I feel I’m really late to the #makenine2023 party even though we’re only on the 12th Jan. I’ve struggled massively with this and have decided on the following leaving one as a mystery. I’m sure there’ll be plenty of pattern releases throughout the year so I’m leaving my options open. 1 - The Stitching Scientist Duffle bag 2 - @patternemporium_kate #petakethechance 3 - @fibremood #fibremoodermine 4 - @sewoveritlondon #soijessiecoatigan 5 -@annaallenclothing #antheablouse 6 - @truebias #truebiasmarlo 7 - @peppermintmagazine #peppermintpaddingtontop 8 - @sofionadesigns #sofimissbirch 9 - to be decided 🤣

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?

The Human gets a kiss, even if she is a "Karen." Tackling the giant bag of denim scraps and turning them into new clothes! Pattern: #m8007 from @mccallpatterncompany in view B Fabric: rigid denim from @atex_fabrics @fabricanastore and @dressew - sewn together in strips, then cut out and topstitched with navy thread before official construction and proper top stitching. Cardigan: #truebiasmarlo by @truebias Fabric: sweater knit from #dressew T-shirt from @teepublic #upcycle #denimscraps #bellbottoms #flaredjeans #victoriabeckhaminspired #70svibes #catsofinstagram #matteo #tuxedocatsrule #memadewardrobe #memadejeans #asiansewists #sewist #marlosweater #truebiaspatterns #mccallspatterns

#memademay2025 day 15 #blocktee with #helenejeans (straight leg view) and until our house warms up a bit more I'm also wearing a #truebiasmarlo #memademay #memadeeveryday

Me Made May Day 10 A pre- work photos today and it's a trio or me mades, all in blue. Starting with the skirt, it's the wardrobe by me front button skirt, with all the pockets, 2 patch pockets and 2 side pockets. I know I've said this about most of my makes so far, but I wear it loads in winter and summer. The second garment is the Grainline Willow tank top, in Atelier Brunette's viscose. I don't feel confident wearing sleeveless tops so have a cardigan on standby. Third, is my trusted marlo cardigan. 💙 #memademay #memademay2024 @wardrobebymepatterns #wardrobebymefrontbuttonskirt #wardrobebymepatterns @grainlinestudio #grainlinewillowtank @truebias #truebiasmarlo #sewingacapsulewardrobe

🤗 Squishy + Soft + Chunky 🤗⁠ ⁠ These are just a few adjectives that describe our new Chunky Cotton Blend Sweater Knit Fabric. As the season progresses and the evenings cool, a chunky cardigan sewing project is a must! ⁠ Fabric details:⁠ Content: Cotton with a Poly/ Spandex blend. ⁠ Width: Super wide, 62”⁠ Stretch: 100%⁠ ⁠ Pattern Suggestions: @truebias #truebiasmarlo Sweater, @tessutifabrics #tessuitihazelwood Top, and @sewhouse7 #sewhouseseventoaster Sweater patterns. ⁠ ⁠ Washing Care: Machine wash in a gentle cycle or hand wash, lay flat to dry #fabric #fabricstore

It’s been a long time since I’ve posted. But I seem to have mostly made clothing that is far too hot for the weather. Giving land girl vibes - a marlo cardigan. And some Carolyn pyjama bottoms that make great summer trousers. A couple of little tucks at the ankle to give some shape. Pattern: @truebias #marlocardigan Fabric: @higgsandhiggs Buttons: the great stash of buttons Pattern: @closetcorepatterns #carolynpyjamas Fabric: @minervadotcom #closetcorepatterns #truebiasmarlo #sewistofinstagram #memadewardrobe

Loading up the final weeks of #mmmay25 #imakemyownclothes #sewistsofinstagram #handmadewardrobe #keepingtrack #southlondonsews #slowsewist #slowfashion #sustainablefashion #reworn #sewover50may #stillsewing Thanks to @sozoblog for starting the ball rolling on keeping track of our wardrobes mine is showing up many repeats over the years of #memademay #truebiasmarlo #heyjuneunionsttee #sagebrushtop #saamandastretchshort #truebiashadley #iamartemis The first time I took part I could only complete for a week or so but now I staggered to the end . I need some trousers jackets and more sweatshirts. The older tee shirts need replacing and more plain colours are lacking . Working on it slowly!

Right here goes, the rest of the month #memademay2025 21st #wardrobebymeannashirt 22nd bomber jacket and #jenniferlaurenthecressidaskirt 23rd #mccallsm6696 and #truebiasmarlo 24th bomber jacket 25th #simplesewzoedress 26th #made4mermaidsreecedress a new dress, fabric from #happystitcherpamphill 27th #fridaypatterncompanyadrienne and #fridaypatterncompanyheatherblazer 28th #evelyndress 29th #tatbbibi skirt 31st butterfly top. So there we have it. May is over, but there are loads more clothes that haven't been worn yet and some new ones on the way. #alwayssewing.

Me-made May Day 25 @fibremood Norma hacked dress (@spotlightstores gingham linen) + @truebias Marlo sweater (@mindthemaker Jersey) + @ouipatterns Mini Cesar rucksack (@seeyouatsixfabric canvas) Lesson: I love this dress and cardigan combo. I like the big sleeves of the Marlo because they fit over puff sleeves. #memademay #memademay2025 #memadeeveryday #lovetosew #handmade #handmadewardrobe #slowfashion #memadeootd #sewing #fibremoodnorma #spotlightstores #truebias #truebiasmarlo #marlosweater #mindthemakerfabric #ouipatterns #minicesarrucksack #seeyouatsix #seeyouatsixfabric

#memademay2025 day 22 and still in #helenejeans - this time a pair in the straight leg view with a slightly reduced rise. Worn with a #pinnacletop and a #truebiasmarlo until it warms up a bit more! #memademay

Delivery day from @heysewsister.co.uk! Planning to make a #truebiasmarlo cardigan from this lightweight deadstock cotton knit. Doggo doesn't seem so sure 😂

Day 17 of #MeMadeMay and I’m back in my striped tank, this time paired with RTW jeans. And because it’s hot outside, I also have to take my #marlosweater with me to go anywhere with air conditioning! #memademay #marlosweater #selfdraftedtop #truebiasmarlo #sewing #outfitrepeater @truebias #oldnavyjeans

#memademay2025 Day 11 #simplesewzoetop and #truebiasmarlo cropped cardigan Day 12 #mccallsm6696 fabric from #happystitcherpamphill Day 13 #deeranddoecardamome Day 14 #selfdraftedpattern I made this a few years ago. This was after sitting on a meeting so looking creased. But I like the style so happy to dig it out again.

#memademay2025 day 12 and Sofia says sometimes you have to stop to smell the roses, maybe eat the cat grass. Back in the colour suite today.... Dress: Pattern: #m7950 from @mccallpatterncompany Fabric: 5oz denim chambray from @dressew Cardigan: Pattern: #marlocardigan by @truebias Fabric: sweater knit from #dressew #memademay #memadeeveryday #denimdress #sundress #croppedcaedigan #truebiasmarlo #tuxedocatsofinstagram #tuxedocats #sewistsofinstagram #sewinglife #sewsew

Day 12 #mmm2025 and it’s rainy and is supposed to rain a lot. So comfy clothes it is. @stylearc Bob pants in Brussels washer linen @paradisepatterns Blomma @truebias Marlo #isewmyownclothes #imakethings #sewingtall #truebiasmarlo #sabobpants #blommatank

Day 9 of #memademay 🌿 Went shopping with my mom ☺️ Wearing another #truebiasmarlo sweater by @truebias in French terry from @albstoffe and a t-shirt also in @albstoffe fabric. Plus rewearing my #tuvapants by @sewingamore again! ————————————————— #memademay2025_day9 #memademay2025 #mmmday9 #sewingchallenge #truebias #sewingamore #marlosweater #sewistsofinstagram #sewingproject #newsewingpattern #nähliebe #nähenmachtglücklich #nähenistwiezaubernkönnen #nähenfürmich #sewingismypassion #sewingforme #summersewing #instasew #sewistsofinstagram #handmadewardrobe #handmadewithlove #memade #memadeeveryday #memadewardrobe #memadeootd

Day 8 #MeMadeMay and I’m taking myself on a date to the movies. It may be warm outside, but I am always freezing in the theatre. So, my Marlo sweater from @truebias is perfect. This is the first #marlosweater I ever made, basically a #wearablemuslin since it is made from a lightweight rib knit I’ve had in my stash for at least a dozen years. It’s a great light layer for a cold-natured person like me. This is the shorter version of the Marlo and it really can double as a top all on its own. I’ve currently got another Marlo in the works, so hopefully that one will make its appearance on the feed soon. #truebiaspatterns #truebiasmarlo #marlosweater #croppedcardigan #sewistofinstagram #memademay #ilikebigbuttons

Visiting some Roman ruins near Lisbon in my handmade clothes (plus a stripey secondhand t-shirt). I can't believe these ruins are ~2000 years old and you can just drive up and wander around them for free! 🤯 I'm wearing my Marlo sweater again plus a pair of Greenstyle Brassie joggers. We didn't get a great photo of them but let's be honest, they are not the star of the show today! #memademay2025 #memademay #truebiasmarlo #truebias #brassiejoggers #greenstylecreations

Me Made May Day 7 First week done, it's going quickly! It's still chilly so layers again. The cardigan is the @truebias Marlo. The dress is the Davenport by @fridaypatterncompanypatterns The dress is an old make. I made it just before Christmas a few years ago and I didn't have enough fabric for the ruffle. So I improvised and used a coordiating colour for the shoulder ruffles, belt, skirt tier and yoke. I didn't love it, so I never wore it again (see grid for photo) So, I ordered a small piece of fabric to change the skirt ruffle. This sat on my to do pile for way too long, so this weekend, along with a few other repairs I've got it finished. Not sure why I've got one sleeve up and one down in the photo 🤭 Also, scroll to see the bees that have arrived in the garden 🐝 #memademay #memademay2025 #truebiasmarlo #davenportdress #sewingcommunity #fridaypatterncompany #truebias #fpcmemademay

Me made May Day 6 🌸💐🌺🌼 I am wearing a bold & colourful Marlo cardigan by @truebias in digital print floral sweatshirt fabric. It is such a cosy make and I lengthened the bodice and sleeve its long enough in the body and arms (my wrists are loving the warmth now the temp has dropped!) #truebias #truebiaspatterns #truebiasmarlo #memademay #memademay2025 #sew #sewersgonnasew #isewmyownclothes #sewistsofinstagram #sewersofinstagram #sewist #handmade #handmadewithlove

#memademay day 5! Not fully handmade today, but my cardigan is a #truebiasmarlo @truebias in beautiful fabric from @albstoffe 💕 Plus another #handmade necklace ☺️ ————————————————— #memademay2025_day5 #memademay2025 #mmmday5 #sewingchallenge #truebias #truebiaspatterns #marlosweater #albstoffe #albstoffebiobündchen #sewing #sewistsofinstagram #sewingproject #newsewingpattern #nähliebe #nähenmachtglücklich #nähenistwiezaubernkönnen #nähenfürmich #sewingismypassion #sewingforme #summersewing #instasew #sewistsofinstagram #handmadewardrobe #handmadewithlove #memade #memadeeveryday #memadewardrobe #memadeootd

A tiger stripe #truebiasmarlo for #memademay2025 day 5! This cardigan is a handy layering piece but I think I put the top buttonhole in the wrong place or messed up the button band because there's all this strain around that top button. It bugs me when I wear it but I'm not sure how to resolve. A @truebias pattern and the rust-coloured sweatshirt fleece is from @fabricgodmother. (There's no photo of day 4, I felt rough. But I did wear a cute #blommatank, and this will no doubt reappear in #memademay!)

Here are the first five days for Me Made May 2025: Thursday, May 1 Dress: Friday Pattern Company Wilder Gown Sweater: True Bias Marlo Sweater Friday, May 2 Skirt: Tilly and the Buttons Miette Skirt Tee: RTW Friday, May 2 (date night!) Skirt: Sew Over It Lizzie Skirt Tee: RTW Saturday, May 3 (twinning with my daughter, who is planning out hilarious cover-ups so we don’t have to obscure her face with a giant emoji!) Tee: Megan Nielsen Briar Tee Shorts: Closet Core Jenny Shorts Sunday, May 4 Top: Closet Core Cielo Top Jeans: RTW Monday, May 5 Sweater: Ship Shape Sweater by Heidi Kirrmeier Jeans: RTW @fridaypatterncompany , @truebias , @tillybuttons , @sewoveritlondon , @megannielsenpatterns , @closetcorepatterns , @heidikdesigns #wildergown , #truebiasmarlo , #sewingmiette , #soilizzieskirt , #mnbriar , #closetcorejenny , #closetcorecielo , #memademay , #memademay2025 , #shipshapesweater

April makes - #MyMakesApr25 hosted by Lou @sewmuchtodesign - thank you to Lou and the generous sponsors this month 1 - #TrueBiasMarlo sweater - made of leftover fabric for the win 2. - #cnReya shorts - Sandwashed Cotton, love these, and I'm sure they will be worn all summer #MonthlySewingChallenge #SewOver50Apr #MyMakesForTheMonth #SewOver50 #SewingCommunity #ISewMyClothes

A muslin of the Marlo sweater. Horrible lightweight jersey that came with a twist in the grainline line so I really lost most of the yardage. nonetheless I sewed this to the pattern with only the addition of 2 inches to the length (the pattern is built to 5'5" model) and 1" to the sleeve. It was easy to sew, the pattern pieces fit together really well, and I enjoyed it. no way am I going to put buttons on this! #truebiasmarlo #sewover50

Heavily influenced by the amazing @rhian_wyn_ and her wonderful collection of SA Hopes I decided to experiment and use this jersey cord to make another @stylearc #sahopewovendress . I sized down and used clear elastic to join the bodice to the skirt as I was worried it would be too heavy. It’s super comfy and I think will be great when the weather warms up and I can wear it with trainers. Worn with my trusty DM’s, @truebias Marlo and cute bag from @michey.loves Pattern- @stylearc #sahopewovendress Fabric - Jersey Cord from @northernmonkeymakes Project planned and completed using @stash_hub #handmade #lovetosew #sahopewovendress #memade #stylearcpatterns #truebiasmarlo #stylearchopedress #yesstylearc #marlosweater #samakerapr25

While I don’t suffer from endometriosis myself, I think it’s a demonstration of the sexism that’s been baked into our society that we have no cure or even an idea why it happens for something that 1 in 10 women live with daily and that can take years to even diagnose. I firmly believe that if men were in that level of pain and living with those complications- we would have addressed it sooner. We need to do better. That’s why I’m joining in with #sewyellowforendo2025 organised by the lovely @sowhatifisew. This is a #truebiasmarlo in a beautiful knit from @guthrieghani and @pigeonwishes.shops buttons from @heysewsister.co.uk

Another one from the archives. Here’s my first #truebiasmarlo in a boiled wool viscose blend I bought very early on in my sewing career because it was 15% off with ZERO plans to use it😂 that darn scarcity mindset. Anyway this fabric is veryyy close to the bottom of the stretch requirements, maybe even below it, and it took a lot of tugging to get the button band where it needed to be. I think because of that, the part around my neck sticks up a bit so maybe someday I’ll take a wedge out at center back but it really doesn’t bother me while I’m wearing it. I also think I put the bottom buttonhole a hair too high because it pulls funny while buttoned. My only mod was to match the width of the sleeve band to the sleeve width so I could get a slouchier vibe. I will probably do this to the hem band next time too. I’ve already worn it quite a bit but the fabric is pretty itchy next to my skin so it is purely a layering piece. Pattern: #truebiasmarlo @truebias Fabric: boiled wool viscose blend @sitkafabrics Buttons: @smartartandcraftsupplies Size: 10, short view, no pockets 📸: you already know @jackcala

Pink thread on the overlocker and I could whip up the #tessutipatterns Alice top from just around a metre piece from @creative.community.space when I lined it with an old pillowcase. Boosted by the win I thought I’d “whip up” a tnt #truebiasmarlo because the overlocker was already pink. Easy peasy until trying the buttonholes on thick rib. Had to take off the first neckband because after unpicking several buttonholes (argh) I realised my blue chalk lines would not come out. Back for extra rib @rathdownefabrics and many practises with tension, foot pressure, length, width and they are good enough. Took so long. Still, when it eventually gets cooler..💕#sewover50march2025 #tessutialicetop

Shout out to my AC for making this outfit possible and comfortable 🧊❄️ 😎 Wearing my beloved cropped #arthurpants in a lightweight denim and #marlosweater in a very soft and cozy jersey. @sewliberated @truebias When I first made these arthurs, the silhouette was too intense but the denim has since relaxed and I love them. Leveling up my sewing skills learning about fabric weight is so fun! 🤩 My top is @uniqlo @marimekko #memade #memadeeveryday #truebiasmarlosweater #truebiasmarlo #truebiaspatterns #truebiaspattern #sewliberated #sewliberatedpatterns #sewliberatedarthurpants #imakemyclothes #imakemyownclothes #mystyle

True Bias Marlo Sweater: I have always loved this pattern as the style is something I wear. However, the stretch percentage requirement put me off making it for a while as I wasn’t sure what material to buy. In the end, I opted for a French Ferry in caramel brown from #poundfabrics . I bought two metres at £9PM. I made the cropped version in a size 10 and have just under half a metre left I think. The fabric felt a bit thin at first but I am pleased with how it has turned out. A nice layer or summer weight cardi. It was easy to sew and came together quickly. I also reinforced the shoulder seams with ribbon. The button holes did take me awhile as my main machine just hated this fabric. I tried everything, so decided to swap over to my old Brother and do four step button holes. Not my favourite method as I don’t think they look as neat (on my machine or when I do them). The buttons were gifted. Label from from Amazon. I’d definitely make this pattern again and won’t be as worried about the stretch requirements as it’s oversized anyway. You do need some stretch mainly around the neck. I printed the pdf pattern at home and wouldn’t recommend that you do that as it was 58 pages of A4 😂. I’ve since been using printing companies for AO #truebiasmarlo #truebiasmarlosweater #truebias #truebiaspatterns

New pattern alert! #talbarrellegtrousers from @theassemblylineshop These are the perfect cropped barrel leg jeans. They barrel out at just the right spots but don’t don’t curve inward on the inseam like some other very popular pattern (the one with an elastic waist). I don’t like how those make me look very bow-legged. They have three options of waistbands: straight, regular and curved. I used the curvy fit option for the back pant legs bc I like the way the extra darts look. (Four vs two). These are barreled out just the right amount in my opinion. Worn with #axistank by @sophie_hines_ and #marlosweater by @truebias #sewingismymeditation #sewover50 #sewover50march #so50invincible #asiansewists #asianswhosew #losangelessews #reuserecycle #memadeeveryday #talbyme #talpatterns #theassemblylinepatterns #theassemblylineshop @theassemblylineshop #talpatterns #swedishfashion #axistanktop #truebiasmarlo #truebiasmarlosweater #truebiasmarlocardigan

Cozy up in style with our Marlo Sweater Kit! Batik Cotton Jersey Knit makes this super easy sew ideal for any cozy day in: office, home, or movie marathon with hot cocoa. Skip the fabric hunting and grab this convenient garment kit: 🪡 Your choice of comfy jersey knit 🪡 Fusible interfacing to stabilize the neckband 🪡 Clear elastic to strength the shoulder seams Add the Marlo Sweater pattern (optional) if you don't already own this must-have sweater pattern designed by @truebias ! Shop the kit now! #batik #batikcottonjerseyknit #simplesweater #truebiasmarlo #truebiasmarlosweater

I’m happy to share my makes for the @stylemakerfabrics Fall Inspiration…! I was drawn to the Layered Spits Cotton Modal Jersey Knit in Ocean and love that there was a nice color match in the Confetti Speckled Sweatshjrt Fleece in the Ocean color. Both fabrics are soft with vivid colors and washed and dried well. I sewed up a @truebias outfit with the Zoey Dress and the longer length Marlo Sweater. I love wearing knit dresses and thought the cotton modal jersey has a good balance of drape and structure for the Zoey Dress. I wanted a matching cardigan for the cooler months to wear with my dress and picked the Marlo Sweater but opted to not put sleeve cuffs and instead rolled the sleeves. I also haven’t put buttons and buttonholes on my Marlo and may choose to later. I think my outfit will carry well into fall and is suitable for a work outfit for my office. Yay. Have a look at the new fall fabrics and the Fall Inspiration looks made by different makers. I love the garment and styling inspiration. 😊 #stylemakerfabrics #cottonmodaljersey #confettisweatshirtfleece #fallinspirationmakes #truebiaszoey #truebiasmarlo #truebiasmarlosweater #truebiaspatterns #bayareasews #bayareasewists #petitesewing #petitesewists

♥ 𝖬𝖺𝖽𝖾 𝖻𝗒 𝖣𝖾𝖾𝗌 ♥ Since it is still sweater weather here back home, I am glad I made this Marlo sweater (vest/ cardigan). I made the cropped version and I am very happy with the result ♥. I used a beautiful taupe/ pink Alpen Fleece fabric which I got from Stoffen Spektakel. 🪡 𝚙𝚊𝚝𝚝𝚎𝚛𝚗: Marlo sweater by TrueBias 🪡 𝙵𝚊𝚋𝚛𝚒𝚌: taupe/ pink Alpen fleece by Stoffen Spektakel #naaienisleuk #naaieniship #sewingismytherapy #sewingisfun #selfishsewing #jecoudspourmoi #nähenfürmich #sweater #sweaterweather #marlosweater #truebias #truebiaspatterns #truebiasmarlo #truebiasmarlosweater

#memademay2022 day 8. Sports. Hard to get an exciting photo of run tops. I’ve searched high and low for long run tops.. Anyone else? Anyone found good patterns? I would never voluntarily go out of my house in a Lycra catsuit and yet it seems that every run shop sells run clothes with that aim in mind. I don’t really fancy 8.30am chats on the school run with all the wobbly bits on show, so I make my own long sweats and tees. This Tee is based on my RTW copy extended by about 30cm for good butt cover. See grid (white tee, denim jacket and skirt) for details. It’s in the same lush bamboo jersey from @raystitch which doesn’t pill, doesn’t spoil in a million washes and ‘breathes’. And another Marlo sweater in a gorgeous organic sweatshirt fabric from @organic_textile_company it’s quite thick and warm. See grid for deets of Marlo hack. Sorry for odd poses, post-run with no equipment! #Mmm2022 #memademay #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #sewistsofinstagram #sewistofinstagram #sewcialists #sewingchallenge #sewers #isewmyownclothes #b37w30h40 #sewist #sewists #truebiaspatterns #truebiasmarlo #truebiasmarlosweater

#memademay2022 Day 2. So this is the ever popular Marlo Cardigan as a sweatshirt. I battle big time trying to find sweatshirts. I don’t want a gangster statement oversize one, but nor do I want a teeny tiny belly button reveal cropped sweat from ASOS. Why is it so hard? I love the fit of the Marlo. So hacked the front piece. As I drafted the front I had total respect for the pattern drafting that makes this such a good fit. It’s important you use the fronts (not back), join them and allow the extra for the placket and shape out your preferred neckline. For the actual neckband I allow seam allowance, but take 10-20% of the total measurement around my neckline depending on stretch. This was non-stretchy French Terry, so just 10%. Swipe to see my pattern piece. I’m really happy with it. It works well with skirts, jeans etc and avoids the hours of shopping and unethical labour of some RTW brands. So whilst it’s not the most exciting make, it’s a more important one. Pattern: Marlo Cardigan @truebias in size 4 (sized down from 8). Up to 30 Fabric: Lovely Quality French Terry from @likesewamazing this was a Sage colour dyed with olive Dylon to go with more things. #memademay #memademay #truebiaspatterns #truebiasmarlo #truebiasmarlosweater #sewistsofinstagram #sewistofinstagram #sewist #sewists #memadeeveryday

I made myself another #marlosweater last week! I had about a metre of fabric left over from another project I started in the @sewconfidentdundee studio and managed to squeeze this short version out of it! I had to make a few adjustments as it’s all woven fabric but think it turned out quite cute!! The fabric was from @lamazifabrics and is gorgeous 😍 . #marlosweater #truebiasmarlosweater #truebiasmarlo #truebiaspatterns #metremakes #lamazifabrics #sewconfidentsandra #sewconfidentdundee #cardigan #dressmakersofinstagram #sewover40 #sewscottish #dressmaking #sewingismysuperpower

Cheeky little #marlosweater - cropped version. I sized down from a 16 to a 12 and the fit is much better. My other versions unfortunately went to recycle as just too huge and stretched out. This stable knit from @poundfabrics behaved itself much better! #marlocardigan #marlo #truebiasmarlo #truebiasmarlosweater #truebias #sewing #sewcialists #memade #handmade #handmadewardrobe #handmadefashion #memade #sewingstuff #makeitsew #waketomake #sewsewsew #sewingtime #sewcialistsofinstagram #sewersgonnasew #diyfashion #makersgonnamake

I made this @truebias #marlosweater and I am crazy about it. I might never take it off. At least until I make another…. Swipe to see me wearing it. Made view B, a straight size 14. Usually I add about 4” to tops I make, but I didn’t want this quite as long as the pattern was intended so I didn’t add the length it is just how I wanted. I would next time add an inch or so to the sleeves. Fabric is from @marshallfabrics. I don’t know what it is other than that it came from the sweater knit section. I have so many plans for sewn clothing right now. So stay tuned for that. #kathleensews #truebias #truebiasmarlo #truebiasmarlosweater

Last make of 2021, first post of 2022. I've wanted to make the @truebias Marlosweater ever since the release of the pattern. It was all I hoped it would be: a lovely easy sew and a great addition to my wardrobe. I made a size 10 without any modifications. Pattern: True Bias Marlo Sweater Fabric: @jan_sikkes #truebias #truebiaspatterns #truebiasmarlosweater #truebiasmarlo #marlosweater #jansikkes #jansikkesstoffen #selfishsewing #sweater #sewing #pfaffingaround

The wind was certainly winding at this geyser. This is a @truebias Marlo, no buttons and hemmed the sleeves. Marlo is a go-to pattern for me, I first made one in a class with @mikayla_sews a couple years ago, which was my first time working with knits. I have made a few, but love this one in @verheestextiles cosy colours. Close up of fabric in second photo. #truebiasmarlo #marlosweater #iceland

🩷My third Marlo and it definitely won’t be the last! 🩷 I love this shortie version of the True Bias Marlo for a summer throw on. #truebiasmarlo. Fabric is Blossom pink Marl knit fabric from @guthrieghani - I’ve made 2 cardigans in this fabric and it’s super soft and snuggly (it’s pesky to work with I ended up putting pins in for the markings) and the pink is a lovely almost lilac rose. Can’t believe how well it goes with this Bee Happy Blooms print. Buttons were from my late Nana-in-laws heirloom button box and I think they’re just perfect 🩷 They do this fabric in a mint and now I’m wondering if I need one in that colour too….. #memade #memadeootd #handmadewardrobe #handmadeootd #millennialsewist #sewingcommunity #guthrieandghani

#memademay2025 I am singing in the rain!! A damp morning so had to get my umbrella 🌂 out!! ☂️ Wearing my Tie Dress @yoursara_k With my trusty Marlo Cardigan @truebias #sewingtherapytie #truebiasmarlo #sewover50may

My third Marlo cardigan. This has definitely become a TNT pattern for me. My sewjo was running a bit low as winter came to an end, so this easy, sure-bet pattern was a good choice for me to make. (Pants are @closetcorepatterns Rika, and the shirt is a @burda_style from years past made by my mom!) ✏️ Lengthened the body by 2” on this model and like it a lot better on my frame vs. the original. 🪡Pattern: @truebias Marlo 🪡Fabric: @fabricmart knit from 2023 or 2024 🪡Machines: @berninausa 770 QE Plus, @babylocksewing Celebrate serger #ilovetosew #memade #sewingproject #sewistsofinstagram #millennialsewing #sewersofinstagram #sewingcommunity #sewhappy #handmadeclothing #slowfashion #mybernina #berninalove #truebias #truebiaspatterns #truebiasmarlo

#memademay2025 day 4... didn’t manage to take a photo yesterday, we were riding bikes around Copenhagen. Here’s my True Bias Marlo in some deadstock French terry from Circular Sourcing that was an absolute pain to sew but is a delight to wear. #memademay #truebias #truebiasmarlo

#memademay2025 I made a new friend!! Wearing my Bee Bee skirt @me.and.kiddo which I was a tester for. Made a matching Eden Top @me.and.kiddo I love this outfit!! Little chilly so added my Marlo Cardigan @truebias #beebeebymak #edenbymak #truebiasmarlo #sewover50may

#memademay2025 day 2 Dress 👗 from 2023 Pattern: Hope dress by #stylearc Fabric: linen from #themakersociety Cardigan from 2024 Pattern: marlo by #truebias Fabric: cotton sweater knit from #spotlightstores #sahopedress #truebiasmarlo #memadeeveryday

Of course I couldn’t go on holiday without making my vacation fits! First up was an ode to @truebias as I wore a Darla jumpsuit and Marlo cardigan. The jumpsuit, in a bold Merchant and Mills linen from @oakfabrics, has a zippered back (view C), and I added 3 inches to the hem to make it floor-sweeping. Marlo was my first time sewing a sweater, but won’t be my last. My fabric choice was merino wool also from Oak Fabrics, and I made view B with the side slit hack (which is brilliant!). I debated the buttons to use, but super pleased with my choice of heavy gold, organically wavy shank buttons - cardigan jewelry! And I didn’t think I’d actually wear it on the trip but it came in handy sitting in an open-air restaurant with ocean winds. #truebiasmarlo #truebiasdarla #truebiaspatterns #memadeeveryday #sewover40 #isew

Oh bloody hell!! This cardigan!! Another @truebias #marlosweater I SIZED DOWN TWO SIZES!! My green one I made was a size 10 and I LOVE it but it was annoying with the sleeves for me, this is a straight size 6 made with a 6.5mm seam allowance straight through my overlocker. I find it so much more comfortable to wear but the green one is still very muched loved! Fabric @sewsewsewuk Buttons @buttonboxdevon Pattern @truebias #memade #memadewardrobe #dopaminesewing #dopaminedressing #dopaminedecor #pinkcardigan #funkybuttons #sewsewsew #truebiasmarlo

Hello , it's me again 😀 We have in picture order today , 14th Jan I'm wearing a #hickoryensemble jumper with some gorgeous sequin and some supersoft sweatshirt fabric both from #sewconfident and I've paired this with #iampatternssunshine jeans and another #closetcoretshirt 13th Jan I have on the #vikisews #vikisews_karen trousers that were made in slimmer times but still wearable 😬 also #closetcoretshirt and #truebiasmarlosweater 12th Jan #iampatternssunshine jeans paired with #truebiasmarlosweater and another #closetcoretshirt , I have decorated this using my #cricut and some shiny htv . That's all for today . Thank you if you've read this far 🥰

#ootd So let's go .... Jan 4th I'm wearing #fridaypatterncompany #saguaroset trousers ( I love these , so easy to wear ) #closetcoretshirt this will be a recurring theme , such an easy staple make #truebiasmarlosweater , coat is #grasser908 Jan 5th #tillyandthebuttons #sewingdrew with #megannielsenpatterns #dawnjeans in the wide leg version which i don't love but will wear cos I went to the bother of making them ❤️ ##sewistsofinstagram #sewist #selfsewnwardrobe #sewityourself #saguaroset #marlowsweater #grasser908 #dawnjeans #closetcoretshirt #tillyandthebuttons #sewingdrew #sewover50

Shout out to my AC for making this outfit possible and comfortable 🧊❄️ 😎 Wearing my beloved cropped #arthurpants in a lightweight denim and #marlosweater in a very soft and cozy jersey. @sewliberated @truebias When I first made these arthurs, the silhouette was too intense but the denim has since relaxed and I love them. Leveling up my sewing skills learning about fabric weight is so fun! 🤩 My top is @uniqlo @marimekko #memade #memadeeveryday #truebiasmarlosweater #truebiasmarlo #truebiaspatterns #truebiaspattern #sewliberated #sewliberatedpatterns #sewliberatedarthurpants #imakemyclothes #imakemyownclothes #mystyle

Love making this cardigan #truebiasmarlosweater from a red cable knit fabric from @poundfabrics I did the view A size 10 I lengthened by 4.5” Love the buttons which were from @trurofabrics #sewingmyownclothes

True Bias Marlo Sweater: I have always loved this pattern as the style is something I wear. However, the stretch percentage requirement put me off making it for a while as I wasn’t sure what material to buy. In the end, I opted for a French Ferry in caramel brown from #poundfabrics . I bought two metres at £9PM. I made the cropped version in a size 10 and have just under half a metre left I think. The fabric felt a bit thin at first but I am pleased with how it has turned out. A nice layer or summer weight cardi. It was easy to sew and came together quickly. I also reinforced the shoulder seams with ribbon. The button holes did take me awhile as my main machine just hated this fabric. I tried everything, so decided to swap over to my old Brother and do four step button holes. Not my favourite method as I don’t think they look as neat (on my machine or when I do them). The buttons were gifted. Label from from Amazon. I’d definitely make this pattern again and won’t be as worried about the stretch requirements as it’s oversized anyway. You do need some stretch mainly around the neck. I printed the pdf pattern at home and wouldn’t recommend that you do that as it was 58 pages of A4 😂. I’ve since been using printing companies for AO #truebiasmarlo #truebiasmarlosweater #truebias #truebiaspatterns

New pattern alert! #talbarrellegtrousers from @theassemblylineshop These are the perfect cropped barrel leg jeans. They barrel out at just the right spots but don’t don’t curve inward on the inseam like some other very popular pattern (the one with an elastic waist). I don’t like how those make me look very bow-legged. They have three options of waistbands: straight, regular and curved. I used the curvy fit option for the back pant legs bc I like the way the extra darts look. (Four vs two). These are barreled out just the right amount in my opinion. Worn with #axistank by @sophie_hines_ and #marlosweater by @truebias #sewingismymeditation #sewover50 #sewover50march #so50invincible #asiansewists #asianswhosew #losangelessews #reuserecycle #memadeeveryday #talbyme #talpatterns #theassemblylinepatterns #theassemblylineshop @theassemblylineshop #talpatterns #swedishfashion #axistanktop #truebiasmarlo #truebiasmarlosweater #truebiasmarlocardigan

First makes of 2024! And I'm hoping that these images may inspire you to hack a pattern to release your creativity. The first version is the original pattern without any adjustments (apart from lengthening the cropped version by 1.5inches). Scroll through to see the third image - which is a scrap buster of mittens made from the blue fabric. Although I do look like I'm nursing a sore paw.... 🤣 The second version has no button stand, adding grosgrain ribbon to strengthen the button placements, extending the centre front to the collarbone, and adding a necktie which is part of the cardigan for extra cosiness. They are samples I've made for a course that I am facilitating in February - our 'comfort series'. So many people are nervous of sewing stretch - I say, go for it - with some help from a ballpoint needle and Gutterman's maraflex thread (game changer), you will enter a whole new world of comfort! Pattern detail: True Bias Marlo Cardigan #sewingtutor #sewover50january2024 #imakemyownclothes👗 #truebiasmarlocardigan #truebiasmarlosweater #truebiasmarlow #diyfashionideas #fashionover50plus #fashıonover50 #fashionover50s #fashionover50isfun #guttermanmaraflex #gutternman #sewingwithstretch

Head to toe in G&G today! My outfit for work today is all hand made and all of the fabric was from @guthrieghani ( even the bag!!) Following on from yesterday’s post I also made this @tillybuttons #sewingfreya top from a rib knit remnant just over half a meter!! . Cardi-@truebias #marlosweater marlo in #cosy colours sweat shirting Bag- sotak handmade Portland tote Skirt- Nina lee Camden skirt Top- Tilly and the buttons Freya in snuggly rib knit. #sewingforwork #memadewardrobe #wearitonwednesday #memade #guthrieghani #truebiasmarlosweater #tillyandthebuttonsfreya #tillyandthebuttonsstretchbook #ninaleecamdenskirt #ninaleecamdenpinafore #sotakpatterns #portlandtote #workready

I’m happy to share my makes for the @stylemakerfabrics Fall Inspiration…! I was drawn to the Layered Spits Cotton Modal Jersey Knit in Ocean and love that there was a nice color match in the Confetti Speckled Sweatshjrt Fleece in the Ocean color. Both fabrics are soft with vivid colors and washed and dried well. I sewed up a @truebias outfit with the Zoey Dress and the longer length Marlo Sweater. I love wearing knit dresses and thought the cotton modal jersey has a good balance of drape and structure for the Zoey Dress. I wanted a matching cardigan for the cooler months to wear with my dress and picked the Marlo Sweater but opted to not put sleeve cuffs and instead rolled the sleeves. I also haven’t put buttons and buttonholes on my Marlo and may choose to later. I think my outfit will carry well into fall and is suitable for a work outfit for my office. Yay. Have a look at the new fall fabrics and the Fall Inspiration looks made by different makers. I love the garment and styling inspiration. 😊 #stylemakerfabrics #cottonmodaljersey #confettisweatshirtfleece #fallinspirationmakes #truebiaszoey #truebiasmarlo #truebiasmarlosweater #truebiaspatterns #bayareasews #bayareasewists #petitesewing #petitesewists

I made another one! This is my third #marlosweater by @truebias I love this pattern. Such a quick make and it can be made in so many different fabrics. This is a very stretchy lightweight rib knit from deep in the stash. I think it came from @darncheapfabrics but I can’t be 100%. Buttons from @jimmybuttonsfitzroy When I made my first one of these I was really intimated by sewing the button holes on stretch fabric, but with the interfacing on the front band it is a breeze! #truebiaspatterns #truebiasmarlosweater #truebiasmarlocardigan #darncheapfabrics #sewcialsewingalburywodonga #sewcialsewing #sewingisthebest #sewingmyownclothes #sewingmyownwardrobe

Have a cosy Christmas! My latest #minervamake is now on their blog. This cropped #truebiasmarlosweater is made in a snuggly heavy fur backed knit provided by @minervadotcom in return for the review #minervaambassador #isewmyownclothes #sewover50 #sewing

#memademay2022 Day 2. So this is the ever popular Marlo Cardigan as a sweatshirt. I battle big time trying to find sweatshirts. I don’t want a gangster statement oversize one, but nor do I want a teeny tiny belly button reveal cropped sweat from ASOS. Why is it so hard? I love the fit of the Marlo. So hacked the front piece. As I drafted the front I had total respect for the pattern drafting that makes this such a good fit. It’s important you use the fronts (not back), join them and allow the extra for the placket and shape out your preferred neckline. For the actual neckband I allow seam allowance, but take 10-20% of the total measurement around my neckline depending on stretch. This was non-stretchy French Terry, so just 10%. Swipe to see my pattern piece. I’m really happy with it. It works well with skirts, jeans etc and avoids the hours of shopping and unethical labour of some RTW brands. So whilst it’s not the most exciting make, it’s a more important one. Pattern: Marlo Cardigan @truebias in size 4 (sized down from 8). Up to 30 Fabric: Lovely Quality French Terry from @likesewamazing this was a Sage colour dyed with olive Dylon to go with more things. #memademay #memademay #truebiaspatterns #truebiasmarlo #truebiasmarlosweater #sewistsofinstagram #sewistofinstagram #sewist #sewists #memadeeveryday

Today I wore the second @truebias #rioringertshirt made using the @guthrieghani sewing society kit. There was enough white ribbing to make contrast cuffs and neckband. The fabric is less stretchy than the white so this one is a better fit I think. After a morning coffee, a stroll past some giant Easter eggs we visited the Roman Bishops Basilica and the Small Basilica. These are full of fantastic mosaics. Plovdiv is full of surprises! I needed my #marlosweater as it was cooler in there 😀 #handmadewardrobe #diydressmaker #sewingkeepsmesane #whomadeyourclothes #imakemyownclothes #sewingaddict #sewover50 #truebiasrioringer #truebiasrioringertee #truebiasmarlosweater #guthrieandghani #guthrieandghanisewingsociety

I made myself another #marlosweater last week! I had about a metre of fabric left over from another project I started in the @sewconfidentdundee studio and managed to squeeze this short version out of it! I had to make a few adjustments as it’s all woven fabric but think it turned out quite cute!! The fabric was from @lamazifabrics and is gorgeous 😍 . #marlosweater #truebiasmarlosweater #truebiasmarlo #truebiaspatterns #metremakes #lamazifabrics #sewconfidentsandra #sewconfidentdundee #cardigan #dressmakersofinstagram #sewover40 #sewscottish #dressmaking #sewingismysuperpower

SC Sandra had a bit of sewing time last week. Since all these new patterns have arrived in stock we thought it was only right so try some out! This is the #truebias #marlosweater Such a good make. This is the cropped version which is super cute and a lovely sew! It was also perfect for those self covered buttons 👌🏽 . #truebiasmarlo #truebiaspatterns #truebiasmarlosweater #sewconfident #sewconfidentsandra #sewconfidentdundee #sewing #sewingclasses #sewingclassesdundee #craftclassesdundee #broughtyferry #dundee #creativedundee #sewdundee #sewingstudiodundee #beginnerssewing #beginnerssewingclasses #sewingproject #starttosew #learntosew #dressmaking #dressmakersofinstagram #sewingismysuperpower #kylieandthemachine #kylieandthemachinelabels

Finally finished off the button holes on my latest Marlo cardi. After unpicking the same button hole for a third time I did a practice button hole then decided to try a new needle. Seemed to do the trick! Fabric was from @backstitchshop it did leave little bits all over the house while I was sewing it. Because of this I chose to encase the seams for the hem band and neckband to keep things neat as I don’t have an over locker. I zig zagged the side seams and all the arm seams. Hopefully it will survive its first wash 😬 It’s still quite oversized, I’m tempted to go down another size for the next one. #truebiaspatterns #truebias #truebiasmarlosweater #marlocardigan #truebiasmarlocardigan #jaquardfabric #bigbuttons #leopardprint #leopardprintcardigan

Finished my #marlosweater from @truebias today. I’m debating whether to do the buttons and buttonholes. I kinda like it just like this. Perfect weight for Florida. Because it’s wedding week here, sewing this has helped relax me. #waiwot #70by70 #sewyourgoals @consistentlydifferentdesigns #truebias #truebiaspatterns #truebiasmarlosweater #weddingweek #sewingcalmsmymind #sewingismytherapy #cardigan #imakewhatiwear #imakemyownclothes #isewmyownclothes #sewover50 #so50visible #sewist #sewistofinstagram

Cheeky little #marlosweater - cropped version. I sized down from a 16 to a 12 and the fit is much better. My other versions unfortunately went to recycle as just too huge and stretched out. This stable knit from @poundfabrics behaved itself much better! #marlocardigan #marlo #truebiasmarlo #truebiasmarlosweater #truebias #sewing #sewcialists #memade #handmade #handmadewardrobe #handmadefashion #memade #sewingstuff #makeitsew #waketomake #sewsewsew #sewingtime #sewcialistsofinstagram #sewersgonnasew #diyfashion #makersgonnamake

Another @truebias Marlo sweater! I tried the short version this time. I love this pattern and have plans for a few more of these. It’s extra cozy because I used @surgefabricshop morraine double cashmere with coordinating banff rib knit. #truebiaspatterns #marlosweater #truebiasmarlosweater #surgefabricshop #morrainedoublecashmere #memadeeveryday #sewistsofinstagram #orlakiely

Absolutely loving my @truebias #marlosweater I made last month. In fact I’ve probably worn it every day since! Fabric is black felted back boucle from @higgsandhiggs with black ribbing from @sewmesunshine.uk. I picked up the large buttons at my local haberdashery and finished it off with a @kylieandthemachine #memade label #truebiasmarlo #truebiasmarlosweater #truebias #truebiaspatterns #higgsandhiggs #higgsandhiggsfabric #boucle #sewmesunshine #kylieandthemachine #katmlabels #sew #sewing #handmade #handmadewardrobe #sewist #sewistsofinstagram

Chaqueta MARLO de @truebias #truebiasmarlosweater Tenía muchas ganas de hacerme esta chaqueta. Viene con una versión cortita, con menos escote, y otra larga con el escote más abierto. Como ningún largo me convencía, he alargado 10cm la versión corta y le he puesto bolsillos🤣 Como estaba entre dos tallas, me hice la grande pero creo que la próxima vez me haré la pequeña porque es holgada. El cuello me ha quedado un poco tieso… no entiendo porque. No lleva entretela ni nada🤷‍♀️ Es una costura que me ha gustado mucho hacer y seguro que repetiré! Me tengo que hacer la versión larga recortada😆 La tela es un punto waffle rosa antiguo de @slowtaller💕 #sew #sewing #coser #cosiendo #nähen #isew #costura #diy #handmade #hechoamano #instasew #instasewing #sewingproject #sewingpatterns #sewingpattern #imadethis #memade #memadewardrobe #sewista #sewist #sewer #imademyclothes #instasewer #sewingaddict #coseresmisuperpoder #porMiparaMi #pormíparamí

Primera costura de 2022🎊 Cuando vi esta tela de @divazus pensé en este patrón automáticamente y hasta que no la compré no descansé tranquila. Lo mismo me pasó con los botones, creo que le van genial. Es el segundo #marlosweater que me coso. Esta vez he elegido la versión corta pero la he alargado 10 cm y le he añadido bolsillos. La banda del cuello se me resiste un poco y está cosida un poco regulera, pero yo seguiré intentándolo 💪. Patrón: #truebiasmarlosweater de @truebias Botones: @thesewjo Como es por y para mi enlazo #mimimalascostureras @malascostureras #malacosturera #malascostureras #cosidoresmallorca #poryparami #costuraegoista #comboperfecto #coser #coseresdeguapas #yocosomiropa #hechopormi #sewingadict #truebias #marlosweaterhack #sewsewsew #isewmyowncloths #memadewardrobe #memade #imadethis #madebyme🙋 #isew #instasewing #sweaterweather

My last 2 makes of 2021 and I think they’re my favourites already! @closetcorepatterns #gingerjeansmidrise made with @guthrieghani #ggsewingsociety @truebias #marlosweater made in black felted back boucle from @higgsandhiggs and ribbing from @sewmesunshine.uk My jeans have been in constant rotation since finishing them 4 weeks ago and the cardigan is super snuggly so will get plenty of wear Looking forward to more sewing challenges in 2022 and maybe try my hand at knitting too! #truebiasmarlo #truebiasmarlosweater #truebias #truebiaspatterns #ggsewingsociety #guthrieghani #guthrieandghani #guthrieandghanisewingsociety #guthrieandghanie #sewmesunshine #closetcorepatterns #closetcoreginger #closetcoregingers #closetcoregingerjeans #higgsandhiggs #higgsandhiggsfabric #sewist #sewistsofinstagram #sewistofinstagram #sewing #imadethis #handmade #handmadewardrobe

There’s been lots of sewing but very little sharing recently so thought I’d start with my latest @truebias Marlo in a beautiful clay pink snug sweater knit from @lamazifabrics . I was inspired by a cardigan I saw on a shopping trip before Christmas (last photo) and found these giant pearl buttons at @newcrafthouse 💕 Pink is not in my usual colour palette but this clay pink is more of a dusty rose - I think the photos are making it more vibrant than it is. I reprinted the pattern and sized down to a 12 for this version which is much more wearable than my bigger ones. Think this is my 5th Marlo now! #BathSews #BristolSews #MidSizeSewing #SewOver40 #SewOver50 #SewOver50February #ChronicallySewn #truebiasmarlo #truebiasmarlosweater #marlosweater #lamazifabrics #pearlbuttons #lamazimakers #so50pink

Cozy up in style with our Marlo Sweater Kit! Batik Cotton Jersey Knit makes this super easy sew ideal for any cozy day in: office, home, or movie marathon with hot cocoa. Skip the fabric hunting and grab this convenient garment kit: 🪡 Your choice of comfy jersey knit 🪡 Fusible interfacing to stabilize the neckband 🪡 Clear elastic to strength the shoulder seams Add the Marlo Sweater pattern (optional) if you don't already own this must-have sweater pattern designed by @truebias ! Shop the kit now! #batik #batikcottonjerseyknit #simplesweater #truebiasmarlo #truebiasmarlosweater

♥ 𝖬𝖺𝖽𝖾 𝖻𝗒 𝖣𝖾𝖾𝗌 ♥ Since it is still sweater weather here back home, I am glad I made this Marlo sweater (vest/ cardigan). I made the cropped version and I am very happy with the result ♥. I used a beautiful taupe/ pink Alpen Fleece fabric which I got from Stoffen Spektakel. 🪡 𝚙𝚊𝚝𝚝𝚎𝚛𝚗: Marlo sweater by TrueBias 🪡 𝙵𝚊𝚋𝚛𝚒𝚌: taupe/ pink Alpen fleece by Stoffen Spektakel #naaienisleuk #naaieniship #sewingismytherapy #sewingisfun #selfishsewing #jecoudspourmoi #nähenfürmich #sweater #sweaterweather #marlosweater #truebias #truebiaspatterns #truebiasmarlo #truebiasmarlosweater

@mary_anneg The #marlosweater has been on my sewing bucket list for a few months now and I’m happy I finally made one! It’s more loose than I expected it to be based on my size but also I kind of like it oversized for added coziness. . . . . . . #truebiasmarlosweater#academicsewingcircle#memadeeveryday#memadecloset#memadebasics#capsulewardrobe#wintersewing#sewwinterclothes

This was meant to be a quick and refreshing project in the midst of a very overwhelming few days. I sat down with my #marlosweater pattern and hack pieces for a nice simple sew; what ensued was an hour and a half of pulling-out-my-hair nonsense after wrong cut after cut, me busily re-imagining how this would work as my available fabric got less and less. Gah! Don’t do a hack in a hurry, folks. I had meant for this to be one solid piece (no seam) and about 2 inches longer, but I immediately cut it too short. Oops! At that point I had enough fabric to remedy things with a simple seam in the upper portion, but then I accidentally cut the back neckline wrong - forgetting to use the hacked neckline piece taken from the #nikkotop pattern*. Same thing with the front! Gah! Anyway, it ended up shorter than I wanted and has a seam across the top but I do love it. The seam is actually prob my fave part - a happy mistake. I’m still debating taking off the bottom ribbing and: a. adding a couple inches more of the sweatshirt fabric (so, another seam mid-sweatshirt) and then reattaching the ribbing or b. adding a couple inches more sweatshirt fabric and hemming it as is (no ribbing). Thoughts?? . . . . Details: French Terry @iseefabric organic in Modern Blue Rib Knit also @iseefabric organic in Deep Sea Gahhhhh I love these colors! *both fabrics kindly gifted! Sweatshirt pattern hacked from the #marlosweater @truebias pattern with the neckline and neckband based on (slightly adapted) the marvelous #nikkotop pattern Details on this hack in a previous post (see post with an off-white cropped sweatshirt). DM if you have more questions! Jeans: Thrifted.

#memademay2022 day 8. Sports. Hard to get an exciting photo of run tops. I’ve searched high and low for long run tops.. Anyone else? Anyone found good patterns? I would never voluntarily go out of my house in a Lycra catsuit and yet it seems that every run shop sells run clothes with that aim in mind. I don’t really fancy 8.30am chats on the school run with all the wobbly bits on show, so I make my own long sweats and tees. This Tee is based on my RTW copy extended by about 30cm for good butt cover. See grid (white tee, denim jacket and skirt) for details. It’s in the same lush bamboo jersey from @raystitch which doesn’t pill, doesn’t spoil in a million washes and ‘breathes’. And another Marlo sweater in a gorgeous organic sweatshirt fabric from @organic_textile_company it’s quite thick and warm. See grid for deets of Marlo hack. Sorry for odd poses, post-run with no equipment! #Mmm2022 #memademay #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #sewistsofinstagram #sewistofinstagram #sewcialists #sewingchallenge #sewers #isewmyownclothes #b37w30h40 #sewist #sewists #truebiaspatterns #truebiasmarlo #truebiasmarlosweater

Today I’m wearing the #truebias #marlosweater with a tank top from vintage #mccalls6503 and some RTW shorts. I made a few adjustments to the Marlo. First, I lengthened the sleeves and the bottom hem to coincide with the width that the ribbing would be. I then hemmed the sleeves, but after hemming the bottom of the sweater, I inserted elastic to bring it in. Instead of buttons, I used large sew on snaps. Also, it is made from a non stretch terry cloth fabric. #truebiasmarlosweater #mccalls6503 #memademay2022 #trubias #marlosweater

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Two ways to wear a Marlo Sweater 😂 Scroll to picture 6 to see how I found little miss trying it on this morning. I finished my second cropped True Bias Marlo Sweater the other week, and immediately started wearing it. My woredrobe was in serious need of an upgraded 'matches' everything cardi, since a couple of my favourite ones disintegrated on me earlier in the year and some of my older ones just drive me bananas now. I really think this is going to get alot of love. I am still not certain this cardigan is the best use of these gorgeous buttons, I feel like they just get lost in the texture so I may swap them out one day if I find a better project for them. But for now I am just glad they are not hiding out in my stash. Pattern: @truebias - Marlo Sweater - Cropped version, made one size from size chart, no adjustments. Fabric: Jersey Knit deadstock from @rainbowfabrickilburn - Fabric is only two way stretch but that wasn't a problem with this pattern. Buttons: Metal shank buttons from @buttonbothy #truebiaspatterns #truebias #truebiasmarlo #truebiasmarlosweater #rainbowfabrickilburn #deadstockfabric #buttonbothy

I made this @truebias #marlosweater and I am crazy about it. I might never take it off. At least until I make another…. Swipe to see me wearing it. Made view B, a straight size 14. Usually I add about 4” to tops I make, but I didn’t want this quite as long as the pattern was intended so I didn’t add the length it is just how I wanted. I would next time add an inch or so to the sleeves. Fabric is from @marshallfabrics. I don’t know what it is other than that it came from the sweater knit section. I have so many plans for sewn clothing right now. So stay tuned for that. #kathleensews #truebias #truebiasmarlo #truebiasmarlosweater

Marlo 😎 Den #marlosweater von @truebias hatte ich auch schon eine Weile auf der Liste, aber ich war ja zwischendrin doch etwas nähfaul ... derweil entstand Marlo um Marlo bei euch drumherum ... aber jetzt ist meiner auch soweit 😊. Genäht hab ich ihn aus dem sehr flauschigen #bonostrick von #swafing. Den hab ich zusammen mit den Knöpfen, auf die ich schon lange ein Auge geworfen hatte, in der @tillabox gefunden. Und zu #arthur passt er auch noch! Genießt den schönen Wintertag 😍! --- The #marlosweater has been on my list for quite a long time already, but in between I´ve been really lazy for some months ... and everybody around me seemed to finish a Marlo meanwhile ... but now I´ve got mine and I like it so much 😊. Also a good match with #arthur! #sewliberated #sewliberatedarthurpants #truebiasmarlo #truebiasmarlosweater #nähenfürmich #sewingismysuperpower #nähenmachtglücklich #nähenistwiezaubernkönnen #nähen #sewsewsew #addictedtosewing #ichnähmirdieweltwiesiemirgefällt #ichnähemeinekleidungselbst #nähenfürfrauen #nähenistmeinyoga #imademyclothes #sewingismytherapy #sewingproject2022 #madeitpatterns #sewistsofinstagram

Last make of 2021, first post of 2022. I've wanted to make the @truebias Marlosweater ever since the release of the pattern. It was all I hoped it would be: a lovely easy sew and a great addition to my wardrobe. I made a size 10 without any modifications. Pattern: True Bias Marlo Sweater Fabric: @jan_sikkes #truebias #truebiaspatterns #truebiasmarlosweater #truebiasmarlo #marlosweater #jansikkes #jansikkesstoffen #selfishsewing #sweater #sewing #pfaffingaround