Not really one to hugely celebrate Valentines Day but I’ve had this fleece sweatshirting in my stash for about 3-4 years (what a surprise)! It was originally purchased from @1stforfabrics … Finally made it into a Jarrah, a pattern by @megannielsenpatterns Didn’t have ribbing/cuffing to hand that matched the heart colour or the right white for the base, so opted for the same fabric for the neckband, cuffs and Hem band and it works! It’s really cosy, so perfect for layering. Sneak peek of one of the new Labels from @little.rosy.cheeks too - #Handmade Image Description: Emma is wearing a white sweatshirt with mauve hearts on it. Photos 1-3, Emma is standing in front of a French window/door with a net curtain. There is a wooden wicker screen, dried plants and a basket of blankets behind her also. In photos 4-5 - Emma is sitting at the end of a bed wearing the sweatshirt. The bed has a pink bedsheet on it and a white headboard. There are 3 fairy pictures on the wall behind her. Emma is also wearing headphones on her head too. End. #JarrahSeated #MnJarrah #MnJarrahCurve #SewnShownSeated #MakersGonnaMake #FatSewingClub #FatSewist #SewScottish #SewOver40 #DressMakersOfInstagram #SewistsOfInstagram #MeMadeEveryday

Day 9. #MeMadeMay2021 #MMMfat #MMMfat2021 Wearing a Jarrah Sweater today in a llama sweater jersey. Sorry not sure where this came from! Paired it with some RTW jeans. Possibly going to put a light tee/ cami on before I take Fiamma out on a walk this afternoon underneath but we’ll see. I do like the Jarrah pattern as it’s quite versatile for a sweater pattern. It’s not boxy. But I think for any future Jarrahs I’ll lengthen the bodice. The Jarrah goes up to 56” bust, 48” waist and 58” hips. Photo Description - Emma, a short curvy woman with her brown hair tied up in a ponytail is wearing a blue sweater with llamas and cacti on it. Emma is standing in her kitchen which has slightly creamy cupboards and a wooden worktop/ bunker. Photo 1 - Emma is facing slightly sideways to the camera with her hands in pockets of her jeans. Photo 2 - Emma is leaning against the kitchen bunker but facing straight on to the camera, her head slightly tilted. Photo 3 - Emma’s body is side on whilst her head is turned facing the camera. Both of her hands are in her pockets. #MnJarrah #MnJarrahCurve #DressmakersOfInstagram #SewSewSew #SewOver40 #FatSewingClub #SewScottish

Day 7 of the @sistermintaka Feel Sew Much Better sewing challenge & my topstitch thread finally arrived 🧵 My twin needle was not playing nicely so it took way longer than it should have to topstitch the neckline, sleeves & hem but I AM DONE! Pleased with the sleeves I created & the overall casual look. @sistermintaka #FeelingSewMuchBetterDay7 #FeelingSewMuchBetter #memadewardrobe #memadewardrobe2021 #sewingmyownclothes #sewingismysuperpower #mnjarrahcurve #sewslow #sewsoslow

Day 2 of the @sistermintaka Feel Sew Much Better sewing challenge, designed to lift our spirits & encourage the online sewing community. Using the pattern weights me & Isla made I’ve cut out my #mnjarrah from #megannielsenpatterns in plain khaki jersey from @flamingofabricsuk @sistermintaka #FeelingSewMuchBetterDay2 #memadewardrobe #memadewardrobe2021 #sewingmyownclothes #sewingismysuperpower #mnjarrahcurve

An oldie but a comfy one. This is a jarrah sweater. Made out of a loopback sweater knit. I bought it from @fabricgodmother back in 2018. Love the llamas 🦙 on it. A fun quirky sweater but one that keeps me warm at the same time. Not really been sharing new makes but hopefully that will change shortly as things are released ie lots of testers and a couple of collab bts! Image Description: Emma is wearing a teal blue sweater with llamas and cacti on it. There are dried flowers beside her in a vase and a green trailing plant hanging from the ceiling. Emma is standing in one photo against the wall and sitting in photo two. She is looking towards the window. End. #MnJarrah #MnJarrahCurve #SewnShownSeated #FatSewingClub #FatSewist #MeMadeOnRepeat #SewistsOfInstagram #SewScottish #SewOver40 #Sewing #DressMakersOfInstagram

Hey! Back to cosy vibes. Here’s me wearing my Jarrah Sweater. Jarrah curve goes up to 58”/147cm hips (body measurements, not finished garment measurements). I went with view c with a waist tie and really happy I went with my gut even though I wasn’t sure that this garment shape would work for me. I took my Bust measurements, 46” and graded out to my Hips 58”. For my sleeves I used the 20 sizing. I used the Jarrah curve pdf. I used See You at Six sweater fabric and cuffing that I bought from @lamazifabrics The Jarrah and Jarrah Curve are from @megannielsenpatterns Image Description: Emma is standing slightly turned to the side holding a unicorn mug in one hand and has the other hand down at her side. Emma is wearing jeans on the bottom. #MnJarrahSweater #MnJarrah #MnJarrahCurve #SewOver40 #SewScottish #FatSewingClub #FatSewist #FatSewing #FatSewingPatterns #ScottishSewingBlogger #ScottishBlogger #SewingBlogger #MakersGonnaMake #MeMadeEveryday #MeMadeEverydayPlus

Day 4 of the @sistermintaka Feel Sew Much Better sewing challenge. Here’s where I’m at with my t-shirt version of the #mnjarrah from #megannielsenpatterns in plain khaki jersey from @flamingofabricsuk Neck and side seams sewn with a cheeky little circa 2021 label from #katmlabels plus I’ve ironed on the fusible hemming tape to the curved hem. Waiting on my matching thread for the top stitching @sistermintaka #FeelingSewMuchBetterDay4 #FeelingSewMuchBetter #memadewardrobe #memadewardrobe2021 #sewingmyownclothes #sewingismysuperpower #mnjarrahcurve #sewslow #sewsoslow

This week I’m taking part in @sistermintaka Feel Sew Much Better sewing challenge, designed to lift our spirits & encourage the online sewing community. I will document each stage of my sewing project each day this week. Homeschooling means not much sewing is happening so the simpler the pattern the better. This is my second #mnjarrah from #megannielsenpatterns but this time using a plain khaki jersey from @flamingofabricsuk I’m doing the curved hem which is longer at the back. I’ve shortened the sleeves to a shortish sleeve for Spring/Summer. Since I’ve started making my own clothes it’s all been about the gorgeous prints but you need some plain items of clothing in your wardrobe too & this thick t-shirt jersey lends itself to this pattern (hopefully) 🤞 @sistermintaka #FeelingSewMuchBetterDay1 #memadewardrobe #memadewardrobe2021 #sewingmyownclothes #sewingismysuperpower #mnjarrahcurve

Here’s a shot of my lovely sister @c_hart2015 showing off her new jumper that I made for her birthday back in March. She told me was waiting for the right place to take some photos and I think she certainly picked the right setting 🤩 I made the @megannielsenpatterns #jarrahcurvesweater in this gorgeous fleece backed sweatshirting from @sewsewsewuk - it’s so soft! 😍 The Jarrah is super simple to sew up with it’s dropped sleeve and cuffs. There’s several versions to choose from as well, making it a very versatile pattern. #sewingblogger #blogger #sew #sewing #sewist #sewistsofinstagram #seamstressesofinstagram #dressmaker #seamstress #seamstresslife #dressmaking #dressmakersofinstagram #sewyourown #sewyourownclothes #memade #memadewardrobe #handmade #handmadewardrobe #sewcialising #sewcialists #imadethis #sewingproject #megannielsenpatterns #mnjarrahcurve #indiepatterns

It’s another #MnJarrah ... Got off the sewing machine and perfect for this 🥶 weather! Fabric has been in my stash for ages but it’s was from @sewisfaction - #MySewisfaction #SewingMakesMeHappy It’s soooo cosy! (Image description: A white woman with brown hair with highlights wearing a dark and light grey sweater which is very scandi like. Has one hand on her hip and the other at her side. The second image is one where she is sitting down and stroking her dogs head.) #MnJarrahSweater #MnCurve #MnJarrahCurve @megannielsenpatterns #FatSewist #MeMadeWardrobe #MeMade #FatSewingClub #FatSewing #Sewing #CurvySewingCollective #SewScottish #SewOver40 #ScottishSewingBlogger #SewingBlogger #SewistsOfInstagram #SewnShownSeated

Day 3 of the @sistermintaka Feel Sew Much Better sewing challenge. Life is crazy right now & if it weren’t for this challenge I wouldn’t squeeze in a bit of sewing each day as I like big chunks of time on projects, but I’m learning right now to Sew Slow. Here’s where I’m at with my t-shirt version of the #mnjarrah from #megannielsenpatterns in plain khaki jersey from @flamingofabricsuk @sistermintaka #FeelingSewMuchBetterDay3 #FeelingSewMuchBetter #memadewardrobe #memadewardrobe2021 #sewingmyownclothes #sewingismysuperpower #mnjarrahcurve #sewslow #sewsoslow

Day 2 - #MeMadeMay2021 / #MMMfat2021 Wearing a comfy #mnJarrahSweater with very old RTW black leggings because it’s been a very lazy Sunday. Apart from taking the dog out and sticking a pdf pattern together whilst catching up with youtube channels ... that’s it. I’m using the Jarrah Curve Pattern, which is in pdf form and is available from @megannielsenpatterns - the #mnJarrahCurve has a size range of 14-30 and goes up to a bust 56”, waist 48” and hips 58”. I cut my pattern at size 20 for my bust and graded out to 28 for my hips. This is mix of views as I’ve taken the curved hemline from view b and added the funnel neck from view d. I’ve just went for a simple and quick finish with a twin needle and turned up the cuffs on the sleeves. Photo ID: Emma, a white women with long brown hair wears a sweater with colourful spots/bubbles in a watercolour effect. She’s paired it with black leggings. Emma is standing, looking towards the camera with one hand resting at her side and other hand touching her hair. Mention Today’s key word: morello cherry 🍒 #MakersGonnaMake #SewScottish #FatSewing #CurvySewing #SewingBlogger #iMakeMyOwnClothes #HandmadeWardrobe #SewOver40 #CurvySewingCollective #DressmakersOfInstagram

Day 5 of the @sistermintaka Feel Sew Much Better sewing challenge & still my topstitch thread hasn’t arrived 😭 So instead I sewed in this very apt label which sums up this t-shirt make perfectly! It’s from the lovely Annie @starttostitch who also runs the FB sewing group I’m proud to be a part of #kernowsewcial @sistermintaka #FeelingSewMuchBetterDay5 #FeelingSewMuchBetter #memadewardrobe #memadewardrobe2021 #sewingmyownclothes #sewingismysuperpower #mnjarrahcurve #sewslow #sewsoslow

Hello! I’m on to give you some jumper/sweater pattern tips for #SewCosyWinterParty2020 .... I’m wearing one of my favourite patterns, which is the @megannielsenpatterns #MnJarrah #MnJarrahCurve I love the curved bottom edge and the side splits- this one I’ve hacked into a mock polo neck for extra coziness! #sewing #SewingSweaters #SewingJumpers #SewistsOfInstagram #SewScottish #CosySweater

NEW Seasonal fabric drop. We have restocked & added a few more colours to our range of Organic Leaf Jacquard Knit. This medium weight knit is beautifully soft, with a fine knitted pattern of leaves in the texture. And we have stocked up with matching ribbing to complete your project. This knit is perfect for cardigans like the #FjordCardi , tops like the #FibreMoodMabel #FibreMoodNorma #MNJarrahSweater and a #MNFloreatDress would look beautiful. #MindTheMakerFabrics #PatternScissorsFrock

Day 2 - #MeMadeMay2021 / #MMMfat2021 Wearing a comfy #mnJarrahSweater with very old RTW black leggings because it’s been a very lazy Sunday. Apart from taking the dog out and sticking a pdf pattern together whilst catching up with youtube channels ... that’s it. I’m using the Jarrah Curve Pattern, which is in pdf form and is available from @megannielsenpatterns - the #mnJarrahCurve has a size range of 14-30 and goes up to a bust 56”, waist 48” and hips 58”. I cut my pattern at size 20 for my bust and graded out to 28 for my hips. This is mix of views as I’ve taken the curved hemline from view b and added the funnel neck from view d. I’ve just went for a simple and quick finish with a twin needle and turned up the cuffs on the sleeves. Photo ID: Emma, a white women with long brown hair wears a sweater with colourful spots/bubbles in a watercolour effect. She’s paired it with black leggings. Emma is standing, looking towards the camera with one hand resting at her side and other hand touching her hair. Mention Today’s key word: morello cherry 🍒 #MakersGonnaMake #SewScottish #FatSewing #CurvySewing #SewingBlogger #iMakeMyOwnClothes #HandmadeWardrobe #SewOver40 #CurvySewingCollective #DressmakersOfInstagram

Hey! Back to cosy vibes. Here’s me wearing my Jarrah Sweater. Jarrah curve goes up to 58”/147cm hips (body measurements, not finished garment measurements). I went with view c with a waist tie and really happy I went with my gut even though I wasn’t sure that this garment shape would work for me. I took my Bust measurements, 46” and graded out to my Hips 58”. For my sleeves I used the 20 sizing. I used the Jarrah curve pdf. I used See You at Six sweater fabric and cuffing that I bought from @lamazifabrics The Jarrah and Jarrah Curve are from @megannielsenpatterns Image Description: Emma is standing slightly turned to the side holding a unicorn mug in one hand and has the other hand down at her side. Emma is wearing jeans on the bottom. #MnJarrahSweater #MnJarrah #MnJarrahCurve #SewOver40 #SewScottish #FatSewingClub #FatSewist #FatSewing #FatSewingPatterns #ScottishSewingBlogger #ScottishBlogger #SewingBlogger #MakersGonnaMake #MeMadeEveryday #MeMadeEverydayPlus

It’s another #MnJarrah ... Got off the sewing machine and perfect for this 🥶 weather! Fabric has been in my stash for ages but it’s was from @sewisfaction - #MySewisfaction #SewingMakesMeHappy It’s soooo cosy! (Image description: A white woman with brown hair with highlights wearing a dark and light grey sweater which is very scandi like. Has one hand on her hip and the other at her side. The second image is one where she is sitting down and stroking her dogs head.) #MnJarrahSweater #MnCurve #MnJarrahCurve @megannielsenpatterns #FatSewist #MeMadeWardrobe #MeMade #FatSewingClub #FatSewing #Sewing #CurvySewingCollective #SewScottish #SewOver40 #ScottishSewingBlogger #SewingBlogger #SewistsOfInstagram #SewnShownSeated

Reposted from @tea_n_stitches @megannielsenpatterns #mnjarrah and #mnminijarrah - Melbourne winter essentials in our house - in fun @missmoresby print French Terry from @neridahansenfabrics #mnjarrahsweater #meganneilsenpatterns #neridahansenfabrics #teanstitches

@megannielsenpatterns #mnjarrah and #mnminijarrah - Melbourne winter essentials in our house - in fun @missmoresby print French Terry from @neridahansenfabrics #mnjarrahsweater #meganneilsenpatterns #neridahansenfabrics #teanstitches

Just in! This mariner striped French terry is a classic wardrobe staple. Made with rayon, cotton and spandex it is soft, has nice drape and good recovery. This is light midweight so it will work perfectly for a t-shirt to dresses and jumpsuits. We've added the #jarrahsweater as a suggestion as it has so many views and the knotted version would work great for a spring to summer layer. Ready for you in our online shop- link in the bio. Pattern suggestions are #rioringer and #novajumpsuit from @truebias #mnjarrahsweater by @megannielsenpatterns and #westcliffdress by @fridaypatterncompany #nelsonstitchlab#sewingstore#fabricstore#lovetosew#frenchterry#imakemyclothes#myhandmadewardrobe#sewing#nelsonsews

MeMade sweatsuit details ✨    The tops is the @megannielsenpatterns #MNJarrah — I’ve made this several times before and find the sizing and construction straightforward, so no notes here.     But the bottoms were new to me, kinda. I’ve attempted the @truebias #HudsonPant once before, several years ago, and it was a complete failure. Like, I couldn’t even get the pants above my thighs. YIKES.     My measurements would guide me to a size 2 in these but for fear of again not fitting into these (one of the worst feelings), I cut these as a very loose 4/6. I wasn’t gonna print and tape the PDF pattern again so I just eyeballed adding a generous 3/8” to the seams. My seam allowance was 1/4”. Additionally, I did the mid rise hack on these as instructed on the True Bias blog. (In full disclosure, I forget to raise the bottom of the pocket curve but it doesn’t seem to have mattered much — I just tacked the bottom inch of the pocket closed so it didn’t stick out.)    Anyway, happy to report that the fit on these is great, and I love the mid-rise. Next time, id love to find matching ribbing to make these pieces even more professional but it’s really not a big deal either way.    The fabric is “fleece backed sweatshirt jersey” from @sewmesunshine.uk — very soft and it meets both pattern requirements.        #MeMade #MeMadeEveryday #SewistsofInstagram #SewistsofIG #PetiteSewist #PetiteSewists #MNJarrahSweater #truebiashudsonpants #TrueBiasPatterns #HudsonJoggers #sewmesunshine #sewingsunshine

MeMade sweatsuit details ✨    The tops is the @megannielsenpatterns #MNJarrah — I’ve made this several times before and find the sizing and construction straightforward, so no notes here.     But the bottoms were new to me, kinda. I’ve attempted the @truebias #HudsonPant once before, several years ago, and it was a complete failure. Like, I couldn’t even get the pants above my thighs. YIKES.     My measurements would guide me to a size 2 in these but for fear of again not fitting into these (one of the worst feelings), I cut these as a very loose 4/6. I wasn’t gonna print and tape the PDF pattern again so I just eyeballed adding a generous 3/8” to the seams. My seam allowance was 1/4”. Additionally, I did the mid rise hack on these as instructed on the True Bias blog. (In full disclosure, I forget to raise the bottom of the pocket curve but it doesn’t seem to have mattered much — I just tacked the bottom inch of the pocket closed so it didn’t stick out.)    Anyway, happy to report that the fit on these is great, and I love the mid-rise. Next time, id love to find matching ribbing to make these pieces even more professional but it’s really not a big deal either way.    The fabric is “fleece backed sweatshirt jersey” from @sewmesunshine.uk — very soft and it meets both pattern requirements.        #MeMade #MeMadeEveryday #SewistsofInstagram #SewistsofIG #PetiteSewist #PetiteSewists #MNJarrahSweater #truebiashudsonpants #TrueBiasPatterns #HudsonJoggers #sewmesunshine #sewingsunshine

💙The @megannielsenpatterns jarrah sweater needs no introductions- it’s been around for a while and is loved by the sewing community 💕 🌟 As usual I am very late to the party and have only just got round to making my version- I wasn’t convinced that I needed another sweatshirt pattern in my stash but when I saw this AMAZING fabric in the bolt end basket at @guthrieghani I decided that it just had to be done 😊 💫 The pattern didn’t disappoint- I love it as a lightweight layering piece and have had so many compliments on it already. Swipe to see the beautiful facing I added on the back neckband - I love how neat it looks 🌟🥰💕 The colours in this @rachelparkerdesigns chicacheeta French Terry are just stunning 🤩 and I need more!!!!! The big question now is….should I make a pink one too???! Pattern- @megannielsenpatterns jarrah sweater Fabric- chicacheeta French Terry and matching ribbing from @guthrieghani Mods- reduced the length of the ribbing pieces for a closer fit and added the back facing. Will lengthen a bit next time. #jarrahsweater #guthrieghanimakersgallery #guthrieghani #rachelparkerdesigns #megannielsonpatterns #mnjarrah #mnjarrahsweater #sewingismyhappyplace #indiesew #memade #maker #sewingcommunity #betterlatethannever❤️ #sewingwithstretch

#memademay2025day31 #memademay Day 31 I made it! First full memademay with lots of repeats. I feel like I've climbed Mt everest with this challenge... Matching trakkiedaks and jumper for a cold but sunny Saturday. #hudsonpants @truebias #mnjarrahsweater @megannielsenpatterns Fabric @wickedfabrics

#memademay2025day8 #memademay Day 8 Wearing beloved #robbiepants by @tessutifabrics this is my second pair, the first I wore a very big threadbare hole into them... And #mnjarrahsweater by @megannielsenpatterns that I colourblocked in luscious sweaterjersey from @wickedfabrics Honestly I'm probably going to wear these two items for the rest of May!

Day 3 of #MeMadeMay2025 - I’ve gone with a surprise everyday favourite, my rainbow leopard print lengthened #MNJarrah in sweatshirt from @1stforfabrics. I adored this print as soon as saw it and bought a remnant with no real plans, but I wear this SO often, it was a massive success. - When I first started making clothes, I made occasion wear, ‘nice’ getting dressed up things etc and they never got worn. But I’m finding really joy in making things that actually fit my day to day life too… today I’m knitting, doing some Specky admin and playing with my dogs.. I don’t need a ballgown 🤣 - #MeMadeMay #mmm #MMM25 #HandMadeWardrobe #handmade #sewist #sewistsofinstagram #handmadeoutfit #handmadeeveryday #MeganNeilsen #MNJarrahSweater #MNJarrahHack #1stforfabrics

My first Jarrah. Nearly my last 🤣. Overlocker did not like such thick sweatshirting fabric. I won, though. Fabric @guthrieghani #jarrahsweater #megannielsen #sewing #sewover50 #guthrieghani #sewist #mnjarrahsweater #mnjarrah

I made this @megannielsenpatterns #jarrahsweater recently because my house is freezing and I needed something comfy and warm. I’ve made the jarrah several times before - this is the version with the roll neck (unrolled) and cuffs and hem band. I love that this pattern has loads of options and is just a good basic. This version is incredibly quick to make, it’s all whizzed together on the overlocker. The fabric is my absolute favourite cotton fleece from @minervadotcom - I have this in lots of different colours and have made loads out of it. It behaves like polar fleece but is softer and cotton rather than polyester. I also used the scraps to make some reusable makeup wipes, so it feels like nothing was wasted from this make. #mnjarrah #mnjarrahsweater #minervamakers

Sometimes you just need a basic sweater in a cute fabric ☺️ Pattern: #mnjarrah @megannielsenpatterns / size 10 Fabric: Frottee Jacquard @namijda #memadeeveryday #mnjarrahsweater

This is the #mnjarrah by #megannielsenpatterns. Dog Faces sweatshirt fabric in Sage Green from #poundfabrics, which caught my eye - it was the dogs that did it! The fabric is so soft and 95% cotton. Sewed up beautifully. I didn't have the exact colour of matching thread, so I used black. Trying to get better with my twin needle topstitching. I lengthen the sleeves and the bodice by 3 inches #sewingtall. Really pleased with how this has turned out. Now to decide what next - I do have a list! #jarrahsweater #mnjarrahsweater #megannielsen #handmadewardrobe #sewingmywardrobe #sewersofinstagram #ilovetosew #sundaysewing

I couldn’t not share this one since I’ve been wearing it for the last two days! This is my #MNJarrah Sweater in View A, with 10” length added to the fronts and backs to give an overall tunic length. Who has time for having a cold bum in winter?! - The fabric is a gorgeous brushed back French Terry rainbow leopard print with a stone/beige background, with a purple ribbing, both from @1stforfabrics that I sneakily treated myself to in their sale. My machine didn’t love it as it’s quite thick, but it’s SO WARM, so I can forgive a few wobbly seams!! - #MNJarrahSweater #JarrahSweater #MNJarrahHack #sewingstretch #knitfabric #handsewn #indiedesigner #MeganNeilsen #isewmyownclothes #imakemyownclothes #HandMadeWardrobe #1stforfabrics #frenchterry #animalprint #FinishedObject

Another fun sweatshirt make! This is the @megannielsenpatterns #mnjarrah using a cotton spandex French terry from @blendedthreadfabrics . I combined the views so this is the cuffed sleeve / curved hem version. I added about 1.5” of length to it because #sewingtall . I like the boxy fit and think that the fabric design is great for this pattern! #mnjarrahsweater #blendedthreadsews #blendedthreadfabrics #megannielsenpatterns #sewing #sewingproject #isewmyownclothes #sewingathleisure

I loved this Chicacheetah fabric from @guthrieghani as soon as it came out, but I've only just got around to buying some and making an @megannielsenpatterns Jarrah sweatshirt. I've made this pattern before, but this time, I lengthened the body by 2 inches and the sleeves by half an inch. I also made a facing for the ties. I've worn it today and already had several compliments about the beautiful fabric. #mnjarrah #mnjarrahsweater #mnjarrahsweatshirt #guthrieandghani #walessews #sewover50 #sewover50november24 #memadeeveryday #isewmyownclothes

#diyootd I made these #seamworknash flared leggings a few months ago in some rib knit fabric from @whatkatiesews via @destash4palestine - I made a jumpsuit hack of this pattern in the summer (which I still need to share, but it’s quite full-on 😂) To be honest, I’m worried these are a bit flared for me even as dark coloured trousers. They are comfy and warm though, which is perfect for this time of year, and I’m trying to push myself out of my comfort zone a bit trying new things. They would be easy to slim the flare down if I decide to later. I’m also wearing a #mnjarrahsweater that’s several years old and still going strong. Jacket is old RTW and was a birthday present from my Dad Photos by small child, hence the jaunty angle 😁 #mnjarrah #jarrah #jarrahsweater @megannielsenpatterns @seamwork #nashpants #nashtrousers #seamworknashpants #sewyourown #diydressmaker

Fitting my #mnjarrahsweater ~ looks like I chose too large a size, and I foresee a lot of unpicking and recutting, but I’m still loving the look and this fabric!!! • #jarrahsweater #imakemyownclothes #sewcialists #megannielsenpatterns #sewingismytherapy #petitesewists #shortsewists

Apparently i just cant resist tiger themed designs 😌 Both fabrics are second hand treasures ✨ Please notice the v e r y cool poses 💥🐅🐅💥 My sweater is old make @megannielsenpatterns #mnjarrahsweater (details posted before) and the little cub is wearing @threadsbycaroline #tcfrankie in size 98. #slowfashion #handmadewardrobe #selfmadewardrobe #imademyclothes #ompeluelämää #instasew #sewsewsew #sewersofinstagram #ompeluaitselle #instaompelijat #jarrahsweater #jarrahsweatshirt #lastenvaateompelua #lastenvaateompelijat #ompelualapselle #imademykidsclothes #sewingforkids #threadsbycaroline #frankiesweatshirt

Hihii keksinpäs hauskan tavan samistella meidän pikkuisten kanssa! Näihin väriblokki-t-paitoihin oli hauska sommitella juuri käyttäjälle sopivat väriyhdistelmät, ja kaivella jämätilkkuja käyttöön. Nämä ovat myös tosi kivat yksinään, eikä koko jengi yhdessäkään olla liian samiksia! Oman paidan kaava on jälleen #mnjarrah eli sama kuin edellisten postausten puserot, jätin vain hihat ja helmaresorin pois, ja ompelin hihansuihin kaitaleet ✌️ Niin ja tein kokoa pienempänä, eli koossa 8. Lasten paidat @lillalumifin #justusjaselina Koossa 98 (leveys 118) 🇬🇧 Is there anything cuter than me and the rascals wearing our newly made matchy matchy colorblock-tees 🌞🥰 They came out pretty cool! They were also fun to make, and I could use leftover scraps which is always a big thumps up 👏 My shirt is made with @megannielsen #mnjarrah pattern which is quite possibly my most used pattern so far. I made my sweaters (see earlier posts) oversized and sized up (10), now i sized back down for this shirt (8). Its still quite generous, so next time i might try even smaller. The only modifications were to replace the sleeves with just bands and finish the hem without a hem band. Ta-daa! Thanks for the inspiration @fionamakes ! 👏 #selfmadewardrobe #imademyclothes #ompeluelämää #instasew #sewsewsew #sewersofinstagram #ompeluaitselle #instaompelijat #jarrahsweater #jarrahsweatshirt #mnjarrahtee #mnjarrahsweater #mnjarrahhack #itsetehty #lastenvaateompelu #imademykidsclothes #sewingforkids #justusjaselinakaava

Ehkä lempparein ompelus tähän asti 🌸 Tämä valmistui muutama kuukausi sitten, ja on ollut kovassa käytössä. Kaava: @megannielsenpatterns #mnjarrah Kangas: maailman söpöin jc @nappinja.shop Koko: 10 Ompelumerkki: @kylieandthemachine @mereenfabrics Kaavamuutokset: kaikki resorit eli hihansuut, helma & pääntie ohjetta tiukempana (ympärysmitta x 0,75) niin sain istuvuutta. Kaula-aukko myös kauttaaltaan 1cm ohjetta pienempi. 🇬🇧 This lovely sweater is propably my favorit make so far, and definitely most worn one. Perfect boxy, roomy, and slightly cropped shape. I used light french terry and made size 10. I made some modifications to the pattern; i wanted the neckline to be a bit tighter so i made it 1cm narrower. I also wanted all the rib parts to be more close fitting so i used following method; measured the circumference of cuffs, neckline and hem, and multiplied the number by 0,75. The outcome tells the needed length of the rib. Love it 🌸 #slowfashion #handmadewardrobe #selfmadewardrobe #imademyclothes #ompeluelämää #instasew #sewsewsew #sewersofinstagram #ompeluaitselle #instaompelijat #ompeluelämää #mnjarrahsweater #jarrahsweater #jarrahsweatshirt #katmlabels #kylieandthemachine

Cosy up this Autumn/Winter with our range of beautiful Organic Brushed Sweat Knits by mind the MAKER®. Soft & comfortable brushed sweat with a fleeced back suitable garments like: The Fjord Cardigan by Papercut patterns #FjordCardi The Jarrah Sweater by Megan Nielsen #MNJarrahSweater The Toaster Sweater by Sew House Seven #ToasterSweater (one of my favourites to sew) The Rainbow pattern by I Am Patterns with so many variations, women’s, men’s & kids #IAMRainbow What about a lovely & cosy hoodie like the Stanton by Cashmerette #StantonHoodie or the Page by Chalk & Notch #CNPageHoodie Or why not mix it up with an Arlo Track Jacket by Friday Pattern Co. #ArloTrackJacket Thirteen colours to choose from with matching ribbing, mix it up with different colour combinations & make these cosy garments your own. Quality & creativity, you cannot go wrong! #PatternScissorsFrock #MindTheMakerFabric

A pleated Mabel! I need more jumpers, in some ways they need to be sweatshirts but can I have something to wear with everything? I think #fibremoodmabel could be it. I bought this fabric with my friend in the @quiltyarnstitch sale (the best kind of friend “do you need anything in the sale?”!!) and didn’t read the description. It arrived, beautiful but lighter than I expected and wouldn’t work so well with my plans for another #mnjarrahsweater. I also was doubting if I wanted another sweater with drop shoulders. The Mabel drew me in but the gathers didn’t convince me. I had just bought an rtw sundress with amazing cotton lace and Mini-me and I have plans to change the gathered waist to a pleated one as it’s not doing the shape any favours. The #emblassweater has been on my list too. So with pleats on my mind, I set to pleating my sleeve heads and cuffs/ends. I’m pretty pleased with it 🥰. The self fabric on the cuffs and wrists make me feel like it’s more versatile, plus I didn’t have a match (I think QYS have a good match, I just don’t use it for a Jarrah). I’ve yet to hem it - the joy of tucking a top into a skirt and running out to meet sewing friends! Fabric: @quiltyarnstitch modal French Terry - light like a cotton jersey Pattern: @fibremood #fibremoodmabel #irelandsews #dublinsews #imakemyownclothes

When I bought this fabric, I had exactly this outfit in mind. I wanted a cozy sweater made out of this warm sweat. It's so fluffy on the inside that it keeps me really warm. I made the Jarrah Sweater – again. This time I added a slit on the hem and sleeves. I had a bit of trouble because the fabric stood out a lot, especially in the front. I shortened it and now it looks much better so I decided to leave it and call it a day. I mean, since when is cozy clothing flattering? 🫠 I made sure to use up every «Made in 2023» labels – I still have one left. But I still have some time left to make something until tomorrow 😅 pattern: #mnjarrah  @megannielsenpatterns  / size 10 fabric: Sweat @kreando.ch #memadeeveryday #mnjarrahsweater

My daughter’s sweatshirt is finished. I’ll see if she will model it for me when she’s home! #mnjarrahsweater Fabric from @guthrieghani and I used Lauren’s hacks, including the facing. Label from @kylieandthemachine (love it!) 😂 no swear words needed as this is a very easy pattern and Lauren’s hacks make it even more foolproof! #sewingjoy #sewingforfamily #colourfulsewing #sewingfun

Another @megannielsenpatterns #mnjarrahsweater on the cutting board. Fabric from @guthrieghani #chicacheetah This time for my daughter, which is a huge compliment that she liked mine and asked for one! She is just a discerning as I am and knows exactly what she likes!! #minime❤️ #sewingforfamily #sewingjoy #colourfulsewing

This variegated french terry and matching rib from @1stforfabrics is sewing up beautifully. I invested in the video from @guthrieghani for the tips on sewing the @megannielsenpatterns #mnjarrahsweater and learnt how to do a neck and tie facing. Thanks Lauren 😊 Need this finished for the weekend now.

Matchy matchy colorblock-goodies 🤌 Technical details in previous post 📍 #selfmadewardrobe #imademyclothes #ompeluelämää #instasew #sewsewsew #sewersofinstagram #ompeluaitselle #instaompelijat #jarrahsweater #jarrahsweatshirt #mnjarrah #mnjarrahtee #mnjarrahsweater #mnjarrahhack #itsetehty #lastenvaateompelu #imademykidsclothes #sewingforkids #justusjaselinakaava #justusjaselina #colorblock

Toinen peruscollege lempikaavalla #mnjarrah ✅ Tämä on ompeluharrastuksessa yksi lempparijuttu, kun löytää itselle toimivan perusvaatteen kaavan ja voi huoletta tykittää niitä tulemaan tarpeen mukaan. Tämä kangas löytyi torista, en vain voinut jättää ostamatta 🔥🐯 Kaava: @megannielsenpatterns #mnjarrahsweater Kangas: torilöytö jc Koko: 10 Muutokset: samat kuin edellisessä, eli 1cm kapeampi kaula-aukko ja resorit ohjetta tiukempia 🇬🇧 I just love it when i find a perfect pattern for a basic wardrobe stable, and can make thousands of them in different colors. Like this #mnjarrah sweater 💘 I found this awesome french terry second hand. It has tons of details, so i had lots of fun playing around with the layout, trying to decide which details get to be the star. And i chose tigers 🐅🐅 Sweater is size 10 with same mods than previous one: added 1cm to the neckline of the bodice, and sew all the rib parts tighter. Perfect label by @labels_by_sarah 🤟 #slowfashion #handmadewardrobe #selfmadewardrobe #imademyclothes #ompeluelämää #instasew #sewsewsew #sewersofinstagram #ompeluaitselle #instaompelijat #ompeluelämää #jarrahsweater #jarrahsweatshirt #labelsbysa

#memademay day 11: Wearing yesterday’s #mndawn double front jeans along with @megannielsenpatterns #mnjarrah or #mnjarrahsweater topped with @itchtostitch #envigadovest from embroidered home decor fabric. I had some luck at the estate sales this morning and found some vintage linen yardage as well as some vintage printed tablecloths that will be fun to upcycle. Hoping everyone is enjoying a nice Saturday 😊 #memademay2024 #sewthrifty #sewthrifted #imadethis #ilovetosew #modernsewing #handmadewardrobe #handmadeclothes #imakemyownclothes #memadewardrobe #memadeeveryday #sewallthethings #sewcialist #sewcialite #sewingaddict #sewover50 #sewover50may #sewoverageism #donttellmewhattowear #sewersofinstagram #sewistsofinstagram #sewingismytherapy #makersgonnamake #sewboston #bostonsews

I ♥️ my first #mnjarrahsweater …and I don’t care that I put the collar on upside down. I care more that my dress form looks to be having the worst wedgie ever. Wishing I made this months ago because now I have this deliciousness in my wardrobe the UK weather is going to get warm and sunny. You’re welcome. Pattern: Jarrah Sweater by @megannielsenpatterns Fabric: Cable Knit Jersey in cream from @higgsandhiggs #memade #sewhappy #sewingproject #sewover40 #madeintheuk #lovetosew #sewing #sewersofinstagram #imadethis #sewyourownwardrobe

Capsule wardrobe day 3 - a lunch stop in Le Touquet, it was a tad windy by the beach!! With Mr B #mnjarrahsweater in #chicacheetahfabric from @guthrieghani memadewardrobe #colourfulsewing #sewingfun #sewingjoy #documentingmystyle #mystyle #sewingmystyle #capsulewardrobe

#memademay2025day27 #memademay Day27 Wearing my favourite jumper - 3 times, probably more this May. #mnjarrahsweater by @megannielsenpatterns in fabric from @wickedfabrics. Trying to get Tiny to not move means you can see the back! I made some trakkie daks out of the left over green fleece jersey but I'm worried they're a bit tight? Oral history interviews with coal miners on my street today is excellent, I can wear my hand knitted socks from my Tante Gigi and birkencrocs and walk to the interviews.

Day 19 of #MeMadeMay2025- it’s cold, I feel like rubbish and it’s another day of puppy toilet training. So my starry @megannielsenpatterns #MNJarrahSweater hack is perfect. And this French Terry from @poundfabrics is perfect! - #MeMadeMay #mmm #MMM25 #HandMadeWardrobe #handmade #MillenialMMM #IndieDesigner #memadeeveryday #sewing #sewist #sewistsofinstagram #poundfabrics #frenchterry #MNJarrahHack #MNJarrah #megannielsenpatterns

#memademay2025day19 #MeMadeMay Day 19 First repeat! It's sweater weather. #mnjarrahsweater by @megannielsenpatterns in sweaterjersey from @wickedfabrics Ooof it's cold today. 16C feels like 12C

Day 6 of #MeMadeMay2025 - I’m finding biggest gaps in my wardrobe are for this weird transitional season. I’ve got depths of winter and height of summer covered… but spring 🤷🏻‍♀️ So today I’ve gone with my @meganneilsenpatterns #MNJarrah in this pretty floral from @1stforfabrics and a pair of RTW jeggings. Constant outside with the puppy and the need to stash treats places means I’m in dire need of pockets! - #MeMadeMay #mmm #MMM25 #HandMadeWardrobe #handmade #sewistsofinstagram #sewist #sewing #MNPatterns #MNJarrahSweater #1stforfabrics

This is my second make from the Starry French Terry from @poundfabrics - a dress and an oversized jumper out of 3m was definitely a pattern Tetris win! This is my second modified #MNJarrah Sweater in View A, with 10” length added to the fronts and backs to give an overall tunic length. - The ribbing is a solid black from @1stForFabrics and I’ve used 12mm bias binding from @TheSpeckySeamstress to bind the back neckline, and to secure my labels, for a neater finish. - #MNJarrahSweater #JarrahSweater #MNJarrahHack #sewingstretch #knitfabric #handsewn #indiedesigner #MeganNeilsen #isewmyownclothes #imakemyownclothes #HandMadeWardrobe #1stforfabrics #frenchterry -#poundfabrics #FinishedObject #TheSpeckySeamstressMakes #BiasTapeByTheSpeckySeamstress #labelsbythespeckyseamstress

Wearing my newest make - a Jarrah sweatshirt by @megannielsenpatterns in this gorgeous soft sweatshirt fabric (which is sadly out of stock now). I sized down, added an inch to the length of the bodice pieces and shortened the hem band by 3 inches. It was such a lovely, speedy sew - I have more fabric pre washed ready to make two more! 🧵✨ Have you made a Jarrah sweatshirt? Let me know your favourite sweatshirt pattern in the comments 💕 #MNJarrah #MNJarrahSweater #HandmadeSweatshirt #LoveSewing #SewistOfInstagram

A second Jarrah. Overlocker still in a mood 🤬. First time using Maraflex thread. Lengthened by 1.5 inches. Will go for slightly less next time. Meant to shorten the arms but forgot 🤦🏼‍♀️Am UK14 and cut a size 8 this time. Lovely French Terry from @guthrieghani with matching trim. Will make a nice spring top but needs thermal base for now. #jarrahsweater #megannielsen #sewing #sewover50 #guthrieghani #sewist #mnjarrahsweater #mnjarrah