeclothes #handmadefashion #handmadecloset #handmadeeveryday #handmadeclothing #wearhandmade #homesewing #homesewer #ithaspockets #wardrobebuilding

I can’t do too many pink princess Summit Dresses in a row, so let’s do a major mood change and go gothy! 🖤 Kaity of @kaitybower chose black for her View B Summit Dress test so that she had an ready-made outfit for witchy Halloween fun. Brilliant! She also describes the pattern as “unique and delightfully witchy”, so there’s a theme! 🐈‍⬛ 🎃 Her fabric is a black cotton gauze which ended up stretching as she worked with it, but which gives a delightful soft drape to the dress and the lantern sleeves, rather than a stiffer more sculptural silhouette. She made a Size 46, and altered the pattern slightly to have a stronger slope to the shoulders - her typical adjustment. Her feedback was so helpful in refining the fabric suggestions so that you don’t end up making it with a fabric that just keeps growing. Huge thank you to Kaity both for the excellent feedback, and the fabulous Halloween idea. 🖤 I sense a hashtag coming on… #summitdresscoven perhaps? Now I just have to decide what kind of witchy Summit Dress I want for myself! Or maybe I can get away with being a different witch for every day of Halloweek… 🎃 🎃 🎃 🧙‍♀️ #scrooppatterns #herjolfsnespatterns #herjolfsnesgarments #historybounding #medievalinspired #lanternsleeves #scroopsummitdress #sizeinclusivesewingpatterns #historicallyinspiredsewingpatterns #patterntesting #bestpatterntestersever #digitalpatterns#sewyourownslowfashion #thanksithaspockets #ithaspockets #handmadefashion #instasew #sewcialist #sewinglove #sustainablefashion #fashionmadebyyou #indiesewing #sew #sewingproject #memade #memadeeveryday #diyfashion

So many people made blue version of the #summitdress, but three testers also made pink versions, which delights me, because it’s stealth #disneybounding Aurora’s “Pink! No blue!” dress. It’s particularly perfect given the Medieval inspiration behind the #summitdress. Alexa of @socalcostumes picked this especially delicious shade of orchid pink for her Summit, but I’m afraid it gave her as much trouble as Aurora’s dress gave the fairy godmothers. Her fabric is a rayon blend crepe, and it streeeetched as it hung, ending up with a dress with far more ease than the pattern intended. There’s now a note in the pattern about choosing stable fabrics, or going down a size if your fabric has a lot of give. That’s one of the many things testers help with! I’m hugely grateful for Alexa’s patience as we worked through the “how is there so much more ease!” issues, and I’m so pleased that she still likes the finished result. Mahalo nui Alexa 🩷 #scrooppatterns #herjolfsnespatterns #herjolfsnesgarments #historybounding #medievalinspired #lanternsleeves #scroopsummitdress #sizeinclusivesewingpatterns #historicallyinspiredsewingpatterns #patterntesting #bestpatterntestersever #digitalpatterns #sewingcommunity #sewcialists #modernsewist #sewingsociety #instasewing #handmadeclothes #handmadefashion #handmadecloset #handmadeeveryday #handmadeclothing #wearhandmade #homesewing #homesewer #ithaspockets #wardrobebuilding

The Summit Dress launch sale may be over, but I still have some gorgeous test versions of the pattern to show you! Here’s a beautiful View A Summit Dress, modelled against the backdrop of a Swedish summer. ☀️ 🍃 Madame Grimm @loiseaudelapluie was anything but grim to have as a tester!  The only thing about her feedback and stunning Summit that make me even the littlest bit sad is that it isn’t in my wardrobe. This patterned weave is so pretty, and so evocative of the medieval aesthetic. You just need a knight and a dragon 🐉 🗡️ 👑 (as someone who grew up reading The Paper Bag Princess, I am 100% convinced Madame Grimm is the one doing the rescuing!) I particularly love the drape of the fabric. So elegant. #scrooppatterns #herjolfsnespatterns #herjolfsnesgarments #historybounding #medievalinspired #lanternsleeves #scroopsummitdress #sizeinclusivesewingpatterns #historicallyinspiredsewingpatterns #patterntesting #bestpatterntestersever #digitalpatterns #sewingcommunity #sewistsofinstagram #sewcialists #makeitsewcial #sewersofinstagram #modernsewist #sewingsociety #instasewing #handmadeclothes #handmadefashion #handmadecloset #handmadeeveryday #handmadeclothing #wearhandmade #homesewing #homesewer #ithaspockets

It’s a bit of a cliché that French women always look chic, but here is Pat proving that sometimes clichés have their basis in truth, because this is a very chic version of the Summit Dress. I love her black sash on blue dress.  I’m trying to think of a word to describe the combination that isn’t chic, so shall we say that it’s sophisticated?  Her red belted version is equally delightful! She made View B in Size 38 out of double cotton gauze.  She shortened the pattern 12cm, to match her height. #scrooppatterns #herjolfsnespatterns #herjolfsnesgarments #historybounding #medievalinspired #lanternsleeves #scroopsummitdress #sizeinclusivesewingpatterns #historicallyinspiredsewingpatterns #bestpatterntestersever #digitalpatterns #sewingcommunity #sewistsofinstagram #modernsewist #sewingsociety #instasewing #handmadeclothes #handmadefashion #handmadecloset #handmadeeveryday #handmadeclothing #wearhandmade #homesewing #homesewer #ithaspockets #wardrobebuilding #sewingbasics #sewbasics

I got to test a new @scrooppatterns pattern based on a medieval dress. I made the shorter, lower neck version with the trumpet sleeves, because everyone knows I can’t resist a statement sleeve. I love working with Leimomi at Scroop because she’s so thoughtful and encouraging. This was no exception and I feel she took my feedback into consideration for the final product. She also made a special blog post for how to add a bust dart, which is extremely useful if you are making this and have a full bust. It helps the hem be more even and also allows you to make it in a size that matches your high bust / armpit area more closely. https://thedreamstress.com/2024/08/how-to-add-a-bust-dart-to-the-scroop-summit-dress/ I made my dress in a small poly/crepe that is gloriously drapey! . . . . . #scroopPatterns #SensibleShoes #HistoryBounding #ScroopPatternsSummit #ScroopSummitDress #PDFPatterns #PlusSizeSewist #FatSewingClub #RenFaireSewing #SewingForCurves #FatSewist #SewistsOfInstagram #CurvySewists #IMakeMyOwnClothes #ChicagoSewist

Erin’s instagram @zeniamoon is an eternal source of joy to me, for her fun sewing adventures, gorgeous makes, and delightful smile. I’ve long suspected that anyone who thinks that much about how to tell an interesting story visually and in an efficient number of words would be great at pattern testing.   I was not wrong! Her feedback was just as much of a joy as her instagram.  She really thought about the pattern, and what makes using a pattern easy and fun for her.  The pattern will be easier and more fun for you to use thanks to her suggestions! She made a View B Summit Dress in Size 56, in a beautifully drapey poly-crepe.  She would like to try going down a few sizes and using the add a dart and FBA tutorial I posted.  You can thank her for prompting me to write that! #scrooppatterns #herjolfsnespatterns #herjolfsnesgarments #historybounding #medievalinspired #lanternsleeves #scroopsummitdress #sizeinclusivesewingpatterns #historicallyinspiredsewingpatterns #patterntesting #bestpatterntestersever #digitalpatterns #handmadefashion #instasew #sewcialist #sewinglove #sustainablefashion #fashionmadebyyou #indiesewing #sew #sewingproject #memade #memadeeveryday #diyfashion #isewmyownclothes #sewsewsew #sewersgonnasew #sewersofinstagram #sewmuchfun #slowfashion #instasew

I had the hardest time choosing which photos of Sonya’s @sonya_is_sewing View B Summit Dress to show you.  Her dress is so gorgeous and her photos are all so pretty! She used a cotton lawn for her dress, and the weight is just perfect for a summer version that will flutter in the breeze.  I love the way the print shows the seaming and grainlines of the dress. She says “This is a pattern I can make again and again. It went together quickly and quite easily. The sleeves went in like butter! I don’t think I’ve ever been able to set in sleeves so easily.” 💛💛💛 Sonya made a Size 40 Don’t forget, you have just 34 hours left to get 15% off the Summit Dress! #scrooppatterns #herjolfsnespatterns #herjolfsnesgarments #historybounding #medievalinspired #lanternsleeves #scroopsummitdress #sizeinclusivesewingpatterns #historicallyinspiredsewingpatterns #patterntesting #bestpatterntestersever #digitalpatterns #handmadefashion #instasew #sewcialist #sewinglove #sustainablefashion #fashionmadebyyou #indiesewing #sew #sewingproject #memade #memadeeveryday #diyfashion #isewmyownclothes #sewsewsew #sewersgonnasew #sewersofinstagram #sewmuchfun #slowfashion #instasew

The problem with being a pattern designer is that you see all the versions of your patterns that get made in absolutely fantastic fabric, and then you want your own version in that same fabric! Case in point: @mezzo.jessi’s gorgeous View B of the Summit Dress in this scrolls and florals cotton print is giving me serious fabric envy. I would be her dress twin in a heartbeat! And you know what the fabric is? SHEETS! Brilliant! How much do we love creative fabric usage? She says “I really enjoy how quickly it went together, and I like the overall loose fit! I love the sleeves, pockets!!!!, and the swoosh factor! I didn't have anything medieval inspired in my wardrobe yet, so this is a welcome addition for historybounders!” Yessssss. More medieval #historybounding please! Jessi made a Size 48, and her feedback and testing was as thoughtful and meticulous as ever. There’s a reason I’ve asked her to test multiple times! I know I’ll get helpful feedback AND she’ll test in some fantastic fabric! Be sure to pop over to her IG to see her other version, in pink. Very Sleeping Beauty to have one in each! #scrooppatterns #herjolfsnespatterns #herjolfsnesgarments #historybounding #medievalinspired #lanternsleeves #scroopsummitdress #sizeinclusivesewingpatterns #historicallyinspiredsewingpatterns #patterntesting #bestpatterntestersever

Spotlight on View A of the Summit Dress! (which is 15% off all this week!) View A is the closest version to the extant late 14th and early 15th century garments excavated in Herjolfsnes in Greenland that inspired the Summit Pattern. It’s full length, for maximum swish. The elbow length straight sleeves look like a standard modern sleeve from the front, but the back has a secret: a side-back seam (no underarm seam in these sleeves!) and an inset gusset. The seam placement and gusset are directly based on medieval garments, and are something I really wanted to include in the pattern. It’s such a fun, unusual feature. It’s also practical: the inset gusset allows a wide range of movement, and moving the seam from the underarm to the back arm can be more comfortable for people with sensory issues. Te KuraHuia @theebadmanawahine is wearing View A in Size 40.  She is 5'6''/167cm.   Her Summit Dress is made up in lightweight herringbone twill 100% wool fabric. The fabric is actually some of the last fabric from NZ’s last wool mill, which I’ve hoarded since it closed down a decade ago. #scrooppatterns #summitdress #scroopsummitdress #sewingpatternswithlanternsleeves #medievalsewingpatterns #medievalhistorybounding #medievalinspired #historybounding #herjolfsnesgarments #herjolfsnespatterns

Who’s ready to see the gorgeous #summitdress tester makes? I’m starting with the beautiful View B with the View A full-length skirt that @walkthethread made, because her dress looks like she should be holidaying on some glorious Greek Island. Can’t you just imagine her lounging by the Aegean Sea? The lantern sleeves might not be as structural in her light cotton muslin, but the overall effect is so dreamy! She says: “I really enjoyed learning (despite the frustration with the fabric) to sew a godet. And these were my first lantern sleeves! Love them!” Her favourite part of the pattern is the option to sew the front and back godets with and without seams - an option that is based on the extant Medieval examples, which often have seams because the fabric wasn’t wide enough to cut pieces like the godet on the fold. “I love when design decisions are rooted in legacy. It's funny how I first I disliked it because it was an added seam that felt unnecessary, and now it's my favourite part of the design! I love when our garments tell stories.“ She made a Size 32 Belen’s favourite part of the pattern is the godets. MY favourite part of her photos is her demonstrating that she can do push-ups while wearing it: a very important factor in making garments! (tbh, I’m not sure I can do push ups no matter what I’m wearing!) Thank you Belen for your excellent help as a tester - you provided such fantastically detailed and thorough feedback! #scrooppatterns #herjolfsnespatterns #herjolfsnesgarments #historybounding #medievalinspired #lanternsleeves #scroopsummitdress #sizeinclusivesewingpatterns #historicallyinspiredsewingpatterns #patterntesting #bestpatterntestersever

Let’s talk lantern sleeves! When I was developing the Summit Dress pattern I knew I wanted a second sleeve option, but wasn’t immediately sure what it should be. Should I go the super simple route, and just make one a very short sleeve, and the other a full length medieval sleeve? I trialled a sleeveless version, but it would have required a complete re-draft of the bodice section. I thought about a bishop sleeve. I do love bishop sleeves. But then my friend @ninavirgo suggested lantern sleeves. Ooooh… I hesitated, because lantern sleeves are such a pain to grade. But after making a trail, I was sold. So, here you go! Lantern sleeves! Worth the hassle of grading! I love how they echo the structural fullness of the dress: volume achieved through geometry and seaming, rather than gathers or pleats. Hope you love them too, and huge thanks to Nina for the awesome design idea! #scrooppatterns #summitdress #scroopsummitdress #lanternsleeves #sewingpatternswithlanternsleeves #medievalsewingpatterns #medievalhistorybounding #medievalinspired #historybounding

Enjoy some sleeve and pocket details while I make sure the last of the pattern details are perfect 🩵 #scrooppatterns #summitdress #scroopsummitdress #comingsoon

The countdown to pattern launch is on! The feedback is in, the marathon adjusting and updating and sample sewing and photographing session is over, I’m making the final edits to the pattern and putting the website and marketing and pattern packs together… Soon… #scrooppatterns #summitdress #scroopsummitdress

Yes there will be pockets! #comingsoon #summitdress #scroopsummitdress #yesithaspockets #scrooppatterns

Just 36 hours left to take advantage of the #summitdress launch sale! Pssst, head over to thedreamstress.com to see more gorgeous tester makes! #scrooppatterns #patternlaunch #sizeinclusivesewingpatterns #medievalinspired #historybounding #lanternsleeves #sewyourownclothes #sewyourselfsustainable

I had the honor of being a pattern tester for @scrooppatterns “Summit Dress”! Their pattern is super easy to understand and the techniques needed are all broken down in easy to understand instructions! ☀️ I chose a rayon / linen fabric from @joann_stores which ended up not being the best choice. Rayon likes to grow, or stretch out, a lot. For days sometimes. So I ended up recutting my pattern pieces a handful of times before the pieces stopped growing. But I love this color and the fabric is nice to wear in the California summer heat. 💜 The pattern is now on sale on @scrooppatterns website which I will link in my story! It’s really cool to support small business, especially for sewing patterns! So go check it out! 😉 •• ••• •• #scrooppatterns #summitdress #patterntesting #patterntester #pattern #sewingpattern #historicalfashion #modernhistoricalfashion

Pop over to thedreamstress.com to learn how to add a dart and do an #fba on the #summitdress #scrooppatterns #fbatutorial

Need help with the fit of the Cassandra and Augusta Stays patterns? Amber @virgilsfinegoods and I can’t offer personalised fitting advice on our patterns (if we did we’d never manage to make another pattern!), but there are a number of ways to get advice: ⭐️ First, make sure you’ve read all the supplementary blog posts and watched the videos on fitting stays. We’ve already put a TON of information out there. It’s all linked through at the bottom of the pattern pages for each pattern at ScroopPatterns.com ⭐️If you still need help, post in the Scroop Patterns Sewing Group on Facebook. There are lots of other sewists there with a whole range of fitting experience. You can ask about any pattern - and then show off your finished make! ⭐️It also helps to post progress images on instagram with the hashtag for the pattern, and ask your fit questions. You never know who will see and have had, and solved, the same issue. If we have time Amber or I will answer questions posted in either of those ways. That way our answers are useful to future makers. ⭐️ There’s also an excellent Facebook group called 18th Century Stays - Fitting that is solely focused on stay fitting advice for all patterns. ⭐️ I’ve also seen some great advice in response to questions in r/historicalcostuming on Reddit. Happy staymaking! #scrooppatterns #virgilsfinegoods #staymaking #staypatterns #augustastays #cassandrastays #fittingstays

And the winner of the poll was… (by a landslide!) …narrow linen tape! (luckily that was my fave too) And now the long, slow process of stitching it on begins. #scrooppatterns #cassandrastays #staymaking #cassandrastayssewalong

Here are some of the extant stays @virgilsfinegoods and I based the #cassandrastays pattern on to inspire your weekend sewing 💛 Follow the links at the bottom of the pattern description page at scrooppatterns.com to read more about them, and what elements got incorporated into the pattern! #scrooppatterns #staymaking #18thcenturystays #18thcenturystaysmaking #18thcenturystayspattern

No, I haven’t abandoned the Cassandra Stays Sew Along! I’ve just been slowly working on the next step (while also working on the new pattern - sneak peek in the background!) and the post for that will be up soon! So, if you’ve wanted to join but worried you were behind, now is the perfect time to catch up! #scrooppatterns #cassandrastays #cassandrastayssewalong #handsewing #staymaking #18thcenturycostume #18thcenturysewing

This is how not to fit a pair of stays: Over a T-shirt, still wearing a bra, with the tabs not cut! No, no, no! You should always fit stays over the type of undergarment you intend to wear the stays with.  A T-shirt and bra, or even a t-shirt alone, will support your bust in a very different way than a shift.   In Slide 2 you can see how my Cassandra stays are collapsing slightly at the side, because my bra is lifting my bust inward, leaving a hollow at the sides. You also need to cut your tabs to properly assess the fit.  You can see how much the tap spacing at the side front is struggling (Slide 3) , because it needs the tabs on either side of it to be released as well. Once I cut the tabs open I may actually be able to lace the stays a little tighter, which means they are slightly too big for me as they are now, and need to be taken in. However, even with a ‘bad’ fitting, the fit on these Cassandra Stays is SO comfortable! And how pretty is that solid back? #scrooppatterns #cassandrastays #cassandrastayssewalong #virgilsfinegoods #staymaking #fittingstays #fittingcorsets #18thcenturystays #18thcenturysewingpatterns

I’ve just updated the website with a new featured collection on the front page: multi-fit patterns with bust and hip fit options! Adding different cup sizes and hip flares to patterns is a lot of work, but it makes it so much easier for you as the sewist to get the right fit, quickly! From the Robin Dress & Ngaio Blouse, with their extra cup sizes; through the Cassandra & Augusta Stays, with two different bust-waist ratio size sets; to the Rilla Corset with two waist-hip ratios, and the Persis Corset which has three cup sizes AND two waist-hip ratio choices, I hope you love the flexibility and fit ease these patterns offer you #scrooppatterns #scrooprobin #robindress #fullbustfriendlypatterns #multicupsizepatterns #ngaioblouse #cassandrastays #augustastays #rillacorset #persiscorset #corsetmaking #corsetpatterns #staypatterns

Throwback to @brazilianbaroness looking ultra glam in a #kilbirnieskirt - exactly the look I need for this heat! I still love how she made this very 1910s pattern look very modern, and so chic 💛💛💛 #scrooppatterns #bestpatterntestersever #1910scostuming

A look at some of the details of the original 1910s skirt that the Kilbirnie Skirt pattern is based on. It’s such a sweet little number, and was a great pattern base 🤍 A full look at the original skirt is linked through the #kilbirnieskirt pattern page at scrooppatterns.com #scrooppatterns #1910sfashion #1910ssewingpattern #1910sskirt #vintage1910s

A detail of the boned interior waistband and standing frill on the Kilbirnie Skirt. Boned interior waistbands are the cornerstone of 1910s skirt and dress construction. Back in the 'teens you could buy pre-made boned waistbands at any haberdashery. ⁠ ⁠ Today it's a little trickier: you have to make your own. ⁠ ⁠ The Kilbirnie Skirt pattern includes detailed instructions on making your own waistband, with lots of tips to help you achieve a result that acts as much as possible like a period original.⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #kilbirnieskirt #historicalsewing #edwardiansewing #historicalsewingpatterns #1910ssewing #historicalcostuming #edwardiansewingpatterns⁠

Lots of you have been taking advantage of the pattern sale to buy a complete set of 1910s wardrobe patterns, with the #rillacorset #ettiepetti #selinablouse and #kilbirnieskirt. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Here's some fabric and design inspiration to go with your patterns. So many delicious details!⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ 🦋 Get 25% off all downloadable patterns until Midnight Monday 29 Nov, NZ time 🦋⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #patternsale #historicalsewingpatterns #1910scostuming #historicalcostuming #historicalfashion #1910sfashion #1910spatterns

And the new set of Edwardian underwear is done #scrooppatterns #rillacorset #ettiepettie #ettiepetticoat #1916fashion #1910s #underpinnings #edwardianfashion

Still so in love with the curves of the #persiscorset It was very tricky to grade the pattern accurately to maintain that deliciously swoopy panel on the front in elegant proportions for every size, but so worth it! #scrooppatterns #edwardiancorset #corsetpattern #corsetmaking #1900scorset

We got so many amazing photos from the #persiscorset photoshoot at @katherinemansfieldhouse that it was incredibly difficult to pick which ones to showcase in the product photos on Shopify. This stunning image with @fipefoai literally glowing against that blue wall is one that didn't make it, but it's too pretty not to show you. I love the way the curves of the furniture are picked up in her chemise and the lines of the Persis Corset. #scrooppatterns #corsetmaking #persiscorset #1900scorset #1900scorsetpattern #edwardiancorsetpattern #edwardiansewing #historicalcorsetpattern

To I have spent WAY too many weeks thinking that this is A LOT of boning for the 1910s, and I think I have realised why. @scrooppatterns , is this notions list trying to indicate that I can choose BETWEEN the plastic boning and straight steel bones? Or will I need both, as I originally assumed? #scrooppatterns #rillacorset #1910s #TitanicEra #HistoricalCostuming #Corsetry

Need a bit more bust space in the Rilla Corset? Set a small gusset into the seam between Front A and Side Front B. Run the boning channels on either side of the gusset for a smooth line. Sorted! #scrooppatterns #rillacorset #sewingtip #historicalsewing

Looking forward to a few days of lounging around in a boudoir cap, reading 1910s magazines and showing off my waist in a Rilla Corset like Jenni here.⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ (haha. Nope! I'm going to spend it all sitting in front of a computer doing pattern development.)⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ #scrooppatterns #rillacorset #corsetpattern #corsetmaking #corset #corsetiere #1910scorset #1910sfashion #fashionhistory #historicalfashion #historicalpatterns #corsetpatterns #sewingpatterns #indiepatterns #indiepatterndesigner #historicalpatterndesigner #wwicorset #wwifashion #1910sfoundations #foundationgarments #sewingcorsets ⁠

A belated #sillysunday This one is silly and sweet - the models for the #otarihoodie had such fun that they went from strangers to friends (the kind that spontaneously do weird poses for the camera!) by the end of the shoot. #bestmodelsever ⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ ⠀ #scrooppatterns #otarihoodie #scroopotari #sewingknits #sewingtips #sewingzippers #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #sewinclusive #indiepatterns #indipatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcurvy #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram

Loving those cloud pockets! ⁣ .⁣ #scrooppatterns #otarihoodie⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ #scroopotari #sewingknits #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewindie #stripes #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram

Since I'm on the topic of wonderful tester makes, here's a throwback to @litenkrubba and her fabulous Kilbirnie skirt. Her take on it is utter perfection!⁠ ⁠ She used the additional historical information given in the pattern as inspiration, and added a tuck around the hem, and buttons clustered in pairs all the way down the front of the skirt.⁠ ⁠ Her fabric is a thin wool in a wonderful shade of grey-purple, and her 1910s blouse collection has me green with envy! ⁠ ⁠ She made a Size 34.⁠ ⁠ See more of the tester makes of the Kilbirnie Skirt on my blog - just follow the link in my profile and click on this image again. ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #kilbirnieskirt #historicalcostuming #1910scostuming #historicalsewing #historicalsewingpatterns #historybounding #1910sstyle ⁠

This time a year ago I launched the Selina Blouse pattern, and started working on the Kilbirnie Skirt pattern. ⁠ ⁠ Jenni wears both of them here made up in silk: silk chiffon for the blouse, and silk crepe for the skirt. ⁠ ⁠ I love the way the buttons of the two echo each other in front, and the scoop of the collar and waist echo each other in back. ⁠ ⁠ She's wearing the View A Selina Blouse, and View B Kilbirnie Skirt. ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #scroopselina #kilbirnieskirt #selinablouse #makeyourownhistorical #edwardiansewing #historicalcostuming #edwardiancostuming #historybounding #dresslikeanedwardian #1910sstyle #edwardianeveryday #1910scostuming #historicalsewing #historicalsewingpattern #scrooppatterns

Kilbirnie Skirt View B pockets are the best. I mean, pockets big enough to fit a whole book in them? #winning⁠ ⁠ 🌼 Link to the pattern in bio.⁠ 🌼⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #kilbirnieskirt #yesithaspockets #indiepattern #historicalsewing #historicalsewingpattern #historybounding #historicaleveryday #thanksithaspockets

The Kilbirnie Skirt and Selina Blouse pair perfectly as a 'dress in two parts'. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Here @ninavirgo models her Kilbirnie + Selina ensemble, in grey checked cotton with pocket and lapel facings in white, and dark buttons for impact. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #kilbirnieskirt #scroopselina #selinablouse #makeyourownhistorical #edwardiansewing #historicalcostuming #edwardiancostuming #historybounding #dresslikeanedwardian #1910sstyle #edwardianeveryday #1910scostuming #historicalsewing #historicalsewingpattern

Boned interior waistbands are the cornerstone of 1910s skirt and dress construction. Back in the 'teens you could buy pre-made boned waistbands at any haberdashery. ⁠ ⁠ Today it's a little trickier: you have to make your own. ⁠ ⁠ The Kilbirnie Skirt pattern includes detailed instructions on making your own waistband, with lots of tips to help you achieve a result that acts as much as possible like a period original.⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #kilbirnieskirt #historicalsewing #edwardiansewing #historicalsewingpatterns #1910ssewing #historicalcostuming

Big pockets, bold buttons, and a sweet frill at the waist on the #kilbirnieskirt⁠ ⁠ This skirt is equally fabulous for historical costuming or historybounding. ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #historicalsewing #historicalsewingpatterns #1910sfashion #1910sewing #historybounding #edwardianfashion #edwardianstyle ⁠

Working on something to go with this!⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #comingsoon #kilbirnieskirt #selinablouse #historicalsewing #historicalsewingpatterns #historicalcostuming #1910sfashion #1910scostuming #edwardianfashion #edwardiancostuming

I am so close to finishing my second (3rd if I include my mock up) #rillacorset. I have just enough left over lace from a UFO that is going to look fantastic on this that I’m hand sewing at the top!! #historicsewing #scrooppatterns

Enjoy some corset inspiration from the Prague Museum of Decorative Arts @upm_prague This corset is nearly identical in cut to the Rilla Corset, but is constructed with the boning channels sewn on the outside of the corset, rather than the inside. It would be an easy alteration to make to the pattern if you wanted to recreate this exact corset. Note the stiff cotton mesh the corset is made from: this type of fabric is seen on corsets for hot weather wear, and was intended to be cooler and more breathable than standard corsetry fabrics. #rillacorset #corsethistory #1910sfashion #1910scorset #scrooppatterns

The Rilla Corset creates the perfect long, smooth silhouette to go under your 1910s outfits, while still allowing you lots of freedom of movement.⁠ ⁠ The trick is a clever cut, and where the bones end. Look closely and you can see the bones finish before the fullest part of the hips and bottom, allowing you to bend, sit, and move.⁠ ⁠ I've done serious housecleaning in my Rilla, washed laundry 1910s style, gone tramping, and scaled a steel cliff for fossil hunting!⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ #scrooppatterns #rillacorset #corsetmaking #corset #corsetiere #1910scorset #1910sfashion #fashionhistory #historicalfashion #historicalpatterns #corsetpatterns #sewingpatterns #indiepatterns #indiepatterndesigner #sewinglingerie #historicalpatterndesigner #wwicorset #wwiera #wwifashion #1910sfoundations #foundationgarments #sewingcorsets

Felicity the sewing cat has turned a Rilla Corset into a dragon hoard 💛💛 #scrooppatterns #felicitythesewingcat #sewingwithcats #rillacorset

Is it getting chilly where you are? Keep yourself warm with an #otarihoodie. Get the pattern at scrooppatterns.com, and if follow the step-by-step Sew-Along for the perfect finish. ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ Click on the Linkin link in my profile, and click on this image again for the Sew-Along!.⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #sewingknits #sewingtips #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiesewing #indiepattern #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #sewinclusive #sizeinclusivesewingpattern #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #sewindie #sewcialistsofinstagram #handmade #sew #diy #sewingproject #sewingaddict #handmadewardrobe

The weather in Wellington can't decide if it's summer or not. One day it's sunny and warm, the next windy and chilly. So I've been wearing Otari Hoodie's a lot! Warm, comfy, and with awesome front pockets! ⁠ .⁠ Not only does the pattern have fabulously detailed instructions, but there is a sew-along on my blog with even more tips and tricks..⁠ .⁠ Get your own pattern at scrooppatterns.com - just follow the Linkin Link in my bio, and then click on this image again.⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #scrooppatterns #otarihoodie #scroopotari #sewingknits #memadeeveryday #sewingtips #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #memadewardrobe #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing

Snuggling up with some #otarihoodie friends. ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #sewingknits #sewingtips #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #memade #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterndesigner #indiepatterns #indiepattern #hoodie #hoodiepattern #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewinclusive #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram

It must be Otari Hoodie weather - @tworandomwords and @sew.stoked have just finished gorgeous versions of the pattern!  .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ ⁣ ⁣ #scrooppatterns #otarihoodie #scroopotari #sewingknits #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiesewing #sewindie #indiepatterncompany #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #hoodie #hoodiepattern #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger

Jenni looking every so lovely in the Selina Blouse and Kilbirnie Skirt. Her blouse is of silk georgette with the cutest pattern of wee berries and vines on it, with collar and trim of ivory silk crepe de chine. Her skirt is black silk crepe de chine. The Kilbirnie & Selina were designed to be the perfect pairing, so the angles of the Selina collar and cuffs play off the angles of the Kilbirnie pockets, and the buttons on each garment mirror each other. #scrooppatterns #kilbirnieskirt #selinablouse #edwardianfashion #1910sfashion #edwardianstyle #historicalsewingpatterns #1910ssewingpatterns

I tested the patterns for the #kilbirnieskirt from @scrooppatterns and it was a dream! It is a historical pattern but I'd like to incorporate it to my daily wardrobe and instantly I though of a #cruisecollection style. I used on my skirt linen and mother of pearl vintage buttons. ☆ go to their instagram to see more pictures and different ways of wearing this skirt. The patterns are now available. I super recommend it. #scrooppatterns #costurahistorica #historicalsewing #20thcentury #costurahistorica #edwardianera #belleepoque #resortcollection #amalficoast #costumecouture

The Kilbirnie Skirt and Selina blouse make the perfect pairing. Here @ninavirgo shows them off as a ‘dress in two parts’ 💛 #scrooppatterns #selinablouse #kilbirnieskirt #1910sfashion #1910scostuming #1910sclothing #historicalsewing #historicalcostuming

The #persiscorset has been the top selling pattern this week, and I for one am VERY excited about the prospect of a lot of costumers getting into 1907-1911 fashions! #scrooppatterns #edwardiancostuming #edwardiansewingpatterns #edwardiancorset #edwardiancorsetpattern #corsetpattern #corsetmaking #historicalcostuming

Some Sunday Silliness from the Persis Corset photoshoot. This is what happens when one model keeps an out-of-frame running commentary on the aesthetics and possible uses of the outfits in the antique magazine the model currently working is trying to pose with - and she just looses it! 🤣 I think the particular offender in this case was a hat that looked just a little tooooo much like a decorated toilet roll holder 😜 "The hat for when you might need to go when you go out" #scrooppatterns #persiscorset #sillysunday #corsetpattern #corsetmaking #edwardiancorset #edwardiancorsetpattern #edwardianpattern #1900scorsetpattern #1900ssewing

Still so in love with how gorgeous the models looked in the #persiscorset shoot, and what a fabulous setting @katherinemansfieldhouse was! With @fipefoai #scrooppatterns #edwardiancorset #edwardiancorsetpattern #edwardiancorsetmaking #corsetmaking

I'm celebrating decreased covid restriction levels in my part of NZ by heading off to @visit_zealandia in a cozy #otarihoodie to spend some quality time with the birds.⁠ 🦜🦜🦜 (don’t worry, I’ll be masked - although my mask options, very inappropriately, either have cats or foxes on them!) ⁠⠀ Then it's back to my desk, for some exciting pattern drafting work on an upcoming (but still a few months out - sorry!) pattern.⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Get your own Otari Hoodie pattern at ScroopPatterns.com, and add this super-useful garment to your me-made wardrobe.⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #otarihoodie #sewingknits #hoodiepattern #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #indiesewing #indiepatterns #memade #sew

The Otari Hoodie is 95% machine sewn, but there's just a few little places where a tiny bit of hand finishing gives a really polished finish. ⁠ ⁠ My aim with sewing, and sewing patterns, is to help people get a finish that's 'better than boughten'. If you're making something for yourself you should be able to make something that looks better than a mass-produced item!⁠ ⁠ In addition to detailed instructions, the Otari Hoodie pattern has a full sew-along. ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #otarihoodie #sewingknits #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #slowfashion #sewyourownslowfashion #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #indiesewing #indiepatterns #memade #sew

Happy Easter! Here's a throwback to the time I painted some #otarihoodie themed Easter Eggs 🐇🐣 ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #happyeaster #easteregg #sewingknits #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #indiepatterns #memade #sew

I was video chatting with my sister the other day, and she suddenly realised I was wearing a hoodie. Somehow she managed to miss the part where I 1) started wearing hoodies and 2) launched a hoodie pattern!⁠ ⁠ So yeah. I make corset patterns and elaborate historical patterns, and make hoodie patterns. And I wear them all too! 🤣⁠ ⁠ The Otari Hoodie is a darn good hoodie pattern too - great pockets, fabulous finishes, and a fit that's relaxed without being sloppy. ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #otarihoodie #sewingknits #knitpatterns #indiepatterncompany

A belated #sillysunday featuring Priscilla making pointed poses in her Otari Hoodie. ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #otarihoodie #scroopotari #sewingknits #stripes #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #indiepatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #designer

Happy New Year from Scroop Patterns! Hope your 2019 is amazing!⠀ .⠀ Here's to the Otari Hoodie - the only Scroop Pattern of 2018. It may have been the only pattern, but it's a good one. And here's to 2019 - may it be the year of many, many patterns! ⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #scrooppatterns #otarihoodie #scroopotari #sewingknits #sewingzippers #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #makersofinstagram #makerslife #creativecommunity #indipatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram #designer

The Otari Hoodie is such a fun opportunity to play with stripes and pattern placement. . . . . . . . . #scrooppatterns #otarihoodie #scroopotari #sewingknits #sewingtips #sewingzippers #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #makersofinstagram #makerslife #creativecommunity #indipatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram #girlboss #designer

Keeping my hands warm in the wonderful big #otarihoodie pockets.⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #scrooppatterns #scroopotari #sewingknits #sewingzippers #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #makersofinstagram #makerslife #creativecommunity #indipatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram #girlboss #designer

The Otari Hoodie is perfect for autumn and spring frolics on the beach. .⠀ Unfortunately for me, for the last 24 hours it's been perfect (if anything can fit that description) for wearing with pyjamas while huddling under a blanket on the couch with a box of tissues and a bad cold. ⠀ .⠀ This has held up the Otari Hoodie Sew Along by a day, but we'll be back on track later today, with a new post about sewing prep. An tomorrow the actual sewing starts: pockets! ⠀ .⠀ #otarioctober⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #scrooppatterns #otarihoodie #scroopotari #sewingknits #sewalong #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #makersofinstagram #makerslife #creativecommunity #indipatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram #girlboss #designer

Today's post in the Otari Hoodie Sew-Along continues, with a discussion on sizing, alterations, and how to grade between sizes to customise your fit. ⠀ .⠀ Follow the link in my bio to read all about it! ⠀ .⠀ #otarioctober⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #scrooppatterns #otarihoodie #scroopotari #sewingknits #sewalong #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #makersofinstagram #makerslife #creativecommunity #indipatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram #girlboss #designer

I'm thinking of doing an Otari Sew-Along in October. It would be #otarioctober 😜 Would you be interested in sewing an Otari Hoodie along with me? . . . . . . . . #scrooppatterns #otarihoodie #scroopotari #sewingknits #sewingtips #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #sewalong #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #makersofinstagram #memade #sewallthethings #indipatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram #girlboss #designer

It's funny how three and a half years can change things. When I released the Wonder Unders underthing patterns were still pretty uncommon and weird in the sewing world - now there are whole pattern companies that specialise in them! ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ It's great that so many people are making their complete wardrobe from the inside out - and I think the Wonder Unders still hold up well as a everything-you-need-for-your-under-layers pattern. (and some people wear the dress and singlet as outer layers!)⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #wonderunders #scroopwonderunders #sewingknits #sewingtips #sewingsupplies #sewinglingerie #sewingknickers #sewingunderwear #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterndesigner #indiepatterns #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewinclusive #sewingpatterndesigner #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing

A Tuesday Sewing Tutorial: how to turn the singlet camisole or the slip dress of the Wonder Unders into a V-neck. 😃⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ Follow the linkin link in my profile and click on this image again to learn how 🧡⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #wonderunders #scroopwonderunders #sewingknits #sewingtips #sewingsupplies #sewinglingerie #sewingknickers #sewingunderwear #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterndesigner #indiepatterns #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewinclusive #sewingpatterndesigner #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing

If you want to make the Wonder Unders, but aren't sure where to get the right elastic, I've got you covered with a post full of lingerie suppliers from around the world!⁣ .⁣ Click on the Linkin Link in my bio, and then click on this image again to be taken right to it. ⁣ .⁣ And get your Wonder Unders pattern at scrooppatterns.com⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ #scrooppatterns #wonderunders #scroopwonderunders #sewingknits #sewingtips #sewingsupplies #sewinglingerie #sewingknickers #sewingunderwear #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterndesigner #indiepatterns #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewinclusive #sewingpatterndesigner #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing

Yesterday was ANZAC Day in NZ, so here’s to the Rilla Corset pattern, which had its inception on ANZAC Day 2015, when I began thinking about why there are so few stories told about the women who stayed behind in NZ, and how their lives and roles changed with the war. #scrooppatterns #rillacorset #wwihistory #wwifashion #corsetpattern

It's the weekend, and the Otari Hoodie is as far as you can get from all the fancy historical stuff I've been posting - but very fun to sew, and perfect for weekend activities that don't involve dressing up in elaborate 18th century dresses with friends 😜⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #otarihoodie #sewingknits #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #sewing #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #sewyourownslowfashion #hoodiepattern

Thank you to everyone who bought a pattern in the sale! We can't wait to see all your creations from your new patterns!⁠ ⁠ Now to turn all out attention to the finishing details of the next pattern… 😄⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #otarihoodie

Continuing on the pattern countdown, #7 is the Otari Hoodie!⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ If you'd told me in June 2017 that I was going to end up designing a hoodie pattern from Scroop, I wouldn't have believed you. I'd never worn a hoodie, and they were so…modern! ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ But then I borrowed one of Mr D's hoodies for a walk, and fell in love. I went looking for a pattern to make one for me, and realised that there wasn't one on the market that had the size range of Scroop Patterns, or the attention to detail and finish that I like to give to my sewing.⁠⠀💛 .⁠⠀ So a few weeks later, I had a pattern for me. And after some finessing and adjustments I had a pattern for you. ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ And I'm obsessed with them. I have 5 Otari Hoodies in my own wardrobe, and wear them all the time: they are warm and snuggly and have fabulous pockets that fit cameras and wallets and pretty pebbles and bird feathers and even small books.⁠⠀🦜 .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #otarihoodie #sewingknits #sewingzippers #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #sewyourown #slowfashion #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #indiepatterns #memade #sew

After a week of dressing up for graduation festivities at Toi Whakaari the New Zealand Drama School, I am very much looking forward to hanging out in a Otari Hoodie and jeans at my sewing machine all weekend.⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #scrooppatterns #otarihoodie #scroopotari #sewingknits #sewingweekend #sewcasual #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #makersofinstagram #makerslife #creativecommunity #indipatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram #girlboss #designer

I'm going back down the 1910s pockets rabbit hole again, so let's stop and take a moment to admire the cunning pointy pockets of View B of the #kilbirnieskirt. ⁠ ⁠ They are cute, they are enormous, and I love them!⁠ ⁠ I have found that you have to be careful not to drop really small things into them though, because fishing one tiny button out of the bottom point is rather frustrating! ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #historicalsewing #historicalsewingpatterns #1910sfashion #1910sewing #historybounding #edwardianfashion #edwardianstyle ⁠#edwardiansewingpatterns #yesithaspockets

Today I'm taking a little break from working on future patterns to work on pieces for a 1910s wardrobe for the annual historical retreat I go on with my friends. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ The #kilbirnieskirt and #selinablouse are going to feature rather prominently, not just in my wardrobe, but amongst the whole group. 😜⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ They are versatile enough that we should look like a charming catalogue ad, not a particularly well dressed cult! 🤣⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Both of these patterns are comfortable enough we should be able to do all the cooking and rambling and tidying up in them. And the Kilbirnie's pockets are going to be particularly useful when we go hunting for fossils down on the coast!⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #historicalsewing #historicalsewingpatterns #historicalcostuming #1910scostuming #1910ssewingpatterns ⁠⠀

I've put out a call for testers for the next Scroop Pattern: a petticoat or skirt with fabulous finishing details. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Views C & D of the pattern are designed to go under 1910s skirts like the Kilbirnie Skirt. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ I particularly like the silhouette View D gives. It's the least ruffly and full, but it's perfect for creating the slim A-line you see in 'teens fashion plates. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ 🌻 Link to learn more about pattern testing and how to apply to test in my profile. 🌻⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #kilbirnieskirt #1910sfashion #1910sstyle #callforpatterntesters #patterntesterswanted #patterntesting #historicalsewing #historicalsewingpatterns

A little original 1910s #ettiepetti inspiration to end the week on 🩷 #scrooppatterns #ettiepetticoat #1910sfashion #1910ssewingpattern #petticoatpattern

Johanna of @bandykullan was one of the first testers to finish her Seatoun skirt. The classic black and white combination she picked is so chic - and works so well with her polka dotted Selina blouse. She also provided prompt and extremely clear feedback, much of which made it into the pattern, and the rest of which will reveal itself in tutorials here and on the blog. Johanna made her Seatoun in Size 42, View B. Her skirt is made from a cotton herringbone twill. Her whole outfit is by Scroop - she’s wearing it over a Rilla Corset and an Ettie Petticoat! I love her hat: a great refashion of a hat with the right Edwardian shape from a high-street shop. So clever. Her overall thoughts on the pattern are very simple! “Loved it” ♥️♥️♥️♥️ Both the Seatoun & Tara are 15% off this week! 🌹 Treat yourself to the digital pattern at ScroopPatterns.com, or pre-order the paper pattern at VirgilsFineGoods.com 🌹 #scrooppatterns #scrooptara #scroopseatoun #historybounding #edwardiansewingpattern #edwardianhistorybounding #historicalsewingpatterns #1910ssewingpatterns #selinablouse #rillacorset #ettiepetticoat #vintageinspiredsewing #bestpatterntestersever

Persis corset mock-up in progress. I’ve had the materials for this corset for over a year now. It’s been hard to find time sew lately between my mom being sick, running a business and an unplanned move but here we are on the other side-ish. I’m making size 42 with the slender hip panel option. Try on photos are coming soon! #scrooppatterns #persiscorset #edwardiancorset #historicalsewing

What are Te KuraHuia and Fipe smiling about? Perhaps there's some very happy news over on Scrooppatterns.com… #scrooppatterns #persiscorset #historicalsewingpatterns #edwardiansewingpatterns #corsetpatterns

I was among the lucky ones who were chosen to test the 1907-1911 Persis corset by Scroop patterns. Here is my test version and my blog post is coming soon. Keep posted. Also grab your copy of the pattern from the launch discount sales at @scrooppatterns *Please note that actual pattern may be slightly different than my test version. / Olin niiden onnekkaiden joukossa jotka valittiin testaamaan Scroop patterns'n 1907-1911 Persis korsettia. Tässä on testiversioni. Blogi postaus tulossa pian, pysy kuulolla. Ja nappaa oma kaavasi @scrooppatterns julkaisu-tarjouksesta. *Huomaa että varsinainen kaava voi hieman poiketa testiversiostani. #HistoricalCostuming #CostumeHistory #1900s #1910s #EdwardianStyle #HistoriallisetPuvut #PukuHistoria #HistoricalCorset #HistoriallinenKorsetti #ScroopPatterns #PersisCorset #PatternTesting

The best $2.50 I have spent in quite some time! #scrooppatterns #RillaCorset #historicalcostuming #sewingadventures #corsetry #sewingpatterns #1910sfashion #TitanicEra

I hate polyester, but this was too perfect for my corset binding! Fingers crossed it looks as good as I’m envisioning! #corsetmaking #longlinecorset #1910sfashion #rillacorset #scrooppatterns

It’s just this time of year back in 2018 that I launched the #otarihoodie and it’s still the perfect garment for these transitional seasons. I’ll be wearing an Otari all weekend as I go for walks in @visit_zealandia and plant my spring bulbs and hang out with friends and do a little house maintenance in anticipation of winter. What are you up to over the weekend? #scrooppatterns #sewinghoodies #indiesewingpattern #sewingwithknits

Weekend adventures in an Otari Hoodie (with bonus Miramar top underneath)⁠ ⁠ Loving those cloud pockets! ⁣⁠ .⁣⁠ #scrooppatterns #otarihoodie⁣⁠ .⁣⁠ .⁣⁠ .⁣⁠ .⁣⁠ .⁣⁠ .⁣⁠ #scroopotari #sewingknits #slowfashion #sewyourownslowfashion #hoodiepattern #memadeeveryday #indiesewingpatterns #sewingknitsiseasy

Happy Easter! Here's a throwback to the time I painted some #otarihoodie themed Easter Eggs 🤣⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #happyeaster #easteregg #sewingknits #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #indiepatterns #memade #sew⁠

Cool weather? Time to sew up an Otari Hoodie!⁠ .⁠ The pattern features two hood options, two pocket options, and detailed instructions to help you get a perfect finish. ⁠ .⁠ It's available in bust sizes 30''/76cm-52''/132cm⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #scrooppatterns #otarihoodie #sewingknits #slowfashion #sewyourownslowfashion #costumersforclimateaction #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #indiesewing

The Scroop Instagram has been very historical of late, so here's a reminder that I also make modern patterns, including the cool, quirky, and extremely useful #otarihoodie.⁠ ⁠ I aim to make both my modern and historical sewing patterns detailed and accessible, so you can achieve a beautiful finish no matter what you're sewing 💛⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #sewingknits #sewingtips #sewingzippers #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #sewyourownslowfashion #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #indiesewing #indiepatterns

Some sewing inspiration for those of you dealing with winter. The Otari Hoodie is perfect for keeping warm when the weather is a bit chilly.⁠ .⁠ This fabulous pattern has detailed instructions for making a beautifully finished hoodie. ❄️⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #scrooppatterns #otarihoodie #sewingknits #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewyourown #sewyourownslowfashion #sewallthethings #indiepatterns #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #isew #sewinglife #indiesewing ⁠ ⁠

@sew.stoked modelling an #otarihoodie (and ignoring the silliness going on behind her). Perfect for spring or autumn. ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #otarioctober #sewingknits #sewingtips #sewingzippers #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #sew #memadewardrobe #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewinclusive #plussizesewingpatterns #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing

Last October I was busy celebrating the launch of the #otarihoodie with #otarioctober and a step-by-step sewalong for the hoodie. ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ You can still follow the entire sewalong on my blog - just follow the Linkin link in my profile, and click on this image again. .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ Then its smooth sailing through all the hoodie making!⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #sewingknits #sewingtips #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiesewing #indiepattern #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #sewinclusive #sizeinclusivesewingpattern #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #sewindie #sewcialistsofinstagram #handmade #sew #diy #sewingproject #sewingaddict #handmadewardrobe

I make corset patterns and hoodie patterns, because if you can make a corset, you can make a hoodie, and if you can make a hoodie, you can make a corset - and get masses of enjoyment and satisfaction from making beautiful versions of both that fit your body, and your style, perfectly. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Here's the fabulous @sew.stoked modelling the Otari Hoodie. ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #scroopotari #sewingknits #memadeeveryday #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #sewindie #indiesewing #indiepatterncompany #sewinclusive #sewyourstyle #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingday #sewingpatterndesigner #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife

Who's looking forward to autumn weather, and getting to wear things like hoodies again? 🍁😃⁠🍁 .⁠⠀ Who's looking forward to Spring weather, and getting to NOT wear things like hoodie again? 🌸😄⁠🌸😜 .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #scroopotari #sewingknits #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #sewinclusive #sewcurvy #plussizesewing #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #sewindie #indiesewing #indiepatterncompany #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingday #sewingpatterndesigner #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger

Looking forward to some weekend sewing, and some weekend walks in the wilderness. What are your weekend plans? ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #otarihoodie #scroopotari #sewingknits #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #makersofinstagram #memade #sewallthethings #indiepatterns #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing

Since it seems to be Otari Hoodie season, just a reminder that there's an entire sew-along, with instructions on every step, for the Otari Hoodie!  . Follow the linkin link in my bio, and then click on this image again to be taken to it. . . . . . #scrooppatterns #otarihoodie #scroopotari #sewingknits #sewingtips #sewalong #otarioctober #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterns #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewindie #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing

It's Otari Hoodie weather, with a cold southerly wind blowing in Wellington. ⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ ⁣ ⁣ #scrooppatterns #otarihoodie #scroopotari #sewingknits #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiesewing #sewindie #indiepatterncompany #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #hoodie #hoodiepattern #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger

I spy, with my little eye, something hiding in the background of this image of the gorgeous Danielle modelling the Otari Hoodie. . Two somethings actually, and no, the second one isn't a bad/strange photoshop job, it's an art installation! . . . . . . #scrooppatterns #otarihoodie #scroopotari #sewingknits #sewingtips #sewingzippers #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #makersofinstagram #makerslife #creativecommunity #indipatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram #designer

This photograph of @sew.stoked modelling the #otarihoodie just gives me all the happy feels. That light! ⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ .⁣ #scrooppatterns #otarihoodie #scroopotari #sewingknits #sewingtips #sewingzippers #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #makersofinstagram #makerslife #creativecommunity #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #indiepatterns #sewinclusive #sewcurvy #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing

Did you know that I did a whole sew-along tutorial for the Otari Hoodie? It includes everything from choosing the right fabric, to pattern alterations, to all the sewing and finishing details.⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ Follow the Linkin link in my bio, and then choose this image again to be taken to it. ⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ ⁣⠀ #scrooppatterns #otarihoodie #scroopotari #sewalong #otarioctober #otarihoodiesewalong #sewingknits #sewingtips #sewingzippers #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #sewinclusive #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing

#sillysunday with @sew.stoked in an Otari Hoodie and a hand frame. 🤣😂🤣😂⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ #scrooppatterns #otarihoodie #scroopotari #sewingknits #sewingtips #sewingzippers #bestmodelever #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #sewinclusive #sewcurvy #indipatterndesigner #plussizesewingpatterns #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewinghoodies

Spending the day fabric shopping sewing with @sew.stoked (shown here modelling the #otarihoodie and making plans (and things) for more modelling sessions. Perfect Saturday! . . . . . . . . #scrooppatterns #scroopotari #sewingknits #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #sewinclusive #sewcurvy #plussizesewing #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #sewindie #indiesewing #indiepatterncompany #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingday #sewingpatterndesigner #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger

It's all go and all exciting here at Scroop Patterns! Not only are we having a sale, but the Otari Hoodie Sew-Along starts Friday. Get your pattern, pull out your fabric, and start sewing along with me! ⠀ .⠀ #otarioctober⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #scrooppatterns #otarihoodie #scroopotari #sewingknits #sewalong #sewingzippers #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #makersofinstagram #makerslife #creativecommunity #indipatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram #designer

Still my favourite Otari Hoodie version.⠀ ⠀ (OK I say that about all of them 😉) ⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #scrooppatterns #otarihoodie #scroopotari #sewingknits #stripes #sewingzippers #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #makersofinstagram #makerslife #creativecommunity #indipatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram #girlboss #designer

It's been very warm here in Wellington, so here's some summer vibes in a #henriettamaria top. I love how this pattern combines soft fabrics and crisp sculptural details. #scrooppatterns #scroophenriettamaria #indiesewingpatterns

Exciting news! ⁠ ⁠ Not only are paper patterns now available for pre-order through @virgilsfinegoods, but I decided that as long as I was prepping patterns for printing in US formats I should spruce up the earliest Scroop Patterns.⁠ ⁠ The Wonder Unders and Miramar patterns look a lot spiffier now, but I got really carried away with the Henrietta Maria pattern. Not only are the instructions prettier, but I added to them! 🎉 They now include instructions for adding a drawstring waist to the dress, and for doing pretty interior finishes. 🌸⁠ ⁠ If you've bought the Henrietta Maria pattern in the last year you can re-download the pattern for the updated instructions. ⁠ ⁠ 🎉 The paper patterns will be the new, updated instructions. Don't forget to pre-order your patterns while the sale is still on - just a few hours left to pre-order! 🎉⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #scroophenriettamaria #patternupdates #scrooppatternupdates #indiesewingpatterns

Nothing like @sew.stoked in an utterly fabulous floral Henrietta Maria dress to start the weekend with! 🌸⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #sewingtops #scroophenriettamaria #henriettamaria #memade #memadewardrobe #sewbright #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #sewindie #sewinclusive #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram #designer

A very satisfying #amaliajacket fitting with @dani_sews Dani helped make one of the original Amalia Jacket pattern samples, so it’s high time she finally had one of her own! #scrooppatterns #virgilsfinegoods #18thcenturycostume

TBT this picture perfect #amaliajacket ensemble by @arm_eow in reproduction #colonialwilliamsburg fabric #scrooppatterns #18thcenturycostume #18thcenturypatterns #18thcenturysewingpatterns

Hope all of you up north are managing to keep warm in the crazy weather you’re having! If you need a snowbound sewing project may I recommend the Te Aro dress & top as a quick, easy, fun make that is also delightful for snuggling in in bad weather. #scrooppatterns #scrooptearo #sewingknits #sewingwithknits #yesithaspockets

It’s a cold rainy day in Wellington so I’m snuggling up in a Te Aro dress. Cozy, comfy, and excellent pockets! What’s not to love! #scrooppatterns #scrooptearo #sewingwithknits #memadeeveryday

Want to know a fun secret about the Te Aro Dress & Top?🤫 ⁠ ⁠ The pattern is obviously stealth pyjamas (super comfy but dressed up enough to wear out and about), but it is also stealth #historybounding. 🤩⁠ .⁠ How so? The woven sleeves of View C are based on 17th & 18th century chemises & shirts, and the pocket shape is taken directly from 18th century pockets! ⁠ .⁠ I also looked at 1920s pattern drafting books when drafting the cocoon silhouette and the curved hem of View C. ⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #scrooppatterns #scrooptearo #sewingknits #newpattern #patternlaunch #patternsale #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinclusive #sewingblogger #indiesewing #indiepatterns #memade

I have begun fitting the Scroop Patterns “Aidah Gown”. Miraculously the size 40 fit pretty well without any modifications aside from the shoulder strap. The sleeve, however, could not contain my mighty pythons. I am in the process of following the pattern’s instructions for an alteration. This is the first recreational sewing project I have worked on since the death of a very dear, close friend, who was my sewing mentor, and historical costume partner in crime for 20 years. I find myself reaching for my phone to message her about fabric choices, and technical questions, but then I am reminded…. The last time we hung out, I ordered this pattern on her recommendation. In some ways, I intend this project as an homage, a prayer, and a wish. #scrooppatterns #aidahgown #1770s #1780s #historicalcostume #18thcenturysewing #georgianjanuary #georgianjanuary2024

a little 18th century Scorpio action because what else would I do on the first real cold day of the year? Photo: @emilygrams_ 🖤 I’m itching to make another Scroop #angelicagown but I also need to slow my roll. But also, all I got for my birthday were tea towels and I’m itching to buy yardage I don’t need. C’est la vie 💜 #historiccostumes #historiccostume #18thcentury #18thcenturyfashion #18thcenturycostume #robealanglaise #scroopangelica #angelicagown #scrooppatterns

It's a good thing I gave the #scroopmiramar pattern a name that starts with M, so I can do #miramarmondays, because it's the perfect Monday pattern: 🦋 Easy enough that you could make it Sunday afternoon in time for work, or as a palate cleanser after work on Monday. 🦋 Dressed up enough to wear to work in most offices (it looks great under a jacket with a scarf!), but comfy enough that you still have that weekend feeling. 🦋 A great intro to sewing with knits, so if you've never sewn with them you could start your week by learning something new! Rose is wearing the Miramar Top with 3/4 length sleeves in Size 48 in ponte knit with 40% stretch in both directions. #scrooppatterns #sewingwithknits #knitsewingpatterns #learntosewpatterns #quickeasypatterns #2hourpatterns #sizeinclusivesewingpatterns

A sunny yellow Miramar top. 💛 This pattern really is a one afternoon make, and is such a versatile wardrobe addition! #scrooppatterns #scroopmiramar #sewingwithknits

Another #miramartop to add to my collection of Miramar tops in shades of yellow, red and orange. ⁠ ⁠ I'm really loving this cinnamon hue, and it's the perfect addition to my wardrobe. I love that you can make up a Miramar in one evening, and that they are as comfy as a T-shirt while being dressy enough for work.⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #scroopmiramar #sewingknits #sewingtops #memadewardrobe #slowfashion #sewyourownslowfashion #sewing #easyindiepatterns #easyknitpattern #easysewingpattern #indiepatterndesigner #indiepatterns

Here's a weekend throwback to me in #eastbournetrousers and a #miramartop aka, my summer wardrobe. ⁠ ⁠ There are weeks in the summer when I do my laundry and realise I've worn a different Eastbourne + Miramar combo every day of the week, because it's such a practical outfit that suits everything from work to weekend hikes.⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #slowfashion #sewyourownslowfashion #indiesewingpatterns #scroopmiramar #sewingknits #sewingtrousers

Eastbourne Trousers in linen are for hot summer weather. Loose and breathy with enormous pockets = perfection! ⁣⁠⠀ . ⁠⠀ They go great with the Miramar Top too...⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ Get the pattern by following the link in my bio and then clicking on this image again. ⁣⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ Plus, like all Scroop Patterns they are on sale - get 20% off for the next 36 hours⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ #eastbournetrousers⁣⁠ #scroopmiramar⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #sewingtrousers #memade #memadewardrobe #patternsale #summersewing #slowfashion #sewyourownslowfashion #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterndesigner #indiesewing ⁠⠀

A #miramartop in beautiful organic stretch cotton jersey from @missmaudenz⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #scroopmiramar #sewingknits #indiesewingpatterns

Trying to take construction photos of the #otarihoodie. Sewing cat has her own ideas...⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #scrooppatterns #otarioctober #felicitythesewingcat #sewingwithcats #scroopotari #sewingknits #sewingtips #sewingzippers #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indipatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram

It's #wonderunderswednesday and, very appropriately, I'm making a new Wonder Unders slipdress specifically to wear under a new frock. ⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ The dress is powder blue with broderie anglaise cut-outs. I wish I had more of this pale pink modal knit, because that would be so pretty under it! ⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ #scrooppatterns #wonderunders #sewingknits #scroopwonderunders #sewingunderwear #sewingknickers #sewingslips #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterndesigner #sewinclusive #indiesewing #indiepatterncompany #indiepattern #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger

The Wonder Unders pattern has been very popular this week. It's such a nice feeling to know you're wearing at least something you made yourself every day! Here is some inspiration for you makers out there. ⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #scrooppatterns #wonderunders #scroopwonderunders #sewingpatterns #indiepatterns #indiepatterndesigner #lingeriepatterns #memade #memadeeveryday #sewingmarathon #makersgonnamake #sewyourown #sewcialist #nzsew #sewingknits #sewing #sewingfun #sewingknickers #sewbabysew

Starting the New Years out with a knicker-a-thon. Nothing like making 9 things in 2 hours to make you feel you accomplished something! ⠀⠀ .⠀⠀ .⠀⠀ .⠀⠀ .⠀⠀ #scrooppatterns #wonderunders #scroopwonderunders #sewingpatterns #indiepatterns #indiepatterndesigner #lingeriepatterns #memade #memadeeveryday #sewingmarathon #makersgonnamake #sewyourown #sewcialist #nzsew #sewingknits #sewing #sewingfun #sewingknickers #sewbabysew

A fabulous Fantail Skirt (with the added pocket hack), and a Henrietta Maria blouse. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ 🍓Get them both at 25% off in the Scroop Pattern sale! 🍓⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #indiesewingpatterns #historbounding #historyboundingsewingpatterns #patternsale #sewyourownslowfashion #fantailskirt #timelessewingpatterns #henriettamaria #scroophenriettamaria #historicalsewingpatterns

Today is Scroop Pattern's 5th anniversary! ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ On April 1st 2016 I launched the first Scroop Pattern: the Henrietta Maria dress and top.⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ It's been a crazy, amazing, five years. I've gotten so much joy and satisfaction from seeing my patterns go out into the world, and come back in a whole range of beautiful fabrics and looks as part of people's wardrobes and sewing dreams. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Thank you for being part of it. 💛 💛 💛 💛 #scrooppatterns #henriettamaria #scroophenriettamaria

Since I'm celebrating hitting 5,000 followers this week and giving away patterns I feel like I should celebrate all the Scroop Patterns - starting with the very first one: the Henrietta Maria Dress and Top!⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ There were times when I thought I'd never get this to a point where I thought it was close enough to perfect - but I did, and four years later, I still love it. 💗 Loving a thing four years later is definitely my pattern making goal!⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #sewingtops #scroophenriettamaria #henriettamaria #memade #memadewardrobe #sewfashion #slowfashion #sewyourown #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #sewindie #sewinclusive #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram

We've been having Henrietta Maria weather: hot and muggy… Hope you're staying warm wherever you are! ⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #sewingtops #scroophenriettamaria #henriettamaria #memade #memadewardrobe #slowfashion #slowsewing #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #sewindie #sewinclusive #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram #designer

Our wall has been very historically focused lately, so here’s a reminder that there are also Scroop Patterns for your modern wardrobe, like the fun, easy to sew, super cozy Te Aro dress & top #scrooppatterns #scrooptearo #sewingwithknits

The Te Aro: one pattern, two totally different looks. Make it glamorous in dress length with statement sleeves, or cozy and casual as a relaxed top. Either way it's a very quick make, with some lovely finishing details. #scrooppatterns #scrooptearo #sewingwithknits #sewyourownwardrobe #sewyourownslowfashion

The Te Aro in organic cotton french terry is perfect for transitional spring & autumn weather.⁠ ⁠ This version of the Te Aro top mixes things up by combining all three views: View A long sleeves, View B body, and View C neckline⁠ .⁠⁠ .⁠ ⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #scrooppatterns #scrooptearo #sewingknits #memadewardrobe #slowfashion #sewyourown #sewyourownslowfashion #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #indiesewing #indiepatterns ⁠

Happy birthday to the Te Aro dress and top, which is 1 years old today!⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ To celebrate the pattern's first anniversary, the Te Aro is 25% off for the next 24 hours! ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ This fabulous pattern for knit fabric comes with three views, all with mix and match neckline, sleeve, and hemline options. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ It's been my wardrobe staple for the last year. I'm just about to make a couple of versions with the View B sleeves and neckline, and View C hem, to be easy to wear dresses as the weather warms up.⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #scrooptearo #patternsale #sizeinclusivesewingpatterns #sewingknits ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀

After a week of 'All Ettie Petticoat all the time' here's a totally different pattern mood!⁠ ⁠ NZ is currently in lockdown, and it's late winter, so my life is all about cozy clothes that still look professional on zoom calls. So basically it's 'All Te Aro dresses all the time'. ⁠ ⁠ I think I might sew myself another one tonight. It would be a nice refresher from zoom meetings, and you can make one of these up in only a couple of hours. ⁠ ⁠ This pattern is a great introduction to sewing with knits if you've never tackled them before. ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #scrooptearo #sewingwithknits #lockdownsewing #indiesewingpatterns #sizeinclusivesewingpatterns

This is officially the cutest thing that has even been done with a Scroop Pattern. @dismara made a #scrooptearo in beautiful floral knit with contrasting pink sleeves, and made Marshmallow a matching one! 😻⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ Felicity is officially jealous that someone has beaten her in the adorableness stakes!⁠⠀😼 ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #sewingpattern #sewingwithknits #memadeeveryday #sewyourown

I hate my basement lighting, but I’m loving the Aidah gown as it takes shape. #scrooppatterns #virgilsfinegoods #aidahgown #18thcentury #18thcenturygown

This time last year we were prepping for the Aidah Gown photoshoot, and now I’m prepping for a photoshoot for the upcoming stays pattern. Hope I get photos that are as good this time, and we have as much fun! #scrooppatterns #aidahgown #historicalsewingpatterns #historicalsewing #historicalcostuming

FINALLY!!! I started my own outfit close to 10 years ago with my DAR Chapter's first Textile and Tea meet-ups. Slowly picking away at each piece over the years. All layers made from scratch from chemise to gown. I did not do the tambour embroidery on my apron or lace making! Took years to find the right fabrics (quilted petticoat not HA but $3 a yard back in the 2000's or 2010's I won't turn it down)! Mostly machine sewing on inside parts and more hand sewing as I progressed. Still some hand finishing left but wanted to get photos with my rhododendron in bloom! Stays: Redthreaded older version of the 1750's with synthetic whale bone from Burnley & Trowbridge. Fabric from Sewfisticated (linen) and Salvation Army (silk/linen blend from a pair of men's pants I took apart). Chemise: Handkerchief linen from The Fabric Place Basement. Instructions from "Everyday Dress of Rural America 1783-1800" by Meridth Wright with additional reinforced shoulders instructions from Sharon Ann Burnston's website. Petticoat: Linen from Sewfisticated. Instructions from "The American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Dressmaking" 1780's false rump: Vintage ticking found at a yard. Instructions from "The American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Dressmaking" Quilted petticoat: Quilted raw silk with machine embroidery from Hobby Lobby. Instructions from "The American Duchess Guide to 18th Century Dressmaking" Apron: Cotton tambour embroidered curtains found at East Coast Thrift. Ladder lace Vintage from my mother's lace collection for the top. Gown: Bolt of vintage reproduction Williamsburg Botanical glazed cotton found at East Coast thrift. Pattern Angelica Gown Scroop/Virgil's Fine Goods. Shoes: Fugawee #18thcentury #1775 #1780s #scrooppatterns #virgilsfinegoodspatterns #angelicagown #colonialwilliamsburg #colonialwilliamsburgcollection #colonialwilliamsburgfabric #redthreadedstays #burnleyandtrowbridge #eastcoastthrift #americanduchessguideto18thcenturydressmaking #sewfisticated #fabricplacebasement #meridthwright #sharonannburnston #handkerchieflinen #linen #glazedchintz #glazedcotton #fugaweeshoes #hobbylobby #salvationarmythriftstore #upcycle #upcycling #rhododendron #jugdog

Want a quick sewing project you can easily finish in a weekend? Try the Miramar top pattern 🩵 This speedy make is a fantastic introduction to sewing with knits, and a great addition to any wardrobe. #scrooppatterns #miramartop #scroopmiramar #sewingwithknits

Need a quick sewing fix? The Miramar Top, Dress & Tunic comes together in just a couple of hours, and is a great intro to sewing with knit fabrics, and an elegant alternative to a T-shirt.⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #miramartop #scroopmiramar #sewingwithknits #knittops #knitpatterns

It's the final hours of the sale! Last chance to get Scroop Patterns at 20% off! Featured: the Mahina Cardigan and Miramar Top: a perfect pairing, and so simple they can both be made in a day. #scrooppatterns #sewingpatternsale #patternsale #scroopmiramar #mahinacardigan

I'm going to make myself a new #miramartop today (maybe two!) so here's a little Miramar inspiration for you, featuring the gorgeous Rose rocking a 3/4 sleeve version in ivory ponte knit ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ I love that it's a mash up of the idea of a classic white T-shirt and a classic white shirt. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #scroopmiramar #sewingknits #slowfashion #sewyourownslowfashion #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #indiepatterns #sewindie #sizeinclusivesewingpatterns

I love making big complicated things that take days and days of work, but I LOVE how easy patterns like the Miramar top are. ⁣⁠ .⁣⁠ Anytime I have a gap I my easy-to-wear top wardrobe I know I can cut and make one up in only a couple of hours.⁠ .⁣⁠ .⁣⁠ .⁣⁠ .⁣⁠ .⁣⁠ #scrooppatterns #scroopmiramar #sewingknits #miramartop #sewingtops #memadewardrobe #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #quicksew #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #sewindie #indiesewing #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiepatterncompany #sewfast

On today's Otari Hoodie Sew Along post, I show how to install the tape that covers the back of the zipper. It's just one of those finishes that will make your hoodie special ⠀ .⠀ Go to my bio, follow the link and then click on this image again to read the post.⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #scrooppatterns #otarihoodie #scroopotari #sewingknits #sewingtips #sewingzippers #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #makersofinstagram #makerslife #creativecommunity #indipatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram #girlboss #designer

Bring on the bands! In the latest instalment of the Otari Hoodie Sew Along, I show you how to add the hem and cuff bands. Follow the link in my bio to read it. ⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #scrooppatterns #otarihoodie #scroopotari #sewingknits #sewingtips #otarioctober #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #sewalong #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #makersofinstagram #makerslife #creativecommunity #indipatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram #girlboss #designer

If you want to make the Wonder Unders, but aren't sure where to get the right elastic, I've got you covered with a post full of lingerie suppliers from around the world!⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ Click on the Linkin Link in my bio, and then click on this image again to be taken right to it. ⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ And get your Wonder Unders pattern at scrooppatterns.com⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #wonderunders #scroopwonderunders #sewingknits #sewingtips #sewingsupplies #sewinglingerie #sewingknickers #sewingunderwear #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterndesigner #indiepatterns #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewinclusive #sewingpatterndesigner #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing

It's #wonderunderswednesday, and I'm finding the slip dress pattern extremely useful - I think I've worn a different one of these every day this week so far. ⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #scrooppatterns #wonderunders #scroopwonderunders #sewingknits #sewingtips #sewingslips #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #makersofinstagram #makerslife #creativecommunity #indipatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram

It's #wonderunderswednesday! I bought the last length of this fantastic tropical floral. I wish there had been more of it, as it was so lovely and soft and made such a wonderful fun sample pair of wonder unders. ⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #scrooppatterns #wonderunders #designer #scroopwonderunders #sewingknits #tropical #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #makersofinstagram #makerslife #creativecommunity #indipatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram #girlboss

Day 3 of #memademay18 #mmm18 #memademay and I am wearing the #henriettamariadress by #scrooppatterns. It is bright but cold so I need a coat #butterick5824 #gertie18 and #heywoodhillshawl #tessyoungdesigns

The Henrietta Maria dress & top pattern has been so popular lately! The loose sleeves and simple fit make it perfect for keeping cool in light summer fabric. It also makes up nicely in very lightweight wools - a version in wool challis is one of my favourite autumn frocks. #scrooppatterns #henriettamaria #scroophenriettamaria #indiesewingpatterns #sewyourownslowfashion

I'm home in Hawai'i visiting my parents for the holidays. I was looking forward to subtropical winter weather, but it's so unseasonably hot it feels like the middle of summer! ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ It's definitely Henrietta Maria dress time - although I'm doing way more running around the farm climbing ladders and picking fruit than I am relaxing in hammocks! ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #sewingdresses #scroophenriettamaria #henriettamaria #memade #memadewardrobe #indiepattern #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #sewindie #sewinclusive #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram #designer #tropical

#georgianjanuary Structure Progress pics of my #amaliajacket showing the underlying jacket structure, as well as the stays and bum pad worn underneath. View B of this pattern by @scrooppatterns is so pretty and actually quick to sew, even by hand. I definitely want to make View A as well. #scrooppatterns #18thcenturyfashion #18thcenturyjacket #sewingwip #18thcenturysewing #historicalsewing #historicaldress #sewing #art #craft

Yesterday I showed the office-friendly version of the Te Aro pattern. Since it's Saturday, here's the weekend version: the top in snuggly linen-cotton French terry. ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ Comfy, casual, easy to sew, and basically what I wear anytime the weather is even a tiny bit chilly! ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #scrooptearo #sewingknits #knitsewingpatterns #sewingfrenchterry #indiesewing #slowfashion #sewyourownslowfashion

Chilly autumn days call for the Te Aro dress 🍂⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ This is View A - a cozy cocoon dress with long sleeves, a fabulously large hood, matching cuff and hems bands, and topstitched pockets with curved pocket openings. ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ The dropped shoulders make it particularly fun in stripes, and the bands and hood lining give you lots of opportunities to play with contrast fabrics.⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ Plus, you can mix and match with the necklines from the other views for a non-hooded version.⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #scrooptearo #sewingknits #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinclusive #indiesewing #indiepatterns

Two different takes of the Te Aro pattern. ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ Elisabeth is casual in View A in black and white stripes, with fuchsia bindings. ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ Danielle is more dressed up in View C in purple double knit with statement sleeves in a fabulous viscose chiffon with a William Morris print of rabbits and doves. ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ I usually make my model samples for the models: they get input into the view they want most, and help me choose fabrics. And then they keep the garments. Both Eli and Dani have told me how much they love their Te Aros, and how they get compliments whenever they wear them. The absolute best feeling as a maker! 💖⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #scrooptearo #sewingknits #indiepatternmaker #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #isew #ilovesewing #sewinclusive #sewyourown #indiesewing #indiepatterns #memade

Finally the temperatures have dropped so I can wear my #scrooptearo 🥰 In August I have been lucky enough to be chosen to test this pattern, and I can assure you that it is a joy to sew and wear. Sewing it was really easy, the clear instructions give you lots of info and never leave you alone! I already know that I will wear this dress a lot in the upcoming months, it is perfect for when you want to be comfy and also look dressed-up 🤭 #scrooppatterns #patterntest #indiepatterns #sewing #adelier

Want to know a fun secret about the Te Aro Dress & Top?🤫 ⁠ ⁠ The pattern is obviously stealth pyjamas (super comfy but dressed up enough to wear out and about), but it is also stealth #historybounding. 🤩⁠ .⁠ How so? The woven sleeves of View C are based on 17th & 18th century chemises & shirts, and the pocket shape is taken directly from 18th century pockets! ⁠ .⁠ I also looked at 1920s pattern drafting books when drafting the cocoon silhouette and the curved hem of View C. ⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #scrooppatterns #scrooptearo #sewingknits #newpattern #patternlaunch #patternsale #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinclusive #sewingblogger #indiesewing #indiepatterns #memade

Who is getting excited about Halloween! Check out the front page of scrooppatterns.com where I’ve featured all the most Halloween-y patterns: although I think every single Scroop pattern has been used as the basis to a costume at this point! #scrooppatterns #charlottemantle #historicalsewingpatterns #aidahgown #halloweensewing #halloweensewingpatterns #18thcenturysewing #historicalwitch #18thcenturywitch

Let's talk linings! While modern makers often choose fun fabrics, so their lining is a secret bit of joy, or carefully coordinate interiors with exteriors, 18th century sewists knew that their linings would never be seen, so used whatever scraps of suitable fabric they had to hand. Many extant 18th century garments feature linings made of multiple fabrics. Some are made of elaborate patchworks, when the maker had lots of little scraps. Others feature small amounts of piecing, or different fabrics for different lining panels. Sleeves and bodies lined in different fabrics, and stays with one fabric for the tabs, and another for the main body, are the most common types of fabric mixing that I've seen. I've embraced 18th century frugality for the linings of many of the Scroop + Virgils Fine Goods Samples. This is the black linen Aidah gown, with a body lined in gilt linen left over from the Augusta Stays sample, and sleeves lined in purple linen left over from a pair of Eastbourne Trousers. #scrooppatterns #18thcenturysewing #18thcenturydressmaking #18thcenturycostuming #aidahgown #18thcenturysewingpatterns #historicalsewingpatterns

I've been working away on my 18th Century #angelicagown by @scrooppatterns for @thebridgetownball. I've now got the skirt pleated and basted onto the bodice! Next steps are to handsew the skirt on, attach the sleeves, and add trim 🩷💚✨️ #bridgetownball #historicalcostuming #historicalsewing #imadethis #seamstress #costube #costuber #18thcenturyfashion #18thcenturystyle #18thcentury #scrooppatterns

I'm in the midst of mad pattern-sample sewing for the upcoming Aidah Gown. Two fully hand sewn 18th c Italian Gowns is no small feet to turn out in just a few days! It's definitely making me fantasise about quick, easy sewing project that involve no handsewing at all - like the Miramar Top, Dress & Tunic, which is easy-peasy, uses just two pattern pieces, and can be made up in a single evening I might need to make myself another one as soon as we get the Aidah launched… #scrooppatterns #miramartop #scroopmiramar #sewingknits #indiesewingpatterns #easyknitsewingpatterns #easysewingpatterns

Yesterday was the 20th anniversary of The Fellowship of the Ring. Has it really been that long!?!⁠ ⁠ In commemoration, here I am chilling with Gandalf in a Miramar-Dress-does-Medieval.⁠ ⁠ The Miramar is fabulous for all sorts of quick costume possibilities. The Augusta Stays also have good LotR cosplay potential. Hobbits anyone? They do take slightly longer to make than the Miramar 🤣⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #lotr #wellingtonnz #roxycinema #miramardress #scroopmiramar

Want a quick, easy, but incredibly satisfying sewing project? ⁠ ⁠ The Miramar Top, Dress & Tunic can be sewn up in just a couple of hours, and makes an elegant alternative to a T-Shirt. ⁠ ⁠ Make the short sleeve version in cotton knit for summer, or the 3/4 sleeve in wool knit for winter. ⁠ ⁠ Never sewn with knits? Don't worry! the pattern includes complete instructions to make them easy and successful!⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #scroopmiramar #sewingwithknits #knitsewingpatterns #indiesewingpatterns #sewyourownslowfashion

I'm doing precision sewing today, so here's a throw-back to some precision sewing that went perfectly on a Miramar Top.⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ So satisfying when that happens!⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #scroopmiramar #sewingknits #miramartop #sewingtops #memadewardrobe #indiepatterndesigner

Here's a #sillysunday throwback to that time I made a full-length Miramar Dress as a quick faux-Medieval costume, and went and hung out with Gandalf 🤣⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #scroopmiramar #lotr #lotrcosplay #sewingknits #indiesewingpatterns

I've had the "Robin"-pattern by @scrooppatterns lying about for some time now, so I finally printed it out and got to work 😅 It's the perfect, comfy summer-dress! This one is made from a cheap IKEA curtain, so the biggest expense were the buttons! I made the sleeves longer than the pattern, but they ended up flaring in an odd way due to the fabric, so I came up with this "fix" that I ended up liking a lot! Always buy extra buttons! 😄 As always, Scroop delivers; great pattern, well graded for lots of different sizes and easy to follow instructions! #scrooppatterns #scroop #scrooprobin #robindress #handmade

I love the bias hem finish on the #robindress 💛 It’s a lovely hidden detail that gives that final bit of something special to the dress. #scrooppatterns #sewingdetails #hemming #scrooprobin

How to become a Rhine maiden for an opera themed choir party: I made the Robin dress from @scrooppatterns but omitted the button placket and the sleeves. I lengthened the skirt and lowered the neckline. The fabric is stretchy and very shiny in a watery blue. To make the crown I followed a description by @kerstin.neumuller in @hemslojd. Then I sewed a little knot bag to carry my Rhine gold (golden chocolate coins) and got a water pistol to protect it, because that is what we Rhine maidens do! #scrooprobin #scrooppatterns #garmentsewing #sewover50 #jagsyrminaegnakläder #memadeeveryday

Taking #otarihoodie construction photos so we can do a #sewalong. ⠀ .⠀ Join in for #otarioctober! ⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #scrooppatterns #scroopotari #sewingknits #sewingtips #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #makersofinstagram #makerslife #creativecommunity #indipatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram #designer

If you've bought (or are thinking about) the Wonder Unders pattern, and aren't sure where to find suitable elastics to make them - I've got you covered, with a whole blog post of suppliers, so you'll be able to find materials no matter where you are in the world. 🧵⁠ .⁠ Click on the link in my bio, and then this image again, to be taken to the blog post. ⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #scrooppatterns #wonderunders #sewyourownslowfashion #makingundies #makingknickers #sewingunders #scroopwonderunders #sewingknits #sewingmaterials #foldoverelastic #sewingsupplies #sewingknickers #sewingslips #sewingsinglets #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #memadewardrobe #sewists #patterndesigner ⁠ #indiepatterndesigner #sewingpatterns

If you've bought (or are thinking about) the Wonder Unders pattern, and aren't sure where to find suitable elastics to make them - I've got you covered, with a whole blog post of suppliers, so you'll be able to find materials no matter where you are in the world. 🧵⁠ .⁠ Click on the link in my bio, and then this image again, to be taken to the blog post. ⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #scrooppatterns #wonderunders #scroopwonderunders #sewingknits #sewingmaterials #foldoverelastic #sewingsupplies #sewingknickers #sewingslips #sewingsinglets #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #memadewardrobe #sewists #patterndesigner ⁠ #indiepatterndesigner #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger

#wonderunderswednesday It's been warm enough to wear dresses, so my slips are getting lots of use under them - particularly this pink one, which is just the perfect colour under so many dresses. ⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #scrooppatterns #wonderunders #scroopwonderunders #sewingknits #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #makersofinstagram #makerslife #creativecommunity #indipatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram #girlboss #designer

Here’s some sunshine to end the week on courtesy of @sew.stoked and her gloriously cheerful #henriettamaria dress. Sadly, with the weather we’ve been having, this would need to be layered over tights and a merino turtleneck, but it looks cute that way too! #scrooppatterns #scroophenriettamaria #indiesewing #indiesewingpattern

Every time I wear a Henrietta Maria top or dress I immediately decide I need 6 more of them in my wardrobe: they are the perfect balance of comfortable and dressy, with just enough distinctiveness to lift them out of the ordinary.⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ I still haven't made myself a white version, like the gorgeous dobby-weave viscose one that @sew.stoked wears in the model photos. I guess that's my Summer 2021/22 sewing goals. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ The problem with being a pattern designer is that you're always sewing samples of the next pattern, and it's hard to find time to make yourself new versions of the old patterns you still love and treat as wardrobe staples!⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #scroophenriettamaria #henriettamaria #sewindie #newzealandsewing

Some summer sewing inspiration for those of you dealing with the heat. The Henrietta Maria blouse and dress is lovely and loose, and makes up beautifully in linen and light cottons. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #henriettamaria #scroophenriettamaria #summersewing #indiesewingpatterns

@sew.stoked looking glamorous modelling the top version of the Henrietta Maria patter. ⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #scrooppatterns #sewingtops #scroophenriettamaria #henriettamaria #memade #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #sewindie #sewinclusive #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram #designer #sewingpatternsforall

Tuck details on a Henrietta Maria.⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #sewingtops #scroophenriettamaria #henriettamaria #memade #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #sewindie #sewinclusive #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #indiepattern #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram #designer #sew #indiepatterns #pdfpattern

Day 31 in ##fallforcostume2024 is ALL HALLOWS EVE! I'm calling this my Halloween gown! I've only realized after visualizing the combo how halloween-y it looks. Like a witch sitting on a pumpkin! 🧙‍♀️🎃 It's pretty confusing, my Christmas gown 🎄 I wore for Thanksgiving month 🦃 & my Halloween gown 👻 I wore for new year's eve! 🎆 Happy Hallo-thanks-mas I guess! 😁 #allhallowseve #halloweendress #zonefront #amaliajacket #scrooppatterns

Chilly Saturday, perfect for cuddling up in a Te Aro dress with a lap cat and a good book. Why do things with hoods always feel cozier than standard necklines? It would also be the perfect day to make a Te Aro. They are such a good single-afternoon project. A couple of hours and you can go from fabric to dress #scrooppatterns #scrooptearo #sewingwithknits #indiepatterns #indiesewingpatterns

Want some fun, quick, cozy sewing? Grab one of the easy Scroop knits patterns in our 20% off sale!⁠ ⁠ The Miramar Dress, Top & Tunic, Mahina Cardigan and Te Aro Dress & Top are all super easy knit patterns that can be sewn up in one evening.⁠ ⁠ All three include full instructions on working with knit fabrics, so even if you've never sewn with knits before you'll have all the information you need to add a great piece to your wardrobe!⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #patternsale #sewyourown #sewyourownslowfashion #sewingwithknits #scroopmiramar #mahinacardigan #scrooptearo

A detail of the rather fabulous sleeves of View C of the Te Aro dress and top pattern. ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ The sleeves are the perfect showcase for a special fabric - this version uses a gorgeous viscose chiffon with a William Morris print of rabbits and doves. I was only able to get a short length of this fabric, and these sleeves were the perfect way to use it. ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ Link to buy in bio 🖤⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #scrooptearo #sewingknits #williammorris #fabriclover #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #slowfashion #sewing #sewyourownslowfashion #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #ilovesewing #sewinclusive #indiesewing #indiepatterns #memade #sewcurvy

Detail of the fun effect you can achieve with stripes on the Te Aro Dress & Top.⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ It's been ridiculously hot in Wellington for the last week, and I'm wishing I had a dozen easy, breezy Te Aro tops to wear! ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ This version modelled by the beautiful @sew.stoked 💙⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #scrooptearo #indiesewingpatterns #sewingwithknits

My plan for the next two weeks? Curling up on the couch in a Te Aro dress doing some hand sewing. Sitting at my computer in a Te Aro dress working on the next Scroop Pattern. Throwing on a Te Aro top to go for a couple of hikes. Making more Te Aros because I want to live in them non-stop.⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Basically it's going to be all-day Te Aro-ness until I go back to work! This pattern is so comfy 🧸⁠💛 ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #scrooptearo #sewingknits #sewingpatterns #Indiesewingpatterns

The Scroop Black Friday sale includes all the digital PDF patterns - including the newest release, the Te Aro dress & top!⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ All digital PDF Scroop Patterns are 25% off from now until the 4th of December!⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Use the code Pie+Patterns to get the discount, or follow the linkin link in my profile and click on this image again to have it applied automatically. 😁⁠ #scrooppatterns #sewingsale #patternsale #indiepatterns #indiepatterndesigner #scrooptearo

Check out @sew_sister’s wonderful #scrooptearo 💕 I love how clear the pocket details are in this sweatshirting, and the pop of colour the fuchsia lining adds to the hood. ⁠🌺 ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #sewingknits #sewingpattern #indiesewingpattern #sizeinclusivesewingpattern #scrooppatterns

I've been super busy, and a bit stressed, and haven't been doing a good job of instagramming here. I still have to show you all the tester images from the #scrooptearo! And I'm working on something new and exciting too!⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Since I can't show you that, here's a throwback to @sew.stoked looking cool and classic modelling a #henriettamaria top in a white jacquard-woven viscose. ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #sewingtops #scroophenriettamaria #henriettamaria #memade #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #sewindie #sewinclusive #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #indiepatterns #indiepattern #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewyourown

How different are the Aidah & Angelica gown patterns? As different as two Italian Gown patterns can be while still having mix and match bodice & sleeve options! They share a side-back seam and an armscye, so fronts, backs, and sleeves can be interchanged, but we made every other element and technique as different as possible so that you can learn as many ways to make an Italian gown as possible between the two, maximising the creative possibilities. The Angelica has a one piece sleeve, the Aidah a two. The Angelica fastens with hidden lacing and has a side bodice seam. The Aidah hooks or pins and has no side bodice seam. And so many more! #scrooppatterns #aidahgown #angelicagown #18thcenturyfashion #18thcenturyclothing #18thcenturysewing

Have you heard?🎉 The Aidah and Angelica Gown patterns have had an update, and are now printable using the Layers function in Adobe Reader! 🥳 This was one of the things requested in the survey I did last year, so I’m so excited to have made it happen. If you’re not familiar with it, Layers allows you to select and print only the sizes you want in a pattern, which is very helpful when using a pattern with lots of information.   Don’t worry if you don’t know how to do it: the Read Me First printing instructions that come with the pattern include clear instructions on printing with Layers, complete with diagrams. Get the patterns at ScroopPatterns.com! 💛 Photo by @lieut.hamsterpine of @cecilia_theresa_design in the stunning #aidahgown she made as a pattern tester. 💛 #scrooppatterns #virgilsfinegoods #18thcenturycostuming #18thcenturysewingpatterns #italiangownpattern #italiangown

Georgian January Day 8: Inside Working on the Scroop Patterns Aidah Gown, I’ve been practicing the “skip one catch three” hand stitch detailed in the pattern. I’m not entirely sure if I’m doing it right, but that’s why we practice, right? It’s the sort of detail no one will see but me, but why do we engage in this obscure hobby anyway if not for the love of details. #scrooppatterns #aidahgown #18thcentury ##18thcenturysewing #handsewn #historicalfashion #1770sfashion #georgianjanuary2024 #georgianjanuary

Georgian January Day 10: Details. This is the back of the hand stitched Scroop patterns Aidah Gown. I’ve only got one side of the boning channels done, and going is slow through this dense silk. I’ve got to make sure my needles are super sharp for this job. Things are at that hot mess stage, and part of me wants to give up. I’m going to see where this goes. #scrooppatterns #aidahgown #18thcentury #18thcenturysewing #handsewn #silk #georgianjanuary2024 #georgianjanuary #virgilsfinegoods

I had an absolute blast at the @thebridgetownball on Saturday! I got to wear my new 18th Century gown made using @scrooppatterns #angelicagown. Danced the night away with friends, they even played a #bridgerton song, it was amazing! 🩷💚🌹🐝 #scrooppatterns #bridgetownball #historicalcostuming #historicalsewing #imadethis #seamstress #bridgertonsonnetflix #bridgerton #18thcenturyfashion #18thcenturystyle #mrbridgerton #mrdarcy #regencyfashion #regencymenswear #regencygentleman #regency #regencyera #costube #costuber

The Miramar Top is an elegant alternative to a T-Shirt, and a super easy make! With only three seams, it goes together in just a couple of hours. #scrooppatterns #scroopmiramar #miramartop #sewingwithknits #easysewingpatterns #sizeinclusivesewingpatterns

The perfect pairing: Miramar tops and Fantail Skirts ❤️⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #scroopmiramar #sewingknits #miramartop #sewingtops #memadewardrobe #fantailskirt #sewing #sewingfun #scroopfantail #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #indiepatterns #sewindie #sewinclusive

#MeMade everyday in May. This is my newly-completed #TrueBais #Marlosweater in  #Telio confetti #sweaterknit. The top is #scroopmiramar made from #stonemountainfabric ribbed bamboo. I'll be making more of both patterns! Pants are thrifted and re-fashioned Grandpa wool suit pants. I can't resist the Grandpa section of thrift stores, moth-holes and all. #sewcialists #sewover50 #DIYwardrobe #memade #scrooppatterns #memademay2021 #memademay

I'm on a roll with the #miramartop (just made two new ones for myself!) so here's the gorgeous Rose rocking a 3/4 sleeve version in ivory ponte knit ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ I love that it's a mash up of the idea of a classic white T-shirt and a classic white shirt. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #scroopmiramar #sewingknits #slowfashion #sewyourown #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #indiepatterns #sewindie #sewinclusive #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing

Attaching lace edging to the neckline of my next #henriettamariadress I love wearing this pattern. It feels so feminine and lady like. Extra touches like binding the edges with lace just increase that feeling. #sewyourstash lace and fabric from the stash. And even though we are starting autumn I know with a merino layer underneath, tights and boots this will not be crazy #unseasonalsewing #scrooppatterns

Some lovely detail of the tucks on the neckline and sleeve cuff of the Henrietta Maria Dress and Top. ⁣⁠ .⁣⁠ .⁣⁠ .⁣⁠ .⁣⁠ .⁣⁠ .⁣⁠ .⁣⁠ #scrooppatterns #sewingtops #scroophenriettamaria #henriettamaria #slowfashion #sewyourownslowfashion #memadewardrobe #indiepatterndesigner #sewingpatterndesigner⁠

My sewjo has been very, very lacking lately, but I finally found the right project to get it kickstarted again! This is the Henrietta Maria top from @scrooppatterns done up in a size 46 with no adjustments, fabric is a rayon I picked up at @dressew a while back. #vancouversews #vancouvergarmentsewists #scroophenriettamaria #henriettamaria #scrooppatterns

A bit of Sunday silliness as @sew.stoked shows off her shoes while modelling the #henriettamaria dress 😂💛⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ (the shoes are by NZ shoe company @minxfootwear)⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #scroophenriettamaria #henriettamaria #memade #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #sewing #slowfashion #sewyourownslowfashion #sewindie #sewinclusive #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #indiepatterns #sewcurvy

It's #fantailfriday! @sew.stoked shows off the awesome pockets you get from the pocket hack tutorial - and how gorgeous a Fantail Skirt looks with a Henrietta Maria top.⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ Link to the pattern through the LinkIn link in my profile - just click through that link, and then choose this image again. And link to the pocket tutorial from the pattern sale page! ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #fantailskirt #sewingskirts #scroopfantail #henriettamaria #scroophenriettamaria #memade #memadewardrobe #plussizesewing #sizeinclusive #memadeeveryday #sewinclusive #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterns #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sizeinclusivesewingpatterns

An elegant start to the week, with Elisabeth showing off the fun sleeves of the Te Aro dress & top. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #scrooptearo #sewingknits #memadeeveryday #indiesewingpattern #slowfashion #sewyourown #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepattern #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns ⁠⠀

This Te Aro dress by @mieh1973 is perfect warm weather wardrobe goals! 🌻☀️⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ She combined the short sleeves of View B with the dress length of View A, and the result is fabulous - especially with that fun play of vertical and horizontal stripes! It's that perfect blend of chic and casual.⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #scrooptearo #sewingknits #sewingpattern #indiesewingpattern

Mix it up! This Te Aro top uses all three views: View A long sleeves, View B body, and View C neckline in organic french terry for a spring & autumn perfect sweatshirt look ⁠🌷🍁⁠⠀ .⁠⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ Get it on sale for 25% off for the next week only!⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ Link in bio 🖤⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #scrooptearo #sewingknits #newpattern #patternlaunch #patternsale #memadewardrobe #slowfashion #sewyourown #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #springsewing #fallsewing #autumnsewing #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinclusive #sewingblogger #indiesewing #indiepatterns #memade

Here’s a little #charlottemantle and #aidahgown fabulosity to break up all the #cassandrastaysewalong posts! I absolutely love how much a mantle can change the look of an 18th century outfit, and how it makes things look complete. #scrooppatterns #18thcenturyfashion #18thcenturycostume

18th century sewing: gotta love those pleats! fabric @tissusdereve pattern: Angelica gown by @scrooppatterns #scrooppatterns #angelicagown #18thcentury #18thcenturyfashion #history #handsewn #ballgown #italiangown

A modern Fantail Skirt and a easy Miramar Top are perfect for weekend adventures - and dressy enough for the office.⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #fantailskirt #sewingskirts #scroopfantail #scroopmiramar #memadewardrobe #sewingknits #sewyourownslowfashion #sizeinclusivesewingpatterns #indiepatterndesigner

Weekend look with a Miramar top and a Modern Fantail Skirt. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #scroopmiramar #fantailskirt #indiepatterncompany #sewyourown

Two years since we launched the Frances Rump pattern. Based on extensive research, this pattern features two different views, four size ranges, and detailed instructions. Best of all, it's FREE! Get it at scrooppatterns.com #scrooppatterns #francesrump #historicalsewing #freehistoricalpatterns

Because not everything has to be #historicallyaccurate … in fact, nothing will EVER be 100% “accurate” so we might as well have fun with it! #historicalcostume #historicalfashon #18thcenturyfashion #18thcenturyunderwear #historicalunderwear #francesrump #scrooppatterns

Photos taken by @_vegasboodoll90 with her camera. Thank you for doing this for my birthday, despite having to delay our outing. This is the #angelicagown by @scrooppatterns and @virgilsfinegoods I made as part of the #angelicathon hosted by: @fantasticalfolliescostuming. I went to @venetianvegas to get photos in it. This style of 18th century dress is known as an #italiangown. So, I decided to go someplace inspired by Venice. Skirt, kerchief , cap, pocket, and apron are all my own. I basically just cut shapes out of fabric for these and then sewed them together. Chemise patterned after a free online pattern. Stays are from the "Corsets & Crinolines" book. #francesrump by #scrooppatterns Shoes: @americanduchess #kensingtons Cosmetics: @lbcchistorical Stockings were found on Etsy, inspired by the clocked stockings style of the period. Hat made using a placemat, a wine glass, and steam. #americanduchess #lbcchistorical #lbcchistoricalbeauty #lbcchistoricalapothecary #italiangown #18thcentury #18thcenturyfashion #18thcenturycostume #18thcenturyitaliangown #historicalcostuming #historicalsewing #histoticalfashion #kensingtonshoes #americanduchesskensingtons #americanduchesskensington #adkensingtons #lasvegas #lasvegasstrip #venetian #venetianlasvegas #venetianlv #venetianlasvegas😍❤️

In the mood for swishy skirts, great pockets, a flattering silhouette and lots of buttons? The Robin Dress is just the sew you need! It’s a great trans seasonal piece layered over turtlenecks, and with three cup sizes in the pattern, all the hard work of getting the perfect fit is already done for you! #scrooppatterns #scrooprobin #princessseams #fullbustfriendlysewingpatterns #multicupsizesewingpatterns #sewyourown#sewyourownclothes #sewyourownslowfashion

I like big pockets and I cannot lie!⁠ ⁠ Big pockets are a feature of a number of Scroop Patterns. The pockets for both views of the Robin Dress are large enough to fit a book* in. Or your phone, keys, a lipbalm, a spare facemask and a couple of cards, all without the worry that they might fall out. ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ *A standard paperback size book, not a pattern drafting manual! 🤣⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #scrooprobin #yesithaspockets #pocketsforall #bigpockets #sewyourown #indiepatterns #dresspattern #princessseams ⁠

For a straightforward 5 gore Edwardian skirt, it's fighting me every step of the way. The #fantailskirt pattern is fine, but somehow I keep making bad choices. I love this neon pink coral wool (it cannot photograph color accurate). While the pattern doesn't call for a lining, I chose to give it the full "Bernadette Banner" treatment (aka lining, interlining on the bottom, hem facing) because one day I'd like to cover it in black soutache and the lightweight wool doesn't have enough body to stand up to that. First I flatlined each piece with a black cotton curtain I got free in a garage sale. Then when I cut 10" of organdy to put as a bottom interlining, the wool was sheer enough that the difference between white interlining and black lining was too obvious 🤦🏽‍♀️ So I ended up replacing the black lining with more cotton organdy (which itself is stiff enough thst I don't need more interlining). I guess I could turn the black cotton into another Edwardian skirt but cottagecore history bounding is realllllly not my style. Then I serged around one of the pieces to hold the wool and organdy together (I love whipping a seam by hand as much as anyone but not when I'm on a deadline) and this wool had enough mechanical stretch that when I got back around to the top the wool had moved and rippled and wasn't flat anymore. I ended up seam ripping all the serging off that piece except for the first side and hand basted the wool to the organdy on every piece. That plus a walking foot seems to be saving me for now. . . . . . . #scrooppatterns #scroopfantail #historicalsewing #historicalcostuming #edwardianfashion #steampunkshouldnotbebrown #victoriansinventedanilinedye #andthereforelovedpainfulcolorcombinations

Edwardian elegance in a #fantailskirt #scrooppatterns #scroopfantail #historybounding #edwardianfashion

Those pleats though… Here’s a modern Fantail Skirt under construction, with zip and pleats forming the eponymous fan tail… #scroopfantail #fantailskirt #scrooppatterns

Who doesn’t love fabulous pockets and fun fabrics! Check out some of the period inspiration behind the delightfully quirky Seatoun Skirt & Tara Skirt & Pinafore pockets and fabric recommendations. #scrooppatterns #scroopseatoun #scrooptara #edwardiansewingpatterns #edwardiansewing

Coming soon… (Very, very soon!) #scrooppatterns #newpattern #scroopseatoun #scrooptara #indiepatterns #historicalsewingpatterns #historicallyinspired #historybounding

It was perfect early-summer weather for a Ngaio blouse here in Wellington today- but they are also great layered under cardigans in winter ⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #scrooppatterns #sewingtops #scroopngaio #ngaioblouse #memade #memadewardrobe #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #makersofinstagram #makerslife #creativecommunity #indipatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram #designer

Serving some 1930's hard-bitten woman reporter realness is the Ngaio Blouse from #scrooppatterns I made this blouse partially just to test the fit of the pattern with some leftover fabric, but it came out well. I don't have a bottom to go with it, but I'm thinking why shouldn't I make a midi skirt in lightweight aubergine wool. Possibly the best written pattern I've ever used. Great, well-illustrated, easy to follow instructions and a lovely blouse. #sewsialist #sewstagram #vintagesewing #1930sfashion #ngaioblouse

Summer! And I finally get to wear a blouse that actually fits properly 😊 I really like this #ngaioblouse from @scrooppatterns: not only does it have several cup size options, it also doesn't have or need any fastenings. 🙌🏻 Amazing @meetmilk_fabric from my local fabric shop @meetmake.nl. And I think I'm a bit in love with this colour because I bought some beautiful linen/viscose yarn in the same hue for a summer sweater. With my knitting speed it will probably be finished next summer 😆 #sewtwistsandties #handmadewardrobe #imakemyownclothes #scrooppatterns #makenmetmooiematerialen

Sending out a little love to the #ngaioblouse pattern, because it's been weeks and weeks since I featured it here on instagram, and it's such a lovely pattern. ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ It's actually really easy to make: you get a lot of impact for how simple the pattern is to put together. With three different cup sizes in the pattern, fit alterations are already pretty much done for you!⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ Follow the Linkin link in my profile and then click on this image again, or get it on paper through @wearinghistory.⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #sewingtops #ngaioblouse #slowfashion #diyfashion #indiepatterns #indiepatterncompany #memade #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #sewing #slowfashionmovement #pdfpattern #sewingfun #sewinglove #sewindie #sewinclusive #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #indiesewing

I’m looking forward to spending all summer in Tara Skirt and Pinafore (I wore one yesterday!), but they are also perfect with tights and turtlenecks when it gets cold. 🩵 Get 20% off the Tara and all other patterns at scrooppatterns.com for three more days🩵 #scrooppatterns #scrooptara

Need a transitional weather wrap? The Mahina Cardigan is perfect for spring and autumn, can be made in everything from light lacy knits to heavy boiled wool knit, sews up in just a few hours, and features a unique customisable fitting system. Plus, it looks great over the Miramar Top! #scrooppatterns #mahinacardigan #sewingknits #sewingwithknits #cardiganpattern #indiesewingpatterns #sizeinclusivesewingpatterns

Rose shows off the Mahina Cardigan and Miramar Top - both easy to make knit patterns that dress up or down, depending on the fabric.⁠ ⁠ The Mahina Cardigan features a unique customisable fit system, so the sleeves and shoulders are just right for you. ⁠ .⁠ .⠀⁠ 🌕🌖🌗🌘🌑🌒🌗🌔🌕⁣⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ #scrooppatterns #mahinacardigan #sewingknits #cardiganpattern #sewyourown #fittingpatterns #slowfashion #sewyourownslowfashion #memadeeveryday #newpattern #soexciting #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepattern #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #sewingpatterns ⁠

What patterns are you planning to get in the 25% off sale?⁠ ⁠ The most popular seller so far has been the Mahina Cardigan - I guess it's a good time of year to snuggle up in an elegant wrap cardigan!⁠ ⁠ (they aren't wrong: I wore one this morning to ward off the spring chill).⁠ ⁠ 🌺 Sale on now until midnight Monday 29 Nov, NZ Time. Discount is applied automatically at checkout. 🌺⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #mahinacardigan #patternsale #sewingpatterns #indiesewingpatterns #sewingpatternsale

Mahina Cardigan samples, showing all the edge finishes you can use 🖤💗🖤💗⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #mahinacardigan #sewingknits #sewingcardigans #sewingdetails #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterns #sewindie #sewinclusive #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing

Pantalon Eastbourne. La toile a été faite en taille 36. Je n'ai coupé qu'une longueur "short" parce que je voulais surtout vérifier la fourche et la taille (option A sur le patron), la longueur étant plus facilement vérifiable en mesurant. Tout était parfait, rien à modifier. Quand la toile est validée, je ne jette pas le tissu ; il est gardé soit pour couper de nouvelles pièces de toiles, soit comme doublure. Quand il ne reste plus que de petits morceaux, je donne les chutes au centre de loisirs qui est souvent à la recherche de tissus pour des activités manuelles. #eastbournetrousers #faireunetoile #ecocouture #reutiliserlestissus #couturefemme #scrooppatterns

Decompressing from the #aidahgown launch by making a pair of #eastbournetrousers with help from Miss Felicity. That cat just loves sitting on fabric! #scrooppatterns #felicitythesewingcat #sewingwithcats #sewingcat #calicocat

A wee update on the Frances Rump pattern. Last week the free Frances Rump pattern got hit by a bot attack. 😣 Dozens of copies of the pattern were ‘bought’ by accounts with generic male names all within 20 minutes, and all from the same 3 IP addresses. It’s not entirely clear what the bots were after, but apparently it’s a common attack on free items. We’ve updated a bunch of settings to make sure everything is secure. One of the things we’ve done to discourage further attacks is to change the Frances from a free pattern to a ‘Choose Your Own Price’ pattern. 
 There are a range of options for prices from ‘free’ to ‘look I just really love your patterns and want to pay an insane amount for this one to show it’ (look, a poor patternmaker can hope!) So the pattern is still there, it’s still available for nothing - or you can choose to pay a bit for it. 💛 Thanks for supporting Scroop Patterns and NOT being a bot! #scrooppatterns #francesrump #18thcenturysewingpatterns

Confessions from Last Night: All my current projects are big, fiddly, and going nowhere, so in a fit of frustration I pulled out Scroop Patterns' free rump pattern and threw it together! As you do. Alas, any and all stays are currently in pieces, so this is the only way I can show you all right now... This is the last, poor scraps of the thrifted bedsheet I made my Regency overgown from back this time last year, finally being pressed into service one last time. It's very tightly woven so it's perfect for this kind of thing. The pattern itself was super easy to follow, even after I cut several sizes too large because that was the width of my fabric and I was determined to use it up. My biggest problem (as ever) was getting the amount of stuffing right; I'm a chronic over-stuffer! Still we got there in the end, and for an evening's work I think it looks pretty good! It can go with my other false rump in the weirdest collection I've ever formed... #scrooppatterns #scroopfrancesrump #historicallyinspired #thriftedsewingsupplies #thriftedfabrics #bumroll #bumrollplease #historicalcostuming #historicaltrekking #historicalsewing #historicalunderwear #historicalundergarments #18thcenturyfashion #18thcenturystyle #18thcenturycostume #18thcenturysewing

It's a little late for #fantailfriday for me, but here's some end-of-week Edwardian goodness for those of you on the other side of the international dateline.⁠ ⁠ This is my friend A in her very first finished historical garment - a #fantailskirt 💕 ⁠She looks like she stepped straight out of a late-period Impressionist painting!⁠ .⁠ This pattern comes in both historical and modern versions, so it covers everything from daily wear, to historybounding, to totally historically accurate costuming!⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #scroopfantail #sewingskirts #historicalsewingpatterns #historicaldress #historicalsewing #edwardian #historicalcostuming #historicalcostume #sewinclusive #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #sewists #edwardiancostume #1900scostume

It's been a while since I've featured the #fantailskirt! Here are my friends Averil and @eloise_faith_gladrags showing off their Historical Fantail skirts.⁠ .⁠ Eloise makes all sorts of gorgeous historical costumes, but this was Averil's very first historical make - and she did a beautiful job!⁠ She's since gone on to make a bunch of beautiful historical costumes, including every single historical Scroop pattern (and most of the modern ones). Conclusion? The Fantail Skirt is an excellent intro to historical costuming! ⁠ .⁠ Both blouses are adapted from @wearinghistory's Edwardian blouse pattern.⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #scrooppatterns #scroopfantail #historicalsewing #sewingskirts #memadewardrobe #indiepatterns #indiepatterndesigner #historicalcostuming #edwardiancostuming #historicalsewingpatterns #sizeinclusivesewingpatterns #edwardian #edwardiansewing #belleepoque

They are here! Meet the much anticipated Seatoun Skirt (1915-1918) and its modern sister: the Tara Skirt & Pinafore! 🌸 ✨ Both patterns are 15% off for the next week! Or buy the Seatoun + Tara bundle and save 20% PLUS the 15%! ✨ 🌸 🌸 The Seatoun is a classic mid-late teens A-line skirt with two fun pocket options, and all the thoughtful finishes and detailed historical research Scroop Patterns is known for. 🌸 The Tara Skirt & Pinafore takes the classic A-line shape and fun pockets of its historical inspiration and gives them an easy-to-wear 21st century update, with shorter lengths, a comfortable elasticised back waistband, modern sewing techniques and notions, and a pinafore option.  Both are available in waist sizes 24’’-50’’ / 61-127cm 🌸 Get the digital pattern at ScroopPatterns.com, or pre-order the paper pattern at VirgilsFineGoods.com 🌸 #scrooppatterns #scrooptara #scroopseatoun #historybounding #edwardiansewingpattern #edwardianhistorybounding #pinaforesewingpattern #pinaforepattern #vintageinspiredsewingpatterns

Sending out a little love to the #ngaioblouse pattern, because it's been weeks and weeks since I featured it here on instagram, and it's such a lovely pattern. ⁠ .⁠ It's actually really easy to make: you get a lot of impact for how simple the pattern is to put together. ⁠ .⁠ With three different cup sizes in the pattern, fit alterations are already pretty much done for you!⁠ .⁠ Follow the Linkin link in my profile and then click on this image again to be taken straight through to the pattern⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #scrooppatterns #sewingtops #ngaioblouse #sewyourownslowfashion #diyfashion #indiepatterns #indiepatterncompany #memadewardrobe #cupsizessewingpatterns #sewing #slowfashionmovement #pdfpattern #indiepatterndesigner

All the patterns at scrooppatterns.com are digital downloads, but if you want to buy paper versions, most Scroop Patterns are available in paper versions from @wearinghistory⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ They come on beautiful high quality bond paper, with easy-to-use spiral bound instructions. ⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #sewingtops #ngaioblouse #indiepatterns #indiepatterncompany #memade #memadewardrobe #sewityourself #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #sewindie #sewinclusive #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #designer

A little bit of summer chill means I get to enjoy snuggling up in a #mahinacardigan. There's a silver lining to every cloud! ⁠ ⁠ .⠀⁠ 🌕🌖🌗🌘🌑🌒🌗🌔🌕⁣⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ #scrooppatterns #sewingknits #cardiganpattern #memadeeveryday #sewyourownslowfashion #indiepattern #indiepatterndesigner #sewingpatterns #indiesewingpatterns #sewingpatternsforeveryone⁠

Pattern #9! The Mahina Cardigan.⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ Mahina means moon in Hawai'ian and māhina means moon in te reo Māori (and is the name of a bay not far from where I live here in NZ), and the phases of the moon were the inspiration for this circular cardigan. The round shape forms elegant ripples of halves and crescents around your body. ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ The pattern features a unique customisable fit system, so the sleeves and shoulders are just right for you. It's as comfy as a blanket, and can look dressed up or casual depending on what fabric it's made from - my students call the pink version my 'meeting the queen' outfit 🤣 ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ 🌕🌖🌗🌘🌑🌒🌗🌔🌕⁣⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #mahinacardigan #sewingknits #cardiganpattern #sewyourown #fittingpatterns #memadeeveryday #newpattern #soexciting #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepattern #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewinclusive #sewcurvy #sewingpatterndesigner #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing ⠀⁠⠀

DID YOU KNOW that @scrooppatterns has reached 5K followers, and she's doing a giveaway?! This is the pattern I've been dying for... but haven't bought bc a fabric hasn't been *the one* yet. Stupid, I know. Pretty sure this gorgeous and practical pattern will make any fabric look amazing! For an amazing example of the #mahinacardigan made up, go check out @thesewinggoatherd's blog - hers is what made me want one so badly! #scrooppatterns #elegantcomfort

The Augusta Stays have been the most popular item in the #scrooppatternsale so far, but super-complicated is not the only thing we do! ⁠ .⁠ Some of the simpler patterns, like the #mahinacardigan and the #miramartop, are hot in the Augusta's heels for best-sellers. ⁠ .⁠ Sometimes it's nice to make elaborate things, sometimes it's nice to make a simple 2-hour pattern - especially when the finished result is like a very elegant blanket. ⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⠀⁠ #scrooppatterns #sewingknits #cardiganpattern #sewingtops #memadeeveryday #sewexciting #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepattern #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewinclusive #sewcurvy #sewingpatterndesigner #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing ⠀⁠

Beat the heat and still look chic in Eastbourne Trousers in linen, cotton, and rayon. ⁠ ⁠ I can promise they work, because I wore linen culotte-length Eastbourne's across Europe in 30c temps and high humidity all last August, and still felt fresh and neat! ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #eastbournetrousers #sewingforsummer #vintageinspiredsewingpatterns ⁠ #scrooppatterns #sewingtrousers #memade #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #sewindie #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterns #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewinclusive #slowfashion #sewyourownslowfashion

I’m delighted with how popular the modern Scroop Patterns have been in the 20% off sale! I love historical costuming, but it’s a pretty special feeling wearing stuff you have made on an everyday basis. My most worn everyday items are definitely the #eastbournetrousers and #miramartop (except for the #wonderunders, but I’m not showing you me in those 😂) closely followed by the #robindress…although the working toiles for my next pattern are about to de-throne all of those… #scrooppatterns #memadeeveryday #vintageinspiredsewing #vintageinspiredsewingpatterns #memadewardrobe

Since I just finished a new pair of linen #eastbourne trousers in culotte length, here's a farewell post in honour of this pair, made as a sample in 2019, and worn to death every warm day since! They are now serving an honourable retirement as painting clothes. Even with a big patch on the bum, they are the perfect clothes for housepainting - light and breezy when it's warm, with big pockets for keeping extra tools handy! #scrooppatterns #eastbournetrousers #miramartop #slowfashion #sewyourownslowfashion #sewyourownsustainablewardrobe

Here it is! The #angelicagown by @scrooppatterns and @virgilsfinegoods I made as part of the #angelicathon hosted by: @fantasticalfolliescostuming. I went to @venetianvegas to get photos in it. Someone asked me if I was hot and I didn't even notice that it was hot outside. It felt humid. But, that's it. My outfit is a mixture of cottons and linens in every layer (except stays, pocket, shoes, rump stuffing, hat, and closures). Natural fabrics are so wonderful in the heat, even in many layers. The pattern called for hand sewing the entire thing. But, I'm visually impaired so I machine sewed mine. Disabled women like myself would've been lucky to dress like this back then. While I love wearing, recreating, and learning about historical fashion, I never want to go back there. Skirt, kerchief , cap, pocket, and apron are all my own. I basically just cut shapes out of fabric for these and then sewed them together. Chemise patterned after a free online pattern. Stays are from the "Corsets & Crinolines" book. #francesrump by #scrooppatterns Shoes: @americanduchess #kensingtons Cosmetics: @lbcchistorical Stockings were found on Etsy, inspired by the clocked stockings style of the period. Hat made using a placemat, a wine glass, and steam. Photos taken by @_vegasboodoll90 #americanduchess #lbcchistorical #lbcchistoricalbeauty #lbcchistoricalapothecary #italiangown #18thcentury #18thcenturyfashion #18thcenturycostume #18thcenturyitaliangown #historicalcostuming #historicalsewing #histoticalfashion #kensingtonshoes #americanduchesskensingtons #americanduchesskensington #adkensingtons #lasvegas #lasvegasstrip #venetian #venetianlasvegas #venetianlv #venetianlasvegas😍❤️

Photos taken by @_vegasboodoll90 with her camera. This is the #angelicagown, an 18th century #italiangown by @scrooppatterns and @virgilsfinegoods I made as part of the #angelicathon hosted by: @fantasticalfolliescostuming. Location: @venetianvegas Skirt, kerchief , cap, pocket, and apron are all my own. I basically just cut shapes out of fabric for these and then sewed them together. Chemise patterned after a free online pattern. Stays are from the "Corsets & Crinolines" book. #francesrump by #scrooppatterns Shoes: @americanduchess #kensingtons Cosmetics: @lbcchistorical Stockings were found on Etsy, inspired by the clocked stockings style of the period. Hat made using a placemat, a wine glass, and steam. #americanduchess #lbcchistorical #lbcchistoricalbeauty #lbcchistoricalapothecary #italiangown #18thcentury #18thcenturyfashion #18thcenturycostume #18thcenturyitaliangown #historicalcostuming #historicalsewing #histoticalfashion #kensingtonshoes #americanduchesskensingtons #americanduchesskensington #adkensingtons #lasvegas #lasvegasstrip #venetian #venetianlasvegas #venetianlv #venetianlasvegas😍❤️

This week's bestselling pattern has been the Robin Dress. No surprise: it's classic style is perfect for those of you in the Northern hemisphere heading in to summer, but it also goes nicely with tights and turtlenecks heading in to winter. Plus, with three built-in cup sizes, fitting is easy. And finally, it has two awesome pocket options: what's not to love about pockets! #scrooppatterns #scrooprobin #robindress #bustfriendlysewingpatterns #princessseams #sewyourown #sewyourownslowfashion

I've managed to avoid sharing a photo of me for almost two months, so here's one in the Robin Dress, which features multiple cup sizes, to make fitting easy, and two fabulously large pocket options. ⁠ ⁠ It's the perfect summer wardrobe item, but I also love layering mine over tights and turtlenecks in winter. ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ #ScroopRobin ⁠#scrooppatterns #dresspattern #sewinclusive #sewyourownslowfashion #sewcurvy #slowfashion #handmadewardrobe #sewing #dressmaking #indiepattern #indiesewing #sewyourown #learntosew #pdfpattern #patternsale #sewingsale #princessseams #sewityourself #sewyourstyle #fullbustfriendly #multicupsizes

Feeling the #edwardianfashion love this week. Here's Stella looking stunning in a #fantailskirt made up in lavender wool.⁠ ⁠ I'm pretty proud of her pompadour! ⁠ ⁠ ⁠This pattern comes in historical and modern versions, and is comes with all the additional historical details you can expect from the #scroophistorical patterns.⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #sewingskirts #scroopfantail #historybounding #edwardian #edwardiansewingpatterns #historicalsewingpatterns #sizeinclusivesewingpatterns #edwardianstyle #1900ssewingpatterns ⁠

Some Fantail Skirt inspiration from 1896. Wouldn't the skirt be striking in purple velvet with a matching swiss belt and bolero effect jacket as an afternoon reception ensemble!⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #fantailskirt #1890sfashion #fashionplate #sewinginspiration #latevictorian #costuminginspiration #scroopfantail⁠

I’ve had a personal emergency come up, and I just don’t have the mental energy to take down and replace all the sale marketing for the Seatoun & Tara launch sale…so instead I’m just leaving the sale up. So, if you’re still on the fence, you have one more day-ish to get the discount on the patterns. #scrooppatterns #scroopseatoun #scrooptara

What are you getting in the Scroop Patterns Black Friday sale? So far these three are the best sellers, but the others aren't far behind! ⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #scrooppatterns #scrooprilla #rillacorset #scroopngaio #ngaioblouse #otarihoodie #corsetmaking #blackfriday #cybermonday #smallbusiness #girlboss #historicalpatterns #corsetpatterns #sewingpatterns #indiepatterns #indiepatterndesigner #sewingblouses #sewingknits #patternsale #historicalpatterndesigner #wwicorset #wwiera #wwifashion #1910sfoundations #foundationgarments #sewingcorsets #sewing #sewingfun

It's been a while since I gave the #ngaioblouse a shout-out, so here's one! . . . . . . . #scrooppatterns #sewingtops #scroopngaio #ngaioblouse #memade #memadewardrobe #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #makersofinstagram #makerslife #creativecommunity #indipatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram #designer

Fantail skirts have been this week's best-seller, but the Ngaio blouse isn't far behind. Here is Jenni rocking both.⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ ⠀ ⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #scrooppatterns #scroopngaio #ngaioblouse #sewingskirts #scroopfantail #memade #memadewardrobe #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #makersofinstagram #makerslife #creativecommunity #indipatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram #designer

#marchmeetthemaker Day 25: 'Being a maker means...' incredibly hard work, and incredibly long hours, but the fulfilment of seeing my creative ideas come to life. Definitely worth it! ⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ ⠀ #scrooppatterns #ngaioblouse #fantailskirt #scroopngaio #scroopfantail #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #makersofinstagram #makerslife #creativecommunity #indipatterndesigner #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #sewists #indiesewing #sewcialists #girlboss #designer

Been sewing Ngaio Blouses and Fantail Skirts for a mini capsule wardrobe for the new school year. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ I think I need to see if I still have the last bits of this skirt fabric, so I can retrofit it with pockets. Pocketless skirts were perfect when I had a desk job. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ These days I'm always carrying a dozen safety pins, a notebook, my phone, two sets of keys and a pair of little scissors, and pocketless garments just don't cut it! ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ There's a full tutorial on adding pockets to the Fantail skirt linked through the pattern page on ScroopPatterns.com. It's easy and they are fabulously big!⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #fantailskirt #sewingskirts #scroopfantail #memade #ngaioblouse #fantailskirt #memadewardrobe #sizeinclusive #sewyourown #memadeeveryday #sewinclusive #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterns #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #indiesewing #sizeinclusivesewingpatterns

#5 on my Scroop Patterns countdown is the Ngaio Blouse: the first Scroop pattern to feature multiple cup sizes, to make the fit as easy and accurate as possible for as many people as possible.⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ In the first photo Jenni is wearing the Large bust fit, which is perfect for her, in the first photo, and the Medium, which isn't quite right, in the second - just to show what a difference the right fit makes. 💛⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ The peach linen voile Ngaio sample I'm wearing in the last photo is still in heavy rotation in my summer wardrobe: so light but elegant on hot days!⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #sewingtops #ngaioblouse #indiepatterns #indiepatterncompany #memade #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #sewindie #sewinclusive #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #designer

It's #fantailfriday! Here's Jenni rocking the modern version, along with a #ngaioblouse⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #sewingskirts #scroopfantail #memade #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #slowfashion #sewyourown #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram

Sunny autumn weather and cool spring days are just perfect for the #miramartop and #mahinacardigan #scrooppatterns #sewingwithknits #knitsewingpatterns #memadeeveryday

It's been ages since I showed off the Mahina Cardigan pattern, which is definitely something I need to fix, since it's basically the world's most elegant blanket. And if this isn't the time for comfy blankets that still look elegant I don't know when is! ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ The Mahina Cardigan is a great introduction to sewing with knit fabrics. The pattern features a unique customisable fit system, so the sleeves and shoulders are just right for you. ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ 🌕🌖🌗🌘🌑🌒🌗🌔🌕⁣⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #mahinacardigan #sewingknits #cardiganpattern #sewyourown #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepattern #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewinclusive #sewcurvy #sewingpatterndesigner #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing ⠀⁠

A detail of the four different kinds of edge finishes that are included in the #mahinacardigan instructions: 1) a lace edging 2) a clean-cut edge 3) a turned edge faced with bias tape, and 4) an edge bound with lightweight knit. ⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ You can use any of these edgings on any version of the cardigan.⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ 🌕🌖🌗🌘🌑🌒🌗🌔🌕⁣⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #sewingknits #cardiganpattern #sewityourself #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepattern #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewinclusive #sewcurvy #sewingpatterndesigner #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing ⠀

I will never not love the fact that Mahina Cardigans are as comfortable as blankets, while being totally elegant. My costuming students describe this one as my 'meeting the queen' cardigan. ⁠😂 .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ 🌕🌖🌗🌘🌑🌒🌗🌔🌕⁣⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #mahinacardigan #sewingknits #cardiganpattern #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #newpattern #sewexciting #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepattern #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewinclusive #izeinclusivesewingpattern #sewingpatterndesigner #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing ⠀⁠

Sending out a little love to the Eastbourne Trousers and their fabulous pockets that I can fit my whole work life into! (Work life being phone, swipe card, 3 keys, small sewing kit, pen, lip balm, a handful of safety pins, and sometimes glasses in a case) #scrooppatterns #eastbournetrousers #thanksithaspockets #vintageinspired #indiesewingpattern

It’s a blustery, windy day in Wellington (officially the windiest city in the world!) and that reminds me of the windy day we shot the sample photos of Rose in #eastbournetrousers It was difficult to work with the wind but did make for some gorgeous photos! #scrooppatterns #vintageinspiredsewingpatterns

I do like to be beside the sea in Eastbourne Trousers… The roomy shape and awesome pockets are perfect for all your summer adventures! #scrooppatterns #eastbournetrousers #memadewardrobe #sewyourownslowfashion #secretpants #secretpantssewingpatterns

Waste not, want not! The linings of 18th century dresses like the #aidahgown were often made from a mix of fabrics: the makers just used whatever scraps they had, as the lining would never be seen. In keeping with this tradition, the body of the black Aidah sample is lined in the same gilt linen as my #augustastays, but the sleeves are lined in a purple linen left over from making a pair of #eastbournetrousers and a #fantailskirt - I had to piece it to have enough, but that’s very period accurate too! #scrooppatterns #virgilsfinegoods #18thcenturyclothing #18thcenturysewing

Well I hear that the #angelicathon hosted by @fantasticalfolliescostuming has begun! Although I hope I can consider myself a participant, technically my Angelicathon has been going on for…*checks notes* about 8 or 9 months already!! You can follow some of my journey via the pictures in this post! Most of that time was stalling due to intimidation or frustration. Because oh boy has my first time sewing an 18th century gown been a challenge! I think I made about 3 bodice mockups before I got the courage to cut my final fabric (and yes, the fabric is not my color, but I thrifted this bedsheet set several years ago and finally wanted to use them.). Not to mention the dang #sleevevils which have been my mortal enemy! It’s taken no less than SEVEN mock ups with various adjustments to get it comfy and workable. I even partially completed a set of sleeves that I had to scrap and start over. But, I think the end is in sight?! *knock on wood* I do want to thank @thedreamstress @ladyofthewilderness for their excellent pattern and instructions for the @scrooppatterns #angelicagown. It’s a gorgeous pattern and so instructive! I only wish I was better at following it correctly! My foundation garments, specifically my #augustastays and #francesrump were also made by me (and largely handsewn) using #scrooppatterns! They’re great! My shift and petticoat were also made by me (also mostly hand sewn) using tutorials from @mariahpattie and @burnleyandtrowbridge Also great resources! I do have photos of me in my full 18th century undies get up, so if people are interested I’ll share them. Hope to show off the completed gown soon! (Maybe in a full 1780s get up!) #virgilsfinegoods #18thcenturyunderwear #18thcenturyfashion #1780sfashion #makersgonnamake #sewist #mantuamaker #historicalcostuming #historicalfashion #historicalcostume #1780s #italiangown #fakeittillyoumakeit

When I used to teach beginners sewing I always taught my students to either mark their notches with thread or chalk, or cut them out, like little mountains, rather than in to the seam allowances like valleys. Why? Well, I’m currently letting out all the seams of the brown cotton Robin dress I made as a sample for the Robin pattern. I loved wearing it, but foolishly left it in the sun for a couple of days, and it got fade marks. While I won’t wear it with fade marks in my city life, it’s the perfect dress for my mother to wear around the farm: comfortable, natural fibre, and with big pockets. It just needs to be one size bigger! Luckily I have the full seam allowances to work with, so letting it out enough for it to be a nice relaxed fit on my mum is easy. Not cutting the notches in to the seam allowances is a small thing, but it makes a big difference if you need to alter a garment. I sew so I can make clothes that can be worn for the whole possible life of the garment - whether by me or someone else. Making sure to have the full seam allowance is making that possible! #scrooppatterns #slowfashion #makedoandmend #sewingalterations #sewingtip #robindress #scrooprobin

A pretty hem detail from the Robin Dress 💛 #scrooppatterns #robindress #scrooprobin #sewing #sewingdetails

Throwback to the gorgeous Robin Dress @sewlike⁠ made as a pattern testers! ⁠ .⁠ I love the tiny plaid Romy-Krystal chose. It gives such a graphic quality to the bell sleeves. And the way she used the stronger yellow stripe to frame the front buttons is just perfection. 💛🧡💛 ⁠ .⁠ (also, that bust fit! 👏👏 👏 It's what sewing dreams are made of!)⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #scrooppatterns #scrooprobin #robindress #dresspattern #patterntesting #testermakes #sewbright #dressmaking #sew #indiepattern #indiesewing #sewyourown #learntosew #pdfpattern #sewinclusive #sewcurvy #slowfashion #fullbustfriendlysewingpatterns #multicupsizesewingpatterns #handmadewardrobe #sewing #sewingsale #princessseams #sewityourself #sewyourstyle #plussizesewing

I believe in big pockets!⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ The pockets for the Robin Dress are large enough to fit a book* in. Or your phone, keys, a lipbalm and a couple of cards, all without the worry that they might fall out. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ *A standard paperback size book, not a late series hardback Harry Potter size tome! 🤣⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #scrooprobin #yesithaspockets #pocketsforall #bigpockets #sewyourown #indiepatterns #dresspattern #princessseams

It must be pattern making time! I'm hard at work on the new pattern, and a year ago I was just finishing up the Robin Dress pattern, and getting sample photos. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ The Robin Dress pattern includes instructions for all sorts of pretty finishing details, from getting the perfect sleeve hems, to perfectly turned corners on the button facing, to this bias hem finish. 🧡🌻🧡⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #ScroopRobin #dresspattern #sewinclusive #sewcurvy #slowfashion #handmadewardrobe #sewing #dressmaking #sew #indiepattern #indiesewing #sewyourown #learntosew #pdfpattern #princessseams #sewityourself #sewyourstyle #sew

Here’s some gorgeous Fantail Skirt inspiration to celebrate Friday with! 🤍💙🤍 Two more days to get 30% off the modern #fantailskirt pattern and 20% off the historical and combined historical + modern skirt patterns 🎉 #scrooppatterns #patternsale #scrooppatternsale #edwardiancostuming #edwardiansewing #scroopfantail

Looking ahead to 2023s patternmaking plans… Hopefully you’ll like what we have on the table as much as you like the Fantail Skirt pattern! It’s still the most popular Scroop Pattern ever. 🤍 It’s not hard to see why though. The detailed instructions make it an easy peasy make - and it comes with additional historical information, including the fabrics and stitches seen in the original garments I based the pattern on. #scrooppatterns #fantailskirt #edwardiansewing #scroopfantail #edwardiancostuming #historicalsewingpatterns #historybounding #edwardiansewingpatterns

To go with the little fantail reel, here's Stella looking stunning in a #fantailskirt made up in lavender wool.⁠ ⁠ I'm pretty proud of her pompadour! ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #sewingskirts #scroopfantail #historybounding #edwardian #edwardianfashion #edwardiansewingpatterns #historicalsewingpatterns #sizeinclusivesewingpatterns #edwardianstyle #1900ssewingpatterns

It's #fantailfriday! Here's Jenni rocking the modern version, along with a #ngaioblouse⁠ ⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #scrooppatterns #sewingskirts #scroopfantail #slowfashion #sewyourown #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #ilovesewing #sewinglife #indiesewing

Seeing as I’m already a day late for #fallforcostume (by the lovely @redthreaded ), no promises that I’ll post each day. But here’s an intro and a first! … I’m Blair (she/her), owner of Goodwives Linens, which focuses on 18th century accessories patterns. I spend most of my costuming time in the 18th century, but my favorite styles come from the early 1800s, and I’m always looking for excuses to try new eras! … This picture is of my first Edwardian outfit and adventure. I had a lovely time, and I’m already planning more pieces from this floofy era! … Hat by me, blouse is vintage, skirt using the #fantailskirt pattern by #scrooppatterns. Photo taken at the @hunterhousemuseum1894 … #scroopfantail #edwardianshirtwaist #hunterhouseandgardens #goodwiveslinens

When worn with 1910´s inspired blouse, makes Seatoune skirt nice historical outfit. I´m planning to remake this blouse, so more about it later, but skirt was pattern testing for Scroop Patterns and pattern is already in shop. So drop by and check its modern sister Tara Skirt too! #scrooppatterns #scroopseatoun

Ngaio blouse, Fantail Skirt, feeling fine.⁠ ⁠ Plus, this reminds me that a year ago today I wrote a tutorial on how to add a petersham waistband to the Scroop Fantail skirt. (and it works for other patterns too!).⁠ .⁠ Follow the linkin link in my bio and then click on this image again to be taken through to the post. ⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #scrooppatterns #fantailskirt #scroopfantail #scrooptutorial #sewingtutorials #patterntutorial #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #ngaioblouse #scroopngaio #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #memadeeveryday #makersgonnamake #sewinglife #sewingblogger #sewists #helloeveryone #indiesewing #petersham #petershamwaistband

Today I'm wearing a Ngaio blouse to go tramping. It may seem posh, but it's got such excellent neck and shoulder coverage, and sun protection is where it's at! . . . . . . . . . . . #scrooppatterns #sewingtops #scroopngaio #ngaioblouse #sewingblouses #memade #memadewardrobe #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #makersofinstagram #makerslife #creativecommunity #indipatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram #designer

So far the Ngaio blouse is the leader in my Black Friday pattern sale, but the Fantail Skirt & the Rilla are neck & neck right behind it. ⠀ .⠀ The sale has 36 hours to go - don't forget to get 25% off your favourite before it ends with the code PieforAll ⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #scrooppatterns #scroopngaio #ngaioblouse #patternsale #sewingpatterns #indiepatterns #indiepatterndesigner #historicalpatterndesigner #sewing #sewingfun #isew #blackfridaysale #fullbustfriendly #everybodyisbeautiful

Happy weekend! Hope yours involves fun times with friends and family, and maybe some sewing! ⠀ .⠀ Don't forget that you can get 25% off all Scroop Patterns from now until the 30th December. Use the coupon code PieforAll at checkout to get your discount.⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #scrooppatterns #scroopfantail #fantailskirt #sewingpatterns #indiepatterns #indiepatterndesigner #sewing #sewingfun #sewingfriends #sewingweekend #sewnz #ngaioblouse #scroopngaio

Ngaio blouses and Fantail skirts are perfect for 1940s #historybounding.⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ .⁣⁠⠀ ⁣⁠⠀ ⁣⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #fantailskirt #ngaioblouse #sewingtops #sewingblouses #sewingskirts #scroopfantail #memadewardrobe #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterns #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sizeinclusivesewingpatterns

Today's job as the jack-of-all-patternmaking-trades. Deciding where to do the photoshoot for the new pattern. The lush green of Otari Wilton's bush always works well, but I'm also considering the seaside. ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ What do you think? ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #fantailskirt #ngaioblouse #sewingskirts #scroopfantail #memade #memadewardrobe #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #vintageinspiredsewingpatterns

@scrooppatterns new skirt and pinafore pattern is out! And here is the result of my time pattern testing (the final may differ slightly) 😊 I think it's super cute and it'll definitely become a regular in my wardrobe. I do have a video of me making it which I'll be releasing in November after my spooky season stuff. Thanks again @scrooppatterns for accepting me on the pattern test. #scrooppatterns #scrooptara #patterntest #sewing #sewingproject #sewistsofinstagram

Rose demonstrating that the #miramartop and #mahinacardigan are the perfect pairing 🧡 Both patterns come with helpful instructions on sewing with knit fabrics to make it easy peasy. And both are 30% off for four more days! #scrooppatterns #sewingwithknits #scrooppatternsale

Pretty lace edge finishes on a #mahinacardigan. The pattern includes this finish, and three other ways to finish your cardigan. ⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ 🌕🌖🌗🌘🌑🌒🌗🌔🌕⁣⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ #scrooppatterns #mahinacardigan #sewingknits #cardiganpattern #sewyourown #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepattern #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #sewingpatterns #sewinclusive #sewcurvy #sewingpatterndesigner #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing ⠀⁠

It's a cold, wet winter morning in Wellington, and I'm very glad of a thick, warm, Mahina cardigan to snuggle up in. But I've got one in very light knit planned for my summer wardrobe too! ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ 🌕🌖🌗🌘🌑🌒🌗🌔🌕⁣⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #mahinacardigan #sewingknits #cardiganpattern #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #newpattern #sewexciting #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepattern #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewinclusive #izeinclusivesewingpattern #sewingpatterndesigner #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing ⠀⁠⠀

Summer has arrived in NZ, so shoutout to my Eastbourne Trousers which are keeping me cool and comfortable and while still looking presentable and elegant while trotting round Christchurch & Dunedin visiting friends and doing research for future projects and patterns. #scrooppatterns #eastbournetrousers #indiesewingpattern

Sewing cat ! Pantalon Eastbourne de chez @scrooppatterns en cours (datation non contractuelle 🥴). Depuis le temps que je voulais le faire... 2020 quand même. Mieux vaut tard que jamais. #sewingcat #eastbournetrousers #blackcatsofinstagram #jeportecequejecouds #couturefemme #scrooppatterns

It’s a good day for #eastbournetrousers Classy enough for work, comfy enough for the weekend, with awesome pockets every day of the week. #scrooppatterns #sewyourown #indiesewingpattern #secretpants #pockets

Throwback to the fabulous #ScroopRobin dress @emsisfab made as a tester - complete with matching mask.⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ Thanks for being and awesome tester AND making me laugh when I saw the photos 🧡⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ The Robin dress comes with two sleeve options, two neckline options, two pocket options, two lengths, AND three cup sizes, to give you tons of wardrobe possibilities and make fitting easy.⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #dresspattern #sewinclusive #sewcurvy #slowfashion #patterntesting #handmadewardrobe #sewing #dressmaking #sew #indiepattern #indiesewing #sewyourown #learntosew #pdfpattern #princessseams #sewityourself #sewyourstyle #plussizesewing #sew #sewingpatterns #patterndesigner #sewsewsew #sewingfun

Yay, new project plans! Right when I was realising I hadn't just made something for myself, for fun in awhile and this was probably not going to improve my mental health, Scroop patterns, whomst I love, had a sale. Also I found this extremely cheerful cotton lawn at Amos Threads for like 3£/meter, and thus a plan was born. I think this will be supremely summery and possibly make me feel somewhat less like dying when the temp passes 15 #scrooppatterns #scrooprobin #sunflowerdress

Spent yesterday frolicking in the woods with a bunch of friends in 14th century dress (we're in NZ so gathering is safe), so here's to the Robin Dress, my 1360s-meets-1940s-meets-1990s-in-the-2020s pattern!⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ #ScroopRobin ⁠#scrooppatterns #dresspattern #memadewardrobe #sewyourownslowfashion #sewinclusive #slowfashion #handmadewardrobe #sewing #dressmaking #sew #indiepattern #indiesewing #sewyourown #learntosew #pdfpattern #patternsale #sewingsale #princessseams #sewityourself #sewyourstyle #sew

Edwardian elegance in a #fantailskirt #scrooppatterns #historicalsewingpatterns #edwardianskirt

Does anyone else get a weird satisfaction from using up thread? It’s the funniest, most useless, feeling of ‘accomplishment’ These are all the spools I used up sewing samples of the #scroopseatoun skirt! I like to use vintage cotton thread when making samples of vintage patterns! #scrooppatterns #sewing #anotheronebitesthedust #thread #sylkothread

Unlike the Kilbirnie Skirt pattern, which is based on an extant garment, the Seatoun is based on period patterns, pattern drafting guides, and images from catalogues and fashion plates from the era. Here are some of the things that inspired it! The pattern includes 9 pages of additional historical information, with detailed descriptions of the pattern inspiration, the types of fabrics used on similar skirts in-period, the stitches used, and more, all accompanied by period images and detail photographs of extant garments that use the techniques described. Both the Seatoun & Tara are 15% off this week! 🦋 Get the digital pattern at ScroopPatterns.com, or pre-order the paper pattern at VirgilsFineGoods.com 🦋 #scrooppatterns #scrooptara #scroopseatoun #historybounding #edwardiansewingpattern #edwardianhistorybounding #vintageinspiredsewing #1910sfashion #1910sewingpatterns #1910sstyle

The Seatoun may be a historical pattern, but it can also be worn for modern wear - as beautifully demonstrated by Klara of @klara_posekana I’m immediately transported back to Czechia looking at her photos, and want to go strolling through the meadows and mushroom picking in the woods. Isn’t it the perfect outfit for looking elegantly outdoorsy? Klara made her Seatoun out of what was advertised as a firm midweight linen - and proved to be a floppy linen viscose when it arrived (oh my do I have feelings about fabrics sellers like that!). Because of that she used the pocket construction from the Tara pattern, as it worked better with her fabric - that’s the beauty of being able to mix and match between the patterns! Klara liked the boned interior waistband of the Seatoun so much she’s going to be using it on other garments: “I really like way the belt is made and I will make it on other skirts I already have in my ufo pile waiting for belt.” Klara made View A in Size 48’’. She’s 168cm tall. Thank you Klara for your amazing, amazing attention to detail as a tester! ♥️ Both the Seatoun & Tara are 15% off this week! 🍄 Get the digital pattern at ScroopPatterns.com, or pre-order the paper pattern at VirgilsFineGoods.com 🍄 #scrooppatterns #scrooptara #scroopseatoun #historybounding #edwardiansewingpattern #edwardianhistorybounding #vintageinspiredsewing #bestpatterntestersever

The Ngaio blouse are perfect for looking professional while staying cool in warm weather, but they are also great layered under cardigans when it's cold. ⠀ .⠀ And the pattern comes with three different cup size ranges built right into it, so you'll get a good fit without having to do your own FBA or SBA! ⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #scrooppatterns #sewingtops #scroopngaio #ngaioblouse #memade #memadewardrobe #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #makersofinstagram #makerslife #creativecommunity #indipatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram #designer

Today on the @thedreamstress blog: a tutorial on how to add a petersham waistband to the Scroop Fantail skirt. (and it works for other patterns too 😀) .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #scrooppatterns #fantailskirt #scroopfantail #scrooptutorial #sewingtutorials #patterntutorial #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #ngaioblouse #scroopngaio #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #memadeeveryday #makersgonnamake #sewinglife #sewingblogger #sewists #indiesewing #petersham #petershamwaistband

Rose shows off a Mahina Cardigan in a lacy cotton knit, over a Miramar top. This pattern photoshoot was such a fabulous day: golden sunshine with wonderful models who are as lovely as they are beautiful. ⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⠀⁠ 🌕🌖🌗🌘🌑🌒🌗🌔🌕⁣⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ #scrooppatterns #mahinacardigan #sewingknits #cardiganpattern #memadewardrobe #slowfashion #sewingslowfashion #memadeeveryday #indiepattern #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewinclusive #sewcurvy #sewingpatterndesigner #indiesewing ⠀⁠

Shop update! If the Mahina Cardigan has been on your wishlist, now is the time to get it!⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ I'll be taking it down from the shop for a couple of months due to boring pragmatic reasons about the number of products my current download programme supports. It will be back on sale in early June or so, when the third 2021 Scroop Pattern launches. ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ If you haven't looked at it, may I highly recommend it! I find the Mahina so for transitional weather. It looks so much dressier than a cardigan, and pairs beautifully with dresses and other garments that are tricky to find cover-ups for. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ The pattern features a unique customisable fit system, so the sleeves and shoulders are just right for you. It's as comfy as a blanket, and can look dressed up or casual depending on what fabric it's made from. ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ 🌕🌖🌗🌘🌑🌒🌗🌔🌕⁣⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #mahinacardigan #sewingknits #cardiganpattern #sewyourown #fittingpatterns #memadeeveryday #newpattern #soexciting #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepattern #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewinclusive #sewcurvy #sewingpatterndesigner #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing ⠀⁠

Rose shows off a Mahina Cardigan in a lacy cotton knit, over a Miramar top. This pattern photoshoot was such a fabulous day: golden sunshine with wonderful models who are as lovely as they are beautiful. ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ 🌕🌖🌗🌘🌑🌒🌗🌔🌕⁣⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #mahinacardigan #sewingknits #cardiganpattern #memadewardrobe #slowfashion #sewingslowfashion #memadeeveryday #newpattern #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepattern #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewinclusive #sewcurvy #sewingpatterndesigner #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing ⠀⁠⠀

Perfect weather for a Mahina Cardigan. Here Rose shows off View D in a lacey cotton knit. ⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ 🌕🌖🌗🌘🌑🌒🌗🌔🌕⁣⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #mahinacardigan #sewingknits #cardiganpattern #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #newpattern #soexciting #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepattern #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewinclusive #sewcurvy #sewingpatterndesigner #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing ⠀

I featured cozy cloaks last time, so here some nice breezy #eastbournetrousers for those of you (like me) struggling with the southern hemisphere summer heat. Hope you’re staying a comfortable temp wherever you are. #scrooppatterns

“It’s all right, children. Life is made up of meetings and partings.” This is the first event I’ve done since I lost my mother and my soul needed it. When I first made this polonaise gown, I was truly unsure of how if it really looked good and kept pointing out all the flaws but now all I see is one of my most treasured of outfits. I want to thank my muppet in crime, @silk.and.sass1776 , for getting me out to sing Christmas Carols with the Minister’s of Apollo at @deymansion. It truly was such a nice way to get my mind of things, if only for a while Dress: by me with fabric from Budlee Fabrics and Fabric Warehouse in Lodi and Belleville NJ Dress Pattern: @scrooppatterns Amalia jacket heavily modified into Polonaise gown Shoes: @samson_historical Mitts: @peasprojects Cap: borrowed from Eliza #revolutionarywarreenactor #reenactment #18thcenturyfashion #18thcenturycostume #18th centurycostuming #robealapolonaise #scrooppatterns #amaliajacket #rococo #georgiancostuming #

Want to know a fun secret about the Te Aro Dress & Top?🤫 ⁠ ⁠ The pattern is obviously stealth pyjamas (super comfy but dressed up enough to wear out and about), but it is also stealth #historybounding. 🤩⁠ .⁠ How so? The woven sleeves of View C are based on 17th & 18th century chemises & shirts, and the pocket shape is taken directly from 18th century pockets! ⁠ .⁠ I also looked at 1920s pattern drafting books when drafting the cocoon silhouette and the curved hem of View C. ⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #scrooppatterns #scrooptearo #sewingknits #newpattern #patternlaunch #patternsale #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinclusive #sewingblogger #indiesewing #indiepatterns #memade

Some sewing inspiration for those of us dealing with winter down in the Southern Hemisphere. It's been wet and wild and rainy for the last few days: perfect weather for keeping warm in an Otari Hoodie!⁠ .⁠ This fabulous pattern has detailed instructions for making a beautifully finished hoodie. ❄️⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #scrooppatterns #otarihoodie #scroopotari #sewingknits #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewyourown #sewyourownslowfashion #sewallthethings #indiepatterns #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #indiesewing

#fallforcostume day 23: leaves. I was so excited to be a pattern tester for the new @scrooppatterns Seatoun Skirt!! It was an excellent excuse to go back to my comfort era of the 1910s. Scroop Patterns is my all-time favorite pattern company and this pattern is already a favorite. I’ll definitely be making another historical version and probably a modern version too! I made this skirt out of a fine-wale cotton corduroy from @firecrackerfabrics #scrooppatterns #scroopseatoun #historicalpattern #historicalsewing #historicalfashion #1910s #1910sfashion #seamstress #dressmaking #firecrackerfabrics #firecrackermakes #itsmadelinedesigns #itsmadelinedesigns1910s #itsmadelinedesignsawardrobe #itsmadelinesews

If you've bought (or are thinking about) the Wonder Unders pattern, and aren't sure where to find suitable elastics to make them - I've got you covered, with a whole blog post of suppliers, so you'll be able to find materials no matter where you are in the world. . Click on the link in my bio, and then this image again, to be taken to the blog post. . . . . #scrooppatterns #wonderunders #scroopwonderunders #sewingknits #sewingtips #sewingmaterials #foldoverelastic #sewingsupplies #sewingknickers #sewingslips #sewingsinglets #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #memadewardrobe #indipatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram

It's a swishy skirt kind of day…⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Gotta love the historical Fantail for maximum swoosh potential!⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #fantailskirt #sewingskirts #scroopfantail #sewyourownslowfashion #historybounding #sizeinclusivesewingpatterns #sewinclusive #sewing #indiepatterns #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #historicalsewingpatterns #edwardiansewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #historicalsewingpatterns #edwardianfashion

The Ngaio Blouse is a fun twist on a classic shape, and with sleeveless and sleeved versions, and three cup sizes, it's versatile AND easy to fit. #scrooppatterns #ngaioblouse #vintageinspired #indiepatterns

I'm in Hawai'i helping out my parents on their permaculture farm, so here are some in-theme tropical print Wonder Unders 🌴🌺 🌴 . . . . . . . . . #scrooppatterns #wonderunders #scroopwonderunders #sewingknits #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #makersofinstagram #makerslife #creativecommunity #indipatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram #girlboss #designer

Spotlight on the Tara Skirt & Pinafore pattern! As I was developing the Seatoun pattern I realised how much I desperately wanted the amazing pockets on a modern skirt. I mean, who wouldn’t? Have you seen those pockets! Just getting the @lindsey__woolsey and @taylorrose.terekia to take their hands out of them in the shoot was a challenge! I was also going through the responses to the Scroop Pattern survey , and one of the top requests was historically-inspired skirts with elastic waistbands. Combine the two, and what do you get?  The Tara!   And of course I had to add a pinafore top, because everyone loves a pinafore! The pinafore top also has some historical inspiration: it’s based on an Edwardian apron I’ve examined! In testing options for the Tara it became obvious that the best fit required a completely different pattern to the Seatoun. Making a totally different pattern allowed the perfect fit, and it gave me the opportunity to add lots of fun extras to the Tara, like the option to cut it on the bias. The design link between the two is clear, but every single pattern piece, even the pockets, is different. The construction for the two patterns (including the pockets!) is also completely different, which is why the Seatoun and Tara are being sold as totally separate patterns, instead of having the historical + modern option of the Fantail Skirt. #scrooppatterns #scrooptara #scroopseatoun #historybounding #edwardiansewingpattern #edwardianhistorybounding #pinaforesewingpattern #pinaforepattern #vintageinspiredsewing

Feast upon some very satisfying stripes 😌 . I'm using the Aidah Gown pattern from @scrooppatterns for Library Belle and decided to have some fun with the stripey placement on the back panels. . . . #CosplayWIP #HistoricalCosplay #HistoricalDisney #18thCentury #ScroopPatterns #AidahGown #LibraryBelle #Katsucrunch #BelleCosplay

We're hard at work on the last finishing bits of a not-at-all simple pattern, so here's a refresher throwback to one of the simplest Scroop Patterns. ⁠ ⁠ The Miramar top is a chic alternative to a T-shirt, and can easily be made up in one evening. Make it as a top, dress or tunic, with short or 3/4 length sleeves.⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #scroopmiramar #sewingknits #miramartop #sewingtops #indiepatterns #sewyourownslowfashion #makeityourself #sewyourown #sewyourownclothes

Not only are all Scroop Patterns 20% off this week, the Mahina Cardigan is back, as deliciously versatile as ever! ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ It features a clever fitting system where you customise the sleeve and shoulder width to your own body.⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ Perfect warding off for the oncoming winter - or the last of the spring chill.⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ Pair it with the Miramar Top and the Eastbourne Trousers.⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ 🌕🌖🌗🌘🌑🌒🌗🌔🌕⁣⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ .⠀⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #mahinacardigan #sewingknits #cardiganpattern #slowfashion #patternsale #sewyourownslowfashion #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepattern #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewinclusive #sewcurvy #sewingpatterndesigner⁠⠀

Eastbourne Trousers in linen are for hot summer weather. Loose and breathy with enormous pockets = perfection! ⁣⁠ . ⁠ They go great with the Miramar Top too...⁠ .⁣⁠ Get the pattern by following the link in my bio and then clicking on this image again. ⁣⁠ .⁠ .⁣⁠ #eastbournetrousers⁣⁠ #scroopmiramar⁠ .⁣⁠ .⁣⁠ .⁣⁠ .⁣⁠ .⁣⁠ .⁣⁠ .⁣⁠ #scrooppatterns #sewingtrousers #memade #memadewardrobe #summersewing #slowfashion #sewyourownslowfashion #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterndesigner #indiesewing ⁠

Setting grommets in a #rillacorset #scrooppatterns #historicalcostuming #corsetmaking #1910scorset

A full week into October... Time to pull out my perfectly Halloween themed Otari Hoodie!⁠ 🎃👻🎃 .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #scrooppatterns #otarihoodie #scroopotari #sewingknits #sewingtips #sewingzippers #halloween #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #otarioctober #makersmovement #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #makersofinstagram #makerslife #creativecommunity #indipatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing

Day 17 and a very comfortable but chic repeat. #scrooppatterns #scroop #henriettamariadress #mmmay17 #mmm17 #memademay #isewmyownclothes

Hope your weekend plans are as big and awesome as Miss Stella's pompadour! ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ #fantailfriday⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #fantailskirt #sewingskirts #scroopfantail #memade #memadewardrobe #sewhistorical #historicalsewing #indiepatterns #historicalsewingpatterns #sewinclusive #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #edwardian #edwardianstyle #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #vintagesewing #vintagestyle #vintageinspired #sizeinclusivesewingpatterns

💛 Taking a little break from the Selina celebration to say happy first anniversary to the Robin Dress! 💛⁠ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ One year after it's launch, it already holds the pattern record for 'most fan mail' - I've gotten so many emails and messages from people who just wanted to tell me how much they love their dress. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ And no wonder it's so popular: it has flattering viennese princess seams (with pattern pieces for three different cup sizes, so you don't have to do any bust adjustments!), fabulously large pockets, and a deliciously swishy skirt.⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ It comes bust sizes 30"-56" - and the different cup sizes take it up to a 59" bust! ⁠⠀ ⁠.⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #scrooprobin #newpattern #newrelease #dresspattern #sewinclusive #sewcurvy #slowfashion #handmadewardrobe #sewing #dressmaking #sew #indiepattern #indiesewing #sewyourown #learntosew #pdfpattern #princessseams #sewityourself #sewyourstyle #plussizesewing #sew

Almost finished... just hemming left. 😍 👗 #scrooppatterns #henriettamariadress

@ninavirgo rocking the #eastbournetrousers and #selinablouse as chic historically inspired office wear #historybounding #edwardianstyle #edwardianeveryday #1910sstyle #scrooppatterns

#fallforcostume Days 29 and 30 Red and Antique I borrowed this glorious red antique umbrella for our afternoon tea photo shoot on our weekend away. I think it’s one of my favourite photos ever ❤️ #1910sfashion #scrooppatterns #selinablouse #kilbirnieskirt #curvycostumer #historicalcostuming

I’m having a whale of a time with these #wonderunders 🐳🐋🐳 .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ .⁣⠀ #scrooppatterns #sewingunders #sewingknits #scroopwonderunders #sewingtops #memadewardrobe #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #makersofinstagram #makerslife #indiepatterns #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram

Pretty lace edge finishes on a #mahinacardigan. The pattern includes this finish, and three other ways to finish your cardigan. ⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ 🌕🌖🌗🌘🌑🌒🌗🌔🌕⁣⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ #scrooppatterns #mahinacardigan #sewingknits #cardiganpattern #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #newpattern #soexciting #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepattern #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewinclusive #sewcurvy #sewingpatterndesigner #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing ⠀⁠

Nothing like @sew.stoked utterly fabulous floral Henrietta Maria dress to brighten up the start of the work-week. 🌸⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #sewingtops #scroophenriettamaria #henriettamaria #memade #memadewardrobe #sewbright #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #sewindie #sewinclusive #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram

Finished my latest sewing projects and had some fun in the garden. Blouse is #trulyvictorianpatterns #tve47 and the fantail skirt pattern is by #scrooppatterns

Hooray, hooray, the last construction post in the #otarihoodie #sewalong is here! Shown here is the very last step - threading your hood cord. Such an exciting moment! ⠀ .⠀ Click on the link in my bio, and then on this image to be taken to the blog post. ⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #scrooppatterns #otarioctober #scroopotari #sewingknits #sewingtips #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #makersofinstagram #makerslife #creativecommunity #indipatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram

Breaking out the autumn wardrobe here in NZ: which means Henrietta Maria dresses and leggings. Super comfy and I still look elegant while videoconferencing! 😜⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ If you're heading into summer the Henrietta Maria is also deliciously loose and floaty for hot weather too. ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #sewingtops #scroophenriettamaria #henriettamaria #memade #memadewardrobe #slowfashion #sewslow #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #sewindie #sewinclusive #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram #designer

Scroop patterns has new patterns out! Not only an edwardian sewing pattern, but also this modern version of it: Tara skirt. I made Tara out of a woolmix fabric and I adooooooore the fun and quirky pockets! 👢#arteshoes #scrooppatterns #scrooptara #historybounding #newpattern #sewing #sewover50 #sewyourown #sewmysize #fall#fallfashion #curvy #curvyconfidence #pdfpattern #bernina740 #naaienvoordames #nähen #coudre

Here she is! The @scrooppatterns Summit dress! This was a joy to test, and even though I hesitated on my fabric choice I’m so glad I went with the black for delightfully witchy vibes. Catch me wearing this all spooky season. #summitdress #scrooppatterns #sewing #diy #witchy #memade #sewingpattern #patterntester #historicallyinspired #vintagevibes #ootd

Finishing details on a Henrietta Maria 💗⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #sewingtops #scroophenriettamaria #henriettamaria #memade #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #sewindie #sewinclusive #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #indiepattern #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram #designer #sew #indiepatterns #pdfpattern

@soyunamujerfeliz and I worked so hard to get this photo of the #otarihoodie right. She either toppled over, or her hood fell oddly, or the sun went behind the clouds on so many of our attempts. 🤣 But we prevailed in the end! ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ This is View B of the Hoodie pattern, which features a whimsical pointed hood, and fun art-deco inspired pockets. ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #sewingknits #memadewardrobe #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterndesigner #indiepatterns #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing

Last chance to get 15% off the #summitdress pattern! Two fabulous sleeve options, gloriously big pockets, the perfect balance of fit and structure. What’s not to love! #scrooppatterns #herjolfsnespatterns #herjolfsnesgarments #historybounding #medievalinspired #lanternsleeves #scroopsummitdress #sizeinclusivesewingpatterns #historicallyinspiredsewingpatterns #patterntesting #bestpatterntestersever #digitalpatterns #handmadefashion #instasew #sewcialist #sewinglove #sustainablefashion #fashionmadebyyou #indiesewing #sew #sewingproject #memade #memadeeveryday #diyfashion #sewsewsew #sewersgonnasew #sewersofinstagram #sewmuchfun #slowfashion

Snuggling up with some #otarihoodie friends. ⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #sewingknits #sewingtips #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #memade #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterndesigner #indiepatterns #indiepattern #hoodie #hoodiepattern #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewinclusive #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram

I think of the patterns I design for Scroop as interlinking pieces, which help to build a capsule wardrobe - which is why the Mahina Cardigan goes so perfectly with the Miramar Top. 😀💗⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ In fact, I'm wearing the pairing myself today! And here are Priscilla & Rose in theirs.⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ ⠀⁠ ⠀⁠ #scrooppatterns #mahinacardigan #sewingknits #miramartop #scroopmiramar #sewingtops #memadewardrobe #indiepatterns #indiepatterndesigner #sizeinclusivesewingpattern #sewyourownslowfashion ⁠

Photos taken by @_vegasboodoll90 with her camera at @venetianvegas for my birthday. This is an 18th century #italiangown by @scrooppatterns and @virgilsfinegoods, the #angelicagown. I made this as part of the #angelicathon hosted by: @fantasticalfolliescostuming. Skirt, kerchief , cap, pocket, and apron are all my own. I basically just cut shapes out of fabric for these and then sewed them together. Chemise patterned after a free online pattern. Stays are from the "Corsets & Crinolines" book. #francesrump by #scrooppatterns Shoes: @americanduchess #kensingtons Cosmetics: @lbcchistorical Stockings were found on Etsy, inspired by the clocked stockings style of the period. Hat made using a placemat, a wine glass, and steam. #americanduchess #lbcchistorical #lbcchistoricalbeauty #lbcchistoricalapothecary #italiangown #18thcentury #18thcenturyfashion #18thcenturycostume #18thcenturyitaliangown #historicalcostuming #historicalsewing #histoticalfashion #kensingtonshoes #americanduchesskensingtons #americanduchesskensington #adkensingtons #lasvegas #lasvegasstrip #venetian #venetianlasvegas #venetianlv #venetianlasvegas😍❤️

Summer ready, under-cardigan ready, and three bust sizes already built in. It's no mystery why this pattern is so popular! ⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #scrooppatterns #ngaioblouse #scroopngaio #ngaiomarsh #fullbustfriendly #summersewing #sewingtops #sewingblouse #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #memadewardrobe #indipatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram #girlboss #designer

Spooky season may be over, but there’s never a bad time of year to wander around in a historic cemetery and admire the lichen! In the midst of all the recent real life chaos, it was a joy to be able to take an hour last week to walk through these quiet grounds with @faesandphotos. I adore the photos that Christa took of possibly the most quintessentially-me set of parameters: black and red historically inspired outfit made from recycled materials (the fashion fabric for my #amaliajacket by @scrooppatterns is harvested from an old theater costume and lined with a thrifted sheet, my petticoat is made from three retired choir dresses, and my hat is a thrifted straw hat that I trimmed with feathers purchased from a local small business), in a cemetery (I try to visit historic cemeteries whenever I travel). As part of imagining people complexly, I like to look at the dates on headstones and think about the entire lives these people lived, through all kinds of historical events. And then of course there are the memorials for children who died young a century ago…while I don’t know the circumstances surrounding their early deaths, it does make me supremely grateful to live in a time when we have modern medicine, vaccines, pasteurized milk, and empirical data regarding best healthcare practices. #tapophile #historiccemeteries #18thcenturycostume #historicallyinspired #historicallyadequate #historicalcostumer #asianhistoricalcostumer #scrooppatterns

Time for a little modern break after lots of historical stuff! Here’s a look at the delightfully capacious #scrooptara pockets, and the clever waist seam which is set just a little back from the side seam to avoid bulk and keep your front silhouette nice and smooth. #scrooppatterns #yesithaspockets

I liked the Robin dress pattern so much I modified it into a back closure shirt. I have had this linen in my stash for so long, but I've been afraid to cut it because its such nice fabric and I didn't want to "waste" it on an unworthy project but I'm so glad I got over myself. Linen is soooooo nice to work with. I may never go back. Also this makes for a great shirt pattern. Bonus black kitty desperate to be picked up so she can shed on my brand new, freshly ironed white shirt #scrooppatterns #scrooprobin #sewsialist #sewingwithcats #curvysewing #plussizesewing

I made a twinset - well #iamalibrarian 📚 This is a considerably hacked @scrooppatterns Otari hoodie along with @jenniferlaurenhandmade Gable top and @scrooppatterns Eastbourne trousers. Top and hoodie made in merino from @wearethefabricstore Linen for the culottes in the most amazing colour from @fab.fabricsbotany Full details #ontheblog #linkinprofile #sewnz #nzsews #napiersews #scrooppatterns #eastbournetrousers #otarihoodie #jenniferlaurenhandmade #jlhgabletop #handmade #sewover50 #sewing #imakemyownclothes #patternhacking

It’s wet and rainy here in Wellington today. Perfect weather for a #scrooptearo dress and leggings and a day sewing pattern samples… #scrooppatterns #sewingknits #knitsewingpatterns #indiesewingpattern #sewyourownstyle #slowfashion #sewyourownwardrobe

Earlier this week, standing in a sewing room that looks like a bomb has gone off, I finished the boning channels for my @scrooppatterns 1910s Rilla corset. My total lack of hips and bum was on full display, though aided by my Scott three-piece hip pads. Next step : on to the binding! #sewingadventures #historicalcostuming #1910sfashion #TitanicEra #costuming #corsetry #scrooppatterns #RillaCorset

Throwback to the incredibly beautiful View A Aidah Gown Mem @starandscissor made as a pattern tester. Her use of this floral striped fabric is just SPECTACULAR! The V the stripes form at the front! The interplay between the bias front stripes, the horizontal sleeve stripes and the vertical back stripes! The way the flowers spiral out at the centre of the back! The way the stripes work with the skirt pleating! It’s all perfection ❤️❤️❤️ Many thanks for your help testing Mem! Gorgeous photos by @aladyofquality #scrooppatterns #aidahgown #virgilsfinegoods #historicalsewingpatterns #18thcenturycostuming #bestpatterntestersever #italiangown #italiangownpattern #historicalsewing #historicalsewingpatterns #18thcenturysewingpatterns #18thcenturycostuming

I pattern hacked the #scrooprobin dress into a shirt! Linen, took about 2 hours to make this afternoon, so a quick easy project! #scrooppatterns #sewing #patternhack #sewinghacks #linen #naturalfibers #memade

Ettie petticoat finished in the nick of time for my daughters birthday #scrooppatterns #ettiepetticoat #vintagestyle #historicalcostume #historicalsewing #theplaceforlace #legrandcafe #textilestation

Front 1915-1918 outfit. The pattern off the skirt is from @scrooppatterns . The blouse is an altered version from the Elsie blouse off @wearinghistory #scrooppatterns #1910sfashion #1910s #wo1 #newblouse #sewing #1916 #historicalfashion #historicalcostume #historicalcostuming #historicalsewing #historical #costuming #cosplay #cottagecore #costume #dressmaking #historicaldressmaking #20thcentury #20thcenturyfashion #kilbirnieskirt #wearinghistory #wearinghistorypatterns #elsieblouse

Throwback to the gorgeous Robin Dress @brushstrokesandstitches made as a tester. ⁠ .⁠ Her fabulous cherry patterned #ScroopRobin is both retro 1940 and retro 1990s and super cute whichever era it's doing! 🍒♥️🍒⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #yesithaspockets #cupsizes #sewingpatternswithcupsizes #dresspattern #slowfashion #handmadewardrobe #sewing #dressmaking #sew #indiepattern #indiesewing #sewyourown #learntosew #pdfpattern #patternsale #sewingsale #princessseams #sewityourself #sewyourstyle #sew #princessseams

Today’s tester showcase is Ivy @the_sewlo_artist and her utterly gorgeous pink Persis Corset Ivy made a View A in size 30 with the Large Bust cups and Average Hip flare. I love how striking her corset is (especially against that fabulous wallpaper!). Her corset is coutil flat lined over silk, and she did an incredible job of working with the two layers of fabric. Ivy’s fit is a great demonstration of the work that I put into making sure that the cup sizing works well across sizes. She says “I was concerned while making up the corset that the cup sizes wouldn't scale well for such a small band since a 28E is actually not that large in terms of simple volume. But I am very pleased that the corset fits perfectly! The cup size fits extremely well the the volume is exactly right.” “Incredibly impressed with the variability of the pattern and the flexibility in sizing. I'd love more patterns designed this way in future. Overall this was one of the easiest to construct corsets I've ever made, and I'm incredibly satisfied with the results in terms of fit and ease of construction.” #persiscorset #scrooppatterns #newsewingpattern #bestpatterntestersever #patterntesting #patternlaunchsale #corsetpattern #edwardiansewingpattern #edwardiancorset #edwardianfashion #edwardianstyle #historicalcorsetpattern #historicalcorset #1900scorset #1900scorsetpattern

Spent the day wearing an Otari Hoodie, participating in the first public tree planting of the winter tree planting season. 🌱🌲🌳 It's so fulfilling to know that one day what we planted will be a forest! 🌱🌲🌳⁠ .⁠ The Otari may not be the most glamorous Scroop Pattern, but it's the one I wear most in my daily life. Making it myself means at least I can have fun fabrics and cool pockets and the perfect fit, which is pretty awesome, if not technically glamorous! 😉⁠ .⁠ The Otari Hoodie Pattern, like all the other Scroop Patterns, is on sale for just a few hours more!⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #scrooppatterns #otarihoodie #sewingknits #slowfashion #sewyourownslowfashion #costumersforclimateaction #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #indiesewing

Happy fifth birthday to the Miramar Top, Dress, and Tunic pattern! 🎉⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ✨Five years! I can hardly believe it's been that long! Five years definitely deserves a celebration, so the Miramar pattern is 25% off for the next 24 hours. ✨⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ This classic knit pattern is a little dressier than a T-shirt, but just as comfortable, and even easier to make. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ The most common message I get about the pattern is on the theme of "people always compliment me and ask where I got it when I wear my Miramar!' ❤️⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ 💙 Link to buy it in my bio 💙 ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #scroopmiramar #sewingknits #miramartop #sewingtops #memadewardrobe #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #patternsale #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #indiepatterns #sewindie #sewinclusive #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing

A weekend throwback to the Fantail Skirt & Ngaio Blouse photoshoot. It's not a perfect photo, but it was a perfect moment!⁠ ⁠ ⁠ One of my favourite things about pattern photoshoots is that they have always been fun, the models always say they have a wonderful time, and many of them have become friends because of the shoots! ❤️⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #fantailskirt #ngaioblouse #scroopfantail

Late Edwardian curves: Mission Accomplished #RillaCorset⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #scrooprilla #corsetmaking #historicalfoundations #historicalcorsets #foundationgarments #corset #corsetiere #1910scorset #1910sfashion #fashionhistory #historicalfashion #edwardian #historicalpatterns #corsetpatterns #edwardianstyle #sewingpatterns #indiepatterns #indiepatterndesigner #makersgonnamake #historicalpatterndesigner #wwicorset #wwiera #edwardianera #edwardiansilhouette #wwifashion #1910sfoundations #sewingcorsets #sewing

A #miramartop in beautiful organic stretch cotton jersey from @missmaudenz⁠ ⁠ ⁠ This pattern is literally 70% of my shirt wardrobe. 💛 It's so comfortable and versatile - and super easy and fast to make!⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #scroopmiramar #sewingknits #indiesewingpatterns ⁠

The Kilbirnie Skirt and Selina Blouse on me!⁠ ⁠ (can we just take a moment to appreciate how perfectly the buttons work together?)⁠ ⁠ I was so excited about these two patterns I couldn't resist making an outfit for myself. And I have zero regrets! It's so comfortable to wear, and I feel so pretty and elegant, but it's also extremely practical. I could dress like this every day…⁠ ⁠ Worn with @AmericanDuchess Moliere shoes, which I hope come back some day because I didn't get them in black when they came out, and my wardrobe could use a black pair! ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #kilbirnieskirt #selinablouse #historicalcostuming #historicalsewing #historybounding #historyeveryday #slowfashion #sewyourownslowfashion #sewyourown #historicalsewingpatterns #1910scostuming #1910sfashion #belleepoquecostuming⁠

For #wonderdunderswednesday here is a cute whale patterned matching set in honour of Matariki the Wellington Whale - a rare Southern Right Whale who decided to make Wellington Harbour her home for the last week. ⠀ .⠀ She appears to have moved on, but for a few days we got to watch her splashing about and having a wonderful time. ⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ #matarikithewhale #matarikithewellingtonwhale ⠀ #scrooppatterns #wonderunders #scroopwonderunders #sewingknits #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #makersmovement #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #makersofinstagram #makerslife #creativecommunity #indipatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram #girlboss

Time for a View A test version of the #summitdress and isn’t it fabulous! Carmen’s amazing use of colour and the way she plays with fun silhouettes instantly captivated me when I discovered her @idlehabitat instagram page. She did not disappoint in her interpretation of the Summit. I love the vivid emerald green linen + cotton blend she used. It has the perfect balance of structure and drapery for this dress, and gives the folds an almost sculptural quality. Carmen wove her belt herself on her inkle loom (goals!) and added embroidered details to her dress - head over to her instagram to see the it. (and the rest of her gorgeous wall ). She gave really helpful feedback on the dress too. You can thank her for the suggestion to add bicep measures to the final measurements chart for the View A sleeves! ✨ 💚 Don’t forget, you have just two days left to get 15% off the Summit Dress! 💚 #scrooppatterns #herjolfsnespatterns #herjolfsnesgarments #historybounding #medievalinspired #lanternsleeves #scroopsummitdress #sizeinclusivesewingpatterns #historicallyinspiredsewingpatterns #patterntesting #bestpatterntestersever

@sew.stoked looking fabulously sassy in a #fantailskirt and #henriettamaria blouse. And amazing shoes, because she's got a shoe collection that rivals mine! ⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ .⠀⁠ #scrooppatterns #sewingtops #scroophenriettamaria #indiepatterns #indiepatterncompany #scroopfantail #memade #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #sewindie #sewinclusive #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #sewingpatterns #plussizesewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewcurvy #indiesewing

Just *one* more corset can’t hurt… #persiscorset #scrooppatterns #historiccostuming #vintagestylenotvintagevalues #fatfashion #costuming #historicalcostume #costumer #historicalsewing #periodcostume #perioddress #costumedesign #costume

I sometimes feel I forget to share the Otari Hoodie on IG because its name doesn't conveniently align to a day of the week like #fantailfriday & #miramarmonday and #wonderunderswednesday ⠀😬 .⠀ That's a pity because it's an awesome pattern and deserves to be shared! Here is @nellesaur looking fabulous as a model in hers. ⠀💗 .⠀ I guess my next couple of patterns need to start with T & S 😂⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ .⠀ ⠀ ⠀ #scrooppatterns #otarihoodie #scroopotari #sewingknits #makersgonnamake #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #makersofinstagram #makerslife #creativecommunity #indipatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #sewcialistsofinstagram #girlboss #designer

We 💛 pockets! Most of the modern wardrobe Scroop Patterns feature pockets (big ones too!), and those that don't, like the Fantail Skirt, have tutorial hacks to add them.⁠ ⁠ The pockets on the Te Aro Dress & Top feature clever construction and a subtle nod to historicism: their shape is based on 18th century bag pockets!⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ #scrooppatterns #yesithaspockets #scrooptearo #sewingwithknits #knitpattern

It’s far from perfect but it is FINISHED. Theres a lot of little things “wrong” with this corset but it’s functional! (Or serviceable as they’d say back in the day. lol) It’s a miracle this got finished at all with everything going on in my life/the world currently so yes the waist stays are slightly off in the front but sometimes finished is better than perfect. #persiscorset #scrooppatterns #edwardiancorset #historicalcostuming #historicalsewing #sewing

Dreaming of warm summer weather and an excuse to wear a Robin Dress without layering tights and a turtleneck under it (though they are pretty cute that way too!).⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ 🌻🍁❄️🌷⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ With three cup sizes already included in the pattern, the Robin Dress makes perfectly fitted princess seams easy.⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #scrooprobin #princessseams #slowfashion #sewyourownslowfashion #fluttersleeves #sizeinclusivesewingpatterns #sewbusty

@allhandsatelier made this gorgeous #scrooptearo in lovely snuggly knit with brilliant orange contrast bindings. I love the neutral with that bright pop: it's fun and classic. She combined the View B top with the long sleeves of View A.⁠⠀ .⁠⠀ Plus, check out her clever hack: she experimented and added the pockets from the dress version to the top. So fabulous!⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ #scrooppatterns #sewingknits #sewyourown #slowfashion #sewingpatterns #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingfun #sewinglove #indiepatterndesigner #sewists #patterndesigner #patterndesign #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewcialists #isew #ilovesewing #sewinglife #sewingblogger #indiesewing #indiepatterns #memade #sewing

It's not feeling very summery in Wellington today, so here's a summer throwback featuring the gorgeous @sew.stoked modelling the #henriettamaria dress in a very sunny rose patterned georgette. #scrooppatterns #sewyourownwardrobe #indiesewingpatterns #scroophenriettamaria

New video of me making some 1910s underthings featuring vintage lace and ribbons 🎀. I had the itch to stitch as soon as I saw the new #EttiePetticoat by @scrooppatterns. Mine is view B, early 1910s-style. I’m hoping to get around to making an 1914 dress to go with it soon. My corset is also by Scroop. Combinations are a #WearingHistory pattern. You know the drill, YouTube link in bio. #edwardiansewing #edwardiansewingpattern #1910sfashion #petticoat #edwardianfashion #scrooppatterns #costube #historicaldressmaking #historicalcostuming

I’ve got a long layover so I’m spending it turning the #angelicagown pattern into a Layers accessible pattern. 😁 I hope to have it up and available in the Layers format by next week. And don’t worry, if you already bought it (or are planning to buy it during the sale!) you’ll be able to download the updated version. Eventually I hope to have every pattern be Layers friendly, but it adds a bit more time (and thus cost) to pattern development, and I’ve prioritised stuff like extra sizes when I couldn’t afford to do both. But the more successful Scroop Patterns becomes the more I can afford to do! #scrooppatterns #patterndevelopment #historicalsewingpatterns

I made a new skirt! This is the Kilbirnie Skirt from Scroop patterns, and since it's a historically accurate late 1910's pattern I decided to style it both in a 1918 style and a modern style. I even wore historical underpinnings for the 1918 version (which was a mistake because I didn't make it to my corsetted measurements), and looked up hairstyles. Now, most of the pictures I've seen from 1918 they did stick with plain white masks, but I refuse to believe there wasn't some ingenious seamstress who made some matching masks when making a new dress or skirt or blouse. Je refuse The blouse from the 1918 version is the Armistice Blouse from Folkwear Patterns, and the blouse from the modern version is the Robin dress also from Scroop Patterns, and yes I do wish I'd checked the buttons in a mirror before I took photos because otherwise that's a great photo Oh, nearly forgot to add, the fabric is a lightweight linen/cotton plain weave from Amothreads #kilbirnieskirt #scrooppatterns #folkwearpatterns #armisticeblouse #historicalsewing #curvysewing #plussizesewing #ddfacemask

Introducing the Summit Dress! This dress combines medieval style and modern practicality in one fabulous pattern. Plus, get 15% off the pattern for the next week! The discount is valid both for the digital download at scrooppatterns.com, and the paper pre-order at virgilsfinegoods.com @virgilsfinegoods The Summit Dress features an effortless loose shape and elegant geometric patterning inspired by the Medieval garments excavated at Herjolfsnes in Greenland. The timeless base pattern has been given a modern update with roomy pockets, fully machine sewn construction, two hem lengths, a low or high scooped neckline, and straight or lantern sleeves. It’s available in bust sizes 30’’-56’’ / 76.5-142cm. Order yours now! #scrooppatterns #summitdress #scroopsummitdress #historybounding #medievalhistorybounding #historicallyinspiredsewingpatterns #medievalsewingpatterns #sizeinclusivesewingpatterns

Today on the #curvysewingcollective, @tanyamaile reviews the #scrooppatterns #henriettamariatop made in a gorgeous, summery seersucker! ❤️ #henriettamaria #sewcialists #patternreview #sewing #curvysewing #curvystyle #plussizesewing #plussizestyle #handmade #handmadewardobe #makersgonnamake #sewingblog #sewingproject

Have yourself a merry little late Edwardian wardrobe with the #kilbirnieskirt #selinablouse and #ettiepetti patterns 💛💙 Each features detailed instructions and additional historical information. #scrooppatterns #historicalsewing #historicalcostuming #1910scostuming #historicalsewingpatterns

Two different takes of the Te Aro pattern. ⁠ .⁠ Elisabeth is casual in View A in black and white stripes, with fuchsia bindings. ⁠ .⁠ Danielle is more dressed up in View C in purple double knit with statement sleeves in a fabulous viscose chiffon with a William Morris print of rabbits and doves. ⁠ .⁠ I usually make my model samples for the models: they get input into the view they want most, and help me choose fabrics. And then they keep the garments. Both Eli and Dani have told me how much they love their Te Aros, and how they get compliments whenever they wear them. The absolute best feeling as a maker! 💖⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ .⁠ #scrooppatterns #scrooptearo #sewingknits #indiepatternmaker #memadewardrobe #sewyourownclothes #sewyourownwardrobe #sewingwithknits #sewing #indiepatterndesigner #sewingpatterns #sewingpatterndesigner #sewyourown #indiesewing #indiepatterns

I once again took no pictures at the #sewistspicnicyvr but I did manage to remember to get a photo of my outfit, which is entirely made out of fabric from the #metrovansewingswap at previous editions of the picnic! Both pieces have already appeared separately during #memademay but not as an outfit I don’t think…top is the #swgperennialblouse, skirt is the #scrooptara #vancouversews #vancouvergarmentsewists

Who wants to see another beautiful plaid Tara Pinafore? I’m not a big youtube watcher, but I love @misscasca Crafting with Casca’s channel because 1) she makes fabulous things (umm, hello, Sandworm draught excluder!?!) 🐛 2) her channel is really low key and approachable and 3) she sounds a bit like one of my favourite people in the whole world, so just listening to her makes me happy! 💛 I would say her Tara pinafore is just like her channel – fabulous and approachable, with some unexpected hidden fun secrets, like her Lord of the Rings pockets, and some beautiful finishing, like the pattern matching from her pinafore front to her straps. Casca actually made two versions and says “I really like it, the pinafore is super cute and both of the ones I’ve made/am making will become regular parts of my wardrobe.” Just what I hope for as a pattern maker! ♥️ Her Tara is Size 38, and the fabric is a wool blend. Final hours to treat yourself to the Seatoun & Tara patterns 15%! 🍁 🍃 Get the digital pattern at ScroopPatterns.com, or pre-order the paper pattern at VirgilsFineGoods.com 🍁🍃 #scrooptara #historybounding #edwardianhistorybounding #pinaforesewingpattern #pinaforepattern #vintageinspiredsewing #jumperdress #sewingwithcorduroy #scrooppatterns #newsewingpattern #patternlaunch #bestpatterntestersever #yesithaspockets #bigpocketftw #sewingpatternswithpockets #skirtpatternswithpockets #autumnsewing #skirtpatternswithelasticwaists #slowfashion #sewyourownslowfashion

It’s blustery and cold today, and I had one of those evenings where I just wanted to eat something warm and gooey and baked and curl up with a comfort book - looking at these photos of Nelleke of @wearwhatyousew in her Tara basically has the same effect.💛 I’m right aren’t I? This outfit is pretty much the definition of cozy sophistication. It’s the clothes equivalent of very nice loose-leaf tea in an elegant teapot. 🫖 With your favourite biscuits on the side! 🍪 The pointed pockets of View A work perfectly with the small check of the wool blend she used, and I love how they echo the sunrays on her jumper. The fabric is also excellent for showing off the slight extra fullness the elastic back waist gives the skirt. Nelleke’s overall feedback was “It's a verrrrry nice addition to the Scroop patterns library!” 🥰 She made View A in Size 46 and made no alterations at all to the pattern. Thank you for your helpful feedback and the delightful inspiration for my own wardrobe! #scrooptara #historybounding #edwardianhistorybounding #pinaforesewingpattern #pinaforepattern #vintageinspiredsewing #jumperdress #sewingwithcorduroy #scrooppatterns #newsewingpattern #patternlaunch #bestpatterntestersever #yesithaspockets #bigpocketftw #sewingpatternswithpockets #skirtpatternswithpockets #autumnsewing #skirtpatternswithelasticwaists #slowfashion #sewyourownlowfashion

Juniförmiddag: frukosten på altanen glider omärkligt över i förmiddagskaffe med knappsömnad och det svåra söndagskorsordet. Glory of Edzel blommar. #rosoriminträdgård #rosor #roses2025 #scrooptara #handmadewardrobe

When I created the Tara pattern I thought how fantastic it would look in plaid - particularly the pinafore version. Sam of @woolandthyme is here to prove that is absolutely the case! 💛💛💛 I love her styling with dark tights and boots and a black turtleneck + a camera and fabulous hat. Classic autumn chic with a touch of whimsy 🍁🍂 Did I mention a touch of whimsy? Check out her pockets! Bat pockets! 🦇 🦇🦇 Yesssssss. Her fabric is a vintage wool suiting. Sam made View A with the View B pockets and skirt length in Size 50. She’s 5’1”. Her thoughts on the pattern: “I really enjoyed this! I have been looking for a pinafore pattern to use with this fabric and the cool pockets really sold me on this one!” Based on Sam’s & the other testers helpful feedback the final Tara pattern has a shorter and narrower pinafore front than is shown in these photos. Thank you Sam for your excellent, extremely helpful feedback! Both the Seatoun & Tara are 15% off for three more days only! 🍁 Treat yourself to the digital pattern at ScroopPatterns.com, or pre-order the paper pattern at VirgilsFineGoods.com 🍁 #scrooptara #historybounding #edwardianhistorybounding #pinaforesewingpattern #pinaforepattern #vintageinspiredsewing #jumperdress #sewingwithcorduroy #scrooppatterns #newsewingpattern #patternlaunch #bestpatterntestersever #yesithaspockets #bigpocketftw #sewingpatternswithpockets #skirtpatternswithpockets #autumnsewing #skirtpatternswithelasticwaists #slowfashion #sizeinclusivesewing #sewyourownlowfashion

@scrooppatterns new skirt and pinafore pattern is out! And here is the result of my time pattern testing (the final may differ slightly) 😊 I think it's super cute and it'll definitely become a regular in my wardrobe. I do have a video of me making it which I'll be releasing in November after my spooky season stuff. Thanks again @scrooppatterns for accepting me on the pattern test. #scrooppatterns #scrooptara #patterntest #sewing #sewingproject #sewistsofinstagram

I’m looking forward to spending all summer in Tara Skirt and Pinafore (I wore one yesterday!), but they are also perfect with tights and turtlenecks when it gets cold. 🩵 Get 20% off the Tara and all other patterns at scrooppatterns.com for three more days🩵 #scrooppatterns #scrooptara

I am so in love with @itsmadelinedesigns leaf green corduroy Seatoun Skirt, and the Selina Blouse she's paired it with! 🍃 💚 It's the perfect blend of texture, pattern, and simplicity. Oh, and there's a secret to the fine wale cotton corduroy she used for the skirt.  It's a recycled curtain!  Fabulous fabric re-use ftw! Her thoughts on the pattern?  "As usual, an excellently researched and executed pattern. It’s elegant and easy to style, and I’m looking forward to making another version down the road with different pockets. I also want to mix and match pockets between this pattern and the Kilbirnie skirt pattern! " Yessss!  I'm so excited about people mixing and matching between patterns! She made View B in Size 32 and is 5'5".  She raised the pockets 3/8''/1cm to fit her arm length. BTW, @itsmadelinedesigns makes stuff for clients, so if you’re on the East Coast of the US and need someone to make you a 1910s wardrobe…. Final days to treat yourself to the Seatoun & Tara patterns 15%! 🍁 🍃 Get the digital pattern at ScroopPatterns.com, or pre-order the paper pattern at VirgilsFineGoods.com 🍁🍃 #scrooptara #historybounding #edwardianhistorybounding #pinaforesewingpattern #pinaforepattern #vintageinspiredsewing #jumperdress #sewingwithcorduroy #scrooppatterns #newsewingpattern #patternlaunch #bestpatterntestersever #yesithaspockets #bigpocketftw #sewingpatternswithpockets #skirtpatternswithpockets #autumnsewing #skirtpatternswithelasticwaists #slowfashion #sewyourownlowfashion

I absolutely love the Tara that Julia of @mariecurious made! Orange is such an under-rated colour. Her orange linen is both autumn and summer appropriate, and utterly perfect for the Hallowe’en season. If Halloween-bounding is a thing, it’s (in the best possible way!) a Jack-o-Lantern skirt. An extremely chic Jack-o-Lantern skirt! 🎃 And now I’m going to go make myself a Bat Tara… 🦇 Julia provided super helpful feedback on clarifying both the pocket and the clever-but-tricky elastic back waistband installation. Her overall thoughts on the pattern: “Fantastic! It's a quick and easy make with enough unique details to keep it interesting, and I can see it becoming a wardrobe staple.” Julia made View B in size 48. She is 5'5" BTW, I have followed Julia’s IG for years and only when I wrote this post did I realise what her handle means 🤦‍♀️ So clever! (not me, obviously) Both the Seatoun & Tara are 15% off this week! 🎃 Treat yourself to the digital pattern at ScroopPatterns.com, or pre-order the paper pattern at VirgilsFineGoods.com 🎃 #scrooptara #historybounding #edwardianhistorybounding #pinaforesewingpattern #pinaforepattern #vintageinspiredsewing #jumperdress #sewingwithcorduroy #scrooppatterns #newsewingpattern #patternlaunch #bestpatterntestersever #yesithaspockets #bigpocketftw #sewingpatternswithpockets #skirtpatternswithpockets #skirtpatternswithelasticwaists #slowfashion #sewyourownstyle #sewyourownclothes #sewyourownslowfashion

#memademay day 2, with my Tara skirt from @scrooppatterns and a Lindy Bout t-shirt that I obviously didn’t make, plus a Baerd photobomb! #vancouversews #vancouvergarmentsewists #scrooptara

From one gorgeous corduroy skirt, to another! Steph of @stephanie_saurus was one of the first testers to share her finished make, and it came at the perfect time. I was at the point of the patternmaking process where I was just completely over it (it happens!). Her photos made me fall in love with the Tara and Seatoun all over again, and gave me the push I needed to keep going. Isn’t her printed needlecord just divine, especially with that top? Steph gave some very helpful feedback on how the Tara fits at the smaller end of the size range, helping me to achieve a perfect fit there. She says “the skirt is easily adjusted to accommodate for any fit issues and is both comfortable and stylish. It’s a simple shape but with added complexity for statement pockets.” She made a Tara Size 30, View B. Final days to treat yourself to the Seatoun & Tara patterns 15%! 🍁 🍃 Get the digital pattern at ScroopPatterns.com, or pre-order the paper pattern at VirgilsFineGoods.com 🍁🍃 #scrooptara #historybounding #edwardianhistorybounding #pinaforesewingpattern #pinaforepattern #vintageinspiredsewing #jumperdress #sewingwithcorduroy #scrooppatterns #newsewingpattern #patternlaunch #bestpatterntestersever #yesithaspockets #bigpocketftw #sewingpatternswithpockets #skirtpatternswithpockets #autumnsewing #skirtpatternswithelasticwaists #slowfashion #sewyourownlowfashion

Scroop patterns has new patterns out! Not only an edwardian sewing pattern, but also this modern version of it: Tara skirt. I made Tara out of a woolmix fabric and I adooooooore the fun and quirky pockets! 👢#arteshoes #scrooppatterns #scrooptara #historybounding #newpattern #sewing #sewover50 #sewyourown #sewmysize #fall#fallfashion #curvy #curvyconfidence #pdfpattern #bernina740 #naaienvoordames #nähen #coudre

Time for a little modern break after lots of historical stuff! Here’s a look at the delightfully capacious #scrooptara pockets, and the clever waist seam which is set just a little back from the side seam to avoid bulk and keep your front silhouette nice and smooth. #scrooppatterns #yesithaspockets

I’m so excited about all the gorgeous tester makes from the Seatoun and Tara patterns that I have to start showing them to you right away! I wish I’d made one of the Tara samples in corduroy, because some of the testers did, and they look SO GOOD! Case in point: Brianne’s @brianneopal utterly adorable Tara Pinafore made from cat patterned corduroy! It’s so delightful I would immediately break my ban on no-cat-patterned-fabric (lest I become the crazy cat lady who only ever gets given cat themed things) to make myself one exactly like it if I could get the fabric. She even did perfect little cat buttons! 💛 The lightweight fine wale cord is perfect for this pattern. It has enough structure to support the shape of the bodice and show off the lines of the skirt, without being too bulky for the waistband. Brianne made the Tara View A (pinafore) with View B length and pockets, in Size 34. She is 5’6”. I’m very grateful for Brianne’s very thoughtful feedback - she helped me make the waistband construction much clearer, and the pinafore bodice pattern piece is now the exact length she adjusted hers bodice to. Many thanks to Brianne! Both the Seatoun & Tara are 15% off this week! 🌸 Get the digital pattern at ScroopPatterns.com, or pre-order the paper pattern at VirgilsFineGoods.com 🌸 #scrooptara #historybounding #edwardianhistorybounding #pinaforesewingpattern #pinaforepattern #vintageinspiredsewing #jumperdress #sewingwithcorduroy #scrooppatterns #newsewingpattern #patternlaunch #bestpatterntestersever

Johanna of @bandykullan was one of the first testers to finish her Seatoun skirt. The classic black and white combination she picked is so chic - and works so well with her polka dotted Selina blouse. She also provided prompt and extremely clear feedback, much of which made it into the pattern, and the rest of which will reveal itself in tutorials here and on the blog. Johanna made her Seatoun in Size 42, View B. Her skirt is made from a cotton herringbone twill. Her whole outfit is by Scroop - she’s wearing it over a Rilla Corset and an Ettie Petticoat! I love her hat: a great refashion of a hat with the right Edwardian shape from a high-street shop. So clever. Her overall thoughts on the pattern are very simple! “Loved it” ♥️♥️♥️♥️ Both the Seatoun & Tara are 15% off this week! 🌹 Treat yourself to the digital pattern at ScroopPatterns.com, or pre-order the paper pattern at VirgilsFineGoods.com 🌹 #scrooppatterns #scrooptara #scroopseatoun #historybounding #edwardiansewingpattern #edwardianhistorybounding #historicalsewingpatterns #1910ssewingpatterns #selinablouse #rillacorset #ettiepetticoat #vintageinspiredsewing #bestpatterntestersever

Last chance to save! There’s just 36 hours left in the Seatoun Skirt & Tara Skirt & Pinafore launch sale! ⭐️ Get 15% off either downloadable PDF pattern at scrooppatterns.com ⭐️ OR ⭐️ Buy the downloadable PDF Seatoun + Tara combined pattern bundle (already a 20% discount) and get a further 15% off that! ⭐️ ⭐️ Want a paper pattern? Head over to virgilsfinegoods.com to pre-order the paper Seatoun & Tara patterns at 15% off either pattern. ⭐️ #scrooppatterns #scroopseatoun #scrooptara #historybounding #patternlaunch #patternsale #indiepatternsale #edwardianhistorybounding #pinaforesewingpattern #pinaforepattern #vintageinspiredsewing #jumperdress #sewingwithcorduroy #scrooppatterns #newsewingpattern #patternlaunch #bestpatterntestersever #yesithaspockets #bigpocketftw #sewingpatternswithpockets #skirtpatternswithpockets #autumnsewing #skirtpatternswithelasticwaists #slowfashion #sewyourownlowfashion

Spotlight on the Tara Skirt & Pinafore pattern! As I was developing the Seatoun pattern I realised how much I desperately wanted the amazing pockets on a modern skirt. I mean, who wouldn’t? Have you seen those pockets! Just getting the @lindsey__woolsey and @taylorrose.terekia to take their hands out of them in the shoot was a challenge! I was also going through the responses to the Scroop Pattern survey , and one of the top requests was historically-inspired skirts with elastic waistbands. Combine the two, and what do you get?  The Tara!   And of course I had to add a pinafore top, because everyone loves a pinafore! The pinafore top also has some historical inspiration: it’s based on an Edwardian apron I’ve examined! In testing options for the Tara it became obvious that the best fit required a completely different pattern to the Seatoun. Making a totally different pattern allowed the perfect fit, and it gave me the opportunity to add lots of fun extras to the Tara, like the option to cut it on the bias. The design link between the two is clear, but every single pattern piece, even the pockets, is different. The construction for the two patterns (including the pockets!) is also completely different, which is why the Seatoun and Tara are being sold as totally separate patterns, instead of having the historical + modern option of the Fantail Skirt. #scrooppatterns #scrooptara #scroopseatoun #historybounding #edwardiansewingpattern #edwardianhistorybounding #pinaforesewingpattern #pinaforepattern #vintageinspiredsewing

The Seatoun may be a historical pattern, but it can also be worn for modern wear - as beautifully demonstrated by Klara of @klara_posekana I’m immediately transported back to Czechia looking at her photos, and want to go strolling through the meadows and mushroom picking in the woods. Isn’t it the perfect outfit for looking elegantly outdoorsy? Klara made her Seatoun out of what was advertised as a firm midweight linen - and proved to be a floppy linen viscose when it arrived (oh my do I have feelings about fabrics sellers like that!). Because of that she used the pocket construction from the Tara pattern, as it worked better with her fabric - that’s the beauty of being able to mix and match between the patterns! Klara liked the boned interior waistband of the Seatoun so much she’s going to be using it on other garments: “I really like way the belt is made and I will make it on other skirts I already have in my ufo pile waiting for belt.” Klara made View A in Size 48’’. She’s 168cm tall. Thank you Klara for your amazing, amazing attention to detail as a tester! ♥️ Both the Seatoun & Tara are 15% off this week! 🍄 Get the digital pattern at ScroopPatterns.com, or pre-order the paper pattern at VirgilsFineGoods.com 🍄 #scrooppatterns #scrooptara #scroopseatoun #historybounding #edwardiansewingpattern #edwardianhistorybounding #vintageinspiredsewing #bestpatterntestersever

They are here! Meet the much anticipated Seatoun Skirt (1915-1918) and its modern sister: the Tara Skirt & Pinafore! 🌸 ✨ Both patterns are 15% off for the next week! Or buy the Seatoun + Tara bundle and save 20% PLUS the 15%! ✨ 🌸 🌸 The Seatoun is a classic mid-late teens A-line skirt with two fun pocket options, and all the thoughtful finishes and detailed historical research Scroop Patterns is known for. 🌸 The Tara Skirt & Pinafore takes the classic A-line shape and fun pockets of its historical inspiration and gives them an easy-to-wear 21st century update, with shorter lengths, a comfortable elasticised back waistband, modern sewing techniques and notions, and a pinafore option.  Both are available in waist sizes 24’’-50’’ / 61-127cm 🌸 Get the digital pattern at ScroopPatterns.com, or pre-order the paper pattern at VirgilsFineGoods.com 🌸 #scrooppatterns #scrooptara #scroopseatoun #historybounding #edwardiansewingpattern #edwardianhistorybounding #pinaforesewingpattern #pinaforepattern #vintageinspiredsewingpatterns

Coming soon… (Very, very soon!) #scrooppatterns #newpattern #scroopseatoun #scrooptara #indiepatterns #historicalsewingpatterns #historicallyinspired #historybounding

I’ve had a personal emergency come up, and I just don’t have the mental energy to take down and replace all the sale marketing for the Seatoun & Tara launch sale…so instead I’m just leaving the sale up. So, if you’re still on the fence, you have one more day-ish to get the discount on the patterns. #scrooppatterns #scroopseatoun #scrooptara

Unlike the Kilbirnie Skirt pattern, which is based on an extant garment, the Seatoun is based on period patterns, pattern drafting guides, and images from catalogues and fashion plates from the era. Here are some of the things that inspired it! The pattern includes 9 pages of additional historical information, with detailed descriptions of the pattern inspiration, the types of fabrics used on similar skirts in-period, the stitches used, and more, all accompanied by period images and detail photographs of extant garments that use the techniques described. Both the Seatoun & Tara are 15% off this week! 🦋 Get the digital pattern at ScroopPatterns.com, or pre-order the paper pattern at VirgilsFineGoods.com 🦋 #scrooppatterns #scrooptara #scroopseatoun #historybounding #edwardiansewingpattern #edwardianhistorybounding #vintageinspiredsewing #1910sfashion #1910sewingpatterns #1910sstyle

Fabric washed and ironed and it's time to start the pattern test for @scrooppatterns Tara Skirt and Pinafore. So happy to be part of this test group! There will be a video going out about it so you can see it properly once the final pattern has been released 😊 #scrooppatterns #scrooptara #pattertest

Who doesn’t love fabulous pockets and fun fabrics! Check out some of the period inspiration behind the delightfully quirky Seatoun Skirt & Tara Skirt & Pinafore pockets and fabric recommendations. #scrooppatterns #scroopseatoun #scrooptara #edwardiansewingpatterns #edwardiansewing

It’s out! I tested the new Tara skirt from @scrooppatterns and I absolutely love it! I made a straight size 48 with no modifications using some linen I got from the #metrovansewingswap a while ago. The pockets are a great size and such a fun detail…swipe through for a closeup of the buttons and my helper while I was sewing them on. #scrooptara #scrooppatterns #vancouversews #vancouvergarmentsewists

Today it’s a SewOver50 fashion parade from sewists with accounts under 1k followers. We do like to spread the ♥️ …and thwart the algorithm! Do pop over and see what these talented sewists are up to and we hope we’ve introduced you to new people to follow as well. Pic 1: Fiona @SewSisterSow loves her fun coat in silver faux leather & boiled wool. Rock Steady Coat @SewLaDiDaVintage. Pic 2: Gitti @StoffKlecks adapted Burda 7171 to create her beautiful Renaissance gown for tour guide duties. Pic 3: Deborah @QueenDeb_Sews chose #M8452 for her edgy bubble cargo skirt. Pic 4: A dream yellow Paquita parka for Cornelia @PuzzelChen_21 #LilleSolWomenn91 @LilleSolUndPelle Pic 5: Astrid’s @__Annimo__ ensemble includes #KibadooNelina @Kibadoo with animal print leggings October 2008. Pic 6: A RTW garment was Julia’s @JPCulshaw inspiration for her self drafted silk top. Pic 7: Nelleke @WearWhatYouSew is drawn to historical garments. Her #ScroopTara skirt @ScroopPatterns is available in Edwardian style too. Pic 8: Ann Helen @StoffSurr in an adapted #LbPullover with a lowered neckline & scalloped hem paired with #ArcherWorkPants. Pic 9: Heather @Mimosa_Sewing used a beautiful Indian cotton for #PiperBohoTunic @WardrobeByMePatterns. Thank you as always for tagging us 🌷🌷🌷 #SewOver50OCtober24 #SewOver50 Happy sewing. 😊🧵 SD ☀️ #SewOverAgeism #So50Visible #SewingCommunity #RepresentationMatters #MeMadeWardrobe #SewInclusive #StyleAtAnyAge #DontTellMeWhatToWear #SewingIsForEveryOne

Min bästa vinterkjol har hängslen, bröstlapp, resår i ryggen och fantastiska fickor. Tyget är en stuvbit manchester och mönstret är Tara från @scrooppatterns, som gör välkonstruerade mönster med inspiration från äldre tiders kläder. I det här fallet är det roliga 1910-talsfickor. ——————————— This corduroy Tara pinafore skirt from @scrooppatterns is the perfect winter skirt. The pockets are amazing! #ScroopTara #garmentsewing #sewover50 #SewOver50Jan #jagsyrminaegnakläder #memadeeveryday