My Top Nine according to your likes and my Favourite Nine according to comfort and fitting my life style. My Top Nine 1. @simplicitymccallsaustralia #M8035 2. @byhandlondon #hannadress 3.@truebias #roscoeblouse 4. @stylearc #loganshacket 5.@fridaypatterncompany #donnyshirt 6.@wavesandwild #hotcoffeesweater 7. @patternemporium_kate #allineasyfitshirt 8. @patternemporium_kate #smittenjacket 9. @fridaypatterncompany #butanobuttonup My Fav Nine 1. @patternemporium_kate #allineasyfitshirt 2. @simplicitymccallsaustralia #m8035 3. @fridaypatterncompany #butanobuttonup 4 @deerdarlingdolls #minibear 5 @truebias #ogdencami 6. @patternemporium_kate #bestiestee 7. @truebias #roscoeblouse 8. @byhandlondon #plantaintee 9. @sewhouse7 #toastersweater2 Not quite as much sewing this year but still plenty of successful makes. #bestnine2024 #topnine2024 #create_something_pretty #sewingcommunity #sewover40 #ilovesewing #sewingallthethings #sewmybloodystash #sewist #sewingclothes

A classic shirt never goes out of style, and there are some great ones on our hashtag right now! Here are just a few ~ keep an eye on our stories for more 🤗 We would love to see yours, so make sure to tag #SewOver50 AND #SewOver50October24 so we can see and share your wonderful work 😊 1. Anna @Sew.Spanner ‘s #ButanoButtonUp from the @FridayPatternCompany was made with a lovely Liberty poplin. 2. Sheila @SheilaLovesFabric used an ivory lace panel from Tessuti fabrics to make this exquisite #SAArchieWovenShirt 3. Judy @JudyHenwood1956 created a beautiful shirt for her partner using #Burda7525 4. Donna @O2BBellaDonna ‘s stripe play combined with the #BLPLeoShirt pattern made for a striking shirt 5. Jane @Jane_Stani also used stripes to great effect with the #FibreMoodOdyna shirt pattern 6. Jen @JenLegg_TeesCreatives made her LeggyLad a lovely linen #FairFieldButtonUp by @ThreadTheoryDesigns 7. Sam @Frugalisama ‘s classic white cotton shirt features some fabulous pockets. 8. Fiona @SewingByOsmosis created a perfect shirt for the season using the #GilbertShirt pattern by @Helens__Closet and adorable @DashwoodStudio fabric 9. Amanda @Amanda._Sews created a holiday worthy shirt using #McCalls6044 10. Sue @Modelled_By_Madge used lace with #SAClaytonWovenShirtPack for this lovely shirt Do you have a favorite shirt pattern? Let us know in the comments! SMF🌸 #SO50Shirts #SewOver50 #SewOverAgeism #SewInclusive #SewingCommunity #So50Visible #DontTellMeWhatToWear #WearWhatIWant #WearWhatYouLove #IWearWhatIWant #StyleAtAnyAge

#MeMadeMay weekly round up! 1) gingham Saturday skirt (again!) @fridaypatterncompany @moodfabrics 2) #v1821 honestly - don’t love this pattern! this is a sleeveless version with a slub linen from @joann_stores 3) #patinablouse hacked into a button front dress - fabric from @fabric.joint 4) my #butanobuttonup with @matchymatchysewingclub linen again + #shoppants with chino twill from @fabricwholesaledirect 5) self drafted quilt jacket - quilt from eBay

Me Made May 2025 Recap 🫶🏻 I did my best at participating in #memademay this year by posting outfits and also some knitting WIPS and FOs. This year was my first year really getting to combine my sewn and knit #memade wardrobe which was super cool. I have noticed I realllllly love my Lane Pants and I love a vest for layering. 😅🫶🏻 I found myself wishing I had more wide leg pants options and more vest options! What’s in each photo: 1. Collage of all the days I participated in May 🧵🧶. 2. #dusSourCherry @doubleugly.studio with #lanepants @hisydgraham and the iconic bolo everyone loved that was made by @worth_a_wink 3. #matchajumper @vertknit with #tateromper @smallmuseum_ worn with a confetti kerchief made by @margaretjanedesign 4. #snowtoppattern dress view @julesmsmit 5. #agkhyacinthtop WIP pic @andrea.gaughan.knits 6. #butanobuttonup @fridaypatterncompany layered with #bloombobbleslipover @mipithelabel and #pomonapants Anna Allen Clothing. 7. #rthorizonhoodie @roadtrippatternco with #arthurpants @sewliberated x @specksandkeepings 8. #lbpullover @paper_theory with another pair of Lane Pants 9. #rollupknitdownjumper @laurenastondesigns with #lmcedarpants @leila.makes 10. Basic stripey sock WIP pic 11. #Donnyshirt dress hack long sleeve @fridaypatterncompany 12. #GrainlinePoppy dress @grainlinestudio 13. #basketweavecardigan @_studioklara with Lane Pants again 👀 14. Another LB Pullover & the #kitepants @matchymatchysewingclub 15. Basketweave Cardigan Flat Lay photo when I completed it this month 😍. 16. My completed Hyacinth Top which I also completed this month (pattern launches next week!) worn with Lane Pants which surprises no one. 17. Horizon Hoodie again with #MRJigsawPants @marliesreukers 18. #homesteadsweater @meganfaithmakes with #apronpocketpants @matchymatchysewingclub 19. Bloom Bobble Slipover again this time with #archerworkpants by Matchy Matchy again! 20. #SardineSweater @sweater.weather.ceramics WIP pic while it’s in testing! I tried to feature most of my ootds #shownseated in this recap because most people don’t show outfits that way. As a disabled person with limited mobility, I am seated all the time and it’s important to me.

Couldn’t help but share another fruity roundup 🍍 because fruity fabrics are just my fave 🥳🍓🧡 full details of these makes on the previous posts but in a nutshell 🫶🏻 🍊 @fabricgodmother #fgpeony in Borgo De Nor cotton sateen deadstock from @rainbowfabrickilburn 🪡 🍒 @fridaypatterncompany #butanobuttonup in @fabricgodmother tumbled linen 🧵 🍋 @paper_theory #zadiedress in @rainbowfabrickilburn ✂️ 🍇 @fabricgodmother #fgfleur in @fabricgodmother linen viscose🍷 🍒 @fridaypatterncompany #davenportdress in @rainbowfabrickilburn nobody’s child deadstock viscose ✂️ 🍓 @fridaypatterncompany #davenportdress in @rainbowfabrickilburn nobody’s child deadstock challis ft baby boy as bump 🥹💙 I’m loving seeing everyone’s fabric sneak peaks getting ready for #sewfruity25 hosted by Yvette @blossomsandwich 🫐🍎🥥 #sewing #millenialsewing #memade #memadewardrobe #handmade #homemadeclothes #fabricgodmotherfabric #fabricgodmother #rainbowfabrics #rainbowfabricskilburn

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

Farmercore 👩🏻‍🌾 #isew #fridaypatterncompany #butanobuttonup #rileyoveralls #truebias

Time for #MyMakesForTheMonthJanuary2025 1. #JacksonTee - @helens__closet 2. #NelsonPants - Helen's Closet 3. #ButanoButtonUp - @fridaypatterncompany Thanks to Lou @sewmuchtodesign for the #MonthlySewingChallenge and thanks to the generous sponsors for their support. I won the Butano shirt pattern a few months ago in this challenge. #SewOver50 #SewOver50Jan #MyMakesJan25 #SewingCommunity #VancouverSews #ISewMyOwnClothes #HandmadeWardrobe

Check out our curated outfits of easy breezy sewing patterns that prioritize comfort whilst also looking cute! ⁠ ⁠ 1. The #IlfordJacket in printed linen from @stonemountainfabric and the #SaguaroSet in green cotton poplin from @fabricsgalorelondon⁠ ⁠ 2. #WilderGown in ecovero viscose and the #ButanoButtonUp in washed linen, both fabrics from Fabrics Galore ⁠ ⁠ 3. #SquareNeckTop in an eyelet embroidered cotton from @heysewsister.co.uk and the #SaturdaySkirtSet skirt in red gingham cotton from @rainbowfabrickilburn ⁠ ⁠ #MeMadeOutfits #SewingPatterns #IndiePatterns #FridayPatternCompany

🥬🧄🥬🧄🥬 fruity sewing projects have been all the rage, but what about vegetables?? 💚 this leek shirt has been living in my head for over a year and I’m so happy I finally had time to bring it to life! 💙 perfect for summer and 100% humidity like today and a (mostly) easy project. I wish I paid more attention to the pattern placement on the front pieces but the back really shows all of the glorious leekyness! pattern: #butanobuttonup by @fridaypatterncompany fabric: “Breath of Allium” linen from @corefabrics location: botanical gardens, obviously #summersewing #fridaypatterncompany #corefabrics

presenting my new daily top - the #butanobuttonup 🤪 made in @blackbirdfabrics checked linen, an absolute dream (and despite my worries, the staystitching worked a dream around collar/arm holes). made a straight size S - only mods were to shorten so it hits hip height on me, and to add bias binding to the sleeve seams / french seams to the sides because I love a clean finish 🤭🤭

🩷❤️🩷 I started this on a whim a day or 2 before flying, all I’d had left to do was buttons but nothing in my stash was suitable. Unfortunately it didn’t make it into my suitcase and sat waiting for my return and new buttons. Finished my top when I got home, I found the right buttons at spotlight and well today got a chance to wear it. 🧵The Details🧵 🪡 Pattern - @fridaypatterncompany #butanobuttonup 🪡 Fabric - @mollymollyfabric #sewhappy #sewsewsew #sewcialite #fortheloveofsewing #seamstress #imadethis #isewmyownclothes #millennialsewing #sewista #curvysewing #sewcurvy #brisbanesews #sewmuchfun #makersgonnamake #pinsandtonicsews

Cherry overshirt 🍒 this is my most recent project, what I’m wearing for the final day of #MeMadeMay2025 and entry to #SewSkinSummer25 hosted by the lovely Lucy @the_sewing_gardener during Melanoma & Skin Cancer Awareness Month ☀️ a cause very close to my heart ❤️ 🍒 I used the @fridaypatterncompany #butanobuttonup pattern ✨ no mods were made but I sized up for an oversized look ✂️ 🍒 the fabric is a white cherry print tumbled linen from @fabricgodmother 🙌🏼 I’ve loved working with this one, it has a lovely slub and the cherry print is super cute 🪡🧵🤍 #sewing #millenialsewing #memade #memadewardrobe #handmade #homemadeclothes #fabricgodmotherfabric #fabricgodmother #fridaypatterncompany #butanobuttonup #FPCMeMadeMay #MeMadeMay2025

Day 22 #memademay2025 Almost forgot to post my #ootd #butanobuttonup @fridaypatterncompany One of my finest made shirts to date!

For those who asked I’ve made a short Vlog about the sleeve hack I made to the #butanobuttonup to achieve the inspirational pic. I also need your input with this one to help me prioritise last minute holiday wardrobe makes. (You all know I need more 😂) #JenleggSews #YouTube #SewOver50May25 #So50Visable #SRTL #StripedShirt

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

Easy breezy patterns to sew in the heat! 🔥☀️⁠ ⁠ 1. #SaguaroSet ⁠ 2. #WrenWrapDress⁠ 3. #HughesDress⁠ 4. #WilderGown⁠ 5. #ButanoButtonUp⁠ 6. #TwinLakesTwoPiece⁠ 7. #SaltwaterSlip ⁠ 9. #JiaSurfsuit⁠ ⁠ ⁠ Pattern sizes: XS/0 - 7X/32 (32”/81cm -60”/152cm chest). ⁠ ⁠ #FridayPatternCompany #SewingPatterns #IndiePatterns

Make the wearable toiles! 💕 Whenever I have a new pattern to try out I take a trip to @material_happiness to find the perfect fabric. Reuse stores are such a great place to find affordable supplies for new patterns and play with fabrics you might not otherwise buy. When I found this floral I knew I needed to go for a Damson Madder vibe (still obsessed) and it came out so good! It’s giving “grandma’s couch” in the best way. I also picked up the buttons from @remainders_creative_reuse in LA making this a fully thrifted make. Top pattern: #butanobuttonup by @fridaypatterncompany Pants pattern: the #wrenpant by @studiominapop

This button up has a coordinating neckerchief! Fabric: block print from @blackbirdfabrics Pattern: The Butano Button Up from @fridaypatterncompany #ButanoButtonUp

🍋 Butano Button Up 🍅 This fabric is called "Meze" and is from the Dolce Vita collection by @fabricgodmother I'm pinching myself that I get to be a fabric ambassador for them! I love the entire collection but couldn't go past this cute food one. I've been on a roll with shirt making at the moment, and I chose the @fridaypatterncompany Butano Button Up to showcase this fabric. I LOVE the neck tie detail. The fabric is a viscose+linen blend and sewed up really nicely. Also, it was packed in my suitcase for our Japan trip and it didn't wrinkle nearly as much as my full linen clothes! 🧵 Fabric: @fabricgodmother "Meze" viscose linen 🪡 Pattern: #butanobuttonup *both fabric and pattern gifted. 📝 Mods: sewed straight size XL which corresponds with my bust measurement. Only modification was shortening the sleeves 3 inches and putting 2 buttons on the cuffs rather than 1. #fabricgodmother #fabricgodmotherambassador #fridaypatterncompany #sewcialist #imakemyownclothes #sewallthethings #sewistsofinstagram #sustainablefashion #brisbanesews #memadeoutfit #modernsewing #memade #handmadeoutfit #handmade #diyootd #makersgonnamake

Wanted to get at least one #memademay share in! Yesterday’s fully me made fit with my recently finished, extremely neon Butano shirt. I made it a little too small but too fun not to wear. Feeling very proud of the good, slow sewing I did to get nice contrast with the yellow topstitching and generally to do a nice job on all the details. Definitely my most successful more technical make. (The wash away marker doesn’t seem to want to wash away but I don’t think anyone will notice.) — Top: @fridaypatterncompany #butanobuttonup squeezed from a very synthetic water resistant thrifted remnant from @remainders_creative_reuse // mods: cropped it ~4-5”, shortened sleeves 2”, size XS grading to S at the hips Tee: @closetcorepatterns #coretee, fabric from @hacer_santafe Pants: @allwellworkshop #allwellstudiopants in cotton linen blend from @fancytigercrafts 😢 // mods: made as a wearable toile, no pockets, tapered the legs

#memademay2025 Day 17 is my first #butanobuttonup that I made last summer by @fridaypatterncompany in cotton voile. I planned this as a beach cover up, but voile sticks to wet skin so it was impractical. This is a straight M with French seams, three buttons, and a bias bound hem. I love this shirt and the cute cacti, but sewing with this lightweight fabric was tough and I had to put this project down a lot. I'm obsessed with the neckerchief, it's really the coolest little detail. I hope to make one with short sleeves for summer. #fpcmemademay #fridaypatterncompany #memademay

Butano Button Up 2.0 👔 As if one blue and white stripe shirt weren’t enough, I’ve made another one! This pattern is such a staple and is a perfect layer for summer evenings. This was a much faster make than my first one - in particular I noticed that I felt more confident on the collar and sleeve cuff construction, which felt very satisfying! If you look closely you’ll spot that I didn’t quite manage to get buttons on before leaving for hols, but hey, a gal can’t do it all 😂 tbh though, I wear the shirt quite loose fitting and I’m not sure how often I’d ever actually use the buttons, so maybe I’ll just leave it as is and not kid myself that adding buttons will ever make it to the top of my to do pile 🙈 The deets 🪡 pattern is @fridaypatterncompany #butanobuttonup 🪡 fabric is a cotton seersucker from @heysewsister.co.uk 🪡 labels are @kylieandthemachine from the 2024 advent calendar #memade #imakemyownclothes #slowfashion #sewsewsew #fridaypatterncompany #sewing #katm #labelsbykatm #heysewsister #heysewsisterfabric #heysewsiblings

This is the coord of dreams! I made this over a month ago and it’s been so hard not sharing because I love it so much. This is the Bahama viscose and linen from @fabricgodmother and is part of their Desert Island collection. The print is everything - I love big bold fabrics and this leaf print is reminiscent of some of my favourite designers. The fabric has a lovely weight but isn’t too heavy and the mix of fibres means it doesn’t crease too much. I knew I wanted to make something relaxed and chic that could be worn on holiday or out to lunch. I’ve seen a lot of shirt/trousers coords recently and wanted to make a cool set. I chose to use two patterns from @fridaypatterncompany. The first is my trusty Saguaro pants - I’ve made so many of these and never get tired of them. I decided to pair them with the Butano button up. It was my first time making the Butano - I didn’t toile it as I was confident that the fit would be right. I did shorten the length by a few inches but that was my only modification. I love the details on this shirt - the little loop on the back elevates it perfectly. Both patterns sewed up beautifully and I LOVE the result! I was given the fabric as part of the @fabricgodmother ambassador programme and I’ll also be paid for this post. I already owned the Saguro pattern but was given the Butano pattern by @fridaypatterncompany a while ago (with no obligation to post). #fabricgodmother #fgambassador #fridaypatterncompany #saguaroset #butanobuttonup #summersewing #summercoord #plussizesewingpattern #sewinginfluencer #curvycovensews #plussizefashionblogger

🍋 Butano Button Up 🍅 Just a little zoom in one some of the details of this shirt. The neck tie, obviously, but I don't often wear shirts buttoned right to the top so time will tell whether I wear it more like this or more as a hair bow. Also, the reason I'm obsessed with shirt making: the cuffs. I did a very tidy job on the sleeve vent and the cuffs if I do say so myself 💁🏻‍♀️ 🧵 Fabric: @fabricgodmother "Meze" viscose linen 🪡 Pattern: @fridaypatterncompany #butanobuttonup *both fabric and pattern gifted. #sewcialist #imakemyownclothes #sewallthethings #sewistsofinstagram #sustainablefashion #brisbanesews #memadeoutfit #modernsewing #memade #handmadeoutfit #handmade #diyootd #makersgonnamake #fabricgodmother #fabricgodmotherambassador #fridaypatterncompany

Pouring rain, so inside pic! #memademay2024 Wearing my #butanobuttonup in denim shirting and #mmmiller in wool, plus the ever present #freerangeslacks in a jegging knit. #sewhouseseven #merchantandmills #memademayfat #memadeeveryday #sewover50 #sewover50may #sewover60

#MeMadeMay week 2! 1) #butanobuttonup + #archerpants in @matchymatchysewingclub stripe linen 2) self drafted dress in a viscose satin from Mood 3) self drafted dress in an organza from @fabric.joint 4) #bernadetteskirt in a twill from @fabricwholesaledirect 5) #saturdayskirtset skirt in a gingham from Mood 6) self drafted quilt jacket

One of my sewing resolutions of 2025 was to keep track of how long each garment I create takes 🫶🏻 I’ve loved keeping a track of this to see which are quick makes and which ones take me a little longer! Of course we all sew at our own pace and for me the pace I’m working at is very dependent on the day and project 😅🤣 these are some of my fave warm weather sewing projects from this year and how long they took (including all prep & cutting out) ✌🏼 Do you keep track of your project timescales or wing it? 🪡✂️ #learntosew #sewing #isewmyclothes #sewingmyclothes #sewingmachine #fridaypatterncompany #fabricgodmother #rainbowfabrics #rainbowfabricskilburn #abakhanmakes #papertheoryzadie #fgfleur #lanepants #butanobuttonup

The perfect holiday poolside cover-up! #butanobuttonup @fridaypatterncompany Fabric is @alexanderhenryfabrics The Harbor #summersewing #imakemyownclothes #holidayshirt #fridaypatterncompany #alexanderhenryfabrics #memade #sewover50

I have ZERO inspiration for summer sewing currently… I think it’s a mixture of too much fabric choice, not enough wardrobe space for new garments and wanting to enjoy my me mades from last summer without adding more options! Saying that, I am currently working away on a couple of bags, messing about altering some patterns I already have and probably/maybe/definitely making my 5th coe trouser 😂😍 all to come…! 🧵 For now, I give you last years co-ord (that I’ve only just got round to photographing)! Heavily inspired by a lady at the airport last summer donning a a very similar style! 🧵 Whilst I am still not overly loving the trousers, I do love the shirt and have worn this lots with other items! The trousers are the @makebytfs Sparrow Pant. Whilst they are a satisfying sew, they do feel like quite a wide baggy leg for me and I had to mess around with the inseam and rise to get them to fit better but I’m still not overly sold, looks like some more playing for next time! 🧵 The shirt is the @fridaypatterncompany Butano button up, which I brought not long after making the Jenna shirt, and whilst they are both very similar there are some little details that differ nicely! I used the short sleeve version and cropped the shirt, maybe a little too much as it does stick out a little but that’s maybe due to the fabric too! (Probably should have ironed the back before wearing 😂) Fabric: Black Linen Feel 100% Cotton @poundfabrics #blackcoord #coordset #summersewing #sewingproject #tfssparrowpant #butanobuttonup #croppedshirt #black #baggytrousers #sewingaddict #sewersgonnasew #sewistsofinstagram #sewsewsew #summercoord #springcoord #airportoutfit #matchingset #cottonset #cottonlinen

I’m reflecting on #MeMadeMay2025 and am happy I was able to stick to my pledge of wearing a me made garment every day of the month 🙌🏼🥳 These are some of my fave outfits from the challenge: @hisydgraham #lanepants & @fabricgodmother #fgfleur in @abakhanfabrics @abakhan_liverpool viscose linen 🖤 @fabricgodmother #fgfleur in @rainbowfabrickilburn cotton 🍊🦋 @tillybuttons #sewingmarnie in @libertyfabrics @libertylondon tana lawn via @rainbowfabrickilburn 🌸 @paper_theory #zadiejumpsuit in @rainbowfabrickilburn nobodys child deadstock seersucker 💖 @hisydgraham #lanepants in @fabricgodmother stripe denim 💎 @camimadepatterns x @peppermintmagazine #westendjacket in @rainbowfabrickilburn leopard print denim 🐆 @fridaypatterncompany #butanobuttonup in @fabricgodmother tumbled cherry print linen 🍒 I finished this on Friday night and have worn it loads already 🙈 This month has taught me, I love my lane pants and would like to make another dark pair (jeans or other heavy trousers will likely have to wait now until the autumn!). I’d also love another Zadie! 🤞🏼 although I’ve been thinking this for a while 😅 I have loved seeing everyone else’s makes and am feeling inspired by these ☀️💛 #sewing #millenialsewing #memade #memadewardrobe #handmade #homemadeclothes #fabricgodmotherfabric #fabricgodmother #fridaypatterncompany #rainbowfabricskilburn #rainbowfabrics #TillyAndTheButtons #tillybuttons #FPCMeMadeMay #MeMadeMay2025

Posing exceedingly oddly in a #tessutimahlia skirt, #butanobuttonup shirt and #nenupharlysimaque jacket for day 26 of #memademay2025! I have run out of exciting new combos for the month but I'm still enjoying what I'm wearing which perhaps is more important. These three are all firm faves. Skirt by @tessutifabrics in striped ponte from @minervadotcom. Shirt by @fridaypatterncompany in pink poplin from @fabricgodmother. Jacket by @lysimaque_sew in blue cord from a shop on Goldhawk Road.

This is still the best shirt I’ve made so far - the @fridaypatterncompany #butanobuttonup. I pattern matched the pocket almost perfectly, but then cut out the collar upside down 🙃 - oh well! Also the first time I used a contrasting pink top stitching so it stood out rather than playing it safe with a dark blue, and played with the fancy stitches my machine can do. #memademay #fridaypatterncompany #memademay2025 #memademay2025day16 #denim #shirt #sewing #brothermachine #handmade

{Shirting}⁠ ⁠ ✂️ This week, cotton woven fabrics, commonly called shirtings, have hit the shelves. They are an essential year-round fabric for sewists of all skill levels to keep in their stash. ⁠ ⁠ 🧵 Pair them with a tank top, button-down, or dress patterns like the @tessutifabrics #tessutikatetop , @namedclothing #namedsilmu Shirt & Shirt Dress, @fridaypatterncompany #butanobuttonup , and @lieslandco #isolablousedress ⁠ 💡 Style with a me-made sweater to keep you warm in the months ahead. ⁠ ⁠

The #butanobuttonup by the @fridaypatterncompany Made in the ‘Sky’ blue and white stripe Japanese Supima cotton seersucker from @potter_and_co_australia with ‘bright blue’ 15mm organic cotton buttons from @merchantandmills via P&Co. I have to say I have fallen in love with seersucker, the cotton has a crinkly feel but is also light and strong at the same time. This is the short-sleeved version of the Butano Button Up (see my earlier post for long-sleeved version in maroon corduroy). Featuring cute neckerchief which runs through loops on the collar stand, chest patch pocket, folded sleeve cuffs, and back pleat with locker loop. It has a relaxed, oversized fit - though I also made it in the large size to be sure - plus it has good length! Love me a comfy shirt. Photos taken down at a super windy, pre-rainy, sun-speckled Bather’s Beach, Walyalup-Fremantle 💙

🩷❤️🩷 Butano all buttoned up. I like the necktie detail I think it’s really cute but definitely feel more comfortable with the collar unbuttoned I like that this top has a couple of different ways of styling it. It’s a thoughtful design with little loops under the collar to keep the tie flat and in place. 🧵The Details🧵 🪡 Pattern - @fridaypatterncompany #butanobuttonup 🪡 Fabric - @mollymollyfabric 🪡 Label - @kylieandthemachine cute af #sewhappy #sewsewsew #sewcialite #fortheloveofsewing #seamstress #imadethis #isewmyownclothes #millennialsewing #sewista #curvysewing #sewcurvy #brisbanesews #sewmuchfun #makersgonnamake #pinsandtonicsews

My latest sew, the #butanobuttonup by the @fridaypatterncompany Made in a remnant heavy-weight corduroy, Roger Currant, from @potter_and_co_australia with Howie Corozo 15mm buttons from @merchantandmills via P&Co. OMG how cute is the (optional) neckerchief?! It actually runs through three loops on the collar stand underneath the collar, which you can just glimpse in the last pic. Thinking to make the neckerchief in a different fabric so it pops a little more, let me know if you have any suggestions of what would suit maroon cord, along with any ideas for how to wear/tie a neckerchief?! The shirt also features a cool back pleat & locker loop, and this long-sleeved version also features a bound placket and cuff. And it has length … finally a shirt that covers my ass, well most of it anyways, lol! This was my first time sewing thick corduroy and I’m not going to lie, it was a bitch at times. It certainly tested Dottie (my sewing machine, named for my maternal Nan) and I’s patience! On a positive though, I only broke one needle! It is certainly warm on, so definitely a winter wear, thankfully which has just arrived in Perth! 🌧️ I have also made a short-sleeved lighter version which I will post separately.

A moment for one of my proudest makes for #memademay 😌 🌻💛⭐️ AND she’s in this beautiful butter yellow from @alissahthreads (she’s restocking soon!) heavily inspired by @onequince shirt! I’ve made a shirt before but long sleeves and cuffs were daunting me?? Bag: beautiful rorange bucket bag by @baqette Pattern: #ButanoButtonUp by @fridaypatterncompany Amazing written instructions and video sew-along to help! Size XS (-: . . . Shout out stinks 📸 @willm09 #ButanoButtonUp #memademay #sewistsofinstagram #sewing #butanoshirt #butteryellow #butteryellowoutfit

Cutie #butanobuttonup made from an old curtain. Call me Maria Von Trapp 💃🪡

Election nerves🐈‍⬛🐈sewing projects to get lost in #fridaypatterncompanybutano I love this pattern….so many details to dive into neckerchief tie,neckerchief loops, darts,plackets, locker loops & pencil pocket. Such a great Friday pattern sew along!!! Fabric from @stonemountainfabric #makeyourclothes #butanobuttonup #memadeeveryday #seattlesew PS GO KAMALA

Every couple years I go on a button-up shirt making kick, despite the fact that I rarely wear button-up shirts. I love them in theory (crisp white cotton? Yes, please), but always feel like Jerry Seinfeld in the Puffy Shirt episode when I wear them. Maybe because I mostly tend to wear knit tops? Is this a case of a well-defined personal style, or being very stuck in a boring clothing rut? Regardless, the is the Friday Pattern Company Butano in crisp cotton poplin that I scored from the remnants basket at Ewe Fine Fiber Goods. I made it in a virtual class with Christine Haynes last year. This is the first time I’ve worn it. We’ll see if/when I wear it again. #christinehaynesclasses #fridaypatterncompanybutano #ewefinefibergoods #sewingover50

#butanobuttonup in deadstock denim shirting from #corefabrics from a while ago. I did end up going up a size and was so much happier with the fit. Many of my usual adjustments 😁 I am very pleased! My shirting was a little on the heavier side and I did pause before going forward with it but I’m glad I did. There are plenty of layers that built up during the sew and I went up in needle size and used a jumper to help in those spots. I’m glad I (mostly) kept calm and carried on. I actually didn’t think this pattern would work for me at first. I’m glad there is a happy ending. A note about construction, the collar application instructions may not please the more experienced sewist. It totally worked for me but you might want to do what you are used to. #butanobuttonup #butanobuttonupfat #corefabrics #sewover60 #sewover50october24 #fatsewing #fridaypatterncompany #fridaypatterncompanybutano

I cannot tell you how happy I am! I have just done all eight buttonholes without a hitch - whoop whoop. It is so nerve wracking having to do the most tricky bit at the end of a project. #fridaypatterncompany #fridaypatterncompanybutano

Ny kollektion från Friday Pattern Company - en skjorta, en byxa och en jacka för äventyraren. #fridaypatterncompany #fagertse #symönster #fridaypatterncompanybutano