Another version of the Edie based on M&M Edie Pattern Hack. I followed the instructions to crop the Edie top and add a gathered skirt. Also inspired by sine of the jersey/woven dresses on the high street I made the top from Cotton/Elastane fabric from Hobbycraft and the skirt fabric is M&M European Laundered Linen in Demon Scarlet. Thread is Gutermann Sew All 156. I also wanted a short sleeve for this version. So the sleeve is from Atelier Brunette La Chemisette.

I was very curious to try one of Cris Wood’s patterns and I thought the garden dress looked good on both models.
The measurement formula was easy to use and the pattern pieces easy to create.
When I first put the bodice together I was worried it was going to be too small. However when I tried it on, the fit was okay though just a tiny bit snug across the bust and under the arms . I gave myself a little more room under the arms than the formula suggested and this seemed to help.
The dress was super easy to put together and the traditional a line shape of the skirt was satisfying to sew. The neckline is also really flattering and fits me really well.
When I put the dress on I was pleasantly surprised by the fit overall and will definitely wear it. My husband likes it too.
I will definitely make it again because it was such a quick sew to make an attractive dress. When I make it again I will lengthen the bodice just a little (no fault in the pattern formula, I just measured myself incorrectly) but the beauty of this method is that is no sooner said than done, because there are no pattern pieces to alter.
I do think that I may experiment with adding a bust dart because I think that will take the fit from good to great, but I wouldn’t say it was necessary. I think the formula Cris has created is really good and should produce a dress which will fit most figures. I would honestly recommend this pattern and I truly feel like making one for my daughter and my daughter-in-law because it’s so simple.
I will probably be trying more of her patterns on the strength of this one.

Straightforward, wearable tunic with volume sleeves. This is in vintage viyella rather than a slinky fabric, so I guess it looks more boxy than the TAL sytling. I faced the inner neck and cuffs with poplin, also the long tie (not shown). I used press fasteners at cuff and back and attached a loop at the back for the tie rather than do the button attachment in the pattern. Theirs is a really elegant solution but I shy away from making button holes. I would make this again.

My challenge was to use a sari petticoat that's been folded up in my closet for 30 plus years - love the colour and texture. The side ruffles I had to make a bit smaller. Fun top and I appreciate the Matchy vibe, cheerful and honest styling. Smock style still requires confidence from me with D cup. Another time I might lengthen it a smidge as I'm 170. With Chanterelle pants.

I'd been looking at this pattern for a while and when I saw a cow print denim version in Anthropologie I knew instantly this was the pattern to recreate it. I chose a leopard print denim, not sure exactly on weight but it's a medium weight probably around 8 or 9 oz. I wanted a wide short sleeve so used the sleeve from Atelier Brunette La Chemisette which i have made up several times and it fitted in perfectly. It's perfect for not so great British summer weather with leggings.

I enjoyed reading this book and was inspired to change all the cushion covers on my big sofa. I have made 4 covers, large and with the zip at the back. They are beautiful and the instructions were so easy for made to measure. I used stash fabric, a good quilting cotton plus a rustic linen mix and used the zips from the old covers. I love the new homely rustic look

My kid is going through a big cargo pants fashion moment and this pattern looked like it would really hit the spot. It has *all* the *pockets* - cargo pockets of course, but also a watch pocket, hammer loop, utility pocket etc. In fact the only issue I have is that the 'normal' pockets (front and back pockets) are a bit too small for my kid's preference, but it is a preference not an absolute view.

The sizing has a good range - I made the size 10 for my skinny teen but it goes up to size 16 which would certainly do well for a tall young adult. The legs are fairly straight rather than baggy though if I'd gone up a size it might have made them a bit wider as well. As it is the trousers look quite 'posh' according to my teen, perhaps a little smarter than some of their other cargoes!

The instructions were very thorough and clear, with photographs for every step. I really appreciated the fact it also advised about buttonhole elastic, that really makes a big improvement to have that option! Pity the pattern does not include seam allowances, which makes for an extra step and in my case may have laid me open to some errors - nothing serious but there were bits where I had to pause and think, because of where / how I'd added the seam allowance.

Beware of top-stitching with a thick fabric like I used (a sturdy twill) - I bent at least two needles. But it all looks awesome in the end so it was worth it!

A really easy quick sew that has great pattern instructions would be great for a first timer using jersey fabric. I have made a couple of these now and plan on making a sequin one for Christmas time.

This pattern was a quick make and easy to sew, the hardest challenge was handling the jersey but I have experience with that so didn’t daunt me at all. I thoroughly recommend this.

What a fabulous dress pattern such a very flattering look. Has great instructions the only small adjustment was to lower the first lot of channelling for the elastic.

Lovely pattern

The pattern was easy to follow and the instructions were helpful.

This is my second version of the Noella. This time using The Dreamer cotton fabric from Lewis & Irene. It's a very oversized shape so I cut the cropped version in an S everywhere except the length which I cut at XXXL. I cropped the sleeves by 15cm and extended by 6cm each side making the sleeves a more boxy shape. Really pleased with my make. Thanks again Fold Line for stocking Juliana Martejevs.

Not sewn anything in a couple of weeks , but needed a white top for today so last night I made up the Tessuti Myka top .
It is a boxy design however I cut a 12/14 and it was absolutely enormous. Re cut down to an 8 ( I’m normally a 14 ontop )
Love the simplicity of the pattern a very quick make ideal for beginners.
Love the dart detail on the sleeve and the sewn hem detail .
I made this in a white French Terry fabric .
You realise how well your sewing as come on in a few months I couldn’t ever get a stretch neckline right but really pleased with this

I liked the look of this blouse and the fact that it could be made in a variety of different fabrics. I bought a piece of very vibrant silkette fabric that wasn’t expensive and thought I’d do away with a toile and go for it. The pattern is relatively easy to sew and there is a video tutorial but the translation from the original french is a bit strange. I thought I’d bought the new updated pattern but wasn’t sure after the video if I had the old pattern or the new,
The blouse came together well but I totally missed the piping step which I will do on the next one. The blouse has a high neck and I think next time I’ll lower it at the front, it was just a little high for me. I like the fact the blouse is relatively fitted but not tight. My fabric had zero give in it and frayed quite a bit so that added a challenge.