I started sewing years ago but earnestly got into it because of safari wear - which is expensive and on average not a style I would wear regularly, so I did not think investing it in was sensible or ethical. So this year, when another safari was announcing itself, I made a pledge to document all my wildlife-friendly clothes (which are all with the exception of one top me-made). Anyone who followed my #memademay posts will know that I was, of course, kidding myself. What I ended up with were a handful of blurry mirror-selfies, of which these ones are maybe the least cringe worthy (plus one post-holiday pic, when I was letting that holiday feeling creep into my work wear for as long as I could). 1 - top #gingersweater by @yamagara in gorgeous wool from @catandsparrowuk | trousers #closetcoremitchell in twill from @merchantandmills 2 & 3 - shirt #msclassicshirt in linen from #merchantandmills | trousers #v1829 in deadstock wool, also from #merchantandmills | top - the only RTW item I have in any noteworthy rotation 4 - top #cousettesinguliere in fabric from @itokri | skirt #peppermintpocketskirt in fabric from ?I think? merchantandmills | blazer #closetcorejasika in deadstock linen-blend from #merchantandmills #memadeeveryday #imakemyownclothes #sewing #ichmachemeinekleidungselbst #iwearwhatisew #safariclothing

A few #memademay moments. Remembering how to dress for autumn… wool but still iced coffee? 1 #msovershirt #msclassicshirt 2 #msdarcycoat #msfridashirt #mssundaytrackies 3 #ilfordjacket #vestno1 4 #msdarcycoat #stockholmslipover #mssundaytrackies 5 #msovershirt #vestno1 #mssundaytrackies

How many linen shirts is too many?  Asking for a friend…. This is another version of the @modern_sewing_co Classic Shirt, made in cobalt linen originally purchased in 2021 from @merchantandmills, with the intention of making this shirt - at least I got there eventually! I have made this pattern several times and it is definitely my TNT for a casual shirt.  As with my previous versions of this shirt, I lengthened the sleeves by a couple of inches, included a breast pocket and did some additional topstitching.  I also adjusted the side seam curve, as it is a little high on me – #sewingtall – this involved increasing the length at the sides and reducing the curve slightly at front and back. This is another useful addition to my wardrobe that I will wear all year round – that’s why I love a linen shirt, it can be worn in so many different ways according to season, and this one is such a beautiful colour too! #memadeeveryday #handmadewardrobe #isewmyownclothes #imakemyownclothes #diyfashion #diywardrobe #diyootd #lovesewing #2025rtwfast #stashbusting #sewistsofinstagram #sewover50 #so50shirts #over50style #fabulous50s #sewoverageism #modernsewingcompany #msclassicshirt #merchantandmills #SewOver50Aug

Of course, I also made myself a shirt in the same linen/cotton! (I bought 3m as it was only $10/m)🤍 This is the Classic Shirt #msclassicshirt by @modern_sewing_co ◽️ I’ve made a few different button up patterns (Grainline Archers years ago and more recently the Bloom Shirt by The Fabric Store and the TAL Oversized shirt) but still really wanted to try this one - I love all the Modern Sewing patterns ❤️ ◽️ It’s fitted across the shoulders and looser in the body, with a lovely classic shirt hem and generous length - and French seams for the body and sleeves ◽️ I made small pleats instead of the usual CB and sleeve cuff pleats, just for fun ◽️ this is a size 16 which fits really well

#skirtno2 @myfavouritethings.knitwear A pattern I saw and immediately bought when it got released. It‘s such a good one! The lace pattern is pretty easy but looks so beautiful. And I love the little detail which creates a faux side seam. Although you knit the back and front exactly the same, I marked the back because I knew it will stretch out a bit more than the front. You can see in the second last photo how the back got a bit longer after wearing it for a few hours. Yarn: Cotton Merino @knittingforolive (color: natural white) + Cool Wool Baby @lanagrossa (color: 207) Size: I started with size 3 at the waist but made less increases to get size 2 for the hips. Finished measurements (after wearing it): waistband (flat): 40cm hemline (flat): 46cm front length: 35cm back length: 37.5cm And for all knitters: detailed information can be found on my Ravelry page (link in profile) Worn with #msclassicshirt @modern_sewing_co

Love my new #msclassicshirt from @modern_sewing_co. Made with some gorgeous viscose twill from @maisonfauveuk. Harder to work with than poplin but such a lovely drapey lux feel. And that colour! Very pleased with my collar trim invention using #ricrac. I invented that, right? And ended up using poppers rather than buttons as I like the simplicity. It's been through the wash once and I realise now that the sleeves are too long and not bothering to press them properly looks weird - but it's all about learning... #imadethis #sewover50 #sewersofinstagram #greenshirt #imakemyownclothes

After I finished my last project, I thought, "big", polished projects with high-end finishings would be my new thing ^^ So I thought Hattie's workshop at @modern_sewing_co was perfect! In the beginning, I was really motivated, got my patterns printed on A0, curated my fabrics and notions... but then the school year got really stressful, and I had to pause. For the shirt option, I chose the #msclassicshirt in a dreamy quail egg colored cotton polin. While working on it, I was delighted with how everything turned out! Hattie does such a great job explaining all the steps and I got a chance to try out some new techniques and really focus on the details—I've never seen such an easy way of sewing the plackets and I even nailed the french seam arm holes that I didn’t think I’d pull off after I read some of the comments in the forum. But after I had sewn the side seams together, I realized that I accidentally cut it three sizes too small. I made it in size 6 while I'm a 12 (lesson learned: pattern tracing and The Secret Lives of Mormon Wives don’t mix ^^) I still finished it anyway because I still enjoyed the process. I really liked the pattern and enjoyed all the details and will definitely make another, actually fitting version in the fall. Pattern: #msclassicshirt by @modern_sewing_co Fabric: cotton poplin by @beglarianfabrics

Me made May Day something: just finished this #msclassicshirt and I have another in black linen cut out and ready to sew. I love this pattern and am so pleased with myself for nailing shirt making through the workshops by @modern_sewing_co - definitely worthwhile for learning some tricky techniques. #memademay2025

Happiest in my @merchantandmills Mr Citrus @modern_sewing_co Classic Shirt 🍋 This shirt pattern has become a firm favourite. This version is a size 10 with no modifications and buttons from my mom’s stash. I struggled inserting the collar at first and may have inserted the sleeves the wrong way around on my first attempt… but incredibly proud of this make that has already got a lot of wear! #memade #sewistsofinstagram #imakemyownclothes #msclassicshirt #memademay2025

Another #memademay entrance with @modern_sewing_co #msclassicshirt with a jet pocket❤️ Worn with @elizsuzann silk Florence pants that I did not make but I love them so much. I already got the pattern printed — it would be a fun project to work on with my cousin who is just learning to sew. (TBH this millennial is fighting the urge to tuck the shirt 😬) #memademay2025 #imakemyownclothes #sewover30

Me made May Day 5: I made this shirt as a toile and it is 👌 in every way (uhm apart from some button holes I rushed to get finished before school pick up 😬). Most definitely a pattern I will repeat in the near future. This is @modern_sewing_co #msclassicshirt . Fabric is Monday Morning check from @theremnantwarehouse so today feels like the right moment for a first wear. #modernsewingco #memademay2025 I’m pretty happy that I can now add fully tailored shirts to my list of sewing skills 🥷

I think I’ve finally perfected the #GenraShirt by @daughterjudypatterns! This is my …4th? 5th? time making this pattern and I always love it, but the mods on this version are my favorites yet. I always: - Use the burrito method (this is only briefly mentioned in the instructions, but makes a much nicer final project). - Omit interfacing on the shirt facings (but leave it on the collar). This time, I also made the following changes: - I don’t like how the cuffs are constructed on the Genra Shirt, so I kept the sleeves but used the #msclassicshirt @modern_sewing_co cuffs and plackets instead. Note to self for next time: There is too much excess sleeve fabric when I do this (I either have to make a small third pleat or change the pleat size — I did the former on an earlier version and the latter on this one), but in the future, I need to remember to narrow the sleeve opening width while cutting (just by ~1 inch). - I shortened both the center front and back by ~3.5”, smoothing out the curve to the sides. The original version has a pretty deep shirttail curve, and while I like it, I think this works better for me + my short torso in terms of proportion. - I finished the whole thing with French seams (mostly because I was too lazy to change my serger thread, but it is a special detail!). The change to the cuffs and hem length in particular are what makes this version work so well for me. I think they’ll become standard mods in all future versions! The fabric is @merchantandmills linen, an absolute dream ✨ Oh, and happy #memademay! I have no promises for how I’ll keep up, and in truth I wear me-made clothes nearly every day anyway, but I love the excitement of the sewing community this month and can’t wait to see what everyone creates ~

I made a foundational white button up for spring/summer🤍🤍🤍 My goal was learning how to make clothing that looks as good on the inside as the outside and mission accomplished. French seams to armholes, side seams and flat hem binding. I took the @modern_sewing_co spring capsule wardrobe to improve my seam finishing. I chose this semi transparent organic cotton voile from @corefabrics to highlight this clean finishing on the interior. Of course I already have an inaugural stain on the back from my iron that I didn’t notice was a hot mess from interfacing 😵‍💫 PSA!! Clean your iron … barkeepers friend worked like a charm This is the #msclassicshirt by @modern_sewing_co Also! @corneliusquiring just posted a reel about sewing with voile and check it out! Def recommend so your machine doesn’t chew up the fabric. #memadeeveryday #slowfashionmovement #sewistofinstagram #cottonvoile #dirtyirons

The #MSclassicshirt in a gorgeous handwoven cotton from @missmaudenz. I love shirt construction, and the @modern_sewing_co instructions and tutorials were fantastic. I adore the buttons, which from memory were from my dad’s stash of spare shirt buttons. The shirt is French seamed with a bound hem. I followed my bust size to make a 14. I feel a bit restricted around the armholes at the back (a common occurence for me). Next time I’ll be trying broad back and full bicep adjustments 💪🏼 Also, #memademay2025 begins today in Aotearoa!

Spring uniform: #bisquetrousers + #msclassicshirt TROUSERS @vivianshaochen, in #maralinenblend @meetmilk_fabric (it‘s such a great fabric for trousers!) Size: 6 - shortened by 1.5“ and with a lot slimmer legs and no pockets. I shared all my fit adjustments in my story highlights BUTTON UP SHIRT @modern_sewing_co in a very light weight cotton poplin. Size: 12 at the bust and graded down to a size 6 at the hem

A lot of stripes coming up. Been looking out for nice striped cotton and the other day I found a fabric shop full of them! 😁 Here’s what I’m planning for all of these, using patterns I already have and love to wear 1. Short-sleeved version of the #belindabuttonup 2. Shirtdress based on the #msclassicshirt lenghtened, short sleeves and added belt 3. A #mmshepherdskirt because its my favourite! 4. My third version of the #bhlhannah by dress

Friends fear she's been taking crap photos of cute shirts again 🫢 Ending my accidental grid hiatus to share a few snaps of my most recent finished sewing project - this adorable #msclassicshirt (pattern by @modern_sewing_co) in an ancient Liberty print I've had in stash for probably about eight years. I've been on a proper shirtmaking bender these last few months - apparently I just can't get enough of a crisp collar and a sleeve placket. I'll try and remember to share some others soon - I think I've made at least three Olya shirts I haven't taken any photos of yet. Anyway, this shirt! I love the MS Classic Shirt pattern - it's got lots of lovely high-finish details like the split hem, and I gave it French seams throughout so it's durable af and looks great inside out, too (should I ever choose to wear it that way...!). I think I need a few fit adjustments if I make it again - it's a bit too narrow in the back and broad in the shoulders, and the cuffs have ended up too loose (as you can see in my grumpy photo if you swipe), but it's beautifully wearable and I'm not mad. This fabric is really lovely, but I'm not sure I'm really a Liberty gal, tbh - it's almost aggressively whimsical and I feel a bit like I'm back on Tumblr circa 2010. But if I'm going to go and frolic in a forest and hand-feed some woodland creatures, I know exactly what I'll be wearing for the occasion... #sewing #sewcialists #sewistsofinstagram #sewist #makersgonnamake #makersgonnamake #handmade #handmadewardrobe #imakemyownclothes #modernsewing #modernsewingco #sewqueer #thelittlequince

@modern_sewing_co #msclassicshirt In my opinion this pattern embodies a “classic shirt.” It’s so professional and sleek— the design fits well, it’s sharp! The curves! The stiff collar! You get it. The only problem is— I’m not professional. I tried to photograph this in the way I feel it should be worn rather than in a way that showcases the awesome design details. IMO to wear a classic shirt you should be messy, sweaty, wrinkly— maybe you just laid on the couch for a few hours. It’s a uniform so it should look worn. I used really nice striped shirting I got from @stonemountainfabric and buttons from @saltlakesewciety and I actually used interfacing on the cuffs and collar for once. Anyway enough rambling— here it is with my new sick shrimp bolo from @mackbecks 💗 @jayyyyyw can we go get crab boil later so I can ruin this outfit ? #imadethat #classicshirt #buttonupshirt #stripedshirt #mackbecks

Catholic school girl à la emmatron… because we all know who wears the pants around here. I’d been searching high and low for my perfect pleated pant — tapered leg and non elastic waistband — for ages. These are none other than the #msworkertrousers @modern_sewing_co modified using the spring suit capsule course, which I received free of charge without any strings attached. I’d long admired the leg shape on this pattern, and it turned out to be just right! I loved learning how to add a pleat, and found the tutorial for this to be quite helpful. Otherwise I didn’t use the videos this time around, as I’m not particularly fond videos in general, and am relatively well versed in pants making. As far as the fit is concerned, I owe a big thanks to @modistadeandarporcasa and @kathleenbmur for assessing my awkward top down center out videos 😅. Never did I imagine I would be sending out images of myself in my underwear to people on the internet, but somehow the ig sewing community just feels so cozy 😊 Anyway… I mostly just reduced the rise on the sides and the back (next pair I would also do the front a bit too), and straightened the side seams. Oh! And I shortened the overall length. The fabric is a gorgeous lightweight wool suiting that I got on super sale (the last 2m!!!) at my favorite neighborhood fabric shop in Waldtrudering, seriously a gem. Seen here with a #msclassicshirt and a rtw tee. #sewing #sewstagram #sewistsofinstagram #memadewardrobe #memade #imakemyownclothes #slowfashion #notfastfashion #modernsewingco

March me-made outfit + project roundup ✨️ This month I enjoyed wearing my heavier winter clothing while dreaming of and making for spring/summer. I've got my summer sewing all planned out and am working slowly through the list. Pressing pause though now to make time for some mending and alterations before moving forward with any net new projects. 1. #worshipjeans + #lumipullover 2. Test Knit 😉 3. A satisfying #msclassicshirt placket 4. A bright and roomy #bonnettshirt 5. Test Knit again! 6. #cloudsweater + #helenejeans with double fronts 7. Toile because I decided to be patient and do things properly 8. Finished #gibbonsslipdress 9. #cloudsweater + #coetrouser 10. #worshipjeans shorts + #olyashirt 11. #helenejeans + sweater whose name i am forgetting but it's a fav of mine!

Easy breezy black linen button up, check. I’ve been meaning to make this piece for ages, but it somehow got pushed down the queue by various other projects. Probably, in part, because I knew I wanted use some damn fine linen, but I was unwilling to shell out for said damn fine linen. However! When @modern_sewing_co reached out to me to take part in their spring suit capsule course (gifted with no obligation to post), I convinced myself (rather quickly, I may add) that if I use stash fabric for the pants, then it would be silly not to make my perfect #msclassicshirt in a drool worthy drop dead gorgeous fabric. I really enjoyed taking my time on this project, though at times, I stressed myself out with my strict adherence to perfection. All in all, it did turn out pretty perfect though, and I learned some new techniques along the way. I’ve sewn a number of shirts already (and own and implement techniques from David Page Coffin’s book), but still found bits of the course content to be useful — particularly the bias bound hem (🤤), the French seamed side slit, and the way Hetty trims the under collar. Also, watching Hetty sew, snip and press is a lesson in and of itself. I cut a size 8 up top and a 6 at the bottom based on my initial classic shirt. I straightened the side seams a bit more (maybe a touch too much 🤷‍♀️) as my hip shape does not correspond to the pattern. Further modifications as follows: — body and sleeves shortened by 1 5/8“ (I’m 5‘4“) — made cuffs tighter and longer (similar to the Genra shirt) — curved the bottom of the sleeve — topstitched in all topstitchable places — fastened the button band at the edge only The fabric is Bellina linen in pitch black from Naturstoffe.de Seen here with @daughterjudypatterns #coetrousers #ventotank, and a vintage skirt. #sewistsofinstagram #sewing #sewstagram #springcapsulecourse #modernsewing #memade #memadewardrobe #blacklinen #linenshirt

Had a lil pre-travel try on of memade outfits as we are heading to Key West this weekend! ☺️ #clydejumpsuit by @elizsuzann made with denim gifted by my MIL // #minimalistshirt by @tropicalresearch in stonewashed linen from @blackbirdfabrics // #msclassicshirt by @modern_sewing_co in @merchantandmills Martha check cotton // #easaturdayshorts by @enderallsews made with fabric from the stash - honestly don’t remember where it came from 😬// #daphnetrousers by @modern_sewing_co in @fabricsstorecom linen // #harpertunic by @elizsuzann in soft brown linen from HappyNaturalFabrics on Etsy. Last but not least is my sweetest office buddy 🥹

I would not recommend going back into the studio after a solid month of motion, illness, stress, and general disruption, to work on a project with a woven gingham fabric with french seams and a flat bound hem. I am happy with this @modern_sewing_co #MSClassicShirt in one of the cuts of delicious linen I brought back from Korea this Fall courtesy of @linenlab.co.kr . But, damn if I didn’t do a whole lot of seam ripping and second guessing on this shirt. I had to replace all of the bound hem (bias bound!) pieces, after having trimmed them, because I sewed them on the wrong side.... 🤦‍♀️ I just couldn’t keep my brain on task. All in all this was a straightforward sew. Any foibles in the assembly were all mine. Working with the smaller seam allowance (1cm) took some getting used to. And I’m not exactly sure whether the shoulders fit me. Gonna wait till after I sew buttons/holes and give it a wash before I decide. The fabric is dreamy, and as written, this button up has less top stitching than others I’ve made. That gives the whole shirt a softer more relaxed feel. My inclination is to immediately cut and sew another one, but think I will wear this one a bit first. I do love me a button up shirt! From a distance this one looks a bit like chambray.... Heather of @herselfclothing and I are doing an open sew weekend at her studio 4/11-13. It looks like we might have a spot, or two, available. If you’re interested send me an email through my website and I can get you details.... Pants are #CoeTrousers in olive twill from #BlackbirdFabrics…. Such a good pants pattern!

Zum #memademittwoch führe ich heute meine ale neue Hose aus. Die Pinke Wollhose war eigentlich schon immer zu eng gewesen. Nun hat sie zwei breite Streifen roten Wollstoff aus einem ebenfalls aussortierten Kleid erhalten und ist super-flatterhaft und bequem. Am Bund musste ich natürlich auch was anstückeln (letztes Bild) und habe für die Flexibilität ein wenig Gummiband eingesetzt. Die Bluse unter dem Kaufpulli ist das #msclassicshirt Ach ja, und ich habe das Handy zum Fotografieren so ausgerichtet, dass ich meinen Kopf abgeschnitten habe - tja, das bleibt jetzt so. Oder soll ich sagen, dass es Absicht war?

I’m really enjoying @modern_sewing_co 6month capsule wardrobe course and have snuck ahead with these #msdaphnetrousers In my usual style I made them too big to start with despite making a toile. After some brutal unpicking though I am much happier with the fit! This pair began as size 14 but I think I’ll start with size 12 next time. Denim is a beautiful organic 12oz from @merchantandmills The shirt is @modern_sewing_co #msclassicshirt size 12 with no modifications made in viscose from @fabricsgalorelondon Love this pattern! #sewover50 #memadewardrobe

It's been a few weeks since I was last working on making my mini summer capsule. With the launch of the new pattern updates I've had my eye off the ball with it but I'm excited to say I'm getting back to it this week. If you missed the introduction of this idea, I've been making my own mini summer capsule and sharing the process. You can catch up by reading the blog called 'How to Make a Summer Capsule' - I've put the direct link in the bio. Have a swipe for the pieces that have already been completed along with my original mood board. The photos were taken on every camera device I own (digital, film and phone) so there is no visual consistency which bothers me. But you get the idea... 1 - #MSceliadress hack 2 - #MSclassicshirt with short sleeves 3 - #MSdaphnetrousers as shorts 4 - #MScaratop without the collar (and a little bit more fitted and cropped) 5 - #MSworkertrousers with a pin-tuck hack . You can catch up on the details of all of these makes on the blog! Just one left to go, I've thought of a new hack idea and I'm very excited to make it.

I love a yearly round up and this year I've done two... the first was our 2023 Inspiration Board newsletter of wonderful makes throughout the year - swipe to see a few of them. The second will hit your inbox tomorrow morning and features my reflections on the year as well as a short Q&A of questions that you sent in. My brain capacity this week isn't going to stretch to summarising all of that in a short post. So make sure you're subscribed to receive it and if you miss it check the blog in a week or so and it will be saved on there! 2 - @emilyburtner #MSovershirt 3 - @nonbinary_bind_off #MSRibSweater 4 - @_andreamakes #MSclassicshirt 5 - @sophiesewsherwardrobe #MSspringtrousers 6 - @pieintheskypress #MSclassicshirt 7 - @marguerite_by_m #MSdarcycoat 8 - @sophiesewsherwardrobe #MSspringtrousers 9 - @thecolourandtheshape__ #msjessejumpsuit 10 - @elephantinthestudy #MSworkertrousers

My next @modern_sewing_co make in the works 👌🏼 This fabric does look a bit crazy but luckily it’s just for a wearable toile where the sleeves will be shortened into a #lodsshirt 👯‍♂️ although I’m never opposed to a bit of a crazy shirt 👀 This past year has been the year I said I didn’t want to buy clothing for myself (bar le wedding dress and anything else associated with my wedding👰🏻‍♀️- I think that’s a fair pass) Trends seem to be changing so quickly, our personal styles are just that and prices of clothing seem to skyrocket or plummet depending on where you are sourcing your clothes🥴 I am lucky enough that in PE I have a great spot for up to date dead stock fabric, lots of beautifully curated and reasonable fabric shops in my local area and a love for sewing🌼 This pattern comes from what has to be my favorite pattern maker @modern_sewing_co ❤️ and the past year I have made #msworkertrousers , #msspringtrousers #msclassicshirt #msribsweater #msjessejumpsuit and #msceliadress ❤️ each item has been super wearable with an incredible fit, has taught me something new and grown my sewing abilities🔆 This #msunisexshirt is going to be for the lovely and ever patient Chip Gough ❤️❤️ Updates and fit in the next day or so and then on to the linen fabric for a final 👏 If you look closely my scissors are chewed courtesy of @kubu_the_staffy 🥴 #smallbusiness #handmade #southafrica #swimwear #swim #summer #activeliving #beach #proudlySA #madeinsa #southafricasews #activewear #supportsmall #slowfashion #sewist #memade #handmadewardrobe #sew #sewistsofinstagram #sewingproject #memadewardrobe

#memademay New York edition. Fresh linen #pomonapants and shirts (#tamaramashirt #msovershirt #msclassicshirt) for this beautiful spring weather! Ft. muka & pearl earrings that @_arielle_walker_ made for me 🤍

#msclassicshirt in a striped polycotton I picked up from @chamdorfaktrysales in South Africa.

#msclassicshirt in a striped polycotton I picked up from @chamdorfaktrysales in South Africa. Unfortunately feels a little tight under the arms despite being the same size as my Mr Citrus linen version, so I’m not getting as much wear. Straight size 10 with no modifications. #memade #sewistsofinstagram #imakemyownclothes #memademay2025

#msclassicshirt in the beautiful Mr Citrus linen from @merchantandmills. #memade #sewistsofinstagram #imakemyownclothes #memademay2025

A mid month #memademay roundup! I've been posting a handmade outfit in my stories every day (no skips 💅). Two years ago I donated all of my clothing and resolved to start fresh and build a wardrobe that I loved, was proud of, and most importantly that I would wear. Im finally feeling like ive gotten there and it's really fun to have enough handmade stuff to get through a whole month wifh no outfit repeats. Some observations: Most worn patterns- @daughterjudypatterns #worshipjeans @modern_sewing_co #msclassicshirt @petiteknit #novicesweater Things I don't make that I want to start making- TSHIRTS

DAY 11 - got some lovely rain today so started to feel like knitting again ☁️ swatching for #camisoleno5 in a nice grey cotton I had around. Also wearing #msclassicshirt #MeMadeMay #MMM25 #ThanksIMadeIt #MeMadeWardrobe

On Miyajima in the sunshine. @modern_sewing_co #msclassicshirt

Modern Sewing Co Classic Shirt in Korean natural dyed fabric #msclassicshirt #madebyme #sew #sewing #sewists #sewistsofinstagram

It’s #memademay Day 3 and I found myself on a sunny beach in the greatest summer make of all time 💖 When I got dressed this morning it was 14 degrees and cloudy (obvs, classic bank holiday) so I played it safe and wore trousers and a t shirt and added this pink shirt for an extra layer. At the last minute before we left the house I had a glimmer of hope that the sun would come out and grabbed the matching shorts. My optimism paid off and we had a gorgeous day in the sunshine down in Dorset. Honestly everything about this set just works: 💖 The colour is so bold it jazzes up literally any outfit 💖 it also somehow just goes with everything 💖 the double gauze fabric (from @good_fabric_store , where else?!) is soft and light but also somehow cosy, idk how that works 💖 the shorts are the most comfortable things and the shirt is a perfect cover up for my pasty skin If you don’t already have a double gauze shorts & shirt combo in your life consider this a hard recommend. Patterns are: #msclassicshirt by @modern_sewing_co #udoshirts by @sewingmachina Both patterns are tried and true reliables that I have used so many times.

Modern Sewing Co Classic shirt made using natural dyed traditional Korean fabric #msclassicshirt

What are we Americans, those of us who are opposed fervently to the current dissolution of our State, to do with this waning of American exceptionalism....? I imagine there are those who feel relieved that they don’t have to even try anymore, they can just be their singular consumptive selves, fulfilling their own animalistic needs selfishly. For the rest of us, we have to re-calibrate to a universe that will look at us sideways and with suspicion going forward. There is SO MUCH more to say on this view, and this forum is not the place to get into it in any depth. Every interaction I have now begins with some attempt to understand what is going on. It is the preamble to every conversation. We can’t get to the human stuff until we’ve wrestled with the political. There are no conclusions drawn, but many attempts at comprehension. In addition to my anxiety about fascism, I now also worry about how so many people in my Maker universe may be put put out of biz by these tariffs. The ignorant, short-sighted cruelty of it all is breathtaking. The orange thing is off watching golf this weekend while the world absorbs the shit he just took in our living room..... I don’t want this post to be about the chaos. Hmm, maybe too late? I spent some time with my friend Heather this afternoon and we are looking forward to our weekend of garment sewing with a small group. (There is still room if you want to join us!) Yesterday I was depressed about the world, today I am determined to be the fullest version of a liberal, progressive, creative humanist I can till I draw my last breath. I will be at the Portland #HandsOff protest tomorrow. I will continue to advocate for those who our government neglects or attacks. I will use my privilege wherever I am able. Most importantly, I will not let the joyless small minded, insecure, scared people of the universe impede my creativity and my joy. I will Make and create as acts of resistance. (More in comments)

Chapter 8: The Classic Shirt by @modern_sewing_co My first Modern Sewing Co pattern. Who knew this would start an obsession? This was a sized up version after I made a wearable toile. I use this piece mostly as an overshirt and I reach for it all the time. There’s something so satisfying about wearing a piece you’ve made and really loving how it fits. I didn’t make any changes to the pattern, but I did use the long sleeve length. I have a thing about sleeves being too short, so I tend to go a little longer than necessary. Size: 10 Fabric: Cotton corduroy #msclassicshirt #modernsewingco #memade #memadewardrobe #slowfashion #sewing #thanksimadeit

The August Inspiration Board is on its way to subscribers and I LOVE how shirt heavy this board is - 'shirty' if you will. There are some absolute beauties, from short sleeved Over Shirts made from vintage table clothes to a Classic Shirt with hand embroidery of the maker's summer on it. Keep your wonderful makes coming and don't forget to tag! 2 - @emilyburtner #MSovershirt 3 - @emilyburtner #MSovershirt 4 - @finallyisew #MSclassicshirt 5 - @gabby_sews #MSclassicshirt 6 - @sew_unimportant #MSclassicshirt 7 - @kylie.ricardo #msfrenchsmock 8 - @what_manda_made #msfrenchsmock 9 - @cinnamon__sparrow #MSclassicshirt

Paper copies of the @modern_sewing_co #msjaimejacket , #msworkertrousers , and #msclassicshirt have landed in the shop! ⭐️