by Emmely | Jul 27, 2014 | Pattern drafting, RTW fast, Sewing, Uncategorized, Work in progress
If you are now wondering whether you missed a post about muslin 1. You didn’t. I had originally planned to blog the whole fitting process but muslin 1 was unfortunately not suitable for public display due to indecent exposure of underwear. I am attempting to sew...
by Emmely | Apr 13, 2014 | Finished project, Pattern drafting, Sewing
This dress nearly defeated me but I am glad I persevered. I thought it would be fun to change the scoop neckline on the Lady Skater dress to a drape neckline to create a different look . I worry that if I make the same pattern over and over with the only change being...
by Emmely | Feb 1, 2014 | Finished project, Pattern drafting, RTW fast, Sewing, UFO busting
I proudly present what may very well be the best fitting skirt I have ever had. I made the pattern following (most of the) instructions from Craftsy’s “Design and sew an a-line skirt” class. The fit of this skirt is so much better than any RTW skirt I have been able...
by Emmely | Jan 4, 2014 | Finished project, Pattern drafting, Sewing
In the year I’m supposed to be sewing as many items as possible to create a solid wardrobe for myself, my first finish is a sweater for my boyfriend. The inspiration for this sweater was one of his favourite sweaters that I wish he would discard because it has holes...