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 […]
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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…. […]
Itch to Stitch Idyllwild Hack and Birthday Party
Hi everybody, I always wanted to make the Idyllwild Top with a V-neck instead of the scoop neck that comes with the pattern. I just like the look of V-necks better on me. So as Kennis from Itch to Stitch asked me if I would like to hack one of her patterns for her birthday […]
Itch to Stitch: Davina Dress in Red and Blue
By now you can say that I have become an Itch to Stitch addict. When Kennis announced her new pattern and called for testers, I had to sign up. This dress has everthing I like: Fitted bodice, flared skirt, pockets. And it is for knit fabrics, so fitting issues are reduced and it will be […]
THIS IS NOT OK
Two weeks ago I visited an exhibition at the “Museum für Kunst und Gewerbe Hamburg” called FastFashion. We all heard about the collapsed factory buildings with hundreds of dead and the awful working conditions of the seamstresses. But there is a lot more. Farmes literally bathing in pesticides while spraying the cotton plants with the […]
Itch to Stitch Carey Top
I am a bit behind with blogging, and before I write about my OAL outfit, I wanted to write about my last make. Kennis from Itch to Stitch released a new pattern, the Carey Top, and I was one of the pattern testers. This is a great top in the “throw-on-and-feel-good” category. It is easy […]
Itch to Stitch Angelia Shorts
When Kennis from Itch to Stitch calls for pattern testers, I can not resist. This time it was a pattern for shorts, and as usual, the pattern includes different options, ranging from simple to a version with five pockets, belt loops and cuffs. I tested the last option. Fabric: I used a cotton eyelet and underlined […]
Itch to stich Emily Culottes Version 2
My sewing mojo is back and I have already done some pattern testing and started a summer dress I hope to finish soon, now that summer finally seems to visit us here. I finished a second version of the Emily culottes already in April. Do you know those projects that seem to never come to an […]