Hi all, I have finished the translation of another Itch-toStitch pattern, the recently released Paro Cardigan. I need some proof readers who are also willing to sew up the pattern. You can find the full description of the pattern including material here. Need some inspiration? Look at the lovely creations from the testers here. […]
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Itch to Stitch Paro Cardigan
My first make of the year is the new Itch to Stitch pattern, the Paro Cardigan. It was love at first sight and I was more than happy to be chosen as a tester. The Paro is a long cardigan with a feminine touch. Fabric: I used a lightweight sweater knit as main fabric that […]
Testing Call: Hepburn Turtleneck from Itch to Stitch – German Translation
Hi all, I have exciting news. I have teamed up with Kennis from Itch to Stitch and started translating her patterns into German. The first one was the Lisbon Cardigan which is available at the moment at Näh-Connection. Now I have finished the translation of the Hepburn Turtleneck and I need some proof readers who […]
Itch to Stitch: Arenal Top
Once more I have been testing for Itch to Stitch – this time the Arenal Top: a simple shirt featuring a V-neckline and a front yoke. As always with Itch to Stitch patterns you have different options: a regular or handkerchief hem and long or 3/4 quarter sleeves. The Arenal top is a real wardrobe staple. […]
Itch to Stitch: Bonn Shirt
Kennis from Itch to Stitch released a new pattern, the Bonn Shirt and Dress and I was happy enough to be one of the testers. The pattern comes with different sleeve options and with different cup sizes. Fabric The fabric is a silk crepe that I had in my stash. The drape is great for […]
Itch to Stitch Zamora Blouse
It has been a bit quite here on the blog. I was working on another project and then went on holidays. But now I am back and will try to catch up with my backlog. There was no June bra as promised. Somehow it did not happen. I already had an idea and pulled out some […]
Itch to Stitch: Vienna Tank
When Kennis from Itch to Stitch called for a pattern testing I could not resist. I did need a break from my attempts to fit some Style Arc trousers and what better excuse than to sew a cute summer top. May I introduce the Vienna Tank: The Vienna Tank features a yoke with a neckband and tie […]
Itch to Stitch Irena Knit Top
This is the last Itch to Stitch pattern I tested, the Irena Knit Top. It is meant to be worn with a shirt or cami. Fabric I used a heavy weight knit from my stash. It is thicker than I thought and keeps quite warm. Alterations I cut a size 2 tapering to 4 at the hips. […]
Itch to Stitch Mila Shirt
Hi everybody, I hope you all had a lovely Christmas holiday. Mine were quite uneventful which was a bless after the last two years where we had to deal with stroke and the loss of a family member. Now to the next Itch to Stitch pattern, the Mila Shirt. This is a loose fitting shirt […]
Itch to Stitch: Liana Stretch Jeans
Itch to Stitch released three new patterns end of November, and I was happy enough to test them all. The first one I want to show you is the Liana Stretch Jeans pattern. This is a real winner. I wear my version nearly every day! This season is just not the best for taking pictures…. […]