Below a new pattern I'm working on called the
CLASSIC COWL made up in a 100% cotton single jersey. For
this example the neck, cuffs and hem edges were all left raw so they'd roll
back on themselves. It definitely sped things up, cutting it out
actually took me longer than overlocking the pieces together.
The sewing pattern will be available from my Etsy shop in the next few months and will be offered in Australian sizes 10-16.
If you're opting for a raw rolled edge always leave a trail of overlocking threads at least 10cm long at the end of each seam. Detailed instructions showing you HOW TO darn them in can be found right here. Very easy and super fast.
Lucky last, Red Flower Tops. With just 62cm to play with and Christmas just around the corner I thought I'd make up a collection of little gifts.
...so three months later, here's what I actually did with it.
Firstly a bias cut version of a new pattern I'm working on called the CAMISOLE TOP, and
1 pair of SKIMPY knickers in Australia size 10 which are available from my Etsy shop right here.
View parts 1, 2 and 3.
I clearly remember the night I downloaded some GIF making software for the first time...and then it was morning. Similarly yesterday I fell down a Print All Over Me rabbit hole and 6 hours in the only thing that stopped me was having to go to work.
A couple of versions of my Crazy Flower abstract are shown below and garments/ objects you can actually buy can be found right here. I also added a greeting card to my Etsy shop.
Great way to support emerging designers, find unique items and lessen the impact of unwanted stock on our precious world. Need a print? I love making them, email me.
The RETRO RAGLAN made up in a mottled French Terry found at Tessuti in Melbourne. The fit is relaxed through the body, darts at the shoulder add shape and you can cut the tapered sleeves in two different lengths, 3/4 as shown or full.
The RETRO RAGLAN sewing pattern is now available from my Etsy Shop
in Australian sizes 10 to 16, for international customers a size
conversion chart can be found right here.
The pattern is suitable for
the lightest of jersey through to bulky brushed fleece, if you select a bulky fabric I'd maybe consider going up a size. I mashed a couple of prints together which also worked and I have plans for an oversized version in combination with a silk screen workshop at Handmaker's Factory...just need to finish my design and book.
Forgotten photos taken on a particularly hot morning in the upper levels of the eastern
arcade. It's a glasshouse type structure hidden in between the buildings at Federation Square and the sun and glass in combination turned the walls to an intense shade of blue which seems particularly fitting considering the subject.
THE AVIATOR was inspired by the brave and beautiful Amelia Earhart and originally released in July 2013. The sewing pattern uses very little fabric and allows for the patching together of textures and colours, so perfect for leftovers.
