this #nikkotop by @truebias was interesting… 🪡 originally i had it with the normal mock neck, but for some reason (unlike the dress version i made recently) the neck was WAY too tight 🪡 i put a tank top on over the shirt and traced its neckline, cut 1/2” down to account for the neckband, and added a new neckband on 🪡 i also decided to shorten the sleeves as they came down to my elbow 🪡 overall, it came out better than i expected! very cute with this skirt and under overalls!

The Home Depot bucket was a paid actor. More views of my super thrifty #coetrousers made from two pairs of ‘men’s’ 44” waist Carhartt work jeans. These were of course, directly inspired by @saint.clairs.scissors and had been on my mind for a while. It took longer than expected to source two pairs of jeans that would be large enough and similar enough to make this work. The top is a #nikkotop with the crew neck hack that you can find online. Though I did this totally by eye before I knew there was a proper hack and the striped one from back in my feed was made using these instructions. Bag is #baggu obvs Clogs are @drmartensofficial I wore these for all of 20 minutes today to run an errand around the block. My body is very much still recovering (see previous post) and hard pants just isn’t it for me yet. Good thing I’ve made so many pairs of elastic are waist pants over the years! #memade #silversews

#memademay2025 Week 2+ roundup! Day 12: #donnyshirt and #freerangeslacks, what I like to call my “creamsicle set” Day 13: #nikkotop under a bunch of layers because it was freezing at baseball that evening Day 14: #soimollytop Day 15: #fridaybateautop mashed with #nikkotop for sleeves Day 16: #stellantee and #mamabearjoggers as new pajamas Day 17: #fibremoodnorma Day 18: #nicksdress for church More than halfway through the month!

#memademay2025 day 16 and we're going full on #memade 💙 #calyerpants and #nikkotop for the win 🫶🏼 #memademay #memadewardrobe #imakemyownclothes #sewing #handmadewarderobe #dnesnosim #nosimsvoje

Day 13 of #memademay #memademay2025 @truebias #nikkotop in navy @blackbirdfabrics #bfribknit @daughterjudypatterns #adamspant in @joann_stores Lucky Brand denim with 13” added to length for super cuff. These have the best dang pockets front and back. Also love when jeans break in start getting good fades!

#memademay day 12 Wearing my Ballet bow skirt #balletbowskirt in apple candy stripe linen both pattern (free with newsletter subscription) and fabric from @matchymatchysewingclub Top is #nikkotop @truebias a tnt piece I’ve worn a ton since making! #matchyfabricpartner

#memademay day 8 🍭 Wearing a full memade outfit ☺️ Wearing a #tuliptop by @_fortiv_ in some upcycled vintage fabric over a #truebiasnikko top @truebias in rib knit. The jeans are a pair of #tuvapants by @sewingamore in lightweight denim. I constantly wear them now that it gets a little warmer 💕 ————————————————— #memademay2025_day8 #memademay2025 #mmmday8 #sewingchallenge #truebias #nikkotop #sewingamore #fortiv #fortivtuliptop #sewistsofinstagram #sewingproject #newsewingpattern #nähliebe #nähenmachtglücklich #nähenistwiezaubernkönnen #nähenfürmich #sewingismypassion #sewingforme #summersewing #instasew #sewistsofinstagram #handmadewardrobe #handmadewithlove #memade #memadeeveryday #memadewardrobe #memadeootd

This is the @helens__closet #yorkpinafore in a buttery soft #libertyfabric corduroy from @wearethefabricstore . I lined my York to give it a bit more structure ( also quicker.. no bias binding ) it’s layered with another LS #nikkotop by @truebias . My new cold weather fav layering top. I’ve got my @theavidseamstress #avidseamstresscoat on the cray trap. A great coat that goes with everything. Today I’ll sew on ‘the button’ at last in the coat fabric. #avidseamstresspattern #sewover50 #helensclosetpatterns #truebiaspatterns #truebiasnikko #mmm2021 #memademay2021

#restylememadefriday Today’s outfit: @patternscout Cozi, @truebias Nikko, @megannielsenpatterns Ash. I’m trying to decide if I’m a beret person. What do you think? #memadeeveryday #memadeonrepeat #handspunyarn #sewistsofinstagram #sewover40 #shortsewists #petitesewing #mnash #nikkotop #pscozijacket

Getting my October 2022 #mymakesforthemonth post in just under the wire! October has been super busy month with some traveling and lots of #unselfishsewing, only one of the nine pieces sewn was made for me. Top left is @theassemblylineshop #talelastictiesweater made from a thrifted curtain panel Top middle is @grasserpatterns #grasser491 lengthened 2.5” made from a thrifted bubble texture shower curtain. Top right is @simplicity_creative_group #s9372 turtleneck shrug in marled or heather knit over @truebias #nikkotop dress in purple Heather ponte Second row left: @threadtheorydesigns #carmanahsweater in burgundy sweatshirting Second row middle: @tessutifabrics #monroeturtleneck turtleneck in marled knit over @mccallpatterncompany #v1355 knit pants in navy knit. Bottom left : Tesutti Monroe turtleneck in color blocked mini and micro striped rayon knit Bottom right: @heyjunehandmade #verobeachset top in brown striped cotton flannel Many thanks to Lou of @sewmuchtodesign for hosting this fun monthly challenge/roundup! #sewthrifty #sewthrifted #pdfpattern #modernsewing #handmadewardrobe #handmadeclothes #imakemyownclothes #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #sewallthethings #sewcialist #sewcialite #sewingaddict #sewover50 #sewersofinstagram #sewistsofinstagram #sewingismytherapy #makersgonnamake #sewboston #bostonsews

As part of my current obsession with comfy sweatshirting, I bought some dark green tubular ribbing thinking I would use it as cuffs and neckband. However I ended up making a #nikkotop instead. It was a challenge to squeeze it out of only 1m and I ended up losing a few inches of length and doing the sleeves in two pieces so I could tessellate them. #patterntetris Full confession: I am currently wearing this full-time with my sweatshirt yantas but it does work really well with high waisted skirts too. This one is self-drafted using the #lazotrousers waistband and pockets. @truebias #sewingknits #memadeeveryday #handmadewardrobe @threadtheorydesigns #spooriel #sewistsofinstagram #sewistsgonnasew #isewmyownclothes

Here’s my January round-up! - @threadtheorydesigns #comoxtrunks - A snow person in my front yard (with glowing eyes intended to scare the neighbours) - @matchymatchysewingclub #allaroundcrew - @truebias #nikkotop (for Nikko month!) - Stokke Tripp Trapp chair cover from Ms. Villana designs (Etsy) - @lorepiar Scrap Sporty Thong (free pattern!) #MyMakesForTheMonth #MyMakesForTheMonthJanuary @sewmuchtodesign

It's time again for #MyMakesForTheMonthDecember2024 #MyMakesDec24 That's a mouthful! 😁 thanks to @sewmuchtodesign for such a doable challenge 😘 This was made possible, in part, to a lot of knits, and all but two pieces were sewn using patterns I've already used at least once. In this grid you can see 2/ #pagehoodie 2/ #wbmpjpants #nikkotop #elementalskirt #hudsonpant #onyxpants 2/ #S8790 (sewhouseseven) and 2 teen-sized pj shorts from a Simplicity pattern. The fabrics are from a variety of places, oldest is about 3 years old. 5 of the pieces were gifts. I want to trace of the Page hoodie in my size, like, yesterday! It went together so nicely! Any questions, leave in comments. 😁 #sewover50december24 #sewover60

Nouvel arrivage de patrons trop trop coolos ! Entre autres, les patrons @truebias qui allient méga confort et style top tendance. Dans mes petits pref, la combi Nova Jumpsuit avec sa coupe loose et son joli dos échancré, proposé en 2 packs : - de la taille américaine 0 à 18 (équivalent français de 34 à 48 environ) - de la taille 14 à 30 (équivalent du 44 au 60,) Du confort et du style pour toutes les morphos !! ❤️ Et il y a aussi le top ou robe Nikko of course 😍😍 on ne le présente plus celui là ! (Bon, je ne résisterai peut être pas à vous en montrer 2-3 versions chéries en story ...) Petite précision : ils sont en english ! Oui je sais ... 🙂 Mais il y a des pas à pas super bien expliqués et illustrés alors n'ayez pas peur 😎 #truebias #truebiaspatterns #novajumpsuit #nikkotop #nikkodress #hudsonpant #patroncouture #coutureinclusive #bodypositive #passioncouture #jecoudsmagarderobe #instacouture #coocoolmercerie #niort #coocool

My makes for the month of October! A little late, but still want to post it because I love how it’s become a record of my progress. This month was actually quite productive! Part of that I have to attribute to getting some patterns printed at the print shop rather than taping them together myself. For me, nothing is a bigger hinderance to sew-jo than the prospect of spending an entire evening cutting and taping. I figured I’d treat myself this month and have a handful of my up-and-coming project patterns printed and give myself a leg-up on actually getting to some of them, haha! In order, we have: - A grim reaper robe (no pattern, just made using my son’s size as a guide. He even helped sew it!) - @helens__closet #blackwoodcardigan (post coming soon!) - Matching @fridaypatterncompany #pogonippullovers - A @threadtheorydesigns #saywardraglan in lovely organic cotton waffle for a gift for my uncle - A @truebias #nikkotop and matching beanie to make myself a Minion for Halloween (I bought this yellow jersey on discount ages ago from @galafabrics and this is finally the right use for it! 😝💛) - A @fridaypatterncompany #donnyshirt I have some exciting sewing plans for the month of November. Send your good sew-jo vibes so that I can pull them off for an exciting early December deadline! 🤞 #MyMakesForTheMonth #mymakesforthemonthoctober24

ZQ Merino inspo! These sewists have caught our eye with some cosy and colourful makes 🥰⁠ ⁠ Melissa used our Forest Merino to make this luxurious loungewear set comprising of #ChristineHaynesDune tank, #B5457 pants and #Asukahamada top! Check out the original post by @electric.meow for all the details.⁠ ⁠ Leila made this #ToasterSweater1 in our Duck Egg shade which fits perfectly into its surroundings 💙 @leila.makes⁠ ⁠ ⁠Angela nailed the fit on this #ElysianBodysuit made in the vibrant Avocado shade! @_fingerhut⁠ ⁠ Alija @schnipp_schnipp_schnipp used our Ochre Merino to make the ever classic @papercutpatterns #RiseandFallTurtlenecks 💛 ⁠ ⁠ Donny chose the warm brown shade Acorn to make this #SaywardRaglan 🤎 Ideal for layering! @_donnyq⁠ ⁠ Jessica has decked out the whole family in our Iris Merino, from left to right they each wear a #SageTee, a #NikkoTop + #LarkTee mash-up and baby wears #Bodysuit12 💜 See more snaps @leboknits⁠ ⁠ Sara used our Moss shade to make this #TFSFogTee with the turtleneck extension! We love how the colours in this outfit look together 💚⁠ ⁠ #TFSZQMerino #TheFabricStore

First, Thank you all so much for the wonderful response to my swimsuit post earlier this week. Second, I meant to post this outfit yesterday but was busy getting my child off to school, helping my parents move appliances, and speed sewing a baby gift. This was my attempt at #sewhappycolor yesterday. Although it’s hard to tell in this photo, there are bits of orange in the flowers on my top. This winter I’ve been having fun layering my grey @truebias #nikkotop under my warm weather tops. As such, I decided I needed another one. This one made in bamboo french terry purchased from @pdxsewingstudio turned out to be a perfect match for my @annamariahorner rayon #1930sbutterflyblouse . While I love the way winter forces me to get creative with my wardrobe, I’m anxiously awaiting weather that allows me to throw on a simple summer dress without thinking.

Getting my October 2022 #mymakesforthemonth post in just under the wire! October has been super busy month with some traveling and lots of #unselfishsewing, only one of the nine pieces sewn was made for me. Top left is @theassemblylineshop #talelastictiesweater made from a thrifted curtain panel Top middle is @grasserpatterns #grasser491 lengthened 2.5” made from a thrifted bubble texture shower curtain. Top right is @simplicity_creative_group #s9372 turtleneck shrug in marled or heather knit over @truebias #nikkotop dress in purple Heather ponte Second row left: @threadtheorydesigns #carmanahsweater in burgundy sweatshirting Second row middle: @tessutifabrics #monroeturtleneck turtleneck in marled knit over @mccallpatterncompany #v1355 knit pants in navy knit. Bottom left : Tesutti Monroe turtleneck in color blocked mini and micro striped rayon knit Bottom right: @heyjunehandmade #verobeachset top in brown striped cotton flannel Many thanks to Lou of @sewmuchtodesign for hosting this fun monthly challenge/roundup! #sewthrifty #sewthrifted #pdfpattern #modernsewing #handmadewardrobe #handmadeclothes #imakemyownclothes #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #sewallthethings #sewcialist #sewcialite #sewingaddict #sewover50 #sewersofinstagram #sewistsofinstagram #sewingismytherapy #makersgonnamake #sewboston #bostonsews

It’s time again for #MyMakesForTheMonth with many thanks as always to Lou @SewMuchToDesign (and yogabyrdsews this month!) for the reminder to do a roundup and to the sponsors this month #AmazingApril : @cashmerette @madeformermaids @paradisepatterns @seamwork @megannielsenpatterns @patternscout (Two of whom are represented this month 😉) Without further ado: 1. #PECoastalSkirt 2. #OrchardTop 3. #OrchardTop 4. #SeamworkRiley 5. #S2443 6. #XaneleLongs 7. #arenitepants into a skirt 8. #huonshirt 9. Reading pillow 10. #PSHanaTank 11. #EightTee 12. #SeamworkRiley 13. Short sleeved #NikkoTop 14. “Talk Sewing To Me” ironed on to my #StellanTee 15. 4x #AnnikaWirelessBra I love seeing everyone’s round ups every month 😊 #SewOver50 #BCSews #CanadaSews

Yesterday was a day of 2 tops… I had this super drapey (but with a bit of body) rayon knit from @dressew for a few years. It became a fabric I was afraid to cut into because once I did - no other possibilities remain 🤦‍♀️ Finally making the very close to the same colour corduroy up into an #S2443 jacket gave me the impetus to finally cut into this fabric. I had enough to make a short sleeved #NikkoTop and an #EightTee I’ve used both of these patterns before and it’s fun having 2 completely different looks in the same fabric and colour. So, the sun came out and out I went - scowling (unfortunately) to show off some recent makes 😆 (Totally annoying side fact: my remote shutter won’t work so these were all counting down with the timer. I’d forgotten how annoying it can be to count 😆 I tried voice control instead, but that just made me uncomfortable with so many neighbours close by 🤦‍♀️) 1. #PECoastalSkirt in fabric swap linen, #OrchardTop in scraps of my favourite animal print rayon from @oursocialfabric, #S2443 in dirty pink corduroy (also OSF) 2. #EightTee in dirty pink rayon knit from @dressew (with scuba shoulder pads) and #PECoastalSkirt 3. #S2443 #PECoastalSkirt #EightTee 4. Short sleeved #NikkoTop (same rayon knit) #PECoastalSkirt #S2443 5. #OlyaShirtDress in striped linen from the same fabric swap @sue_in_victoria #NikkoTop #PECoastalSkirt 6. #SeamworkRiley in terrazzo linen with old linen #FreeRangeSlacks The happy part of sewing from my more and more cohesive stash is I accidentally end up with a mini capsule wardrobe for spring 😂 ***Edited to add: also #memade sandals cuz #icanmakeshoes *** I think I might need another skirt like this in a lighter weight fabric… maybe a pecan or ochre colour… hmmm… something to watch for while I’m away for the #InstagramSewistsPicnicYVR 😊 Are you sewing for the changing season? #SewOver50 #BCSews #CanadaSews

As part of my current obsession with comfy sweatshirting, I bought some dark green tubular ribbing thinking I would use it as cuffs and neckband. However I ended up making a #nikkotop instead. It was a challenge to squeeze it out of only 1m and I ended up losing a few inches of length and doing the sleeves in two pieces so I could tessellate them. #patterntetris Full confession: I am currently wearing this full-time with my sweatshirt yantas but it does work really well with high waisted skirts too. This one is self-drafted using the #lazotrousers waistband and pockets. @truebias #sewingknits #memadeeveryday #handmadewardrobe @threadtheorydesigns #spooriel #sewistsofinstagram #sewistsgonnasew #isewmyownclothes

Okay! I'm making a post of my sewing goals this year and my #makenine2023! Partly to keep this inspiration somewhere, keep me accountable to myself, be intentional with what I make (and try to not get *too* distracted) and for fun. 💃 Because if a personal sewing goal isn't fun, why do it? My list: • @truebias #nikkotop and a #nikkodress I love True Bias patterns and have had this on my to-sew for a couple months. This will be my first sew of the year! • @untitledthoughts #utchandlerpants I've had this pattern for awhile but pants scare me 😱 This is the year I'm tackling that for perfect fitted pants! • Another #fibremoodhoney See my first one in the feed! I have some pink checked vintage fabric I've been saving for this! • #fibremoodcarmella in a gorgeous dark green linen twill. A big project! I expect I'll start and stop this a few times. • @annaallenclothing #helenejeans I am so excited for these but another one to take my time with! • A bathing suit! I have gorgeous Liberty swim fabric. Going for a mashup of @fridaypatterncompany #vernazzatwopiece and @megannielsenpatterns #mncottesloe • @bellalovespatterns #blpflor I have this pattern all traced and ready to cut the fabric! A perfect spring dress. • @annaallenclothing #antheablouse I have a feeling this will be a favourite. • @fridaypatterncompany #saguaroset in a big bold print

#restylememadefriday Today’s outfit: @patternscout Cozi, @truebias Nikko, @megannielsenpatterns Ash. I’m trying to decide if I’m a beret person. What do you think? #memadeeveryday #memadeonrepeat #handspunyarn #sewistsofinstagram #sewover40 #shortsewists #petitesewing #mnash #nikkotop #pscozijacket

This is the @helens__closet #yorkpinafore in a buttery soft #libertyfabric corduroy from @wearethefabricstore . I lined my York to give it a bit more structure ( also quicker.. no bias binding ) it’s layered with another LS #nikkotop by @truebias . My new cold weather fav layering top. I’ve got my @theavidseamstress #avidseamstresscoat on the cray trap. A great coat that goes with everything. Today I’ll sew on ‘the button’ at last in the coat fabric. #avidseamstresspattern #sewover50 #helensclosetpatterns #truebiaspatterns #truebiasnikko #mmm2021 #memademay2021

Me Made May day 9 is me working to see if I need to hang on to all the memades in the wardrobe. I don’t reach for these @twigandtale #fernwayculottes even though I do love wearing them. I think I’m into something a little more structured at the moment?? Paired with a trusty #nikkotop in merino from @wearethefabricstore #sustainablesewing #memade #memadewardrobe #adelaidesews #handsewnwardrobe #isewmyownclothes #imakemyclothes #handmadewardrobe #sewistsofinstagram #memadeveryday #sewyourownclothes #imademyclothes #B36w33h41 #mmm24 #mmm2024 #memademay I love merino but hate how much moths love merino!

It's time again for #MyMakesForTheMonthDecember2024 #MyMakesDec24 That's a mouthful! 😁 thanks to @sewmuchtodesign for such a doable challenge 😘 This was made possible, in part, to a lot of knits, and all but two pieces were sewn using patterns I've already used at least once. In this grid you can see 2/ #pagehoodie 2/ #wbmpjpants #nikkotop #elementalskirt #hudsonpant #onyxpants 2/ #S8790 (sewhouseseven) and 2 teen-sized pj shorts from a Simplicity pattern. The fabrics are from a variety of places, oldest is about 3 years old. 5 of the pieces were gifts. I want to trace of the Page hoodie in my size, like, yesterday! It went together so nicely! Any questions, leave in comments. 😁 #sewover50december24 #sewover60

Nouvel arrivage de patrons trop trop coolos ! Entre autres, les patrons @truebias qui allient méga confort et style top tendance. Dans mes petits pref, la combi Nova Jumpsuit avec sa coupe loose et son joli dos échancré, proposé en 2 packs : - de la taille américaine 0 à 18 (équivalent français de 34 à 48 environ) - de la taille 14 à 30 (équivalent du 44 au 60,) Du confort et du style pour toutes les morphos !! ❤️ Et il y a aussi le top ou robe Nikko of course 😍😍 on ne le présente plus celui là ! (Bon, je ne résisterai peut être pas à vous en montrer 2-3 versions chéries en story ...) Petite précision : ils sont en english ! Oui je sais ... 🙂 Mais il y a des pas à pas super bien expliqués et illustrés alors n'ayez pas peur 😎 #truebias #truebiaspatterns #novajumpsuit #nikkotop #nikkodress #hudsonpant #patroncouture #coutureinclusive #bodypositive #passioncouture #jecoudsmagarderobe #instacouture #coocoolmercerie #niort #coocool

Here’s my January round-up! - @threadtheorydesigns #comoxtrunks - A snow person in my front yard (with glowing eyes intended to scare the neighbours) - @matchymatchysewingclub #allaroundcrew - @truebias #nikkotop (for Nikko month!) - Stokke Tripp Trapp chair cover from Ms. Villana designs (Etsy) - @lorepiar Scrap Sporty Thong (free pattern!) #MyMakesForTheMonth #MyMakesForTheMonthJanuary @sewmuchtodesign

My makes for the month of October! A little late, but still want to post it because I love how it’s become a record of my progress. This month was actually quite productive! Part of that I have to attribute to getting some patterns printed at the print shop rather than taping them together myself. For me, nothing is a bigger hinderance to sew-jo than the prospect of spending an entire evening cutting and taping. I figured I’d treat myself this month and have a handful of my up-and-coming project patterns printed and give myself a leg-up on actually getting to some of them, haha! In order, we have: - A grim reaper robe (no pattern, just made using my son’s size as a guide. He even helped sew it!) - @helens__closet #blackwoodcardigan (post coming soon!) - Matching @fridaypatterncompany #pogonippullovers - A @threadtheorydesigns #saywardraglan in lovely organic cotton waffle for a gift for my uncle - A @truebias #nikkotop and matching beanie to make myself a Minion for Halloween (I bought this yellow jersey on discount ages ago from @galafabrics and this is finally the right use for it! 😝💛) - A @fridaypatterncompany #donnyshirt I have some exciting sewing plans for the month of November. Send your good sew-jo vibes so that I can pull them off for an exciting early December deadline! 🤞 #MyMakesForTheMonth #mymakesforthemonthoctober24

ZQ Merino inspo! These sewists have caught our eye with some cosy and colourful makes 🥰⁠ ⁠ Melissa used our Forest Merino to make this luxurious loungewear set comprising of #ChristineHaynesDune tank, #B5457 pants and #Asukahamada top! Check out the original post by @electric.meow for all the details.⁠ ⁠ Leila made this #ToasterSweater1 in our Duck Egg shade which fits perfectly into its surroundings 💙 @leila.makes⁠ ⁠ ⁠Angela nailed the fit on this #ElysianBodysuit made in the vibrant Avocado shade! @_fingerhut⁠ ⁠ Alija @schnipp_schnipp_schnipp used our Ochre Merino to make the ever classic @papercutpatterns #RiseandFallTurtlenecks 💛 ⁠ ⁠ Donny chose the warm brown shade Acorn to make this #SaywardRaglan 🤎 Ideal for layering! @_donnyq⁠ ⁠ Jessica has decked out the whole family in our Iris Merino, from left to right they each wear a #SageTee, a #NikkoTop + #LarkTee mash-up and baby wears #Bodysuit12 💜 See more snaps @leboknits⁠ ⁠ Sara used our Moss shade to make this #TFSFogTee with the turtleneck extension! We love how the colours in this outfit look together 💚⁠ ⁠ #TFSZQMerino #TheFabricStore

I have been wanting to combine these older but amazing makes for a little while in my head😂😂do you all do that? I had a chance today to dress up for an afternoon musical and I took full advantage, popped on my new leather hat and made the dream outfit become a reality! Thanks to my hubby for supporting me and making me feel beautiful in all my quirky fashion decisions good and bad...I think this one is good but might change my mind later 😂 🤦🏼‍♀️🤷‍♀️⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Blog post link in bio:⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Overalls: @victorypatterns #sloaneoveralls colorblocked and bleached denim by me and @theyoungersmith⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Shirt: @truebias #nikkotop ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Shoes and leather hat: @nordstromrack⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Coat: leopard @papercutpatterns #sapporocoat ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ .⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #nordstromrackfinds #nordstromstyle #nordstromrack #victorypatterns #overalls #exposedzipper #colorblocking #style #sewingstyle #fashionpost #model #photoshoot #editorial #portrait #portraitphotography #fashiongram #modellife #fashionphotography #diystyle #diyootd #fashion #instadaily #stylephotography #fashionstyle

Happy Holidays!! #zadiejumpsuit @paper_theory #nikkotop @truebias #sewfancypants #s8528

The cold weather isn’t ready for all this cuteness. I have so many styling options from this collection. Very simple pieces that pack a lot of power. I had no plans to sew a mini wardrobe collection. I was simply trying to get as much use as possible from the luscious, burgandy, cable sweater knit. Seriously, I can’t get enough of this fabric. And I still have more colors to sew. 🤗 Today, on the blog, I’m sharing all the details, links, and LOTS of photos and styling options for the six pieces I made. Follow the link in my bio to SEWING BLOG POSTS to get the details. Sewn on: @babylocksewing #babylocksoprano #babylockvibrant #babylockeuphoria #babylockambassador Patterns*** Cardigan: #mccalls7476 Pants: #mccalls7415 (OOP) Tops: @truebias #nikkotop Dress: @truebias #nikkodress Skirt: @simplicity_creative_group #s8982 Fabric: @joann_stores Cable Sweater Knit & Brushed Poly Knit #mccallspatterns #simplicitypatterns #truebiaspatterns #monochromaticwardrobe #wardrobecapsule #diywardrobecapsule #sweaterknitfabric #madewithjoanns #sewing #sewinginstructor #sewingforbeginners #diyfashion #lovetosew #learntosew #sewingistherapeutic #sewover50february #diystyle #sewingbloggers #learningtosew #teachmetosew #sewingwithanita

In Colorado we still have a couple months of winter weather ahead of us so I decided to put together a plan for personal sewing for the remainder of season. It’s a bit ambitious, but I am super excited about each item.⁠ 1 - #me2053 in plaid/houdstooth suiting⁠ 2 - #truebiasmarlo in beige sweatshirting⁠ 3 - #nikkotop with full turtlneck tutorial in chestnut ribknit⁠ 4 - #landerpants with cargo pockets in green bulldenim⁠ 5 - #vogue1994 with fabric tbd⁠ If you are interested in hearing more about each project, I put together a youtube video with all the details (linkinbio).⁠ ⁠ How about you? Are you still sewing up winter items or are you already moving on to spring sewing?

Hello February! It’s time to take a look at the January makes. These are the things I made for myself during the last month. I also made a few things as gifts, but I don’t have pictures of them.. Picture 1: a red viscose #wildergown that I had planned for Christmas, but didn’t have time for. I love it! I hacked the neckline with elastic and I wear it with a leather belt. Picture 2: a washed linen #v9347 that I put a lining into. I took the picture before I put the buttons on it, but they are in now. Fabric from the lovely @kjolesenteret Picture 3: my first #toastersweater , and I am totally in love with this. It is so nice and warm, and I just snuggle up in it. I made in a petrol isoli from @selfmade_com Picture 4: My first #nikkotop , and I’ll be making more. This was made in a viscose jersey from @selfmade_com

Mother and son turtlenecks for the fall. Will not push my luck by asking him to wear his at the same time....oh, let’s be honest, I probably will—but can’t imagine he’ll agree😜. Mine is a #nikkotop of course and his is #m7379 w self-drafted turtleneck—which needed some width added as can be seen by rear dual seams. And I love doing a little patchwork when running low on fabric—swipe for the sleeve close-up. Rib knit from @lafinchfabrics

My Pinterest inspiration folders are overflowing with outfits I want to sew. And this is one that I can check off my list. 🤗 I’m loving ALL of it! It’s the class, the comfort, the dramatic lines, the fit, and the versatility for me. Whew! I can also see it being worn with my new vintage swing coat and a pair of short black gloves. Oooooohhhhh! My gosh!!! 😲 Check out the new blog post with all the details, photos of how I created the asymmetrical hem, and close ups of the top inside/out. There’s also a little two for one surprise. 🤭 ******************** Pattern*** Top: @truebias #nikkotop Pants: @simplicity_creative_group #v9302 ******************** Fabric*** Top: Midweight Rib Knit from @joann_stores Pants: Lightweight Linen Blend from @joann_stores ****************** Sewn on @babylocksewing #babylocksoorano #babyloxkvibrant #babylockeuphoria #babylockambassador ******************** #truebiaspatterns #voguepatterns #nikkotop #nikkotophacks #nikkopatternhack #sewing #sewinginstructor #sewingforbeginners #diyfashion #lovetosew #learntosew #sewingistherapeutic #sewover50march #sew50tops #diystyle #sewingbloggers #learningtosew #teachmetosew #sewingwithanita

Planning my first ever #makenine and given my output last year and the fact that Seattle remains locked down, I’m going to try to do a “make nine” each quarter of 2021. I’m hoping this’ll help me focus on making things in season and get to projects long on my list. So here we go, from top left: 1. #caramelsweater by @petiteknit — maybe in a light grey? 2. Knitted #kumulusbouse by @petiteknit — this has been on my list forever and I got the yarn and pattern for Christmas 3. A simple knitted beanie — I made this one a year or two ago and it’s easily my most worn hat. I want to make another! Pattern is self-drafted 4. #marisbralette — already bought a kit from @mmadalynne and excited to sew more intimates this year 5. Another @truebias #nikkotop but this time in navy 6. Probably my most intimidating goal, a #jasikablazer — starting the @closetcorepatterns course to go along with it and bought the supplies kit, too 7. A nice wool @republiqueduchiffon #manteaugerard — I’ve already tackled cutting out this PITA pattern 😉 8. Love my @megannielsenpatterns #dawnjeans but I don’t wear this bright yellow pair much. I’d like to make another pair in a blue denim. 9. A simple wool a-line skirt, probably #s1370 which I own. (Image is inspo from aritizia) This might be an ambitious plan but IDK! Wish me luck! #makenine2021

Happy New Year! ✨🥂 #topnine2021 #myyearinsewing 1. #m7974 2. #papertheorypatterns #zadiejumpsuit 3. #patternscoutcomfiloungeset 4. #sewliberated #hinterlanddress 5. #v9315 6. #m7946 7. make 9 2021 patterns & fabric 8. #m7969 with matching scrunchie 9. #truebias #nikkotop #handmadewardrobe #sewingrecap2021 #bestnine #bestnine2021 #topninesewing #ilovesewing #memadeeveryday

Sometimes I am just blown away by what my lovely customers do with their purchases! Early in the Spring @making.diary stopped in, searching for the perfect fabrics with which to create the vision she held for her mother of the groom ensemble. After putting together many combinations she chose a cotton/TENCEL/spandex jersey for the #nikkotop @truebias & a drapey Lyocell for the wide leg pants, #s8885. Channeling @alabamachanin she used their Magdalena stencil to airbrush the motif on her jersey, then did hand embroidery and reverse appliqué to complete the surface design. Working throughout the summer, “it was a labor of deep love for my son and new daughter’s wedding.” So fitting. When you think of it, a child is a becoming process that takes years so the clothes to help them celebrate one of life’s milestones should not happen overnight, either! #motherofthegroom #alabamachanin #nikkotop #s8885 #deeplove #minneapolissews #sewingloungemn #neighborhoodfabricstore #modernfabric #garmentfabric #memade #sewover50 #tcsewists #stpaulfabricshop #womanownedbusiness

This cold wintery day reminded me to post these photos from a few months ago. Unisex jacket pattern by @simplicity_creative_group #s9388 in size M. The fabric is wool blend from @joann_stores . The fit is nicely oversized fit, perfect over thick sweat underneath. After these photos were taken, I noticed the pocket bottom peaks from the hem when you put your hands in, so I attached it by thread chain to the side seam. I’m wearing one of my all time favorite patterns by @truebias #marlosweater in wool boucle from @fabricplacebasement and #nikkotop underneath and @megannielsenpatterns #mnash in stretchy corduroy.

Our new denim pants are done, with a big thanks to the wonders of #wondertape - Pattern is #v1644 and fabric is rigid Italian denim from @fabricanastore - probably our favourite trousers of all. Lots and lots of top stitching but if you love the Lander Pants and want a more tailored version, this is it. Paired with the #nikkotop #voguepatterns #catsofsewists #sewistsofinstagram #sewersgonnasew #sewcialist #asiansewists #sewinglife #memade #memadeeveryday #diy #widelegpants #denimpants #trousers #matteo #catsofinstagram #catsoftheworld #tuxedocat #catstagram #catsruleeverythingaroundme

New autumn accessories, ahoy! Personally we think the Human looks a little like Shaft but she's leaning into it... Purse: base pattern is #v7982 by #voguepatterns but with added quilting and flap variation, self drafted. Leather: yellow lambskin, chain and hardware all from @lonsdaleleather Lining: cotton poplin is #carolineherreradeadstock from @moodfabrics Felted hat: #rainshadehat by @emilylimelightdesigns Wool: @cascadeyarns #ecowool (Trouser jeans are #v1831 by @carlosvoguepatterns and denim from @atex_fabrics and top is #nikkotop by @truebias and sweater knit from @dressew ) #memadebag #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #diy #quiltedpurse #yellowpurse #lonsdaleleather #sewist #catsofsewists #tuxedocatsofinstagam #matteo #autumnwardrobe

🌞#memademay2022 Day 8🌞 Have missed the last few days as is #memademay tradition 🙃 but back with my 🐊 🪡vintage simplicity #s9925 mens coveralls in cotton drill from @spotlightstores made late 2019 🪡@truebias #nikkotop in floral mesh from @wearethefabricstore made 2022 #bisforbryanna #handmadethreads #sewingtall #mmm2022 #memademay22 [Image description: tall, pale, redhead in black coveralls with a mesh turtleneck standing in front of a chainlink fence with trash on the ground]

Had a blast tonight supporting Rain City Rock Camp at their annual Galaween! 🎃 Thanks for inviting us @xo_levy !! Our table had a 70s Disco Glam/Studio 54 theme. Pants are a hacked McCall’s #m7910 Top is @truebias #nikkotop All fabric is from Joann’s. #imademycostume #imadethis #halloweensewing #gallaween

#memademay2023 week 2 round up. Lots of focus on practical and comfy again this week. Monday was teacher only day so #m7908 overalls and #fibremoodnorma in gingham. Bonus Star Wars undercollar… Tuesday was teacher strike day but I helped with the geography field trip so needed warm clothes for scrambling on rocks #hughoodie and pompom hat Wednesday: #tfscasspants #fibremoodnorma #cardiganno4 #pressedflowerscowl Thursday was freezing and busy so I only managed a selfie on the way out in the rain rugged up in a #holidayslipover over an #olyashirt Friday was more warm gear with the first #nikkotop in merino this winter under a #saturdayskirtset hack with my gorgeous #ranunculussweater over top Today I also got sick, again but still had to work Saturday doing Healthy Harbour watchers with students so rugged up well in #hughoodie #closetcoremorgan and rtw puffer. Sunday still sick but perked up enough in the afternoon to start my Emmi jacket toile. Wore my #m7908 overalls again with a #skullduggerytop Hoping for a less frantic week this week. #ootd #memademay #memade #nzsews #wearethefabricstore #sewsewsew #petitesewist

One turtleneck, two looks, fresh haircut. A much needed black @truebias #nikkotop . I wear my beige one so much, I realized I also needed it in black. Goes. With. Everything. Fabric from @stitchsewshop . . . . . . First outfit paired with a me-made #M7476 @mccallpatterncompany cardigan that I made in fall 2018. Second outfit paired with @peppermintmagazine and @inthefolds #peppermintwidelegpants I made very recently in a stretch animal print denim from @joann_stores . . . . . . #sewing #sew #sewist #sewistsofinstagram #sewists #memade #memadeeveryday #handmadewardrobe #imakemyownclothes #sewcialist #imadethis #mccallspatterns #mccalls #mccallspatterncompany #truebias #truebiaspatterns #truebiasnikkotop #nikkotopanddress #peppermintmagazine #inthefoldspatterns #inthefoldswidelegpants #joannfabrics #sewwithstitch #showittostitch

First, Thank you all so much for the wonderful response to my swimsuit post earlier this week. Second, I meant to post this outfit yesterday but was busy getting my child off to school, helping my parents move appliances, and speed sewing a baby gift. This was my attempt at #sewhappycolor yesterday. Although it’s hard to tell in this photo, there are bits of orange in the flowers on my top. This winter I’ve been having fun layering my grey @truebias #nikkotop under my warm weather tops. As such, I decided I needed another one. This one made in bamboo french terry purchased from @pdxsewingstudio turned out to be a perfect match for my @annamariahorner rayon #1930sbutterflyblouse . While I love the way winter forces me to get creative with my wardrobe, I’m anxiously awaiting weather that allows me to throw on a simple summer dress without thinking.

I’m calling time early on my 2023 Make 9, I have one current WIP and it isn’t either of the patterns I didn’t get to! I’m pretty pleased I managed to get 7/9 finished, that’s not bad going… 1) #heatherblazer 2) #saturdayskirtset (made two tops and one skirt, never worn them together 😅) 3) #nikkotop 4) #talmultisleevemididress 5) #dawnjeans 6) #meridiandress (not made) 7) #cottesloeswimsuit (not made) 8) #msjessejumpsuit 9) #closetcoremitchell Out of the 7 I made, 5 have been real winners in my wardrobe. Only the Heather and the Mitchell’s haven’t been regularly worn, I just don’t love the Heather on me, and there’s something about the fabric I made the Mitchell’s in which freaks me out when I wear them 😅😅😅 so I might give them another go some time in a wool suiting! #makenine2033 #yearlyroundup

✨me-mades on the go ✨ • So grateful I could wear clothes by me and for me on a family trip earlier this summer. • Top from #SaturdaySkirtSet @fridaypatterncompany and #ClosetCorePietra @closetcorepatterns in #BFSandwashedCotton @blackbirdfabrics • #NikkoTop @truebias and #ClosetCoreFiore @closetcorepatterns in more @blackbirdfabrics favorites: bamboo rib knit and ecovero twill • #OlyaShirt @paper_theory in a lovely linen • #NikkoDress @truebias in more bamboo rib knit from @blackbirdfabrics • Can you tell I’m obsessed with Blackbird? • #SewistsOfInstagram #IMadeThis #HomeMadeWardrobe #FatSewing #CurvySewing #SewQueer #PlusSize #SewersOfInstagram #ISewMyOwnClothes #Sewing #MadeByMe #SewCurvy #InstaSew #SewingCommunity #HandmadeClothes #PlusSizeSewing #MeMadeEveryDay #MeMadeWardrobe

Finally cool enough in NYC to wear black comfortably. 🥵 My new(ish) slouchy Pietra pants in a soft viscose twill from Metrotextiles. I should have made the version with the zipper as the waist is too big. I improvised by adding a pull tie to the back. Worn with my Blackbird Fabrics Nikko top. ❤️ @blackbirdfabrics @closetcorepatterns @truebias @metrotextilesnyc #pietrapants #nikkotop

It’s cold, and I needed some more warm tops, so I decided to use a remnant of merino and add some sleeves to the #dewtop to make something to keep me cosy at work! It was pretty straightforward to add the armscye of the Nikko top onto the Dew bodice, but I wish I had added a bit of length to the shoulder seam when I traced it off. I didn’t think about the fact that the Nikko is drafted to sit so close to the chest across the front, but the cowl neck from the Dew would benefit from a bit more fabric to decrease the tension created by the sleeves across the front bodice and help with the drape of the cowl. Lesson learned for next time! Pattern: @fridaypatterncompany #dewtop with the #nikkotop sleeves Fabric: @wearethefabricstore merino jersey in Vanilla Mods: added sleeves, straightened hemline. #fridaypatterncompany #dewtop #patternhack #thefabricstore #thefabricstoremerino #wintersewing #wellingtonsews #nzsews #kirstenshandmadewardrobe

Me Made May day 19 Or day whatever. I think I'm hitting the mid month slump. Or I've been dealing with a sick kiddo the past few days. It took a lot of effort to take pictures today. But I'm still getting dressed. Shirt: Nikko Top by @truebias Vest: self drafted, but if you wanted to make a similar one you could make the Ruby Vest by Sydney Graham #nikkotop #memademay #memademay2025 #midsizesewing #kirstensews

Wow, here we are already with week 2 of #memademay2025’s outfits - and something of a purple theme… Bonus kitten pic at the end to reward anyone who scrolls all the way through (and yes, they do have a lovely soft bed they can sleep in…) 😄 Day 8 - a cotton lawn #ParkLaneDress with a @petiteknit #stockholmslipover Day 9 - a @closetcorepatterns #blancaflightsuit in cotton twill Day 10 - my newly knitted @kolibri.by_johanna #PietSweater in @kaosyarn with a pair of jeans from Vinted Day 11 - @truebias #nikkotop with a @newcrafthouse #ncheverydaywaistcoat and those Vinted jeans again - I felt so seventies in this! Day 12 - a repeat offender in the form of my #kewbellojumpsuit Day 13 - visiting at @Stonemountainfabric in my Liberty #carmeljumpsuit - such a good haul…

Look, I left my house. Do I look wet? It’s because I am. Wearing #pomonapnts, #nikkotop and #genrashirt. #memademay #memademay2025

Me Made May day 13 Even though it's cold again, this outfit feels so sunny and happy. Instead of wrapping the ties like a normal wrap top, I just tied the wrap in a giant bow, and I really love the visual interest. And shout out to my neighbor who let me take pictures in her back garden where she painted all these happy sunflowers. Shirt: Nikko Top by @truebias Wrap: Peppermint Wrap Top by @peppermintmagazine #nikkotop #peppermintwraptop #memademay2025 #memademay #midsizesewing #sewing #kirstensews #ootd

#MeMadePacking: Honeymoon Edition In April, I went on my honeymoon to Paris, Athens, and Crete and took an almost exclusively #memade wardrobe with me. Both as carry-on only girlie and knowing that I didn’t want to carry a wheeled suitcase around, I packed everything in my Cotopaxi Allpa 35L and Courtney Duffle. In the months leading up to the trip, I did a ton of research on the different climates and general fashion styles — and then planned out my travel capsule wardrobe accordingly. On slide two, I’ve listed out everything I packed for the trip and on slide 20, I included some notes on what I wore, didn’t wear, and what wasn’t captured on photo. And, of course, all the photos in between capture the daily OOTDs. List of Patterns Included: #NoraTee @sew.lalapatterns #BasicInstincT @sasha_secondopiano #UTChandlerPants @untitledthoughts #HeleneJeans @annaallenclothing #SaturdaySkirtSet @fridaypatterncompany #AvaPlaysuit @edgewaterave #AveryLeggings @helens__closet #BlommaTank @paradisepatterns #LockhartDress @helens__closet #HamptonJeanJacket @alinadesignco #ButanoButtonUp @fridaypatterncompany #NikkoTop @truebias #MNCottesloe @megannielsenpatterns #FoxieBoxies @bygraciesteel #FennelFannyPack @noodlehead531 #CourtneyDuffle @ithinksew #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #sewistsofinstagram #imakemyownclothes #millennialsewing

Fit check: Memade edition It is a bit wild to see all of these outfits collected together like this but I feel a sense of pride to see all the things I have made and styles🥹 Details ✨ 1. RTW jumper and #nhsienna trousers 2. RTW jeans and #banteautop 3. RTW jeans and #srpaula 4. Friday pattern co #flaneurpants #butanobuttonup 5. #nhsiennatrousers and #patinablouse 6. Tilly and the buttons #sewingmabel 7. #ogdencami and #fibermoodbetty 8. #butanobuttonup #auraskirt 9. #nikkotop #sparkletop and RTW pants 10. #vikisews_cynthia and RTW pants 11. #knipmode 2024 and #fibermoodbetty 12.RTW pants and #lennetop 13. #coveslipdress and thrifted blazer

Finally feeling well enough to wear and get pics of my second #teddydress @mykeepernz in linen denim @wearethefabricstore I sized up for this one so I could wear as a pinafore style dress for winter. I used cream top stitching to make the panels stand out. Raised the low neckline slightly. Worn with a merino #nikkotop for the frostiest morning of the year and my quilted #fibremoodmolly jacket. Very comfy and versatile. #sewing #mykeeper #wearethefabricstore #dunedinsews #memade #ootd #wintermakes #teacherswhosew #sewingworkwear

N I K K O• winter woolies are my jam atm, and this #nikkotop from @truebias is going to get alot of wear. Made from @wearethefabricstore plum #merino 🌸 purchased 2 years ago 👌🏼 From 1.2m I was able to make this top and the blomma tank on my previous post. Size: 10, view B.

ESP ¡En mi era blanca y ocre, por lo que parece! 1. Un #nikkotop, de @truebias, con el cuello redondeado (hay un tutorial de cómo hacerlo en la página web de True Bias) y tela de @gingertea.es 2. Con el sobrante de la tela anterior, una #stellantee, de @frenchnavynow_ (patrón gratuito) 3. Otro #nikkotop con el cuello redondeado, con tela también de @gingertea.es 4. Con la tela que sobraba de la camiseta anterior, un #kilatank, de @allieolson.patterns 5. Una #declicpattern, de @atelierscammit (patrón gratuito) con tela de @atelierbrunette comprada en @gingertea.es 6. Un #ashtontop, de @helens__closet, con un trocito de tela de algodón minúsculo salido de a saber dónde 7. Otro #kilatank, con tela comprada en Londres, en @raystitch, paraíso terrenal de la costura 8. Un #unionstank, de @heyjunehandmade, con tela de @ilovekutchi y lo que sobró de tela de puño de la camiseta anterior 🪡🪡🪡🪡🪡 ENG On my white and ochre era, I guess! 1. A @truebias #nikkotop, with a crew neck hack (there is a tutorial on her website), fabric from @gingertea.es 2. With the scraps, a #stellantee, from @frenchnavenow_ (it’s a free pattern) 3. Another #nikkotop with a crew neck hack, with fabric from @gingertea.es 4. With the scraps, a #killatank, from @allieolson.patterns 5. A #declicpattern, from @atelierscammit (it’s a free pattern) with @atelierbrunette fabric purchased from @gingertea.es 6. An #ashtontop, by @helens_closet, with a tiny piece of cotton fabric from who knows where 7. Another #kilatank, with fabric bought in London, at @raystitch, sewing paradise on earth 8. A #unionstank, from @heyjunehandmade, with fabric from @ilovekutchi and what was left of t-shirt number 7

Felt like ages waiting to make this but really the pattern was only released a month ago… Saundra skirt out for its first outing today! . 🖤 pattern: @hisydgraham #saundraskirt (worn with @truebias #nikkotop) 🤍 fabric: 1/4” gingham from @minervadotcom (and @blackbirdfabrics bamboo rib) . . . #sydgrahampatterns #minervamakers #minervafabrics #bfribknit #blackbirdfabrics

What a lovely #MeMadeMay2025! Feeling very content with my wardrobe and definitely saw the benefit to using the three word method to frame my clothing choices this month. Here are some of my fave outfits! Patterns of the month are @truebias #nikkotop (lots of hacked versions), @vikisews #vikisews_blair and @georgias_portfolio #gpaliskirt. And a little shout out for some MMM menswear: the @wardrobebymepatterns #WBMjensenshirt ✂️ More reflections, as well as some future sewing inspiration, over on Substack (link in bio). Thanks for following along and for everyone taking part too for the sewing and styling inspiration 🥰

Day 30 of #memademay2025 and I'm glad to be getting this combo on my new grid. I'm wearing the #stratapants by @papercutpatterns and the #heatherblazer by @fridaypatterncompany made in a buffalo check linen from @wearethefabricstore Underneath is my fav #nikkotop by @truebias patterns. I'm headed down the coast for some exciting sewing this weekend via a party at Batemans Bay. It's going to be a great weekend. #isew #isewmyownclothes #sewover50 #memademay25 #memademay #sewover50may

#memademay day….???? is it over yet…??? Family work day today to 1) do a neighbourhood clean up and then 2) build a freaking climbing wall in our backyard 🤯 Wore my upcycled-ring-sling @helens__closet #ardenpants and a @truebias #nikkotop with a scoop neckline Now excuse me while I collapse into a puddle and eat chips… 🫠 #memademay2025 #mmm2025 #memadeeveryday #imakemyownclothes

👖 C O E T R O U S E R S 👖 My second pair of Coe trousers and I’m just as impressed with them as the first pair! They fit like the cinch -waist- barrel-legged dream pants pattern that they are! 👌🏽 Pattern: Coe Trousers by @daughterjudypatterns Size 10 Mods: Shortened legs by 3cm Fabric: Indigo denim (non-stretch) from @wovenstoriestextiles Suggestions: One tip for making jeans is to use a specific jeans needle to make it through the bulkiness of denim, especially around the pockets and waistband… and be prepared for one or two to break! 😬 Also my heavy duty Singer couldn’t make the buttonhole using the automatic buttonhole feature, so I had to get my little old Singer out to make a manual buttonhole like a complete peasant 😂 we got there in the end, and no fingers were sewn together…. Worn with my all time favourite #nikkotop #coetrousers #daughterjudy #daughterjudypatterns #woventextilestories #denimsewing #jeanspattern #pantssewingpattern #jeanssewing #indiesewing

Day 10. #nikkotop. Also wearing netta pants but I don’t like them that much and can’t be bothered with taking photos. Niko tops are a staple in my winter wardrobe. I have three and will be making more for next winter. #memademay #memademay2025

Swimsuit part 2! Since I wanted 3 colors I had to buy 3 yards which meant enough fabric for multiple suits. Same patterns as before, a hacked up @truebias #nikkotop and @greenstyle_patterns #unpluggedshorts with additional modifications from my last set. I did accidentally mix my fronts so this rash guard is more blue and the other one is more purple, but to this one I added a built-in shelf bra so I don't have to wear over a bikini top, and since these are technically the liners of the unplugged shorts I added a brief liner. Now I have 4 different options between the two rash guards and two shorts I have made, plus one bikini top and I technically have another cut out although the built in bra in this rash guard means I really don't need to finish it. I'm really happy with this set, I'm so glad to have my ideal swimwear complete! #handmadewardrobe #millennialsewing #diyfashion #msmakes #ncsews

I grabbed a copy of this pants pattern the moment it was released - the Denton Pants by @carlyrobbinsnewyork . The slouch! The piping! The pockets! The shape! I just loved everything about the design. This version was supposed to be my toile, but I’m pretty pleased with how the pants turned out, so they have been moved into the wardrobe rotation. There’s plenty of room in these babies, so I decided to make a size S, but I think I could use the length of the M or even the L for a more relaxed vibe. Next time! I added thread chains to the bottom of the side seams so I can use optional ankle ties when I’m in the mood. Worn here with some quick sew tops in matching ribbed knit, plus some other wardrobe items I was trying the pants on with (and decided I might as well take photos of those outfits while I was at it). Pattern:#dentonpants by @carlyrobbinsnewyork #carlyrobbinsnewyork Fabric: Poly cotton blend (and matching rib knit) from @darncheapfabrics ; dusty pink piping from the stash Tops: Long sleeved top is the #nikkotop without the mock turtleneck and the tank is copied from RTW

This has been another slow sewing year so far. I did go to Montreal in early May and found some bright, happy fabrics that I am now finding time to make up. I made up these #saguaroset pants in a slightly mysterious fabric from Tonitex. It has a bit of stretch, but is also a light, crepe-like texture. It's a great weight for a summer pant. I adjusted the width of the waistband for 1 inch elastic; I also lengthened the pants to be full length rather than cropped and finished with a deep hem. I made an XXL. . I paired these pants with an older make #nikkotop #memadeonrepeat

A week back home featuring my first Nikko, which I shortened into a cheeky belly top. Perfect for May in the city, when the beer garden calls. 🍺 📞 ☀️ 🌳 Fabric is Blackbird’s rib knit. @truebias @blackbirdfabrics #nikkotop

MMM Day 30 | 31 - This is a top I’ve never posted on the grid - the Nikko Top from True Bias, made in a sleeveless version in bamboo knit. The skirt is an old Simplicity make which I tailored this week to fit a little better, which included redoing most of the topstitching. But it’s made from a khaki stretch cotton that I love. TOP: #nikkotop @truebias SKIRT: #S9825 #mmm25 #memademay2025 #mmmay2025 #memade #memadeeveryday #handmadewardrobe #isew #wearhandmade #memade #diywardrobe #imakemyclothes #sewover50 #ilovesewing #slowfashion #sewityourself #ilovetosew #diyfashion #diydressmaker #mindfulstitching #cousumain #DIYcouture #jecouds #jeportecequejecouds #patrondecouture

okay but how is it still may? day 28 is a pattern classic; the #nikkotop from @truebias. I threw this together quickly from 1m of buttery-soft bamboo jersey from @1stforfabrics #memademay #memademay2025 #sewistofinstagram #imakemyownclothes #handmadeclothes

NIKKO & HATTIE - Me Made May Day 23! Today I didn’t feel like following a prompt, and just wanted to wear my new comfy pants. These are the @tianasclosetsewingpatterns #hattiepants. It’s one of the many free patterns she has available. I compared the crotch depth of these pants with the Saguaro pants, decided not to make any fit adjustments and went for it. And I’m happy! I did make some other adjustments: I omitted the side seam, decreased the seam allowance for attaching the waist band (used a 3 cm elastic) and added a drawstring. The fabric is a @atelierbrunette crepe that is super airy and I hope this too will be great to wear in hot and humid Malaysia! I’m also wearing my latest @truebias #nikkotop I wear my dark blue version so often I decided I also wanted to have one in black. It’s in a rib cotton from @textielstad 📏: Size S for the pants, size 6 graded to 8 at the hips for the top #handmade #memade #memademay #memademay2025 #memadeeveryday

A #nikkotophack tennis dress and #nenupharlysimaque jacket for day 21 of #memademay2025. I still flip-flop on this dress but I really enjoy the zip front and black collar I added to this @truebias #nikkotop. (I toy with cutting it in two to make a top and skirt instead...) And my blue corduroy jacket from @lysimaque_sew has to be the most worn thing I've ever worn. The finishing would be better if I made it today but I don't think I'd love it any more. Tennis dress in blue striped rib knit from @rainbowfabrickilburn and my blue cord from a shop on Goldhawk Road, many, many moons ago. #memademay

#MeMadeMay Day 11 🌼 These two pieces work so well together, I can’t believe this is the first time I’ve paired them. Top: @truebias #NikkoTop in @blackbirdfabrics jersey Skirt: Self-drafted in @polytexstoffen cotton knit #memademay2025 #memadeonrepeat #sewinginspiration #summersewing #bfjersey #polytexstoffen

#memademay2025 Day 8! Today I am wearing a @truebias #nikkotop hack using the crew neck tutorial from their blog. I made this quite a while ago - I think this is made out of a grey bamboo ribbing. #sewistsofinstagram

Catching up on Me Made May 😎. I’m pretty happy with how this Nikko Top body con dress turned out. Once all the fabric pieces are cut, it’s a fun sew! Fabric: 1.5m medium weight bamboo rib knit @blackbirdfabrics Pattern: Nikko Top (View A) @truebias Pattern modifications: I extended the length by almost 2’ —@truebias has a tutorial on their blog for this; left the armhole facing out instead of sewing in. Added a slit to the side. I love this pattern + dress combo. It’s SO COMFY, I can live in it. It’s a good dress for goofing around. Chloe, our black loves it, too. She likes being carried around and has taken a liking to certain fabrics I wear. 😸 I’ve been slowly building up my garment-sewing skills this month. I’m proud of this make—it made me crush my “fear” of/aversion to working with knit fabrics. Truth: It was more fear of the unknown—different needles, using clear elastic or stretchy tape to stabilize, different stitches. Adding to the challenge, I also had to redo the entire dress because the previous style (long sleeves and loose fit) just didn’t work for me. That meant ripping a ton of stretch and overlock stitches, which is a process I dislike. It’s part of why I avoid alterations, but I am trying to learn to make modifications for a better fit and I didn’t want to waste the beautiful fabric (plus it’s not cheap). Thankfully I did most of it while watching late night shows. 😅 #memademay2021 #mmmay #mmmay2021 #memadewardrobe #sewistsofinstagram #sewingismytherapy #sewingpatterns #truebias #truebiasnikko #nikkotopdress #sewingwithknits #bbfribknit #eatplaytravelcraftjoy

Ngl: When it comes to sewing, I love being influenced! I have @junolovesthread to thank for introducing me to this gorgeous print. I can't tell you how many of her makes I've saved to my "make a dress" collection here on IG. She's a sewing icon. Pattern: A hacked #truebiasnikko from @truebias Fabric: "Riviera wine and dine" by @anthea.jacklin, from @spoonflower. I love so many of her designs. #spoonflowermodernjersey #handmadewardrobe #memade #lovetosew #nikkodress #truebias #sewmystyle

#ootd is the #nikkodress by @truebias I cut it off at tunic length and reduced the size of neckband #truebiasnikko #truebiaspatterns

#memademay day 25, phoning it in with a very old #mndarlingranges dress and another #truebiasnikko dress underneath.

i made this #grainlinefarrow dress in uhhh 2018. drafted an all-in-one facing and got rid of the back closure. i like how the pockets come together. thing underneath is another #truebiasnikko. i’ll make several more of those as soon as i find more knit yardage at the thrift. . . #memademay2025 day 14

Day 7 of #memademay2025 and it’s a oldie but a goodie Today I’m wearing the #nikkodress by @truebias which I think is my favourite pattern ever 😄 #memaymade #truebiaspatterns #truebias #truebiasnikko #sewingproject

#cleodungareedress in strawberry print i got at an estate sale in LA a few years ago. #truebiasnikko in thrifted black cotton knit. . #memademay2025 day 3

#memademay2025 day 2: True Bias Nikko dress in a stripey @knitoriousfabric Floral Wars. Nothing really to say about this one bc I just love it 😁 * #memademay2025day2 #memademay #asianswhosew #asiansewists #pocwhosews #truebiasnikko #knitoriousfabric #starwarssewing #handmadewardobe

Today we are focusing in on one of our most popular patterns, the Nikko top and dress. We love it on it's own or paired with so many of our other patterns. It's become such a staple in many handmade wardrobes. ⁠ We have a full photo sewalong as well as multiple Nikko hacks on our site.⁠ #nikkotop #nikkodress #truebiasnikko

Copied @sewariasew and just had to make a lil vest with the leftover fabric after my Block Party Pants. Tbh, I’m not stoked on it. This is my third iteration of this pattern and I’m still figuring out all the right mods for my body. However, it’s a free pattern and it’s wearable! //Pattern: #purlsohoquiltedvest @purlsoho @purlsohobusyhands, size S. #freesewingpattern ! //Mods: Modified neckline to be more v-neck and cropped the length. Finished the edges with bias binding instead using a lining. //Fabric: Pre-quilted cotton for the main and quilting cotton for the bias binding, both from @joann_stores. Worn with a #truebiasnikko square neck hack and, obvs, my #blockpartypants. #freepattern #purlsoho #purlsohobusyhands #quiltedvest #sewing #thanksimadeit #memade

Birthday Nikko dress made in stretch velvet inspired by the lovely @junolovesthread and @truebias — took a bit to get the fit right bc this fabric has less stretch than is recommended and I needed to get it over my head! It’s about 33% horizontal stretch - a poly stretch velvet from @joann_stores. I would love to find a non-polyester stretch velvet if I made it again. I made a 12 in the neck, arms and chest, a 6 in the waist (I also raised the waistline 1”), and an 8 hip. I raised the slit by 5” and added that 5” back to the bottom to keep the length. I ended up splitting the back pattern piece into two thinking I would take it in there but ended up not doing it—though I like having the back seam there so I can tell which side is the front and which is the back! 🤪 My measurements at present are 35”b, 28.5”w, 39”hip, and 5’7” tall. Hope this helps someone! It’s such a timeless pattern! #truebiasnikko #truebiasnikkodress #sewingaddict #lovesewing #thanksimadeit #sewistsofinstagram

Now for #makenine2025 - I picked up a serger so leaning toward some stretchier fabrics this year: 1) Given that I have a sweater still to finished from 2024, going to moderate some ambitions and get through some of my sock yarn stash 2) A basic stretch dress - the #sewoveritheather 3) Some #closetcorecarolyn pjs from a thrifted flannel bedsheet 4) Some elevated leggings - #closetcoreonyx 5) Picked up some beautiful yarn in Portugal from #retrosariarosapomar - not sure if it will be a hat or neck warmer (or both), but trying to keep knits simpler this year 6) An entry for Gus- a different style Henley the #lovenotionsdockside 7) trying out the #grainlinearcher for a tailored shirt out of forest green corduroy 8) Filling in some basic layering needs with a #truebiasnikko top or two 9) Couldn’t resist having one knit sweater on the list and I’ve been meaning to use this beautiful mint #anthologyyarnco yarn for a cardigan like this #petiteknitaprilcardigan

This is the @helens__closet #yorkpinafore in a buttery soft #libertyfabric corduroy from @wearethefabricstore . I lined my York to give it a bit more structure ( also quicker.. no bias binding ) it’s layered with another LS #nikkotop by @truebias . My new cold weather fav layering top. I’ve got my @theavidseamstress #avidseamstresscoat on the cray trap. A great coat that goes with everything. Today I’ll sew on ‘the button’ at last in the coat fabric. #avidseamstresspattern #sewover50 #helensclosetpatterns #truebiaspatterns #truebiasnikko #mmm2021 #memademay2021

10 things that will change your life...⁠ ⁠ 1-10: A high-quality fabric crafted from a blend of mid-weight cotton and spandex. ⁠ 🤣 We’re a fabric shop did you think it was going to be life advice? 🤣 If you were well, we actually have 42 🌈⁠ things that will change your life. HA! ⁠ ⁠ Fabric facts:⁠ Midweight Cotton Jersey in Citron💛, Turquoise🩵, Magenta🩷, and Raspberry❤️. Content: Cotton/Spandex⁠ Width: 60”⁠ Stretch: 60%⁠ ⁠ Pattern suggestions:⁠ * @truebias #truebiaszoey (up to size 30)⁠ * @tessutifabrics #brigittetop (up to size 16)⁠ * @truebias #truebiasnikko (up to size 18)⁠ * @cashmerette #appletondress (up to size 32)⁠ * @threadtheorydesigns Mens #strathconahenley (up to size XL)⁠ * @cashmerette #concordtshirt (up to size 32)⁠ #fabric #fabricstore #fabrics #fabricshop #fabriclove #smallbusiness #sewing #sew #stylemakerfabrics #sewista #memade #handmadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #knitfabric #jerseyknit ⁠ ⁠

10 things that will change your life...⁠ ⁠ 1-10: A high-quality fabric crafted from a blend of mid-weight cotton and spandex. ⁠ 🤣 We’re a fabric shop did you think it was going to be life advice? 🤣 If you were well, we actually have 42 🌈⁠ things that will change your life. HA! ⁠ ⁠ Fabric facts:⁠ Midweight Cotton Jersey in Citron💛, Turquoise🩵, Magenta🩷, and Raspberry❤️. Content: Cotton/Spandex⁠ Width: 60”⁠ Stretch: 60%⁠ ⁠ Pattern suggestions:⁠ * @truebias #truebiaszoey (up to size 30)⁠ * @tessutifabrics #brigittetop (up to size 16)⁠ * @truebias #truebiasnikko (up to size 18)⁠ * @cashmerette #appletondress (up to size 32)⁠ * @threadtheorydesigns Mens #strathconahenley (up to size XL)⁠ * @cashmerette #concordtshirt (up to size 32)⁠ #fabric #fabricstore #fabrics #fabricshop #fabriclove #smallbusiness #sewing #sew #stylemakerfabrics #sewista #memade #handmadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #knitfabric #jerseyknit ⁠ ⁠

This is the @helens__closet #yorkpinafore in a buttery soft #libertyfabric corduroy from @wearethefabricstore . I lined my York to give it a bit more structure ( also quicker.. no bias binding ) it’s layered with another LS #nikkotop by @truebias . My new cold weather fav layering top. I’ve got my @theavidseamstress #avidseamstresscoat on the cray trap. A great coat that goes with everything. Today I’ll sew on ‘the button’ at last in the coat fabric. #avidseamstresspattern #sewover50 #helensclosetpatterns #truebiaspatterns #truebiasnikko #mmm2021 #memademay2021

My very first post on this account, so I thought I'd start with sewing plans for 2023, and what better way than my #makenine2023 plans! I've been doing #makenine privately for a few years now, although usually struggling to find nine patterns that I want to make at the start of the year. This year is different (I already have more than 9 planned), so these are my 9 patterns I've not sewn before: 1. Megan Nielsen Dawn Jeans #mndawnjeans 2. Simplicity 9133 #s9133 3. Megan Nielsen Hovea Jacket #mnhovea 4. Chalk and Notch Joy Jacket #chalkandnotchpatterns #joyjacketpattern 5. Noodlehead Making Backpack #noodleheadmakingbackpack 6. True Bias Zoey Tank #truebiaszoey 7. Chalk and Notch Fringe Dress #chalkandnotchpatterns #fringedresspattern 8. True Bias Nikko Top #truebiasnikko 9. Atelier Jupe Charlie Sweater #atelierjupe #charliesweater

Never too many Nikko tops imo (I think this is my 8th) . 🌼 patterns: @truebias Nikko (collar is about half the height of the pattern piece) worn with @bellalovespatterns Anna skirt (a wearable toile, see my previous post on it for more info) 🌼 fabric: @gstreetfabrics remnant room find (@kailacreating and @megmadesewing when are we going to match??) . . #nikkotop #truebias #truebiasnikko #truebiaspatterns #blpanna #bellalovespatterns

Riviera Wine and Dine in a Nikko Dress 🍷🍝🍅 . Jillian has used my print inspired by all the yummy foods along the Riviera and made the most gorgeous dress, a hacked version of the Nikko dress by True Bias. I’ve never used this pattern before but now I’m thinking I’m going to have to give it a try! . Thank you for sharing your sewing makes with me Jillian! I always love seeing where my prints end up 🫶 . 🎨Print: Riviera Wine and Dine (black) - available on my Spoonflower shop ✂️Fabric: Modern Jersey from Spoonflower ✂️Maker: @desertfable 🪡Pattern: #truebiasnikko by @truebias . . . . . . #spoonflower #sewistsofinstagram #ootd #instasew #sewsewsew #sewing #indiepattern #cutefabric #sewcialite #fortheloveofsewing #seamstress #lovetosew #nikkodress #truebias #sewmystyle #riviera #europe #pattern #print #surfacepatterndesigner

Catching up on posting some me mades, mostly because I want to eternalize fit notes on the Daphne Maxi dress for myself! #1 - #daphnemaxidress @sewing.masin this was my second Daphne after the white dress. I really wanted to make a version with spagetti straps instead of the puffy sleeves and I feel in love with this abstract fabric from Joann (RIP, I left with the entire bolt though!) so it was meant to be! I made a size A bodice with a size C back panel and widened the skirt dimensions to 35” x 41” instead of 29” x 41”. Spaghetti straps were cut on the bias 13.5” long and attach at the points. #2 - my first Daphne maxi dress! Love this pattern. And I think the bodice could seriously be used as a starting point to make so many more garments. This one was a size B bodice with the back panel taken in some (likely ended up being a size A width back panel). I really do fall in between sizes for this one so I can’t decide which fit I like better. But this one ended up being a little more loose. Might be because the cotton is heavier and it’s lined. Skirt panels also widened to 35” here and lengthed to 49” (photo pre hem) #3 - another @petitestitchery #jessicaskirt mini version with hacked shorts underneath to match my @fridaypatterncompany #arlotrackjacket in @blackbirdfabrics organic cotton sweatshirt fleece & ribbing. I think the color is oatmeal? Love this set! #4 - @truebias #truebiasnikko dress in some Art Gallery Fabrics cotton jersey from @beetleandfred (photo also pre hem 🤪)

#memademay2025 day 19: #truebiasnikko even though it's usually a fall dress * #memademay2025day19 #asiansewists #asianswhosew #sewover40

#memademay day 8 🍭 Wearing a full memade outfit ☺️ Wearing a #tuliptop by @_fortiv_ in some upcycled vintage fabric over a #truebiasnikko top @truebias in rib knit. The jeans are a pair of #tuvapants by @sewingamore in lightweight denim. I constantly wear them now that it gets a little warmer 💕 ————————————————— #memademay2025_day8 #memademay2025 #mmmday8 #sewingchallenge #truebias #nikkotop #sewingamore #fortiv #fortivtuliptop #sewistsofinstagram #sewingproject #newsewingpattern #nähliebe #nähenmachtglücklich #nähenistwiezaubernkönnen #nähenfürmich #sewingismypassion #sewingforme #summersewing #instasew #sewistsofinstagram #handmadewardrobe #handmadewithlove #memade #memadeeveryday #memadewardrobe #memadeootd

#MemMadeMay2025 day 4: @namedclothing #eleonoraskirt and @truebias #truebiasnikko top! Handmade head to toe today! #MeMadeMay #namedclothing #truebiaspatterns

I’m smiling on this one, which means one thing - it has been a sea day and I’ve had a lie in! 😂 I’m sure I’ve posted this before, but it’s a @truebias Nikki dress made with a @moodfabrics jersey. I never finished the armholes or hemmed it because I couldn’t be bothered, but I think it looks ok and is perfect for going out for a few bevs! #truebias #nikkodress #truebiasnikko #sewcialists #sewersgonnasew #sewersofinstagram #isewmyownclothes #imakemyownclothes

Another cosy January sew! This is my fourth go at the #nikko pattern by @truebias it’s such a great one for colder weather and very easy to make bump friendly as it already has a good amount of ease. I made it a size up from my previous Nikko’s just to allow a little more room over the coming weeks and months but this should still work well for post pregnancy. The fabric is from @ladymcelroyfabrics and is a beautiful chain cable knit in mink. I ordered 1.5m and still had enough to make for the dress version of nikko. The pattern recommendations feel a bit on the generous side for how much you need! I wore this out last week with my me-made vegan leather biker jacket (➡️to see) and felt so good AND so warm! Got to love a sweater dress! #imadethis #sewingwithstretch #sewingknits #maternitysewing #memade #memadeeveryday #sewyourownwardrobe #imakemyownclothes #truebias #truebiaspatterns #truebiasnikko #ladymcelroy

A tale of 3 #truebiasnikko! I bought 2.75 yards of ponte knit from @textile_fabrics_nashville and managed to eke out 3 versions of the @truebias Nikko! Both skirts are #memade too! #truebiaspatterns #nikkodress #nikkotop #ootd #sewing #imademyclothes #pradamonolith

Happy New Year from my little sewing corner! So grateful for this passion and for this community to share it with! Looking forward to a new year of making and seeing what you make! #sewersofinstagram #lovetosew #lovesewing #sewover50 #truebiasnikko #corefabric

Who says fashion coumdn't be comfortable? 😉 Being able to wear my own makes while relaxing at home, is so important to me. Sure, I love big fashionista moments like the next sewist 🤭 but I love being able to chill on the sofa with the kitties just as much! Also, I feel like these pictures are telling a funny story on how Obi and Sky walked into my little photoshoot and I judt embraced it 🤭🤗😅 👕 Pattern: #truebiasnikko @truebias 👖 Pattern: #javajoggers @peekaboopatternshop #fashion #comfy #comfyclothes #chillout #relaxing #loungefit #sewing #handmade #handmadeoutfit #ootd #chillfit #slowfashion #sewistsofinstagram #truebiaspatterns #truebias #peekaboo #peekaboopatterns #jogging #sweatpants #turtleneck #nikkotop

An #elohcorepullover with a #truebiasnikko hacked into a maxi skirt. I later lowered the slit (which earlier I’d raised from the pattern specs for my velvet maxi dress) because it didn’t really fit the vibe or the lay of the fabric. Sewn in a med/heavy French terry knit (brushed) - 95% cotton/5% elastane that was sooooo lovely and stable to sew with from @fiveeighth here in Chs. #Seraflex thread which I highly recommend for sewing knits on a standard sewing machine. I’m now making a quick tank to pair with the skirt on our warmer March days. @truebias @sew_elohpatterns #sewingclothes #lovesewing #sewists #sewingfrenchterry @mettler_thread #sewingskirts #maxiskirts #sewing #thanksimadeit

Spontaneous Nikko Dress! Last week, while I was preparing projects for my sewing weekend, I went through my fabric stash. During this, I bumped into this big blue knit, and somehow, within an hour, I made myself this new dress 🤭. The fabric was meant to be a dress like this but has been in my stash for over a year already. I knew I had planned a trip to the Central Museum in Utrecht, which could use a new outfit, of course! So we'll there it happened, instead of packing for the sewingweekend I made myself another #nikkodress or actually #nikkodresshack since I did change the neckline and length. #Sewing #SewSewSew #SewSpire #ILoveSewing #HappySewing #TrueBiasPatterns #TrueBiasNikko #SewersOfInstagram #SewingIsMyTherapy #MeMadeWardrobe #NaaienVoorDames #NaaienIsLeuk #NahenMachtGlücklich #SySySy #CoudreCestLaVie #JePorteCeQueJeCouds #Sew #ISew @truebias

#MeMade #ootd! @truebias #nikkotop and handmade boucle skirt. Fabrics from @textile_fabrics_nashville. Shoes are @therealreal find by @valentinolifestyle #sewing #truebiaspatterns #truebiasnikko

Today, we’re excited to present some creative ideas featuring the Nikko design, while showcasing nine incredible projects from our community that we’ve recently admired. Your talent is truly inspiring, and it brings us so much joy when you tag us, allowing us to appreciate your fantastic interpretations of our patterns. ⁠ Make sure to swipe to the final image where you’ll find tags for all the talented sewists so you can follow their amazing work.⁠ #nikkotop #nikkodress #truebiasnikko

Ready to fly! 😻🕊️ Ein Kleid, zwei Schlitze und ganz viel Herzblut - mein neues Schmuckstück. Ein gemütlicher Rollkragen, figurbetonter Schnitt und doppelte Schlitze für den Wow-Faktor beim Gehen. ✨ Die Bündchen hab ich freestyle dazugezaubert und den Sitz nachjustiert, weil’s ohne einfach nicht meins gewesen wäre. Und wie immer: ein paar kleine Umwege an der Nähmaschine inklusive – aber genau das macht es besonders, oder? 🍀 👉 Ein Kleid, das so viel mehr ist als ein Outfit – was denkt ihr, fliege ich damit durch? 💫 Schnitt: Nikko Dress @truebias Stoff: Jersey @hamburgerliebe @snaply.de [Werbung unbeauftragt] #nähen #nähenmitjersey #sewsewsew #sewersofinstagram #sewistofinstagram #nähenfürmama #nähenfürmich #nähenfürmichselbst #nähenmachtsüchtig #nähenistliebe #nähenmachtspaß #nähenmachtglücklichundisttoll #nähenmachtfreude #nähenverbindet #hamburgerliebemade #hamburgerliebe #truebiasnikko #truebias #nikkodress #snaplynähkram

Another Christmas make! This time the @truebias Nikko top in a gorgeous knit fabric from @guthrieghani . #truebiasnikko #guthrieghani #christmassewing #sewersofinstagram #teacherswhosew #sewover50december #memade #lovetosew #winterknit #tallsewing

The temperature is gonna rise again in Connecticut this week 🧡I made the True Bias Nikko dress with fabric from Destashify, sadly no longer open 😔 #sewover50jun #sewover50 #sewover60 #destashify #truebiasnikko #nikkodress #handmadewardrobe #heatwave🔥 #sewinginorange🍊

Ok last one. The @seamwork #seamworklisa sans sleeves and a @truebias #truebiasnikko hacked into a skirt. In a maroon ponte from @fiveeighth. @mettler_thread #seraflex thread as always for knits. #sewistsofinstagram #lovesewing #thanksimadeit

#truebiasnikko @truebias #novicecardigan @petiteknit Das Kleid ist relativ neu und aus einem Meter-Coupon dünnem Jersey mit leichtem Glanz von @noonstoffmarkt. Ein paar mehr cm Länge hätten eigentlich nicht geschadet, aber ich werde den Tag im Wesentlichen bei meiner Schwester im Wohnzimmer verbringen, da stört das nicht 😇 Ansonsten bleibt das erst mal mein Lieblingsschnitt für ein Winterkleid 💕 Und die Strickjacke trage ich zur Zeit auch fast täglich. Ich habe jetzt aus den Resten noch ein Stirnband gestrickt, das zeige ich auch noch. #tntpattern 🚀 I really love this #nikkotopanddress pattern for winter tops and dresses. Even though this one is quite short I think it‘s perfect for a cozy Saturday. It also makes a great layering piece. It also perfectly matches my beloved cardigan. #memadewardrobe #imakemyownclothes #isew #knitstagram

Sometimes, when I'm sewing a lot of stuff for other people, no matter if it is for presents or to sell, the sewing start to feel like a chore... I try to avoid this by sewing something for myself every in between the other projects, just to keep the spark going 😉💥 Luckily, turtlenecks only take about 1,5 hours to make, so it's perfect for an inbetweener project 🤗 and I wear these allllllll the time so truely a win-win! This fabric had been waiting in my stash for a while, waiting to be turned into a turtleneck and it's time finally came 🥰 Do we love it? 🤭 Pattern: #truebiasnikko by @truebias Fabric: Katia @stoffen_net #fashion #sewing #sewingcommunity #sewistsofinstagram #turtleneck #nikkotop #truebias #truebiaspatterns #knittop #handmade

This week was my first week in my new role at work and I wanted to celebrate with wearing something me made every day!✨    💖Day 1 - @truebias Nikko top in a striped ribbed jersey from @poundfabrics   💙Day 2 - my first @tillybuttons Lyra shirt dress in a viscose from @poundfabrics   💜Day 3 - @fridaypatterncompany Sagebrush top in a beautiful viscose from @felicity.fabrics   💛Day 4 - @truebias mave skirt in a lovely viscose from Flamingo Fabrics    💚Day 5 - @fridaypatterncompany saltwater slip dress in a viscose fabric from Sew Totally Me     handmadewardrobe #sewersgonnasew #sewistsofinstagram #sewist #sewingisforeveryone #saltwaterslipdress #fridaypatterncompany #felicityfabrics #poundfabrics #truebiasnikko #sewinglyra #tillyandthebuttons #truebias #discoverunder1k  #discoverunder2k #discoverunder5k #sagebrushtop #maveskirt

I’m currently working from home wearing leggings and a sweatshirt, but here’s my office #DIYOOTD from yesterday! Top: Sleeveless @truebias Nikko Top (#NikkoTop) sewn in size 14. Fabric is black medium-weight bamboo rib knit from @blackbirdfabrics. Skirt: @stylearc Tommie Jean Skirt (#saTommieJeanSkirt), shortened about 5” and sewn in size 16. Fabric is a leopard print twill from @oursocialfabric. I felt so cool in this outfit! I feel like I could definitely wear this in the summer with fun sandals and without the sweater. Also the sleeveless top is great for showing off my new tattoo 😉. #MeMadeWardrobe #SewistsOfInstagram #Sewing #Sewists #IMakeMyOwnClothes #OttawaSews #OttawaSewists #EngineersWhoSew #MeMadeWorkwear #DIYOOTD #MeMadeOOTD #OOTD #EngineeringOOTD #bfRibKnit #blackbirdfabrics #OurSocialFabric #TrueBias #TrueBiasNikko #StyleArc #StyleArcPatterns #TommieJeanSkirt #LeopardPrint #LeopardPrintSkirt

Posting a few final 2024 makes before year end - another merino wool @truebias #nikkotop hacked into a crew neck (mods in prior post). Fabric was a teeny remnant from @wearethefabricstore. #nikkotopanddress #truebiasnikko #truebiasnikkohack #nikkotophack #millenialsewing #handmadewardrobe #australiasews #melbournesews #petitepearsewist

I sewed a whole fall wardrobe over my summer break and now it’s finally getting worn. Very happy to report that all five pieces have been in heavy rotation, but I didn’t feel like taking photos and kept putting that off. This is my first #TrueBiasNikkoDress and I made it to wear with all my nice long cardigans, but I like it on its own too. The fabric, a ribbed cotton jersey, was always intended for a Nikko top, but I saw a couple of dresses that looked really good when I was browsing the hashtags for inspiration and so I managed to get a dress out of 1.3 metres of fabric. Another good experience with sewing a @truebias pattern.

Ma skadi la star... et une de mes Nikko Petite série de photo à l'arrache encore et probablement pas les dernières mais je m'en fiche. Tout ça pour montrer une de mes robes Nikko de @truebias, somme toute la plus discrète... Le jersey vient de @mondialtissus, petit craquage sur le motif et la douceur !!!! Un modèle rapide à faire, à enfiler et super confortable évidemment, c'est pas pour rien que j'en ai déjà 3 autres et que ce sont probablement pas les dernières... #truebiaspatterns #truebias #truebiasnikko #truebiasnikkodress #nikkodress #mondialtissus #jersey #jeportecequejecouds #jecoudsmagarderobe #jecoudsdoncjesuis #sewingmywardrobe #sew #sewingmakesmehappy

Recent me-made sewing projects. Getting back in my studio and into the groove of sewing for myself again has been so rewarding. It’s still a huge part of my self-care and continues to help me in my recovery. After years of hating my body, wanting to change and punish it just for being; I’m learning to respect it. To know that it’s my one safe home that I deserve to honor and nourish. To know it is just a vessel for all the actually important things I am outside of appearance. I’m learning to trust myself more and more with each stitch and project. Learning that I am worthy. Making clothes that make me feel like my best, strongest self will never get old and loving my body will never go out of style. #sew #sewingproject #sewinglove #truelove #truebeauty #edrecovery #eatingdisorderrecovery #mentalhealthmatters #rva #creative #selfcare #bodyneutrality #truebiasnikkodress

Made another @truebias #nikkodress (up to 59.5in hip). I used @gabrielalarios1 cotton jersey from @neridahansenfabrics. This is now my favourite dress. I'm so happy with how it turned out. ☺️ #truebiasnikko #truebiasnikkodress #gabrielalariosfabric #neridahansenfabrics #neridahansen #sewingnz #nzsews #nzsewing #stillsewingstories

Continuing my exploration of stretchy fabrics. This is a viscose ponte from @fabricgodmother. The pattern is the Nikko dress from @truebias. I took 1 cm off the neck depth and a few off the waist. It was an experiment to see how horizontal stripes would work when you've wide hips, but as long as the dress is long enough its very flattering. Earrings from @samuelcoraux #fabricgodmother #truebias #truebiasnikkodress #viscose #joyofcreativity

I’m so happy to have completed a trio of matching outfits for three generations of my family: my great-niece, her beautiful mother @austynmullins, and the beloved grandmother of the trio (my sister). Toni asked for a tee shirt, so I measured one of her favorite RTW tees & used #grainlinestudio #larktee as my guiding light. Austyn’s dress is a hacked, scoop-neck #truebiasnikkodress. Ivy’s romper is #ikateemadrid. All are sewn in a rose-colored “mosaic arches print cotton jersey” from @stylemakerfabrics. I hope they can take a family photo for me during their summer holidays. 🤞 #memademay2024 #ikatee #truebias #grainlinestudio #larktee #stylemakermade #stylemakerfabrics

Welcome to another incident of me making clothes the same colour as the walls in my house 😅😂 This make is just in the #nikko of time! Sorry a terrible joke I know. I have been so inspired by so many @truebias #truebiasnikkodress and had to join in on making one this one. Huge shout out to @junolovesthread for being such a style inspiration ❤️ I LOVE this dress. Secret pyjamas meets style, what’s not to love! I think this will also pair really well with my me made leather jacket. Fabric is from @minervadotcom and is @mindthemaker organic textured interlock jersey. It has such a nice weight to it and is perfect for this dress. #memade #truebiasnikko #truebiaspatterns #imadethis #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewingproject #sewersofinstagram #maker #sewersgonnasew #sewinglove #sewingpattern #memadewardrobe #imakemyownclothes

It’s all about the warm snuggly makes . Started looking at my plans and making for the lifestyle I have rather than the one in my imagination . Also had my colours done and they are still the same as I had years ago but going to try and use my best colours#warmautumn done by#stylemehappy dress #truebiasnikkodress #imakemyclothes #imakemyownclothes #sewingover60 #sewingover50#plussizesewing

Close up of the fabric on my #nikkodress. #truebiasnikko #truebiasnikkodress #truebias #gabrielalariosfabric #neridahansenfabrics #neridahansen #neridahansenprintandtextiles #nzsewing #nzsews #sewingnz

Close up of the fabric on my new #nikkodress. This @_diydaisy label matches perfectly. This dress only took a few hours to sew. I plan to make many more in different lengths/sleeve lengths. Such a hackable pattern. #truebiasnikko #truebiasnikkodress #diydaisy #spotlightfabric #chchsews

Birthday Nikko dress made in stretch velvet inspired by the lovely @junolovesthread and @truebias — took a bit to get the fit right bc this fabric has less stretch than is recommended and I needed to get it over my head! It’s about 33% horizontal stretch - a poly stretch velvet from @joann_stores. I would love to find a non-polyester stretch velvet if I made it again. I made a 12 in the neck, arms and chest, a 6 in the waist (I also raised the waistline 1”), and an 8 hip. I raised the slit by 5” and added that 5” back to the bottom to keep the length. I ended up splitting the back pattern piece into two thinking I would take it in there but ended up not doing it—though I like having the back seam there so I can tell which side is the front and which is the back! 🤪 My measurements at present are 35”b, 28.5”w, 39”hip, and 5’7” tall. Hope this helps someone! It’s such a timeless pattern! #truebiasnikko #truebiasnikkodress #sewingaddict #lovesewing #thanksimadeit #sewistsofinstagram

🖤 NIKKO DRESS X RUSH 💜 Go back to black again! Vous devez vous dire mais elle fait quoi Agnès en robe pull et cuissardes sous ses cocotiers 😂 et bien il était temps de vous dévoiler au fur et à mesure le contenu de la valise d’hiver lors de mon séjour à Paris pour le #CSF2023 cousu depuis Novembre. Je n’ai pas eu l’occasion de prendre en photo mes cousettes d’hiver dans le froid parisien (à part mon manteau Lana déjà sur le feed) et comme il aurait été dommage de ne pas les mettre en lumière, vaille que vaille j’ai ressorti mes tenues d’hiver, les bottes et l’amoureux a photographié tout ça mais sous les cocotiers. Le décalage décor/cousette de mes prochains posts est donc de mise autant vous le dire 😂 La #nikkodress de @truebias était pour moi incontournable lorsque j’ai décidé des tenues que j’allais me coudre pour ce séjour hivernal. J’en ai d’ailleurs cousu 2, la 2éme est un hack que je vous montrerai bientôt. Une robe noire est aussi un must have dans mes valises quelle que soit la saison. La jolie maille RUSH sur laquelle j’avais craqué lors de mon passage à l’entrepôt de @la_tissutheque.de.charlie en juillet dernier, s’est imposée comme une évidence. Big merci à ma Roberte et à ma Lolo pour ces pépites. Cette maille est d’une douceur! Une impression de cashemire. Et pour compléter le look, autant vous dire que j’ai réalisé un rêve en achetant ces sublimes cuissardes chez @sezane . Comme je vous le disais dans mon dernier post, je suis une fan de bottes du coup je n’imaginais pas ce séjour sans, et j’ai craqué pour ces cuissardes ANAËLLE et ces boucles d’oreilles RITA #sezane La NIKKO DRESS est facile, rapide à coudre et hyper confort. Il me semble l’avoir allongée. L’hiver austral réunionnais me permettra de la reporter (sans les cuissardes pour ici) sans pour autant attendre mon prochain séjour à Paris Voilà les 3 façons de la porter. Longueur midi sans ceinture, longueur midi avec ceinture ou la robe blousée par la ceinture pour un rendu de robe courte. Avec les cuissardes je trouve ça canon Et toi quelle façon préfères-tu? Bon week-end les loulous. Bisous bisous 😘 #couture #isew #sew #cousumain #diycouture #sewing #diy #truebias #sewist

I’m calling this one “Perfect is the enemy of good”. At beginning of this project I had such strong ideas of how this dress was going to be the perfect winters day dress. As I started to make it I realised it wasn’t turning out quite as perfectly as I wanted, and spent many hours annoyed at it and trying to unpick. My husband is always telling me that perfect is the enemy of good and that I need to stress less about the tiny details and appreciate what I’ve done well (this “helpful” insight usually just makes me more annoyed). After spending about 12 hours on a dress that should have be just a few hours work, I accepted he was right this time. The pattern I used to make this is the Nikko dress from @truebias. It compasses all my must haves for winter (warm neckline, long sleeves, looks like you’ve made an effort but it’s just tights and a dress pulled over the top) and therefore I’m a big fan! The fabric I used for this is a rescued knitted wool from @fabricgodmother. They had a very limited supply of wool that was made from collecting lots of excess from Italian wool mills and turning it into fun fabrics. With only a very small number of meters of each design I love knowing that this dress is truly unique! It’s super cosy for the winter and the colours are perfectly me. I think my main issue here has been the fabric and pattern choice probably weren’t right together. I wanted a very fitted long dress, but in hindsight the fabric was never going to make that. That said, I still love the fabric and pattern! I ended up having to bringing in the side seams 8cm each side and half the width of the shoulders, and it’s still bagging in lots of places. I could spend another 10 hours trying to perfect it, but I suspect it will end up looking back like this again because of the stretch of the wool. Also got new glasses from @iolla, and well done to anyone who’s noticed we’ve decided to redecorate after being in our house for 3 years! I love the purple so much, just don’t look at the building site of the rest of the room 😅 #memadewardrobe #sewyourownclothes #truebiasnikkodress #truebias #fabricgodmother #rescuedwool #oneofakind #iollaglasses

Just In: Yarn Dyed Striped Rib Knits in Blush and Navy 💗💙 Featuring classic stripes, a soft hand and generous stretch. Complete your wardrobe with a chic #TrueBiasNikkoDress by @TrueBias or a summery #KilaTank by @AllieOlson.Patterns. . #FabricRomance #IrishFabricShop #DressFabricsIreland #Galway #OnlineFabricShop #Haberdashery #IrelandSews #NiSews #Sewing

Today’s #memademay finds me in stinky hiking clothes, as I madly beaver away on matching “mama & me” outfits. I’m hoping to miraculously get these in the mail so my beloved niece, @austynmullins, and beautiful great-niece can wear them for their FIRST Mother’s Day. 🤞 Austyn’s dress is a hacked, scoop-neck #truebiasnikkodress. Ivy’s romper is #ikateemadrid. They’ll be so sweet— if I can sew very quickly tomorrow!! Both outfits are in a sweet rose-colored “mosaic arches print cotton jersey” from @stylemakerfabrics. #memademay2024 #ikatee #truebias #stylemakermade #stylemakerfabrics

My last makes of 2023. I had intended for this to be my Christmas dress. An easy Nikko that I could whip up quickly before traveling for the holidays. Nope. This was my third attempt at a Nikko dress and I’ve just had a hard time with the fit, specifically in the back (last vid). Too much fabric. I tried taking it in on the side seams but it wasn’t enough. Ultimately, I didn’t have it figured out before traveling so. I guess it’s a New Years dress. I’ve realized I need to cut the Nikko back in two pieces so I can take out extra fabric using the back seam. Or find a different pattern for a long, fitted, knit dress. But for now, I’m okay with a matching set. //Pattern: Top is a mashup of the #truebiasrio bodice, size 10, with #truebiasnikko sleeves, size 8. The skirt is the #truebiasnikkodress, originally size 8 but I took in quite a bit on the side seams before chopping the skirt off. //Mods: I chopped the skirt off a few inches above the waist, folded over and stitched the top, and slid in 3” elastic. I had to cut out a new top bodice since I chopped the skirt high up into the shirt area. I decided I didn’t want the mock neck so I chose to use the Rio in a larger size so it would be a little looser. I didn’t have enough fabric to also cut out new sleeves so I used the sleeves from the dress, which needed to be slightly stretched to fit the Rio armholes. //Fabric: Houndstooth wool/knit blend from @madewithharmony that is softer than I expected. It is static-y, though. #truebiasnikkotop #truebiasrioringer #madewithharmony

Today was a beautiful day to debut the @truebias #nikkodress that I whipped up last night, after the kids went to bed. I love that this pattern looks refined but is super quick to sew up. I shortened the dress so that it would fit onto the 2 yd remnant that I used, but had planned to make a version this length anyway. #truebiasnikkodress #autumnsewing #sewforfall #autumndress #turtleneckdress #sweaterdress #mainesews #makeitwork #patterntetris #quicksew

Oh look, another @truebias #nikkodress! I cut several inches off the bottom and cut the sleeves at the lengthen/shorten line. The neck is shortened as in my other versions. This is made from 100% merino from @fab.fabricsbotany #tntpattern #hackedpattern #patternhack #truebiasnikko #truebiasnikkodress #truebias #tntsewingpattern #sewingnz #nzsews #sewingmerino

Hacked the @truebias #nikkodress into a summer version. I shortened the dress, made the neckline wider, and shortened the sleeves. I'm really loving this pattern. I've made several variations of it. It goes up to a 59.5in hip. The fabric is from @spoonflower. #truebiasnikko #truebiasnikkodress #truebias #nikkodresshack #tntsewingpattern #tntpattern #tntpatterns #spoonflower #spoonflowerfabric

Yes, I'm making another post wearing my #nikkodress because I'm really, really happy with it. It turned out way better than I'd hoped. It so comfy too. I shortened the neck band as the orginal one made me feel like I was choking. #ihateturtlenecks I also lengthened the sleeves 1.5in. #teamlongarms @truebias #truebiasnikko #truebiasnikkodress #truebias #spotlightfabric #sewingnz #nzsewing #nzsews

#Caturday morning in basic black. Turtleneck: #nikkodress by @truebias in view D, shortened to top length and doubling the neckband Fabric: #agatha sweater knit from @dressew Jeans: #gingerjeans by @closetcorepatterns Fabric: stretch denim brocade from @moodfabrics Leather and lamb shearling moto jacket from @mineandyoursco Bronze loafers from @lordsvancouver #closetcoregingerjeans #closetcorepatterns #truebiasnikkotopanddress #truebiasnikko #blackleathermotorcyclejacket #mineandyoursboutique #dressew #moodsewciety #memadewardrobe #autumnwardrobe #catsofinstagram #tuxedocatsofinstagam #matteo #diy #asiansewists

Another #nikkodress by @truebias ❤️ In the coziest double sided fleece jersey from @fabricplacebasement. I didn’t think I would love the dress option of the Nikko nearly as much as I do. It’s a great winter dress and a perfect layering piece. After finding myself reaching for the other one constantly, I decided to make a second and I love how it’s comfy and polished at the same time. Worn here with my #paolaworkwearjacket in black linen. Dress is a size 8 with a little taken in at at the waist. #sewing #truebiaspatterns #truebiasnikkotopanddress #teacherswhosew #wintersewing #sewover40 #bostonsews #jeportecequejecouds #handmadewaredrobe #handmadefashion

#nikkodress by @truebias ❤️ Quick, easy make and I love it styled with my thrifted jacket and thrifted belt. Photo credit to my friend @amydezigns #thriftedfashion #truebiasnikkotopanddress #sewing #sewover40 #bostonsews #teacherswhosew #makemendthrift #jeportecequejecouds #handmadewardobe #handmadefashion

Good morning from me and my blazer ⚡️ . . . #heatherblazer #fridaypatterncompanyheatherblazer #joannfabrics #joannstores #handmadewithjoann #truebias #truebiaspatterns #truebiasnikko #truebiasnikkotop #truebiasnikkotopanddress #blackbirdfabrics

Stating to think about work-appropriate basics for return to office… Also, somehow managed to squeeze this straight size 12 out of less than 0.5m of fabric (calls for 1.2m) - turns out I didn’t have a full meter like I thought 🤦🏼‍♀️ it’s just a little bit shorter than the pattern length. . ☁️ pattern: @truebias Nikko ☁️ fabric: @blackbirdfabrics medium bamboo rib knit in Ivory . . . #truebias #truebiaspatterns #nikkotopanddress #nikkotop #nikko #truebiasnikko #truebiasnikkotop #truebiasnikkotopanddress #blackbirdfabrics #bfribknit

A quick make yesterday afternoon for @scarpickard for her mini break. And I’m really pleased with the result even tho I do say so myself! 😜 A hacked Nikko dress from @truebias I picked this lovely striped jersey up from @susans_work_basket in Attleborough when I was in Norfolk a couple of weeks ago. The staff in the shop were very friendly and helpful and they had a good range of dress fabrics. Pattern alterations were to lower and widen the neckline and add a narrow neckband omitting the turtle neck (too hot to wear in this heat wave we are having) I also added armhole bands instead of doing a facing. The dress was also shortened to just above the knee. It was a quick make and I will be making a couple more. The next one will have a bigger neckline and I am going to lower the armholes a little. And I got the pattern matching on the stripes near perfect! 👌 #nikkodress #sewingnikko #truebiasnikko #truebiasnikkotopanddress #truebiaspatterns #truebias #sewingasummerdress #sewingasummerwardrobe #sewingformydaughter #sewingjerseydress #sewingwithjersey #sewingwithjerseyknit #sewingstripes #sewover50 #sewover50dresses #so50dresses #so50holiday #sewingholidaywardrobe #sewistsofinstagram #sewist #seamstress #seamstressofinstagram

True bias love or better nikkotop love. I can hear you say but honey; it’s the dress. Yes it’s the dress but I took the nikko top and lengthened it the same way as the dress only more fitted. So I think most of all in love with the toppattern. Perfect for a party but also for everyday in my opinion. Just downdress it with a pair of cowboyboots or sneakers. Every girl needs some glitter in her life right? Especially now . The fabric is made by @bittoun_textiles and you can get it by @ansjehandmade. It’s a viscose with a little bit of elasthane which gives the stretch. #truebiaspatterns #truebiasnikkotopanddress #sewsewsew #sewersofinstagram #sustainablefashion #diy #diyfashion #biostoffe #sewcouture #jeportecequejecouds #imakemyownclothes #memade #memadewardrobe #slowfashion #sewcreative #fashionsewing

Skirt on and skirt off. I have a hidden dress under my skirt (giggles). I love to make more outfits with the same pieces of clothing. So for my last project I decided to make a plissé skirt and show how much wear out you can have out of one single item. But I also can show you how to wear a dress as a top. Just be creative and dress yourself up. It’s so much fun. Both of the fabrics are Bitoun LMV that I got from @ansjehandmade She is my hero as you know, because she always chooses for sustainable and green and taking your responsibility as a webshopowner. No compromises, no choices for fast selling, cheap, not eco friendly fabrics. And that is not easy my friends. It’s hard to stand straight in the sewing world where there are so many others. But Anouck proves that you can look awesome and fashionable without being lid van de geitenwollensokken club 🐏. So support her if you want to make personal steps within your own proces of making clothes. ❤️ #truebiasnikkotopanddress #truebiaspatterns #ecofriendly #biostoffe #ansjehandmade #sewersofinstagram #makersgonnamake #covidsewing #nikkodress #justkeepsewing #sewista #diyfashion #diyfashionista #sewingismytherapy #sewingisselfcare #sewsewsew #ansjehandmade #stoffenwebshop #nähenmachtglücklich #nähenfürmich #nocompromises #capsulewardrobe #sewingforchristmas #sewingforwomen #sewingforwomen #diy #bittountextiel

I needed a prop for the stark background 😉 Lulu to the rescue! Classic garments in classic black and white: True Bias Nikko Top and Turtleneck in rib knit, McCalls 6930 embellished with cuffs in houndstooth wool - on the blog today. (Link in profile) #stylesewclassic #astylishguidetoclassicsewing #blackandwhite #englishcockerspaniel #houndstooth #truebiasnikkotopanddress #mccall6930 #fashionsewing #mccallpatterncompany #sewtheclassics #sewyourownclothes #sewyourownclothessavethousandsofdollarsandlooklikeamillionbucks