Here’s everything I’ve sewn in the first quarter of 2024! I’m pleased with the things I’ve made! I’ve sewn 🪡 @sewoveritlondon Adelle blouse 🪡 @fridaypatterncompany heather blazer 🪡 @atelierjupe Este shirt 🪡 @tillybuttons Billie dress 🪡 @sewoveritlondon xanthe skirt 🪡 @tillybuttons Marnie dress 🪡 @helens__closet orchard dress My most worn is the Billie dress. I’ve worn that so many times already. I’ve also worn the este shirt a couple of times as well. It’s good to see everything I’ve made so far and hope to do monthly round ups if I sew enough in a month. I’ve already made 2 things for April, and have almost completed my Jenna shirt! In total, I’m hoping to make 6 things in April so 🤞🏻I get everything made. #sewing #handmadewardrobe #memade #memadewardrobe #isewmyownclothes #sewistsofinstagram #sewist #sewingproject #sewingbillie #sewingmarnie #soiadelletop #soixantheskirt #atelierjupeeste #fridaypatterncompanyheatherblazer

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

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.

#memademay2025 Day 6 shirt dress McCall's M6696 Day 7 #fridaypatterncompanyheatherblazer and ##truebiaslanderpants Day 8 #byhandlondonalixdress, fabric from #happystitcherpamphill Day 10 my new #fridaypatterncompanyheatherblazer.

No year without a #memade Christmas outfit post. ✨ When I got my hands on this special deadstock Ralph Lauren needlecord fabric at the Stitch Festival in March, I wasn’t sure what to do with it. After lots of different plans I went for a Heather Blazer by @fridaypatterncompany and a pair of sailor-style shorts (it‘s an old @grasser_patterns). And that was this year’s look for our main festive family celebrations aka Christmas Eve. 🎄 #heatherblazer #fridaypatterncompanyheatherblazer #grasserpatterns #christmasoutfit #memadechristmasoutfit #christmaseve2024

Soft Sueded Bottom Weight is back in stock, and we can’t wait to sew up some pants, blazers, and fall and winter skirts. It’s stocked in seven colors, from jewel tones to neutrals. The medium-weight fabric does have some stretch to it. ⁠ Colors show: Burgundy, Evergreen and Eggplant ⁠ Pattern pairing: ⁠ 1. @closetcorepatterns #closetcoremitchell Trousers (Sizes: 0 - 20)⁠ 2. @fridaypatterncompany #fridaypatterncompanyheatherblazer (Sizes: XS - 7X)⁠ 3. @tessutifabrics #maddenskirt (Sizes: 6 - 18)⁠ Which color is your favorite?

Six months ago I’d never have dreamt that I’d be able to make something like this. Definitely my most ambitious project so far , and one that I’m absolutely over the moon with. This is the @fridaypatterncompany Heather Blazer, another project from the @sewconfident CCC SS24. The fabric in the box was a neutral linen, giving us free rein to dye if we wanted. This is Dylon ‘orchid’, and I’m really pleased with the result. I don’t think I’ve worn a blazer since about 1986, but this transforms a jeans and t-shirt into a go-anywhere outfit. I have a feeling this is going to be one of my most worn pieces. Huge thanks to @sewconfidentjenny for pushing me out of my comfort zone; I’m left with the feeling that I could make anything I want to now! #fridaypatterncompany #fridaypatterncompanyheatherblazer #heatherblazer #cccss24 #sewover50july24 #sewingismytherapy #sewingismysuperpower #makeitwearit #makeyourownwardrobe #sewyourownclothes #memadewardrobe #weartherightcolours #dopaminedressing

My Heather Blazers first outing today. I love the colour but I did almost have to force myself to have a go at wearing it, I think it might be too oversized for me? I maybe need to look at taking it in a bit but I can’t face unpicking the lining at the moment. The fabric is a linen suiting from @spotlightstores which is really lovely and soft. Top is self drafted and pants are heavily modified New Look. Impressed that I’ve managed 100% me mades so far. Although I guess all of my more recent wardrobe additions are things I’ve made so there’s probably some recency bias. Let’s see if I can keep it up! #heatherblazer #fridaypatterncompany #fridaypatterncompanyheatherblazer #selfdrafted #memademay2023 #memadewardrobe #memademay #sewersofinstagram #memadewardrobe #memadeveryday

After the success of making Lola some joggers and a hoodie out of fleece fabric Ruby requested something out of fleece too She chose this fun and colourful fabric from @sewmesunshine.uk and settled on a blazer as the garment she wanted I looked in my stash for a pattern that might work and decided to try and use the @fridaypatterncompany heather blazer pattern It was a bit of a risk as the pattern calls for woven fabrics but I’m always happy to experiment and try something new I was nervous about how the fabric would behave and press but I needn’t have been worried. It grew slightly when I interfaced the pattern pieces so I just made sure I re-cut those pieces once they were interfaced. It pressed well and didn’t melt with the heat of the iron either I didn’t pattern match when making this blazer as I only had 2 metres of fabric and I didn’t want to waste any of the beautiful fabric either I used black lining fabric I bought from @newcrafthouse ages ago as I wanted the outside of the jacket to shine To finish the jacket off I added a button hole manually using a narrow zig zag stitch and we chose a bright pink button I’ve had in my stash for a while that was given to me by the lovely @sewn_on_the_tyne as part of a gift exchange I know I’m Ruby’s Mum but I think Roo rocks the jacket and looks super cool! I’m very jealous of the finished jacket and I’m optimistic I might be able to borrow it sometime [Image description: Ruby is stood in the garden wearing a checkerboard patterned blazer that is black, blue, orange, white, blue and pink] #HeatherBlazer #SewingWithFleece #BrightSewing #SewingForChildren #SewingSunshine #SewMeSunshine #FunSewing #FridayPatternCompanyHeatherBlazer #ISew #IMadeThis #SewingForOthers

As always, excuse the terrible photos, but I've been busy making as usual. Patchwork cropped bomber jacket. Using scraps from all the things I've made with cotton over the years. #patternsforpirateshomecominghoodie #deeranddoebluetdress #fridaypatterncompanyheatherblazer #patternsforpiratesgala #truebiaslanderpants #tatbbilly Another #patternsforpirateshomecominghoodie The fabrics are a mixture of #fabricland, #happystitcherpamphill and #poundfabrics. And still more to come.

Join Erin (@poeticmemorysewing) in our studio this September to make The Heather Blazer by Friday Pattern Co (@fridaypatterncompany). This modern blazer is the perfect garment to complement your outfit - dress it up with stylish trousers and top, or keep it casual by layering it over your favorite t-shirt and jeans. It’s the perfect editorial layering piece that will elevate any look you’re going for! Classes start September 13th, perfect timing to add this blazer to your fall wardrobe. . . . #heatherblazer #garmentsewing #garmentsewingclasses #sewingclass #sewingclasses #fallsewing #blazer #handmade #makeit #makeitsew #sew #sewing #sewsewsew #urbansewciety #fridaypatterncompany #fridaypatterncompanyheatherblazer #sewstyle #sewstylish

Finally posting all my #memademay2024 pics. My eldest baby graduated HS last week, and I wore my own blue linen #fridaypatterncompanyheatherblazer over a @christydawn #christiedawndahliadress

This #heatherblazer has surprised me. I really didn't think something with a boxy fit would have suited me, but I think I can get away with it. It works well with so much in my wardrobe, so I think I'll get a lot of wear out of it. Pattern @fridaypatterncompany Fabric @minervadotcom #minervabrandambassador #minervamakers #minervamakes #fridaypatterncompany #heatherblazer #fridaypatterncompanyheatherblazer #memade #handmadewardrobe #sewistsofinstagram #sewingvlogger #sewingblogger #lovesewing #isew #curvysewist #curvystyle #curvysewing #sewingforyourshape #sewingforcurves #sewover40 #imakemyownclothes #slowfashion #sustainablefashion #blazerpattern #sewingrevolution

My first post for 2024 is my last garment make of 2023. I made the @fridaypatterncompany #heatherblazer in this gorgeous navy velvet that I was gifted, so kindly, by a fellow sewist on here @suzi.sew 🙏🙏🙏 It's taken me a year and half to find the right project but so worth the wait! This blazer is roomy. I made a large based on my measurements, and it feels so comfortable. I think what has put me off this kind of jacket in the past is the constriction I have felt. Not so with this. I did buy shoulder pads especially to add, but sewed it up forgetting to add them! 🤦Will have to make another! I am enjoying January (most people don't) to decltter and hunker down and knit. More on that in my next post. Hope you are all well and warm. ✂️♥️✂️ #fridaypatterncompany #fridaypatterncompanyheatherblazer #heatherblazer #velvetblazer #velvetjacket #sewing

I fell in love with a horizontal striped cotton twill.. but hey, after some good old turning it became vertical 😂💚 #destoffenkamer #fabriclove #allnew #onlinenow #sewing #handmadewithlove #diy #handmadeforever #naaien #zelfgemaaktiszoveelleuker #isew #instasew #nähen #sewingismytherapy #stripes #heatherblazer #fridaypatterncompany #fridaypatterncompanyheatherblazer

I am so behind in posting the things that I've made recently, and I'm going to start with this gorgeous coat I finished early January. It's the Heather Blazer from @fridaypatterncompany made from this green wool of my dreams from @saltlakesewciety. I sized up when selecting my pattern size to accommodate for a thick lining, which is a quilted piece of rayon from @harmonyprovo. I quilted it myself on my mom's longarm with another layer of cotton and some cotton/poly bathing, making this coat extremely toasty. The only mods I made were shortening the sleeve head so the shoulder sat a little more on my true shoulder, and changing the patch pockets to very roomy welt pockets. #heatherblazer #heatherblazercoat #madewithharmony #saltlakesewciety #fridaypatterncompany #fridaypatterncompanyheatherblazer #sewingcoats #quiltedlining #handmadewardrobe #sewing #coatsewing #coatsewingpattern

I’m not buying fabric #lastsewiststanding2025 - trying to use my existing #fabricstash in interesting ways. Here is what I’m hoping to make up in the next few months #summertimeblues collection. Hopefully garments that will work together - my foundation piece will be #fridaypatterncompanyheatherblazer in the striped denim, that I’ve been promising myself I’d make for ages! #sewistsofinstagram #sewover50 #yorkshiresews #smashthestash

A few weeks ago I created a story about this Heather Blazer I made for Art Gallery Fabrics’ look book using fabric from Katie O’Shea’s newest collection Coyote Hill. But now I feel that it needs a permanent post. It was an honor to work with Katie’s fabrics for this project. She is so talented. And I have made s few Heather Blazers and this maybe my favorite. The fabric was so lovely to work with. And in the last photo you can see that I gifted this jacket to my mom for her birthday. Fabric: Katie O’Shea’s Meadow Melody Hill from the Coyote Hill collection from Art Gallery Fabrics. @katie_oshea_design @fridaypatterncompany @artgalleryfabrics #heatherblazer #coyotehillfabric #katieosheadesign #katieosheafabric #sewover50 #fridaypatterncompanyheatherblazer #sewlove #artgalleryfabrics #isewmyownclothes #sewgifts

#fridaypatterncompanyheatherblazer #fridaypatterncompany This is a great pattern, I haven’t gotten the fit quite right but am still comfortable wearing it it. The cotton fabric is fancy slub digital print and 145 cm wide I used 2 metres @ $17.50 a metre from #spotlightstores I used an old Sheridan sheet for the lining. #sewover50june24 #sewover50 #janomecontinentalm7 #sewistsofadelaide #sewingaustralia @spotlightstores

TW: MC/Loss Finally finding my sewing mojo again after having a loss over the holidays. I am in a place where I feel like I can measure my body, and appreciate it now that the physical changes of the ordeal has passed. I felt like I couldn’t be creative in this space without feeling sad, but now I feel like I can be myself again. Yellow is never a colour I would have chosen in the past, but I gotta say it adds fun to an otherwise neutral outfit and feels sunny on this winter day. This is the #chamomilecrop from @sarkirsten made from a thrifted linen table cloth I found for $2. Total win. Pants: #helenejeans Jacket: #fridaypatterncompanyheatherblazer #imakemyclothes #sewing #sewistsofinstagram #slowfashionmovement #sustainablefashion #slowfashion #sewmystyle #sewmyownwardrobe #sewmyownjeans #janome #indiesew #indiepatterns #indiesewing #capsulewardrobe

I call this my gateway blazer. The Heather blazer is a great place to get your footing for coat making. It’s unstructured, straightforward, with the possibility to stretch your skills and dive into tailoring if you so choose to 🪡 I made it in about 2 1/2 days, before and after work (and on a lunch break one if the days) so it’s a quick see if you’re fairly confident sewist. I took it on a recent work tri @joann_stores and it was the perfect outer layer to dress up or down. I feel@like there will be more in my future, with some personal touches added in 😊 Details 📸 outdoors by @_laura225_ Pattern: #heatherblazer by @fridaypatterncompany Size XS, shortened 2” in the body and 1/2” on the sleeves. I also shortened the pocket by about 1 1/2” and used 1” seam allowances for the sides. Fabric: vintage wide wale cotton corduroy in black from @blackbirdfabrics for the main and deadstock theory orange spice cupro twill from @moodfabrics Interfacing is @pellonprojects from @joann_stores and vintage mother of Pearl button from my stash Worn over my @namedclothing #helmitunicdress posted earlier this year #handmadewardrobe #sewistsofinstagram #blackbirdfabrics #moodfabrics #fridaypatterncompany #fridaypatterncompanyheatherblazer

HEATHER BLAZER Deze #blazer stond al zooo lang op mijn #tosewlist en nu vond ik ineens (in mijn eigen kast nota bene) de perfecte stof! Een stonewashed cotton van @driessenstoffen.nl. De voering is er ook eentje uit de voorraad en de knoop viste ik uit de #knopendoos. Dat maakt dit project toch wel extra leuk. Ik moet zeggen dat ik nooit eerder een blazer maakte en er een beetje tegenop zag, maar dit patroon van @fridaypatterncompany is erg goed te doen! Ik liet de versteviging van het hele voorpand weg (wel het beleg gedaan) want wilde het niet te stijfjes maken en een meer nonchalante look geven. Gelukt? #denaaimussen #naaimussen #naaienisleuk #naaidoorjevoorraadheen #sewyourstash #sewwhatihave #sewingfamily #sewing #handmade #handgemaakt #handmadeclothes #memade #sewist #heatherblazer #fridayheather #fridaypatterncompany #fridaypattern #fridaypatterncompanyheatherblazer #fridaypatterns

Another one ticked off my 2023 make 9 list, this is the Heather Blazer! I made it in a lovely lightweight wool blend from The Fabric Store, with a matching rayon lining. I followed the pattern pretty much exactly, though I wish I had interfaced the entire back and the top of the sleeve head as well as the front, I just feel like the soft wool is collapsing a bit in a way that looks a bit sloppy… next time I would definitely consider that, and would also do welt pockets and maybe trim some length off the hem too. I’m just not 100% sure how to wear this now that it’s finished? I’m hoping it’ll be good for office wear, I guess I’ll just need to try it out with some stuff. Pattern: @fridaypatterncompany #heatherblazer Fabric: Wool outer and rayon lining from @wearethefabricstore, beautiful matte buttons from @missmaudenz Mods: lined the pockets, interfaced all the hems. Sized down, thank god! #fridaypatterncompany #fridaypatterncompanyheatherblazer #thefabricstorewellington #wellingtonsews #nzsews #millenialsewing #blazer #catphotobomb #autumnsewing #kirstenshandmadewardrobe

🧵🪡homemade outfit🪡🧵 BLAZER- Friday Pattern Company, Heather Blazer TOP- Simplicity, S9114 TROUSERS- Closet Core, Mitchell Trouser @fridaypatterncompany @simplicitymccallsuk @closetcorepatterns #fridaypatterncompany #heatherblazer #fridaypatterncompanyheatherblazer #closetcore #mitchelltrousers #closetcoremitchell #s9114 #simplicity9114 #mimigstyle #homemadewardrobe #memade #britishsewingbee #homemadeoutfit #creationswithjo

Heather Blazer Well if you have been following along on my stories you know I have had a wee hyper-fixation on the oversized woollen blazer look. I was approached by @thefineclothcompany to kindly choose something from their oh sew Peru range, and so I picked up this stunning Alpaca and Wool fabric. #ad I wanted it to look at bit more “work” and so found a welt pocket from my tamarack pattern and used the pattern and instructions. Will be doing this on any more Heather blazer patterns now, loved it!! I cannot tell you how happy I am with the result. I have already worn this so much. It’s warm and cozie without being heavy, and I’ve had so many compliments about it too!! Run don’t walk to grab something from their range before the winter chill is upon us. I’ve got my eye on a #jameelajacket next. Details: 🌿 Pattern: #heatherblazer by @fridaypatterncompany in size L 🌿 Mods: increase sleeve by 1” and used the welt pocket from the #tamarakjacket pattern for the pockets 🌿 Fabric: Oh Sew Peru: Houndstooth in Periwinkle Grid 80% Alpaca 20% Wool from @thefineclothcompany #fineclothcompany #fridaypatterncompany #fridaypatterncompanyheatherblazer #blazersewingpattern #blazerpattern #nzsews #wellingtonsews #poriruasews #worksewingpatterns #woolblazer #woollenblazer #ohsewperu

HEATHER BLAZER // I made a blazer! An actual blazer, fully lined, with lapels and everything! Perfectly oversized, casual and comfortable enough to wear day to day. Feeling chuffed. I’ll be making another two at least. 🤩🤩 🪡🧵 Pattern: Heather Blazer by @fridaypatterncompany Fabric: Khaki green cotton ripstop from @fabworksmillshop Lining: Viscose silk blend from @rainbowfabrickilburn Buttons: @johnlewis #heatherblazer #fridaypatterncompany #fridaypatterncompanyheatherblazer #memade #sewist #sewistsofinstagram #thanksimadeit #idratherbesewing #memadewardrobe #sewing

#memademay #fridaypatterncompanyheatherblazer #100actsofsewingpantsno1 #selfdraftedtunic #slowfashion #sewover50

I love the lining of my @fridaypatterncompany #heatherblazer as much as the external fabric. This is a gorgeous fabric I picked up a while back from @rainbowfabrickilburn, and while I had intended to make a dress from it, it paired too nicely with the linen not to use it to line my blazer. I still have enough left to make something else (probably a blouse). #minervabrandambassador #minervamakers #minervamakes #fridaypatterncompany #heatherblazer #fridaypatterncompanyheatherblazer #memade #handmadewardrobe #sewistsofinstagram #sewingvlogger #sewingblogger #lovesewing #isew #curvysewist #curvystyle #curvysewing #sewingforyourshape #sewingforcurves #sewover40 #imakemyownclothes #slowfashion #sustainablefashion #blazerpattern #sewingrevolution

Decided to try the #fridaypatterncompanyheatherblazer. I used this fabric from my stash, bought about 4 years ago I think! It feels like a thick cotton with quite a lot of stretch so not a recommended fabric for the Heather Blazer but I like to live dangerously! As I was treating this as a toile and I was not planning to line it this fabric seemed ok. I made a size large but looking at the finished garment I think I needed to go down a size as it seems very wide on the shoulders and around the upper arms. Will take note of this if/when I make another one. It was an enjoyable make and the first time I had made a jacket for several decades so I revisited some old techniques 😁. The only issue I had was trying to do a buttonhole. My buttonhole foot and I have a very strained relationship. After 4 attempts I admitted defeat and accepted a more casual open jacket 🤣. Any advice re buttonholers on the Janome 230DC machine gratefully received #FidayPatternCompany #HeathetBlazer #sewersofinstagram #sewover50 #sewoverageism #sewsmart70 #sewover60 @fridaypatterncompany

#memademay2025 Day 1, the dress started as a wrap dress but didn't fit well on the top, so I took it off. I love the fabric, so I wanted to keep the skirt. And #fridaypatterncompanyadrienne top. Day 2, #byhandlondonanna Day 3, I can't remember the pattern, the dress is several years old. Day 4, #deeranddoechataigne and a top from Primark Day 5, #tatbmimi and shorts from Sainsbury's The fabric is #happystitcherpamphill. I also finished a #fridaypatterncompanyheatherblazer today. The fabric is also from #happystitcherpamphill.

Project 5: Finished my Heather blazer. It was my first go at lining a garment and it did mix me up a bit at the weekend. Bottom didn’t line up and the arms got twisted but I got there with a lot of unpicking 😅. I’d definitely give this blazer a go again but maybe using more of a winter fabric. I chose a finished size m and it seems to be the right amount of oversized on me. I didn’t shorten or lengthen the pattern. I’ve used a label by @little.rosy.cheeks. The neutral lining was from my stash and I did add diy shoulder pads. This was the pattern I was looking forward to most on the #cccss24 course and I definitely learnt a lot while making it. Fabric is a linen slub from my @sewconfident course kit. As was the button and interfacing. #fridaypatterncompanyheatherblazer #sewingheatherblazer #linenblazer

I’ve catching up on photographing everything I’ve made this year so far…. I’ve made quite a few bits! This is the @fridaypatterncompany heather blazer which I’ve made in a lilac linen. The heather blazer has been on my make nine for the last few years and 2024 was the year I finally made it! I actually cut it out in the summer last year and it’s been waiting to be sewed up since. I’ve had visions of a lilac linen blazer for a while! I bought the fabric from @fabricgodmother at the stitch festival last year and the lining is just a plain white lining from @minervadotcom I think this is the last of the fabrics I bought at last years stitch festival to be sewn up which means I can splurge again this year lol! I think I made a size XL with no alterations. You may have noticed I haven’t included pockets, that’s because I didn’t have enough fabric even though I followed the lay plan and had the required amount of fabric. Not quite sure what went wrong there. I enjoyed making this and learnt again how important accuracy is in tailoring! I’m hoping to get lots of wear out of it this spring and summer! #sewing #sewingproject #fridaypatterncompany #handmadewardrobe #sewist #sewistsofinstagram #sewersgonnasew #sewersofinstagram #ukteacherswhosew #fridaypatterncompanyheatherblazer #makersgonnamake #fabricgodmother #memade #memadewardrobe

It's another one of those patterns I bought on release but only got around to stitching years later. I was new to sewing when the @fridaypatterncompany Heather Blazer was released: but being described as beginner friendly, I decided to give it a go. So I got a little distracted and tried other, more complicated patterns in the interim, but now that I've made it, I love the ease with which the Heather comes together. It really is suitable for anyone who'd like to try constructing a blazer for the first time. Being oversized, there are minimal fitting issues to think about. What's more, the techniques used in the instructions are so cleverly conceived and explained that you're not likely to get stuck at any point. And even if you do, I'm pretty sure FPC have a tutorial for that (they have such an amazing blog and YouTube). I've used a stretch woven linen from @minervadotcom in a copper shade (I just seem to gravitate to these colours), and this fabric was amazing to work with. I made a size XL with the only adjustment being to shorten the blazer by 2 inches (I'm not quite 5ft1, so, with this being oversized, I didn't want drowned by length). If I was making it again I'd do a narrow shoulder adjustment but, other than that, I am so happy with how this pattern works for me - and, generally speaking, I don't like oversized, boxy patterns. From cutting to finishing, this only took 3 hours, which amazed me! I thought it would have taken a couple of days to sew! I love it paired with my @chalkandnotch Fringe dress made from this beautiful lawn by @ladymcelroyfabrics, which I bought from @thefabricboutiqueuk a few months back. #minervabrandambassador #minervamakers #minervamakes #maryellensyearinsewing2024 #fridaypatterncompany #heatherblazer #fridaypatterncompanyheatherblazer #memade #handmadewardrobe #sewistsofinstagram #sewingvlogger #sewingblogger #lovesewing #isew #curvysewist #curvystyle #curvysewing #sewingforyourshape #sewingforcurves #sewover40 #imakemyownclothes #slowfashion #sustainablefashion #blazerpattern #sewingrevolution #sewnshownseated

Happy Saturday! I don't have much to say. Here's a simple make that was so satisfying! Pattern: #heatherblazer @fridaypatterncompany Fabric: oeko tex bamboo/cotton french terry @jonesbaby_ #fridaypatterncompany #fridaypatterncompanyheatherblazer #heatherblazer #fallsewing #sewsaturday #sewsatisfying #handmadeoutfit #handmadeisbetter #lovetosew #diyfashionista #millenialsewist #handmadestyle #diyfashion #modernsewing #sewyourown #wearhandmade #sewingtherapy #handmade #memade

Late post, but I reeeeally wanted a cute linen summer “suit” this summer, and I worked hard on this combo. I made the “Heather blazer “ from @fridaypatterncompany and a pair of “Dorian” shorts from @seamwork in a cobalt blue midweight linen from @linenstore . I love it, and might even try it with tights, boots, and turtle neck this fall… #linensuit #dopaminedressing #seamworkdorian #fridaypatterncompanyheatherblazer

🧵🪡 S E W I N G 🪡🧵 @fridaypatterncompany #heatherblazer Made using some fabric from an upholstery closing down sale and the lining is my old living room curtains 😇🧥 @closetcorepatterns #mitchelltrousers Made from an old duvet cover as I was testing the fit 👖 #closetcoremitchell #closetcore #fridaypatterncompany #fridaypatterncompanyheatherblazer #sewing #memade #handmade #homemadeclothes #sewingproject #sewingcreations #janomesewingmachine #janome #creationswithjo

We have added even more Deadstock wool fabrics to the website today and are feeling super inspired to start sewing coats, jackets and trousers. Swipe to see what we are dreaming up ➡️ it’s time to layer up and get ready for the autumn season ahead! #LamaziFabrics #SewingInspiration #Sewing #Dressmaking #SewistsOfInstagram #AutumnSewing #SewingTrousers #SewingWithWool #SewingCoats #PamCoat #ClosetCoreMitchell #BLPBilly #BLPFran #HeatherBlazer #TheAvidSeamstressBlazer #SAParker #DDAcajou

I have been looking for clog style shoe in thrift stores for a long time and man it’s pretty hard to find a plain-ish pair. But I found these yesterday! I think these skew a tiny bit more “garden” and less “cool” than I was hoping for, but I am still enjoying them. Handmade things in this outfit: Blazer: #HeatherBlazer designed by @fridaypatterncompany in a cotton twill from my shop Pants:#PSNellieJoggers designed by @patternscout in a windowpane linen/cotton from my shop @sewnfabricstore #sierrasmakes #sewqueer #memadeeveryday #sewcialist

Inspired by a few of you sewists (can’t remember who…) use fabrics for my #makenine2023 instead of patterns. So here are nine stash fabrics that I want to use this year. Tentative plans : 1. Brushed cotton dog fabric for a wintery #sewingmarnie 2. Striped stretch silk some kind of top..maybe just the back? 3. Cotton linen vintage floral possibly #bubblefrock or #psferntop dress although had originally planned a blazer have decided it’s too drapey. 4. Liberty cotton probably a shirt 5. Linen cotton cream green and red plaid possibly pants or a cropped blazer 6. Natural linen plaid planned for a #heatherblazer 7. Liberty silk. Had originally planned to use as poofy sleeves on merino top. May do that or saguaro set top? Open to ideas for this one. 8. Black and cream linen. Originally planned #helenawrapdress but undecided if this will suit me and be wearable after making the toile. Maybe just a long tiered skirt? 9. Periwinkle linen tencel for some #winslowculottes I think:)

Turn your coffee run into a coffee runway with our FW23 Designer Deadstock Suitings Look Book. 🍂✨⁠ ⁠ Which look are we going to see you strutting around downtown in, steaming latte in-hand? ⁠ ⁠ 🎀 Upper East Side⁠ 🍸️⁠ ⁠ @just_patterns #VeronicaVest (up to a 57.5" chest)⁠ @jessilous_closet #SunriseSkort (up to a 65" hip)⁠ ⁠ @soften_studio #RueBlouse (up to a 51.5" chest)⁠ @seamwork #SeamworkUlla Dress (up to a 60" chest, 64" hip)⁠ ⁠ 🕯️ Dark Academia⁠ 📚️⁠ ⁠ @merchantandmills #MMMiller Waistcoat (up to a 55" chest)⁠ @fridaypatterncompany #BernadetteSkirt (up to a 63" hip)⁠ ⁠ @stitchwitchpatterns #HarlowDress (up to a 58" chest, 60" hip)⁠ @modern_sewing_co #MSDarcyCoat (up to a 51.5" chest, 54.7" hip)⁠ ⁠ ☕️ Model Off-Duty⁠ 🧢⁠ ⁠ @theassemblylineshop #TALBlazer (up to a 54.3" chest)⁠ @paradisepatterns #ProteaPants (up to a 61" hip)⁠ @elbe_textiles #SageTee (up to a 58" chest)⁠ @bfpatterns #BFBestieBag⁠ @stylearc Baseball Cap⁠ ⁠ 👔 Future CEO⁠ ⁠💼⁠ ⁠ Friday Pattern Company #HeatherBlazer (up to a 60" chest)⁠ @threadtheory #BelvedereWaistcoat (up to a 50" chest)⁠ @namedclothing #TyyniCigaretteTrousers (up to a 44" hip)⁠ 👉️ Size-inclusive alternative: @closetcorepatterns #ClosetCoreMitchell Trousers (up to a 63" hip)⁠ @tytkastudio Padlock Bag⁠ ⁠ Find more pattern pairings for or Designer Deadstock Suitings collection over on Pinterest (linked in our bio)! 📌⁠ ⁠ [Image description:⁠ A series of line drawn garments with a variety of sophisticated solid, plaid, striped, and checked fabrics superimposed on top. Garments included are: Vests, waistcoats, skirts, dresses, blouses, bags, hats, trousers, and blazers. End.]⁠ ⁠ #BFDeadstock #BFWool #BlackbirdFabrics #FallSewing #FallSewingPatterns #IndieSewingPatterns #FallLookBook #OnlineFabricStore #IndieSewing #MilennialSewing #MeMade #HandmadeWardrobe #SewistsOfInstagram #SewYourOwnClothes ⁠

I took a bit of a break from sewing over Christmas and into the new year, mostly as I was away from home (and my sewing machine) a lot! But I have been thinking about my sewing goals for this year… ⭐️ I really want to focus on upskilling on garment making and learning how to do things better and more accurately, as well as new skills! With that in mind I picked my #makenine2025 with things that I would like to do this year, including refining previous makes and some new ones and some different fabrics! If I only get some done that’s still a win, as I will learn something or improve with every project. 1. #FairfieldShirt @threadtheorydesigns 2. #HeatherBlazer @fridaypatterncompany 3. #ChandlerTrousers @untitledthoughts 4. Another #PatinaBlouse @fridaypatterncompany 5. Another #SaturdaySkirt @fridaypatterncompany 6. A kind of boxy cropped tank top thing to go with the skirt… pattern TBC. 7. Sew something with stretch fabric, if like to find a nice pattern for some loungewear 8. Patchwork jacket 9. Copy one of my favourite ready to wear items. #sew #sewing #homemade #sewingprojects

I have been looking for clog style shoe in thrift stores for a long time and man it’s pretty hard to find a plain-ish pair. But I found these yesterday! I think these skew a tiny bit more “garden” and less “cool” than I was hoping for, but I am still enjoying them. Handmade things in this outfit: Blazer: #HeatherBlazer designed by @fridaypatterncompany in a cotton twill from my shop Pants:#PSNellieJoggers designed by @patternscout in a windowpane linen/cotton from my shop @sewnfabricstore #sierrasmakes #sewqueer #memadeeveryday #sewcialist

Are you planning to make anything in the 2023 colour of the year- Viva Magenta? Tell us your plans below! This vibrant shade will look great as a wide range of garments, from cosy loungewear to glamorous outfits for your festive parties. Swipe to see the full run down of inspiration ➡️ #LamaziFabrics #VivaMagenta #VivaMagenta2023 #Sewing #SewingInspiration #SewistsOfInstagram #Dressmaking #SaturdaySet #PageHoodie #BLPTraveller #OliveSkirt #HeatherBlazer #MagnetteTrousers #FibreMoodLucille #HarietteBlouse

Inspired by a few of you sewists (can’t remember who…) use fabrics for my #makenine2023 instead of patterns. So here are nine stash fabrics that I want to use this year. Tentative plans : 1. Brushed cotton dog fabric for a wintery #sewingmarnie 2. Striped stretch silk some kind of top..maybe just the back? 3. Cotton linen vintage floral possibly #bubblefrock or #psferntop dress although had originally planned a blazer have decided it’s too drapey. 4. Liberty cotton probably a shirt 5. Linen cotton cream green and red plaid possibly pants or a cropped blazer 6. Natural linen plaid planned for a #heatherblazer 7. Liberty silk. Had originally planned to use as poofy sleeves on merino top. May do that or saguaro set top? Open to ideas for this one. 8. Black and cream linen. Originally planned #helenawrapdress but undecided if this will suit me and be wearable after making the toile. Maybe just a long tiered skirt? 9. Periwinkle linen tencel for some #winslowculottes I think:)

Turn your coffee run into a coffee runway with our FW23 Designer Deadstock Suitings Look Book. 🍂✨⁠ ⁠ Which look are we going to see you strutting around downtown in, steaming latte in-hand? ⁠ ⁠ 🎀 Upper East Side⁠ 🍸️⁠ ⁠ @just_patterns #VeronicaVest (up to a 57.5" chest)⁠ @jessilous_closet #SunriseSkort (up to a 65" hip)⁠ ⁠ @soften_studio #RueBlouse (up to a 51.5" chest)⁠ @seamwork #SeamworkUlla Dress (up to a 60" chest, 64" hip)⁠ ⁠ 🕯️ Dark Academia⁠ 📚️⁠ ⁠ @merchantandmills #MMMiller Waistcoat (up to a 55" chest)⁠ @fridaypatterncompany #BernadetteSkirt (up to a 63" hip)⁠ ⁠ @stitchwitchpatterns #HarlowDress (up to a 58" chest, 60" hip)⁠ @modern_sewing_co #MSDarcyCoat (up to a 51.5" chest, 54.7" hip)⁠ ⁠ ☕️ Model Off-Duty⁠ 🧢⁠ ⁠ @theassemblylineshop #TALBlazer (up to a 54.3" chest)⁠ @paradisepatterns #ProteaPants (up to a 61" hip)⁠ @elbe_textiles #SageTee (up to a 58" chest)⁠ @bfpatterns #BFBestieBag⁠ @stylearc Baseball Cap⁠ ⁠ 👔 Future CEO⁠ ⁠💼⁠ ⁠ Friday Pattern Company #HeatherBlazer (up to a 60" chest)⁠ @threadtheory #BelvedereWaistcoat (up to a 50" chest)⁠ @namedclothing #TyyniCigaretteTrousers (up to a 44" hip)⁠ 👉️ Size-inclusive alternative: @closetcorepatterns #ClosetCoreMitchell Trousers (up to a 63" hip)⁠ @tytkastudio Padlock Bag⁠ ⁠ Find more pattern pairings for or Designer Deadstock Suitings collection over on Pinterest (linked in our bio)! 📌⁠ ⁠ [Image description:⁠ A series of line drawn garments with a variety of sophisticated solid, plaid, striped, and checked fabrics superimposed on top. Garments included are: Vests, waistcoats, skirts, dresses, blouses, bags, hats, trousers, and blazers. End.]⁠ ⁠ #BFDeadstock #BFWool #BlackbirdFabrics #FallSewing #FallSewingPatterns #IndieSewingPatterns #FallLookBook #OnlineFabricStore #IndieSewing #MilennialSewing #MeMade #HandmadeWardrobe #SewistsOfInstagram #SewYourOwnClothes ⁠

#memademay2025 Days 12-14. I've slacked off taking photos but have still been wearing me made. Pic 1 - #heatherblazer #tyratee and @amynicolestudio #nitatrousers I love this outfit and really should take the time to get a decent photo of it (but it's already been a couple of years so...) Pics 2 & 3 - #blpbilly and #bellbirdblouse I've worn the same outfit 2/3 days which is usually how I roll #lesswashing Thanks to my latest fan @amac_morris for taking a pretty average photo of me at work 😂 #memademay #sewistsofinstagram #sewistsofmelbourne #handmadewardrobe #imademyclothes

We have added even more Deadstock wool fabrics to the website today and are feeling super inspired to start sewing coats, jackets and trousers. Swipe to see what we are dreaming up ➡️ it’s time to layer up and get ready for the autumn season ahead! #LamaziFabrics #SewingInspiration #Sewing #Dressmaking #SewistsOfInstagram #AutumnSewing #SewingTrousers #SewingWithWool #SewingCoats #PamCoat #ClosetCoreMitchell #BLPBilly #BLPFran #HeatherBlazer #TheAvidSeamstressBlazer #SAParker #DDAcajou

I took a bit of a break from sewing over Christmas and into the new year, mostly as I was away from home (and my sewing machine) a lot! But I have been thinking about my sewing goals for this year… ⭐️ I really want to focus on upskilling on garment making and learning how to do things better and more accurately, as well as new skills! With that in mind I picked my #makenine2025 with things that I would like to do this year, including refining previous makes and some new ones and some different fabrics! If I only get some done that’s still a win, as I will learn something or improve with every project. 1. #FairfieldShirt @threadtheorydesigns 2. #HeatherBlazer @fridaypatterncompany 3. #ChandlerTrousers @untitledthoughts 4. Another #PatinaBlouse @fridaypatterncompany 5. Another #SaturdaySkirt @fridaypatterncompany 6. A kind of boxy cropped tank top thing to go with the skirt… pattern TBC. 7. Sew something with stretch fabric, if like to find a nice pattern for some loungewear 8. Patchwork jacket 9. Copy one of my favourite ready to wear items. #sew #sewing #homemade #sewingprojects

Finally took photos of the first Heather Blazer I made. I’ve worn this a fair bit, it’s a good basic and came with me overseas for judging as it is quite smart. The pants I haven’t worn so much, they are Simplicity 9381 which I shared back in July as they were a bit of fail. I’ve since unpicked and taken out the second pleat and taken about 4” out of the upper leg volume. They are much less poofy now so I’m fairly happy with them, I just haven’t had too much opportunity to wear them. Both the jacket and pants are made in a lovely Japanese technical fabric from The Fabric Store. It has a slight stretch, is silky soft but also takes an iron. Despite being poly the fabric is lovely, the Japanese really know how to make fabric. I’ve lined the jacket with cute kitty lining bought at ClearIt in Melbourne, sadly now closed. Patterns #heatherblazer & #s9381 Fabric - @wearethefabricstore #imakemyownclothes #curvymakes #brisbanespoolettes #memadewardrobe #curvysewing #curvysewingcollective #brisbanesews #jukisewing #simplicity9381

pant dreams come true ≐ I was so inspired by the new range of @stagnistudio so I tried to recreate one of their looks. I wasn’t game to draft my own for that one, so I used @simplicity_creative_group #8056 and added a seam line along the travellers crease. (Is that the right word? The front seam on each leg, is it called a princess seam?) I cut a size 14 which ended up fine around the hips & length but about 6inches too wide at the waist band. This pattern gives 3 options - slim, average and curvy. I cut the average fit, and the way the pattern and waistband are constructed makes it really easy to make adjustments. I took 1 inch out the front & back at the waist side seam and tapered it out at the pocket, and 1 inch out of each side at center back waist. And I have to say the fit turned out amazing!! This was going to be a wearable #toile for a suit I’m planning, so I used cheap #rayontwill from @lincraft that I got on sale. I’m really loving the fabric & colour, so I think I’ll get some more to make my matching blazer. And I’ll save my special #spike Eukalyptus fabric from @drapersfabrics for another special project. Or I might make two suits, so I can wear them on rotation ⟳ ⟳ ⟳ 🙌🏼 Now I just have to find a matching blazer pattern. I’ve made the @simplicity_creative_group #8697 heaps of times and it’s a great shape - but the fabric is so light, that I’ll need to interface it - so I think a blazer with lining would be better suited. (haha pun intended) Has anyone made the new #heatherblazer from @fridaypatterncompany ? Tank is self drafted and made from the most luxurious rib knit from @wearethefabricstore on my new cover stitch machine 🧡 The stitching turned out a bit wobbly, still trying to master the machine. And how good are my @jomercershoes 80s style square toe heels in fake croc 🙌🏼 #memade #sewist #sewingproject #modernsewing #millenialsewing #minimalsewing #isew #toilesandtribulations #s8056 #memadewardrobe #sewingsuits #tailoring #sewingtrousers #sewistsofinstagram #sewfancypants #sewhappy #sewproud

Denim is a durable, functional fabric with a little bit of sass and is always on trend. Sewing with denim can give you the opportunity to learn new skills like tackling heavy fabric, top stitching, various pocket structures, and hardware. Denim garments are also great for re-purposing and upcycling projects. There is so much variety when sewing with denim, all sorts of garments, accessories, and soft furnishings. Do you love working with denim? If so.do you have any tips or favourite patterns to share with the class? Perhaps denim scares you a bit. Well, hang around and see if this post can be the inspiration you need 😊 LK 🇬🇭 1.@ThatLenaKing #FMMarah 2. @Sea_Sand_Sews #PeppermintWideLegPants 3. @AGatheringOfStitches #MMOttoline 4. @ClayHen #HeatherBlazer #BernadetteSkirt 5. @MadeBySilverFox #IlfordJacket #QuadraJeans 6. @DreamCutSew Iman skirt by @Just_Patterns 7. @SoSewShaw #AtenazJacket 8. @Anecianichelle #M8408 9. @ThatLenaKing #PSCoziJacket 10. @Rebecunica Upcycling old jeans #SewOver50October #SewingWithDenim #LoveDenim #So50SustainableSewing #RecycledDenim #DenimRemake #DoubleDenim

A vest, but make it a dress! @andrea_djones just made this adorable look using our new Micro-Wale Navy Corduroy from Hatch 🧵🪡⁠ ⁠ This fabric has a velvety hand and a slightly stiff structural drape. It's cozy and comfortable too!⁠ ⁠ Check out Andrea's latest post to read more about her hacks!⁠ ⁠ Here are some other patterns you could make with this fabric:⁠ • #ME2020 from@keechiibstyle⁠ • #closetcoremitchelltrousers by @closetcorepatterns⁠ • #heatherblazer by @fridaypatterncompany⁠ • #birchvest by @patternscout⁠ ⁠ Fabric: Hatch - Micro-Wale Navy Corduroy⁠ Pattern: #m7997 @mccallpatterncompany⁠ ⁠ Linkin.bio to shop the look! 🔗⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ ⁠ / : / www.measurefabric.com ⁠ #measurefabric #MFdesignerdeadstock #measuremakes #sewing #slowfashion #zerowaste #sewingpattern #handmade #sew #designer #sewingpatterns #fashion #design #seamstress #independentsewing #fabricshopping #designerdeadstock #fabricshop #indiefabricstore #deadstockfabric #sustainablesewcialists #sewistsofinstagram #smallbatchfashion #textiledesigners #sewsewsew

#memademay2023 week 1 ✂️ Day 1: @shopwiksten #unfoldingjacket in @merchantandmills tencel linen, patched denims and self drafted bag with @arkdefo fabric and finished with my new rivet machine. I will post more details about this later! Day 2: @fridaypatterncompany #heatherblazer in #merchantandmills linen. Day 3: @stylearc #cherknitdress in French terry jersey and @simplicitymccallsuk #v1610 in a mystery fabric that I found in a charity shop. It feels like silk and reacted like silk in a burn test so I’m going with that! Day 4: #wikstenshifttop in M&M jacquard cotton and #tn31parka in M&M dry wax cotton. Day 5: @helens__closet #yantaoveralls in soft twill from I can’t remember where but knowing me probably M&M again. Day 6: @truebias #roscoedress in @atelierbrunette #viscose. Day 7: #stylearc #bobpants in mystery wool and @paper_theory #lbpullover in linen jersey from a destash. ✂️ It’s interesting to see my outfits this way as I’m realising I wear a lot of black! And I appear to only shop at Merchant & Mills 🤣 The other thing to note is that this is the longest I have stuck at a photo challenge in a long time! Fingers crossed I’ll see it to the end 🤞 ✂️ #sewing #memademay #mmmay23 #imakemyclothes #shopwiksten #fridaypatterncompany #vogue1610 #truebias #papertheory

Decided on my #MakeNine2024 today! I managed 5/9 for 2023 because I was most definitely too overambitious with some choices 😂 for 2024 I’ve gone with patterns I already own and (mostly) fabrics I’ve got in my sewing room already to encourage me to ACTUALLY USE THEM 👏🏼 There’s a LOTTA @fridaypatterncompany going on here 😂 #1 @simplicitymccallsuk M8358 #2 @fridaypatterncompany Ilford Jacket #3 Butterick 6657 #4 @wavesandwild Heyday Dungarees #5 @patternemporium_kate Short Sleeve Ocean Daze Shirt #6 @fridaypatterncompany Heather Blazer #7 @fridaypatterncompany Pogonip Pullover #8 @untitledthoughts Chandler Pants #9 @tillybuttons Jessa Trousers Wish me luck 🤞🏻 #makenine #makenine2024 #sewist #sewing #handmade #handmadewardrobe #handmadeclothes #myhandmadewardrobe #sewing #beginnersewing #sewingjessa #ilfordjacket #pogonippullover #oceandazeshirt #heatherblazer #chandlerpants #heydaydungarees #m8358 #butterick6657

Hey hey it’s FRIDAY!! I’ve got another #whatiworethisweek Most of these patterns have been hacked in some way!! Here we go: Monday: #s8658 top, #s1499 jacket, #s9050 pants Tuesday: #ashlingblouse and #palisadepants by @papercutpatterns and the #mnjarrah by @megannielsenpatterns Wednesday: #davenportdress and #heatherblazer by @fridaypatterncompany and #s9116 pants Thursday: #seoulblossomblouse by @sewtogrow #heatherblazer by @fridaypatterncompany and ##thrifted pants Today: #mnjarrah by @megannielsenpatterns #s1499 vest and thrifted @levis skinnies #memade #memadeeveryday #memadewardrobe #isew #isewmyownclothes #isewedthis #ilovetosew #ilovesewing #sewingover40 #sewersgonnasew #sewistsofinstagram #sewingismytherapy #sewingisfun #handmade

#memademay2021 Day 16. Friday Pattern Co Heather blazer and matching Vogue 9189 shorts. I wasn’t sure how I felt about the blazer when I finished it but now that I’ve made the matching shorts I envisioned it with, I’m obsessed! Digitally printed fabrics from Hawthorne Supply Co. #v9189 #vintagevoguepattern #fridaypatterncompany #heatherblazer #hawthornesupplyco #diyootd

Kicking off the makes-tagram with my #makenine2021 challenge! Since I can't pick just one craft, there's a small mix of knits and sews. Really hoping to expand my technique and ability! Still looking for a solid jeans pattern, more than open to suggestions! #knittersofinstagram #knittersofravelry #ravelry #sewing #sewistsofinstagram #heatherblazer #solvisweater #v1239 #zippersweater #seamworktino #marisbraletteandpanty #arlotrackjacket #carolynpajamas

In honour of Me Made May wrapping up, here is a round up post of some outfits from this month that I wore to work! Makes: #arlovest by @sewingwithliliya Various pairs of #proteapants by @paradisepatterns A couple versions of #zwworkwearjacket by @birgittahelmersson A few pairs of #helenejeans and #persephonepants by @annaallenclothing #thompsoncoat and #coetrouser by @daughterjudypatterns #cornellshirt by @elbe_textiles Two #heatherblazer by @fridaypatterncompany #olyashirt by @paper_theory And of course a couple of self-drafted items! All makes can be found in previous posts ✨

I was recently a groomswoman at a good friend's wedding and was given a brief for a cream-coloured suit. Needless to say I immediately knew exactly which patterns I would be making 😏 The trousers are my favourite trouser pattern- #msworkertrousers by @modern_sewing_co . I actually wanted to make the #msspringtrousers initially but was silly and didn't order enough fabric.. nevertheless I love the workers and they have already had a lot of wear in my day to day life since i've made them! The jacket is the #Heatherblazer by @fridaypatterncompany which i've only ever made once as an occasion piece, so unfortunately it hasn't gotten much wear. I've been meaning to make it again in a neutral colour and so this was a perfect excuse! I also lined it with some leftover block print fabric which I was pretty pleased with until i noticed the day after wearing this outfit that the dyes had stained the tops of my trousers green 😢 (luckily it's subtle enough that it hasn't stopped me wearing them) The fabric is a lovely cotton/linen blend with a bit of stretch from @minervadotcom , gifted as part of the ambassador scheme. I have to say I'm really leaning more towards natural fibres with a bit of elastane content as the fabric creases so much less. I have no idea how that impacts its sustainability so if anyone is the wiser I would love to be educated! Underneath I've worn the #rovingromper by @bygraciesteel although admittedly for the actual wedding I hastily sewed up a satin sicily slip blouse to go under it, but i wasn't a huge fan and actually much prefer it with the romper underneath. Fabric for the romper is a beautiful punti di milano (i.e. fancy ponteroma) from @dittofabrics and is pretty delicious to wear. #memade #memadeeveryday #imadethis #isewmyownclothes #slowfashion #sewfun #sewingismytherapy #sewingismysuperpower

My favorite 2023 #sewingprojects —was a good year for #buildingskillz —topstitching, refashioning, and closer attention to fitting. #topnine2023 #sewcialists #sewover50 #ilfordjacket #mandyboatnecktee #landerpants #msjessejumpsuit #heatherblazer #donnyshirt #honeybournedress #rileyoveralls #gilberttop

Me Made May complete 🌟 and thank goodness because taking these videos was somehow the worst 10 seconds of each day. 1. #olyashirt by @paper_theory 2. #foxielongboxies by @bygraciesteel 3. Another #olyashirt 4. #heatherblazer by @fridaypatterncompany and #anniealineskirt 5. Self drafted vest inspired by Olive 6. Hacked #arraytop by @papercutpatterns and a Robin dress by @liam.liampatterns 7. Another array top 8. #leatop by @voilafiona 9. #persephonepants by @annaallenclothing 10. Another pair of persephones 11. Heather Blazer again 12. Hacked #adriftshift by @bygraciesteel 13. #grasser689 by grasser patterns 14. Once again my trusty blazer lol. 15. Hacked #anniealineskirt 16. A lengthened #monroeslipdress 17. Annie aline skirt again 18. #dominquedress by @patternsbypatterncos 19. Grasser 689 once again and some me made earrings. Lots of fun, taught me a lot about what I wear most and why, what i didnt reach for, what I'm missing and what I want to sew next 🪡 🧵 anyway, sewing is fun, but an influencer career is off the table 👋

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

Dreaming big for 2023 with my #makenine2023 list!!..and I haven’t even documented a couple of projects from 2022. 🤦🏼‍♀️ So we’ll see how it goes. There are 2 items left over from last year that I still want to complete. And 2 pieces that I’ve made before… but, you know, kids grow! • 1. @closetcorepatterns #kalleshirt , in black & white windowpane rayon challis 2. @namedclothing #sarastetop , in summery poplin 3. @sewhouse7 #freerangeslacks , in olive green sand washed cotton 4. @edgewaterave #newportonepiece , paddle suit, fabric TBD 5. @truebias #mininovajumpsuit , (for my daughter) in summery floral knit 6. @fibremood #fibremoodcharlie , (for my son) in a funky pattern poplin And last but not least, a 3-piece suit that I’ve been dreaming about for a year… 7. @fridaypatterncompany #heatherblazer , in royal blue cotton velveteen 8. @fibremood #fibremoodopal , in royal blue cotton velveteen 9. @daria_patternmaking #rosecafebustier , in iridescent Thai silk that I purchased on our honeymoon • Swipe ➡️ for the colored version. WISH ME LUCK! 🍀

Another backlogged make now in all its grid glory! • I made this #heatherblazer from @fridaypatterncompany after scoring this gorgeous wool at the thrift store. A full 2 yards of 100% wool for $5! I had just enough to make my TNT blazer pattern, and this time I swapped the patch pockets for the welt pockets from the #closetcorejasika and added a back cinch to give it a touch more shaping at the waist. • For this pattern, I typically make an XS and raise the armscye by 3/4”. I shorten both the body and sleeves by 2”. I love the internal structure of sewing a blazer, a skill set that I have developed using the “Classic Tailoring Techniques” book and @juliabobbin as a resource. I think that padstitching and taping the roll line are an absolute must, plus I love how it helps me slow down and enjoy the process a bit more. • I didn’t add shoulder pads to this blazer and used a Deadstock viscose for the lining, so the total materials cost was less than $20. I love working with wool, and this project was such a delight to work on. • Shirt: #rioringer @truebias Size 0 in cotton pointelle from @saltlakesewciety Blazer: #heatherblazer @fridaypatterncompany Size XS (-2” length, -2” sleeve length, raised armscye 3/4”) in a thrifted wool from @savers_thrift Pants: #persephonepants @annaallenclothing in a popcorn denim from @saltlakesewciety • #memade #bespoke #bespokesewing #indiesewingpattern #sewist #sewistsofinstagram #memadeootd #sewing #slowfashion

Happy New Year everyone! I hope everyone's 2025 is off to a great start!! Here is my #makenine2025 1. This year I am committed to sewing up the #heatherblazer by @fridaypatterncompany. 2. I have been paying for these three sewing memberships for years and rarely make the patterns. I am determined to make something using my sewing memberships! @seamwork @cashmerette Club, and @closetcorepatterns Crew. 3. I'm obsessed with #m6696 4. #me2016 #knowme2016 5. I want to make a co-ord Set. I'm thinking the #gilberttop or #cameronbuttonup by @helens__closet with the #juneshorts or the @truebias #danishorts #truebiasdani. 6.@helens__closet #lockhartjumpsuit 7. @bfpatterns #bestiebag #bfbestiebag 8. @veronicatuckerthelabel #theheraset 9. A Shirred Dress maybe the @victorypatterns #sofiadress or the #bhlshirreddress.

Oooh I’m so excited! After feeling a bit overwhelmed with my pattern and fabric stash my sew-jo had ebbed somewhat, so I decided to shop my stash and try to do a #makenine2024 to get inspired again. Can’t wait to get cracking! Super chuffed I’m using so much of my #secondhand stash too ♻️ BUT what it has highlighted to me is, whilst part of my reason for shopping second hand is to be more sustainable and not over consume, I have definitely built a bigger fabric and pattern stash than I realistically need. I had a big destash earlier in the year and now everything left is stuff I have a plan in mind to make….but will I REALLY get around to it/need all those garments? 🤔 Definitely something to keep pondering on but in the mean time i’ve decided I’ll be adding no further fabric or patterns to my stash in 2024, no matter how much of a bargain it is (please send me your ‘stay strong Vicki’ vibes) My make 9 2024: 1) PJs from GBSB book (bought in the charity shop for 50p), in green viscose from charity swap table of @tynevalleycommunitysewcial 2) @fridaypatterncompany #ilfordjacket - I’m making the longer version in gold and white cotton gauze bought at the charity shop for £2 as a beach cover up 3) @tillybuttons #sewinglyra in a William Morris viscose from a charity swap table at my sewing class. 4) @fridaypatterncompany #heatherblazer in green velvet remnant bought at #tynemouthmarket 5) @namedclothing #ilmasmockdress in this viscose crepe I bought in a facebook destash about 3 years ago . 6) @theavidseamstress #citytrousers in black twill from a facebook destash about 2 years ago 7) @truebias #shelbydressandromper in this gorgeous cotton linen gifted by my french relatives 8) @tianasclosetsewingpatterns #violetpinafore - this is a free pattern which i’ll make in some lovely jersey backed faux leather, another charity shop bargain! 9) @stylearc #dottyblouse in pink viscose crepe bought on a facebook destash page #sustainablesewing #sustainablefashion #sustainableliving #thrifted #charityshoppingaddict #charityshopfinds #sewingonabudget #sewingover40 #midsizesewing #fabricstashdown24 #makenine2024 #sewistsofinstagram

🌿 Me Made May - Week 2 🌿 Day 5 - @helens__closet #Yanta Overalls with my @selfesteemselfesteem jumper from her incredible recent West End show Day 6 - @paper_theory #ZadieJumpsuit Day 7 - @tillybuttons #SewingNell and @fridaypatterncompany #IlfordJacket Day 8 - @fridaypatterncompany #WilderGown with a ready to wear jumper Day 9 - @truebias #DaniPants and @fridaypatterncompany #HeatherBlazer with a ready to wear top Day 10 - @vivianshaochen #NephelineBlouse and @helens__closet #WinslowCulottes Day 11 - @truebias #BlairSkirt with a ready to wear top that I keep meaning to make a copy of, as I love the shape but it's horrible polyester . . . . . #MeMadeMay2025 #MeMadeMay25 #MeMadeMay #HelensCloset #PaperTheory #TillyAndTheButtons #FridayPatternCompany #TrueBias #VivianShaoChen #MeMade #MeMadeWardrobe #ILoveToSew #IMadeThis #IndieSewing #MakersGonnaMake #SewistsOfInstagram #Sewist #Sewcialist #JanomeMakes #CarlyCreates

Me Made May 23 10:31 Offft we’re now into double digits for #MeMadeMay23 and I *think* I’ve unlocked a new outfit combo! Plus I’m doing the t-shirt & skirt combo for #WearItOnWednesday (a weekly prompt, hosted by the lovely @heysewgeorgie ) The Details: Jacket: #HeatherBlazer @fridaypatterncompany in a #BlackBirdFabrics 6oz Linen Top: #SeamworkAlice @seamwork in a cotton jersey Skirt: #MnKellySkirt @megannielsenpatterns in a washed cotton from @simplyfabricsbrixton Tights: @snagtights Black 80 denier #MeMadeMay23 #MmmFat23 #SewScottish #FatSewist #SewistOfInstagram #FatSewingClub #MeMadeEveryDay #MnKellyPlus #SeamworkAlicePlus #HeatherBlazerPlus

MMM day 10! I 💙 my #heatherblazer and also my #mnaxel skirt. So comfortable! I'm also wearing a #basicinstinctshirt, of which I have a few! : #memademay2023 #memadeeveryday #minervamakers #megannielsonpatterns #fridaypatterncompany

👖👖👖👖It’s reveal day 👖👖👖👖👖 Today is the day myself and the very lovely @kmovern reveal our jeans as part of our #sewjeanswithus where we both made the @megannielsenpatterns #mnashjeans I have loved being part of this collab with Karen Marie! Head over to her page to take a peek at her fabulous pair!! 🩷 I made a toile of the slim version in a straight size 14 which came out quite well but was too high waisted for me, so I made the skinny version in a size 14 but reduced the rise by 2” so used the yoke and waistband of the size 18 as was laid out in the Megan Nelson blog about shortening the rise! I’m so happy with how they came out!!! The fabric is gorgeous denim from @driessenstoffen.nl 👖 I used a great @thespeckyseamstress leather patch on my toile and a @little.rosy.cheeks label on my second version. I also used cute bee fabric for the pockets! 🐝 Pics with a belt are the skinny version and without the belt are my toile 😂😂 and I’m wearing a #sewingtabitha T-shirt! In the last pic I have boots with a #heatherblazer for an autumn look 🍁 🍂 If you’re on the fence about making jeans! I say just go for it! The instructions on these jeans are really great and I learned loads! A huge thanks to @kmovern for collabing with me 🩷👖 I’ll talk about this is my #fridaysews vlogs on reveal day and will talk more about this in a Makes vlog 🎥 on YouTube soon! 🌺🧵🌟🌸🌻🌷🌻🌸🌟🧵🌺 . . . . . . . . . #imadethis #lovesewing #memade #irelandsews #dublinsews #happysewing #sewingvlog #sewingvlogger #sewover40 #ilovetosew #sewingjeans

I MADE TROUSERS! After #DawnGate and days of pattern surgery, I wanted an easy win. And ta da! My @untitledthoughts #UTChandlerPants! Made in a day. I made the pleated "pants" size H (the biggest) and added two inches to the inseam and an inch to the rise and they fit really well. I actually compare them to my @winmichele L ruler to get the rise right, it's a useful tool. The fabric is a charcoal grey cupro twill from @rainbowfabrickilburn, I got 3m a while ago at full price (like £7/m) and then in their remnant sale for another 2m for £4! And yes, that is destined to be a matching @fridaypatterncompany #heatherblazer Worn with my @untitledthoughts #utnathalie in H with a 1inch FBA in black bamboo jersey from @raystitch. This outfit is completely and utterly #secretpyjamas #notsosecretpyjamas and I love how well the trousrs and bodysuit work, and how I have a million other tops and that will work with them. Next project is finishing my #mndawncurve jeans for @sheffieldsewcial #jeansjanuary, but this was a great sew to remind me why I love making my clothes so much! #fatsewingclub #fatsewists #cscmakes #curvysewing #curvysewingcollective #imakemyclothes #imakemyclothes #sewyourselfsustainable #sewyourfatselfsustainable Photo description: Eleanor, a fat white woman with reddish hair poses in front of a white door, while wearing grey trousers with a tan leather belt and a black bodysuit. She is facing the camera in the first photo, looking over her shoulder with her back to the camera in second, third is a shot of her back and fourth is a close-up of her trousers.

Mine is not a #makenine2022 - because it never worked for me - but: -first slide: some bottoms I need to sew to fill gaps in my wardrobe/ try new patterns I've bought but not sewn yet: #pantalonsteven by @ose__patterns if it works it can become a good staple; #danipants by @truebias, the same as above; #soitulipskirt @sewoverit many suggested this pattern when I shared a picture of a RTW skirt with pleated front so I decided to give this pattern a second chance (wasn't happy with my first try) and male it in grey wool 'cause I realised I have no grey skirt; #soiavaskirt also @sewoverit a TNT on constant repeat but I want to make some colourful/playful versions; #catlmv @la_maison_victor_fr THE TNT pattern to me, classic trousers with pleats and tapered leg, I need a black wool one; #deelmv also by @la_maison_victor_fr I made a grey tartan version (still haven't showed here) I'm already in love with this pattern and I want a second version (also tartan I think). I also have some jackets/ coats on my sewing list: #villettelmv @la_maison_victor_fr also a TNT I want to make in navy blue: I've had the fabric for more than two years now but postponed making it due to lack of use thanks to virus; @sewoverit #soifrancinejacket; @la_maison_victor_fr #linnalmv the same as for the coat; #heatherblazer @fridaypatterncompany was brought to my attention by @mizmichael and can't stop thinking about it since then. Last but not least, some knitting: I'm about to knit my first #ankersweater sleeves and have a second planned in navy blue (no surprise here) whose wool was a Christmas present. It sounds ambitious, doesn't it?!? But when it comes to sewing, I stop being the usual pragmatic me, and I like to dream BIG 🤣🤣🤣 Have a nice sewing/knitting/crafting year 🍀🍀🍀 P.S. I already have fabric and notions for the majority of these makes, so I hope to keep my sewing investment super low this year.

On January 1, I decided to make an outfit to wear to my birthday party — which was 48 hours away. I shopped my stash and selected this acorn colored dead stick brushed poly viscose stretch suiting from @blackbirdfabrics for the blazer and a wool suiting from @moodfabrics for the skirt. The lining for the blazer is left over poly satin from my test wedding dress. Super thrilled with how both turned out – and this oversized brown blazer is a piece that I feel like was missing from my wardrobe. Blazer: #HeatherBlazer by @fridaypatterncompany Skirt: #SOIAvaSkirt by @sewoveritlondon

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Hmmmm, so on reflection of my #makenine2022 it does not appear to have gone very well. From the number completed it doesn't seem like I made very much in the year but my wardrobe seems to be showing something different. I think it is time for a clear out. Below are a list of the plans I had and the current status of them: 1. Nina lee - Camden. I have cut out the fabric and it is ready to sew. 2. Friday Pattern Company - Heather Blazer Fabric has been picked but just need to conquer the cutting out! 3. Deer and Doe - Sirocco Complete and loving it! 4. Sew Over it - Niamh skirt Cut out and it is ready to sew. 5. Grainline Studio - Thayer Finished and it has become a staple jacket since then 6. Tilly and the buttons - Nora cardigan Problems were had and posted at the time... 7. Sew Over It - Libby Shirt Cut out and ready to sew. 8. Simplicity McCalls - 1887 I made shorts initially in this pattern and wear them a lot in the summer, I have sewed up the trousers but don't like the fit so haven't actually worn them. 9. Sew Over It - Penny dress It hasn't had as much wear as it deserves but it has been finished. #sewing #make #create #sew #resewlutions #makenine2022 #ninaleecamden #heatherblazer #ddsirocco #soiniamhskirt #grainlinethayer #sewingnoracardigan #soilibbyshirt #simplicity1887 #soipennydress

Literally. Blazer: #heatherblazer did welt pockets instead of patch @fridaypatterncompany @spotlightstores Tshirt: @bestandless #ootd #brunch #blazer #comfyoutfit #sewistofinstagram #croissantclub

So good it deserved a real post. ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ ⠀ @bmorefrocktails was so fun! Tried to stay #sportychic with my blazer suit 🙃 ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ Patterns: @greenstyle_patterns Tavi Shorts @fridaypatterncompany Heather Blazer Fabric: Rainbow Windowpane Stretch Cotton Sateen from @moodfabrics for the main Hypnotic Rayon Challis from @the.styled.magnolia for the lining ⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀⠀ #sewist #TheStyledMagnolia #MoodFabrics #HeatherBlazer #GSTaviShort #thisAccountIsOnlyForMyMakesAndCats #MikeStillDoesntFollowMe

On a roll with sewing outerwear... after putting off attempting a jacket for ages, I've now followed the bomber with a blazer! 💖 This is the @fridaypatterncompany Heather Blazer. I really like the oversized, relaxed boxy style which makes it easy to fit and of course the big pockets. It was also my first Friday Pattern Co make and the instructions were super clear and helpful 👌🏻 The button is the one luxury purchase I allowed myself at the Liberty haberdashery recently! 🤑 There are bits that I wish were neater, but the overall effect is pretty much what I was hoping for and it'll serve me well for summer weddings (if the temperatures ever drop enough to need a jacket....) ☀️ It needs another press but it's just too darn hot for that today 🥵 Pattern: @fridaypatterncompany #HeatherBlazer Fabric: linen-look suiting fabric from @fabriclanduk Lining: @cheapfabrics.co.uk Button: @libertylondon #heatherblazer #fridaypatterncompany #sewingouterwear #sewistsofinstagram #instasew #memadewardrobe #blazer #imadethis #ithaspockets

My favourite suit combo so far - and this is my second matching suit with #tatjanatrousers and #heatherblazer. Fabric used is a soft wool viscose mix suiting, which is very comfy! . Pants Pattern: Tatjana trousers from @just_patterns Modifications: I made the waist a bit wider than the size that fit my hip, since my body is apple shaped. I did this in the side seam mainly, and just a tiny bit in the front pleats. . Blazer Pattern: Heather blazer from @fridaypatterncompany Modifications: I’ve straightened the curve of the upper back to fit my body better, and reduced the side seam a little.

I am travelling with work and packed my #memades so decided if was a good change to post some makes that have yet to hit the grid. Thus is the #heatherblazer by @fridaypatterncompany in linen from @wearethefabricstore and lining thrifted silk from @achievesewingbasket I made this about a year ago but hadn’t go around to the button or button hole. I wore it unfinished a few times (does anyone else do this?) got it dirty - had to wash it and the interfacing a bubbled in the wash. Have finally got around to fixing it! Lesson learned to not buy cheap interfacing. #sewover50june2025 #sydneysews #sewingismysuperpower

#memademay2025 day twenty-eight: my favourite #heatherblazer by @fridaypatterncompany, #craftstudiotee by @matchymatchysewingclub in a heavy linen andRTW jeans ❤️ Today’s sewing time was spent cutting out patterns ✂️ #memademay2025 #sewistsofinstagram #sewingismytherapy #sewover40

Doh! I made a wearable toile of the #heatherblazer for @hazzle.frazzle and delivered it to her in person in Amsterdam. Completely forgot to take a photo and the only one I have of the jacket nearly complete is from last week when I was asking her to choose the button. The orange linen fabric has been in my stash for at least three years but came from @rainbowfabrickilburn as did the caramel coloured cupro lining. Since she’s a Dutch resident this will come in handy if #koningsdag or King’s day is chilly and since this happens in late April there’s a fairly high chance. Definitely qualifies for #magammovingmay hosted by @macusewinglove @suestoney & @sewing_in_spain and also #2fromstashamonth hosted by @septemberfaden & @salixsews

So first post from last night is the me-mades! (I'll put lovely food in the next post) Very apt for the start of the new series of the Sewing Bee 🐝 Three out of the four of us in me-made! First up, I'm in a @paper_theory #zadiejumpsuit in @fabricgodmother coral sea linen blend very suitable for a seafood dinner. The blazer is the @fridaypatterncompany #heatherblazer in a gorgeous buttery cream linen from @bawntextiles Heather is in the @byhandlondon #kimdress - actually a wearable toile of her prom dress. And the big yin is in a @threadtheory #fairfieldshirt in Sevenberry cotton. We all felt suitably glam for my birthday dinner at @ricksteinrestaurants The Seafoood Restaurant in Padstow

Outfit reveal for our friends wedding in San Francisco over last weekend! Night one: I made @aliabickson a #heatherblazer from @fridaypatterncompany in linen our neighbour found at the thrift store I wore the #eddycardiganblazer and #flaneurpants from @fridaypatterncompany in linen found at @oursocialfabric I added welted pockets to the blazer instead of appliqué since the printed pattern on the fabric was too precious to cover up. Night two: I’ve been making the #archershirt from @grainlinestudio many times because the fit is so good! Make this one our of cotton stretch from @oursocialfabric. I used a matching silky satin fabric also from our social fabric to make the #tiedress from @yoursara_k This was so fun!

#makenine2025 update I’m not sure how we’re halfway through the year already, but here we are! Time for a little progress report on my #makenine: 1. My @sewhouse7 #toastersweater2 is done, but the neckline didn’t quite work for me - no fault of the pattern; I think I should have just sized up. I ended up modifying the neckline and am much happier now. 2. @fibremood #fibremoodbetty - I had a sturdy blue denim version planned, but the fabric I got was very lightweight. It’s still going to get lots of wear, but not too sure about the sturdiness.. 3. The plan was to make a #fibremoodtilly, but then @lotteundludwig released the #papillonebook which I fell in love with instantly, so I made that one (or three) instead. 4. I love a great basic wardrobe staple, and that’s exactly what this @tillybuttons #sewingbobbi skirt is. Simple and versatile and something I know I’ll reach for often. 5. @tillybuttons #sewingbillie was my first make this year I think, using this fab fabric from @rasmussons_shop. 6. The @fridaypatterncompany #heatherblazer is still on my list, I just have to work up the courage to tackle this one! 7. I batch cut two @rabaukowitsch #frolleinkluntje trousers last month. I shared one of them but still need to show you the brushed twill version! 8. @rabaukowitsch #ilsebill - I’m considering a co-ord set (top + skirt) instead of a dress after realizing during #MeMadeMay that I reach for separates more. Or maybe even some lightweight trousers? Still deciding… 9. I’ve been collecting denim scraps and remnants for a @fridaypatterncompany #pogonippullover and I think I have enough to get started on this! #sewingplans #makenine #handmadewardrobe #imakemyclothes

Rocked my #heatherblazer to work today, this gorgeous brushed cotton makes a great layer for these fresh mornings. The #atelierbrunette label is the icing on the cake. Pattern: #heatherblazer @fridaypatterncompany Material: Brushed cotton from @julianlopeztelas #heatherblazer #fridaypatterncompany #memademay #seamstress #memade #cosomiropa #cosermola #diyootd #imakemyclothes #slowfashion #diyfashion

#memademayday25 This is my lovely #heatherblazer! I made it from a thrifted curtain and it is more of a coat than a light blazer, but I love it! Sweater is a #flaxsweater (which I highly recommend) from some acrylic yarn (which I do not recommend). Trousers are #utchandlerpants (ofcourse 💃) in some thin brown cotton (which I love but do not recommend, it wears down too quickly). Bag is a #crosstowncrescentbag from recycled jeans. Have a nice Sunday! ❤️ #memademay2025 #mmmay #memademayplus

How good is this bold matching moment from @_busylizzie! 💜 Liz used our Stretch Wool Blend Twill in Berry to sew up a pair of the #S8842 pants from @simplicitymccallsaustralia and matching #HeatherBlazer @fridaypatterncompany. We just love this bold statement set! ⁠ ⁠ You can currently find the Stretch Wool Blend Twill - Berry at 40% off as part of our winter sale! 📣⁠ ⁠ #TheFabricStore #DeadstockFabric #Sewing #FabricSale

When I saw this bow drill on the @spotlightstores website last week that was it, it needed to be a suit! Pulled out my trusty #heatherblazer and #kitepants patterns and whipped this up. Is it over the top? Yes. Does it look like pjs? Maybe. But for a $50ish dollar cheeky suit I’m in love 🎀

I can finally share my @fridaypatterncompany #heatherblazer which I made in collaboration with Becky from @notes_from_the_sewing_room This was a bit of a labour of love as I had to make adjustments to all 9 pattern pieces, which included the main fabric & the lining. This is because I am petite at only 4’ 11” and the blazer would have been too long for me I made a size medium. I used a gorgeous stretch denim from @fabricgodmother called “Wyld” and I added a beautiful black sandwashed satin from @sewmesunshine.uk for the lining The label on the outside was from @little.rosy.cheeks and the label inside is from @cosyclubhandmade I finished this jacket back in April & have already worn it a few times. I’m so pleased with it 🥰 #petitesewing #petitesewist #shortsewists #sewistsofinstagram #sewing #imadethis #styleover50 #handmadebyme #memade #indiesewingpatterns #thanksimadeit #SewOver50 #SewOver50Jun #dressmaking #sewingcommunity#imakemyownclothes #youtubersofinstagram #sewingisforeveryone #fortheloveofsewing #sewingismysuperpower

Something really fun about wearing the outfit you made out of fabric from @moodfabrics to Mood Fabrics! Also proof I do use the good fabric sometimes. Thanks to @bugs_excellent_adventure for the photo! End of #memademaybutmakeitweird Outfit: #heatherblazer @fridaypatterncompany and #chandlerpants

Happy New Make day!!! Say hello to the most adorable scrap busting project: the clever Soleil Hat (#bbsoleilhat), by my ever favourite @buckandbloompatterns! I have made several Buck and Bloom Patterns’ garments for the boys and unfailingly the patterns are beautiful, super comfy to wear and explore the world in, and quick and satisfying to put together. The Soleil Hat can be personalised in so many ways: four brims (this is “classic”, there are “mini”, “full”, and “extra wide wrap around” options too), eight animal add-ons (or no the animal option, I guess, but why would one go for that?!?!), optional neck protection! The sizing is also expansive: 0-6 months all the way to teen/adult size! The instructions are clear and simple to follow and produce a fully lined cap that’s ready for explorers who want to go out and see the world! My favourite part of this project has been that I got to plan it together with The Toddler: I showed him the beautifully illustrated instructions PDF and asked him what options he liked: he asked for dino spikes (no surprise there!) and neck protection (surprise there, but then again is a ghostly white child with a hatred for sun cream and a mother paranoid about sun damage, so he’s being clever there!). Alas the toddler heart is fickle and just before leaving the house to go to nursery, The Toddler decided he didn’t need a hat and this one was “too scary” anyway. There is no pleasing them! Other favourite aspect: this is part one of a matching hat triad! Soon me, The Toddler, and The Baby will all have Buck and Bloom hats in this pretty stripy denim: similar but not same-same! Keep your eyes peeled to see more!!! Pattern: Soleil Hat, Buck and Bloom Patterns - size 1-3 years Fabric: - Stripy denim is from @jennystitchesfabric - I got it ages ago for my gorgeous #heatherblazer - Craft cottons are from fat quarters I bought in @hobbycrafthq because I can never resist colourful fat quarters!!! #memade #sewnbymummy #bbsewingpatterns

Me Made May 23: Monochrome! 💙🩵 Today I'm wearing my navy Audrey Cigarette pants with my floral Heather blazer, and my blue Caras of course! Blazer pattern @fridaypatterncompany Pants pattern @gertie18 #sewing #handmadeoutfit #memade #ithaspockets #memademay2025 #charmspatterns #GertiesPatreon #outfitoftheday #handmade #sewist #jecouds #imadethis #HeatherBlazer #audreycigarettepants #vog_caras #mmm2025

☀️Hot Sewists Summer 🪡 Annual trip to DC to go to @threelittlebirds.sewingco adult camp with my sister! In three days I made a matching co-ord set using the @cashmerette Thorndike Top and @closetcorepatterns Pietra Pants patterns, and a whole blazer! (@fridaypatterncompany Heather Blazer) On day three I was ready to throw the blazer in the trash because I kept messing up, but Ifinished it with five minutes to spare, and I think it’s now my favourite thing I’ve ever made. Please don’t judge me as an outfit repeater when I wear it every day. ( Hannah made pants, shorts, a dress, and a whole blazer, and did not attempt to throw anything in the trash.) #pietrapantspattern #thorndiketank #heatherblazer

🧵🪡homemade outfit🪡🧵 BLAZER- Friday Pattern Company, Heather Blazer TOP- Simplicity, S9114 TROUSERS- Closet Core, Mitchell Trouser @fridaypatterncompany @simplicitymccallsuk @closetcorepatterns #fridaypatterncompany #heatherblazer #fridaypatterncompanyheatherblazer #closetcore #mitchelltrousers #closetcoremitchell #s9114 #simplicity9114 #mimigstyle #homemadewardrobe #memade #britishsewingbee #homemadeoutfit #creationswithjo

I liked the wool/cotton suiting fabric that I used for my #heatherblazer and #mnharper shorts so much that I got more before it sold out. The #closetcorepietra pants are always such a pleasure to sew. I think there’s just something oddly satisfying about seeing seemingly random notches on multiple pieces come together in perfect alignment. It’s like solving a puzzle. Oh, and I have a small bit of fabric left from the Pietra pants, so this only means I’m making one more piece from the same fabric 💃🏾. Coming soon!

After a few years in my stash I finally used the linen from Guthrie & Ghani to make my Friday Pattern Company Heather blazer. Fully lined and great to wear. #guthrieandghani #fridaypatterncompany #heatherblazer#sewover50 #sew25in25 #stashhub

This project was a real test of patience & proof that cutting out when tired is always a bad idea. I’ve made the Heather blazer before and it fits nicely, so I naively cut out my fabric using the pattern I had on hand. It wasn’t until I’d mostly sewn it up that I realised I must have printed & cut the pattern twice. The version I used was 2 sizes too big and had none of the adjustments I needed. I’ve managed to make it more wearable by adding shoulder pads and cropping 4 inches off the length, but I still feel like I’m wearing my dad’s jacket. Fabrics: Tweed polyester/wool blend, lined with a viscose twill. Both from Guthrie & Ghani Pattern: Heather Blazer by Friday Pattern Company #heatherblazer

#memademaybutmakeitweird capping it off with a post on the grid. I was not good about consistent documenting and I did no sewing this month. I did open and close a play. Thanks to @sewaliche for all the prompts, this was so fun. Patterns included: #heatherblazer #lucilletrousers and a bunch more

#memademay day 26✨ So this #heatherblazer is gonna be a wardrobe staple for sure🌸 also wearing #bateautop #fridaypatterncompany #memademay2025 #sewing #memademay2025day25 #sysysy #sewingcommunity

Inspired by my lovely friend @sophiehannah I thought I’d throw it back and take a look at some sewing projects I’ve made over the past 5 years! I have so many makes I would love to share so lemme know if you’d like a part 2! 🤭 Swipe across to see the makes! 1. @fridaypatterncompany #butanobuttonup 2. @tillybuttons Indigo Dress 3. @deer_and_doe_patterns Myosotis Dress 4. @simplicitymccallsuk top and trousers 5. Indigo dress hack 6. Eden raincoat 7. Friday #HeatherBlazer 8. #WilderGown 9. #SagebrushTop dress hack 10. #IlfordJacket 11. Another #heatherblazer 12. Sagebrush top and #saguaroset 13. Ilford and saguaro coord 14. Another Saguaro set haha 15. #davenportdress 16. Little liberty birthday dress for Willow 17. Tilly buttons Lyra Dress 18. #wildergown 19. Quilted ilford jacket 20. #donnyshirt dress #sewistsofig #sewingpatterns

My employers have owned my workplace for 20 years, and of course I had to make myself a whole new outfit for the celebration dinner! 🪡 This is the #leabiasdress by @soften_studio in the comfiest rayon blend from @spotlightstores. I bought this pattern months ago but was daunted by the bias part of it, although I really didn’t need to worry as the instructions were super clear and this was a quick and easy sew!! I paired it with my fourth version of the @fridaypatterncompany #heatherblazer in a linen blend also from Spotlight. I started sewing the blazer at 7.30pm the night before the event, and finished with only an hour to spare! I decided to shorten this version by 16cm which was a super easy adjustment to the pattern. Will I make a fifth Heather Blazer in the future? Probably. Will I make a second Lea Bias Dress? Definitely!!!!!

Recently I was at The Fabric Store and they were having their 50% off sale. I wasn’t intending on buying anything, but this wool blend berry suiting fabric called to me and I couldn’t resist. I really love this colour and immediately envisaged a fun suit. The pants are Simplicity 8842, one of their amazing fit patterns. With a little downsizing I’m super happy with the fit of these. The pattern is fairly generous even when using suggested measurements. They have some great details like a proper fly, the pockets are faced and there’s a faux welt pocket on the rear. The blazer is the Heather Blazer, sized down from last time I made it as I’m a bit smaller these days. This is my new favourite winter wardrobe colour, I particularly love it with khaki. I’ve already worn the pants several times both with and without the blazer. Patterns - #heatherblazer @fridaypatterncompany #s8842 @simplicitymccallsaustralia Fabric - wool blend twill @wearethefabricstore #imakemyownclothes #curvymakes #memadewardrobe #curvysewing #brisbanesews #jukisewing #memadeeveryday @jukidomesticau #sewover50 #dopaminesewing

New linen #blazer + retro #playsuit combo. I’ve had this outfit in mind for a while and finally got to make it in between client projects. It started with the #Butterick #B6939 playsuit #sewingpattern, with a few tweaks for fit and style. The blazer is the #HeatherBlazer from @fridaypatterncompany with subtle details added to the sleeves. So happy with how this came together. One of my students wants to make the full playsuit, so I’ll get to make another while showing her the process. Always love when teaching overlaps with projects that I want to make for myself! 😊 #memade #diyfashion #handmadewardrobe #sewistsofinstagram #retrostyle #slowfashion #sewingproject #retrofashion #linenfashion

So #memademay is over✨ If I have to pick a favorite outfit it would definitely be this one that I had on my friends wedding🌸🥰 #bymasin #patternsbymasin #fridaypatterncompany #sicilyslipdress #heatherblazer #sewing #sewingcommunity #selfmadecreators

Snygga detaljer på min Heather! Jag blir så glad av färg! Och är verkligen Proud as punch! #dunderskruttet #dunderskruttetsyr #heatherblazer

#memademay2025 - Day 22 - skipped a few days of posting because who really needs to see the same outfits on repeat?! 😂 today I’ve got my @fridaypatterncompany #heatherblazer and heron culottes on - I’m glad this combo works because I love both of these! #memademay #imadethis #handmadewardrobe #sewist #sewistofinstagram